Marie’s Holiday Movie Picks
Marie Weinbrecht, Patron Services Clerk and the library's resident film buff, has put together a list of some of her favorite holiday movies. Click on the image or link to put a hold on the title or stream it when…
Forest Park Gives Back
Here is a list of some of the great organizations doing important work in Forest Park and the surrounding communities. If you are able to give, it could make a difference for this organization and their mission. Animal Care League…
Cold Weather Kit Drive
The winter can be an especially hard time of year for many people in the community. To help people in need, the library will be holding a drive to collect items to create cold weather kits and to help fill…
Indigenous Peoples and First Nations Books for Kids
“There is no such thing as a Native American. Nor is there a Native American language. We call ourselves Mvskoke, Diné, or any of the other names of our tribal nations.” Joy Harjo, U.S. poet laureate, When the Light of…
Enjoy the Holidays with the Library
It's that time of year! December is here and many community members are taking time to celebrate. At the library, we have a number of books, movies, and events to help you get in the holiday spirit.
Practicing Gratitude: Book Recs and a Kit for Kids
Ten to fifteen minutes a day is all the time you and your child need to start a habit that: Makes you feel happierNurtures and encourages positive emotionsImproves mental and physical health, as well as sleep qualityBoosts self-esteemFosters a sense…
A Young Writers Workshop and the Importance of Creative Writing for Kids
National Novel Writing Month (also known as NaNoWriMo) isn’t until November, but the Youth Services department has a weekly program running every Friday afternoon in October and November to teach kids the skills they need to write their own novel.…
Vote for Your Favorite Pumpkin
Help us pick the winning staff pumpkin. Select the pumpkin, find the number, and click on the link to vote. Vote Here 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Great Books to Teach Kids Empathy
Few things make us happier than helping kids fall in love with reading—whether it’s watching a toddler learn to sound out words on their own or a kid finding the book that makes them feel seen, we love it all.…
October New Books
A new month brings new books! If you are looking for a good read, check out this list for some ideas for your hold list.