Tuesday at 11 am PreschoolStorytime – We’ll
have stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Tuesday at 5 pm Library Closing Early – The library will close at 5 pm for a Staff
Appreciation Dinner on Tuesday, December 17th. We will reopen for normal hours
on Wednesday, December 18th at 9 a.m.
Wednesday at 11 am LapsitStorytime – Storytimes
for newborns to 2 year olds. Come listen to stories, sing songs, and develop
key literacy skills. Also, every child gets a free book to take home!
Wednesday at 2 pm Spinning Yarns group – Hang out with other adults who share your
interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework. Bring your own materials.
All are welcome.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – Evening Storytime is open to all ages. We’ll have
stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take
home at every storytime.
Thursday at 6 pm Movie Time – Watch a fun new movie at the library. After
discovering a Yeti on the roof of her apartment building, teenage Yi and her
two friends embark on an epic quest to reunite the magical creature with his
family. We’ll provide popcorn and drinks or you can bring your own drinks.
Friday at Noon Ugly Sweater Party – Wear an ugly Christmas sweater for this fun
party for adults! Participate in a White Elephant gift exchange (bring a gift
costing $10 or less), play games, and eat snacks. Adults only. Seating is
limited. Sign up online at lmlibrary.org or at the front desk.
Saturday at 1 pm Last Minute Make & Take Holiday Gifts – Don’t know what to get
your friends or family this holiday season? On Saturday, December 21st
from 1 to 3 pm, join us to make something with your own hands that they are sure
to enjoy! We will have several different craft gift options to choose from, you
are welcome to make one or make them all. This event is free but supplies will
be limited.
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Food for Fines
Food
for Fines is still going on until the end of the year. Donate canned vegetables,
any nonperishable food items, new toiletries (toothpaste, soap, toilet paper,
etc.), or socks to the library and we will waive your overdue fines! All
donated items will be given to local charities. (No expired or used donations,
please.) Donate to a worthy cause and get your overdue fines forgiven.
This
works for overdue fines only, fines for lost or damaged items will not be
waived.
Video & Board
Game Day
Kids
out for Christmas break? On Monday, December 23rd between 1 and 4 pm, come on
down to play video and board games at the library! We have all kinds of games
that will keep them entertained.
Closed for Christmas
Holiday
The
library will be closed for the Christmas holiday on Tuesday, December 24th
through Thursday the 26th. We will reopen for normal hours on Friday the 27th from 9:00
a.m.to 6:00 p.m.
Bad Art Kids Craft
Kids, are you bad at art, but love
to do it anyway? On Friday, December 27th at 2 pm, come to Bad Art: Kids
Edition, where the worst art is the best! We will be making art out of leftover
craft supplies.
Indoor Snowball Fight
Kids & teens don’t be bored at
home, come to the library and join in on our indoor snowball fight! On Monday, December
30th at 1 pm, we will be crafting our own marshmallow shooters and will have a
“snowball” fight with them.
Noon Year’s Eve Party
Starting at 10:30 am on Tuesday,
December 31st, we’re counting down to Noon for our Noon Year’s Eve party. Kids
can celebrate of the coming New Year with fun and games without having to stay
up until midnight!
Library Closed for New Year’s Eve and Day
The library will close at 1 pm on
Tuesday, December 31st and will be closed on Wednesday, January 1st for New
Year’s Day. We will reopen for normal hours on Thursday the 2nd from 9:00 a.m.
to 8:00 p.m.
Beginner’s 3D Printing Workshop
Do you have questions about 3D
printing? Come to our beginner’s workshop to learn how to use the library’s 3D
printer.
On Monday, January 6th at
6 p.m., we will walk through the process of finding a print-ready file online
that you can print as is or alter to fit your needs. The workshop is held every
1st Monday of the month at 6 p.m. All ages welcome. Signup online
(http://lmlibrary.org) or at the front desk.
Spinning Yarns
On Wednesday, January 8th
from 2 to 4 pm – join our Spinning Yarns group and spend time with other adults
who share your interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework! Bring your
own materials and work on your ongoing projects. Beginners to experts, are all
welcome.
Library and Lunch book discussion
In January, we will discuss “The
Mother-in-Law” by Sally Hepworth. We’ll meet on Tuesday, January 14th
at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join the discussion.
