Libraries are often overlooked and underutilized, and librarians are often unappreciated. Do you take your kids to the library on a regular basis? There is so much to offer! From huge cities to small town libraries, you’ll find fantastic programs. Here are some of the MANY programs I’ve discovered:

  • Bedtime stories for toddlers
  • Traveling book mobiles
  • Pet Reading Projects – Kids practicing reading out loud to a specially trained dog
  • Self Improvement Seminars
  • Art Projects
  • Book Clubs
  • Contests
  • Birthday Parties for Books
  • Mystery events (Nancy Drew and others)
  • Book Club Meetings
  • Author Visits
  • Tea Parties for Girls
  • Teen Volunteer programs (restocking shelves and helping kids find books)
  • Teen knitting for the needy
  • Comic Book conferences
  • Genealogy Programs
  • Ghost Story Time
  • Writing Workshops
  • Baby Sitting Training
  • Reading Festivals
  • Book Reviews
  • Homework Assistance
  • Yo Yo Workshop
  • Used Book Sale
  • Concerts/Sing Alongs
  • Chess Tournaments
  • Monopoly Tournaments
  • Home School Programs
  • Guided Internet Sessions
  • Puppet Making
  • Costume Design
  • Art Shows
  • Readathons

So take advantage of your local library. It is undoubtedly one of the best uses of our tax dollars! The programs, books and media materials are free, and the benefits are endless. Just remember, there are kids all over the US who could never afford to buy a book and would not have access if it weren’t for their school or public library.

Also, please remember to thank your librarian. They are dedicated to helping educate you and your family. I have learned that the amount of work they do to process new titles, manage the staff, meet the needs of the patrons and keep their libraries up to date is extraordinary!

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