The library offers a variety of programs and resources designed to foster a love of reading. These programs include story times, book clubs, author visits, and summer reading programs. These programs are available to all children and families in the library’s service area, regardless of their reading level or background.

This statement highlights the importance of access to books and reading for children. It emphasizes that reading is not just about acquiring knowledge, but also about fostering a sense of empowerment and expanding the child’s worldview. The library, as a community resource, plays a crucial role in providing access to books and fostering a love of reading.

Olivia Cvetko is a mother of two, and she is a strong advocate for early literacy. She believes that reading aloud to children is a crucial part of early childhood development. She emphasizes the importance of reading aloud to children from a very young age, starting from infancy. She believes that reading aloud to children from infancy helps them develop a love for reading and a strong foundation for future literacy skills.

“In order for them to be well versed in what’s happening in the world and for them to be able to communicate and really share with the world what their thoughts are, I think it starts with reading,” said Geraldine Russom, who brought her two little girls to read with her and pick out books at the library. The Main library, Marmalade and Sprague branches are all hosting preschool story time events. CLICK HERE to find a full list of each day’s and location’s events here: