About Us
The Woodstock Public Library is located in Woodstock Illinois. The library serves two population areas: the residents of the City of Woodstock and the residents of School District 200 who live outside of the Woodstock city boundaries.
Library Positions: Anyone interested in a position at the Library is invited to fill out an interest card at the City of Woodstock;
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Hours & Location
Library Hours
Mon-Thu 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed on Sundays until August 22, 2010
Please check the Calendar listing for holiday and staff training closing days.
Library Location
414 W. Judd St
Woodstock Illinois 60098
Telephone: 815-338-0542 Fax: 815-334-2296 Email: library@woodstockil.gov
Book Returns
The library has two book return facilities that can be used at anytime:
1) On the library building to the left of the main doors.
2) At the Wonder Lake State Bank, at 3316 Thompson Road, Wonder Lake. This book return is checked regularly and materials returned to the library.
Library Boards
We're unique! We have two library boards. The City of Woodstock Public Library Board has nine trustees appointed by the mayor while the Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board has seven elected trustees. The City of Woodstock board meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m.. The Rural Woodstock Public Library board meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
All meetings of the Library Board are open to the public. In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), they are fully accessible, and if any further accommodations are needed, please contact the Library Director 48 hours prior to the meeting.
City of Woodstock Public Library Board of Trustees
BOARD MEMBERS 2010
Term expires:
Mary Ann Lenzen, President 2010
Paul Lockwood, Vice President 2012
Lori Nerland, Secretary 2012
Salvatore Cucinella, Treasurer 2010
Jane Bolger 2011
Leslie Schubert 2010
Betty Hopp 2012
Daniel Lemanski 2011
Sherry Thurow 2011
All city board members reside within the city limits of Woodstock, 60098.
City Library Board Agenda
Woodstock Public Library
414 W. Judd St.
Woodstock, IL 60098
The Woodstock Public Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the library.
AGENDA
Roll Call
Minutes
• Regular June 2, 2010 Meeting
Public Comment on Non-agenda Items
Approval of Expenditures
• Review of the new ‘Warrant’ format
• Expenses: July and August 2010
Librarian's Report
New Business:
• Procedures for hiring library staff (Janelle Crowley)
o Overview of current procedures
o Discussion and recommendations for change
• Bill Caldwell (Margaret Marchi Gift)
o Discussion regarding the Margaret Marchi Gift
• Per Capita Grant (October 2010)
o Handout: ‘Synopsis’ of policies
o DRAFT Technology Plan
Old Business:
• Rural Board Contract
o Review of the proposed numbers from the RWPLD board.
• Roof/HVAC Update
o Update on the status of the AC and on the roof request for bids.
Adjournment
All meetings of the Library Board are open to the public. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), they are fully accessible, and if any further accommodations are needed, please contact the Library Director 48 hours prior to the meeting.
City Library Board Minutes
Minutes of the Library Board of Trustees are posted here after they are approved. They remain posted for the calendar year.
Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board of Trustees
BOARD MEMBERS
Term expires:
Barbara Pfannkuche, President 2015
Jan Vanderspool, Vice President 2015
Patricia Schuler, Secretary 2011
Diane Range Magnuson, Treasurer 2011
Stacy Iwanicki 2015
Katie Wagner Roberts 2011
Melissa Hurless 2011
Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board Agenda
The August 4, 2010 board meeting has been cancelled.
The Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board of Trustees will meet next on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the library.
All meetings of the Library Board are open to the public. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), they are fully accessible, and if any further accommodations are needed, please contact the Library Director 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board Minutes
Minutes are posted after they have been approved by the Board. They remain posted for the calendar year.
For more information about the Rural Woodstock Library District (will open in new window)
Library Closings
The library is closed for:
- New Year's Day
- Easter Sunday
- Mother's Day
- Fair Diddley (Third Sunday in May)
- Memorial Day (Sunday and Monday)
- Father's Day
- Independence Day Weekend (July 4th and 5th 2009)
- Labor Day (Sunday and Monday)
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- Sunday, December 27, 2009
- The library closes at 5:00 p.m. on New Year's Eve.
- Sunday, January 3, 2010
The library is also closed periodically for staff service workshops. These dates/times will be announced posted in the library and on our website when they occur.
Snow Closings
The library makes every effort to stay open on snowy days, even when District 200 has declared a snow day. However, if the weather and road conditions are deemed unsafe, the library may close early, or open late. These closings will be posted on the front page of this library's website.
Library Policies
Library policies to be aware of while using the library.