Tuesday at 11 am PreschoolStorytime – We’ll have stories, songs, crafts, and more!
Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Wednesday at 11 am LapsitStorytime – Storytimes
for newborns to 2 year olds. We’ll have stories, songs, and rhymes. Also, every
child gets a free book to take home!
Wednesday at 2 pm Spinning Yarns group – Hang out with other adults who share your
interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework. Bring your own materials.
All are welcome.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – Evening Storytime is open to all ages. We’ll have
stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take
home at every storytime.
Thursday at 6 pm Movie Time – Watch a new live-action adaptation of a popular
Nickelodeon television series. Teenage Dora leads her friends on an adventure
to save her parents and solve the mystery behind a lost city of gold. We’ll
provide popcorn and drinks or you can bring your own drinks.
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Food
for Fines
Donate
canned vegetables, any nonperishable food items, new toiletries (toothpaste,
soap, toilet paper, etc.), or socks to the library and we will waive your
overdue fines! All donated items will be given to local charities. (No expired or
used donations, please.) From now until the end of the year, donate to a worthy
cause and get your overdue fines forgiven.
This
works for overdue fines only, fines for lost or damaged items will not be
waived.
Closed for
Thanksgiving Holiday
The
library will close at 1 pm on Wednesday the 27th and will be closed
on Thursday the 28th and Friday the 29th. We will reopen
for normal hours on Saturday the 30th from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Beginner’s 3D Printing Workshop
Do you have questions about 3D printing?
Come to our beginner’s workshop to learn how to use the library’s 3D printer.
On Monday, December 2nd at
6 p.m., we will walk through the process of finding a print-ready file online
that you can print as is or alter to fit your needs. The workshop is held every
1st Monday of the month at 6 p.m. All ages welcome. Signup online
(http://lmlibrary.org) or at the front desk.
Spinning Yarns
On Wednesday, December 4th
from 2 to 4 pm – join our Spinning Yarns group and spend time with other adults
who share your interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework! Bring your
own materials and work on your ongoing projects. Beginners to experts, are all
welcome.
Library and Lunch book discussion
In December we will discuss “Mr.
Dickens and His Carol” by Samantha Silva. We’ll meet on Tuesday, December 10th
at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join the discussion.
Tuesday at 11 am PreschoolStorytime – We’ll have stories, songs, crafts, and more!
Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Wednesday at 11 am LapsitStorytime – Storytimes
for newborns to 2 year olds. We’ll have stories, songs, and rhymes. Also, every
child gets a free book to take home!
Wednesday at 2 pm Spinning Yarns group – Hang out with other adults who share your
interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework. Bring your own materials.
All are welcome.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – Evening Storytime is open to all ages. We’ll have
stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take
home at every storytime.
Saturday at 1 pm Family Halloween Party – Everyone’s invited to our family Halloween
party. There will be games, crafts and candy. Don’t forget to dress up in your
best costume!
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Escape
Room: Hocus Pocus
If you haven’t experienced our Hocus Pocus themed
Escape Room yet, this week is your last chance. The Escape Room is free and is open
to ages 10 and older for groups of 2 to 5 people. Sign up is required, please
call the library (620-626-0180) to reserve your spot! It is open from 2 pm to 7
pm Monday through Thursday, and 1 pm to 5 pm on Friday and Saturday.
Interactive
Movie
On Monday October 28th at 6 pm, enjoy an interactive
showing of a Halloween Disney movie. Teenage Max moves to Salem where he
accidentally releases the Sanderson sisters, witches who lived 300 years ago.
Max and his friends must stop them before it’s too late.
Recipe
Swap
On
Tuesday, October 29th at 6:30pm join us for Recipe Swap and share your favorite
recipe with fellow patrons who share your passion for cooking. Every month is a
different theme! This month’s theme is “Orange you glad you’re in Recipe
Swap!”, any recipe with the color orange in it.
Halloween
Bunco
On
Halloween day at Noon, Wear your costumes and join us for for Bunco, the
popular dice game! Registration is required, so register by phone, (620-626-0180),
online at lmlibrary.org or in person.
Adults only.
