Charleston Carnegie Public Library

06/23/2026

This program has been rescheduled for Friday, July 24! We apologize for any inconvenience, and we hope to see you then!

06/22/2026

Laker Louie has flown back to his pond for today. Visit with him at one of these upcoming events! Thanks for visiting us, Laker Louie!

Laker Louie is visiting YOUR library!

Catch Laker Louie this summer as he makes a special visit to your local library. At each visit, Louie will be joined by author Lisa Shumard-Shelton for a reading of her original book, "Cheers for Laker Louie." The first 25 attendees will receive a free copy of the book along with an exclusive Louie keychain!

Dates, times and locations:
◇ June 12 at 2 p.m. - Marshall Public Library
◇ June 22 at 10:30 a.m. - Charleston Carnegie Public Library
◇ June 24 at 1 p.m. - Arcola Public Library
◇ June 25 at 10 a.m. - Neoga District Library
◇ June 30 at 10 a.m. - Mattoon Public Library
◇ July 14 at 10 a.m. - Windsor Storm Memorial Public Library
◇ July 15 at 2 p.m. - Martinsville Public Library
◇ July 20 at 3 p.m. - Greenup Township Public Library
◇ July 22 at 6 p.m. - Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library (Sullivan)

See you there!

06/22/2026

Today!

06/21/2026

Check out the schedule of awesome programs happening this week at the Library!

Find more details on all of our Summer Read programs and enter your reading at www.charlestonlibrary.org!

06/20/2026

Enter your reading at www.charlestonlibrary.org to win weekly prizes and entries for grand prizes! All ages, no library card required, no registration required.

06/19/2026

Charleston Disaster Relief Several homes in our community sustained significant damage from falling tree limbs after the tornado. If you or someone you know needs help, chainsaw work, debris cleanup, tarping a roof, or anything else, please let us know by filling out this short form so our volunteer...

06/19/2026

Submitting this form does not guarantee assistance. This list will be used by community volunteer team to assess needs and make assignments as volunteers and resources are available. If your situation becomes urgent or unsafe, please don't wait on us — call emergency services

06/19/2026

The Library will be open 10:30AM - 6PM for device/battery charging! We will have 2 charging stations and multiple power strips setup throughout the Rotary Rooms. The main building will remain closed for the day. Come on in and charge up your phones and batteries!

06/19/2026

Public Notice – Storm Relief Food DistributionFriday, June 19, Time: Starting at 12:00p.m. to 6:00p.m.TWO PUBLIC FOOD DISTRIBUTION SITESNorth SiteLocation: North Side Baptist Church, 414 North 5th Street, Charleston, Illinois.Food and refreshments will be provided at no cost to individuals and fam...