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Book Club: “The Overstory” by Richard Powers
Book Club: “The Overstory” by Richard Powers
Check out the book and then come discuss with the group!
Administrative Offices: (620) 364-2010
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Water Bead Fish Tanks – All Week
Water Bead Fish Tanks – All Week
Make a Water Bead Fish Tank here at the New Strawn library or take for an on-the-go craft. June 27th - July 1st
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Songs, Stories, Crafts. All ages welcome! Visit our Storytime Facebook Group for more Storytime info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/481723402183658
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
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Crafternoons: Trace & Paint Summer Pictures
Crafternoons: Trace & Paint Summer Pictures
Join us for an afternoon of painting using the trace and paint method. All materials are provided, but please register before the event to assure supplies. Free will donations are welcome.
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Boat Races and Aquascopes
Boat Races and Aquascopes
This special Storytime is for kids of all ages. We'll have boat races and learn about aquascopes. Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet!
6 events,
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Come join Mrs. Bray for Story Time at 10:30, every Tuesday. Birth - Pre-K.
Book Buddies
Book Buddies
Lebo Branch is excited to start a new Summer Reading Program, Book Buddies! This program is for children going into 1st-4th grades. Each elementary student, will be paired with a Lebo High student to sit and read with every Tuesday and Thursday for 30-45 minutes during the month of June. If you have a child […]
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Shark Fin Cupcakes
Shark Fin Cupcakes
Come to the library and make shark fin cupcakes today at 10:30 a.m. For ages 18 & under.
Yak & Yarn
Yak & Yarn
Bring your current work-in-progress to the New Strawn Branch and have some fun & conversation. All fiber arts crafters are welcome!
6 events,
Story Time at the Rec
Story Time at the Rec
Join Miss Tammy at the Burlington Recreation Center for stories and activities for summer time fun!!
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
6 events,
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4th of July Shirts
4th of July Shirts
Come one, come all, and bring a plain tshirt!! It's our annual 4th of July t-shirt decorating day!! This year we will use crayons, sandpaper, and an iron to make a pretty patriotic design for your shirt! You don't want to miss it!! We'll do this all day (9:00-5:00) on Thursday, June 30th!
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Tie Dye Shirts
Tie Dye Shirts
Bring a white cotton t-shirt to tie dye. This program is for all ages and will be available two separate times--10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Book Buddies
Book Buddies
Lebo Branch is excited to start a new Summer Reading Program, Book Buddies! This program is for children going into 1st-4th grades. Each elementary student, will be paired with a Lebo High student to sit and read with every Tuesday and Thursday for 30-45 minutes during the month of June. If you have a child […]
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Cook the Book
Cook the Book
Check out one of our cookbooks, make a recipe at home, bring it to the program and share! All day Friday we will have the dishes available for patrons to sample and critique. All dishes will need to be prepared and available in appropriate dishes (crockpot, etc.). *Register and checkout cookbooks at the New Strawn […]
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
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Books & More Sale
Books & More Sale
Music cd's , dvd's, periodicals, craft supplies, books. Take what you want for a free will donation.
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Tales To Celebrate the Fourth of July
Tales To Celebrate the Fourth of July
Join storyteller JoHo in wishing America a Happy Birthday! Humorous tales and some fact finding too. We'll save the Liberty Bell, cook up a batch of Ma's 4th of July baked beans, and learn about the invention of fireworks. They'll be some fun role-playing. It will be a blast for the whole family!
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Songs, Stories, Crafts. All ages welcome! Visit our Storytime Facebook Group for more Storytime info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/481723402183658
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
5 events,
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YA Murder Mystery
YA Murder Mystery
The Oceanside Palace Hotel of Maui (aka the Lebo Branch) is hosting a luau on "Sunset Beach" on Tuesday July 5th from 2-5 p.m. We'll kick off the celebration with fun party games and snacks, but we've been told that some guests might not get along and others are hiding scandalous secrets so things could […]
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Come join Mrs. Bray for Story Time at 10:30, every Tuesday. Birth - Pre-K.
Yak & Yarn
Yak & Yarn
Bring your current work-in-progress to the New Strawn Branch and have some fun & conversation. All fiber arts crafters are welcome!
6 events,
Story Time at the Rec
Story Time at the Rec
Join Miss Tammy at the Burlington Recreation Center for stories and activities for summer time fun!!
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
6 events,
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Shark Sun Catcher
Shark Sun Catcher
Come read with Rita on Thursday July 7th from 10:30-11:30 a.m.!! You will learn about sharks and make your very own shark sun catcher!!