Teen Halloween
Party
Teens
in middle school and high school, come join us on Thursday, October 31st at 6
pm for a Halloween party just for you! We will have a costume contest, games,
and snacks!
Beginner’s 3D Printing Workshop
Do you have questions about 3D
printing? Come to our beginner’s workshop to learn how to use the library’s 3D
printer.
On Monday, November 4th
at 6 p.m., we will walk through the process of finding a print-ready file
online that you can print as is or alter to fit your needs. The workshop is
held every 1st Monday of the month at 6 p.m. All ages welcome. Signup
online (http://lmlibrary.org) or at the front desk.
Spinning Yarns
On Wednesday, November 6th from 2 to
4 pm – join our Spinning Yarns group and spend time with other adults who share
your interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework! Bring your own
materials and work on your ongoing projects. Beginners to experts, are all
welcome.
Library and Lunch book discussion
For November’s book discussion, we asked
our patrons to write down the names of authors they are most thankful for and we
put them in a bowl for others to draw from. Come to the circulation desk to
draw an author’s name and find a book in the library written by that author. We’ll
meet on Tuesday, November 12th at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join
the discussion.
Tuesday at 11 am PreschoolStorytime – We’ll have stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Tuesday at 5:30 pm Movie Time – A kind-hearted street urchin and a power-hungry Grand Vizier vie for a magic lamp that has the power to make their deepest wishes come true. We will bring the popcorn and you can bring the soda!
Wednesday at 11 am LapsitStorytime – Storytimes for newborns to 2 year olds. We’ll have stories, songs, and rhymes. Also, every child gets a free book to take home!
Wednesday at 2 pm Game Day for Adults – Hang out with other adults and play board or card games.
Thursday at 2 pm Comfort for Critters – Make knotted fleece blankets to donate to the Liberal Animal Shelter.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – Evening Storytime is open to all ages. We’ll have stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
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Recipe Swap
On Tuesday, September 24th at 6:30 p.m., join us for Recipe Swap and share your favorite recipe with fellow patrons who share your passion — cooking!
Every month is a different theme! This month’s theme is “Chicken and Waffles”, breakfast recipes or any recipes that include chicken.
Spinning Yarns
On Wednesday, September 25th from 2 to 4 pm – join our Spinning Yarns group and spend time with other adults who share your interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework! Bring your own materials and work on your ongoing projects. Beginners to experts, are all welcome.
Pirate Party
Kids, celebrate “Talk like a Pirate Day”, at the library on Saturday, the 28th at 1 pm with a pirate themed Disney movie featuring Tinkerbell. We’ll also have pirate themed crafts to do while you enjoy the movie.
Comfort for Critters
On Thursday, Sept. 19th and again on Oct. 3rd from 2 to 4 pm, we’re getting together to make knotted fleece blankets for the cats and dogs at the Liberal Animal Shelter.
Please sign up for either or both sessions by calling (620) 626-0180 or online at http://lmlibrary.org. You could also help by donating fleece for the blankets. Donations are needed by Sept. 16th.
Beginner’s 3D Printing Workshop
Do you have questions about 3D printing? Come to our beginner’s workshop to learn how to use the library’s 3D printer.
On Monday, October 7th at 6 p.m., we will walk through the process of finding a print-ready file online that you can print as is or alter to fit your needs. The workshop is held every 1st Monday of the month at 6 p.m. All ages welcome. Signup online (http://lmlibrary.org) or at the front desk.
Library and Lunch book discussion
In October, we will discuss “The Thirteenth Tale” by Diane Setterfield. We’ll meet on Tuesday, October 8th at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join the discussion.
Book Series Spotlight
Inspired by the upcoming “International Talk Like a Pirate Day”, I decided draw attention to a new series of books with a futuristic pirate theme.
The galaxy has seen great empires rise and fall. Planets have shattered and been remade. Humanity still thrives amongst the ruins of alien civilizations. There are vast fortunes to be made, if you know where to find them . . . Captain Rackamore and his crew do. It’s their business to find abandoned worlds and to crack them open for the ancient relics and barely-remembered technologies inside. But while they ply their risky trade with integrity, not everyone is so scrupulous.
