By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — Students in grades six through high school are invited to decorate a coffee mug with permanent markers at the next Teen Tuesday program at the library. Meet in the Cube from 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6. Snacks will be provided and no registration is necessary. …read more.

By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library If you’re a fan of great movies and the Beach Boys, then the film “Love & Mercy” is for you. It’s a fascinating, yet tragic, biopic about the Beach Boy’s Brian Wilson. Typically biopics are boring “best of” montages that never truly go anywhere. This one …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library has added two new clerks to its staff. Cathy Ervin has accepted the position of youth services clerk, while Amy Dennis will be serving as a clerk in the circulation department.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — National Library Card Sign-Up Month is drawing to a close, but Snoopy says there is still time to visit your local library and get the coolest card around. Having a library card means you have access to everything the library offers, book collections, services, programs and a professional …read more.

By TERRI RITTER North Webster Public Library If the typical “Wall Street” approach to retirement planning has you intimidated or confused, you will want to sign up for the two-class ABC Retirement Planning Course hosted by the North Webster Community Public Library 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 17 and Saturday, Oct. 24. Taught by …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Library has some nice spaces for people who need a quiet break to meet with other people or take a time out. While at the library, patrons have access to services such as free Wi-Fi, a copy machine, and tables to work at. …read more.

WARSAW — Off the Shelf Reading Group meets from 2-3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1. Join others for coffee and discuss “Leaving Time” by Jody Piccoult.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Library is bringing Lego building blocks in for a monthly Saturday Program. Families are invited to drop-in at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, to complete a building set or improvise a free form Lego creation. The library staff will post a picture of …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Homeschoolers SYRACUSE — Homeschooling families are meeting to share ideas at the Syracuse Library at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15. This orientation will allow parents and children to meet and plan future activities. The group did not meet last year as several families had left the area. …read more.

By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — “Mad Max: Fury Road” is a great surprise for a reboot film. Normally these films are not as captivating or as memorable as their originals. It has been 30 years since we’ve seen Max Rockatansky and he’s never looked better. I was indeed skeptical …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Activities for the week of Sept. 14 through Sept. 19: Milford Public Library is cool! Milford Public Library is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month throughout September. The national “spokes-dog” for this year’s campaign is Snoopy. “Joe Cool” urges everyone to go to the library and get a card because libraries …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Labor Day Closing The library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8. If you need to return items while we are closed, there are drop boxes at the south end of the building for DVD’s and …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library American Girls Pajama Party Celebrate the beginning of the American Girls Club season at the Nappanee Public Library with an after-hours pajama party on Friday, Sept. 11. Girls in grades one through five are invited to attend the special event, held from 7-11 p.m. Come in your …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Activities for the week of Sept. 7 through Sept. 12: Labor Day The Syracuse Library is closing all day Monday, Sept. 7, to observe Labor Day. Regular hours resume at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8. Fall is Back with Book Clubs The children’s department is having a …read more.

By LAURIE VOSS Circulation SUpervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library In 1978, William J. Bennett, then secretary of education issued a challenge: “Let’s have a national campaign … every child should obtain a library card — and use it.” Since that time, libraries all over have held library card sign up month each September. Studies show …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — September is library card sign-up month! Come in and get your library card. All new library patrons this month, will get their name put in a drawing for movie tickets. So come in and get your card this month. Free to any Wawasee Community Student or Teacher and …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library Now that the kids are back in school, moms can enjoy a little “me” time at the library during Crafts and Chat 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9. This is a new monthly program that provides women the opportunity to visit with each other while working …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library The Last Summer Program Dysfunctional, the book club that could have been called a requiem for journalists, meets one more time at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. The discussion centers on former Tampa Tribune reporter, Tim Dorsey. The previously discussed authors, Hiaasen, Barry, and White all trained …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communications Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Candlemaking Students in grades six and up are invited to make hand-poured color block candles using wax, old crayons, and other supplied materials, at the next Teen Tuesday program at the library. Meet in the cube from …read more.

