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Spelling Bee Fundraiser
Spelling Bee Fundraiser
Friday, September 18 6-9pm in Library Park Join us for a fun, fast-paced competitive Spelling Bee for teens and adults with friendly competition, prizes, light nibbles, a cash bar, and a silent auction.
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September is Library Card Signup Month!
September is Library Card Signup Month!
September is Library Card Signup Month! Sign up or renew your card and win a prize! Cards created or renewed between September 1-30 are automatically entered into the raffle. Prize includes: PFL Tumbler, due date playing cards, vintage typewriter bookplates and assorted stickers.
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Fall Hours Start Saturday, September 5
Fall Hours Start Saturday, September 5
Fall hours run Labor Day to Memorial Day and are as follows: Monday: 10am – 5pm Tuesday: 10am – 7pm Wednesday: 10am – 7pm Thursday: 10am – 5pm Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday: 10am – 4pm Sunday: Closed
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New Library of Things Items
New Library of Things Items
We have added many new items to our Library of Things this summer, including a VHS/VCR Player, Croquet, a Gardening Kit, Kombucha and Sourdough Starters, and more! See the complete list here, and visit the Reference Desk to reserve your starter.
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Summer Classics: Moby Dick
Summer Classics: Moby Dick
Every summer we take a break from our usual book pairings to explore a classic! 2026’s selection is Herman Melville’s Moby Dick, a tale of adventure, jealousy, and whales. Kick off this year’s adventure and come back for lectures, discussions, and more. New members are always welcome! Summer Schedule Read Moby Dick That’s it.
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