Just under a month to go before the start of the library’s Summer Reading Programs! We’re getting everything ready behind the scenes – nifty prizes, new books, really cool kids’ programming. It’s going to be an absolute blast!
This year our theme for the kids’ Summer Reading Program is ‘Dream Big Read!’ and for the adults, it’s ‘Sunny Days, Starry Nights.’ Are you excited yet? Stay tuned for more information. The Summer Reading Programs will start on June 11th and run through August 4th.
The AARP has been the pre-eminent older driver’s safety program for over thirty years. Every year, thousands of drivers over 50 have taken AARP’s class and learned how to protect their safety on the roads. In 2011, over 500,000 people took this course! (Source)
Some people may be wondering – why would I need a driver’s safety course? If you’ve never refreshed your knowledge of the rules of the road since you took driver’s ed as a teenager, you may want to catch up on the ever-changing traffic laws. If you’re starting to experience issues driving comfortably or you’re starting to wonder if a family member’s driving is erratic or unsafe, this also is the class for you. Even if you don’t have safety concerns, some auto insurances will give you a discount after you complete this class!
When family and friends get together, old photos are often brought out and memories of “the olden days” are shared.
Family stories have much greater meaning for younger members when they can see pictures of people and events.
Are you reluctant to share your older photos or other documents because they have become more fragile with time? Why not bring them to Spring Lake District Library and make copies?
April showers bring May flowers…well, maybe this year it’s more “March heat wave brought April flowers.” So what will May bring? Pilgrims aren’t likely, but other than that, who knows?
We at the library are as curious as you, but what we do know about May is that it’s bringing a great selection of library programs! From author visits at storytime to our last Music by the Fireplace of the season to a boater safety class, there’s a lot going on this month. And we’re gearing up for the Adult and Kids’ Summer Reading Program coming in June!
They say every day should be Earth Day, but for the past 52 years, April 22nd has been set aside as a day to re-commit to protecting the environment, to participate in community activities, and to learn more ways to live ‘green.’
At the Spring Lake District Library, we’re observing Earth Day this year by hosting three events: one to help you protect your identity and recycle your papers at the same time and two to inform and start a conversation.
