Who We Are
About the LibraryWe are 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.
EXPANDING BEYOND BOOKS
Our Mission
The mission statement of the Walnut Public Library District is to provide popular, high-interest materials in various formats that will meet the recreational, educational, and personal needs of the patrons in the community. Special emphasis will continue to be placed on supporting patrons at various stages of life.
All patrons’ interest and enjoyment in reading and writing will be a priority as well as more attention will be paid to continued development of the entire population served. Materials and programs shall be selected with regards to the varying age differences of the public to provide opportunities to stimulate everyone’s interests.
Our Staff
Jaclyn Trujillo
Director
Jaclyn was hired as Walnut Public Library Director in July of 2020. She has been a lifelong resident of Walnut and resides here with her husband Thomas and daughters. She attended Illinois Valley Community College and majored in Early Childhood Education. Jaclyn has prioritized grant writing, budgeting, and summer programming. She has been working towards revitalizing the library by offering programming geared towards children and adults. She has been focused on monthly activity workshops, storytime, and creating interactive activities and displays for young adults and families to enjoy.
E-Mail Jackie at:
director@walnutpubliclibrary.
Jennifer Butler
Adult Circulation & Marketing
Jennifer has been a part of the Walnut Public Library staff since August 2021. Jennifer works diligently at planning and providing programs to our community. She also assists patrons as needed and has been a friendly face to our community members and a vital resource with the Walnut history collaboration project. Jennifer is actively involved within our village volunteering her time on multiple committees.
E-Mail Jennifer at:
Jenbwpl@gmail.com
Carol Larkin
Children's Librarian & Programming
E-mail Carol at:
wpl.clarkin@gmail.com
Our Board of Directors
The Walnut Public Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 PM in the upstairs portion of the library. To contact our Board of Trustees, please email our President Brenda Helms at brendahelms03@yahoo.com.
Current Board Members
Brenda Helms, President
Term: 2023-2027
Kendra Jensen, Vice President
Term: 2025-2029
Megan Hellrung, Secretary
Term: 2023-2027
Emily Dietz, Treasurer
Term: 2023-2027
Dorian Woodbury
Term: 2025-2029
Gracelynn Dale
Term: 2025-2029
Megan Haley
Term: 2025-2029
Board Meeting Dates 2026
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Monday, April 13, 2026
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
August 2026-TBA
September 2026-TBA
October 2026-TBA
November 2026-TBA
No Board Meeting in December 2026