Items tagged: star library

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 […]


Neighborhood Coordination Assists Local Groups with STAR Service Day

On June 18, the NSD Coordination Division collaborated with the Champaign Urbana Area Project, Jericho Missionary Baptist Church, and several other local groups and volunteers to implement a neighborhood clean-up initiative along Hedge Road and the railroad tracks in the Garden Hills neighborhood. Approximately 50 volunteers participated in the cleanup efforts. All tasks were completed […]


Celebrate National Library Week ▪ Explore Your Star Library

In celebration of National Library Week (April 12-18), community members are encouraged to “explore your star library” and discover the valuable resources it offers. The Champaign Public Library has been awarded “star library” status by Library Journal since 2008. Its recent four-star designation places it among the top 3% of public libraries nationwide. The celebration […]