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# C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District

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- [Home](https://mtvbrehm.org/) - IHLS Library Crawl 2025 Get ready to discover all the many library collections your library card gives you access to! Starting October 1st, pick up the official passport for IHLS Library Crawl 2025 and begin making plans to travel around central and southern Illinois visiting participating public libraries. Visit 5 or more libraries and receive
- [Dear Reader](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/dearreader/) - With innovative online platforms, Dear Reader guides you through an exciting reading journey. It’s about more than finding books; it’s about cultivating a community of readers and thinkers, connected by the power of stories. These tools are designed for interactive, engaging reader connections, bringing a fresh energy to the library experience. SelectReads Patron-driven newsletter delivering
- [Children's Department Programs](https://mtvbrehm.org/events/childrens-department-programs/) - Storytime Wednesdays @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Join us Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to 11 AM for story read-alouds. We will have a fun craft or activity that goes along with our theme for the day. Suitable for children ages 2 to 5. This program takes a break in the summer. IHLS Library Crawl 2025
- [Young Adult Programs](https://mtvbrehm.org/events/young-adult-programs/) - IHLS Library Crawl 2025 October 1 - October 31 Get ready to discover all the many library collections your library card gives you access to! Starting October 1st, pick up the official passport for the 2025 IHLS Library Crawl and begin making plans to travel around central and southern Illinois visiting participating public libraries. Visit
- [Adult Department Programs](https://mtvbrehm.org/events/adult-department-program/) - IHLS Library Crawl 2025 October 1 - October 31 Get ready to discover all the many library collections your library card gives you access to! Starting October 1st, pick up the official passport for the 2025 IHLS Library Crawl and begin making plans to travel around central and southern Illinois visiting participating public libraries. Visit
- [Budget Information](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/budget/) - Budget Ordinance Annual Budget FY 2025-2026 Annual Budget FY 2024-2025 Annual Budget FY 2023-2024 Annual Budget FY 2022-2023 Annual Budget FY 2021-2022 Annual Budget FY 2020-2021 Annual Budget FY 2019-2020 Illinois Prevailing Wage RatesIMRF Employer Cost & Participation Information Employee Compensation Packages over $75,000 for 2025-26 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests Please send all
- [Minutes](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/minutes/) - Fiscal Year 2025 - 2026 2026 June Library Board Minutes2026 May Library Board Minutes2026 April Library Board Minutes2026 March Library B\oard Minutes2026 February Library Board Minutes2026 January Library Board Minutes2025 December Library Board Minutes2025 November Library Board Minutes2025 October Library Board Minutes2025 September Library Board Minutes2025 August Library Board Minutes2025 July Library Board Minutes Fiscal
- [Upcoming Agenda](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/upcoming-agenda/) - C. E. Brehm Memorial Public Library DistrictBoard of Library TrusteesMt. Vernon, ILOctober 14, 2025 Budget Meeting — 7:00 PM Call to Order Roll Call Audience to Visitors Board Meeting — 7:15 PM Call to Order Roll Call Audience to Visitors Approval of Appointment of new Library Trustee Oath of Office Secretary's Report — Approve September
- [Databases](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/databases/) - WorldCat WorldCat is the world’s most comprehensive database of information about library collections. Makes library collections findable and accessible around the world. FirstSearch FirstSearch is a proven and highly trusted tool that empowers anyone to find the authoritative content they need in every format from worldwide library collections. FirstSearch delivers the precise, full-featured WorldCat searching
- [Library Expansion Project](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/library-annex/) - Why expand? C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District expanded the Library District in 2003 from 3 townships to 15 out of the 16 townships in Jefferson County. When the building was expanded in 1982, the determination of space was based on the population of the three original townships. So with the increase of the size
- [Library Closing Days](https://mtvbrehm.org/events/library-closing-days/) - 2025 Wednesday, January 1 - New Year's Day Monday, January 20 - Martin Luther King Day Monday, February 17 - President's Day Friday, April 18 - Good Friday Sunday, April 20 - Easter Monday, May 26 - Memorial Day Friday, July 4 - Independence Day Thursday, June 19 - Juneteenth Monday, September 1 - Labor
- [Events](https://mtvbrehm.org/events/)
