Closed for Christmas

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We will be closed Wednesday, December 24, and Thursday, December 25, for Christmas. We will reopen at 9am on Friday, December 26. Happy Holidays from Talcott Free Library!

Adopt-A-Book 2025

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Give. Share. Read. November 28 thru December 20 Create a unique holiday gift by purchasing a book for Talcott’s Collection. Stop by our Adopt-A-Book display and choose a book to donate to the library as gift for a loved one. You will receive an official certification of adoption to present to them and a bookplate will be placed in the … Read More

December Board Meeting Canceled

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The Talcott Free Library board meeting is canceled for December 15, 2025. The next board meeting is January 19, 2026 at 7pm

Holiday Used Book Sale

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Stock up on gently used books and DVDs! Friday, December 5, 9am-5:30pm; Saturday, December 6, 9am-3pm; Monday, December 8, 9am-8pm.

Winter Reading Program

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Ages PreK to Adult. December 15 thru January 5 Pick up or print out this BINGO sheet, some books, and warm up your winter with stories, adventures, and a little friendly fun.

Thanksgiving Hours

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We are closing early at 5:30pm on Wednesday, November 26th and we will be closed Thursday, November 27th for Thanksgiving.

TAB Presents: Holiday Donation Drive for Noah’s Ark Animal Shelter

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Talcott Free Library Teen Advisory Board Presents: Holiday Donation Drive for Noah’s Ark Animal Shelter The Talcott Free Library TAB group is collecting new or lightly used supplies  Nov. 3  through Nov. 29 Rescue disinfecting wipes Clorox disinfecting wipes Cat treats – greenies, Delectable squeezes, friskies Dog treats – bully sticks, Freeze dried/ dehydrated treats Puppy wipes Giftcards from Amazon, … Read More

eRead Illinois Transition to the Palace Project

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Due to the recent and abrupt closure of Baker & Taylor, the Boundless app that hosts the eRead Illinois collection is being discontinued. While a transition of this size would typically take months, we are moving quickly to ensure minimal interruption to your use of the eRead Illinois collection. In the coming weeks, the entire eRead Illinois collection will be … Read More