September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September with the Farmington Public Library and the American Library Association! We're inviting everyone to discover the incredible resources and opportunities available at your local library by signing up for a library card.

Today’s libraries are vibrant community centers offering much more than just books. At the Farmington Public Library, you'll find diverse programs, job search assistance, homework help, book clubs, author talks, storytimes, and more.

During the Month of September, we're waiving the $2 replacement fee for lost cards. Just bring your government issued photo ID, proof of your mailing address with your name on it (personal check, current utility bill, current piece of mail, etc.) and Social Security number or second form of identification.

How to get a library card

Your Farmington Public Library card gives you access to a variety of resources for a successful school year, including free homework help.

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September Events

Smart Money with Navajo Housing Authority

Wednesday, September 4

5:00 PM

Join us as the Navajo Housing Authority (NHA) comes to the library to inform you about the types of housing programs offered.

A few topics that will be covered:

Eligibility requirements
Process of applying for NHA's housing programs
Forms and packets needed

This orientation will cover the following Chapter Houses: San Juan, Nenahnezad, Upper Fruitland, Huerfano, Counselor, Burnham, and Nageezi. However if you are not from these areas you will be still assisted.

This program is made possible by a grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation.

Romance Readers: Royal Romance

Wednesday, September 11

6:00 PM

Forget what you know about traditional book groups: instead of reading the same book and discussing it, we're going to be reading a book that has the same theme.

For this meeting, read a Royal Romance (or 2) and come prepared to discuss how it fits within the Romance Genre. Castles and crowns and princes, oh my! Royal Romances feature, you guessed it, royalty! These romances want you to imagine life as a princess (or a prince), and how life as a royal plays into love. These books often feature princes undercover, looking for love in order to escape an arranged marriage, or other aspects of being royal in the modern world!

Anne Hillerman

Thursday, September 12

6:00 PM

Join us at the Farmington Public Library for best-selling author Anne Hillerman, author of the Leaphorn, Chee, and Manuelito series. She will be signing and talking about her most recent book, Lost Birds. Books will be available to purchase from Amy’s Bookcase.

To learn more about Lost Birds and find readalikes, check out our database, NoveList, free with your library card.

Trivia Nght: Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday, September 18

6:00 PM

Do you have what it takes to join the Baker Street Irregulars? Test your powers of deduction at the Farmington Public Library!

This month's theme is "Sherlock Holmes." While the suggested audience is 15 and up, all are welcome.

To prepare for this elementary competition, be sure to visit Sherlock Holmes: The Exhibition happening now through September 28 at the Farmington Museum.

Smart Money: Put Your Garden to Bed with Bonnie Hopkins Byers from San Juan County Cooperative Extension

Tuesday, September 24

6:00 PM

Join us this fall season for tips and tricks in preparation on how to Put Your Garden to Bed! According to The National Weather Service, the first winter frost is set to take place between October 16th and October 27th 2024.

Fall is the perfect time to prepare ahead and keep those plants from experiencing winter kill, winter burn, weeds and disease.

Topics to consider:

What to do and what not to do with your compost piles
What to plant, What to prune
What to compost
What to cover

This presentation will be presented by Bonnie Hopkins Byers from the San Juan County Cooperative Extension.

This program is made possible by a grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation.

Sources: Putting Your Garden to Bed and 10 Tips to Prepare Your Garden For Winter

September Events: Kids & Teens

Storytime

Mondays and Tuesdays at 10:00 AM

Bring your child to storytime and watch their imagination soar! This enriching experience nurtures a love of reading while developing essential listening and language skills. Your child will enjoy captivating stories, playful activities, and the joy of making new friends in a welcoming environment. Storytime is the perfect way to inspire creativity and curiosity in young minds so your child will look forward to it every week!

Tween Topics

Tuesdays at 4:00 PM

Calling all 8-12 year olds for new adventures! Our Tween Topic program offers a different come-and-go focus each week of the month: You’ll enjoy Minecraft or Nintendo Switch on the first Tuesday, creative art projects on the second Tuesday, Lego Club and a movie on the third Tuesday, and dive into the world of electronics and robotics on the fourth Tuesday. Every week is a great time to try something new!

Teen Takeover

Tuesdays at 4:00 PM

Unleash your creativity in a program designed just for teenagers. Taste test treats from all over, explore technology or craft projects, make connections while playing games–all accompanied by a diverse menu of exciting activities. You won’t want to miss a week of these captivating experiences.

Baby Storytime

Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Baby storytime is a wonderful bonding experience for you and your little one. Designed for infants and new parents, this special session features gentle stories, soothing rhymes, and playful activities that help stimulate your baby’s early development. It’s a perfect opportunity to build a support network of new parents, while your baby enjoys the comfort of your presence in a calm and nurturing environment. Join us to create precious memories and lay the foundation for your baby’s lifelong love of books!

Night at the Library

Thursdays at 5:00 PM

Make Night at the Library a cherished weekly tradition for your family! Each week offers new opportunities to create lasting memories through engaging activities like our Junior Market, crafts, science projects, and games, all centered around exciting themes. This event is designed to bring families closer together, offering fun and connection for all ages.

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