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Library Programs

General Events

Betsy Ross Visits the Library

June 26 @ 2:00 pm

As portrayed by Barbara Kay, learn the true history of the Betsy Ross and her role in the American Revolution and the creation of the American flag. All are welcome!


Founding Fathers: Myths, Realities, and Legacies

June 27 @ 10:00 am

Explore the myths surrounding America’s Founding Fathers with Valerie Gugala, just in time for the country’s 250th birthday. All are welcome!


Local Author, Roberta Gordon

August 1 @ 11:00 am

Come listen to selections from the Roberta Gordon’s book, “Creative Nature”! Copies will be available for purchase.


Illinois in the Revolutionary War

August 10 @ 6:00 pm

Hear from author Tom Emery about the Revolutionary historical events that happened in Illinois before statehood. All are welcome!


Bingo at the Library

Third Tuesdays @ 3:00 pm

Join library staff for a fun game of Bingo, every third Tuesday at the library! Adults only.


Junk Journeling

First Tuesdays @ 6:00 pm

All supplies will be provided for attendees to create a fun, themed journal each moth. Registration is required — call 242-6322, ext. 4.


Fear All Year Horror Book Club

Second Thursdays @ 6:00 pm

Join in on our monthly Horror Book Club, with new titles for discussion every month. Registration is not required. For more information, call 242-6322, ext. 3.


Adult Book Club

Third Tuesdays @ 10:00 am

Join in on our monthly Book Club for adults, with new titles for discussion every month. Registration is not required. For more information, call 242-6322, ext. 3.


Library Game Day

Last Saturdays @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Join your library community in playing board games, card games, and role-playing games here in our Meeting Room on the last Saturday of each month from 11 AM to 3 PM. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Snacks and drinks will be served.


Library Game Day

Third Saturdays @ 1:00 pm

Courtesy of SI comics, meet with other adult fans of comic books. Bring your favorites, old or new, for discussion.

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Monday - Thursday: 9 AM - 8 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 4 PM
Sunday: 1 PM - 5 PM
Children's Department Closes 15 minutes early


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Mobile Printing

Princh logo with text: Print with a touch

Send documents and photos from your phone or other device to print at the library with Princh.
$0.20 per page (Black/White & Color)
Prints will remain in queue for 72 hours after submission

Princh Printing Service
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Contact Us

101 South 7th Street
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone: 618-242-6322
Fax: 618-242-0810

Library Director: director@mtvbrehm.lib.il.us
General Reference: bmlref@mtvbrehm.lib.il.us
Genealogy Reference: bmlgen@mtvbrehm.lib.il.us


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