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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Reading to your children, from birth through 5 years, is an important step in helping them acquire the skills they need to be ready to read. We’re here to help you create a love of reading for your child and to assist in their success in school from kindergarten and beyond. Register for our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program to make this challenge fun! Your child will receive prizes and stickers for every 100 books that are completed. Register at the Children’s Reference Desk to get started with our Instructions and Easy Fill-in Sheets.
This Month's Recommended Books
Meet our Program Specialists
Mrs. Conti
Mrs. Conti loves to talk about books and libraries with children and adults alike. In her spare time, Hannah enjoys reading out loud to her three kids, baking, and slowly turning her whole yard into a garden.
Mrs. Darcy
Come to the library and visit Mrs. Darcy! She likes to read and read; Her friends have all agreed; Storytime, crafts and bingo Programs she likes to lead; That makes her a very happy librarian indeed!
Mrs. Graybosch
She's a singer, she's a dancer, she's Super Storytime Teller! Mrs. Graybosch, our Musical Maestro, is guaranteed to shake your sillies out at our world famous storytimes… Don't miss out!
Mrs. Hoffman
Who can take a coffee lid, a bottle cap, a pompom and make a Super craft? Why Mrs. Hoffman can! She is our resident Marvelous Maker Maven! Do not hesitate to make a date to create at one of her Craftastic programs!
Mrs. LoDolce
Welcome, Bienvenue, Bienvenidos… Mrs. LoDolce would like to welcome you to the Children's Department. Suggestions and new ideas to further enrich your family's experience at the library are always welcome.
Mrs. McAteer
Looking for a good book recommendation? Mrs. McAteer is on the case! Whether she's searching in the stacks or running one of her storytimes, there's nothing Mrs. McAteer loves more than sharing her favorite books with new readers.
Mrs. Phelan
Whether she's creating colorful scavenger hunts with clues galore or finding books that you adore, Mrs. Phelan will guide you through each library aisle with a friendly face and a warm smile. With puzzles, games, and stories too, she'll find the perfect one for you! From mysteries to fairy tales, Mrs. Phelan's magic never fails.
Mrs. R
3D printers, Ozobots, and more, Oh my! Mrs. R is our Gifted Gadget Guru! Attend one of her electrified programs, and your tech skills will blast off!