By VALERIA FISHER Adult Programming Coordinator, Warsaw Community Public Library Programs and events for September: Guest speaker Dr. Kevin Day talks about your cholesterol from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1. Register to find out what your doctor may not tell you. Teens are invited to drop in to play video games or watch a movie. …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: 3D Printer Training Nappanee Public Library cardholders with an interest in the maker movement, engineering, drafting, crafting, and other techno-creative endeavors are invited to become certified on the Library’s new Makerbot 3D printer. The next training session …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Milford Public Library news and events this week: SRP Thank You! Wow, summer sure went fast. Saturday, Aug. 1 was the final day in our superhero reading program. There were a total of 208 students registered and 5690 hours read in the last eight weeks. The Grand Finale picnic had …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Overdrive Overdrive is a digital materials service that allows you to download e-books, audiobooks, movies, and magazines onto your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. It’s compatible with Kindle and Nook e-readers, Windows, Android and Apple phones and tablets, so you can take your personal library anywhere you go. You can also …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library Looking for a fun after school activity for the kids? Bring them to Crafts and Stories every Tuesday after school from 4-5 p.m. starting Tuesday, Sept. 1. The kids make crafts while listening to staff read stories. It was such a popular program last school …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Syracuse Public Library news and events for the week of Monday, Aug. 24, to Saturday, Aug. 29: Perennial Groups Doctor Who The BBC first presented “Doctor Who” in 1963 as a weekly TV program intended for family education. The official Doctor Who site says that two of …read more.

By AMY MANN Technical Assistant, Children’s Services Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — Recently, frequent news stories and social networking posts have appeared featuring children with disabilities, and discussing how society can treat these individuals with dignity and inclusion. Our community is on the forefront of that movement. Area schools, both public and private, are …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Milford Public Library news and events this week: Knitting Club Knitting Club meets from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, in the teen area of the library. Bring a knitting project and get help from experienced knitters. The knitting club meets on the first and third Friday of every month. …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Mark your calendars and save the date for the North Webster Cemetery Walk from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. The North Webster Library will conduct guided walking tours through the nearby North Webster Cemetery. Costumed enactors will be stationed throughout the cemetery …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library SYRACUSE — Syracuse Public Library news and events this week: Book Clubs Young adults are hanging on to the excitement of summer at the first book club meeting of the school year. Teens are invited to eat s’more-cupcakes and talk with friends about the movies they have …read more.

By ANN M. ZYDEK Library Director, Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — Special thanks to everyone who helped the library gather “100 Great Ideas” about the community and library this spring for a 2016-2021 Warsaw Community Public Library Strategic Plan. By year’s end the library board will have reviewed and approved a new long range …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library The stats are in from this summer’s youth Summer Reading Program. There were 392 children and teens registered with a total of 5,305 hours of reading completed. Studies show that youngsters who read throughout the summer are better equipped to start school in the fall, …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Quilt Guild The Nappanee Quilt Guild, a club for those interested in new quilting techniques, meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Nappanee Public Library.  Members will meet at the library next from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library SYRACUSE — Syracuse Public Library news and events this week: Schedule Starts the School Year More than 300 youth actively participated in the reading programs at the Syracuse Library this summer. Many other children and families were able to attend 45 weekly programs. No children’s programs are …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Nappanee’s ‘Movies in the Park’ series continues with a showing of “Back to the Future” at West Side Park on 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, family and friends to watch this 1985 sci-fi adventure starring …read more.

By ANNA JACKSON Information Services Librarian, Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — Summer – the time for garage sales, flea markets, farmer’s stands, tent sales, yard sales, and auctions. There is nothing quite like standing out in the hot sun, pawing through piles of other people’s stuff, hunting for the bargain that just can’t be …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library An Idea Place Are you stuck in a reading rut? Wilma Kitson is a new “reading advisor” at the Syracuse Public Library. She was found waiting in a corner of the library and is now silently offering reading suggestions — after all, a bust can only say …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Milford Public Library news and events this week: Closed for Inservice The library will close early at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, for a staff in-service. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. Be sure to come in before 3:30 p.m. to check out or renew materials. We will reopen …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Milford Public Library news and events this week: Teens Make Their Own Sundaes Teens who have read at least 50 hours are invited to attend the ‘Make your own sundae’ party at noon Monday, Aug. 3, in the meeting room. You should have been given a ticket for the party …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Library North Webster Public Library news and events this week: Keep your mind and body fit by learning T’ai Chi. Leah Gamble will be teaching an eight-week course in this ancient Chinese tradition that uses slow, flowing movements and precise breathing to strengthen the body and mind. …read more.

By ROBIN FOSNAUGH Administrative Assistant, Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library news and events this month: Cookbook Club discusses picnic foods and potluck dishes from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3. Bring your recipes, and taste a dish. Learn how to draw comics and more from 2 p.m. until …read more.

