Mattoon Public Library

10/17/2026

Stay tuned for a class coming to MPL 👀

They say what’s old is new again, and that’s especially true for one activity with roots dating back to the 1800s. Mahjong — a tile-based strategy game — is resurging all across the country.

10/16/2026

We wanted to give one last thank you to our sponsors for Movies in the Park and our Summer Reading programs! We reached over 1,000 participants in movie screenings, special programs, and reading challenges!

10/14/2026

Whoooo is excited for the U of I Wildlife Clinic to bring live nocturnal animals to our upcoming story time?!🦉🌝

10/13/2026

We are celebrating 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh by giving away delicious honey sticks at the circulation desks on Wednesday, October 14 (while supplies last). We also have a copy of the book that you can enter to win on the second floor of the library! 🐻🍯🐝

10/13/2026

We are happy to be a place that brings the community together. Mattoon Public Library is a drop-off site for a local pet supply drive that will benefit the Coles County Animal Shelter 🐾🐈🐕 Donations requested: cat & dog food, kitten & puppy food, cat litter, pet toys, treats, cleaning supplies, and grooming supplies. The drop-off box is located on the first floor by the main entrance.

10/12/2026

We had a full house for Historical Women of Letters featuring Mary Shelley! Debra Ann Miller always does a phenomenal job telling the stories of these fascinating women. We highly encourage you to attend her show at Paris Carnegie Public Library tonight at 6pm portraying Mother Jones.