Library News

October 14, 2026

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs # 1 also operates during regular business hours.  Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Spooky season is here, and the library has events for all ages to get you into the spirit of Halloween! Thursday, October 22^nd at 4:45, we will have a family movie night featuring a Scooby-Doo movie. Be sure to register on our website so we will have plenty of popcorn ready for you! On the same evening at 5:00 we will have an ACPL Teen event for kids 12-18 to paint or carve a pumpkin. Space is limited, so be sure to register! And last but not least, on Monday, October 26^th at 5:00 we will have a Practical Magic themed trivia night for adults. We provide refreshments and a prize for the winning team. Teams of 2-4 adults can register at www.allencountylibrary.com/calendar.

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.

New titles for children and young readers include: The Imagination Station: Faith in the Flames by Marianne Hering, Escape from Rome by Kathryn Butler, The Duck Can’t Sleep by Martha White, Dream Big by Shannon Hale, The Creepy Cauldron by Josh Belden, Cat’s Halloween by Alison Murray, Cat Family Birthday by Lucy Brownridge, The Boxcar Children Graphic Novel by Meika Hashimoto, and Barnyard Dance! By Sandra Boynton.

New Teen and Young Adult titles include: A Taste of Somewhere Else by Michael Ruhlman, Teen Titans Together by Kami Garcia and Gabriel Picolo, The Strange and Terrible Things: A Guide to Creatures that Haunt our Dreams by Devin Frost, Shadow of the Batgirl by Sarah Kuhn and Nicole Goux, Ruri Dragon Vol. 4 by Masaoki Shindo, Green Arrow: The Death & Life of Oliver Queen by Benjamin Percy, and Batgirl: Beyond Burnside by Hope Larson.

New books for adult fiction include: Tata by Valerie Perrin, Tempest by Victoria Aveyard, Babylon, South Dakota by Tom Lin, The Mystic and the Missing Girl by Vikki VanSickle, Crocodilopolis by John Manuel Arias, We Chase Shadows by Richard Osman, The Newer World by Sebastian Barry, We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Melody Carolson, and Green City Wars by Adrian Tchaikovsky.

New Adult Nonfiction reads include: Idle in Provence: A Brief History of Thyme by Eric Idle, The Castle: Adventures in a World of Unraveling Men by Jon Ronson, A Flower in My Blood: The Incredible True Story of the Grandmothers Who Fought to Find a Stolen Generation of Children by Haley Cohen Gilliland, Try Hard: A Cautionary Tale of Clocking In and Spinning Out by Laura Mayer, and This is Also a Love Story: A Reporter’s Search for Goodness in a Cruel World by Sally Hayden.

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

Library News

October 7, 2026

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs # 1 also operates during regular business hours.  Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.

New books for the children’s department include: Hoot & Howl Halloween by Eric Carle, Let’s Go Home, Little Witch by Carolina Buzio, Big Nate: Curse of the Puffy Shorts by Lincoln Pierce, Chicka Chicka Read With Me by Blake Marsden, Almost Heaven: Summer in Appalachia by Debbie Boice, 5 Spooky Surprises by Ilanit Oliver, The Palace of Facts by Kate Olesin, Richard Scarry’s Busiest People Ever! by Richard Scarry, Cat + Crazy Vol. 4 by Wataru Nadatani, and The Kingdom of Wrenly: The Runaway Cyclops by Jordan Quinn.

New titles for the young adult shelves include: Frostbite by Ian Boothby and Pia Guerra, The Executioner’s Three by Susan Dennard, Demon in the Sand by E.K. Johnston, Colori Colore Creare by Kozue Amano, El Absolute Martian Manhunter Motel: White Sheets by Deniz Camp, and Your Lie in April Vol 1 & 2 by Naoshi Arakawa.

