The Library will close early at 5:00 pm on Wed., Nov. 25 and
be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thurs., Nov. 26.
We will be open on Fri., Nov. 27 from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Beginning Nov. 28, we will only be open half days on
Saturdays, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thurs., Nov. 26.
We will be open on Fri., Nov. 27 from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Beginning Nov. 28, we will only be open half days on
Saturdays, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Clicking the "Search our Collection" button above, will open a link to RSACat,
our on-line Card Catalog. After conducting a search, the results page will have 3 tabs.
The first shows only physical books, movies, etc. that are owned by Carthage Public Library.
The second tab shows ebooks and eaudios that our patrons can download
and includes titles from both ADML (Overdrive/Libby) and ereadIllinois (axis360).
The third tab shows items owned by all libraries in our consortia.
If you place a hold, the item will come to us through InterLibray Loan.
You may still use the filters on the left to limit your search (such as include only movies or exclude movies)
our on-line Card Catalog. After conducting a search, the results page will have 3 tabs.
The first shows only physical books, movies, etc. that are owned by Carthage Public Library.
The second tab shows ebooks and eaudios that our patrons can download
and includes titles from both ADML (Overdrive/Libby) and ereadIllinois (axis360).
The third tab shows items owned by all libraries in our consortia.
If you place a hold, the item will come to us through InterLibray Loan.
You may still use the filters on the left to limit your search (such as include only movies or exclude movies)
Download the new RSAcat Mobile App from your app store.
Log in with your library barcode number and PIN.
View your account, search our collection and that of other libraries in our consortia,
and place holds.
Log in with your library barcode number and PIN.
View your account, search our collection and that of other libraries in our consortia,
and place holds.
There is a Toys for Tots barrel in the library for the community to drop off their toy donations!!!!
Library Receives Donation of Land
Doug Groth (far left) and Bill Hollis (far right) announced on Oct. 24 that Prairieland Investment Group is donating property to the Carthage Public Library District for our new building. The site is on the northwest corner of Prairieland's campus; on First Street and Center Street in Carthage.
This major donation kicks off the Library's "Dare to Dream" Capital Campaign. Also in the photo are the 7 members of the Library's Board of Trustees and the Library Director.
This major donation kicks off the Library's "Dare to Dream" Capital Campaign. Also in the photo are the 7 members of the Library's Board of Trustees and the Library Director.
See the Library Foundation's page of this website for more information about
our Capital Campaign and Construction Project and how you can help us
Dare to Dream.
our Capital Campaign and Construction Project and how you can help us
Dare to Dream.
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The Library's wi-fi signal is accessible from the sidewalk and parking areas outside our building. The network is "Library Guest" or "Library Guest 2" and the password is Library1234 (with a capital L). |
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The Library Building is open to the Public on a limited basis.
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Wearing masks is requested. Please practice social distancing.
The public may browse & select materials to check out.
Lingering is discouraged - please limit visits to 30 min. or less for selecting materials.
Computer use is limited to 1 hour per day. Calling ahead to make an appointment is encouraged.
When using our spaces to work or use a laptop or other personal device - please observe a 1 hour time limit.
The number of people in the building at one time will be limited.
Children must be directly supervised by an adult at all times.
Curbside pickup of materials is available.
Call or email to request books & other items & schedule a pickup time.
217-357-3232, cartlib@mtcnow.net
InterLibrary Loan Service is available but it may take longer to obtain items
from other libraries than in the past.
The Library Building is open to the Public on a limited basis.
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Wearing masks is requested. Please practice social distancing.
The public may browse & select materials to check out.
Lingering is discouraged - please limit visits to 30 min. or less for selecting materials.
Computer use is limited to 1 hour per day. Calling ahead to make an appointment is encouraged.
When using our spaces to work or use a laptop or other personal device - please observe a 1 hour time limit.
The number of people in the building at one time will be limited.
Children must be directly supervised by an adult at all times.
Curbside pickup of materials is available.
Call or email to request books & other items & schedule a pickup time.
217-357-3232, cartlib@mtcnow.net
InterLibrary Loan Service is available but it may take longer to obtain items
from other libraries than in the past.
Returning materials:
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Library Lines Newsletters -- If you would like to receive a copy of our monthly newsletter via email,
send your contact information to cartlib@mtcnow.net and we'll add you to our email list.
Download a copy here:
March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 July 2020 August 2020 September 2020
October 2020 November 2020
send your contact information to cartlib@mtcnow.net and we'll add you to our email list.
Download a copy here:
March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 July 2020 August 2020 September 2020
October 2020 November 2020
2020: Focus on Illinois
is the theme of our new Independent Reading Challenge for Adults and High School students.
Information and downloadable bookmarks/entry forms are posted on the 2020 Reading Program page of this website.
Feel free to email us to let us know that you completed the month's challenge.
Just tell us what book you read, and what you thought about it. We will then enter you in the quarterly prize drawing. cartlib@mtcnow.net.
