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Seward's Folly Celebrates an Anniversary
Image of the check used to buy Alaska, from Wikipedia.

Last month, a group of school children entered the library and returned many books about each of the 50 states.  They were excited to share their new-found knowledge. 

  • Posted: Wed, 01/23/2019 - 10:43am

 

Introducing Explora™ - a new student and public research portal
Graphic of the explora logo, a hot air balloon, floating over a large city.

Researchers who have been using our online reference collection, including our Student Portal, may soon notice a change.

Now available is an engaging and versatile interface called Explora, created by leading reference provider EBSCO.

  • Posted: Wed, 06/29/2016 - 9:15am

 

Stuffed-animal superhero academy was a blast
Stuffed animals wearing superhero costumes.

Hello boys and girls!

My name is Darby and I live in the big doghouse over at the Wheatfield Library. I spend most of my time lying on top of the dog house roof, but last month we had a bit of excitement at the library. 

  • Posted: Tue, 09/22/2015 - 4:13pm

 

Check Me Out: The Black Book of Colors
book cover featuring gray grass and insects on a black background

"Thomas says that yellow tastes like mustard, but is as soft as a baby chick’s feathers,” starts this elegant and beautiful children's book from Venezuela.

  • Posted: Sat, 08/29/2015 - 9:43am

 

Free kids eBooks for summer reading
Hoosier Family of Readers logo

Capstone Digital and the Indiana Department of Education's Hoosier Family of Readers is giving you access to the largest collection of digital books called myON!

  • Posted: Wed, 06/10/2015 - 3:18pm

 

Special Days in April
kids with Clifford the Big Red Dog masks

It's April, and as the area warms back up, there are plenty of things to do. Are you ready to celebrate spring?

  • Posted: Wed, 04/01/2015 - 3:43pm

 

Special Days in July
Photo of a girl making a triumphant fist at a county fair.

Summer Reading continues this month with movies and crafts and programs for all ages. The fair happens July 12-18, and for many Jasper County kids and teens, the fair will be their home away from home for that week. Don't forget to stock up on movies and books at your library to relax in the evenings.

  • Posted: Wed, 07/02/2014 - 2:02pm

 

Special Days in June

Summer is here this month, and so is summer reading. There is a lot of science going on this year with FIZZ BOOM READ, so be sure to check out the exciting programs and events happening at your local library.

  • Posted: Mon, 06/02/2014 - 4:15pm

 

Special Days in May

May is here and that means time to finish school and get ready for SUMMER! What plans are you and your family making this year? Don't forget about Summer Reading at the Library! Signups for most programs start this month.

  • Posted: Mon, 05/05/2014 - 11:17am

 

Special Days in April
Egg Hunt

It's April, and as the area warms back up, there are plenty of things to do. Are you ready to celebrate spring?

  • Posted: Fri, 04/04/2014 - 1:02pm

 

Special Days in March

There's plenty to do in March. We change time zones, celebrate spring, plus there's always something happening at the Library!

  • Posted: Wed, 03/05/2014 - 3:11pm

 

Special Days in February
Siblings kissing

In the middle of a snowy winter, there is lots to celebrate this February. The 2014 Winter Olympics start this month, and the Year of the Horse Lunar New Year celebration co

  • Posted: Wed, 03/05/2014 - 2:41pm

 

Create a snowflake at the Wheatfield Library
Photo of the library's snow-themed winter wall

Create a snowflake at the Wheatfield library and help decorate for winter! Children are invited to make a paper snowflake this month and to show off their artwork on the library's winter wall. The wall needs plenty of snowflakes to stay cold, so be sure to stop by and help! For more information about this free program, visit or call the Wheatfield Library at 956-3774.

  • Posted: Fri, 01/17/2014 - 4:04pm

 

Special Days in January
Photo of kids enjoying flower blossom "snow" by John-Morgan via flickr

January is Get Organized Month, National Eye Care Month and National Soup Month.

  • Posted: Mon, 01/13/2014 - 11:45am

 

Special Days in December

When we think of December, we think of it as the holiday season. Though most Americans are familiar with Christmas, there are several other holidays that take place in this winter month. Read on for links to learn more about them.

  • Posted: Mon, 12/02/2013 - 11:24am