Mounder Town
Welcome to the Mt. Morris Public Library page!
105 S. McKendrie Ave.
Mt. Morris, IL 61054
Phone: 815-734-4927
Fax: 815-734-6035
E-mail: [email protected]
Hours:
Mon.-Thur. 11:00am-6:30pm
Fri. 11:00am-4:30pm
Sat. 10:00am-1:30pm
Library Closings
Thursday, July 25, 2024 library will close at 4pm for Summer Reading Program Celebration.
Mary Head Retiring!
We are saddened to announce that long time librarian, Mary Head, has retired from the
library! She has been here for over 35 years and many of the community will be sad to see her
go. There is a card available to sign at the library. Let’s all wish her the best in her retirement
and send her off in style!
Summer Reading Program!!!
We want to thank all of our patrons and especially our SPONSORS who made this year's Summer Reading Program a huge success! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
Hot Spots available at Mount Morris Library
The library has 2 hotspots available to check out for use at home. These are available to Mount
Morris Library card holders and will be checked out for fourteen days. Get more information
from a librarian if you would like to use this free service!
Story Time! Wednesdays at 11:15am
We will be reading books and the children will create a craft this Wednesday. Story time is
every Wednesday @11:15, bring your little ones to enjoy stories and a craft at the Mount
Morris Library!
Lego Club Thursday, August 15th
Lego night is the third Thursday of each month. This month it is a Family Night! Join in the fun
with all the family as they build and create together. Families can start their builds on
Thursday, August 15th at 5:30 – 7pm! All children and parents are invited every third Thursday of
the month. Children under 8 need to bring a parent with them.
Medicare Informational Program
Not sure where to start? Have questions about your Medicare insurance? Stop by on Tuesday,
July 23 rd at 3pm for all the information you need. Kelly Denton from the Broadmoor Agency
will be here to discuss the when, why, what, and how of Medicare. She will also talk about the
Inflation Reduction Act and how this will affect Medicare coverage. RSVP by calling 815-847-
5533, walk-ins are welcome!
Part-Time Clerk Opening
The Mount Morris Library is looking for a part-time clerk to work on evenings and Saturdays. If
you are interested please stop by for an application.
Cookbook Club Next Meeting August 6th
Join us as we explore The Cookbook Club! Wonderful recipes combined with friendship creates
something both beautiful and delicious! Come in, choose your recipe, and bring your dish to
pass at our next meeting! Join us on August 6th , 6pm at The Senior Center for another exciting
meal!
Display Case Showings
Pablo Picasso said, “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” We have a new
display put on by the local artist, Rhonda Cheek! Come see all of her gorgeous works all month
long and wash away some everyday life! Thank You! We are always looking for collectors or
artists who are willing to share their treasures in our display cases. If you are interested,
please call, 815-734-4927.
Adult Book Club Meeting Monday, July 29th
Everyone is welcome to join this book club group! Copies of the book are available at the
library. Meeting will be held at the library on July 29 th at 3:30pm.
Lions Club Glasses and Hearing Aids Collections
Donation boxes for eyeglass recycling are available at the library. When the boxes are full, they
are picked up by local Lions members and dropped off at collection depots. These recycled
eyeglasses are given to people in need, with the help of various medical missionaries, in
Central and South America and around the world. When the eyeglasses arrive in these
countries, doctors and technicians conduct eye exams and provide a free pair of prescription
eyeglasses that are as close as possible to that person’s sight needs. When donating HEARING
AIDS, please be sure to place them in a small box or hard-covered case so they do not get
crushed or damaged.
Explore More Illinois
Explore More Illinois users can access and reserve passes from any of our attractions on the
Mount Morris Library website, mtmorris-il.org, under the resources page. Visit the website to
browse attractions.
Axis360 is now BOUNDLESS
Your library’s Axis 360 digital service has been upgraded to Boundless. The library can provide
you with information about the transition to Boundless. All your user info and history,
including holds position, bookmarks, notes, and other saved data will be seamlessly
transitioned to the new Boundless platform.
Adult Programming
We would love to hear from you. Do you have any program ideas? Do evenings or weekends
work better? Do you have a program you would like to share/lead? Contact Mary Cheatwood
at the library through email at [email protected] or call 815-734-4927.
Memorial Gifts
Give a gift that lasts, brings joy to many, and doubles in value. Your memorial gift to the library
is matched by the Mt. Morris Library Foundation, doubling your generosity! Many thanks to all
who gave memorial gifts in 2023.
Newspaper Available!
We will now be receiving the Dixon Telegraph daily! We receive the Ogle County Life, Sauk
Valley, and Mt. Morris Times. If you want to keep up with the local news-stop on by!
Curbside Service is available!
We want to remind everyone that you still have the option of having your materials delivered
to your vehicle. If you have holds waiting for you, call us to tell us you are on your way, and
we will bring them out to your vehicle when you arrive. Call us if you need more information.
Additional Services Offered
We make copies ($0.25 per black and white page). We fax ($2 for the first page and $0.50 each
additional page). We can scan a document and send it to email ($2 per document). You can
use a computer without a library card for $1.00. Resume software is available on our
computers. Come visit us and let us help you!
Monthly board meetings are the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm at the library unless
otherwise noted. The public is welcome to attend.
The Mount Morris Public Library is located at 105 S. McKendrie Ave. Mt. Morris IL 61054 –
815-734-4927 Fax-815-734-6035 www.mtmorris-il.org