E-books and audiobooks count for this program, and we've rearranged our monthly themes a bit to make it easier to find books that fit the theme. So use our databases below to find books to read or listen to.
is the theme of our new Independent Reading Challenge for Adults and High School students.
Information and downloadable bookmarks/entry forms are posted on the 2020 Reading Program page of this website.
Feel free to email us to let us know that you completed the month's challenge.
Just tell us what book you read, and what you thought about it. We will then enter you in the quarterly prize drawing. cartlib@mtcnow.net.
E-books and audiobooks count for this program, and we've rearranged our monthly themes a bit to make it easier to find books that fit the theme. So use our databases below to find books to read or listen to.
Search for ebooks and audios to check out and download.
Request a PIN from the Library and use it and your library card's barcode number
to log in to either ADML or eReadIllinois.
These ebooks and e-audios are also included in our Card Catalog, http://alsi.sdp.sirsi.net/client/en_US/CarthagePLD/
to log in to either ADML or eReadIllinois.
These ebooks and e-audios are also included in our Card Catalog, http://alsi.sdp.sirsi.net/client/en_US/CarthagePLD/
ADML: Alliance Digital Media Library
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eRead Illinois
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BiblioBoard.com &
Inkie.org free ebook collections available to all Illinois residents - no library card needed. Download the BiblioBoard app for the "Recovering the Classics" collection, "Popup Picks" which change quarterly, children's books, Open Educational resources/textbooks and more. Look for the "Biblioboard Library of Illinois" or "RAILS for Schools." buttons. Inkie.org features books by and resources for independent authors. |
AudioBookCloud is a database of downloadable audio books for all ages, which is normally only available to libraries and patrons through a paid subscription.
From now through August 31, 2020 Tumble Books is allowing Libraries to provide free access to patrons.
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
From now through August 31, 2020 Tumble Books is allowing Libraries to provide free access to patrons.
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
Carthage Public Library now subscribes to the Library Edition of Ancestry.
It may only be accessed within the Library. Search US Federal Census Records, Vital Records (births, marriages, deaths), Military Records and Immigration Records. Downloadable forms such as ancestral charts and family group sheets are available to print and the Learning Center has research aids, tips & tricks.
It may only be accessed within the Library. Search US Federal Census Records, Vital Records (births, marriages, deaths), Military Records and Immigration Records. Downloadable forms such as ancestral charts and family group sheets are available to print and the Learning Center has research aids, tips & tricks.
Additional Statewide legal forms available from this link
illinoiscourts.gov 
Information and resources for job seekers and employers.
Free on-line course from Chicago PLD available to all: "Getting a Job using Illinois Worknet" 
Job Search Database and More Carthage Public Library has temporary access through a free trial. Contact the Library for log-in information. |
New Database - Gale Business Entrepreneurship
Gale Business: Entrepreneurship & Small Business Resource Center.
Provides expertise covering all aspects of starting and operating a business, including finance, management, marketing, human resources, franchising, accounting, and taxes. The database contains hundreds of sample business plans created by real-life entrepreneurs, award-winning eBooks, as well as content from over 300 business journals and magazines. Free for use by all within the library during our regular hours. 24/7 access. For now, use "carthage" as the password. Soon, you will enter your library barcode number to access. Resource Guide pdf - Tips for using the Entrepreneurship Database. |
Database - Testing & Education Reference Center
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Prepare for upcoming standardized tests with Testing & Education Reference Center from Gale. This valuable resource includes full-length practice tests for GED, SAT, ACT, PSAT, GRE, LSAT, MAT, MCAT, ASVAB, NCLEX-LPN, NCLEX-RN, TOEFL and U.S. citizenship. It also offers practice questions for certification tests for various career fields including: accounting, cosmetology, fire fighter, law enforcement, postal worker, real estate, and social work. It offers information on undergraduate and graduate programs and tuition and scholarship assistance, as well as resume, interviewing and networking advice. Whether you’re a student planning for college or a professional renewing certification or embarking on a new career path, Testing & Education Reference Center can help you along the way.
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24/7 access. For now, use "carthage" as the password. Soon, you will enter your library barcode number to access. It is also available for use by all within the library during our regular hours.
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Report of usage of Library materials and
services from July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020.
You may download a copy of the document
from this link: CPLD year in review 19-20
Values were calculated using the American Library Association's Library Value Calculator at:
http://www.ala.org/advocacy/library-value-calculator.
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This is a great video from RAILS, our Library system. |
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Explore More Illinois is a free service provided by your library and the RAILS Library System that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theaters, and other fun and local cultural venues. How do I get a Pass? Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions. Make your reservation and print or download your pass shortly before your visit. You can have two active reservations per library card. Please cancel your reservation(s) if unable to attend, otherwise the reservation will count as being used. Remember that once you print or download your pass you cannot cancel your reservation. https://exploremoreillinois.org
Use the icons below or the drop down menus at the top of the page
to move to the other pages of the Library's website.
to move to the other pages of the Library's website.
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Links to our databases and many other useful resources and websites.
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About Us - Information about the Library's
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