Memorial Day Closure

The Library will be closed Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day. Remember, our online resources are always available! 

Adult Summer Reading

Adult Summer Reading 2023

Summer reading 2023 May 30-July 31. Read books, win prizes

Summer Reading Challenges

Adult Summer Reading

How it works:

  1. Sign up using our Beanstack app.
  2. Log 1 book and attend 1 program to earn a Lincoln Library branded pint glass!

 Local Fiction Author Summer Reading Challenge

The Sangamon County area is fortunate to have a plethora of talented authors and the annual Local Author Fiction Challenge helps to bring exposure to their important works. Find local authors by searching "Springfield & Sangamon Valley Authors" in the library catalog.

How it works:

  1. Read a fiction book by a local author and enter the raffle for a $25 Downtown Springfield Gift Card to be awarded at the end of Summer Reading. Get your raffle tickets at the 3rd Floor Reader Services Desk.
  2. One raffle ticket per book, and each book logged will be a chance in the final drawing, which takes place Tuesday, August 1st.

 

    Upcoming Events

    Finding Your Voice: Art to Give Your Emotions Form 2023 Summer Art Show

    All Day 6/5 - 6/18
    Atrium
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Room: Atrium
    Age Group: All Ages
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program
    Event Details:
    See vibrant works by local artists displayed at Lincoln Library!  Art exhibits change every two weeks throughout Summer, and can be found on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor of Lincoln Library.  ...

    Movie Monday - DC League of Superpets (PG)

    2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Carnegie North
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Room: Carnegie North
    Age Group: All Ages
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Movie

    Movie

    Enjoy a movie with digital surround sound at the Lincoln Library.

    Event Details:
    Hey, kids, escape the heat! Come on in for our weekly Monday Movie Matinee! We'll bring the popcorn! DC League of Superpets (PG) Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime sid...

    Richard Landry and Snowball!

    2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Carnegie North & South
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Room: Carnegie North & South
    Age Group: All Ages
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Performance

    Performance

    Enjoy a free performance at the library.

    Event Details:
    Join us for a magical performance from Richard Landry, and of course, his assistant Snowball! ...

    Seventh Street Stroll

    5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Registration
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Age Group: Adults
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program
    Registration Required
    Seats Remaining: 8
    Event Details:
    Join City Historian Curtis Mann for a guided tour along Seventh Street from the library to Madison Street and back.  The tour will focus on the history of the street including buildings, businesses and events. ...

    Movie Monday - Lightyear (PG)

    2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Carnegie North
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Room: Carnegie North
    Age Group: All Ages
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Movie

    Movie

    Enjoy a movie with digital surround sound at the Lincoln Library.

    Event Details:
    Hey, kids, escape the heat! Come on in for our weekly Monday Movie Matinee! We'll bring the popcorn! Lightyear (PG) While spending years attempting to return home, marooned Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear encounters an army of ruthless robots comma...

    3D Print Project-Waveform Keychain

    6:00pm - 8:00pm
    Collaboratory
    Registration
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Room: Collaboratory
    Age Group: Adults
    Program Type: CoLab, Summer Reading Program, Workshop
    Registration Required
    Seats Remaining: 7
    Event Details:
    Have you ever wanted to hold a sound? Record a waveform, then make it real with a 3D printed keychain.  Ages 19+. Spots are limited and registration is required. All participants must sign a waiver for ongoing access to The Collaboratory. Thi...

    Finding Your Voice: Art to Give Your Emotions Form 2023 Summer Art Show

    All Day 6/20 - 7/3
    Atrium
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Room: Atrium
    Age Group: All Ages
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program
    Event Details:
    See vibrant works by local artists displayed at Lincoln Library!  Art exhibits change every two weeks throughout Summer, and can be found on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor of Lincoln Library.  ...

    Seventh Street Stroll

    5:30pm - 7:00pm
    Registration
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Age Group: Adults
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program
    Registration Required
    Seats Remaining: 16
    Event Details:
    Join City Historian Curtis Mann for a guided tour along Seventh Street from the library to Madison Street and back.  The tour will focus on the history of the street including buildings, businesses and events. ...

    Movie Monday - Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG)

    2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Carnegie North
    Library Branch: Lincoln Library
    Room: Carnegie North
    Age Group: All Ages
    Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Movie

    Movie

    Enjoy a movie with digital surround sound at the Lincoln Library.

    Event Details:
    Hey, kids, escape the heat! Come on in for our weekly Monday Movie Matinee! We'll bring the popcorn! Puss in Boots: the Last Wish (PG) When Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll and he has burned through eigh...