New titles for adult fiction include: The Eye of Leviathan by M.A. Carrick, The Witches of Cambridge by Alice Hoffman, Switzy by Emma Cline, Time Travel for Beginners by Jaclyn Moriarty, Taipei Story by R.F. Kuang, The Black Orchids by Loreth Anne White, Love Felt Like This by Julie Olivia, The Come Apart by Susannah Felts, Kiss, Slay, Replay by Rachel Harrison, Blacktail by Scott Hawkins and The Color of Death by Trey Gowdy.

New titles for adult non-fiction readers include: Obstinate Daughters: The Rebels, Writers, and Renegade Women Who Ignited the American Revolution by Denise Kiernan, Chain Reaction: How Chemistry Shapes Us and Our World by Ijeoma Uchegbu, They Stole a City: Wilmington’s White Supremacist Coup and the Families Who Live with Its Legacy by Lauren Collins, and Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt by Spencer Cox.

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs # 1 also operates during regular business hours.  Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

We are excited and eager to partner once again with the Allen County Historical Society for the infamous Graveline Tours.  This guided, historic lantern tour will highlight figures from our community that had a part in the Revolutionary War and will take place at Scottsville’s Old City Cemetery.  Tours begin at the library at 5:30PM on Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3.  The Allen County Historical Society will be taking admission in the lobby of the library.  Tickets for adults are $10.00 and children 12 and under are $5.00.  All proceeds go to the Allen County Historical Society.

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.

New titles for children include: Pokecology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokemon Ecology by The Pokemon Company, The Girl Who Loved Monsters by Insha Fitzpatrick, Heartland by Jilanne Hoffman, The River of Life by Neon Squid, Story Rug by Sophie Blackall, The Pumpkin Thief by Alice Hemming, Do You Really Know Flamingos? By Brandon Todd, A Gray Cat Wanders by Karla Kuskin, Scritch! Scratch! By Teri Sloat, How to Be a Proper Ogre by Kelly DiPucchio, and The Wise Pickle by Sarah Howden.

New books on the young adult shelf include: Monster Monarch Maiden by Rae Carson, Clown in a Cornfield: Lights! Camera! Frendo! 4 by Adam Cesare, Kaiju No. 8 by Naoya Matsumoto, Jupiter Rising by Gary D. Schmidt, Jujutsu Jaisen Vol. 25 – 30 by Gege Akutami, Golden Boy by A.J. Symon, High Elf with a Long Life by Titan Manga, Ginger Bread Bones by Lindsay Lovise, and The Gilden Blade by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.

New adult fiction titles include: Time to Burn by Ellery Lloyd, The Seekers of Deer Creek by Thao Thai, The Castle in the Glen by Rhys Bowen, The Chase by Felix Francis, Storm Tide by Paul Doiron, Nothing but Air by Susan Warren and Tari Faris, Fury in Death by J.D. Robb, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Stranger by Hank Phillippi Ryan, An Artful Dodge by Karen Oden, A Time of Witches by Madeline Martin, The Book Woman’s Daughter by Kim Michelle Richardson, Bored in the Woods Below by Daniel G. Miller, The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon, and A Heart to Cherish by Amy Clipston.

New additions to the adult non-fiction shelves include: The Old Farmer’s Almanac: 2027, This Must Be The Place: Homes with Atmosphere by Chloe Redmond Warner, The Hot Dog Cook Book by Farideh Sadeghin, and Wild Mushrooms by Kristen and Trent Blizzard.

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs # 1 also operates during regular business hours.  Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

We are excited and eager to partner once again with the Allen County Historical Society for the infamous Graveline Tours.  This guided, historic lantern tour will highlight figures from our community that had a part in the Revolutionary War and will take place at Scottsville’s Old City Cemetery.  Tours begin at the library at 5:30PM on Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3.  The Allen County Historical Society will be taking admission in the lobby of the library.  Tickets for adults are $10.00 and children 12 and under are $5.00.  All proceeds go to the Allen County Historical Society.

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.

