Normal Public Library

06/25/2026

Update: As of 2pm, we are back online!

Our public computers are unavailable this morning as we work through a software issue. We will update this page once they are available. We apologize for the inconvenience!

06/19/2026

Join us!

OUR JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION IS TODAY (6.19.26) FROM 10-1!
The first 200 children to complete and turn in their Juneteenth passport will receive a free book and a treat made possible by the Illinois Prairie Community Foundation, Bobzbay Books, and Miss Kim's Konfections.

There will also be a storytelling performance by local storyteller, Pamela Purnell, and on a first-come-first-served basis, the Zoo Lady will offer facepainting to 50 children. There will also be crafts, games, and community resource information tables.

Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States, was officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, and is celebrated on June 19.

Questions about this program can be emailed to Ms. Alysha at [email protected].

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--- This event is made possible by the Sapphire Sky Wind Fund at the Illinois Prairie Community Foundation. The IPCF is a grant-making public charity dedicated to improving the lives of people in its four-county service area (McLean, DeWitt, Livingston, and Logan counties). IPCF brings together the financial resources of individuals, families, and businesses to support effective nonprofits in the community.

--- Additional onsite community partners include Normal Public Library, Ecology Action Center, 40 & Up Jump, McLean County Museum of History, Project XV Museum, Illinois Art Station, Home Sweet Home Ministries, Illinois Humanities Envisioning Justice BN Hub, and more.

06/13/2026

Rich in literature

06/06/2026

We love a good yarnstorm!

06/03/2026

Read with pride 🥰

06/02/2026

It’s officially summertime at NPL! We had a blast dancing, crafting, and playing at our Summer Kickoff Party last night! Special thanks to Laura Doherty Music for bringing the musical vibes for the evening! We’re excited to Plant a Seed, Read with you all summer long!

06/01/2026

Starting in 45 minutes at 5 pm in our parking lot! Come out and enjoy the official beginning of Summer Reading 2026!!

Please note: parking in the library lot itself is limited, but there is FREE parking in the College Ave Deck after 5pm!

Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026 with a joyful concert from Chicago family music favorites, Laura Doherty & the Heartbeats on Monday, June 1 at 5 pm!

Laura has performed at top family venues and festivals across the country, including Ravinia, Lollapalooza, Old Town School of Folk Music, SXSW and more. Her interactive shows feature catchy tunes, her adorable animal puppet characters Domingo the Flamingo and Jazzasaurus, and plenty of sing-along fun.

In addition to the concert, library staff will provide fun activities for all ages. Register for the summer reading program at the event!

Bay Area Mexicana will be on-site with their food truck if you want to purchase dinner.

This event is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Normal Public Library Foundation.

06/01/2026

Tag yourself...Which summer reading vegetable are you?

Starting TODAY, readers of all ages are invited to participate in our annual Summer Reading Challenge to earn prizes, have fun, and celebrate the joy of reading!

The goal is simple: read every day. Read anything from magazines to books to cereal boxes. All reading counts, including audiobooks and e-books!

Track your reading on Beanstack or with a paper log. You can use the Beanstack site or download the app for your mobile device. Paper logs are available at the service desks or can be printed from our website. Reading counts towards the challenge beginning today, June 1.

Earn badges and Book Bucks! This year, all ages earn Book Bucks as they read throughout the summer, including teens and adults. Then, trade in those Book Bucks for prizes, coupons, and more!

05/30/2026

Starting June 1, readers of all ages are invited to participate in our annual Summer Reading Challenge to earn prizes, have fun, and celebrate the joy of reading!

The goal is simple: read every day. Read anything from magazines to books to cereal boxes. All reading counts, including audiobooks and e-books!

Track your reading on Beanstack. You can use the Beanstack site or download the app for your mobile device. You may sign up for the challenge beginning today, and reading counts towards the challenge beginning June 1.

Earn badges and Book Bucks! This year, all ages earn Book Bucks as they read throughout the summer, including teens and adults. Then, trade in those Book Bucks for prizes, coupons, and more!

05/30/2026

Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026 with a joyful concert from Chicago family music favorites, Laura Doherty & the Heartbeats on Monday, June 1 at 5 pm!

Laura has performed at top family venues and festivals across the country, including Ravinia, Lollapalooza, Old Town School of Folk Music, SXSW and more. Her interactive shows feature catchy tunes, her adorable animal puppet characters Domingo the Flamingo and Jazzasaurus, and plenty of sing-along fun.

In addition to the concert, library staff will provide fun activities for all ages. Register for the summer reading program at the event!

Bay Area Mexicana will be on-site with their food truck if you want to purchase dinner.

This event is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Normal Public Library Foundation.