The Library Blog
Summer Starts at Your Library 06.01.26
June brings summer reading, library adventures, and audiobook appreciation. Visit your local library to join programs, explore new places, and discover flexible, fun ways to read all season long.
Honoring Sacrifice: The Meaning of Memorial Day
Memorial Day commemorates U.S. military members who died in service, originating after the Civil War as Decoration Day and now honored through national ceremonies, traditions, and moments of reflection.
Bring Your Towel—Adventure Awaits! 05.18.26
Towel Day, highlights Douglas Adams’ advice to carry a towel for its practical uses, during all your summer adventures.
Libraries Support Mental Wellness 05.11.26
Mental Health Awareness Month highlights that every day libraries offer free access trusted resources welcoming staff community programs and calm spaces that support connection reduce isolation and promote wellbeing for people all ages.
Get Caught Reading 04.27.2026
Get Caught Reading Month celebrates reading’s joys and benefits, highlights libraries and community events, and encourages modeling a visible reading habit that builds empathy, skills, and lifelong curiosity for readers.
Find Joy during National Library Week 04.20.26
Celebrate National Library Week, April 19–25, by discovering books, programs, and resources that inspire learning, creativity, and connection. Find joy at your local library—free and welcoming for all.
Poetry Meaning Springs from Metaphor 04.13.26
Celebrate National Poetry Month by exploring how poetry offers comfort, emotional clarity, and connection—supporting mental health, inspiring hope, and giving voice to life’s most meaningful moments.
Celebrate the Joy of Reading
National D.E.A.R. Day on April 12 celebrates Beverly Cleary’s birthday, encouraging families to unplug, read together, reduce stress, spark imagination, and nurture a lifelong love of books for all ages.
The Enduring Magic of Picture Books
April celebrates picture books, poetry, and literature, highlighting how illustrated stories engage readers of all ages, enrich literacy skills, and invite families to rediscover library magic together for free everywhere.
NEA Big Read St. Croix Valley: “The Seed Keeper” 03.23.2026
NEA Big Read St. Croix Valley invites communities to read Diane Wilson’s The Seed Keeper, celebrating place, reciprocity, and stories through free books, programs, and libraries across Minnesota and Wisconsin.