New titles for children include: What Color is Your Favorite Month by S. Sekaninova, Warriors Graphic Novel by Gibson Twist, War Games: A Novel of 1936 Berlin by Alan Gratz, Turkeys in Disguise by Cynthia Platt, A Lift-the-Flap Trucks All Year by Mary Vander Plas, Tribesmen: Circle of Elders by Kelda Laing Poynot, Extreme Weather for Kids: Thunderstorms and Tornadoes by Matthew Cappucci, Take it Apart by Katey Howes, Super Diaper Baby: The Invasion of the Potty Snatchers by Dav Pilkey,  Sleepless by Gordon Korman, School for Woodland Creatures by Lauren Castillo, and The Road From Nowhere by Avi.

New titles for teens include: Bless Me, Papi by Ayendy Bonifacio, 21 Days of Fear by Herve’ Commere, Titan of the Stars by E.K. Johnston, The Introvert’s Guide to Kissing in Europe by Brenda Janowitz, The Heart of the Maker: How to Put Your Passion to Work by Jake Weidmann, Float Vol. 2 by Kate Marchant, Practically Magic by Jen Calonita, and Palenstine: A Primer by Rashid Khalidi.

New titles for adults include: The Secret Dinner by Raphael Montes, Sunrise by Tea Obreht, Reliquary by Hannah Whitten, Wild Goose Chase by Sarah Adler, Vengeance by Wilbur Smith, Under the Ghost Moon by Lyn Liao Butler, Twisted Road by Christine Feehan, A Lady’s Handbook to Gadgets and Guile by Angela Bell, A Mismatch Made in London by Melanie Dickerson, The Spykeeper by Roseanna M. White, The Infinite State by Richard Swan, In Too Deep by Susan May Warren, and Seal of Bravery by Jessica Ashley,

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

There’s always something happening at the library for young readers.

Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for stories, songs, and fun activities.
Pre-K Story Hour: Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. (same program offered both days).
Homeschool Enrichment: Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. for students ages 5–12.
The In-Betweens: Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. for students ages 10–12.

To reserve your child’s spot, call 270-237-3861 or visit the Events tab at www.allencountylibrary.com.

Did you know that the library has a podcast?  Among the Stacks if a podcast that is produced by the staff of the library.  Take a listen to learn about library happenings, news and the books we recommend!  It’s completely free and gives everyone an insight on those who work behind the scenes at the library.

New reads for the children’s department include: Lift-the-Flap Questions and Answers about Weather by Katie Daynes, Milton Makes a Move by Jonathan Graziano, Mission: Bedtime by Tracey Corderoy, Mother Boo: Poems from Spookytown by Vikki VanSickle, Mystery at the Biltmore by Colleen Nelson, The Odyssey: A Modern Retelling by Liv Albert, Off the Wall : Making Stuff Together by Molly Idle, Extreme Weather for Kids: Predicting the Weather by Matthew Cappucci, Wonderful Halloween by Emily Wingfield Martin, Wide Load on the Road by Stephen Savage, and Goosebumps House of Shivers: What We Do At Night by R.L. Stine.

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include: A Heartbeat at My Feet by Kristin Judd, Girls Our Age by Phoebe Thompson, The Enigma Challenge by S.C. Godfrey, The Crying Killer by Jess Lourey, Counting the Days by Laura Chinn, The Women in White by Sarah Pekkanen, When Silence Breaks by Elizabeth Goddard, Sunlight Finds You by Laura Moriarty, and The Sleeping Sisters by Jennifer Givhan.

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

Library News

September 9, 2026

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs # 1 also operated during regular business hours.  Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Programs are back for children this week at the library.  Visit our website to register today!

We have weekly programs for children of all ages.  Join Mrs. Melissa every Tuesday and Friday at 10AM for Pre-K Story Time.  This program is for children three to five years of age and helps prepare them for kindergarten.  Get ready to learn ABC’s, 123’s, and everything in between. Toddlers three years and younger will enjoy Toddler Time every Wednesday at 10AM.  Home School Homies for children five to twelve years old are invited to participate in learning that is FUN!  Get ready to make connections, explore and discover new things, and make life long friends.  This home school program meets up every Tuesday at 1PM.  An after-school program, called InBeTweens for children 10-12 years old take place every Thursday at 3:30.  We can’t wait to see you!