- [Genealogy Department](https://mtvbrehm.org/departments/genealogy-department/) - Mission StatementWe collect materials reflecting the general migration patterns of people in Southern Illinois. The primary focus is on Virginia, North and South Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky, as well as Southern Illinois. Of secondary importance are materials covering other migration routes through Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Arkansas and LouisianaCurrent holdings:Our collection, include more than 14,750
- [Children's Department](https://mtvbrehm.org/departments/childrens-department/) - Children, twelve and under, enjoy visiting the third floor of the library. Materials selected especially for their age/interests are arranged in a comfortable area that includes a cushioned bathtub for reading. Staff provides story times as scheduled. Story Time Join us Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to 11 AM for story time! We will also
- [Circulation Department](https://mtvbrehm.org/departments/circulation-department/) - Located on the first floor by the parking lot entrance, the circulation department handles issuing new and renewing library cards, checkouts and returns, pick up for materials requested from other libraries, and Music CDs and DVDs. Library Cards All residents of and/or property owners in the library district are eligible for free library cards. We
- [Adult Department](https://mtvbrehm.org/departments/reference-department/) - Reference Located on the second floor, the reference desk handles requests for information from the public. Staff provide ready reference as well as bibliographic instruction. Questions are handled in order of receipt and appointments are recommended for more detailed information needs. Online Catalog (OPAC) The staff also provides basic instruction for using the automated card
- [Library Printing Services](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/library-printing-services/) - The C. E. Brehm Memorial Public Library is proud to offer the following self-service printing services: faxing, copying, scanning, and printing. Copying Copy Machines can be found on the 1st Floor in the Circulation Department and on the 2nd Floor in the Reference Department near the entrances to the stairwell. 1st Floor - Circulation Department
- [Beanstack](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/beanstack/) - Beanstack is the easiest way to keep track of all the books you read. When you create a Beanstack account for yourself or your family, you’re instantly connected to the C. E. Brehm Library's reading programs, so you’ll get credit for every minute and every page. We’ll keep all your stats for you, cheer you
- [Homeschooling](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/homeschooling/) - Homeschooling Websites Illinois H.O.U.S.E.H.O.U.S.E. (Home Oriented Unique Schooling Experience) is a nonsectarian statewide network of support groups for families involved in homeschooling. Illinois State Board of Education Homeschooling InformationInformation about homeschooling requirements in Illinois, including a comprehensive FAQ. ISBE: Homeschooling RegistrationThe Illinois State Board of Education: Homeschooling Registration Form. Illinois Christian EducatorsIllinois Christian Home Educators:
- [EBSCO Resources](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/databases/ebsco-resources/) - EBSCOhost serves both new and experienced researchers with a variety of features to refine search results with high-quality articles licensed from reputable publishers chosen to meet the specific needs of researchers. Users can view, save, print, email or export citations in many formats directly from the database and can save searches and articles in a
- [Genealogy Resources](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/genealogy-resources/) - Ancestry Provides unprecedented access to family history via documents that record the lineage of individuals from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and more with billions of unique, full-text primary sources and enhanced images. A C.E. Brehm Library card needed for these resources when accessed from outside of the Library: Fold3 History
- [Donations](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/donations/) - Do you have any books, DVDs, or CDs that you want to donate but don't know what to do with them? Bring them to the C. E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District! We would gladly accept them! Donations can be brought inside for our staff to evaluate and process. Depending on the type and quality
- [Library Policies](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/library-policies/) - Patron Behavior PolicyInternet Usage GuidelinesUnaccompanied Minor in the Library Patron Behavior Policy I. General The C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District is dedicated to providing access to knowledge and information through reading, writing and quiet contemplation. The Library Board of Trustees is responsible for determining the rules of behavior necessary to protect the rights of individuals
