November Staff Picks

As fall creeps closer to winter and the days get darker, it is the perfect time to stock up on some reading materials for the long nights. The staff at the Crawfordsville District Public Library have several great recommendations for you, which are currently on the first floor of the library and ready to check […]

The Dark Time of the Year

The days are getting shorter and the dark nights are getting longer here in Indiana. Some of us lament the end of summer while others are excited to put on sweaters, sweatshirts, and boots. Wherever you land on this topic, the reality is that winter is coming! There are a few topics I’d like to […]

Get the Latest Issue at the Library

From current magazines to historical newspapers, Crawfordsville District Public Library has thousands of issues of periodicals available to check out digitally with your library card. Our free Libby app is not only filled with tons of books and audiobooks, it also has thousands of magazines to choose from that are always available with no wait […]

Creature Feature!

This month, prepare yourself for a book display beyond your wildest nightmares. In the words of Edward Van Sloan from the iconic introduction to 1931’s “Frankenstein” (DVD FIC Fra), “I think it will thrill you. It may shock you. It might even horrify you. So, if any of you feel that you do not care […]

Chilling Thrillers for the Spooky Season

As the days get darker and the nights grow longer, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a story full of twists and suspense. Whether you love dark secrets or fast-paced thrills, our shelves are packed with books that will keep you hooked. This spooky season, trade haunted houses for haunted minds and check […]

October Staff Picks

Even though the weather lately has still felt like summer, spooky season is here again and hints of fall are finally arriving. If this time of year gets you searching for the perfect creepy story, you can find some in our Staff Picks display this month on the first floor of the library. Christie says […]

Local History Display For Building Anniversary

The Crawfordsville District Public Library recently celebrated the 20th Anniversary of our current building. This library building opened in September 2005, marking a new era for Crawfordsville in regard to expanding library services and materials. We invite you to visit our celebratory Local History display on the second floor, which now showcases detailed renditions of […]

Fall Food & Fun

Fall in Indiana is a beautiful time of year, full of colorful trees and kiddos eagerly anticipating carving pumpkins, costumes, and candy. If you are looking for ideas to make this Fall memorable, the Crawfordsville District Public Library has the books you need to do just that! “Pumpkins and Party Themes” by Roxanne Rhoads (745.59416 […]

Fall in Love with Romance

Crisp air, cozy nights, and the perfect time to curl up with a great love story! Whether you are into heartwarming novels, dramatic love stories, or laugh-out-loud romantic comedies, our display on the second floor has something for every kind of romantic. From books that make your heart race to movies that bring unforgettable love […]

CDPL Celebrates 20 Years at Current Location

Twenty-five years ago, a library patron asked me if public libraries were going away now that computers and the Internet were available to everyone who could afford a computer. I’ve been asked that question every few years since then. Twenty years ago, the citizens of Crawfordsville didn’t think so. They believed in public libraries so […]

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