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August is Get Ready for Kindergarten Month!

I’m guessing if I told you that August is “Get Ready for Kindergarten Month” you’d tell me that it’s already on your calendar.  In red.  Circled. No? Well if you’re as surprised as me, and if you have a soon-to-be kindergartner in your life, the library is here for you! Bring your kids to the …

Business Workshops at Your Library

Did you know the Library District offers a number of workshops for business owners? From computer classes to money management, the Library District has a workshop for you. In July we’ll be focusing on social media for your business. Social Media is not just a passing fad. It is the new way for your business …

10 Reasons to Sign Up For Summer Reading in July

Just because the Library District’s annual summer reading challenge started in June, doesn’t mean it’s too late to sign up now. Maybe you’ve been in summer classes, maybe you forgot it was happening, maybe you’ve been visiting grandma, or maybe you were abroad (like me!). It doesn’t really matter why you haven’t signed up yet. What …

5 Photo Tips to Amp Up Your Contest Submission

Are you planning on entering the Library District’s 4th annual photo contest? If so, you’re going to have to bring your A-Game. Last year, over 75 people competed for the top spot in their age group. Do you have what it takes? Good photography is more than just a nice camera and a pretty model. …