The winter reading is running until February 3, 2012. We are trying something new for this reading program...we will be tracking "reading minutes" instead of number of books. Qualifying minutes must be read from books checked out from the Tolono Public Library. Reading rewards will be penguin-themed items. Visit the library and view the prizes which are currently on display in the front lobby. The more minutes you read...the cooler the penguin prize!
Beginning on Friday, February 10th, 2012, free tax assistance will be available at the Tolono Public Library. Assistance is available to taxpayers with middle and low income, with special attention to those ages 60 and older. Volunteers have been trained through the AARP Tax-Aide program in cooperation with the IRS and will provide this confidential tax preparation service at no charge. Assistance is by appointment only and will take place in the library. This service will continue through April 13th. The volunteer will be here every Friday through the end of tax season; if he has appointments scheduled. Persons interested in receiving free tax assistance should call the library at 217-485-5558 to schedule an appointment. Please bring last year’s income tax forms and all supporting documentation. The volunteers will not complete business or farm returns.
The TPL also has some Tax forms and booklets available. If you need additional forms you may sign on to one of the public use computers and print forms as needed (15 cents a sheet). For Federal forms please visit http://www.irs.gov/ and for Illinois state forms visit http://www.revenue.state.il.us/.
Note to patrons: Due to the new CU Catalog system, Tolono items returned to Champaign or Urbana cannot be checked in and off your record until they reach Tolono Library. This may result in accrued fines on your account. Please drop your Tolono material either at the Tolono Public Library or one of our drop box locations.
New online resources...
Update...
Music database--We apologize for the delay with this database. We have been informed by the distributing company there are still a few "technical issues" with the mobile app. This is a brand new product being offered to libraries, so they want to ensure full functionality of the product when it launches. We hope to offer it to our patrons sometime this month! Tolono Public Library patrons will have free access to Rdio (pronounced ar-dee-o). With Rdio's mobile apps, music on your computer and mobile phone is finally connected without needing a cable. Collections and playlists are instantly updated and you can sync music and listen, even when you're offline. Find it on our website soon!
Tot Spot Ages 0-7
Tween Space Ages 8-12
Teen Scene
Ages 13-18
Meet our Library Patron of the Month...
January is Dianne Hoffman--Dianne is an avid reader and currently serves on the Tolono Public Library District Board as the Treasurer.
Each month the TPL will have a new patron of the month...check it out!
Why did you decide to run for a board position at TPL?
"Because I love the library and I felt that by doing so, I can contribute to the success of the library."
How long have you been a TPL card holder?
"Since 1991."
We are looking for people interested in joining our Friends of the Tolono Public Library group. Our Friends organize fund-raisers throughout the year, such as our Annual Fun Day book sale, which provides assistance with services and materials for the library. By donating a small amount of your time; you can make a big difference for your library. Please contact Tricia at 485-5558 or by email at talthaus@tolonolibrary.org to find out more.
Looking for ways to support the Tolono Library? Purchase an item off of our "Wish List" and help the library build its collection of materials. If you would like, we can place an "in memory of" or "dedication" plaque on the item. >
SUGGESTIONS
Tolono Public Library. Assistance is available to taxpayers with middle and low income, with special attention to those ages 60 and older. Volunteers have been trained through the AARP Tax-Aide program in cooperation with the IRS and will provide this confidential tax preparation service at no charge. Assistance is by appointment only and will take place in the library. This service will continue through April 13th. The volunteer will be here every Friday through the end of tax season; if he has appointments scheduled. Persons interested in receiving free tax assistance should call the library at 217-485-5558 to schedule an appointment. Please bring last year’s income tax forms and all supporting documentation. The volunteers will not complete business or farm returns.
