The modern card catalog. She may not be beautifully constructed with those neat little drawers, but this digital version allows you not only to search by the traditional title, author, and subject, but also across the collections of over 300 libraries in Illinois.

This page links to all the fun details concerning circulation rules, behavior in the library, how we handle fines, what fees we charge for certain services, and what we expect if you borrow materials through our inter-library loan system.

The site hopes to keep a variety of posts published, which will be meant to keep you informed of our new materials, upcoming meetings, activities and community events, pictures and whatever else we think you may appreciate!

This section displays current and upcoming meetings, special events, activities and programs that occur at or involve the library. The calendar view is an option under the “Events” menu and in miniature on the right-hand side bar. A list of the soonest upcoming events and meetings is always displayed to the left. A post listing all the regularly scheduled holiday closings can be reached here.

Access internet resources for reading recommendations and award winning book lists, plus a plethora of educational links. Also, find out about our special weekly program, Teddy Bear Tuesdays, and when June approaches, stay on top of the multitude of activities offered during our Summer Reading Program.

We have devoted a separate page to all things YA; well, not ALL things: book things. You’ll find reading lists, links to relevant YA blogs, and anything else the hip folk want to see there. There are also a few questions in an attempt to feel out the crowd as far as activities go, like maybe having a YA book club, game night, etc….would love any feedback so if you know any teens or young adults, please pass or share it along.

Check out e-books FOR FREE! Patrons can now use their e-readers (iPad, iPhone, Android, Windows, Kindle Fire, Nook, Sony Reader devices, and many more) to check out and read from a large selection of books being offered through the Illinois State Library program eRead Illinois. Patrons will need a valid Schmaling Memorial Public Library card to check out e-books. You must therefore stop by the library to receive your login instructions. Be sure to visit the eRead Illinois website to learn more about this beneficial opportunity.

You may now pay your overdue fines and fees — including all service fees for copies, faxes, and DVD cleaning —online using your credit or bank/debit card.

You can now access Free Illinois DMV driving tests from Driving-Tests.org through Schmaling Memorial Public Library. Just click on the “Start Now” button above (or the image located on the left hand…