- [Who We Are](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/who-we-are/) - C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District is a member of the Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS) and participates in the Sharing Heartland's Available Resources Equally (SHARE) consortium. Library History Mission Statement Illinois Library Records Confidentiality Act The Library Bill of Rights--American Library Association (ALA) History of C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District Library service began for
- [eBooks](https://mtvbrehm.org/ebooks/) - CloudLibrary CloudLibrary makes it easier to discovery the content you want to read. Whether on the web, a tablet, your mobile device, or the library's catalog you can browse digital shelves curated by your library or filtered by genre's that interest you. All you need is your library card to gain access, no separate account
- [Trustees and Meeting Dates](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/) - Library Board of Trustees Officers:President: Amanda Crider, 2031Vice-President: Linda Woodrome, 2029Secretary: Hannah Greever, 2029Treasurer: Robert Metcalf, 2027General Members:Holly Johnson, 2027Alyson Morris, 2027Sharon Yearwood, 2031 Committees FinanceLinda Woodrome (chair)Bob Metcalf Holly Johnson Building/GroundsAmanda Crider (chair)Bob Metcalf Linda WoodromeMeeting Agenda PersonnelAmanda Crider (chair)Hannah Greever Alyson MorrisMeeting Agenda Community RelationsSharon Yearwood (chair)Holly Johnson Hannah GreeverMeeting Agenda
- [Personnel Committee Agenda](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/personnel-committee-agenda/) - AgendaPersonnel Committee MeetingMay 8, 20254 PM--2nd Floor meeting room Meeting Called to Order Roll Call Audience to Visitors New Business Recommend approval of the updated Genealogy Coordinator Job Description Review changes in Health insurance cost Determine recommended raises for part-time staff Determine recommended raises for full-time staff Closed Session Adjournment
- [Staff Resources](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/staff-resources/) - Staff Email IHLS SHARE FirstSearch L2: Library Directory & Learning Calendar Core Collection Complete (click Choose Databases to select catalogs)
- [My Account](https://mtvbrehm.org/my-account/) - Explore the SHARE Online Catalog, manage your library account, and find out how to get your own library card.
- [About Us](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/) - C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District is a member of the Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS) and participates in the Sharing Heartland's Available Resources Equally (SHARE) consortium. Who We Are Library Policies Board of Trustees Trustees & Meeting Dates Upcoming Agenda Minutes Budget Information Library Closing Days Employment Opportunities
- [Annex Development Group](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/annex-development-group/) - AgendaC. E. Brehm Memorial Public Library DistrictAnnex Committee Meeting2nd Floor Art RoomMt. Vernon, ILDecember 3, 20241:00 PM Meeting Called to Order Roll Call Audience to Visitors New Business Zoom meeting with Dewberry to discuss options for new expansion plan for library Adjournment
- [Election & Illinois Voter Information](https://mtvbrehm.org/internet-links/election-illinois-voter-information/) - Illinois Elections Information Districts Illinois State Legislature State House: District 115 State Senate: District 58 U.S. Congress U.S. House of Representatives: District 12 Voter Information General Information Illinois Board of Elections Schedule of Future Elections Illinois Online Voter Tools Check Voter Registration Status Register to Vote Online Polling Place Locator Voting by Mail Application
- [Online Resources](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/) - Staff Resources Databases Kids & Young Adults Homework Help Websites Kid's Corner Middle School High School Homeschooling Genealogy Research Tools Biographies Dear Reader Online Book Clubs & Newsletters Search Engines
- [Decennial Committee Meeting](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/decennial-committee-meeting/) - AgendaDecennial CommitteeApril 9, 20246:45 PM Meeting Called to Order Roll Call Audience to Visitors Old Business Final Review of Decennial Document Adjournment
- [Shakespeare Club Foundation Meeting](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/shakespeare-club-foundation-meeting/) - AGENDA C.E. BREHM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT SHAKESPEARE CLUB FOUNDATION MEETING 2ND FLOOR OCTOBER 30, 2023 4 PM Approval of Minutes of 2022 Annual Meeting Appreciation for service of Robin Stowers Approval and welcome of Cyndy Mitchell as new board member Discussion of Performance of Edward Jones account, including projected income for 2024 Discussion of
- [Concept Design Committee](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/concept-design-committee/) - AGENDA C.E. BREHM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT CONCEPT DESIGN COMMITTEE 2ND FLOOR ART ROOM NOVEMBER 1, 2023 1 PM MEETING CALLED TO ORDER ROLL CALL AUDIENCE TO VISITORS OLD BUSINESS Review of Cost of Addition materials from Dewberry ADJOURNMENT
