Blog Entries

It's that time of year again! Take a look at the most-borrowed books and movies of the year.

From tried-and-true classics to under-the-radar new releases, here are our favorite books we read in 2025.

Learn more about when the Boundless app will be discontinued and what's coming next.

Celebrate Lilac Time at the Library, at Lilacia Park, and on Main Street with our lineup of events.

Check out the books that Lombard borrowed the most in 2024!

Share the books that "transformed" you and stop by the Library for a special photo op during September.

It's finally summertime! Take a look at these free apps to help kids reach their reading goals and prevent summer learning loss.

It's almost time for the 2024 Lilac Festival Parade! Have a little extra fun with our parade Bingo game.

National Library Week is upon us! This year, we're feeling extra excited as we approach the 1st anniversary of our new building at 411 South Main Street. So, we cooked up something extra sweet to celebrate!

Helen Plum Library is partnering with Neighborhood Forest to provide families with a free tree to plant! The goal is to give every child the priceless joy of planting and watching trees grow.

Attention, bibliophiles, audiobook addicts, and library lovers: February is Love Your Library Month! We're celebrating all month long and need your help -- here are a few ways to celebrate with us and show your library love.

Our Youth Services Department has put together these resources for your family to learn about local and national events, different ways to explore library resources, and, most importantly, make memories. 

2023 was a milestone year for our library, and we're celebrating by sharing the books that Lombard read the most! Take a look at the top ten check-outs of physical books this year.

Did you know? Tutor.com can help students get homework done, write papers, or study for tests!

Our Youth Services Department has put together these resources for your family to learn about local and national events, different ways to explore library resources, and, most importantly, make memories.