Community Meeting Room Use
See the attached PDF for the Library's Meeting Room Policy. Additional information can be found in the "How Do I...Use the Meeting Rooms" section
Computer/Internet Use
Please refer to the following attachments for the library's Computer and Internet Use policies.
Donations
Used book donations are welcome and will be placed in the Friends of Woodstock Public Library's Used Book Sale Room. Books must be in good condition and suitable for reselling. Please do not donate: magazines, puzzles, games, Reader's Digest Condensed Books, textbooks, or encyclopedias.
Bequests & Endowments
Please contact the Library Director regarding monetary gifts, bequests or endowments for the Library.
Guidelines & Requirements for Checking Out Materials
Rules of Woodstock Public Library
1. Each person wishing to take out materials must have registered with the library and must present his or her own card.
2. Library cards are non-transferable.
3. Library cards are valid only for the address cited when the card is issued. Patrons must notify the library of change of address.
4. All residents of the City of Woodstock (5 years old or older) are entitled to free library cards.
5. Rural Woodstock Public Library District residents are entitled to free Rural Basic Cards, that are restricted. District residents can opt to pay $47 per year per family to obtain full service cards that provide all services available to city residents.
6. Non-residents pay $150 per family per year. Each member of the family may have his or her own card.
7. Reciprocal privileges are extended to persons holding valid cards from other tax supported public libraries in Illinois. Some restrictions apply.
Loan Periods, Material Limits, and Overdue Fines
1. Books, CDs, and books on cassette or CD may be checked out for 21 days and renewed twice with these exceptions:
- New books may be renewed once if there are no holds on the item
- Items with holds (other people waiting for the item) are not renewable
- Some materials borrowed on interlibrary loan (depends on lending library) are not renewable
2. Videos and DVDs may be checked out for 7 days and renewed only once except items with holds and some interlibrary loan items. There is a limit of 5 DVDs per person.
3. Back issues of newspapers and magazines may be checked out for 21 days. Current issues must be used in the library.
4. Overdue fines are 10 cents per day per item. Material is overdue until returned, renewed, or paid for. First overdue notices are sent when materials are 7 days overdue. Additional information regarding overdue or lost materials is available here.
5. Nothing will be checked out to a person whose borrower's card has 5 overdue items or fines of $5 or more.
6. Failure to pay fines and return or pay for items may result in suspension of library privileges for the entire family. Failure to return items is a Class A misdemeanor according to the Illinois Criminal Code, Chapter 38, Article 6B. The Library does use a Collection Agency to retrieve materials.
7. Vacation loans: Persons who will be out of town may check out materials for six weeks but they are not renewable. New books may not be checked out on vacation loans.
8. Library projectors may be rented for use outside the library only by adult resident borrowers using a current card and paying the rental fee. A reciprocal adult borrower may check out projectors for meeting room use only by using a current card and paying the rental fee. Rental fees are charged if the projector has lamps that burn out and must be replaced.
9. All residents and rural residents paying the User Fee are limited to a maximum of
- 50 items checked out at any one time
- 20 items on hold
- 20 items on interlibrary loan
- 5 DVDs
- 10 CDs
- 10 Books on cassette
- 3 Activity Backpacks per family
10. Rural residents with Basic Cards are limited to
- 3 items checked out at any one time including the following limits:
- 20 items on hold (Woodstock materials only)
- No items borrowed via interlibrary loan
11. Reciprocal borrowers have the same limits throughout the system
- 50 items checked out
- 20 items on hold
- No items on interlibrary loan
- 10 videos
- 10 CDs
- 10 Books on cassette
Revised June, 2009
Patron Conduct and Library Usage Policy
The Woodstock Public Library is dedicated to providing access to knowledge and information through reading, writing, and quiet contemplation, providing patrons the right to use materials and services without being disturbed or impeded, and providing patrons and employees a secure and comfortable environment. The Public Library Act provides the Board of Library Trustees with the general power to carry out the spirit and intent of the Act in establishing and maintaining the library and providing library services and the specific power to “exclude from the use of the library any person who willfully violates an ordinance or regulation prescribed.”
The Board of Library Trustees of the Woodstock Public Library establishes its conduct policy as follows:
1. A patron who engages in any activity which is illegal or which materially disrupts the use of library facilities, collections, or services by patrons or materially disrupts the ability of the staff to perform its duties shall cease such activity immediately upon request by library personnel.
2. If, following a request, the patron fails or refuses to comply or responds to the request in an abusive fashion, he or she will be required to leave the library premises immediately for the balance of that calendar day. If he or she fails to leave, the police will be summoned
3. In instances involving minors, identification will be requested and the incident may be reported to the parent or guardian. The Library Director has the discretion to require a parent or guardian to accompany the child in the library for an agreed upon period of time.
