• Beginning Embroidery Class

    We will be doing a beginning embroidery kit. This is for ages teen to adult. Registration is required. You can sign up below or by calling 826.3711.

    Free
  • Wii Gaming

    Wii Gaming

    Every Wednesday at 4 pm. Bring your friends and compete in Wii Sports, Mario Kart, and more!

  • Trivia Night

    We will have 5 tables available for 6 people teams. Sign up required. Sign up below or by calling 826.3711

    Free
  • ALA Grant Conversation

    ALA Grant Conversation

    The library would like your input on how we can make the space more accessible to people living with mobility disabilities. We are holding community conversations on: July 11th at 1 pm July 15th at 5:30 pm July 26th at 1 pm  and we also welcome input via email and phone. 618.826.3711 or chesterpubliclib@gmail.com

  • Book & Movie Club: To Kill A Mockingbird

    Read "To Kill a Mockingbird" ahead of time and then join us July 28th to watch the movie and discuss. Sign up required. Sign up below or by calling 826.3711

    Free
  • Wii Gaming

    Wii Gaming

    Every Wednesday at 4 pm. Bring your friends and compete in Wii Sports, Mario Kart, and more!

  • Glow-Slime Craft

    Join us to make a glow slime. Sign up required. Sign up below or call 826.3711.

    Free
  • Local Author/Artist: Mike Chervinko

    Learn more about what makes Southern Illinois and the surrounding area so special during this presentation by Mike Chervinko. As a photographer and hobbyist archaeologist, Mr. Chervinko has visited and captured many of the most beautiful historical sites in the region. Speaker Mike Chervinko from Carbondale will discuss the prehistoric activity in our area’s past ... Read more

    Free
  • National Book Lovers Day

    Celebrate your love of books and earn more tickets for Summer Reading! Below are three ways to earn tickets: Visit the library Check out a book Post your favorite title to social media, tag the library, and use the hashtag #NationalBookLoversDay

  • Back to School Goodies

    Get ready for the new school year by stopping by the library for a goodie bag and signing up for a library card. Open to students and teachers! Supplies are limited and given on a first-come-first-served basis.