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.

New books for the children’s department include: Mystery at the Biltmore: The Farouk Forgery by Colleen Nelson, The Ginghams by T.C. Kemper, Grumpy Monkey Up All Night by Suzanne Lang, Hairy and Scary! By Jan Thomas, Dragon Masters: Heart of the Ruby Dragon by Tracey West, Heroes by Alan Gratz, Hikaru in the Light by Mai Matsuda, How to Read Weather Maps by Baby Professor, The Humble Pie by Jory John, If The Moon by Matthew Burgess, and Minecraft: Last Exit to the End! by Caleb Zane Huett.

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include: To Fall in Love at Christmas by Robin Lee Hatcher, The Ties that Bind by Linda Byler, The Sweet Tea Odyssey by Catherine Mann, The Subtle Pleasures of Indiscretion by Alexander McCall Smith, The Strangers by Ryan David Jahn, Shadows of Sparta by C.R. Jane, Nearshore by Steve Hawk, No Higher Ground by Nicole Brooks, Into the Blue by Emma Brodie, and How to Ruin a Wedding by Elba Luz.

New non-fiction titles for adults include: Unbreakable Courage by Max Lucado, The Story of Your Life: How Social Media Shapes the Way We Experience Everything by Kathryn Jezer-Morton, and Are They Dead Yet?: The Art of the Obit by Sam Roberts.

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Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Don’t forget to stop by the Mini-Library at Cedar Springs #1 as well! It is open during our regular operating hours.

Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Regular weekly children’s programs are back, and Mrs. Melissa has been busy planning fun and engaging programs for children of all ages! Be sure to check our online calendar and register today.

• Toddler Time takes place every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m., beginning September 9.
• Pre-K Story Time is offered twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m., giving caregivers the flexibility to choose the day that works best for their family.
• Homeschool Homies meets every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. and is perfect for local homeschooling families.
• The In-Betweens is designed for kids ages 10–12 and meets every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.

Mrs. Abby invites teens ages 13–18 to register for a special Poster Design Workshop on Thursday, September 9, at 4:00 p.m. Participants will work in our Makerspace to design, print, and frame their very own poster. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up today!  Visit our online calendar to register: www.allencountylibrary.com/calendar

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? You can explore courses on business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.  Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today!

New titles for the children’s department include: The Bad Guys in Cut to the Chase by Aaron Blabey, The Best Action Games for Roblox Fans by Liv Ngan, Big Rig Pig by Claire Tattersfield, The Birds in the Boat by Audrey Helen Weber, Bluey’s Heelerween by Jessica Magro, Boo! From the Very Hungry Caterpillar by Megan Roth, Hardy Boys Series Books 1–10 by Franklin W. Dixon, Everything You Need to Know About Life You Can Learn From a Dog by Bruce Littlefield, The Farm Next Door by Kelly Rice Schmitt

New titles in the YA section include: The Phantom, Vol. 2 by Ray Fawkes, Our Aimless Nights, Vol. 1 by Koumori, Orion by Ngozi Ukazu, My Tokyo Summer by Abby Denson, Medicine Wheels by Byron Graves

New fiction titles on the adult shelves include: The Ladies Hall by Vanessa Miller, The Good Parts by Evann Normandin, Fabulous Bodies by Chuck Tingle, Delusional by James Patterson, A Dark Path by Linda Castillo, Children of the Wild by Kevin Powers, Brain Damage by Freida McFadden, The Book of Chuck by Latoya Watkins, The Best I Never Had by Amy Buchanan, Autumn at the Cat Café by Kathleen Fuller, The Amateur by Chris Bohjalian

New adult nonfiction titles include: Detours: Hope and Growth After Life’s Hardest Turns by Elizabeth Smart, Up on Cove Mountain: Adventure, Tragedy, and a Quest for Meaning on the Appalachian Trail by Earl Swift

Getting a library card is easy! Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.  Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips.  And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to our collection. We’re always happy to hear what our patrons want to see on the shelves!