Sisters, Adrana and Fura Ness are the newest members of Rackamore’s crew, signed on to save their family from bankruptcy. Only Rackamore has enemies, and there might be more waiting for them in space than adventure and fortune: the fabled and feared Bosa Sennen in particular.
Revenger is a tale of space pirates, buried treasure and phantom weapons, of unspeakable hazards and single-minded heroism . . . and of vengeance
Adrana and Fura Ness have finally been reunited, but both have changed beyond recognition. Once desperate for adventure, now Adrana is haunted by her enslavement on the feared pirate Bosa Sennen’s ship. And rumors of Bosa Sennen’s hidden cache of treasure have ensnared her sister, Fura, into single-minded obsession.
Shadow Captain is a desperate story of cursed ships, vengeful corporations, and alien artifacts, of daring escapes and wealth beyond imagining … and of betrayal.
Tuesday at 11 am PreschoolStorytime – With Summer Reading over, we are resuming our normal storytime schedule. We’ll have stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Tuesday at 5 pm Movie Time – The events set in motion by Thanos that wiped out half the universe and fractured the Avengers ranks compels the remaining Avengers to take a final stand in the latest movie from the Marvel universe. We will bring the popcorn and you can bring the soda!
Wednesday at 11 am LapsitStorytime – Storytimes for newborns to 2 year olds. We’ll have stories, songs, and rhymes. Also, every child gets a free book to take home!
Wednesday at 2 pm Spinning Yarns group – Hang out with other adults who share your interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework. Bring your own materials. All are welcome.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – Evening Storytime is open to all ages. We’ll have stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Friday at 4 pm Movie Time – Can’t get enough of our summer reading theme “A Universe of Stories”? Catch this movie that fits into the theme but didn’t quite fit into our schedule for the summer. Video game expert Alex Rogan finds himself transported to another planet after conquering a video game only to find out it was just a test. He is recruited to join the team of best starfighters to defend their world from the attack.
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Recipe Swap
On Tuesday, August 27th at 6:30 p.m., join us for Recipe Swap and share your favorite recipe with fellow patrons who share your passion — cooking!
Every month is a different theme! This month’s theme is “A Taste of Your Name”, Recipes that start with the first initial of your name.
Teen Kahoot Trivia: Avatar the Last Airbender
Teens, see how much you know about the show Avatar the Last Airbender. On Thursday, August 29th at 6 pm play Kahoot Trivia at the library. Even if you don’t know the answers it’s still fun. Bring your own electronic device or use one of our laptops to play along on Kahoot. Prizes will be available.
Closed for Labor Day
The Library will be closed on Monday, September 2nd for Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday at 9 am for our regular hours.
Escape Room: Escape the Library!
Join us for our very first Escape Room! This room is free to the public and is perfect for beginners. It will give you a taste of what escape rooms are all about. Escape the Library!
You have lost track of time while assisting Royce, the director, and need to find your way out! The escape room has 30-minute time limit and a limit of four people in a group. It is best for teens and adults (11 and up). Sign up is required. Please call (620)626-0180 and ask for Sarah for more information or to sign up.
Beginner’s 3D Printing Workshop
Do you have questions about 3D printing? Come to our beginner’s workshop to learn how to use the library’s 3D printer.
On Monday, September 9th at 6 p.m., we will walk through the process of finding a print-ready file online that you can print as is or alter to fit your needs. The workshop is held every 1st Monday of the month at 6 p.m. All ages welcome. Signup online (http://lmlibrary.org) or at the front desk.
Teen Video Game Day
Celebrate National Video Games Day with us on September 12th from 4:30 to 7 pm! Free play will be open for all of our systems and if there is enough interest, we will have a tournament.
Library and Lunch book discussion
In September, we will discuss “This Is How It Always Is” by Laurie Frankel. We’ll meet on Tuesday, September 10th at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join the discussion.
Movie Time
Treat yourself to this brand new live action version of a classic Disney movie. On Tuesday, September 17th at 5:30 pm, watch a kindhearted street urchin and a power-hungry Grand Vizier vie for a magic lamp that has the power to make their deepest wishes come true.
Monday – Friday at 11:30 am to 12:30 pm – Summer Lunches are still being served in the Downstairs Activity Area at the Library. USD 480’s Summer Food Service Program is open to all children and teens, ages 1-18.