By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Anyone who is familiar with the literary world knows there’s been a lot of controversy surrounding the publication of “Go Set a Watchman”, which has been commonly recognized as the first draft of what would become Harper Lee’s brilliant “To Kill a Mockingbird”. “Watchman”, written several …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Free Willy Movie And Swim Rescheduled Nappanee’s Movies in the Park series continues with a rescheduled showing of “Free Willy” at the public pool at 9 p.m. Friday, July 31. All ages are invited to watch this …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library North Webster Public Library news and events this week: Though we often fear the sting of a bee, these hard-working creatures are responsible for pollinating 80 percent of flowering crops in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s about one-third of …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Milford Public Library news and events this week: Summer Reading Program The Summer Reading Program comes to an end Saturday, Aug.1, so keep these things in mind. Keep reading. Many of you have read lots of hours and earned lots of prizes. The last day to turn in hours is …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Syracuse Public Library events this week: Summer Reading Activities Finale The week of Monday, July 27, is the end of summer reading activities, with Friday, July 31, the last day to collect summer reading prizes. The prizes and programs this summer have been provided by a number …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting NAPPANEE — The board of trustees at the Nappanee Public Library will meet in regular session at 7 a.m. Thursday, July 23, at 157 N. Main St. The public is invited to attend. The Science of Superman Watch in amazement as Professor Steve …read more.

By TERRI RITTER North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Public Library news and events this week: The North Webster Library’s Summer Reading Program is wrapping up with 380 children and teens having read over 3,000 hours so far. The last day to earn prizes is Saturday, July 25, so be sure the …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF Science of Superman It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Superman! Wait! No, it’s Professor Steve. Watch in amazement as he does everything that Superman can do and learn the science behind it all. Plan to attend this entertaining program at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the Milford Community Building. …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library SYRACUSE — Syracuse Public Library news and events this week: Friends Have Successful Year The Friends of the Syracuse library are funding the trip to the Fort Wayne Zoo. They are helping the library with funds for several projects including an adult bus trip, half-priced book sale, …read more.

By AMY MANN Technical Assistant, Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — Over one billion people around the globe use Facebook. According to Library Journal’s “Survey on Public Marketing Methods and Best Practices,” 86 percent of libraries said they were using social media. The children’s department at the Warsaw Community Public Library has been a part …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Library Tour Did you know you could use a VHS to DVD converter or check out a portable die cut machine at the Nappanee Public Library? How about ”Kill-a-watt” meters or jigsaw puzzles? There are more than books at the Library! New cardholders and those interested in …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Experience the magic of reading when magician Jim Merrills performs at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 22. Merrills will dazzle and amaze the audience with magic tricks as he challenges children to catch the magic of reading in a fun, interactive show the whole …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Hero Party SYRACUSE — Every person was a hero while pitching into the war effort during WWW with a Victory Garden. At 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, teens get a chance to cook some items from a garden. The meeting is the last of the series of …read more.

By LAURIE VOSS Circulation Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Now that July is here and we have had a ton of rain, how is your vegetable garden? If it survived flooding, then you probably have started picking delicious produce to enjoy. What kind of plans do you have for all your bounty? First off, I …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Heroes and Legends Show Meet master storyteller and musician, Paul Odenwelder, at his campsite at the library from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 14. Kids of all ages will enjoy hearing the legends of Casey Jones, Davy Crockett, Paul Bunyan, and more. Cheer on your …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Steven’s Puppets Present Sleeping Beauty Come and join us at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, in the Milford Community Building for a marionette show. Steven’s Puppets will be presenting “Sleeping Beauty” with hand carved, beautifully costumed marionettes as they enact the play with the help of skilled puppeteers. This program …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Friends Annual Meeting Thursday, July 9, is a festive evening for members of the Syracuse Friends of the Library. The Thursday meeting is an annual event where the members vote on designations for the funds they raise. The meeting is open to any people that are interested …read more.

By MELISSA CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Recently I have had the pleasure to indulge in my favorite past time, viewing and reviewing films. There have been so many that have come across my desk that sounds appealing. Here are five films that I found enjoyable and I hope you will too. First …read more.

    By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library, Mentone Fun was had by all those in attendance at our Burlap and Rose Wreath program. Every wreath turned out different and beautiful. Check out our upcoming adult programs. Come and do image transfers on wood. Take an image, transfer it to wood and add a …read more.

