Considering recently released Illinois Department of Health guidelines and the current county spread of COVID-19, the Chatham Area Public Library will be returning to Contactless Curbside Service until further notice. We hope that we can help answer...
How do I request items during this stage?
There are several ways to request items during this time. Please visit https://www.chathamlib.org/how-do-i-request-items for details.
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This month marks the 100 year anniversary of the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. British archeologist Howard Carter and his workmen discovered a step carved in stone in early November 1922. By the end of the month, they’d found the outer burial chamber...
October is Bat Appreciation Month, and rightly so. Let’s highlight some books about these nocturnal creatures, all available from the Chatham Area Public Library.
These adult nonfiction books might intrigue some to learn more about bats. The...
Today is the birth anniversary of Agatha Christie so I thought I would showcase Christie-esque mysteries. Born in 1890, many consider her the grand dame of mysteries because of her clever and complex plots. She is also known for ‘fair play’ mysteries...
The beginning of a new school year brings a fresh start and also some nerves about getting into a new routine. Here are some books to help ease nerves and some adult fiction books to take you back to those school days, all available at the Chatham...
The beginning of a new school year brings a fresh start and also some nerves about getting into a new routine. Here are some books to help ease nerves and some adult fiction books to take you back to those school days, all available at the...
June is a great time to get outside and ride a bike. Even the Chatham Area Public Library has a bike! The Library’s brand new book bike, Bikelangelo, is ready to roll. Bikelangelo will be at some area businesses this summer including Webber’s Ice...
May is National Meditation Month. May can also be a busy month, the school year is winding down and summer is gearing up. What a good month to schedule some time to slow down and meditate. We are going to look at some books that can be found at the...