International Literacy Day, observed worldwide on Sept. 8, highlights literacy as a fundamental human right and a foundation for building more inclusive, just and sustainable societies. Explore our curated booklist to celebrate the power of literacy.
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Join the Celebration: 100 Years of the Murney Tower Museum
Celebrate 100 years of the Murney Tower Museum with a reading of The Time-Travelling Adventures of Mr. Murney. Enjoy crafts, snacks and fun for all ages!
Thank you to our community's superheroes!
There are many ways to save the day! Frontline health care workers, teachers, firefighters and more - our video couldn’t capture all the superheroes in our community but this song is for every one of you.
Special thanks to the team of heroes at Molly Brant Elementary for joining in our fun, and to the Laurie Berkner Band for permission to use their recording.
Upcoming Programs and Events
A Book is an Iceberg: Research Skills for Writers (Online)
Science writer Lindsey Carmichael introduces primary and secondary sources, as well as strategies for vetting research into emotionally-loaded topics -- like climate change and vaccination -- in the age of Google and “fake news”. Your chance during Science Literacy Week for expert advice in tackling the challenges you experience in your own writing!
Wednesday, September 23, online at 2 p.m. Register here to receive the Zoom link.
Kids Events
Unicorns galore!
Who is ready for some sparkly unicorn fun? We are!
Catch Unicorns 101 on the KFPL YouTube channel on Friday, September 25. Register to receive a "bonus" craft challenge kit.