By VALERIA FISHER Information Services Program Coordinator, Warsaw Community Public Library Don’t forget, Saturday, July 18, is the last day to record your pages and receive your prizes.  The big drawing will be Monday, July 20. Drop-in Zone is from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 1. Drop in to play video games and …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library The Exciting Fourth of July Week The Syracuse Library is closing in observance of Independence Day activities. However, for families that are looking for activities for guests during the week there are daily programs for children, and Teens have a snack party at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library Would you like to start canning your own fruits and vegetables at home, but don’t know how to get started? Come to the library 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 11, and learn how. Stuart Smith and Mike Shock are two guys who like to can, and …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library The Nappanee Public Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The library will resume regular hours from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday, July 5. Oral History Program at Heritage House Nappanee residents are invited to attend a new interactive monthly …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Superhero Show and Museum If you are a big fan of superheroes, now is your chance to come and see some of the famous tools they used to save humanity. Join us for the superheroes show and mini museum by Family Time Entertainment at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, at …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library It will be a lively time at the library next week when animal handler Mark Kohlhorst presents his Mark’s Ark Live Animal Show 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 1. Children and adults will experience a hands-on learning experience about animal heroes. Well supervised by Kohlhorst, his …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Newsletter is Available through Email The Syracuse Library is offering the option of receiving the monthly newsletter through email. Pulling up the happenings at the library just got easier for mobile device users. Katie Graham, editor of the monthly newsletter, will release July’s newsletter to the people …read more.

By AMY MANN Technical Assistant, Warsaw Community Public Library Public libraries serve as a testament to the human quest for knowledge. The ancient Greeks promoted that thirst with large private and public book repositories. Aristotle’s Great Library of Alexandria began as a private collection, but became public, to a degree. The rub was that it …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Library Every child will feel like a super hero playing Super Hero Bingo 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 17. The whole family will have fun playing Bingo using cards with super heroes on them. We have prizes galore with lots of chances to win, so every child goes …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library The kids will learn that it rocks to read at the “Rockin’ and Reading” concert 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, as family musician Leonardo performs a high energy, one man band performance. The show takes place in the North Webster Community Center Banquet Hall. All …read more.

By Becky Brower Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Summer Reading in Full Swing It is another busy week in the children’s department at the library. Echo, the adorable black Lab, will listen to children read from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Monday, June 15. Children get a chance to be up and close with Police …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Library Offers Class on Electronic Cutter The makerspace at the library continues to grow. The latest equipment added to the collection in the cube is a Silhouette Cameo electronic cutter and printer. Coveted by DIY experts and crafters, the Cameo uses small blades to cut designs in a …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communications Specialist, Nappanee Public Library The Nappanee Public Library’s popular Pinterest night is back for an encore from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, June 29. If you’ve been unable to attend prior meetings of the program, check out Pinterest Night 2.0, which is scheduled to happen quarterly in the library’s new …read more.

By LAURIE VOSS Circulation Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Recently I had someone approach the circulation desk and ask if I knew of another author that wrote like Janet Evanovich. Not only was I able to give them a couple of names and refer them to our reference department, but I was able to direct …read more.

By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor How important is a friends group to a library? They are of vital importance. Since the beginning of the National Library movement, friends groups have been formed by citizens who desire to actively promote library services and resources while sharing their love of libraries with their community. They foster a …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Oral History Program at Heritage House Nappanee residents are invited to attend a new interactive monthly program created by staff of the Evelyn Lehman Culp Heritage Collection. Participants will enjoy a casual time of conversation and reminiscing about memories of Nappanee during “Coffee Break” at Heritage House, …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Summer Reading Program Join us and be a superhero this summer. Our summer reading program starts Monday, June 1. Come into the library and sign up for the program. The theme this year for children is “Every Hero has a Story” and will be for newborns through fifth-graders. For sixth-grade …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library Come and enjoy a humorous look at superheroes, then and now, at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, when actor and storyteller Terry Lunch, portraying the Greek mythical god Zeus, tells action packed stories of superheroes from past and present. Through fun and humor, the …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Gala Party And Art Auction Friday, June 19, is a festive night when the friends of the Syracuse Library invite everyone to an evening of music and a bite to eat to raise money for special projects at the library. The after-hours event will be the final …read more.

By VALERIA FISHER Adult Program Coordinator, Warsaw Community Public Library Warsaw Community Public Library’s adult and teen summer reading programs run Monday, June 8, through Saturday, July 18. Participants can register through Tuesday, June 30. This year’s themes are “Escape the Ordinary” and “Unmask.” Participants receive a small prize or ticket every 500 pages read …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communications Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Oral History Exhibit Opens at Nappanee Center Evelyn Lehman Culp Heritage Collection staff have been collecting oral histories from Nappanee residents for close to 40 years. Visit the Nappanee Center to hear the recorded stories of the businesses and people who helped build the city in a …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator Come “Howl at the Moon with a Hero Tune” with singer and musician Tom Sieling 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 3, as he kicks off the summer reading program with a concert full of fun and humorous children’s songs. A widely acclaimed singer and songwriter, Sieling engages his audience with …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Auction to Sell Pictures The Syracuse Library is in the final stages of an interior renovation that is giving the library a new look. In 1980 the library purchased about 30 paintings with the intention of loaning them for display by patrons, which is what happened for …read more.

