Facility Overview
If its information youre looking for, visit the Base Library. In addition to a collection of more than 40,000 books including 7,000 juvenile titles, the library has videos, DVD's, books-on-tape, books-on-CD, CDs, and over 200 periodicals. The computerized catalog offers inter-library loan access to over 70 Illinois libraries, with books delivered daily to the Scott Library.
Housed in designated areas are the Professional Military Education collection, the Reference section, a Young Adult Collection, and the Veterans Literary Collection. Children have their own room, including a working train! A reading room, quiet study areas, and a small conference room provide space for leisure reading to serious study.
The library houses a computer lab with PCs, printers and a scanner. Internet access is available for reference and research, including many on-line resources. A photocopier and micro-form reader/printer are also available. Wireless Internet access is also available so bring in your laptop and get connected!
Programs sponsored by the library include educational, instructional and recreational events for both adults and children. Whether you are looking for the newest best seller, or doing research, stop by the base library and Check Us Out!
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