July 1st - 8th, 2025

The Library will be closed July 4th AND 5th.

Have a happy and safe weekend!

Checking Out Items

Summer is a busy time for all! Please remember, if your child is present at the library with an alternative caregiver make sure they have a library card with them in order to check out items. Staff are not able to look up an account if they are not the cardholder.

Summer Reading is in Full Swing

June 16th - August 9th

Register for summer reading (adults, kids, tweens, teens). This link will be available all summer long, register at any time.

Don't forget to come by the library for your reading log. If you're doing Read and Bead, pick out a chain and brag tag too!

Kids (Ages 0-12): Read and Bead. Earn beads all summer long! Every 15 minutes earns you a bead. Save up your time to get bigger and cooler beads. After registering please stop by the library - starting on June 9th - to pick up your reading log, brag tag, and chain to start your read and bead necklace.

Tween (rising 4-6th graders): Choose your adventure: Read and Bead or a Tween Raffle. Earn beads by the minute or earn raffle tickets by the book! Put your tickets toward trying to win exciting prizes.

Teens (rising 7-12th graders): Teen Raffle. Earn a raffle ticket for each book you read to try and win prizes.

Adults (Ages 19+): For every book read, please fill out a raffle ticket to enter to win a prize basket.

All prizes are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Mini Art Show

Mini Art Show Canvas Pick Up

First day to pick up: Tuesday, July 1st

Pick up in the lobby anytime the library is open between 7/1 and 7/19

Drop off your finished canvas by July 30th

Register to be part of NPL's Mini Art Show! Use any medium to create a mini 4"x4" masterpiece that will be displayed at the library during the month of August. Open to all ages. Register everyone in your family who would like a canvas.

Adult Programs

Slightly Literary

Tuesday, July 8th

July's Theme: Books that take place on an island

A fun, themed book box for adults! Each box will have a themed book(s) and some goodies. You get to keep the goodies, but the books do need to be returned.

Boxes will be available for pick up the 2nd Tuesday of each month and you will have one week to pick up. You must have a valid SAILS library card to register.

Puzzle Swap & Meet Ups

Evening sessions (5-7pm): 6/30, 7/21

Afternoon sessions (1:30 - 3:30pm): 7/10, 7/24

A casual meet up for puzzle enthusiasts to unwind, relax, and get out of the heat. Stop by and work on a puzzle, we will have some 300 piece puzzles available. There will also be a swap table. Bring a puzzle to swap out for a new one to work on at home.

Registration appreciated, but not required. Register through the event calendar.

Virtual Author Talks

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)

Martes 8 de julio

2:00-2:30pm

Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Desde demostraciones de libros de cocina y talleres de cómics hasta creación de máscaras y clases de idiomas, esta biblioteca tiene algo para todos los gustos y Lobito está deseando mostrárselo.

Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade)

Tuesday, July 8th

4:00-4:30pm

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let's Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has something for everyone and Little Lobo can't wait to show you.

Youth Programs

Tunes for Tots: Toe Jam

Tuesday, July 1st

5:45-6:45pm

Join us for a marvelous, energetic free concert from Toe Jam on Town Hill*, part of the 2025 Tunes for Tots performance series! Come dance and laugh!This series is made possible by the Norfolk Recreation Department, Friends of the Norfolk Public Library and several local sponsors.

*Rain location: NPL Community Room

Tunes for Tots: Rolie Polie Guacamole

Tuesday, July 8th

5:45-6:45pm

Join us for fun and music during this free concert from Rolie Polie Guacamole on Town Hill*, part of the 2025 Tunes for Tots performance series! This series is made possible by the Norfolk Recreation Department, Friends of the Norfolk Public Library and several local sponsors.

*Rain location: NPL Community Room

Summer Boat Grab & Go Craft Kits (Ages 7-10)

Monday, July 7th

All Day

Looking for summer fun? Sign up now for special take & make kit that celebrates beach reads and being by the sea. Each take & make includes a paintable miniature boat (with oars!), paint, a paintbrush, a few book recommendations, and a surprise friend we think you'll find just ducky! Registration required.

Paws to Read For Summer Reading

Monday, July 7th

10:30-11:00am

Come to the library to register for Summer Reading and work on your reading skills with our therapy dog friends from Therapy Dogs United! Reading sessions will be drop in/first come first serve. Best for 2nd grade & up, but pre-K, K, & 1st graders are welcome to participate with a caregiver.

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Library Hours

CLOSED: July 4th and 5th

Monday-Thursday: 10:00am-7:30pm

Friday: 10:00am-4:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am-2:00pm

*Doors are locked 5 minutes before closing to ensure time to assist patrons already in the building.*