By Malea Vanlaningham Milford Public Library After School is Cool Come join us for the last ‘After School is Cool’ event. Bring your friends. We are having a party with snacks at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 26. Come celebrate the end of the school year If you have hit 40 points, this is your last …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library Preschoolers will learn about “Everyday Heroes” during the six-week summer session of family story time that will run with two time periods 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, June 9, through Tuesday, July 14. Registration starts Tuesday, May 26. Although geared to preschoolers ages 3-5, …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library The Nappanee Public Library will be closed Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Nappanee Public Library cardholders with an interest in the maker movement, engineering, drafting, crafting and other techno-creative endeavors, are invited to become certified on the library’s new Makerbot …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library New Hours The Syracuse Library has a change of hours so that the library will always open at 10 a.m. The new Thursday hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday hours are now 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The shift in schedule should be less …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF After School Is Cool Join staff at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, for game day. Depending on the weather, we will participate in outside activities or come in and play board games. Either way, we will have a good time, so bring your friends. After we play, we will enjoy a …read more.

By AMY MANN Technical Assistant, Children’s Services, Warsaw Community Public Library The school year is almost ready for the history books, and everyone is aware of what that means. Kids will be pretty much free of their school year obligations, and looking for something enriching and educational to do. Sure, they will. But, parents and …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Quilt Club The Nappanee Quilt Club, a club for those interested in new quilting techniques, meets the second Thursday each month at the library. Members will next meet from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14. Membership is open to anyone. Join the fun and fellowship …read more.

By TERRI RITTER North Webster Community Public Library It’s big. It’s humongous. It’s a mega book sale. The friends of the North Webster Community Public Library will hold it’s biannual book sale Thursday, May 21, through Saturday, May 23, in the North Webster Community Center banquet hall. Thousands of gently used books, movies, CDs, games, …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library News from the Syracuse Public Library. Winners Announced The Syracuse Library has two winners who guessed within two the number of sticks in the jars during National Library Week. The winner in the children’s department for a family swim at Brook Pointe Inn is Paige Cunningham. The …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF Adult Craft Night Now that winter is behind us, it’s time to think of planting and gardening. Join us at 6 p.m. Monday, May 11, when we will be making indoor herb garden planters. These adorable planters are made from clay terracotta pots and decorated with black chalkboard paint and twine …read more.

By LAURIE VOSS Circulation Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Everyone has a passion in their lives. With some it’s gardening, maybe reading, crafting, or something totally different. For many it’s cemeteries and genealogy. People interested in genealogy can easily spend hours on genealogy and researching cemeteries. I am so happy that I recently found that …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF After School is Cool Join staff for a movie day. Follow along as Fawn, a fairy, and her friends, embark on a journey to protect a giant beast from the scout fairies who are trying to banish him. The movie is 76 minutes long and we will provide snacks and …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communications Specialist, Nappanee Public Library National Children’s Book Week National Children’s Book Week will be commemorated by the Nappanee Public Library with fun and prizes for the whole family. Activties, stories and crafts inspired by favorite titles will be held each evening, from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, May 4, through …read more.

By TERRI RITTER North Webster Public Library It’s a busy time at the library next week with lots of interesting and fun events. Due to a high level of interest among our patrons, we will once again offer our four class Beginning Genealogy Series, at 11 a.m. every Tuesday in May, starting May 5 and …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Library activities for the week of Saturday, May 2 through Saturday, May 9: Friends of Library The friends of the library are having a short meeting at 10:30 a.m. to finalize plans for the art auction in June. Those wanting to contribute time to the Syracuse library …read more.

By VALERIA FISHER Information Services Program Coordinator, Warsaw Community Public Library Adult and teen programs for May: The chess club meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays in May. For beginner or expert, and all ages are welcome. The cookbook club meets from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday, May 4. The theme is family favorite recipes. …read more.

By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Have you ever had one of those evenings where you want to see a great film, but are not sure what to watch? What you need is a movie that you won’t regret watching. I would like to suggest two films that I feel are worth …read more.

By MALEA JOHNSON Milford Public Library Staff Children’s Book Week Come to the library Monday, May 4, through Saturday, May 9, to celebrate Children’s Book Week. Down in the children’s department we will be giving away a stuffed animal and book each day. All you have to do is come and check out books in …read more.