April is National Poetry Month, so what better way to celebrate than to read a novel in verse. Some of my very favorite novels are written in verse. Even though there are fewer words on a page, these books have a lot to say. Let me introduce you to some of my favorite children's novels [...]
The library has added programming and continues to add youth programming to our calendar. This month I will be featuring our program STEAM into Science. This program is geared for youth in elementary school, grades K-4.Each month of this program, we will spell out a word in STEAM.S - ScienceT - TechnologyE - EngineeringA - [...]
February is the month where we take the time to learn all about Black History. We read about the history, learn from the history, and grow forward with a positive mind for all mankind. We always hear about the great things men have done throughout history, but there are some women out there that have [...]
The Christmas season is officially over, and the twinkle lights have been put away. Skies overhead are grey with the talk of cold and snow. Many of us are feeling the darkness left behind from the light of the holiday season. Fortunately, there is a way to brighten the mood while being stuck inside through [...]
"If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader." ~Dolly Parton If you are looking for that last minute gift for the smallest people in your life, sign them up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program. Children will [...]
National Adoption Month takes place the month of November. During this month, the primary focus is placed on the number of children currently in the foster care system. November is dedicated to celebrating adoption as a way to build families. This year, November 20, has been designated as National Adoption Day. Courthouses across the nation [...]
The Children's Library recently reopened to the public on Wednesday, September 8, and there is now a woodland theme the children can enjoy. Pops of color show up everywhere with kites on the ceiling and colorful chairs for use at the white board tables. There are so many things the children can take part in [...]
This year the Autumn Equinox will occur on September 22, 2021 at 3:21 p.m. in the Northern Hemisphere. What this means is the sun will be exactly above the Earth’s equator and moving from North to South. At the time of the equinox, day and night will be approximately equal in length.Since we live in [...]
On August 22, 1846, a British man named William G. Thorns published an article in a London magazine named “Atheneum”. In this article he mentioned the term folklore for the very first time. So, every August 22, people all over the world celebrate the culture and importance of these stories and art forms. You're probably [...]
In case you are wondering what the Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award is, do not fear! I am here to fill you in with everything you need to know.What is the Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award?Each year, a committee is composed of experts in children's literature and children's development to choose five of their favorite [...]