Message from Library Director Pamela Monroe
Hi Friends,
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Did you know May is National Get Caught Reading Month? In 1999, the Association of American Publishers founded the Get Caught Reading campaign to promote the impact books have on young people, but it can be so much bigger than that! As we prepare for summer, it is important to keep the reading momentum going. Here are a few tips to help you, your kids, your friends, and everyone you know "Get Caught Reading."
- Enjoy a quick read by checking out magazines on Flipster! This is perfect for when you only have a little bit of free time.
- Scatter books around the house. Cookbooks for the kitchen, graphic novels in the loft, or art books on the coffee table. Short reads are great for reluctant readers and busy people.
- Read during times of stress to help distract and refocus.Â
- Create a routine with the kids. Though reading every night may be ideal, for some, it is unrealistic. Find a day and time that work for your family and try to stick to them.
- Take your reading outside with our Wander and Wonder Trails. The weather is nice, and the birds are singing. Take the time to enjoy nature with a book.
As we embrace National Get Caught Reading Month, let’s remember the profound impact words can have on our lives and seize every opportunity to dive into reading.
Amazing things are happening,
Pamela Monroe, Library Director
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Join us for Unlocking History: Exploring Florida's Emancipation Day on Monday, May 13, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the downtown Main Library. During the program, Dr. Aron Myers from the John G. Riley Center and Museum will explore the history and significance of Florida's Emancipation Day, which is recognized each year on May 20. Learn about this key historical event and its impact on our community.
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Join Leon County Government and The Village Square for the ninth annual Created Equal on Tuesday, May 7, at 5:30 p.m. at The Moon, 1105 East Lafayette Street. Hear from a panel of experts and storytellers as they examine the stories of Black and Brown communities, their achievements, and their contributions to Leon County's history.
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This year’s Created Equal will delve deep into the stories of resilience, determination, and remarkable accomplishments of the Black and Brown individuals who have called Leon County home throughout its two-century existence.
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This event is free and open to the public. Dinner will be provided.
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Join us for a summer filled with fun and educational programs at all Leon County Public Library locations during June and July. This year's theme, "Adventure Begins at Your Library," offers activities and resources for every age group. Stay tuned for details!
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All Leon County Public Library locations will be closed on the following holidays:
- Emancipation Day: Monday, May 20, 2024
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 27, 2024
Our doors may be closed, but our digital library is always open. Start exploring today!
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Enjoy engaging virtual Author Talks with bestselling authors from a wide range of fiction and nonfiction genres. Tune in for these live events with interactive Q&As, or watch the recording afterward.Â
Upcoming virtual Author Talks include:
- Wednesday, May 1, at 3 p.m.: Author Talk with Douglas Brunt, New York Times bestselling author of The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel and Ghosts of Manhattan.
- Wednesday, May 8, at 7 p.m.: Author Talk with Nina Simon, New York Times bestselling author of Reese’s Book Club pick Mother-Daughter Murder Night.
- Tuesday, May 21, at 7 p.m.: Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang, New York Times bestselling author of Yellowface and the Poppy War trilogy.
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Congratulations to Elianah E. and Adaline E., patrons of the Eastside Branch Library, for each reading 1,000 books as part of the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Beanstack challenge. Their dedication to reading is truly inspiring!
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