AAPI Heritage Month
During the month of May we have been recognizing the contributions and the influence of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans on the development and culture…
Foster Care Awareness Month
May is the month when we take time to acknowledge foster parents, family members, volunteers, mentors, policymakers, child welfare professionals, and other members of the…
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The month of May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Did you know that this month was chosen to commemorate the immigration of…
Dark Floral Covers
Spring has sprung! The bees are buzzing and the flowers are blooming. So we decided to round up some excellent books with floral covers. Now,…
Novels in Verse for Kids
Have you ever read a novel in verse? They are narrative poems the length of a novel that tell a story. April is National Poetry…
Time Travel Fiction
If you could travel through time and go anywhere, where would you go? In time travel fiction you’ll find characters who cross time and space…
Books About Libraries for National Library Week
April 3rd -9th is National Library Week! Wouldn’t you like to read one of the many recent books written about various types of libraries? Some…
International Day of Transgender Visibility
March 31st is the International Day of Transgender Visibility. This day is dedicated to celebrating the transgender community, raising awareness about discrimination they face, and…
Amanda Suggests…
As you might expect from a librarian, I’ve always been a reader. Working here gives me easy access to any books I want, and I…
Youth Art Month
March is Youth Art Month! Youth Art Month is an annual observance each March to emphasize the value of art education for all children. We’ve…