Journey into the library this summer

It’s May and who would think to expect snow to start it off. May is Bike Month celebrated every May for the last 55 years.  If you happen to get on the road check out the League of American Bicyclists and challenge yourself by playing Bike Month Bingo!

Preschool storytimes meet Mondays from 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m., toddler storytimes meet Tuesdays from 11:15 a.m. to 11:35 a.m., and infant storytimes meet Thursdays from 11:15 a.m. to 11:35 a.m.

The next Library and Lunch will meet on Tuesday, May 14 at noon. The book chosen for the month is "The Chance" by Karen Kingsbury.  It’s a heartwarming story about childhood friends, broken lives, and a long ago promise that just might offer the hope of love for today. In “The Chance”, Kingsbury delves deeply into a theme that resonates with us all: It’s never too late for those willing to take a chance.

Teen Pizza Party will be held on Thursday, May 16 at 4 p.m. All high schoolers are welcome to come and hang out at the library.

Book Chat will be held on Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 p.m.  Come discuss what books you are currently reading. Discover what new books have hit the shelves and what others are reading.  If you haven’t read one in a while, stop by, and share what books you adore.

The library will be hosting a Recipe Swap on Monday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m.  Dessert was the focus of the Recipe Swap last week… lemon cake, coconut pineapple cupcakes, apple cake and cinnamon roll cake were on display. This month we’re focusing on picnic salads!  I visited my sister while I was out of town and she makes the best summery salad. That might have to be my contribution in May!

The Gardening Club will meet on Tuesday, May 21 6:30 p.m. The latest update on the daisies is that they haven’t shown up for this gardener. The basil was a flop too.

The countdown begins for Summer Reading 2013. Sign up starts on Monday, May 20! What will be digging into this summer? The kickoff event is Thursday, May 23 at 6:30 p.m. where we will be making dirt cups!

For the latest library programming take a peek at the library website or grab a newsletter from the circulation desk. Stay tuned and connected through our social media pages.  If you have any questions or suggestions about books or programs don’t hesitate to ask.  See you at the library this summer!