Ladd Public Library District

Ladd Public Library District Ladd Public Library District -- Come check us out!! Ladd Library Mission Statement:

Our mission is to be the heart of our community.

Striving to provide a welcoming atmosphere to our patrons of all ages and cultures. We offer open access to materials, educational resources, programs and attention to local history.

💥Don't Miss Our June Painting Party with Lucy Schmidt!💥The Ladd Public Library is hosting a Painting Party with Lucy Sch...
05/12/2026

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

The Ladd Public Library is hosting a Painting Party with Lucy Schmidt ( Painting Parties By Lucy ) on Monday, June 8th at 6pm featuring the perfect painting to celebrate our country's 250th anniversary titled "Sparks and Stripes"!

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!

💥 Paws to Read with Hobo is coming to the Ladd Public Library on Saturday, June 6th at 10:00am! 💥The Ladd Public Libra...
05/11/2026

💥 Paws to Read with Hobo is coming to the Ladd Public Library on Saturday, June 6th at 10:00am! 💥

The Ladd Public Library invites families with young readers to the first of what we hope to be many “Paws to Read with Hobo” programs on Saturday, June 6th between 10am and 11am.

This literacy-focused initiative offers children an opportunity to practice their skills, build confidence, and develop a love of reading in a sensory friendly environment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the library’s collection to read aloud to Hobo, a certified therapy dog, during a personal 10 minute long time slot.

There is no charge for this program but only six slots are available at 10am, 10:10 am, 10:20am, 10:30am, 10:40am and 10:50am. Stop by or call the Ladd Public Library at 815-894-3254 to reserve your slot today!

Next week's schedule (May 11th - May 16th)...
05/08/2026

Next week's schedule (May 11th - May 16th)...

Ladd Public Library's Yarn Workshop With Linda is meeting at a new time!!!Beginning this month Ladd Public Library's Yar...
05/08/2026

Ladd Public Library's Yarn Workshop With Linda is meeting at a new time!!!

Beginning this month Ladd Public Library's Yarn Workshop will be meeting on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 Noon.

Linda will be providing her teaching skills to anyone who wants to learn how to crochet. However, the Yarn Workshop is open to all skill levels of any yarn crafter (crocheting, knitting, weaving, etc.). No membership registration is required. Attendance is unlimited.

So join Linda and fellow Yarnivores on Wednesday, May 13th at 12pm at the Ladd Public Library. Work on your current project. Share patterns, techniques, tips & tricks. Socialize & have fun!

05/08/2026

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF OUR THIRD ANNUAL LIBRARY ROAD TRIP DRAWING!

The winner of our Third Annual Library Road Trip drawing is Anne Swingel. Anne won a $25 Amazon Gift Card. Congratulations, Anne!

💥 Don't Miss Our Active Stretch Classes With Teresa Colmone On Mondays At 2:00pm! 💥The Ladd Public Library is hosting Ac...
05/08/2026

💥 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 May on the 11th & 18th (Monday) at 2pm! (We are closed on the 25th for Memorial Day.)

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!

💥 Summer Story Hour! 💥Summer is right around the corner, and so is the Summer Story Hour with Miss Linda at the Ladd Pub...
05/08/2026

💥 Summer Story Hour! 💥

Summer is right around the corner, and so is the Summer Story Hour with Miss Linda at the Ladd Public Library!

Held on Tuesdays from June 2nd to August 4th at 10am to 11am, this program for ages birth to six includes music & dance, arts & crafts, games & snacks, plus a story read by Miss Linda.

Seating is limited, and registration is required. Our apologies, but space limitations do not allow for walk-ins during our summer program.

Residents of Ladd may stop by or call the Ladd Public Library at 815-894-3254 beginning April 1st to register. Registration is open to all beginning April 8th.

Our regular Children's Hour program, which does not require registration, will return on Tuesday, August 11th, at 10 am.

☀️ Ladd Public Library's Summer Reading Challenge for 3 to 6 Year Olds Begins June 2nd! ☀️📚 The Challenge: 📚Read 16 book...
05/08/2026

☀️ Ladd Public Library's Summer Reading Challenge for 3 to 6 Year Olds Begins June 2nd! ☀️

📚 The Challenge: 📚

Read 16 books between June 2nd and August 4th.

Stop by or call the Ladd Public Library at 815-894-3254 to register.

You can check out, read and return 16 books through the Ladd Public Library. (Reciprocal Library cards from other libraries can be used.)

And/Or...

Check out, read and return 16 Ebooks/Audiobooks through the Libby by OverDrive App (Ladd Public Library cards only.)

Don't forget to update your completed book list at the library.

🥳 The Bonus: 🥳

The first 20 children to complete the challenge will win a Paint With Water Coloring Book Watercolor Painting Set.

Be sure to stop by or call us at 815-894-3254 to register soon!

💥 Paws to Read with Hobo is coming to the Ladd Public Library on Saturday, June 6th at 10:00am! 💥The Ladd Public Libra...
05/08/2026

💥 Paws to Read with Hobo is coming to the Ladd Public Library on Saturday, June 6th at 10:00am! 💥

The Ladd Public Library invites families with young readers to the first of what we hope to be many “Paws to Read with Hobo” programs on Saturday, June 6th between 10am and 11am.

This literacy-focused initiative offers children an opportunity to practice their skills, build confidence, and develop a love of reading in a relaxed and supportive setting. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the library’s collection to read aloud to Hobo, a certified therapy dog, during a personal 10 minute long time slot.

There is no charge for this program but only six slots are available at 10am, 10:10 am, 10:20am, 10:30am, 10:40am and 10:50am. Stop by or call the Ladd Public Library at 815-894-3254 to reserve your slot today!

Now available at the Ladd Public Library - Passport to Illinois!(The supply is limited. One per family, please. Thank ...
05/08/2026

Now available at the Ladd Public Library - Passport to Illinois!
(The supply is limited. One per family, please. Thank you!)

The Passport to Illinois is a free, limited-edition keepsake created for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. It invites residents and visitors to explore 56 historic sites, museums, and landmarks, featuring regional checklists for tracking journeys across Illinois.

How to Get One: The free physical booklets are available at Illinois public libraries, highway visitor centers, and staffed tourism locations while supplies last.

Digital Version: A printable digital version is available for immediate download on the IL250 website (https://www.il250.org/passportrequest).

Featured Sites: The passport includes notable locations like the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, Cahokia Mounds, and various historical sites.

This initiative is part of the Illinois America 250 Commission's celebrations leading up to July 4, 2026.

The Ladd Public Library was pleased to host "The Promise of a Better Life," a program presented by local author and hist...
05/06/2026

The Ladd Public Library was pleased to host "The Promise of a Better Life," a program presented by local author and historian Jim Piacenti last Saturday.

The presentation and discussion focused on the history of the coal mines in Eastern Bureau County, covering the experiences of miners and owners, as well as the dangers of the industry, including the Cherry Mine Disaster. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Jim for sharing his extensive knowledge of our local history. A few photos of the Ladd Mine from the event are included below.

We also want to thank our patrons for attending, as well as the Library Board and Director for making this program possible.

For those interested in learning more about the history of our local coal mines, Jim Piacenti's book, "The Promise of a Better Life," is available for checkout at the Ladd Public Library.

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Ladd, IL
61329

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Wednesday 10am - 2pm
4pm - 8pm
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