Monday at 4:30 pm Movie Time – Made in 2009, this movie stars Dwayne Johnson, Jessica Biel and Justin Long. Astronaut Chuck Baker lands on what he thinks is an uninhabited alien planet, only to discover that he has accidentally invaded an alien civilization.
Tuesday at 11 am Storytime – 3 to 6 years – We’ll have space themed stories and crafts. Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Tuesday at 4 pm Teen Kahoot Trivia: Stranger Things – Join us for Stranger Things trivia hosted on Kahoot. Kahoot is a fun website/app for classroom style quizzes. The questions for this will be themed around Stranger Things, don’t worry if you don’t know the answers; come for fun! There will be a prize for the winner!
Tuesday at 6 pm Bad Art for Adults – Are you bad at art, but love to do it anyway? Come to our Bad Art program where the worst art is the best! We will be making art out of leftover craft supplies and voting on the worst – or is it the best?!
Wednesday at 11 am Storytime – Birth to 2 years– Storytimes for newborns to 2 year olds. We’ll have stories, songs, and rhymes. Also, every child gets a free book to take home!
Wednesday at 2 pm Spinning Yarns group – Hang out with other adults who share your interest in crochet, knitting, or other needlework. Bring your own materials. All are welcome.
Wednesday at 4 pm Teen DIY: Shark Week Jewelry Making – During Summer Reading, we will have a series of DIY programs for teens. This week’s DIY project is inspired by Shark Week.
Thursday at 11 am Storytime – 7 to 11 years – We’ll have space themed stories and crafts. Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – Evening Storytime is open to all ages. We’ll have space themed stories and crafts. Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Thursday at 6 pm Fandom Debates – Teens, got a favorite fandom? Come argue your opinions! Go head to head about topics like books, manga, pop culture, movies, TV, whatever you’re a fan of.
Friday at Noon Adult End of Summer Reading Party – We will be drawing for the winners of our Summer Reading Bingo Card program while enjoying pizza! Sign up required. Signup onlineor at the front desk.
Friday at 2 pm Kid’s End of Summer Reading Party – At our Kids End of Summer Reading Party on Friday, July 26th at 2 pm, we will be eating pizza and watching a Disney Pixar movie about a lovable robot. If you haven’t already turned in your reading logs, this will be your last chance to turn them in and get a prize.
Friday at 4 pm Teen End of Summer Reading Party – Come to our Teen End of Summer Reading Party for your last chance to finish your bingo card and get prizes! If you missed out on any of the previous programs, DIY or Kahoot Trivia, you will have a chance to participate during the party. In addition, we will be playing board and card games and have snacks available.
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Recipe Swap
On Tuesday, July 30th at 6:30 p.m., join us for Recipe Swap and share your favorite recipe with fellow patrons who share your passion — cooking! Every month is a different theme. This month’s theme is “Picnic Foods”.
Harry Potter’s Birthday Party
Harry Potter is turning 39 this year. Celebrate his birthday with us on Wednesday, July 31st at 4 p.m. Watch a movie and get sorted into your Hogwarts house. Refreshments will include butterbeer and cupcakes.
Beginner’s 3D Printing Workshop
Do you have questions about 3D printing? Come to our beginner’s workshop to learn how to use the library’s 3D printer.
On Monday, August 5th at 6 p.m., we will walk through the process of finding a print-ready file online that you can print as is or alter to fit your needs. The workshop is held the every 1st Monday of the month at 6 p.m. All ages welcome. Signup online or at the front desk.
Library and Lunch book discussion
In August, we will discuss “Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper” by Phaedra Patrick. We’ll meet on Tuesday, August 13th at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join the discussion.
Monday – Friday at 11:30 am to 12:30 pm – Summer Lunches will be served in the Downstairs Activity Area at the Library. USD 480’s Summer Food Service Program is open to all children and teens, ages 1-18.
Monday at 2 pm Mythology Behind the Constellations – Matthew McIntyre and Katie Rages share the mythology behind the constellations. Part of our “A Universe of Stories” Teen Summer Reading Program.
Tuesday at 11 am Storytime – 3 to 6 years – We’ll have space themed stories and crafts. Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Tuesday at 4 pm Teen DIY: Space Spray Paint Art – During Summer Reading, we will have a series of DIY programs for teens. This week we will be making space scenes out of spray paint on poster paper. We will have supplies for the first 25 teens.
