The library will be closed for the holidays to allow staff and patrons time to celebrate with family and friends. We will be closed Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. We wish everyone a warm, safe, and joyful holiday season!

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​As we say goodbye to 2025, we want to thank our wonderful community for another year of connection, creativity, and shared love of learning at the library. From storytimes and book clubs to special programs and community events, your participation made this year truly special. We look forward to welcoming 2026 with new opportunities, fresh ideas, and many more reasons to gather, read, and grow together. Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and joyful New Year!

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The Evening Book Club will meet on Tuesday, January 27 at 6:30 pm to discuss Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray. This compelling historical novel brings to life the remarkable story of Frances Perkins, the first woman to serve in a U.S. presidential cabinet. Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, the book explores Perkins’s determination, political savvy, and quiet strength as she works alongside President Franklin D. Roosevelt to shape groundbreaking social reforms. Rich in history and character, Becoming Madam Secretary offers an inspiring look at leadership, perseverance, and the power of change.

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The Senior Center Book Club will meet on Wednesday, January 28 at 1:00 pm at the Senior Center at the Golay to discuss The Baker’s Secret by Stephen Kiernan. Set in a small French village during World War II, this moving novel tells the story of a determined baker who risks everything to protect a young refugee from the Nazis. Blending courage, compassion, and moral choice, The Baker’s Secret is a powerful reminder of how ordinary people can perform extraordinary acts of bravery in times of great danger. Both book clubs welcome new members! Call 765-478-3335 or stop by the library to reserve your copy today.

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Mother Goose on the Loose continues into the new year with fun-filled storytimes on Wednesdays, January 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 11:00 am. Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities that support early literacy and social development.

 

Gamers’ Guild will meet on Mondays, January 5, 12, and 26 at 4:00 pm for creative adventures with Dungeons & Dragons and time to unwind with Nintendo Switch games. Open to ages 9–17, this program offers a welcoming space for imagination, teamwork, and fun.