5 events,
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
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Movie on the Lawn & T-berry’s Tasty Treats
Movie on the Lawn & T-berry’s Tasty Treats
T-Berry's Tasty Treats food truck will be joining us for the Movie on the Lawn serving up flat nachos, BBQ sandwiches and tasty ice cream treats for desserts. The first 20 kids to arrive will receive a coupon for a free small ice cream cone. Be here for games and the food truck starting at […]
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5 events,
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Ocean Slime – All Week
Ocean Slime – All Week
This week's Summer Craft is Ocean Slime. Join us to make your slime here at the New Strawn library or take with you for an on-the-go craft. July 11th - 15th
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Ocean themed Shrinky Dinks
Ocean themed Shrinky Dinks
Show us your creativity making ocean themed Shrinky Dinks! Ages 18 & under.
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Songs, Stories, Crafts. All ages welcome! Visit our Storytime Facebook Group for more Storytime info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/481723402183658
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
5 events,
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Come join Mrs. Bray for Story Time at 10:30, every Tuesday. Birth - Pre-K.
Yak & Yarn
Yak & Yarn
Bring your current work-in-progress to the New Strawn Branch and have some fun & conversation. All fiber arts crafters are welcome!
7 events,
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Stuffed Turtle Workshop
Stuffed Turtle Workshop
Youth can stuff their own Telly the Turtle. Hear the story and make a wish. Sign up requested. Limited to the first 25 kids who sign up.
Story Time at the Rec
Story Time at the Rec
Join Miss Tammy at the Burlington Recreation Center for stories and activities for summer time fun!!
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
3 events,
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Under The Sea Party
Under The Sea Party
Come read with Rita on Thursday July 14th from 10:30-11:30 a.m.!! For this final Oceans of Possibilities Story Time there will be an aquatic-themed party with ocean ecosystem snacks!!It should be delicious and so much fun!!
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Sea Creature Sidewalk Chalk
Sea Creature Sidewalk Chalk
Check out actual size sea creature chalk drawings in the east parking lot.
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
1 event,
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Listening to Place: Nature and Poetry Walk
Listening to Place: Nature and Poetry Walk
Connecting with the natural world can provide a wellspring of knowledge and inspiration, enabling us to (re)discover strategies for living in the world, to grieve and heal after loss, and realign our thinking toward kinship, community, and sustainability. This beginner-friendly nature and poetry walk will be oriented to connecting with the more-than-human world through literature […]
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3 events,
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Water games
Water games
Get ready to get soaked! Join us for some fun water games at 10:30 a.m. Ages 18 & under.
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Songs, Stories, Crafts. All ages welcome! Visit our Storytime Facebook Group for more Storytime info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/481723402183658
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
5 events,
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Come join Mrs. Bray for Story Time at 10:30, every Tuesday. Birth - Pre-K.
Yak & Yarn
Yak & Yarn
Bring your current work-in-progress to the New Strawn Branch and have some fun & conversation. All fiber arts crafters are welcome!
6 events,
New Strawn Last Day to Log
This is last day to log your reading for the New Strawn Branch Summer Reading Program 2022.
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
Teen Escape
Teen Escape
Come join Misty and have fun at the library playing games, eating snacks, and hanging out with others. Ages 12-18
4 events,
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
1 event,
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5 events,
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Turtle Storytime
Turtle Storytime
This special Storytime is for children of all ages. We'll have a turtles sensory pool and crafts.
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Songs, Stories, Crafts. All ages welcome! Visit our Storytime Facebook Group for more Storytime info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/481723402183658
Burlington Summer Lunch
Burlington Summer Lunch
All kids 18 and under will be able to get a free meal at the Burlington Library (while supplies last) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting on June 6th. No registration required. Meals will be served in the meeting room. We'll also have activities for the kids during lunch
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Crafternoons: Flower Pot Ladies
Crafternoons: Flower Pot Ladies
This month we'll be making unique Flower Pot Ladies for our Crafternoon. All materials will be provided for this free will donation event. Please register with the New Strawn Branch if you plan to attend.
3 events,
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Story Time with Mrs. Bray
Come join Mrs. Bray for Story Time at 10:30, every Tuesday. Birth - Pre-K.
Yak & Yarn
Yak & Yarn
Bring your current work-in-progress to the New Strawn Branch and have some fun & conversation. All fiber arts crafters are welcome!
8 events,
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Didja Ever See a Fishy?
Didja Ever See a Fishy?
Storyteller Priscilla Howe will bring her puppets and tell some fishy stories to all ages. A hot dog lunch for all after the program.