Silver Bay Public Library

10/14/2026

TOMORROW! All ages are welcome at Superior Dark Sky Experience Day 1 at the library! Throughout the afternoon, activities for kids will be available including:
-Story Walk
-Galaxy painting with whisk and sparkle paint
-Moon Sand sensory play to take home
-Oreo moon phases
-Solar system sticker sheets
-Build your own glow in the dark constellation
-and more!

Event details: https://www.facebook.com/share/19YmB2rf9r/

10/14/2026

eLibrary Minnesota is a collection of research and information databases available and used by Minnesota residents for free through their school, public, academic, and state government libraries or the ELM Portal. ELM provides access to encyclopedias, magazines, journals, and newspaper articles, plus multimedia, primary sources, and much more! Get started at https://elibrarymn.org/

10/14/2026

Did you know your library card gives you FREE access to hundreds of animated, talking picture books? Meet TumbleBook Library! 🌟

TumbleBook Library takes existing picture books and adds animation, sound, music, and narration to produce an electronic picture book which you can read, or have read to you. It’s the perfect way to bring the magic of reading to life right from your tablet, phone, or computer.

Why you (and your kids) will love it:

No Waitlists: Every book is always available. No holds, no waiting!

Builds Reading Skills: Word-highlighting helps early readers follow along with the narrator.

Beyond Picture Books: Includes graphic novels, chapter books, read-alongs, and even fun educational games.

Perfect for On-the-Go: Keep kids entertained (and learning) at the grocery store, in the car, or during rainy days.

How to get started:
Visit https://www.alslib.info/
Under "Resource Links," click "Tumble Book Library."
Or scroll down to "Electronic Resources Available 24/7" and click "Tumble Book Library."

10/13/2026

Join us on Thursday, October 15 for the first night of the Superior Dark Sky Experience! https://www.facebook.com/share/19q2btva8a/

This is the week! Superior Dark Sky Experience starts Thursday.

Thursday: Silver Bay Library starting at 3 pm
Friday: Tettegouche State Park starting at 4 pm
Saturday: Black Beach Inn starting at 4 pm.

Bring your sense of wonder and be sure to bring warm clothes for telescope viewing.

10/11/2026

10/10/2026

Download the Arrowhead Library System App to your mobile device! You can search for items, see what's out on your account, request and renew items, and more! Search for "ALS Library App" in the app store you use, and have your library card number and pin ready to log in!

10/10/2026

Finished your favorite book and don't know what to read next? We’ve got you covered! Meet NoveList, an amazing tool for finding your next great read. Built specifically for libraries by book experts, NoveList helps you find the perfect match based on how you actually like to read.

With NoveList, you can:

✨ Find Expert "Read-Alikes": Get hand-crafted recommendations for your favorite books, authors, or series.

🎭 Search by Mood & Style: Use unique story elements like appeal, genre, and theme to find a book that matches your exact vibe.

🎧 Discover Audiobooks: Looking for your next listen? Access "listen-alike" recommendations tailored for audiobook fans.

📋 Explore Curated Lists: Browse popular genres, current top trends, and awards lists to jumpstart your reading journey.

Best of all? It’s completely free with your library card! 💳

Visit https://www.alslib.info/ and scroll down to "Electronic Resources Available 24/7." Click "NoveList" and enter your library card number to get started!