- [Local Interests](https://mtvbrehm.org/internet-links/local-interests/) - City & County Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce City of Mt Vernon Jefferson County Genealogy Local genealogical information. Includes cemetery search. Other Area Links Illinois Heartland Library System Local Newspapers Jefferson County Daily News Register-News Archives: (2007-present) Includes full-text articles on local news, obituaries, issues, events, people and much more. Morning Sentinel Mt Vernon Township
- [Policy Committee Agenda](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/policy-committee-agenda/) - AGENDA POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING April 6, 2022 2nd Floor Art Room 6:00 P.M. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 813 7514 5430 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81375145430 Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 720 707
- [Library Related Sites](https://mtvbrehm.org/internet-links/library-related-sites/) - Links to associations that have been established to support and enhance the abilities of libraries to provide service to the public. Illinois Library Association The voice for Illinois Libraries and the millions who depend on them. Providing leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services in Illinois and ensuring access for all. American
- [State Links](https://mtvbrehm.org/internet-links/state-links/) - ILSoS The official website for the Illinois Secretary of State ILChamber The official website for the Illinois Chamber of Commerce Illinois Compiled Statutes Information maintained by the Legislative Reference Bureau Illinois Newspaper Project U of I has created a database listing Illinois newspapers and libraries who have those papers on microfilm. Enjoy Illinois An interactive
- [Departments](https://mtvbrehm.org/departments/) - Library Main Building Adult Department Circulation Department Children's Department Genealogy Department Library Annex Future home of the Genealogy Department and Technology Department Annex construction and renovation news
- [Biographies](https://mtvbrehm.org/online-resources/biographies/) - Biography.com With over 7,000 biographies and daily features that highlight newsworthy, compelling and surprising points-of-view, we are the digital source for true stories about people that matter. Biographies of the Presidents From the Miller Center. Features fact sheets, speeches, and in depth essays. White House Presidential biographies. Internet Public Library Presidential background information: election results,
- [How to Get a Library Card](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/how-to-get-a-library-card/) - The library district consists of all townships in Jefferson County except for Grand Prairie (which is in the Centralia Regional Library District). Library Cards All residents of and/or property owners in the library district are eligible for free library cards. We require a photo ID & proof of residency—two (2) items with name & current
- [Internet Links](https://mtvbrehm.org/internet-links/) - Local Interests State Links National & World Government Employment Related Sites Food, Nutrition & Recipes Entertainment Computers & Technology Pets & Wildlife Legal Information & Forms Elections & Illinois Voter Information Sites to Browse Parenting & Child Development Caregiving Health & Fitness Library Related Sites
- [National & World Government Links](https://mtvbrehm.org/internet-links/national-world-government-links/) - National Government White House Official website of the White House & President U.S. House of Representatives Official website of the U.S. House of Representatives U.S. Senate Official website of the U.S. Senate U.S. Federal Government Agencies Directory Directory listing for federal agencies and departments. Statistical Abstract The authoritative and comprehensive summary of statistics on the
- [Board of Trustees](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/) - Trustees & Meeting Dates Upcoming Agenda Minutes Budget
- [Building and Grounds Committee Agenda](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/building-and-grounds-committee-agenda/) - AGENDABUILDING AND GROUNDS COMMITTEEC.E. BREHM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICTBOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEESMt. Vernon, ILMarch 10, 20202nd Floor Art/Meeting Room 6:00 PMCALL TO ORDERROLL CALLAUDIENCE TO VISITORS OLD BUSINESSNone NEW BUSINESSCarpeting and Painting ProjectsAdditional Costs for Annex Project CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT
- [Community Relations Committee Agenda](https://mtvbrehm.org/about-us/board-of-trustees/trustees-and-meeting-dates/community-relations-committee-agenda/) - AGENDA C.E. BREHM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT Mt. Vernon, IL September 11, 2015 4:00 PM Community Relations Comittee Meeting CALL TO ORDER NEW BUSINESS Introduction of CRC Patron Advisors Focus Areas from the Library Director -Projects aimed at older teens/young adult patrons. -Projects aimed at reaching patrons in