February

What's new at the library

Go on a Blind Date with a Book!

Find love this Valentines Day by matching with a book! Here's how it works: Browse the books' profiles, choose one that sounds like a match, check it out, and take it home with you. Who knows . . . Maybe you'll find your next favorite read!

Get a Free Tree for Earth Day!

It's free tree time! We are partnering with Neighborhood Forest to provide free trees for kids to plant during Earth Week. Parents, sign your child up for a free tree by March 15. Trees are set to arrive in time for Earth Day, and we'll be in touch with you about when you can come and pick up your tree.

February Special Programs

Check our event calendar for the complete schedule.

Fly Tying

Saturday, February 1, 10a-1p

Calling fishing enthusiasts of all ages! Join the Little Elkhart chapter of Trout Unlimited to tie your own fly fishing flies. Bring your own materials if you have them, but we'll also have some supplies here for beginners who want to try their hand at fly tying. Drop in when you can!

STEM with a Story: Groundhog Day

Tuesday, February 4, 4p

This month, we'll read some stories about Punxutawney Phil and the Groundhog Day tradition, then we'll experiment with light and shadows.

Cook the Book

Tuesday, February 4, 5:30p

Find new recipes, cook, and share a meal together at our monthly cookbook club! This month we're trying on a plant-based diet by cooking from Vegetable Kingdom by Bryant Terry.

Let's Talk About It

Tuesday, February 11, 7p

Our Spring theme is Taking Root: Connecting with Trees and our first book for discussion is The Overstory, by Richard Powers. This program is facilitated by Victoria Malooley, Northridge High School educator.

Teen Tasting Club

Thursday, February 13, 4:15p

Let's roll up our sleeves and create our own version of a beloved and popular snack or food. In February we're making and decorating cookies! Please register and sign a waiver (available at the library) if you plan to attend.

Free Baby Class with Music Together

Every Friday @11:15a, February 14-April 4

A free 8-week music class for babies (birth through 8 months) and their caregiver(s). Come sing, dance, play, and learn music with Miss Aubri! Please register on our calendar and on the Music Together site.

Digital Safety with CAPS

Thursday, February 20, 6:30p

Parents, come learn how to help your child navigate the digital world safely. A representative from Child and Parent Services will lead this informative presentation.

Staff Picks

BRI RECOMMENDS . . .

A Daughter of Fair Verona

by Christina Dodd

This was hilarious, silly, and sweet! A satire based on the life of "wizened" 20-year-old daughter of Romeo and Juliet, Rosie Montague. Her troubles, thoughts, and actions are a hoot. For fans of Shakespeare, historical fiction, and/or strong female leads.

Genre: Adult Fiction

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