The Allen County Public Library welcomes you! We’re 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. Can’t make it in? Our digital library is always open—24 hours a day, 7 days a week! With your library card, you can download free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows through the Libby and Hoopla apps. Thousands of titles are waiting for you!
Children’s Programs
- Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
- Pre-K Story Hour: Choose from Tuesday or Friday at 10:00 a.m. (same program offered both days)
- Home-School Enrichment (ages 5–12): Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m.
- The In-Betweens (ages 10–12): Thursdays at 3:30 p.m.
To reserve your child’s spot, call 270-237-3861 or visit the Events tab at www.allencountylibrary.com. We hope visiting the library becomes part of your weekly routine!
Learning for Everyone
Explore more than 600 free online courses in areas like accounting, crafts, business, computer skills, homeschooling, health, test prep, and much more. Visit our website and click on “Free Online Classes” to start learning today.
New Children’s Books
Look for these delightful new titles: Hello Baby, It’s Me, Alfie by Maggie Hutchings, Happy Birthday, Wonderful You! by Ms. Rachel, Paul Weaver and the Soul Reaver by S.C. McMurray, Molly, Olive, and Dexter: Who’s Afraid of the Dark by Catherine Rayner, Meet the Smushkins by Caludia Rueda, Let’s Put That Away: My First Book of Organizing by Clea Shearer & Joanna Teplin, Let’s Go Home, Baby T. Rex by Carolina Buizio, Wings of Fire: Legends of Darkstalker (Graphic Novel) by Tui T. Sutherland and Jake Parker, Dog Loves Baby by Natalie Nelson, Chicka Chicka I Love You by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, The Taylors by Jen Calonita, and Just Like Home: Kitten Delivery by Erin Soderberg Downing.
New Adult Fiction
New arrivals include Brimstone by Callie Hart, The Strength of the Few by James Islington, Heat Lightning by William W. Johnstone, Tea with Jam and Dread by Vicki Delany, Lunders, Lawdogs, and Legends by Dennis Doty and Anthony Wood, and Outpost in the Desert by Robert Vaughan.
Program Highlight: Strings and Things
Join our weekly craft group for adults! “Strings and Things” features projects involving crochet, knitting, and other creative string-based crafts. Each month brings a new project and a chance to learn a new skill. Visit our calendar or follow us on Facebook at @acpublib to see what’s coming up in March.
Get Your Free Library Card
Getting a library card is simple—just bring a photo ID and a piece of recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for details. Once you have your card, you’ll have access to books, movies, music, and so much more. And don’t forget—your suggestions help shape our collection. Let us know what titles, movies, or artists you’d love to see. We’re here to make your library experience the best it can be!
Amanda J. Woods, Director