Tag Archives: Holidays

October is in full swing, and it’s scream season on the Library’s film app, Kanopy! Dive into Fright Fest – a spell-binding lineup horror hits, creepy thrillers, and spine-tingling cult classics to satisfy every scare craving – and see what frights lurk within… if you dare.

Go directly to the Fright Fest collection here: kanopy.com/category/60744

All you need to access this collection – as well as hundreds of other classic and indie films, TV shows, and documentaries – is your library card. 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. New media and watchlists are added on a regular basis!

The leaves are changing colors, the days are getting shorter, and Books & Spooks is back at the Library! Our themed book displays are stuffed with tales of ghosts and goblins galore this month as Halloween looms on the horizon; whether you’re looking for serious scares or just a few spine-tingles, we’ve got something for you. Stop by and take a look!

What better way to spend Labor Day than with family, friends, and thousands of top-notch films? The Library’s film app, Kanopy, is creating a curated collection of films and TV from across genres (and generations) to be the perfect accompaniment to get-togethers all over the United States. This special No Work, All Watch Weekend collection will become available on September 1st – just in time to settle in and enjoy while the long weekend winds down!

Can’t wait until Monday? You can also use your library card to access hundreds of other classic and indie films, TV shows, and documentaries on Kanopy. New media and watchlists are added on a regular basis! Once it launches, you can go directly to the No Work, All Watch Weekend collection here: kanopy.com/category/53883

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!

Clark Memorial Library will be closed Thursday, June 19th for Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, which commemorates the announcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865 – officially ending slavery in the Confederate states. Although it became a federal holiday in 2021, celebration of Juneteenth has existed in some form since 1866. We wish everyone a pleasant holiday!

Celebrate our planet with Kanopy’s curated collection of environmentally focused films for Earth Day! Dive into topics like conservation, environmentalism, and sustainable living through the magic of film.

Kanopy offers a wide range of documentaries, narratives, and series that highlight the beauty of nature and inspire action towards sustainability; 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!

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:

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.

“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!