Institutional Member Spotlight - Bourbonnais Public Library District
November 3, 2025
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Our latest Institutional Member Spotlight is on the Bourbonnais Public Library District, located in Bourbonnais, Illinois.
The Library's History
The Bourbonnais Public Library District began 40 years ago with the vision of a small group of dedicated individuals who felt strongly that the people of their community deserved library services. From modest beginnings in leased space, the library has grown into what you see today.
Mission Statement
Connecting our community with resources to grow, learn, and discover.
Patrons Served Annually
We had 88,902 visits in 2024 with over 120,000 items circulated.
Departments
Circulation, Adult Services, Teen Services, Youth Services, Marketing, Administrative, and Maintenance.
Longest-Serving Staff Member at the Library
Our technical services assistant has worked with BPL for over 29 years; almost every item in the library has been processed by them.
Newest Staff Member
We just welcomed an evening circulation assistant who is a public school teacher by day, and has “always dreamed of working at a library.”
Why did the library become an ILA Institutional Member?
We became an organizational member to support ILA and engage with other libraries and library professionals.
The best thing about being an ILA Institutional Member?
The best thing about being an ILA Institutional member is staying connected with library trends and issues, continuing education opportunities, and getting support from ILA committee members when challenges arise.
Fun Fact About the Library
We have a rescued rabbit who is now retired, but spent many years in our children’s area delighting patrons of all ages.
Popular Events/Programs with Patrons
Pokemon Meet-Up, Winter Reading Challenge, Barbie Club, Teen Library Club, Paint at Your Pace, Yoga, and themed bingo and trivia programs for all ages.
Favorite Events
Pit Bull Playtime, custom Summer Reading Challenges, Out and About Bourbonnais Recreation Challenges, Make Your Own Comic Strip Workshop, and our annual Clothing Swap.
iREAD Summer Reading Programs
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