“‘Come with me,’ Mom says. ‘To the library. Books and summertime go together.’” — Lisa Schroeder, I Heart You, You Haunt Me Summer is in full swing—and sometimes that means heatwaves, rainy days, or the familiar “I’m bored!” Whether you need a break from the sun or a...
“Watching the daybreak and sunrise. The pale rose and purple sky changing softly to daffodil yellow and white… Everything awakening alert and joyful.” —John Muir, My First Summer in the Sierra On July 19, 1869, naturalist John Muir captured the breathtaking dawn in...
“There were some problems only coffee and ice cream could fix.” – Amal El-Mohtar When summer temperatures soar, nothing beats the sweet relief of a cold scoop of ice cream. That’s why July is the perfect time to celebrate National Ice Cream Month—a delicious tradition...
“Freedom lies in being bold.” —Robert Frost The Fourth of July is a celebration filled with fireworks, parades, concerts, and cookouts. Families and friends gather for barbecues, races, fairs, and festive fun—all in honor of America’s independence. Just don’t forget...
“Having fun isn’t hard when you’ve got a library card.” – Marc Brown It’s that time of year again—the sun is shining, the school year is over, and somewhere in the distance, a child is declaring, “I’m bored!” Whether your kids are looking for something fun to do or...
“The public library is more than a repository of books. It’s a mysterious, wondrous place with the power to change lives.” ~ Elizabeth Taylor, actor Welcome to the vibrant world of your local library—where every visit adds a new hue to your imagination and...
