What do Diamonds Family Restaurant, Krekel's Forsyth, Illini Supply, DahlHouse Real Estate, Horve Builders and Garner & Hoadley Autobody have in common? These amazing local businesses routinely step up to help support their community, and Forsyth Public Library is absolutely thrilled to have them as sponsors for our 2026 Summer Reading Program. Please help us show our appreciation by supporting their businesses whenever you can.
If your family or business is interested in being a Summer Reading sponsor, it's not too late! Full info is available here: https://5il.co/3tkti. Our Summer Reading program kicks off in May and the fun lasts all summer long. During that time, hundreds of kids, teens and adults will take part by recording their reading time to earn prizes, attending programs and classes, and joining in our celebration. We have BIG plans for expanding our Summer Reading program and we appreciate the community support to make that happen.
If your family or business is interested in being a Summer Reading sponsor, it's not too late! Full info is available here: https://5il.co/3tkti. Our Summer Reading program kicks off in May and the fun lasts all summer long. During that time, hundreds of kids, teens and adults will take part by recording their reading time to earn prizes, attending programs and classes, and joining in our celebration. We have BIG plans for expanding our Summer Reading program and we appreciate the community support to make that happen.
See what's happening this week at FPL!
While it may be freezing outside, our staff here at Forsyth Public Library are already thinking about summer! Our Summer Reading program kicks off in May and the fun lasts all summer long. During that time, hundreds of kids, teens and adults will take part by recording their reading time to earn prizes, attending programs and classes, and joining in our celebration.
Our 2026 Summer Reading theme is “Plant a Seed... Read!” and we need your help to do just that! We have BIG plans for expanding our Summer Reading program and we are looking for local businesses and individuals/families who would be interested in showing their support of FPL by becoming a Summer Reading sponsor.
Summer Reading Sponsors will receive:
- Recognition in the Village of Forsyth & Forsyth Public Library monthly newsletter, The Village Vision, which is seen by 1,650+ households in the community as well as shared on both websites
- Social Media Shout Outs on the Village of Forsyth and Forsyth Public Library’s Facebook pages acknowledging your support to our 8,500+ followers
- Your name and/or logo on our Sponsors banner displayed at FPL all summer long
Levels of Sponsorship include:
$500 - Program Sponsors: Each week, families gather on Tuesday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. for our weekly program. Anticipated programs include Mad Science’s Fire & Ice Show, Wild Time Exotics, Macon County Conservation’s STARLab and many others. Your support helps us bring in these outside presenters and make Tuesdays the highlight of the week!
$250 - Weekly Class Sponsors: All throughout the summers, our schedule is FULL of informative and engaging classes that kids, teens and adults can participate in. Tentative options include everything from teen-friendly cooking classes like “Will it Waffle?” and experiment-focused STEM classes for kids to gardening and craft classes for adults. There’s always something happening at FPL and your support makes these classes possible.
$100 - Community Garden Sponsors: Officially launched in 2025, the Forsyth Community Garden is back for its second season. Your generosity helps us grow and maintain the garden with all produce being shared right back into our community through the Sharing Table in the library.
$50 - Foodie Friday Taste Tests: Each Friday, we invite library patrons to broaden their horizons by taste testing a fun new food. In the past, we’ve tasted everything from unique flavors of fan-favorite Oreos to international candies and everything in between.
To find a printable PDF version of the attached forms, please visit: https://5il.co/3tkti
We appreciate your support! If you have questions about sponsorships, don’t hesitate to reach out to Library Director, Melanie Weigel at 217-877-8174 or mweigel@forsyth-il.gov.
Our 2026 Summer Reading theme is “Plant a Seed... Read!” and we need your help to do just that! We have BIG plans for expanding our Summer Reading program and we are looking for local businesses and individuals/families who would be interested in showing their support of FPL by becoming a Summer Reading sponsor.
Summer Reading Sponsors will receive:
- Recognition in the Village of Forsyth & Forsyth Public Library monthly newsletter, The Village Vision, which is seen by 1,650+ households in the community as well as shared on both websites
- Social Media Shout Outs on the Village of Forsyth and Forsyth Public Library’s Facebook pages acknowledging your support to our 8,500+ followers
- Your name and/or logo on our Sponsors banner displayed at FPL all summer long
Levels of Sponsorship include:
$500 - Program Sponsors: Each week, families gather on Tuesday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. for our weekly program. Anticipated programs include Mad Science’s Fire & Ice Show, Wild Time Exotics, Macon County Conservation’s STARLab and many others. Your support helps us bring in these outside presenters and make Tuesdays the highlight of the week!
