A picture says a thousand words—but when it comes to kids’ picture books, it’s clear that not everyone hears the same words. Picture books represented a troubling percentage of challenges in the ...

Though people may not readily think of their library card from the Waukegan Public Library as a vehicle to receive a discount at a local restaurant, a reduced-price theater ticket, or free entry to a ...

The Sussex County Library System is inviting residents of all ages to take part in its 2026 Winter Reading Challenge, titled Reading Revolution. The program ...

When Leigh Knapp became her school’s first full-time media specialist, she had a vision to change the library into a place where kids felt seen and encouraged, and could discover a joy of reading.

LAKEWOOD, Ohio -- School is out, which means the “summer slide” officially begins. Hoping to stave off the educational decline is the Lakewood Public Library, which recently kicked off its annual ...

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The upcoming start of the new school year also marked the end of the Morton Grove Public Library’s summer reading program, and a lawn party was held Saturday that celebrated both. The event was open ...

SPOKANE, Wash. — With the end of the school year just around the corner, the Spokane Public Library is kicking off its annual Summer Reading Club — and it’s open to all ages. Kids and adults can sign ...

The Okotoks Public Library is more than just books and magazines; it also offers a variety of programs, clubs and social opportunities for people in the Foothills. “The library offers programs; free ...

ONALASKA, Wis. (WKBT) -- Children spent their morning reading aloud to furry, four-legged listeners as the Onalaska Library hosted a special "Read to Rover" event in partnership with the Coulee Region ...