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs # 1 operates on our regular schedule as well.  Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Did you know that the library has a podcast?  Among the Stacks is produced by the staff of the Allen County Public Library.  Twice a month, you’re invited to listen to library news, programs taking place, and book recommendations.  It’s completely free to download on most major platforms.  On our most recent episode, “Check, Check…Can You Hear Us?” Ms. Jamie and Mrs. Melissa test out our new sound equipment. You’re sure to love their book suggestions.

New books in the children’s department include: The Adventures of Sophie Mouse: Forest Field Day by Poppy Green, Fairies Welcome: A Sweet Secret by Bea Jackson, Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly: Exit Elsewhere by Jordan Quinn, Piggy by Ann Hood, Puppy Knights: Quest for the Golden Bones by Michael Sweater, The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel by Meg Cabot, Disaster Squad: Hurricane Rescue by Rekha S. Rajan, Pokemon Scarlet Violet by Viz Media, Minecraft: The Manga, Vol. 6 by Kazuyoshi Seto, and Little House: Stories of Adventure by Laura Ingalls Wilder.

Teen and young adults will enjoy these new reads:  Such a Lucky Girl by Wendy Heard, Raven Saga Vol. 1 by Chihiro Howe, A Prince Among Pirates by Katie Abdou, Summer Work by Carrie Mesrobian, Stars, Stripes, and Summer Nights by Celeste Dador, Shadow Reaper by Lynette Noni, Haikyuii Vol. 4, 5, & 6 by Haruichi Furudate, Jujutsu Kaisen Vol. 21 by Gege Akutami, and The Romance Rewind by Sarah Everett.

New additions for adult fiction include: The Bookshop of 99 Doors by Jamie Jo Wright, A Life so True by Tracie Peterson, Killer Vibes by Jack Friday, The Half Life by Rachel Beanland, The Intrigue by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, The Parisian Heist by Jo Piazza, People Watching in the Desert by Cali Adeline, Where the Sky Begins by Cindy Des and Mary Wine, Falling for You by Nathasha Madison, The Brunswick by Callie Murray, Into a Golden Era by Gabrielle Meyer, The Girl From Tomorrow’s Town by Naomi Musch, Almost by Design by Jenny Erlingsson, Twilight Tactics by Lynette Eason, The Perfect Son by Freida McFadden, and The Maltese Version by Katy Simpson Smith

New titles for non-fiction readers include: The People’s Historian: The Outsized Life of Howard Zinn by Dave Zirin, How to Grow Up Without Becoming a Grown-Up by Julian Shapiro-Barnum, Happiness by Andrew Wilson, and The Face: A Cultural History by Fay Bound-Alberti,

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs #1 is also open during normal library hours. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

We are anxiously anticipating the return of our regular children’s programs! Check out the September calendar on the library’s website to see all that is planned. You can also register for programs through the calendar to ensure your spot is reserved. Visit www.allencountylibrary.com/calendar today!

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more. Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new.

New titles in the children’s department include I Am the Mountain by Steven Weinberg, The Greatest Bedtime Story Ever by Jessie Sima, Your Hot Job Field Guide: A How-To Book for Exploring Your Future Career Path by Allison Singer, Diary of a Roblox Pro: Rat Attack by Ari Avatar, Sonic the Hedgehog: On the Go, Vol. 3 by Sega, Fart Boy and Reeky Dog: Dino Doom! by Joan Holub, Mystery at the Biltmore: The Classified Catnapping by Colleen Nelson, Spiderman: Brand New School Day by Marvel, The Adventures of Sir Lancelot the Great by Gerald Morris, and I Survived: The Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941: Graphic Novel by Lauren Tarshis.

