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Poem in Your Pocket Day is a special event that takes place every year on a day in National Poetry Month – this year it’s today, April 10th! Help the Library celebrate by taking a “poem for your pocket” from the display on the the curbside pickup table in the foyer, the Friends of the Library nook at the bottom of the stairs, or the main desk upstairs.. Each paper pocket features either a short poem or an excerpt from a longer poem; you can simply enjoy them as is, use them as inspiration for your own creative work, or share them with friends and family! They will continue to be available through the remainder of the month, so don’t worry if you miss the holiday itself.

Roses are red / on return screens they appear
In Libby’s collection / poetry is always near.

Looking for something to read for National Poetry Month? Check Libby, the Library’s source for ebooks and audiobooks! There are thousands of titles to choose from, many available in both formats – and if you have an Amazon Kindle, you can download titles directly to your device. All you need to create an account are your name and library card number. Check out the video below for a quick introduction to Libby’s functions and resources, or visit the Getting Started with Libby webpage:

“This is the world I want to live in. The shared world.”

It’s National Poetry Month once again! Launched by a nonprofit charitable organization called the Academy of American Poets in April 1996, National Poetry Month has since become the largest literary celebration in the world. Check out our April book displays, which feature everything from the collected works of famous poets to simple stories with rhyming text, as well as the stories of poets both real and fictional. Even if you’ve never had an interest in poetry, there’s sure to be something here you’ll love!

The 2025 National Poetry Month poster features an excerpt from the poem “Gate A-4”, by former Young People’s Poet Laureate and Academy Chancellor Naomi Shihab Nye, as well as artwork by New York Times-bestselling author and illustrator Christy Mandin.

The Library’s video streaming service, Kanopy, is offering a curated collection of romantic films, heartwarming love stories, and touching documentaries for the Valentine’s weekend! These titles explore the many facets of love, from the joy of new romance to the enduring strength of long-term relationships.

You can use your library card to access this collection, as well as hundreds of other classic and indie films, TV shows, and documentaries. New media and watchlists are added on a regular basis. For a quick walkthrough of how to set up and use a Kanopy account, visit their Getting Started webpage; if you already have an account, just sign in and enjoy!

February is Black History Month, and the Library’s video streaming service, Kanopy, is honoring this celebration of the rich cultural heritage and impactful achievements of Black Americans with a selection of powerful films. Kanopy’s curated watchlists offer profound looks into the history, resilience, and progress of the Black community. For more information about the holiday and access to countless other resources and events, you can visit the Black History Month web portal.

You can use your library card to access the Kanopy collection, as well as hundreds of other classic and indie films, TV shows, and documentaries. New media and watchlists are added on a regular basis. For a quick walkthrough of how to set up and use a Kanopy account, visit their Getting Started webpage; if you already have an account, just sign in and enjoy!

Make a valentine at the Library!
Tuesday, February 4th through Friday, February 14th during Library hours, we will have supplies available in the makerspace for patrons to create their own custom Valentine’s Day cards! All ages welcome!

January is National Hobby Month, a time to celebrate your favorite hobbies and pastimes, and to try out new ones. Our book displays this month showcase all kinds of hobbies, from outdoor activities like swimming or hiking, to artsy projects like painting or knitting, as well as stories about characters having fun following their passions. Take a look – you could pick up a new hobby, or get back into an old one that you haven’t thought about in a while!

The Library will close at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31st, and be closed Wednesday, January 1st for New Year’s Day; we will open at 10:30 AM as usual on Thursday, January 2nd. Happy New Year to all of our patrons, and thank you for making 2024 such a wonderful experience!

The Library will be closed Tuesday, December 24th & Wednesday, December 25th for Christmas, so make sure to pick up your holiday reads ahead of time. We will open at 10:30 AM as usual on Thursday, December 26th. Happy Holidays!