Putnam County Public Library District

10/03/2026

We had so much fun when Putnam County CUSD #535 2nd Grade visited the Granville Branch on Thursday! Our librarians gave the students a tour, showed them how to find great books, and wrapped up the visit with a story.

Attention Teachers: We would love to host your class! If you'd like to plan a group visit to any of our branches, give us a call at 815-339-2038. We are also happy to help you find and gather books for your classroom projects!

Photos posted with teacher permission.

10/03/2026

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10/02/2026

Niabi Zoo program tonight has been rescheduled to winter months.

10/01/2026

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09/30/2026

As we wrap up the Project Next Generation "From Soil to Stars: Discover Science All Around," grant, we are in the process of cataloging our Earth Explorers and Sky Explorers kits so patrons, teachers, and informal educators can utilize them.

We were also able to purchase a Stream Table (pictured below), which provides a hands-on way to demonstrate how moving water shapes the landscape through erosion, sediment transport, and deposition, as well as how streams and watersheds change over time. The Stream Table joins our Groundwater Bedrock Simulator, which demonstrates how water moves through soil, rock, and underground formations. Together, these hands-on tools will help participants explore both surface water and groundwater in future library programs.

Funding for the Project Next Generation grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

09/30/2026

In honor of Fire Prevention Week, October 4th –10th, which commemorates the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the Granville Branch is featuring a special display of Smokey Bear memorabilia and books throughout October! You can also explore an interactive slide presentation featuring historic PSAs, artifacts, photographs, and the story of the real Smokey Bear. Remember: Only YOU can prevent wildfires! View the slide presentation below!

Join us on Tuesday, October 6th at 1:00 p.m. for a documentary screening on the Great Chicago Fire at our Granville Branch.

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09/30/2026

If you missed yesterday’s Vintage Fall Flavors presentation with Amy Alessio, you can still catch the recording! It will be available to watch for one week. And while you’re here, share your favorite fall recipe in the comments—we’d love to hear what you’re cooking or baking this season!

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09/30/2026

Many thanks to Amy Alessio for her wonderful presentation on Vintage Fall Flavors as we welcome in the season! The program was recorded and will be available for one week; recipes Amy mentioned will be sent to those that registered. We also like to thank those that attended.

Please join us, either in-person or via Zoom on Tuesday, October 6th at 6:00 p.m. for Illinois Trails and Traces: Portraits and Stories along the State’s Historic Routes.