Category: Library News

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Explore Comics Plus: Unlimited Access to Comics, Graphic Novels, and Manga

  Looking for your next great read? Comics Plus offers unlimited access to thousands of comics, graphic novels, and manga for all ages. With three collections—Children’s Library, Teen Library, and Full Collection—there’s something for every reader, from young kids to adults. Discover familiar favorites like Star Wars, Stranger Things, and Big Nate, along with exciting […]

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Gone Canoeing

A patron recently visited the Digital Services department on the Lower Level of the Library with a whopper of a tale. He had a VHS tape to convert to DVD. With his permission, we’re sharing the story of his VHS tape… In 1979, this patron took a canoeing trip on the Buffalo River in Arkansas […]

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National Library Week 2025

Celebrate National Library Week at Your Niles-Maine District Library | April 6–12, 2025 What draws people to the library? Everything. From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities. National Library Week, happening April 6–12, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, […]

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ABCmouse Early Learning Academy

ABCmouse is an award-winning early learning resource designed for children ages 2–8, helping to build essential skills for kindergarten preparation and third-grade readiness. Used in over 150,000 public school classrooms and by families nationwide, ABCmouse supports a strong foundation in learning, including for homeschool families. With interactive games, activities, and lessons, children can develop confidence […]

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Library Board of Trustees Appoint New Executive Director

Valerie Marshall was officially appointed as the Executive Director during the Regular Meeting of the Niles-Maine District Library Board of Trustees on December 13, 2023. Her tenure in this role commenced on January 8, 2024. Executive Director Valerie Marshall holds a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies from Florida State University. With almost eight […]

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Material Donations Update

The Niles-Maine District Library will no longer accept donations of materials of any kind beginning January 2, 2024. The Continuous Sale located in the Library’s Commons will continue to be stocked with items withdrawn from the Library’s collection. Why Can’t I Donate Anymore? There are limited options for sites accepting recycled materials The condition and […]

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How to Utilize Your Library Card From Home

The Library will be closed on Friday, December 8 for electrical upgrades and will be without electricity during that time. This is the perfect time to whip out your Niles-Maine library card and enjoy the Library from the comfort of your own home! Fall Into a Book (an eBook, That Is!) Read classics, New York […]

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Welcome!

Welcome to the new and improved Niles-Maine District Library website! We’re excited to reveal a website that is more user-friendly, easier to navigate, and organized with you, the patron, in mind. Enhancements include: Your feedback is important to us. If you can’t find what you are looking for or want to share your browsing experience, […]

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Niles-Maine District Library Staff Came Together to Participate in Annual Community Thanksgiving Donation

The Niles-Maine District Library staff members gave back to the community with their 10th annual Thanksgiving donation to Niles Family Services on Wednesday, November 17. Staff members donated non-perishable goods and over $400 worth of grocery store gift cards to help Niles area families enjoy a Thanksgiving meal this year. Non-perishable goods including stuffing, bread […]

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Niles-Maine District Library Hosts 14th Annual Veterans Celebration

On Friday, November 5, 2021, the Niles-Maine District Library resumed its Annual Veterans Celebration in person and via Zoom after a one-year hiatus due to the Pandemic. Today’s celebration was the 14th. Approximately 40 people attended in person which included 16 local veterans and their guests. The local veterans included participants in the Library of […]

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