EXPERIENCES: September 2020

It’s September and that can only mean one thing: Library Card Sign-Up Month!  In this month’s magazine, you will:– Get a sneak peek of our new Movie Night Packs– Learn about the Genrefication process for our Non-Fiction collection– Find out about the virtual programs taking place in September– See what discounts your library card can … Continued

The Perfect Pet Reading List

Pets…can’t live with ’em, can’t live without ’em. What would it be like to have the perfect pet?!  I Want a Dog by Jon Agee A girl seeks her perfect pet at an unusual animal shelter.  This Moose Belongs to Me by Oliver Jeffers A young boy learns that moose do not always follow the rules of proper … Continued

Library Card Sign-Up Month Starts September 1st!

We are partnering with 63 local businesses during the entire month of September as part of our Library Card Sign-Up Month celebration. Businesses from all over Saline County are offering discounts to customers who present their library card! September is a national holiday for libraries called Library Card Sign-Up Month (LCSUM). Most libraries participate, and the … Continued

Virtual Programming Continues in the Fall!

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we will be keeping all programming virtual for the fall. Beginning in September, there will be weekly programs for each age group with a mixture of Facebook live and recorded video programs, as well as private Zoom calls to allow children and their families to interact with our librarians. Program … Continued

Theatre Classes Starting in September

Starting in September, we will be offering two theatre classes via Zoom, SCL Theater: The Rising Star Players on Fridays at 10:00 AM and Drama Zoom on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM. SCL Theatre: The Rising Star Players, formerly known as Children’s Theater, will be getting a facelift this year as the age limit extends from … Continued

Meet Mrs. Kama

You may not have met Mrs. Kama yet (because COVID!), but you should look forward to meeting her during one of your browsing appointments or when the library opens back up fully! You’ll see her downstairs at the children’s desk assisting with desk duties, crafts, and more!  Mrs. Kama is a Social Studies teacher at … Continued

Back to School!

It’s time to go back to school and Mrs. Wendy has put together a list of fun books to get you and your little ones excited about school, be it virtually or in-person!  Mermaid School by JoAnne Wetzel Molly enjoys her first day at Mermaid School, where she makes new friends, learns new things, and hears … Continued

Mom, I’m Booooooredddddd!

How many times have you heard that this summer? Being bored occasionally is actually good for us, but when your kid (or you!) just can’t take it anymore, here are some great books to put in their hands. Hopefully these books will spark creativity, tickle your kid’s funny bone, or at the very least give … Continued

EXPERIENCES: August 2020

Summer Reading may be over, but we’re still going strong with virtual programs! In this month’s magazine, you’ll find our full August calendar, information on online resources for school, how to get reader’s advisory from home, and much more! View the August 2020 Experiences here.

Virtual English Language Conversational Program Offered on Zoom!

Starting on August 6th, we will begin offering a virtual English Language Conversational program on Thursday nights at 7:00 PM on Zoom. This program is designed for English language learners who want to practice conversational English in a group. The program is intended for ages 13 and up, and will require registration. To register, visit … Continued