Kids & Parents
Star Wars = learning fun! Research and common sense agree that kids read and learn best when the subject matter interests them. Popular culture phenomena like Star Wars can motivate even the most reluctant readers to pick up a book and learn.
Happening at the library
I always say that I have the best job in the library because I get to work with our impressive teen patrons. They motivate me, make me laugh, teach me new things, and give me a reason to look forward to a bright future for all of us. Teen Tech Week was no exception. We packed in three inspiring teen tech programs that had teens engineering, programming, and creating here at their library.
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How-to
Not yet done your 2013 federal and state income taxes? Need help? Don't panic. Read on.
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Spotlight
They’ll even give you a library card. It’s a special user card for non-students that allows you to check out three items at a time. You’ll find both scholarly and popular materials in their collection, including DVDs. It’s a great place to do serious research or just have fun. Right next to the library, there’s an art museum that focuses on modern and contemporary art. An exhibit of African-American poster artists is currently on display.
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Kids & Parents
Parents come to the library looking for many things. You know you can count on us for getting the right book or movie into your child's hands, but did you know that you can also count on us to help you find the right technology for your family as well?
We open at 1:00pm today.