Gridley Public Library District

05/14/2026

As we are gearing up for Summer Reading, we've been doing a little updating/housekeeping....
Some of you may have received a letter recently about "Lost Books" on your account, we want to remind you if your account is "Blocked" that means you cannot checkout anything until you pay your fines or pay for your lost book. This also includes participation in Summer Reading!
Also, we ran a report for expired Library Cards and those letters have also gone out in the mail. If your card remains expired for three years or more and you have no outstanding bills, your card may be deleted.
To continue to enjoy borrowing privileges and digital resources, please visit our front desk or call the library to renew your card. (309.747.2284)
If you haven’t been into the library in a while, you are missing out on a lot of new features, including a Makerspace area, communal activities like jigsaw puzzles and crossword puzzles, and Coloring Club.
Also, for those of you who prefer audio or e-books we offer three different platforms for our patrons to get their book or movie fix. You have to have an active card with a valid PIN (you can call the library and set this up in less than five minutes) to access these features!
In addition to the physical changes in the library there have been some staff changes in the past few years as well! We’d love for you to stop by, say hi, and check out all the new things we have to offer. If you don’t want to renew your card, no problem. We will delete it from our system once the three years has elapsed provided you have no outstanding bills. No further action is required.
Sincerely,
Gridley Library Staff

Sheryl Solomonson, Director
Michelle Barnett Stevens, Monday & Friday
Lori Hardman, Tuesday & Wednesday
Kristin M. Fehr, Thursday AM
Zimmerman, Thursday PM (she doesn't have Facebook, but yes, this is THE Linda Zimmerman-she's back for a few hours each week)

Call now to connect with business.

05/05/2026

Photos from last week's coloring club and Saturday's chess club!

05/04/2026

We're getting ready for tonight! Who else is ready?!

05/01/2026

Gridley Library's Summer Reading starts June 1.
Registration opens TODAY!
Kids ages 2 - high school can sign up for summer reading. Reading logs will be available June 1. Summer Reading will end on July 10.
Some activities have limited space, so check your calendars!
Plant a Seed, Read! with us this summer!

https://form.jotform.com/260916673299168

04/24/2026

Babel-On with R.F. Kuang

Illinois Libraries Present (ILP) Babel-On with R.F. Kuang Tuesday, May 19 | 7-8 PM CST ZOOM EVENT ATTENDEE REGISTRATION LINK Note: All ILP Season 5 events are included in your library membership and are made available complimentary to your library patrons and staff. However, these events are not available to non-member libraries, and the registration links should not be shared or advertised outside of your library community....

Illinois Libraries Present (ILP) Babel-On with R.F. Kuang Tuesday, May 19 | 7-8 PM CST ZOOM EVENT ATTENDEE REGISTRATION LINK Note: All ILP Season 5 events are included in your library membership an…

04/24/2026

What a great night at Ladies Night Out last night! I took zero pictures! (Except for the ones for the photo booth-which weren't saved after printing.) Thanks to all who joined us and all those who assisted in making the event a fabulous night!
Thurmon Sweet Treat Supply
Tricoci School of Hair Design
Johnson
Massage Therapy Chenoa IL
Miller Katie Miller
We are already working on ideas for next year!

04/17/2026

*New Story Alert!*
Seasons on the Farm by Chelsea Tornetto is the new featured story at the Gridley StoryWalk!
Thank you again to the EPGMS Kindness Club for changing out our story!
This story is sponsored by Rose Yahnig.

04/04/2026

Last month's Tactical Titans set-up and winners! Congratulations!
Stop by the library to see the new challenge and tell us how you would win in two moves! ♟️♟️

03/27/2026

Cristina Henriquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection

Illinois Libraries Present (ILP) Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human ConnectionThursday, April 16 | 7-8 PM CST ZOOM EVENT ATTENDEE REGISTRATION LINK Note: All ILP Season 5 events are included in your library membership and are made available complimentary to your library patrons and staff. However, these events are not available to non-member libraries, and the registration links should not…...

Illinois Libraries Present (ILP) Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human ConnectionThursday, April 16 | 7-8 PM CST ZOOM EVENT ATTENDEE REGISTRATION LINK Note: All ILP Season 5 events are incl…

03/24/2026

Coloring club on Fridays is a happening time at the library! Look at all these creations from the past few weeks! 🎨

03/05/2026

Did you know we have a Makerspace? A 3D Printer, Cricut machine, Sewing Machine, Laser Engraver, and Button Maker all for the public's use! Now, we cannot guarantee library staff assistance-we might cause more trouble than help, but if you're curious about trying out something-or need to do just one thing and don't want to buy a whole machine for that one thing-come check out the Makerspace and get creative!

THE MAKERSPACE is a new innovative space inside of Gridley Library in the Gridley Room. The Makerspace provides amazing opportunities for learning and creativity!…