• Story Time with Ms. Celeste

    Thursdays in October: 10-11am

    For children of all ages. Storytimes will be every Thursday morning from 10-11 am. Join us for bubbles, music, crafts, games, snacks, and tons of amazing books! For more information or to register to attend, please call 309-523-3440 or stop by the library.

  • Wapsi River Environmental Education Center Presents: Insects!

    Thursday, Oct. 13: 4:30-5:30pm

    For all ages. Join the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center and RVDL as we learn about the creepy crawlies that can be found in your area! Learn about the parts of an insect, the benefits of insects, and even meet a couple of cockroaches! You beetle get over to the library to join in on this buzzz-worthy event! Registration is required. For more information or to register to attend, please call 309-523-3440, stop by the library or visit our Calendar of Events page.

  • RVDL @ Port Byron Oktoberfest

    Saturday, Oct. 15: 2-7:30pm

    For all ages. Come visit River Valley District Library during the town's Oktoberfest! Activities for all ages include:
    -Pumpkin Painting
    -Face Painting
    -Balloon Animals
    -Friends of RVDL Book Sale
    For more information, please call 309-523-3440.

  • Halloween Party & Trunk or Treat for Kids

    Thursday, Oct. 20: 4:30-6:15pm

    Kids of all ages are welcome to RVDL's spooktacular Halloween Party! Games, crafts, music/dancing inside, and Trunk or Treat outside. Come creep it real with us while having a howling good time! Let's get this party startled! Registration is required. For more information or to register to attend, please call 309-523-3440, stop by the library or visit our Calendar of Events page.

  • Lots of Virtual Resources Right Here!

    Explore our website for some fun things to do from home

    Looking for things to do while hanging out at home? Click around on our website for a variety of fun & educational things for the whole family! Watch movies and listen to music with Hoopla, check out books and audiobooks with Overdrive or eRead Illinois and visit our "Databases" page for tons more free, online resources like our BRAND NEW database, BookFlix! Also, check under the Children & Teen tabs at the top of the Home page for resources specifically geared toward these age groups. Enjoy!