Wednesday at 11 am Storytime – Birth to 2 years– Storytimes for newborns to 2 year olds. We’ll have stories, songs, and rhymes. Also, every child gets a free book to take home!
Wednesday at 6 pm Juneteenth Program – Join us in the coffee bar area for a Juneteenth presentation for all ages. Juneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. It is also called Emancipation Day and Freedom Day.
Thursday at Noon Adult Craft Day – Join us for a fun summer themed craft, supplies will be provided, sign up required.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – Evening Storytime is open to all ages. We’ll have space themed stories and crafts. Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime.
Thursday at 6 pm Fandom Debates – Teens, got a favorite fandom? Come argue your opinions! Go head to head about topics like books, manga, pop culture, movies, TV, whatever your a fan of.
Friday at 1 pm Jammin’ Randy –The show is called “Rockin’ through the Universe” and will include original songs that teach about the planets and also include fun dance songs!
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There will be a lot more special events in the next month as part of our Summer Reading program. Pick up an event calendar at the library or visit our website, http://lmlibrary.org, for more information.
Monday, June 24th at 2 pm – Mythology Behind the Constellations part 2
Tuesday, June 25th at 4 pm – Teen Kahoot Trivia: Star Wars
Tuesday, June 25th at 6:30pm – Recipe Swap
Wednesday, June 26th at 1pm – Mad Science, Destination: Moon!
Wednesday, June 26th at 2pm – Spinning Yarns group
Friday, June 28th at 3:30pm – Interactive Movie for adults and teens
Tuesday, July 2nd at 1:30pm – Dan Dan the Magic Man, “Cosmic Conjuring: A Universe of Magic”
Tuesday, July 2nd at 4 pm – Teen DIY: Sonic Screwdriver Pens
Tuesday, July 9th at 1 pm – Musician Aaron Fowler and Miss Bella, will share stories and songs. For ages 4 & up.
Wednesday, July 10th at 2 pm – Astronomy Class, teen program presented by Darrin Hook
Thursday, July 11th at 1 pm – Troy Graham, folk singer-songwriter, poet, children’s entertainer
Friday, July 19 at 1:30 pm – Priscilla Howe, A Galaxy of Giggles
Summer Reading Signup
It’s still not too late to sign up for summer reading. Kid’s birth to 11 years old can sign-up for summer reading online (http://lmlibrary.org/kids/summerreading/) or at the library. For teens, 6th – 12th grade, no sign-up is needed. Just come to the library to get your Teen Summer Reading bingo card and find out how to get started. Adults have their own summer reading program. Sign up for it online (http://lmlibrary.org/adults/summerreading/) or at the library.
Tuesday at 11 am Storytime – Stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime. Story times are open to children of all ages.
Wednesday at 11 am Lapsit Storytime – Special storytime for children ages 0-2. Come listen to stories, sing songs, and develop key literacy skills. Also, every child gets a FREE book to take home!
Thursday at 2 pm Spinning Yarns group – Do you love to crochet, knit, or do other needlework? Would you like to spend time with others who share your interest, give pointers, and socialize? Then come and join our Spinning Yarns group! Please bring your own materials. Beginners to experts are all welcome.
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – If you can’t make it to the morning storytime on Tuesday, you can come to the evening Thursday one instead. For children of all ages.
Thursday at 6 pm Movie – Come join us for a fun new animated movie! See the further adventures of Hiccup, Toothless and their dragon-riding friends.
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Closed Memorial Day
The Library will be closed on Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day. We will be reopen on Tuesday for our normal hours, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Recipe Swap
On Tuesday, May 28th at 6:30 p.m., join us for Recipe Swap and share your favorite recipe with fellow patrons who share your passion — cooking! Every month is a different theme. This month’s theme is “National Hamburger and Salad Day”.
Summer Reading Kick Off Party
Come to our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party to celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading on Monday, June 3rd this year.
Kid’s birth to 11 years old can sign-up for summer reading online (http://lmlibrary.org/kids/summerreading/) or at the library. For teens, 6th – 12th grade, no sign-up is needed. Just come in to the library to get your Teen Summer Reading bingo card and find out how to get started.