New books on the young adult shelf include Chainsaw Man, Vol. 21 by Tatsuki Fujimoto, Thunderbolts: Redemption by Marvel, Raven Saga, Vol. 2 by Chihiro Howe, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by Tom King, Green Lantern: Sojourner by Al Ewing, Checking on You by Jennifer Chen, The Beckett Effect by Nashae Jones, The Bad Boyfriend Curse by Farah Heron, and As I Dream of You by Jennifer Lee.

New books in adult fiction include The Simp by Roshan Sethi, In Stormy Weather by Chelsea Curto, Should the Waters Take Us by Stephanie Soileau, Ransom by Daniel Silva, In Pursuit of Civility by Jen Turano, The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers, The Amish Widows Club: The Unexpected Called by Shelley Shepard Gray, Men Like Us by Carson Markland, The Country Road Murders by James Patterson and Mike Lupica, This Changes Everything by Lisa Scottoline, Scary Movie Night by Miranda Smith, and Lady X by Molly Fader.

 Getting a library card is easy! Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning opportunities will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to our collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs #1 is also open during normal library hours. We were thrilled to welcome 84 visitors during the Mini-Library’s first month of operation! Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

The library invites everyone to join us, along with the Allen County Historical Society, on Monday, August 17, at 6:00 p.m. for a special presentation from the Kentucky Humanities Speakers Bureau. Before there was Minnie Pearl, there was Cousin Emmy. Discover the remarkable story of this legendary Kentucky pioneer through an engaging portrayal of her life, music, and lasting legacy right here close to home. Light refreshments will be provided courtesy of the Allen County Historical Society.

Books on the Square Book Club will meet at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18, to discuss this month’s selection, The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry. Stop by the library today to pick up a copy! Later that evening at 5:00 p.m., mystery lovers are invited to join There’s a Mystery at the Library Book Club as they discuss The Vacation by T.M. Logan.

Did you know your library card gives you access to more than 600 free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to begin learning something new today.

New additions to the children’s collection include The Very Noisy House by Sally Nicholls, The Stuffie Stand by Maddie Frost, Fablehaven by Brandon Mull, Fritz: A Mushroom Story by Kelsey Garrity-Riley, A Day Off School by Oliver Jeffers, Searching for Wocks by Lucy Knisley, Screen Time! by Georgie Birkett, Magic Tree House: Fact Tracker Graphic Novel by Mary Pope Osborne, Bunn’s Rabbit by Alan Barillaro, Mystery at the Biltmore: A Recipe for Robbery by Colleen Nelson, Fairies Welcome: A Wish for Lily by Bea Jackson, The Phantom Stallion’s Family: Feather the Foal by Terri Farley, and Strays by Gia Gordon.

New titles in the Young Adult collection include Free Gir by Kristen McCallum, Drop Dead Famous by Jennifer Pearson, To Dance the Moon and Stars by Barbara Perez Marquez, Corpse de Ballet by Megan Kearney, I Am Not a Vampire (Anymore) by Darcy Miller, How to Lose Yourself Completely by Peter Bognanni, Goldenborn by Ama Ofosua Lieb, and Go the Distance by Jen Calonita.

New fiction titles on the adult shelves include Crossed Lines by Helen Hardt, Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton, The Melody of Love by Wanda E. Brunstetter, A Life So True by Tracie Peterson, Returns and Exchanges by Kayla Rae Whitaker, Enter the Nightmare by Jayne Ann Krentz, What It Seems by Lisa Jackson, Everything to the Sea by Alicia Upano, Misery’s Wife by Joan Tierney, The Top of the World by Ethan Joella, The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson, Until Midnight by Luanne Rice, Whiskey Woods by William W. Johnstone, and Cursed Ever After by Andy C. Naranjo.

Getting a library card is easy! Stop by the library with a photo ID and a recently postmarked piece of mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, you’ll have access to a world of books, movies, music, and lifelong learning opportunities. And remember—your voice matters! If there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to our collection, let us know. We’re always happy to hear your suggestions.