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Banned Books Week 2023
Books are a gateway to learning about aspects of our world that we may have otherwise never known about.
Hobbit Day 2023
J.R.R. Tolkien is one of the most influential authors of the fantasy genre. The epic world of Middle-earth has captured the imagination of readers and writers alike for decades.
National Library Card Sign-Up Month
The month of September marks the end of summer - the temperature starts to cool, kids go back to school, and summer vacations become a distant memory.
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at YPL
Every year, communities across the United States observe Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 by celebrating the contributions, traditions, cultures and history of individuals with roots from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Cen
World Letter Writing Day 2023
Every year on September 1, people worldwide are encouraged to find a piece of paper, grab a pen or pencil, and write a letter.
National Beach Day 2023
August 30 is annually celebrated as National Beach Day, a reminder to appreciate the time we spend
Women's Equality Day 2023
August 26th is Women’s Equality Day, a commemoration of the day in 1920 when women in America were guaranteed the right to vote.
National Relaxation Day
Celebrated on August 15th, National Relaxation Day draws our attention to the importance of taking care of ourselves and making moments of relaxation an essential par
Summer Reading Week Eight: Reading ROCKs!
Our summer reading theme for Summer 2023 is “All Together Now”.
International Cat Day 2023
If you’re not a fan of the dog days of summer, then maybe International Cat Day is more your speed.
Fighting Food Waste with YPL
For those familiar with “The New Sustainable You” program, you’ll already be familiar with the topic of food waste in our daily lives. We’ve talked about this before, but now it is more urgent given the recent rise in global temperatures.