Ladd Public Library District

10/16/2026

Next week's schedule (Oct 19th - Oct 24th)...

10/16/2026

This week's Children's Story Hour featured the book "Fire Truck" written by Peter Sis as read by Miss Linda.

Our Children's Story Hour, which does not require registration, meets on Tuesday mornings at 10am.

10/16/2026

💫 This year start your Christmas Season Celebrations with the Ladd Public Library at a Pajama Party With Santa!!! 💫

The Ladd Public Library is now accepting reservations for a Pajama Party With Santa for children ages 2-8 from 1pm to 3pm on Saturday, November 28th! Fun holiday activities include Dessert & Drinks, Music & Games & Crafts, Prizes & Presents & Photos, and a Story read by Miss Linda!

Space is limited. We are requesting a $5 non-refundable deposit to hold each family reservation. We are also requesting only one responsible adult for each family reservation to allow room for as many children as possible.

Stop by or call the Ladd Public Library at 815-894-3254 to make your FIRM reservation today!

10/16/2026

💥Don't Miss Our November Painting Party with Lucy Schmidt!💥

The Ladd Public Library is hosting a Painting Party with Lucy Schmidt ( Painting Parties By Lucy ) on Monday, November 9th at 6pm featuring the painting titled "Gnome for the Holidays"!

Join us at the library for an evening of painting fun! All are welcome to bring their own snacks and drinks in covered glasses! The cost is $30 per person (includes a $5 donation to the library). Seating is limited.

Please stop by or call the Ladd Public Library at 815-894-3254 to make your FIRM reservation today!

10/16/2026

💥 Don't Miss Our Active Stretch Classes With Teresa Colmone On Mondays At 2:00pm! 💥

The Ladd Public Library is hosting Active Stretch Classes With Teresa Colmone in October on the 19th and 26th (Mondays) at 2pm!

Join us at the library for 30 minute active stretch classes suitable for all experience levels. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a towel, mat or small blanket for cushioning and a drink in a covered glass for hydrating.

Sign up for one, a few or all as fits your schedule. The cost of each class is $5 per person. Seating is limited.

Please stop by or call the Ladd Public Library at 815-894-3254 to reserve your chair today!

10/16/2026

💥 Re-election Notice 💥

The Ladd Public Library has four, full-term Library Trustee positions up for re-election in the 2027 Consolidated Election. A full-term is four years.

Packets for these four, full-term seats on the Ladd Public Library Board of Trustees are now available for candidates or their representatives to pick up during normal business hours at the Ladd Public Library, 125 North Main Avenue, Ladd, Il.

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Don't miss this novel just added to the large print collection at the Ladd Public Library and also available through the Libby App in Ebook format...

10/09/2026

Next week's schedule (Oct 12th - Oct 17th)...