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Located in Chatham, Illinois

Reading Recommendations

Book Match

Tell us what you like to read and the Chatham staff send you our recommendations in about a week. You can then choose for yourself which books you would like to place on hold.

eBooks and more

From newspapers to movies to e-books, our Digital Collection has a wide range of content that can be checked out from the comfort of your home at any time with your library card. 

New & Coming Soon

Check out the New & Coming Soon page to find items that have recently arrived, recently been ordered, and new items in various categories sorted by age group. 

Staff Picks

Find our staff-created book lists for children, teens, and adults all in one place. 

Book Club in a Bag

Choose a title and receive 8 copies and a discussion guide, all in a bag for easy transport.

Book Lists for Children

Find reading recommendations for children based on milestone or grade level and view popular award winners and nominees.  

Book Lists for Teens

Find reading recommendations for teens in a variety of genres or topics that were specially created by our teen librarians.

Book Lists for Adults

Find reading recommendations for adults, including mystery, patron favorites, and more, curated by our librarians.

Library Reading Programs

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

This self-paced, ongoing program encourages caregivers to read to their children on a regular basis from an early age. It is open to any child from birth to five years old who has not started kindergarten.

Book Clubs

From mystery to fantasy to award-winning novels, our Book Clubs invite readers to discover and discuss books alongside their peers.  

Summer Reading Program

Encourages readers of all ages to explore books, participate in fun activities, and earn rewards for their reading achievements. It’s a great way to stay engaged, build literacy skills, and enjoy a summer full of learning and discovery!