"The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library" -Albert Einstein
PHONE: (618) 282-2255
FAX: (618) 282-4055
[email protected]
HOURS:
Monday-Thursday 12pm-7pm
Friday & Saturday 9am-1pm
Closed on Sundays
Click HERE for a list of Holiday closings
Curbside Pickup available by appointment; contact the Library to set-up a date/time.
Free WiFi Available
Cash or Check only
FAX: (618) 282-4055
[email protected]
HOURS:
Monday-Thursday 12pm-7pm
Friday & Saturday 9am-1pm
Closed on Sundays
Click HERE for a list of Holiday closings
Curbside Pickup available by appointment; contact the Library to set-up a date/time.
Free WiFi Available
Cash or Check only
Click HERE for a list of services we offer
Staff
Jamie Joost
Library Director
Bailee McCarthy
Assistant Librarian
Linda Krebel
Librarian
Library Director
Bailee McCarthy
Assistant Librarian
Linda Krebel
Librarian
Member of:
SHARE (Sharing Heartland's Available Resources Equally)
Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS)
ALA (American Library Association
ILA (Illinois Library Association)
Red Bud Chamber of Commerce
Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS)
ALA (American Library Association
ILA (Illinois Library Association)
Red Bud Chamber of Commerce
The main entrance for the Library parking lot is off of South Main (across from IGA/MotoMart) and is a
ONE WAY ENTRANCE ONLY.
Please use caution when driving in our parking lot.
ONE WAY ENTRANCE ONLY.
Please use caution when driving in our parking lot.
Frequently Asked Questions
City of Red Bud Events Calendar
Randolph County Genealogical Society
Red Bud Chamber of Commerce
Social Media
We are on Facebook!
Search "Red Bud Public Library" and like/follow our page for news, updates and current events
Search "Red Bud Public Library" and like/follow our page for news, updates and current events
notices to our patrons:
We are looking for volunteers to do Genealogy Research. Contact us for more information.
Starting Monday, November 20, our audio books will have an overdue fine of $1.00 per day (not to exceed the cost of the item).
The average cost of an audio book is $38.00-$50.00 (They are expensive to make, they are expensive to buy..).
The Library has a set yearly budget and we can afford only so many audio books with that budget. To better accommodate where needed, we are increasing our Audio book overdue fines to $1.00.
Current and Upcoming Events at the Library
Check out the Upcoming Events page to see a full calendar
How it works:
Read a book in accordance to the Bingo sheet.
Once you’ve completed the book, write down the title in the appropriate square.
Once you get a Book Bingo (entire card is completed), bring your sheet back to the library or share it with us on Facebook - make a post and tag us or send it via Messenger - and we’ll get you a little something for getting a Bingo!
Click on the card below to download your own copy, or come by the library to pick one up.
Read a book in accordance to the Bingo sheet.
Once you’ve completed the book, write down the title in the appropriate square.
Once you get a Book Bingo (entire card is completed), bring your sheet back to the library or share it with us on Facebook - make a post and tag us or send it via Messenger - and we’ll get you a little something for getting a Bingo!
Click on the card below to download your own copy, or come by the library to pick one up.
American Library Association Documents
Library Bill of Rights
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Statement: Book Censorship
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Statement: Censorship of Information Addressing Racial Injustice, Black American History and Diversity Education
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Click HERE to find the latest updates and news from reliable health and safety resources
Not a library patron?
The Red Bud Library is a tax-supported public library. This means that any resident or city-tax payer (of Red Bud) pay a tax to support the library.
Those who reside within city limits or pay city taxes can get a free, 3-year library card.
Those who reside outside City limits and do not pay city taxes can get 2 library cards (living at same address) for an annual fee of $65*.
To get a card, present at the front desk a valid driver's license or Illinois State ID card and another form with name and current address (pre-printed checks, utility bill, bank statement, etc.)
Children 5-15 years of age need a parent/guardian present with the above information. Those 16 and older can bring in the above forms with their names, if applicable.
Why do I have to pay a non-resident fee?
Red Bud City residents and those who pay City taxes pay a tax to utilize the services the library provides. Non-city residents that do not pay this tax are charged an equivalent fee for up to 2 library cards to access the same services.
Any questions, please contact the library
Those who reside within city limits or pay city taxes can get a free, 3-year library card.