We will have several special performers at the library during Summer Reading, including:
Friday, June 7th at 1:30 – Smoky Hills PBS Share-a-story
Thursday, June 13th at 1 pm – Eric Vaughn, comedy magician
Monday, June 17th at 2 pm and Monday, June 24th at 2 pm – Mythology Behind the Constellations,
teen program presented by Matthew McIntyre and Katie Rages
Friday, June 21st at 1 pm – Jammin’ Randy, “Rockin’ Through the Universe”
Wednesday, June 26th at 1 pm – Mad Science, Destination: Moon!
Tuesday, July 2nd at 1:30 – Dan Dan the Magic Man, “Cosmic Conjuring: A Universe of Magic”
Tuesday, July 9th
at 1 pm – Musician Aaron Fowler and Miss Bella, will share stories and songs. For ages 4 & up.
Wednesday, July 10th at 2 pm – Astronomy Class, teen program presented by Darrin Hook
Thursday, July 11th at 1 pm – Troy Graham, folk singer-songwriter, poet, children’s entertainer
Friday, July 19 at 1:30 pm – Priscilla Howe, A Galaxy of Giggles
Summer Lunches
This summer, lunches will be served from 11:30 to 12:30, Monday – Friday in the Downstairs Activity Area at the Library. USD 480’s Summer Food Service Program is open to all children and teens, ages 1-18. No registration or identification required. For more information, contact Connie Vogts at 620-604-1204.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
At the same time that Summer Reading is starting, we will also begin our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. This free program encourages you to read 1000 books to your child before he/she enters school – a goal experts say children need to help them learn to read for themselves. Babies up to children not-yet-enrolled in kindergarten are invited to participate in this new free program. Stop by the library to sign up today! Your child will receive a prize after each 200 books he/she reads.
Smoky Hills PBS Share-a-story
On Friday, June 7th at 1:30 pm, Jennifer Hanson, a Share-A-Story Presenter from Smoky Hills PBS, will come to the library and read “There’s No Place Like Space!” by Tish Rabe and each child will get a copy of the book to take home.
After that we will watch a fun video about gravity and make rockets out of construction paper.
Library and Lunch book discussion
In June, we will discuss “The Rent Collector” by Camron Wright. We’ll meet on Tuesday, June 11th at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join the discussion.
Monday at 2 pm Video & Board Game Day – Don’t be bored at home; come play video and board games with us! We’ll have: Headbanz, Battleship, Checkers, Pictureka, Uno, Just Dance, Mariokart, Super Smash Brothers, and more!
Tuesday at 11 am Storytime – Stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime. Story times are open to children of all ages.
Wednesday at 11 am Lapsit Storytime – Special storytime for children ages 0-2. Come listen to stories, sing songs, and develop key literacy skills. Also, every child gets a FREE book to take home!
Thursday at 2 pm Game Day for Adults – Join us for Game Day for Adults. Hang out with other adults and play board or card games like Mexican Train Dominoes, Card Bingo, or the card game “5 Crowns.”
Thursday at 5:30 pm Spanish Storytime – Listen to stories and songs in Spanish, plus make a fun craft. All ages are welcome. Every child gets a free book to take home.
Saturday at 4 pm Open Mic: Poetry – In honor of Poetry Month we are hosting an open mic night dedicated to poetry! Come join us to recite your favorite poem or share with us your own original piece! Sign up will be open on the day of the event.
Join us in our coffee bar for a traditional open mic feel! Everyone will get to vote for their favorite poet and the winner will receive a prize. Join us to listen or to share, either way it will be a good time.
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Recipe Swap
On Tuesday, April 30th at 6:30 p.m., join us for Recipe Swap and share your favorite recipe with fellow patrons who share your passion — cooking!
Every month is a different theme. This month’s theme is recipes from the book ”A taste of murder : diabolically delicious recipes from contemporary mystery writers”.
Tea Party
Get fancy at our Mommy and Me Fancy Nancy tea party on May 11th at 1:30 pm.
Seating is limited. Signup online or at the library starting May 1st.
