Library News
July 22, 2026
Library Hours & Digital Library
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.
Just like that, Summer Reading 2026 has come to an end! We’ll share a report next week with the total number of participants who completed the program. It has been a wonderful summer filled with unearthing stories, making memories, and enjoying fun together. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this year’s program a success. Be sure to check our online calendar for upcoming events. Our regular children’s programs will resume in September.
Free Online Learning
Did you know your library card provides access to more than 600 free online courses? Explore topics including 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 start learning something new today.
New Children’s Books
New additions to the children’s collection include Skandar and the Spirit War by A.F. Steadman, Sing the 50 United States! by Dr. Seuss, Francine Pascal’s Sweet Valley Twins: The Graphic Novel: First Place by Nicole Andelfinger, Spendin’ Time by Gary R. Gray Jr., Tiny T. Rex Tries Soccer by Jonathan Stutzman, Uh-Oh, Hugo! by Jonathan Stutzman, Wilderness Hacks by Jolin Brorsen, Where Is the International Space Station? by Dana Meachen Rau, We Need to Talk About Cancer: An Important Book for Patients, Family, and Friends by Dr. Sanjay Juneja, Worm on the Job by Maureen Fergus, Wombat Said Come In by Carmen Agra Deedy, and Make Tracks Vacation by Johnny Dyrander.
New Adult Fiction
Recently added adult fiction titles include The Stargazer of Nantucket by Julie Gerstenblatt, Shadow Ticket by Thomas Pynchon, Tattered Tides by Sarah A. Bailey, A Perfect Hand by Ayelet Waldman, Honeysuckle by Bar Fridman-Tell, Scent of Hope by Susan May Warren, The Unmagical Life of Briar Jones by Lex Croucher, A Pair of Aces by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray, Down with the Shipmans by Meg Mitchell Moore, The Frenzy by Joyce Carol Oates, and Romantic Hero by Kirsty Greenwood.
Get Your Free Library Card
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 educational resources. 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.