Library’s Business Services Featured in New Episode of Champaign Spotlight
Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out how the Champaign Public Library can help in the latest episode of Champaign Spotlight! In this new episode Communications Manager Jeff Hamilton speaks with Adult Services Manager Jordan Neal to learn about the treasure trove of resources the library has for local businesses. Discover how […]
HR Staff Presents on City Hiring Process in Library’s “Ask an Employer” Series
On August 9, 2022, Human Resources Specialist Stacy Rachel conducted a presentation for the Champaign Library’s “Ask an Employer” series. The purpose of the series is to give local employers the opportunity to connect with community members and share insights into their organization’s application and selection procedures. The goal is to promote local employment opportunities […]
City of Champaign Facilities Closed January 30 Due to Weather
City Building, Champaign Public Library, Public Works Closed to Public In order to maintain employee safety and to focus on emergency services during the forecasted extreme temperatures, City of Champaign facilities will be closed to the public for routine operations on Wednesday, January 30, 2019. This includes the City Building, the Champaign Public Library and […]
Champaign Public Library Recognized as an All-Time All-Star Library
For ten years in a row, the Champaign Public Library has received Star Library status from Library Journal. This year, in addition to the three-star ranking which puts Champaign in the top 3.5% of public libraries nationwide, the library was also recognized as one of only 69 U.S. libraries that have made the list every […]
Now Airing on CGTV: Great Authors at the Library, An Evening with Peter McCarty
CGTV and the Champaign Public Library worked together to produce a new video for their “Great Authors at the Library” series. On April 12, author and illustrator Peter McCarty talked about what inspires him and how he creates the many beloved characters in his books such as Hondo & Fabian, Moon Plane, and others. The […]
CGTV is Now Airing Great Authors at the Library – An Evening with David Sheff
CGTV and the Champaign Public Library teamed up to produce the first video for the series Great Authors at the Library. On January 23, David Sheff who is a #1 New York Times bestselling author talked about his moving memoir, Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey Through His Son’s Addiction. Sheff discusses how his family dealt […]
Watch Champaign Connection Episode #56 on CGTV and Social Media
There is a new episode of Champaign Connection now playing most nights at 6:30 p.m. on CGTV (Comcast and iTV3 channel 5 and AT&T U-verse channel 99). This episode will air on CGTV until the end of May. It is also available on-demand on the City’s website and YouTube page. On episode 56: Get the latest […]
Library Director Finalists Participate in Community Forum
On January 14, 2016, more than 100 people filled Council Chambers to hear the four Library Director finalists answer questions and explain why they are best suited for the job. The finalists are: Linda Lyshol, Rick Meyer, Elaina Norlin, and Denise Raleigh. The event was televised live on CGTV and live streamed on CGTV Online. […]
Public Invited to Meet Library Director Finalists at Community Forum
“Your Next Library Director”: Meet-the-Candidates Community Forum January 14 The Library Board of Trustees has selected four finalists for the Library Director position, all of whom will be in Champaign next week for interviews and to meet community members. The community forum will be held Thursday, January 14, at 6:30 p.m., in the Champaign City […]
News Advisory: Search Underway for New Champaign Library Director
News Advisory: Search Underway for New Champaign Library Director – Public Forum on September 28th to Gather Community Input The Champaign Public Library Board of Trustees (Board) has begun the process of selecting a new Library Director. On June 23, 2015, Library Director Marsha Grove announced her plans to retire on January 30, 2016. The […]