LEGO Marble Run Challenge! Grades 3-8

Think youâve got what it takes to build the ultimate marble run? Kids in grades 3-8 are invited to take on our LEGO Marble Run Challenge at the library! Using only LEGO bricks and your imagination, youâll design and build a twisting, turning track that sends a marble ra......More

Think youâve got what it takes to build the ultimate marble run? Kids in grades 3-8 are invited to take on our LEGO Marble Run Challenge at the library! Using only LEGO bricks and your imagination, youâll design and build a twisting, turning track that sends a marble racing to the finish. Will your run be fast, loopy, or full of surprises? Come find out! Supplies provided. No registration neededâjust drop in and start building!

School's Out! Summer Celebration

Join us for a refreshing root beer float and help us kick off summer with a bang at our âSchoolâs Out! Summer Celebrationâ! Plan on an afternoon of fun and festivities as we bid farewell to the school year and welcome the sunny days ahead. Get ready to indulge in a clas......More

Join us for a refreshing root beer float and help us kick off summer with a bang at our âSchoolâs Out! Summer Celebrationâ! Plan on an afternoon of fun and festivities as we bid farewell to the school year and welcome the sunny days ahead. Get ready to indulge in a classic summer treat â root beer floats! Cool off with a delicious combination of creamy vanilla ice cream and fizzy root beer, served up just the way you like it (donated by Hendersonâs IGA). But hurry â supplies are limited, so be sure to get yours before theyâre gone! While youâre sipping on your frosty float, why not challenge your friends and family to some friendly competition? Weather permitting, weâll have yard games set up outside, including cornhole, giant Jenga, fat penny, ladder ball, and more. Itâs the perfect way to enjoy the great outdoors and celebrate the start of summer vacation! So grab your sunglasses, gather your crew, and join us for a day of fun in the sun. Whether youâre a kid or just young at heart, thereâs something for everyone at our Schoolâs Out for the Summer Celebration! No RSVP required â just come on down and join the party! We canât wait to celebrate with you.

Craft Hour: Create Your Own Kaleidoscope! Grades K-5

Explore light, color, and creativity at this exciting Craft Hour! Kids in grades Kâ5 are invited to build their very own kaleidoscopes using simple supplies and their imagination. Weâll learn how mirrors and angles work together to create dazzling patternsâand then make......More

Explore light, color, and creativity at this exciting Craft Hour! Kids in grades Kâ5 are invited to build their very own kaleidoscopes using simple supplies and their imagination. Weâll learn how mirrors and angles work together to create dazzling patternsâand then make our own mesmerizing kaleidoscopes to take home. This hands-on craft is both fun and educational, with a little science and a lot of sparkle! All materials providedâjust bring your curiosity! No registration needed.

Story-Time: Pre-K

This Weekâs Theme: Ice Cream! Join us for some fun this May at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches th......More

This Weekâs Theme: Ice Cream! Join us for some fun this May at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme. What to Expect: Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.Craft Activity: Create a fun craft related to the storyâs theme.Bring your little ones for an enjoyable and creative start to their day! And donât rush off after story timeâstay for some âFun with Friendsâ time in the kidâs corner. The kids can play while their caregivers connect and socialize. Itâs a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and build community bonds. Who: all toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult are welcome! Date and Time: Every Friday, 9:30 am â 10:00 amWe look forward to seeing you and your little ones here!

Memorial Day Closure Notice

We will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, for Memorial Day. We will reopen on May 27th at 9:00 a.m. In observance of Memorial Day, our doors will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025. Weâll be taking this time to honor and remember those who have served our country with b......More

We will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, for Memorial Day. We will reopen on May 27th at 9:00 a.m. In observance of Memorial Day, our doors will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025. Weâll be taking this time to honor and remember those who have served our country with bravery and sacrifice. Remember, even when our physical doors are closed, the world of books remains wide open. Dive into a new adventure or explore a captivating story right from the comfort of your home with our app, Libby. With just a few taps, you can access a vast collection of ebooks and audiobooks to satisfy your reading cravings. So while we take this brief pause to pay our respects, donât hesitate to explore the virtual shelves of Libby for your next literary escape. Weâll see you back at the library soon!

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Craft Hour: Scratch Art Surprise! Grades 3-8

Get ready to scratch your way to a masterpiece! Kids in grades 3-8 are invited to join us for a fun and artistic Craft Hour where weâll be making scratch art using round paper plates and paint. First, weâll cover our plates in vibrant colors with oil pastels, then paint......More

Get ready to scratch your way to a masterpiece! Kids in grades 3-8 are invited to join us for a fun and artistic Craft Hour where weâll be making scratch art using round paper plates and paint. First, weâll cover our plates in vibrant colors with oil pastels, then paint over them with black paint. Once theyâre dry, the real fun beginsâuse scratching tools to reveal the bright colors underneath and create your own one-of-a-kind design! All supplies providedâjust bring your imagination! No registration needed.

Craft Hour: Ping Pong Ball Tealights! Grades K-5

Let your creativity shine at this Craft Hour! Kids in grades Kâ5 are invited to make glowing tealight lanterns using ping pong balls and battery-operated lights. These fun and safe little lights are easy to decorate and perfect for adding a soft glow to any room. Weâll ......More

Let your creativity shine at this Craft Hour! Kids in grades Kâ5 are invited to make glowing tealight lanterns using ping pong balls and battery-operated lights. These fun and safe little lights are easy to decorate and perfect for adding a soft glow to any room. Weâll provide all the suppliesâjust bring your imagination and get ready to craft something that really lights up! No registration neededâjust drop in and join the glow-up fun!

Story-Time: Pre-K

This Weekâs Theme: Camping! Join us for some fun this May at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the ......More

This Weekâs Theme: Camping! Join us for some fun this May at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme. What to Expect: Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.Craft Activity: Create a fun craft related to the storyâs theme.Bring your little ones for an enjoyable and creative start to their day! And donât rush off after story timeâstay for some âFun with Friendsâ time in the kidâs corner. The kids can play while their caregivers connect and socialize. Itâs a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and build community bonds. Who: all toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult are welcome! Date and Time: Every Friday, 9:30 am â 10:00 amWe look forward to seeing you and your little ones here!