4. Library personnel will record instances in which patrons are required to leave the library by filing an Incident Form. The Library Director shall have the discretion to bar the patron from use of the library premises.
5. In the event a patron barred from the use of the library attempts entry to the library during any such period of exclusion, the police will be summoned and informed of the prior action.
6. In the event the individual challenges the decision of the Library Director, he or she may appeal in writing to the Board of Trustees. In lieu of a specific period of exclusion, an individual must make a written request to the Board of Trustees for reinstatement.
August 2002
Unattended Children
Unattended Children Policy
Parents are responsible for the behavior of their children while they are in the library. The Woodstock Public Library staff is committed to help children with activities related to the library. Library staff cannot be, nor is it their responsibility, to serve as baby-sitters or disciplinarians. Violations of this policy are grounds for suspension of library privileges. Whenever advisable, the library will notify the parent of incidents involving an unattended child.
• Children age seven and younger must be accompanied and directly supervised at all times by a parent or responsible caregiver. The minimum age for a caregiver is at least 14.
• Children between the ages of eight and ten must have a parent or responsible caregiver of at lest14 years of age present in the building so that they are available to supervise and remain attentive to the child.
• Children over the age of 10 may use the library unattended by an adult, subject to other library rules and policies concerning behavior, conduct, and demeanor.
When the safety of an unattended child is in doubt, or the parent or responsible caregiver cannot be located, or if the library is closing, library staff is authorized to call the police and stay with the child until the police arrive.
In the event a child 13 years old or younger has not been picked up at the time the library is closing, library staff will attempt to contact the child’s parent or guardian. If 15 minutes after the library closes the parent/guardian has not come to pick up the child, the police will be notified.
Amended November 2009
Rural Woodstock Public Library District
The Rural Woodstock Public Library District serves residents who live outside the Woodstock City limits, but within the Woodstock Community School District 200 boundaries. http://www.ruralwoodstocklibrary.com (will open in new window)
What is the relationship between the City of Woodstock Public Library and the Rural Woodstock Public Library District?
The City of Woodstock Public Library is governed by the City of Woodstock Library Board which oversees the library’s budget and policies due to tax support from citizens within the City limits. The Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board has two main functions: (1) to negotiate a contract for library services and (2) to serve as an advisory board to the City of Woodstock Library Board.
The Rural Woodstock Public Library District Board of Trustees meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. There are seven members who are elected for six-year terms. Trustees must reside within the borders of the Rural District. The meetings are held in the Board Room of the Library and are open to the public.
Library Cards for Rural Woodstock Public Library Residents
1) A rural basic service library card is available for District residents that includes restricted library services at no charge. These services include checking out a total of three (3) items per person at any one time and accessing the Internet on library computers. Basic cards also give patrons the ability to place holds on Woodstock Public Library materials only, and search research databases that require a library card for access. Any rural resident 5 years of age or older may have his or her own library card.
2) A rural full service library card is available by paying a user fee of $47 per household per year. Additional services that are available with this fee include increasing the borrowing limit to 50 items, the same limit enjoyed by City residents, the ability to place holds on library materials owned by other nearby libraries, and request for inter-library loans from any library in the U.S. Only full-user cardholders may use their Woodstock library card at other Illinois libraries.
Scholarships For Rural District Residents
Scholarships are available at the Woodstock Public Library for residents of the Rural Woodstock Public Library District whose income would qualify them for either free or reduced price meals with the school district. These scholarships are used to pay for part of the $47 per household per year user fee required for rural residents to obtain full-service library cards.
Households eligible for free meals through School District 200 receive a scholarship to pay for all but $5.00 of the $47 fee. Scholarships are available for all households meeting these requirements even if they do not have children in School District 200. The household income level to qualify varies based upon household size. Residents who think they may qualify can find out details by calling the Library (815) 338-0542 or by visiting at 414 W. Judd Street, Woodstock.
Wonder Lake Book Return
Wonder Lake residents can return Woodstock Public Library books at the Thompson Road branch of the Wonder Lake State Bank, at 3316 Thompson Road, Wonder Lake.
Additional Information for Rural Woodstock Public Library District Citizens The “brick and mortar” costs of the library, as well as operational costs, are paid entirely by the City residents through taxes. The contract negotiated between the City and Rural Boards covers library services only. The Rural District currently holds no equity in the building, furnishings, or collections of the Woodstock Public Library.
Services Available
Meeting Rooms Voter's Registration
ESL Tutoring Talking Book Program
Your Library Card
Your Woodstock Public Library card provides access to books, DVDs, and many other items. Your card also allows you to download movies, audiobooks and use the library's online databases for research . Click here to learn how to get a library card.
