The Urbana Free Library

05/13/2026

Thank you to those who have already donated books to the Friends of the Library! Due to the overwhelming response, please limit your book donations to three boxes or fewer. Visit our website for donation guidelines: urbanafreelibrary.org/about-us/friends

The Friends Book Sale returns this summer, June 11 - 14!

05/12/2026

Have you heard the big news? 👀☀️ Our all-ages Summer Reading program is finally here! Start tracking your reading NOW until July 31 to win prizes! Ebooks, audiobooks, and graphic novels all count!

Sign up for Summer Reading and learn more here 👉 urbanafreelibrary.org/reading-programs/summer-reading26

Join us for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party this Saturday, May 16 at 2:00 pm!

05/11/2026

This week at the Library... ☀️🍿

Monday, May 11
• Project READ - Drop-In Tutoring for Adults | 10:00 am | For adults
• Senior Movies & Sharing | 1:00 pm | For adults

Tuesday, May 12
• Books and Bounces! | 10:15 am | For children
• Paving Pathways: Infant Playgroup | 10:45 am | For children
• Stitching Circle | 5:00 pm | For adults
• The Urbana Free Library Board Meeting | 7:00 pm | For adults

Thursday, May 14
• Crafty Tales | 10:15 am | For children

Saturday, May 16
• Plant a Seed Read: Summer Reading Kickoff! | 2:00 pm | For all ages

Check out the full event calendar: https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/events?r=thismonth&d=2026-05-11&v=grid

05/08/2026

It's almost time! You can register NOW for Summer Reading before you start tracking your reading May 11 - July 31! ☀️

Learn more! 👉 https://urbanafreelibrary.org/reading-programs/summer-reading26

05/07/2026

The Friends of the Library have resumed book donations! Visit our website for donation guidelines: https://urbanafreelibrary.org/about-us/friends/book-donation-guidelines

The Friends Book Sale returns this summer, June 11 - 14! ☀️📚

05/06/2026

The Champaign County Historical Archives partnered with the Lincoln Legacy Committee of Champaign County on the exhibit to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the courthouse’s 1901 dedication. The exhibit includes materials from the Archives' collections, explores some history of the courthouse, notable individuals involved in its history (including Abe Lincoln), and connects the courthouse to the present as a longstanding hub for civic activity. The exhibit is set to stay up through this summer!

Check it out today at the Champaign County Courthouse!

05/06/2026

05/05/2026

05/05/2026

There are all-new book displays up for you to browse and get a head start on Summer Reading at the Library! 📚 Check out all kinds of themes for this month, like Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Mother's Day, Mental Health Awareness Month, and more!

Register for our Summer Reading Program now before you start tracking your reading May 11 - July 31!

Learn more about Summer Reading: https://urbanafreelibrary.org/reading-programs/summer-reading26

05/04/2026

April events were absolutely magical! ✨ We hope you'll join us for all the exciting programs to come this summer! ☀️

Photo 1: Fine Arts Showcase with Urbana's Elementary Schools
Photo 2: Crafty Tales!
Photo 3: Red Herring Writers - A Boneyard Arts Event
Photos 4 - 8: Library Staff at the 18th Annual Fairy Tale Ball
Photo 9: Concert for Kids

Check out our full event calendar at https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/events?d=2026-05-01&v=grid&r=range

05/04/2026

This week at the Library... 💫✂️🍿

Monday, May 4
• Project READ - Drop-In Tutoring for Adults | 10:00 am | For adults
• Star Wars: May the Fourth Be With You! | 3:00 pm | For all ages
• Make Your Own Miniature Zen Garden | 5:30 pm | For all ages

Tuesday, May 5
• Books and Bounces! | 10:15 am | For children
• Paving Pathways: Infant Playgroup | 10:45 am | For children
• Craft Happy Hour: Design Your Own Tarot Card! | 6:00 pm | For adults

Thursday, May 7
• Crafty Tales | 10:15 am | For children
• Conversation Café @ Health and Wellness Center | 5:30 pm | For all ages

Friday, May 8
• Teen Movie Friday | 3:45 pm | For teens

Saturday, May 9
• Cemetery Preservation Workshop Morning Session (Registration) | 10:00 am | For adults
• Conversation Café | 11:00 am | For all ages
• Cemetery Preservation Workshop Afternoon Session (Registration Full) | 2:00 pm | For adults
• Art Lab: Leaf Stamping! | 2:30 pm | For all ages

Sunday, May 10
• UFLive! presents Parkland Guitar Ensemble | 2:00 pm | For all ages

Teen Open Lab is held every Tuesday - Thursday at 3:00 pm!

Check out our full event calendar at https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/events?d=2026-05-01&v=grid&r=range