Have a Super Spring Break
The library has something to keep kids entertained every day during break! The Absolute Science Big Bang Bubble Show returns with a variety of amazing tricks and bubble feats. Don’t throw away your shot to enjoy the library’s Hamilton movie sing-along, presented as part of the America250 year-long celebration. Bring the whole crew to family movie night featuring The Wild Robot, based on the best-selling children’s novel. Our littlest library users can enjoy story times, including a special STEAM educational story time. Visit fondulaclibrary.org for dates and times and to plan a super spring break!

Looking for family fun at home? Check out books, music, and DVDs, or take advantage of our free streaming services. Borrow from our expansive collection of board games, puzzles, and yard games. Planning a family outing? Access Explore More Illinois using your FDL card to find discounts and vouchers for numerous Illinois locations, including the Abraham Lincoln Museum in Springfield, Chicago Botanic Garden, Peoria PlayHouse, and many more! With incredible benefits, automatic renewals, and no more late fines, a library card is one of the easiest, most economical ways to bring the whole family together.

Star Wars Day Returns April 18
Celebrate your favorite space saga with the return of our annual Star Wars Day! Join us Saturday, April 18, 10am to 3pm, for free activities for all ages, including Jedi training, real-life droids with the East Peoria Robo Raiders, crafts and games, selfie stations, prize drawings, and much more! Special guests from the 501st Legion and the Mandalorian Mercs will be available for photos, and Star Wars cosplay is encouraged. Visit fondulaclibrary.org or our Facebook page for more details closer to the event! Find the Force at FDL!

Fix It This Spring with Free Resources from IRIS
Illinois’ Reliable Information Resources (IRIS) offers access to multiple databases to help with home projects and with no library card required! Whether you’re doing routine maintenance on your pool, replacing the clutch in your ’85 Camaro, or adjusting the drive belt in your Cub Cadet mower, free DIY resources on fondulaclibrary.org have you covered! 

Home Improvement Source features full-text content from leading home improvement magazines and reference books, plus a collection of images not found anywhere else online. It’s a one-stop-shop for everything from electrical work and plumbing to outdoor improvements, decorating, and home and garden maintenance. 

Auto Repair Source provides service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported cars, SUVs, vans and light trucks from 1985 to present. Designed for touch-enabled devices such as laptops and tablets, it offers a user-friendly search experience and a wealth of information to help you diagnose, repair, and maintain your vehicle. Simply choose its make, model, and year to find repair procedures, diagrams, diagnostic codes, part specifications, and more.

Repairing something smaller? Small Engine Repair Source provides info on routine maintenance, as well as extensive repairs on ATV’s, lawnmowers, motorcycles, and more. You can browse by product type, brand, model/engine type, and model numbers. This database includes information on more than 25 years of engine models. 

Library Closings
The library will be closed all day Sunday, April 5, and will close at 5pm Wednesday, April 8.

For more information about events, materials or services, please visit fondulaclibrary.org or call us at (309) 699-3917.