$250 - Weekly Class Sponsors: All throughout the summers, our schedule is FULL of informative and engaging classes that kids, teens and adults can participate in. Tentative options include everything from teen-friendly cooking classes like “Will it Waffle?” and experiment-focused STEM classes for kids to gardening and craft classes for adults. There’s always something happening at FPL and your support makes these classes possible.
$100 - Community Garden Sponsors: Officially launched in 2025, the Forsyth Community Garden is back for its second season. Your generosity helps us grow and maintain the garden with all produce being shared right back into our community through the Sharing Table in the library.
$50 - Foodie Friday Taste Tests: Each Friday, we invite library patrons to broaden their horizons by taste testing a fun new food. In the past, we’ve tasted everything from unique flavors of fan-favorite Oreos to international candies and everything in between.
To find a printable PDF version of the attached forms, please visit: https://5il.co/3tkti
We appreciate your support! If you have questions about sponsorships, don’t hesitate to reach out to Library Director, Melanie Weigel at 217-877-8174 or mweigel@forsyth-il.gov.
Evening Story Time with Miss Vanessa
Tuesday, February 3 - 5:45 p.m.
Ages 2 to 5, siblings welcome
February is Black History Month and February 4 is Rosa Parks Day!
Tuesday, February 3 - 5:45 p.m.
Ages 2 to 5, siblings welcome
February is Black History Month and February 4 is Rosa Parks Day!
Valentine Mailbox Drop-in
Thursday, February 5 - 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
or while supplies last
Make yourself an adorable Valentine Mailbox to hold all the sweet cards you’ll receive from friends and loved ones. No registration, no age limit! Just stop in.
Thursday, February 5 - 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
or while supplies last
Make yourself an adorable Valentine Mailbox to hold all the sweet cards you’ll receive from friends and loved ones. No registration, no age limit! Just stop in.
Due to a water main break, the library is CLOSED today, Thursday, January 29
Valentines for Vets
Beginning Monday, February 2 through Saturday, February 7
during regular library hours
Show some love to our veterans this Valentine’s Day! Stop by during regular library hours for Forsyth Public Library's annual Valentines for Vets event. All ages are welcome to create a loveable valentine - or two - using the many supplies provided. Drop your finished product into the collection box located at the front counter and we'll send them off by Tuesday, February 11 so that our deserving Vets receive them in time.
The library will mail all of our patron's great works to VA Illiana Health Care System in Danville, Illinois.
Beginning Monday, February 2 through Saturday, February 7
during regular library hours
Show some love to our veterans this Valentine’s Day! Stop by during regular library hours for Forsyth Public Library's annual Valentines for Vets event. All ages are welcome to create a loveable valentine - or two - using the many supplies provided. Drop your finished product into the collection box located at the front counter and we'll send them off by Tuesday, February 11 so that our deserving Vets receive them in time.
The library will mail all of our patron's great works to VA Illiana Health Care System in Danville, Illinois.
Story Time with Miss Vanessa
Friday, January 30 - 10:00 a.m.
Ages 2 to 5, siblings welcome
It's going to be a dino-mite Story Time! You can draw your own dinosaur!
It's a little warmer today so why not come into the library to take home some favorite reads & donate a little at the same time!
FPL Book Sale
Monday, January 26 through Saturday, January 31
during regular library hours, while supplies last
Beginning Monday, January 26, come in and browse through withdrawn and donated books and DVDs. All items are available for a donation of your choice during regular library hours. Additional withdrawn materials will be made available each day of the sale so check back often!
FPL Book Sale
Monday, January 26 through Saturday, January 31
during regular library hours, while supplies last
Beginning Monday, January 26, come in and browse through withdrawn and donated books and DVDs. All items are available for a donation of your choice during regular library hours. Additional withdrawn materials will be made available each day of the sale so check back often!
Artificial Winter Terrarium Program
Saturday, January 31 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
All Ages Welcome!
No Registration Required
Make a little artificial terrarium to bring some winter whimsey into your home or office.
No registration necessary; Available while supplies last.
Saturday, January 31 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
All Ages Welcome!
No Registration Required
Make a little artificial terrarium to bring some winter whimsey into your home or office.
No registration necessary; Available while supplies last.
Here's what we have going on this week:
We now have 10 Roku Streaming Sticks offering 14 channels! Check one out today!
FPL Toy Swap Has Been Rescheduled!
Saturday, January 31
Ticket Holders shop from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Remaining toys will be made available to the public at 11:30 a.m.
