September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!  Register for a Pope County library card and open the door to Endless Possibilities--check out everything from books and DVDs to items from our Library of Things.  Access our free computers and digital resources such as e-books, e-zines, audio books, and an expansive list of databases.  Sign up today!

Sensory Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool (0-5 years)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Event Details:

Sensory hour is for kids with sensory sensitivity and will include the following:

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join the fun as we build literacy, motor skills, and community through rhymes, songs, books, and hands-on activities for children and their parents.

We will be reading Arlo Rolled by Susan Pearson and creating peas in pod for the craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Explore Robotics

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary (6-11 years)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

WE HAVE ROBOTS! Build robots or use coding to direct Ozobots or Ollies at our monthly robotics sessions.

Come explore robotics and do some robot themed activities with us.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Crafternoon

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Our All Ages programs are open for everyone.  Attend on your own or bring a friend or family member along.  We'll be glad to see you!

Come join us for Crafternoon, where you can learn new crafting skills or bring your own craft project and chill with us while working on your project.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

LEGO Playtime

2:00pm–3:00pm
Elementary (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years)
Hector Public Library
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Games

Playing with LEGOs builds problem solving and fine motor skills as well as creativity, concentration, and perseverance.  LEGO play can also reduce anxiety and stress--plus it just plain fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

Star Readers Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary (6-11 years)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Book Club, Storytime
Event Details:

This program invites beginning readers (K-2nd grade) to read with the stars! Each month, we will watch a reading by a famous author or actor, and we will discuss it. We will explore literary elements like plot, theme, characters, and setting.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Written Driver's License Test Prep

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology, Life Skills, River Valley Adult Learning Alliance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to earn your driver’s license? We’re here to help!