Curbside Pickup Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Friday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Step 1: Place Your Requests
Browse the Library’s collections from our website or mobile app and place your requests through our website, mobile app, or by calling the Library at 217-367-4057, option 1. Wait for notification that the items are ready for pickup.
Step 2: Make Your Curbside Pickup Appointment
After you receive your hold notice, schedule a time for Curbside Pickup. Pickup appointments may be scheduled up to 72 hours in advance. There are two ways to make a Curbside Pickup appointment:
- Submit the online form
- Call: 217-367-4057, option 1.
Step 3: Let Us Know You Have Arrived
Park in a “Curbside Pickup” space and let us know you’ve arrived by calling 217-367-4057, option 1. Our Curbside Pickup parking spaces are on the east side of the parking lot, by Cherry Alley and the tortoise-and-hare statue.
If you are walking, call us from the tortoise-and-hare statue.
Step 4: Pick Up Your Items
Present your photo ID or library card and we’ll give you your materials. If you’d like your materials placed somewhere specific such as the back seat or trunk, let us know in the notes field.
Your account must be current and in good standing to utilize Curbside Pickup.
We will not be accepting payments or donations as a part of our Curbside Pickup service. Any necessary payments can be made online or over the phone prior to arriving for Curbside Pickup. Thank you in advance for your understanding!