Do Something Nice Day: October 5, 2023
Compassion. It’s not just a word. It’s a way of being. It’s not just a concept. It’s love in action.
--Jeff Brown
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Banned (Picture) Books Week: October 1-7, 2023
Banned Book Week celebrates the freedom of speech by encouraging the public to read controversial books and promoting respectful dialogue on challenging modern issues.
Banned Books Week and You
This year's Banned Books Week is October 1st through October 7th, as organized by the American Library Association.
Talk Like a Pirate Day: September 19, 2023
Ahoy, mateys! Today be Chatter Like a Pirate Day, so we celebrate the world o’ make-believe by roundin’ up some pirate books and learnin’ the hair-raisin’ tales o’ some real-life pirates…
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
National Teddy Bear Day- September 10, 2023
In honor of National Teddy Bear Day on September 9, let’s take a look at five unusual fun teddy bear facts and traditions:
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Creating Content in the Creative Studio
If you are looking for a private location to create videos and take photographs for social media platforms, the Creative Studio is a great option for you.
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.
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.
Summer Reading Week Seven: Environment
Our summer reading theme for Summer 2023 is “All Together Now”. For the next two weeks, we will be exploring themes of TOGETHERness, in an acrostic using the word “together”.
This week’s theme is Environment!
Dog Days of Summer at YPL
The warm, humid weather of August are truly the dog days of summer, but August is also filled with many dog-centric holidays!
Summer Reading Week Six: Happiness
Our summer reading theme for Summer 2023 is “All Together Now”. For the next three weeks, we will be exploring themes of TOGETHERness, in an acrostic using the word “together” in celebration of our summer reading program.