Movies
On Saturday, May 4 at 1 pm, May the 4th be with you for our Star Wars Day celebration. Vote for which Star Wars movie we will watch. Enjoy Star Wars Snack Mix and Yoda Soda during the movie! There will also be a photo booth and costume contest!
On Thursday, May 23rd at 6 pm, watch a fun new animated movie about dragons.
Library and Lunch
In May we will discuss “Crazy Rich Asians” by Keven Kwan. We’ll meet on Tuesday, May 14th at 12 p.m. Bring your lunch and join the discussion.
Teen Craft: Pillowcase Decorating
Want a way to remember this school year? On Tuesday, May 14 at 4:30 pm, come and decorate a pillowcase to take to school and have all your friends sign!
Closed Memorial Day
The Library will be closed on Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day. We will be reopen on Tuesday for our normal hours, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday at 11 am Storytime – Stories, songs, crafts, and more! Plus, every child gets a free book to take home at every storytime. Story times are open to children of all ages.
Tuesday at 4 pm Teen Craft: Comic Coasters – Repurpose old comics into new coasters! Supplies will be provided, first come first serve. For Teens only (13—18)
Wednesday at 11 am Lapsit Storytime – Special storytime for children ages 0-2. Come listen to stories, sing songs, and develop key literacy skills. Also, every child gets a FREE book to take home!
Thursday at 2 pm Game Day for Adults – Join us for Game Day for Adults. Hang out with other adults and play Mexican Train Dominoes, Spoons, or the card game “5 Crowns.”
Thursday at 5:30 pm Storytime – If you can’t make it to the morning storytime on Tuesday, you can come to the evening Thursday one instead. For children of all ages.
Thursday at 6 pm and again Saturday at 2 pm Movie – Come join us for a fun animated movie! See the further adventures of your favorite web slinging super heroes. If you can’t make it Thursday night, you can come see the movie Saturday afternoon instead. We’ll bring the popcorn and you can bring your own soda.
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Recipe Swap
On Tuesday, March 26th at 6:30 p.m., join us for Recipe Swap and share your favorite recipe with fellow patrons who share your passion — cooking! Every month is a different theme. This month’s theme is “Sweet or Savory Pies”.
Fairytale & Fables Party
Kids, join us at the library where we will listen to old tales and fables, play fun games and make a cool crafts! Saturday, March 30 at 1:30 pm
Movies
On Saturday, April 6th at 2 pm, watch the sequel to a classic Disney movie where a well-known nanny returns to help her former charges through a difficult time in their lives.
On Thursday, April 11th at 6 pm, we will show a touching movie adaptation of a book about a lost dog traveling through the Colorado wilderness in search of her owner.
Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Academy
Tuesday, April 16th at 4 pm – Are you a new fan just itching to learn to play the Yu-Gi-Oh trading card game? Did you used to play and need a refresher? Come to the library and learn with Fire Heart Games during our Duel Academy class! Open to all ages that are willing to learn, all materials will be provided unless you want to bring your own cards to use.
March Book Madness
There’s still time to cast your votes in our March Book Madness contest.
We’ve taken our sixteen most popular books from each area of the library: adult, teen, and kids, and pitted them against each other in a battle to see which books will become our 2019 Books of the Year.
Right now, we are down to the Final Four and this Friday we will tally the votes to see which books will become the two finalists.
You decide who will be the winner. Vote each week during March for your favorites, either on our website (http://lmlibrary.org) or in person at the library.
When you vote each week, besides helping determine which books will win, you will also enter into weekly drawings for fun prizes. The third round ballots are due Friday, March 22nd by 4:30 p.m. And be sure to cast your vote for the Champion by Friday, March 29th by 4:30 p.m.
So have a little fun and maybe win a prize at the library by participating in this year’s March Book Madness.
Spring Book Sale
It’s Book Sale time once again! The Friends of the Liberal Memorial Library will hold their Spring Book Sale on April 8-12.
The Book Sale Reception is open to everyone this year. On Monday, April 8th at 6 p.m., come in for refreshments and have first pick of the items on sale. All items will sell for $1.00 each except for paperpacks, which will be $0.50 each.
Funds from the Book Sale go to the Friends of the Library to help support library programs.
Sign up to become a Friend of the Library today. (http://friends.lmlibrary.org/ )
Events This Week
Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Academy
March Book Madness