Seward Memorial Library

09/29/2026

🎃 October is packed with exciting events at Seward Memorial Library! 📚✨

Fall is officially here, and we have an incredible lineup of programs coming up this month. Mark your calendars and join us for these October highlights:

🐉 Reading Dragons Party
Calling all dragon trainers! Join us for another fun-filled event with card battles, crafts, and new cards to add to your deck.
📅 Date: Saturday, October 10 at 10:00 AM
🔗 Details: sewardlibrary.org/post/reading-dragons-party-4

🌍 Arthur Clarke Diversity Lecture Series
Join us for an insightful community lecture and discussion as part of our ongoing diversity series.
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 13 at 6:30 PM
🔗 Details: sewardlibrary.org/post/arthur-clarke-diversity-lecture-2

🎃 The Craft Collective: Book Page Pumpkins
Get creative and turn old book pages into festive, rustic pumpkin decor just in time for Halloween!
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 20 at 6:30 PM
🔗 Details: sewardlibrary.org/post/the-craft-collective-book-page-pumpkins

👻 The Paranormal: Exploring the Unknown
Get into the spooky spirit! Explore local folklore, ghost stories, and the science behind paranormal investigation.
📅 Date: Thursday, October 29 at 6:30 PM
🔗 Details: sewardlibrary.org/post/the-paranormal-exploring-the-unknown

Head to our website or stop by the front desk for full details and registration. We can't wait to see you this October! 🍂

09/11/2026

Today marks 25 years since the events of September 11, 2001.

Seward Memorial Library joins our community in honoring the lives lost, the heroes who responded without hesitation, and the resilience of those left behind. Though a quarter of a century has passed, we hold fast to our promise to never forget.

Our doors are open today if anyone needs quiet space for reflection, remembrance, or a place to connect.

09/10/2026

🎨 Get Crafty at the Library! ✂️✨

Calling all creators, painters, and DIY lovers:
It's time to roll up your sleeves! We have two awesome creative events coming up at Seward Memorial Library, and spots fill up fast. Be sure to RSVP online to save your seat!

🧶 The Craft Collective: Adult Craft Night
🎨 Get Crafty at Seward Memorial Library! ✂️✨

Fall crafting is right around the corner! Registration is open for two upcoming events. Space is limited, so save your spot online today!

🍂 The Craft Collective: Adult Craft Night
Turn upcycled magazine pages into funky, festive fall leaves! All skill levels are welcome for this relaxing, eco-friendly project.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 15 at 6:30 PM
🎟️ Details: Free, all materials provided!
🔗 RSVP: sewardlibrary.org/event-details/the-craft-collective-adult-craft-night

🎨 Brush Hour Paint Party: "Autumn's Bounty"
Celebrate the season with a step-by-step guided painting of a warm harvest pumpkin scene. Open to ages 15 and up.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 22 at 6:00 PM
🎟️ Details: Free thanks to the "Hearts in Art" Jean Kolterman memorial! (Limited to 30 painters)
🔗 RSVP: sewardlibrary.org/event-details/brush-hour-paint-party-4

Grab a friend and sign up today! 🖼️✨

08/31/2026

🎉 Fall programs kick off THIS WEEK at Seward Memorial Library! 🎉

Whether you're looking to entertain little ones, keep students engaged after school, or get moving yourself, we’ve got something for everyone starting over the next few days:

✨ Toddler Time & Story Time 📚👶
Our weekly fun for little readers returns! Bring your kiddos for stories, songs, and play.

Toddler Time (Ages 3 & under): Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:00 AM
Story Time (Ages 4–6): Wednesdays & Thursdays at 10:00 AM

✨ Library League (Grades K–8) 🚌🎨
After-school fun is back! Students can head straight to the library for crafts, games, and activities.

When: Tuesdays at the Wellness Center from 4:00 PM - 4:45PM
Wednesdays at the Library from 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM

📋 Spots are limited on Tuesdays so please RSVP your spot online! Coming soon!

✨ Line Dancing Returns! 🤠💃
Ready to learn some steps or brush up your skills? Join us for free line dancing lessons—no partner or experience needed!

When: Thursday evenings at 6:30 PM
Where: Lower Level Conference Room

Head to our website for full details and registration forms. We can't wait to see you this week!

08/28/2026

🐉 DRAGON TRAINERS ASSEMBLE! 🐉

Kick off the new school year with the return of Reading Dragons! Join us TOMORROW morning for our official season kickoff party!

Here’s what’s happening:

🎨 Create your own stained-glass dragon banner craft
⚔️ Test your skills at our card battle stations
📋 Pick up your brand-new reading trackers
✨ Score an exclusive event card just for attending!

The Details:
📅 Date: Tomorrow — Saturday, August 29
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Seward Memorial Library

New to Reading Dragons? Grab your Starter Pack at the event and register online! (Returning participants do not need to re-register.)

Grab your decks and see you tomorrow morning! 🐉🔥

08/28/2026

🎉 Celebrate Becky Baker's Retirement Today! 🎉

Join us from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Lower Level Conference Room at Seward Memorial Library as we honor Becky Baker for her incredible 45 years of dedicated service and leadership.

Help us give her a wonderful send-off, and feel free to invite any retired friends or colleagues who would like to celebrate with us!

📖 Read more about her career and legacy here:

Join us in wishing Becky Baker farewell into retirement after 45 years!

08/27/2026

Hey, now, hey, now… this is what dreams are made of! 🎵✨

Tonie packs are officially available for checkout at Seward Memorial Library! Bring home screen-free stories, music, and audio adventures for your little listeners. Just place a character on top and let the magic happen.

🎧 Bonus peek: Yoto card packs are coming to our shelves soon, too!

08/14/2026

Seward Memorial Library is returning to its regular hours, effective this weekend!

Updated Hours
Sunday: Open 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Monday – Thursday: Open 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: Open 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Open 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Stop by this Sunday to browse our collection, use the computers, grab a puzzle or board game, or check out your next favorite book. We look forward to seeing you!

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