The holiday season looks different for everyone! Whether you are visiting family or friends in town, out of town, or spending time alone, check out some of these items in our Library of Things collection to make this holiday more special. Last year, my family dug out old photo negatives and slides that they had [...]
The days following Thanksgiving, are often filled with excitement and the rush to find the perfect gift for your loved ones. But before Cyber Monday, and online catalogs, people relied heavily on newspapers and paper catalogs to find out what that year’s hot ticket items were. At the Floyd County Library, we offer access to [...]
We are taught early on that we should give honor to whom honor is due. For decades, our country has been supported by men and women who protect our precious country, so that we may live. Their proven bravery, sacrifice, and strength continues to burn brightly in representation of Lady Liberty's symbolic torch. The freedoms [...]
There is no denying it, this title demands your attention. I probably would have read it even if I did not spend my formative years watching the author, Jennette McCurdy, co-star on the ultra-popular Nickelodeon show, iCarly. I was already familiar with her work, so I immediately recognized her on the cover. As soon as [...]
Bo the horse and his friend Duke the pony visited the Galena Branch several times over the summer! Their owner Ashley took the time to educate visiting patrons about horse facts, care, health, and demonstrated how to saddle and ride. She also gave participants lots of hands on experiences with grooming, feeding, and listening to [...]
Suddenly, an enticing, chocolatey goodness fills all of the surrounding space around you wafting towards your nose, pulling forth long forgotten childhood memories. You are taken on a journey through time and space, as a dearly beloved family member clatters around in the kitchen producing mixing bowls, spatulas, a mixer, cupcake pans, eggs, butter, cocoa, [...]
Today, October 1oth, is Indigenous People's Day! It is important that we as a nation take the time to acknowledge and honor the native people who founded our land. Historically, classrooms across America have not taught about indigenous cultures, prominent Native American leaders, or any of their values and traditions. Instead, Columbus Day has been [...]
October is an exciting month for many of us. The weather has changed, leaves are starting to turn, and the spooky feeling of Halloween is in the air. Did you know that October is also National Italian-American Heritage Month? This celebration was established in 1989 by a proclamation from both Congress and President George H. [...]
Fall Break lasts for 2 weeks, and that is a long time to keep your family entertained! Check out these items from out Library of Things Collection at the Galena Branch if you need some inspiration on how to bust that boredom. Building Toys are a great way to spark creativity without screens! We have [...]
Self-care. We hear this term quite a bit, but sometimes it's hard for people to understand what it means, or that it's not important, but it does matter to your health. Self-care is doing things to take care of your body and mind. You can do that by engaging in activities that reduce stress and [...]