Get Ready for ASTRO CAMP®! Join us from April through August for an exciting NASA Astro Camp® at your local library! Kids in grades K-12 can explore STEM activities, space science, and hands-on experiments—all FREE! Locations & Dates All Activities will begin at 4:00 p.m. on the scheduled day: Prentiss County – George E. Allen Library (Booneville) | 3rd Mondays April – August Tippah County – Ripley Library | 3rd Tuesdays April – August Alcorn Read more…
Library Snapshot Day Library Snapshot Day takes place on ranging dates in the first half of the year. This year, it takes place on April 1. It is an engaging way to help capture the daily ongoings of libraries and the amount of support and appreciation they receive from communities. It involves sharing pictures, testimonials, and data on libraries to showcase their immeasurable impact on communities and society. It is a chance for libraries to Read more…
Tolkien Reading Day is held on the 25th of March each year. It has been organised by the Tolkien Society since 2003 to encourage fans to celebrate and promote the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien by reading favourite passages. We particularly encourage schools, museums and libraries to host their own Tolkien Reading Day events. Why 25 March? The 25th of March is the date of the downfall of the Lord of the Rings (Sauron) and the Read more…
Tonight, skywatchers across North America will be treated to a breathtaking celestial event: a total lunar eclipse, often referred to as a “Blood Moon” due to the reddish hue the moon takes on during totality. This rare phenomenon occurs when the Earth passes directly between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow that transforms the moon’s appearance. Here’s everything you need to know to catch this stunning event, including the exact times for various Read more…
Celebrate National Plant a Flower Day! Spring is just around the corner, bringing beautiful sunshine and warmer temperatures. Today is the perfect day to celebrate National Plant a Flower Day! Planting flowers is a wonderful activity for all ages, including small children. They will love helping to dig in the ground and prepare the soil. Plus, they can help decide which flowers to plant. Choosing the Right Flowers When selecting flowers, consider their sunlight preferences: Sun-loving Read more…
This Friday night, don’t miss the rare opportunity to witness a spectacular celestial event: a planetary alignment featuring seven planets. Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars will all appear together in what is known as a “planetary parade” shortly after sunset. The Big Picture: February 28th is considered the best day to see this alignment worldwide. According to the astronomy website and app Star Walk, this event is a must-see for stargazers and astronomy Read more…
Today is National Tell a Fairy Tale Day, a perfect opportunity to gather your family and dive into the magical world of fairy tales. Whether you choose to share classic stories like Snow White and the Seven Dwarves or Rumpelstiltskin, or create your own enchanting tales, this day is all about celebrating the timeless art of storytelling. Share Classic Fairy Tales Start by telling familiar stories that everyone loves. Classics like Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Cinderella, and Rumpelstiltskin have captivated audiences Read more…
Abraham Lincoln Sure, we know Abraham Lincoln was a U.S. president (the 16th, to be precise). Maybe we remember something about the Emancipation Proclamation or the Gettysburg Address. But did you know that he was born to illiterate parents? Or that he discovered his knack for easy conversation while working in a general store? Come along as we take a look back at some remarkable moments in the life of Abraham Lincoln on his February Read more…
Today is National Send a Card to a Friend Day so take some time to pick out a card and send some good cheer through the mail. You can use cards you purchase from a store, or make your own with paper, crayons, markers, and stickers. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, why not make a Valentine themed card? You can use white, pink, or red paper and decorate it with hearts, sweet messages Read more…
Try these easy ways to make snowflakes today: One way is with white coffee filters – just fold the filter in half a total of four times. Then cut a design on each side of the filter, using either regular or craft scissors. When you unfold it, your snowflake will be revealed. You can also cut snowflakes out of plain white copy paper and then follow the same instructions above.