Due to the dropping winter temperatures and possible snow, we have rescheduled the FPL Toy Swap Event. We will continue to take donations until Thursday, January 29 with a maximum of 10 toys per family. You will receive one ticket per toy up to 10 tickets. Toy Swap ticket holders, bring your tickets to the library on Saturday, January 31 between 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. to shop for new-to-you toys. The swap is a "toy for a toy", regardless of the original cost. Remaining toys will be made available to the public at 11:30.
The library will be open on Saturday, January 24 should you need to stop in. Be safe and stay warm!
Saturday, January 31
Ticket Holders shop from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Remaining toys will be made available to the public at 11:30 a.m.
Due to the dropping winter temperatures and possible snow, we have rescheduled the FPL Toy Swap Event. We will continue to take donations until Thursday, January 29 with a maximum of 10 toys per family. You will receive one ticket per toy up to 10 tickets. Toy Swap ticket holders, bring your tickets to the library on Saturday, January 31 between 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. to shop for new-to-you toys. The swap is a "toy for a toy", regardless of the original cost. Remaining toys will be made available to the public at 11:30.
The library will be open on Saturday, January 24 should you need to stop in. Be safe and stay warm!
FPL Toy Swap Has Been Rescheduled!
Saturday, January 31
Ticket Holders shop from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Remaining toys will be made available to the public at 11:30 a.m.
Due to the dropping winter temperatures and possible snow, we have rescheduled the FPL Toy Swap Event. We will continue to take donations until Thursday, January 29 with a maximum of 10 toys per family. You will receive one ticket per toy up to 10 tickets. Toy Swap ticket holders, bring your tickets to the library on Saturday, January 31 between 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. to shop for new-to-you toys. The swap is a "toy for a toy", regardless of the original cost. Remaining toys will be made available to the public at 11:30.
The library will be open on Saturday, January 24 should you need to stop in. Be safe and stay warm!
With the continued cold weather, we are seeing lots of use from our Feed the Need Food Pantry. If you are able to pick up a few extras at the grocery store to help us restock, we'd be very grateful. If you're not able to get to the store, you can always make a cash donation at the library and we'll do the shopping for you. Thank you in advance for your continued support!
Floriography: The Meaning of Flowers
Thursday, February 5 - 2:00 p.m.
Registration Required by January 30
Learn the language of flowers and how to send the most appropriate floral message to your friends and family.
Register by Jan. 30 by calling the library at 217-877-8174
For questions regarding the program, please contact Whitney Allison
wallison@illinois.edu or 217-877-6042
Thursday, February 5 - 2:00 p.m.
Registration Required by January 30
Learn the language of flowers and how to send the most appropriate floral message to your friends and family.
Register by Jan. 30 by calling the library at 217-877-8174
For questions regarding the program, please contact Whitney Allison
wallison@illinois.edu or 217-877-6042
Evening Story Time with Miss Vanessa
Tuesday, January 27 - 5:45 p.m.
Ages 2 to 5, siblings welcome
Come help us celebrate author Shannon Hale's birthday!
Tuesday, January 27 - 5:45 p.m.
Ages 2 to 5, siblings welcome
Come help us celebrate author Shannon Hale's birthday!
***TONIGHT!*** Indoor Snowball Fight Drop-in
Thursday, January 22 - 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Everyone Welcome!
Ever wanted to have a snowball fight inside? Well, now’s your chance! Visit the library and have a blast throwing all the snowballs you want without having to worry about a cold, wet mess.
Thursday, January 22 - 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Everyone Welcome!
Ever wanted to have a snowball fight inside? Well, now’s your chance! Visit the library and have a blast throwing all the snowballs you want without having to worry about a cold, wet mess.
Evening Story Time with Miss Vanessa
Tuesday, January 20 - 5:45 p.m.
Ages 2 to 5, siblings welcome
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his dream for all!
Tuesday, January 20 - 5:45 p.m.
Ages 2 to 5, siblings welcome
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his dream for all!
Makers & Masterminds Kids’ Club Back in 2026
Tuesday, January 27 - 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Ages 6 and up
Have you ever been curious about how things work? Have you ever wanted to perform your own science experiment but aren’t sure how? Join us at Makers & Masterminds where we’ll be working with a variety of STEM/STEAM projects each month!
For questions about the club, please call Vanessa, Youth Services Librarian,
at 217-877-8174
Tuesday, January 27 - 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Ages 6 and up
Have you ever been curious about how things work? Have you ever wanted to perform your own science experiment but aren’t sure how? Join us at Makers & Masterminds where we’ll be working with a variety of STEM/STEAM projects each month!
For questions about the club, please call Vanessa, Youth Services Librarian,
at 217-877-8174
