Samuels Public Library

Some of us are ready for cozy sweaters and new fall books, while others are clinging to their beach reads for dear life! 🍂🏖️ Which side are you on?

Happy FriYay!🤩

The countdown is ON! Only one month until SamiCon: Area 330 takes over the Library.🛸

We have over 20 vendors from creators and artists to local businesses, organizations, and authors, along with a new escape room theme, scavenger hunts, prizes and more! Bring your friends and family for a day of creativity, games, and galactic fun.

Save the date: September 19th at Samuels Public Library from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. See you there! 💫

Join us along with Tim French, former adjunct instructor of history at Laurel Ridge Community College for a trip across the world- from the comfort of your local library. 🪑🧭

In Mini Armchair Travel session 3, Tim will share his experiences and adventures throughout his time in Romania! He will discuss the rich history that influenced the culture of the area, including the Dacian tribe, Romans, Saxon-Germans, and Hungarians. 🌍

🗺️This program will happen on August 26th from 6:00-7:00pm in White Meeting Room A

Register for this event with the following link:
https://samuelslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/mini-armchair-travels-romania-41156

Did you know Samuels Library has a special library card with an extended checkout period just for Warren County Educators? 👩‍🏫All the following are eligible for an Educator Card:

🍎Public & Private School Teachers
🍏Homeschool Teachers
🍎Childcare Providers
🍏Preschool Teachers

You must show proof of your status as an educator - school ID, or other proof of employment as an educator. Other example include: daycare certification, or exemption from the State documentation.

Curious abut what happens in the garden after dark? Want to learn about night time pollinators? 🌙✨Join us along side Oak Spring Garden Foundation to learn who comes out at night to work in the flowers. Join us on Tuesday, August 25th for hands-on programs exploring the creatures who help flowers bloom at night. We’re offering two sessions: one for children (ages 6-11) and one for teens (ages 12-18), both starting at 4 PM. Spaces are limited—registration is required! Sign up here - https://samuelslibrary.librarymarket.com/events/month?keywords=oak%20spring

Happy National Nonprofit Day!🤩

Did you know: About 14% of the nation's libraries are registered nonprofits, and Samuels Library is one of them!📚

Being a nonprofit means our library is strengthened by the support of our community. It takes readers, learners, volunteers, advocates, donors, partners, and neighbors to keep a place like Samuels Library thriving. And that's what makes a public library so special. The community isn't just who we serve, it's part of what makes our library possible.

Thank you for supporting your local nonprofits today!

Consider making a donation and help keep your community connected to books, learning, technology, and one another.🩵 Donate Today➡️ tinyurl.com/SupportSamuelsLibrary

Exciting news from the Children's Garden! Although our butterflies were still in their chrysalis during Saturday’s Story Walk, they emerged last night and are ready to take flight. Join us this Tuesday at 11:45am for a special butterfly release at Samuels Public Library. We currently have 7 beautiful butterflies and 4 chrysalis waiting to transform—don’t miss this magical moment!

Can you guess the book title? 📘 🤔 Comment "Got it!" if you think you know, and check back Saturday morning when the answer will be posted!

Looking for something to do this week? Come down to one of our awesome programs this week at Samuels Library! 📖✨

From learning to play chess for kids♟️, to an author talk with Dixie Dillon Lane on homeschooling for adults 📝, we have something for all ages!