Winnebago Public Library

Libby’s Password Changing

Starting Monday, Feb 23, patrons will use their PrairieCat pin, which defaults to the last 4 digits of their library card number, instead of their last name, to sign in. To update your pin, log into your PrairieCat account and change it there – not in Libby.

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Scholarship Applications

Friends of the Winnebago Public Library offer a $500 scholarship. Applications are to be completed and returned by 8PM Monday April 20, 2026. Applications may be dropped off at the library or submitted via email to [email protected]. FOTL Scholarship Application The Winnebago Garden Club offers a $500 scholarship. Applications are to be completed and returned […]

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The Palace Project is a one-stop digital solution

Build an instant collection of free ebooks The Palace Project allows libraries to jumpstart their collections with a free collection of more than 11,000 openly licensed titles available in high-quality epub format. The collection includes classics, contemporary fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, and textbooks, all reviewed by the DPLA Curation Corps of volunteer librarians.

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Local Author Book Fair!

Saturday, March 28th 10:30am – 2:00pm Meet 10+ local published authors, view their books, and buy a signed copy. Sponsored by the Rockford Writer’s Guild.

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Explore More Illinois

Explore More Illinois allows cardholders from participating RAILS, IHLS and CPL public libraries to reserve free and discounted admission, parking, and gift store purchases from cultural and recreational attractions in Illinois, including museums, cultural centers, zoos, aquariums, gardens, historical societies, park districts, and more.

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Kid Librarian Program!

Calling all 2nd thru 7th Graders! We’d love your help putting together a library display for other kids. Choose your favorite books, topic or authors and make a display of your very own to share with other kids at the library for 2 weeks!

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