SCPL news & updates
December 2020
Upcoming Events
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Resource Spotlight

offers streaming video for entertainment and education along with comics and magazines. Downloadable audiobooks and e-books are available through Libby.
*Library card required
Contact-Free Curbside Service
Dear Library Community,

The Spencer County Public Library is committed to serving its patrons and the community in a safe manner. Our buildings will remain open to the public as long as we can safely do so. If you feel uneasy about coming into an SCPL location, here are a few services you can access while maintaining your distance:

Curbside Pickup is available during any open hours. You may contact any library location during open hours at 812-649-4866 by selecting your desired branch from the menu. Patrons may also request items through this email address: scplcurbside@gmail.com. Please include your full name, phone number and library card number, and give staff ample time to gather your materials. You will be contacted when the items are ready for pickup. Patrons are limited to 8 books and 8 DVDs per library card per pick up. 

Patrons are also encouraged to access digital library services, including those listed below:

Libby
Borrow digital books, audiobooks and magazines.

rb digital Comics
Access digital comics and graphic novels.

Acorn TV
Enjoy world-class mysteries, dramas, and comedies from Britain and beyond, on any web-connected device.

Qello Concerts
Enjoy full-length concerts and music documentaries from various artists.

Indie Flix
Enjoy 8000+ movies and classic TV shows.

Learn It Live
Stream interactive, live video courses and thousands of recorded courses on health and wellness, spirituality, personal development, and more.

World Book Online:
An engaging, verified, and trustworthy digital resource for grades pre-K through high school
http://spencercountypubliclibrary.org/databases/ and click on World Book Online. The username and password is scpl.

Remember, free Wi-Fi is available in each location’s parking area.
Enter to Win!
Congratulations Claudia! She was the winner of October's Puzzle Challenge and chose to receive a $10 gift certificate to Fat Daddy's.

This past year has been a challenge for many so let's have some fun! Each month SCPL will feature a new puzzle challenge. For this month's challenge, download or pickup a puzzle sheet at any branch and solve as many of the puzzles as you can. Return your sheets by email or drop them off at any SCPL location. Each person who solves the puzzle correctly will be entered into a drawing for a $10 local gift card.
Download your puzzle challenge here.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Join SCPL's 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program to help your child be ready for kindergarten. This program promotes reading to newborns, infants, and toddlers and encourages parent and child bonding through reading. The goal of the program is to establish strong early literacy skills that will allow children to gain the confidence to become strong readers. Contact our Children's Department or Click here for more information.
Book Character Pumpkin Decorating
We are excited to announce the winners of our pumpkin decorating challenge!
Memorial and Honor Donations
Selections From the New Shelf
Programs and Events
Holiday Crafts
Coming Soon! Dial-A-Story
Call 812-660-4866 to hear a short story read over the phone by one of your favorite SCPL staff members.
Rockport Book Club
The Book Club at Rockport meets the first Friday of every month at 1:00 PM at the Main Library in Rockport. For more information please contact Erin by calling 812-649-4866.
January 8th at 1:00 PM at Rockport in the Large Meeting Room
Discussing The Widows by Jess Montgomery.

Inspired by the true story of Ohio’s first female sheriff, The Widows by Jess Montgomery is a powerful debut about two women’s search for justice as they take on the corruption at the heart of their community.  

To join us virtually, please email Angie to request the Zoom meeting link.
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SCPL Virtual Recipe Swap

We are trying to bring you new and interesting programming during these difficult times. One way we are doing this is through our SCPL Virtual Recipe Swap page on Facebook. Click here to request to join. This group allows members to share tips, tricks, and recipes with each other. Join today!
Virtual Adult Crafternoon

Be sure to request your craft kit today! Each kit contains all you will need to complete the project, including instructions and supplies. Call 812-489-4866. Click here to stay up to date on this program.