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New onetime location for book donations to Friends of the Library next weekend

The Friends of the Library are planning ahead for future book sales to benefit the library by arranging a pop-up book donation location on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Ramon’s …

Ideal back-to-school gift for your youngsters

Do you know the value of a home library for your youngsters? Research shows that kids who have books in their home have improved vocabulary and overall reading performance; do better in math, science …

Free online resource helps you prepare for driver’s tests

We have a free online resource that will be a huge asset to anyone who is about to take a car, motorcycle or commercial driver’s test. The site includes hundreds of practice questions …

How to freeze holds when you are busy plus new roaming book club

With the busy summer season underway, we wanted to remind you that you can freeze, or suspend, your holds on books or other materials if you don’t have time for them now. The best part is …

Library closed until Monday due to start of expansion construction

This week we remain closed until Saturday, Aug. 9, to keep you safe as construction begins on our expansion project.   During this time, we will be constructing a new entrance and walkway …

Library closes for a week and some activity locations will change

We will close next Monday, Aug. 4, through Saturday, Aug. 9, to keep you safe as construction begins on our expansion project. During this time, we will be constructing a new entrance and …

Summer reading finale party set for next Friday, then library closes for a week

Next Friday, Aug. 1, marks the end of our hugely successful Summer Reading Program. We will gather from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for a free fun celebration that includes games, activities, the grand prize …

Three-day Friends summer book sale opens today

The hugely popular three-day Friends of the Library book sale happens this weekend at the Community United Methodist Church located downtown at 434 Lewis St. You can take advantage of great …

Friends summer book sale and Audubon birds event set for next Thursday

The hugely popular three-day Friends of the Library book sale happens next week at the Community United Methodist Church located downtown at 434 Lewis St.

Library unable to accept book donations for a year

Donations of books to your library have always been vital to our health. They add breadth and depth to our collection. They also provide pleasure to buyers and profits at the Friends of the …

What should your child read this summer?

Do you have a plan to make sure your child has lots of reading opportunities this summer? Several studies have documented a “summer slide” in reading skills once kids go on summer …

Library director details plans for construction starting Aug. 4

  Library staff are deep into planning to minimize disruption to programs and patrons as construction is set to begin Monday, Aug. 4, on the first phase of your library’s long-awaited …

Free fossils fun today plus plans set for library construction and summer book sale

Today, Thursday, June 12, is a special all-ages archaeology and fossils event from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. You’ll be able to hold and examine both real and replica artifacts as well as tools …

Summer Reading kickoff party set for tomorrow

Tomorrow afternoon, Friday, May 30, we are hosting the Summer Reading Kickoff Party from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Book lovers of all ages will enjoy free food, crafts and fun at this annual event that …

Library building expansion and renovation starting soon

Your library’s building project is now out for bid, with responses due this month and plans to begin the expansion construction in late summer or early fall, according to Barb Brattin, library …

Mark your calendars for two major events this month

May brings two very special events to your library that will be of interest to you and your family: Starting May 27 through June 6, we will be hosting the first-in-the world virtual reality …

One more time: Free tax help available at your library

Katherine from VITA Tax Help will return to your library one more time next Monday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to help patrons who are filing returns late. But, you need to do some homework before you take advantage of her generous offer to provide face-to-face help.

Tips for all ages: How to find new books that match your likes and interests

If you would like to expand your reading choices, we suggest you go to our NoveList database, where you’ll find a multitude of options to enrich your reading life.   With more …

Free Friday fun: Science for kids, Denim Day jeans decorating for teens and tweens

Youngsters aged 6-10 are invited to Steam Engines, a free science fun session, tomorrow, Friday, April 18, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Also tomorrow, Friday, April 18 from 2 to 3 p.m., is the latest in …

Free Spring Lifelong Learning series moving to afternoons

Your library’s free Spring Lifelong Learning Lectures takes place on Wednesdays from April 16 through May 21 — and note that they are now happening in the afternoons, from 1 to 2:15 p.m. …

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