The Library Blog

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.

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.

Towel Day, highlights Douglas Adams’ advice to carry a towel for its practical uses, during all your summer adventures.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.