Computers
- 36 public internet stations throughout the building (22 in Reference; 6 in Children's; 4 in Young Adult; 4 in Local History) . Most Reference Area internet stations include Microsoft Office 2007.
- 3 Educational Activity stations in the Children's Room
- 3 Homework Stations in Children's Room with Microsoft Office 2007
- Up to 3 hours of access per day for library customers (depending on demand)
- USB ports & floppy drives available for downloading & uploading
- Media Card readers are available at the Reference Desk
Logging On:
Logon to the Internet stations with your library card number. When logging on for the first time cardholders should enter a password or PIN when prompted on the login screen. Non-cardholders can logon using a guest number, obtainable at the Reference Desk.
Children (13 and under) need to have a parent present to fill out an Internet Agreement form in order to access the internet the first time.
Printing
Cost is 10 cents for B&W; 50 cents for color. Please add money to your Printing Account at the Reference or Children's Staff Desks prior to printing
Everyone who uses a library computer must follow our policy regarding computer and Internet use.
ESL Tutoring
Volunteers needed - take on a rewarding challenge and help the community by becoming a volunteer tutor with the Woodstock Public Library’s English as a Second Language Program. This program assists adults who want to learn English. Tutors receive special training and don’t need teaching experience or fluency in another language besides English. After training, tutors are assigned to work one-on-one for two hours a week with a student at the library. Persons interested in becoming a tutor should call Julie Fee or Andrea Vernola at the library at 815-338-0542.
Meeting Rooms
The library has two meeting rooms available for community meetings. Additional information is available in the "How Do I" section of the website.
Photocopiers
There are two public photocopiers: a color copier and a B&W copier. Copies are 10 cents for B&W copies; 50 cents for color copies. The color copier also does double-sided copies.
Programs and Events
See our calendar for details; and Upcoming Programs for a complete PDF listing of library activities.
Public Fax Service
Faxes can be sent at the Reference Desk, please ask the Reference Librarian for assistance. The cost is one dollar per page.
Talking Books for the Blind & Physically Handicapped
Talking Book and Braille Service provides audiobooks and Braille texts to residents who are blind, visually handicapped, or have other physical limitations or a reading disability. (Application Form)
Tax Forms
The library has federal and state tax forms available, free of charge, in the Reference Area. If the tax form you need is not available on the Tax Forms display, check to see if the Reference Librarian can print a copy from the IRS website or the Illinois Department of Revenue website (cost 10 cents a page). Federal tax forms usually begin arriving at the end of December, Illinois state forms usually are available towards the end of January.
Reference Desk
The librarians at the Reference Desk are here to help you find whatever you are looking for whether it is a book, poem, information for a report, or help with the internet. Please ask us--we are here to help you.
Voter's Registration
Register to vote for all local, general and primary elections at the Library. Please bring two forms of valid identification. An individual may register to vote in Illinois if he/she is 18 years or older on the next election day, resides in the jurisdiction for 30 days prior to the election, and is a U.S. citizen. Registrations can not be taken during the 30 days prior to an election.
To register to vote by mail refer to the Illinois Voter Registration Application online. Additional information is available at the Illinois State Board of Elections website.
Friends of Woodstock Public Library
The Friends of Woodstock Public Library were formed in April 1983 to support the library through fundraising, special programs, and volunteering. In their 25 years, Friends have donated over $150,000 in gifts, supported two successful building referenda in 1985 and 1999, sponsored many special programs and baked cookies for the annual Ice Cream Social.
Spotlight on Friend’s Gifts
The Friends have presented the library with generous gifts for such things as the new monitor at the Front Desk that is used to promote upcoming programs and services, photocopiers, a wheelchair for patrons, a CD/DVD buffer and the Modern Scholar lectures on CD. The Friends have paid for most of the Activity Kit backpacks in the Children’s area and have purchased the entire collection of PlayAway audio books on MP3 players.
The Friends pay for the maintenance of the library's 390-gallon salt water aquarium The most recent purchases were the Wii and PlayStation2 gaming consoles and games. These were introduced during the 25th Anniversary Open House in April, and are used regularly during after school programs. Teen gaming in public libraries is a hot topic—thanks to Friends we can be part of the scene.
Friends Events in 2010
March- MiniLinks in the Library
June - Shelf Reading Parties
July - Ice Cream Social on the Square
September - Mum's the Word: Mum & other plants for sale at the library
October - Shelf Reading Parties
To Join The Friends
Please fill out an application at the Front Desk of the Library.