A Harvest of Happenings

The crisp air, color-changing leaves, and pumpkin everything are here–and so are some warm, fun activities to enjoy with family, friends, and neighbors.

Come celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with us the whole month of September! Sign up for a library card and be entered into a drawing for a chance to win an exciting prize. Both children and adults can participate.

All aboard for history! Join us for a captivating evening with Karl Scheich as we journey back to the golden age of railroads in Noble County. The presentation will be at the library on Wed., Sept. 23rd, from 5:00-6:00 pm. Bring your family and friends.

Oct. 6th brings back our Fall Story Time for the little ones. Three- to five-year-old’s can come enjoy stories, games, crafts, and songs as they learn about “SHAPES ALL AROUND US”. The program runs every Tuesday from 10:30–11:00 am through Nov. 10th.

We’ve been doing some fall clean-up here as we get ready for our upcoming Fall Book Sale! We’ve a lot of fiction books, children’s books, young adult books, books on CD, and DVDs. The sale will be held Oct. 5th through Oct. 10th in the main library building during library hours. This is a perfect time to stock up for the winter season!

We have some “Fall Fun at the Library” coming up! You can come enjoy games, pumpkin painting, and treats. This event will take place at the library on Oct. 21st, from 4:00-6:00 pm.

The monthly Puzzle Swap begins again on Tuesday, Oct. 27th. We will also have a swap on Tuesday, Nov. 24th and Dec. 29th. Our new swap hours are 4:30-6:30 pm. It’s free and open to all ages. Bring your puzzles to exchange with others. Don’t have any puzzles? No problem. We have extras! Swapped puzzles should be in good condition with all pieces present. Contact Caldwell Public Library for comments or questions.

Calling all of our adult patrons! We’ve a reading challenge for you coming up in November. How does it work you might ask? Every book you check out and read will count as an entry into a drawing for a chance to win you an awesome prize. Whoever reads the most books by the end of the month will be the winner!

To honor and say thank you to all who have served. We will be having a Veteran’s Day Luncheon on Nov. 2nd. The Luncheon will be held at the Caldwell VFW from 11:00-12:00 am. Feel free to bring a guest. Please RSVP by Oct. 23rd. You can stop by the library or call us at 740-732-4506 to do so.

Do you love to build Legos? Come create something original with Library Legos! We will have Lego Play starting again on Monday, Nov. 9th, from 5:00-6:00 pm. We will also have Lego Play on Monday, Dec. 14th. It’s for K-5th grade. Call the library to register at 740-732-4506. Limited to twelve participants. We will add additional sessions if needed.

Whether you’re here for a story, a craft, a community gathering, to have some fun, or just to find a good read or watch, this is your chance to slow down, connect, and celebrate the season together.

Come in, get cozy, and make this autumn unforgettable!

Turning the Page: Summer Reading Reflections and Future Chapters

Summers not over just yet–but it’s getting close! There’s still time to swing by the library, grab a good book, and join in on our last round of sunny-season events. Let’s make these final warm days count before the leaves start to turn.

We had an amazing Summer Reading Program filled with excitement, learning, and community fun! From our thrilling dinosaur scavenger hunt and fascinating traveling dinosaur museum to celebrating America’s 250th birthday, enjoying colorful face painting, and wrapping it all up with a splash at our grand finale pool party–every moment was unforgettable. We’re already looking forward to next year’s program–Mysteries Await at Your Library^tm. Get ready to follow the clues, uncover hidden secrets, and discover stories waiting to be found!

We’ve been doing some decorating here as we get ready for our upcoming Tailgate Party! The party will be held on Aug. 19th here at the library from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. Everyone is welcome. You can come enjoy games and enter into a drawing for a chance to win a prize.

School is starting back here soon, and we’re excited to see students filling the halls again! Don’t forget to gather all your school supplies so you’re ready for a great start. The library is here to support your learning all year long–stop by for books, resources, and a quiet place to study. We hope you have a wonderful and successful school year ahead! (Caldwell starts back Aug. 19th. Shenandoah starts back Sept. 8th.)

August 31st brings back the Noble County Fair. Go out and enjoy some food, music, animals, the derby, the truck and tractor pull, rides, vendors, and more!

Looking for a new read? A few new titles are: The Country Road Murders (James Patterson), Deep Water (Stuart Woods), The Fourth Option (Jack Carr), Innocent Amish Target (Patricia Johns), The Cookbook Clue (Elizabeth Penney), Protecting the Baby (Jodie Bailey), and A Sprinkle of Sweet Serendipity (Rachel Linden).

Some new DVD releases include: Animal Farm, Big-T Explorer, Hamnet, The Land of Sometimes, and Right in Front of Me.

Stop in and see what’s new, check something out, and enjoy the last bit of summer!