From the Library Director

                                Library Life

                with Director

               Autumn Yosten

 

Summer Reading is off and running! Haven’t signed up yet? There is still time to register yourself and the kids! Not into commitment? All members of the community are welcome to attend any Summer Reading Program (at any location), even if you are not registered. Even if you aren’t a Glenwood Library Card Holder! (But you really should be a card holder. It is free!!!) Some of our upcoming fun includes-

 

- Author visit story times! Bring the kids to hear children’s books read by their authors, then stay for a Q&A. Aspiring authors and creative kids are encouraged to come Tues. June 30th at 10:15 hear Katie Marie, and Thurs. July 16th at 11:20 enjoy Carlos Middlebrooks. 

 

- Teen time for crafts and campaigns! Alternating Mon. afternoons from 4:30-6:30 is time for rising 6th graders and older to hang out and either complete a craft or participate in a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. 

 

- Kid’s Entrepreneur Market! The Library is co-sponsoring a one-time event with the Glenwood Alumni Association, where kids can sell their crafts inside the Legion during the Farmer’s Market on Weds. July 1st. Kids are welcome to prep their wares at the library if they need time and space to work, and maybe a touch of guidance from a librarian. Email jenwilson2141@gmail.com to register. (Cost $5 per registrant.)

 

- Tie Dye Days! Bring your items and join us at Glenwood Lake Park Weds., July 15th or at the Library on Fri., July 24th for this annual favorite. Plain white items, prewashed, 100% cotton work best. Suggested items are t-shirts, bandanas, or socks. (All items must fit in a 1 gallon ziplock bag.) 

 

- Show and Tell! No, this one isn’t for the kids, it’s for the adults! Bring a favorite possession, a sample of a collection, or unique memorabilia to show off to other patrons tonight (Weds., the 24th) at 5pm. 

 

 - Join the Friends of the Library for In Our Reading Era on Sat., July 18 from 8:00–11:00 a.m. at A BEan Above – Studio 26! Shop books, bookmarks, buttons, pins, and Blind Date with a Book selections for both kids and adults. Create your own friendship bracelet ($3 each), browse fun bookish goodies, and celebrate all things reading! Plus, A BEan Above will be serving up their delicious drinks and treats, and every purchase comes with a discount coupon to either Adriano’s or Parea!

 

There is so much more going on at the library, so be sure to check our website or social media for more events all summer long.

 

We thank our community for the ongoing support from in-person volunteers to memorial donors, including those for Barbara Curry Crouch from Mills Masquers and Martin and Nancy Wright.