Those who reside outside City limits and do not pay city taxes can get 2 library cards (living at same address) for an annual fee of $65*.
To get a card, present at the front desk a valid driver's license or Illinois State ID card and another form with name and current address (pre-printed checks, utility bill, bank statement, etc.)
Children 5-15 years of age need a parent/guardian present with the above information. Those 16 and older can bring in the above forms with their names, if applicable.
Why do I have to pay a non-resident fee?
Red Bud City residents and those who pay City taxes pay a tax to utilize the services the library provides. Non-city residents that do not pay this tax are charged an equivalent fee for up to 2 library cards to access the same services.
Any questions, please contact the library
Aspen is our online card catalog. You can renew material, request material, check charges on your account and more!
Aspen was implemented on March 6, 2024. The SHARE Mobile Library app will still work on personal devices.
To Login: Use your barcode number (on the back of your library card) and the 4-digit password that was given to you.
If you have questions or need to reset your password, please contact the library.
Aspen was implemented on March 6, 2024. The SHARE Mobile Library app will still work on personal devices.
To Login: Use your barcode number (on the back of your library card) and the 4-digit password that was given to you.
If you have questions or need to reset your password, please contact the library.
Now it's easy to manage multiple accounts, keep track of checkouts and due dates, and renew items from your mobile device using the SHARE Mobile Library, Red Bud Public Library's new app! Search for books, DVDs, video games, audiobooks, e-books, and more. Find it now in the Apple App store or Google Play Store.
Brought to you by Red Bud Public Library and the SHARE library consortium, a division of Illinois Heartland Library System
Brought to you by Red Bud Public Library and the SHARE library consortium, a division of Illinois Heartland Library System
Click on icon and go to Cloud Library site to check out ebooks and audiobooks.
Under "Find your local library" use the drop-down menu to select the following:
1. Choose Country 2. Choose State 3. Select Nearest Library (Illinois Heartland Library System)
Under "Find your local library" use the drop-down menu to select the following:
1. Choose Country 2. Choose State 3. Select Nearest Library (Illinois Heartland Library System)
goodreads.com
The place to keep track of books that have been read, to-be-read, and book suggestions!
Available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store
The place to keep track of books that have been read, to-be-read, and book suggestions!
Available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store
Storytimes begin at 4pm, open to ages birth-8. Registration is required no later than the Monday before.
Adult Book Club
Round 1: Second Wednesday of every month 10am-12pm Round 2: Third Thursday of every month 6pm-7pm Young/New Adult Book Club First Tuesday of every month 6pm-7pm Teen Book Club First Thursday of every month 5:30pm-6:30pm |
Library Board
Meets every month on the second Thursday 5pm-6pm Open to the Public Click HERE to see the Monthly Agendas and Minutes |
The Library accepts donations of books (paperback, softcover and hardcover), Audiobooks, CDs and DVDs throughout the year.
The material to be donated must have: -New or like new condition -Little to no wear and tear -Be brought INSIDE the library during OPEN hours; not be left outside or put in dropbox. For larger drop-offs, please contact the library to schedule a drop-off time. |
Thank you to everyone who made our Spring Book Sale a success! We are no longer accepting donations for book sale. However, any books in new or like new condition with a publication/copyright date of 2019 or newer may be donated to add to the library catalog. Click HERE for more information |
Red Bud Public Library is a Geocaching Location in Red Bud
Geocaching is a GPS-enabled treasure hunt played in over 190 countries across the world. In this game, outdoor enthusiasts follow GPS coordinates to explore new locations and find caches hidden by fellow geo-explorers in public spaces. Geocaching started in early 2000 as a way of testing the accuracy of GPS receivers. Caches may contain any number of small items, or they may only contain a logbook for players to sign to mark their find. You must use stealth when caching so containers are not removed by non-cachers. Once you sign the log, the container is to be put back in the same spot.
Geocaching is a GPS-enabled treasure hunt played in over 190 countries across the world. In this game, outdoor enthusiasts follow GPS coordinates to explore new locations and find caches hidden by fellow geo-explorers in public spaces. Geocaching started in early 2000 as a way of testing the accuracy of GPS receivers. Caches may contain any number of small items, or they may only contain a logbook for players to sign to mark their find. You must use stealth when caching so containers are not removed by non-cachers. Once you sign the log, the container is to be put back in the same spot.