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(618) 526-7361 • 530 North Third St Breese, Illinois

(618) 526-7361 • 530 North Third St Breese, Illinois

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Welcome to the Breese Public Library

The Breese Public Library was established in 1962 in Breese, IL. We are wonderfully situated in beautiful downtown Breese with tasty eateries and shops nearby! Our library is a trusted community hub for information and connectivity. “Like” us on Facebook for the latest event information.

Hours of Operation:
Mon-Thurs:  10am – 8pm
      Friday:    10am – 6pm
Saturday:    8am – 1pm

Free Online Newspaper Access

 

Upcoming Events

Nov
7
Thu
Astronomy Viewing Night!
Nov 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Meet us at the Breese Soccer Park to view the night sky! Several members from the Riverbend Astronomy Club will be there with their amazing telescopes.

The Riverbend Astronomy Club has visited the Breese Library two times in the last year and both times we were rained out of the viewing portion of the event. This time, we’re going straight to viewing!

Nov
11
Mon
Closed – Veteran’s Day
Nov 11 all-day

The library is closed to observe Veteran’s Day. Thank you.

Nov
12
Tue
Library Board Meeting
Nov 12 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Monthly Library Board Meetings are open to the public and take place in the children’s room of the library.

Nov
20
Wed
Adult Book Club
Nov 20 @ 6:30 pm

Each month on the third Wednesday, we meet at the Breese Public Library at 6:30pm. Join us! (The December meeting is held off-site and will be communicated with the group prior to date.)

 

 

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Library Operations to Limit Spread of Germs

  • We offer foyer pickup services upon request.
  • Automatic hand sanitizer stations are located at each entrance.
  • Door knobs and commonly touched surfaces are sanitized daily.