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Walnut Public Library
The Walnut Public Library is a non-profit organization supporting Walnut and the surrounding areas by providing a wide array of print, audio and online resources, onsite wi-fi, public computers, children’s programs and more.
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Walnut Public Library receives National Grant
Walnut Public Library District has been selected as one of 240 libraries to participate inLibraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities, an American Library Association...
2022 Year in Review
A recap of 2022 at the library! What a great year!! 91 New Library Cards 912 Holds Placed 70 Program Sessions 6,640 Check-outs 4,434 Patron Visits $101,805 saved by checking out from the library...
Digital Resources
One hundred thirty-six libraries in Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) share an integrated library automation system known as PrairieCat.
Libby was engineered from the ground up with many new features and enhancements requested by readers and library staff. As of July 1st, it replaced our Axis 360 Reading app.
Explore More Illinois is a free service provided by your library that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theatres, and other fun and local cultural venues.
Quick Info
Library Card Policy
All residents of Walnut and Walnut Township may obtain a library card upon providing a form of identification which bears their name and address. Read our full policy here.
Our Long Range Plan 2021-2026
A five-year report that recognizes goals, objectives and responses for the future of the library. Read the full document here.
Summer Reading Program Registration
Our Summer Reading Program spans two months (June and July) and is for ages Kindergarten through High School. You can find out more and register for our Summer Reading Program here.
Location
101 Heaton Street
Walnut, IL 61376
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday: 9-6 pm
Tuesday: 12-5 pm
Wednesday: 9-6 pm
Friday: 12-5 pm
Saturday: 9-12 pm
Thursday & Sunday: Closed
Phone & Email
815-379-2159
director.wpld@yahoo.com