Elements of Play: Babies and Play
Play is important for healthy brain development and supports a whole range of development skills that promote well-being throughout life.
Be-You-Tiful 2026 Multimedia Contest Submissions Open!
Submit your artwork, essay, or poetry online by March 15, 2026 for a chance to win!
Presidents' Day holiday Mon., Feb. 16. All libraries closed.
Mon., Feb. 16 is Presidents' Day holiday. Honors all our nation's presidents. Our libraries will be closed. Online resources are available.
Lunar New Year 2026 - Year of the Fire Horse
Learn more about the Lunar New Year, related library programs, and fun family reads for the season!
Elements of Play: Babies and Play
Play is important for healthy brain development and supports a whole range of development skills that promote well-being throughout life.
Be-You-Tiful 2026 Multimedia Contest Submissions Open!
Submit your artwork, essay, or poetry online by March 15, 2026 for a chance to win!
Presidents' Day holiday Mon., Feb. 16. All libraries closed.
Mon., Feb. 16 is Presidents' Day holiday. Honors all our nation's presidents. Our libraries will be closed. Online resources are available.
Lunar New Year 2026 - Year of the Fire Horse
Learn more about the Lunar New Year, related library programs, and fun family reads for the season!
My China Roots
My China Roots is a genealogy resource for researching Chinese ancestry. Collections include records in both English and Chinese.
ConnectWell
A comprehensive consumer health information portal containing content by leading health information providers.
New York Times: Games
New York Times Games offers daily games like The Crossword, Wordle, Spelling Bee, Connections, and more. Solve puzzles at any skill level.
New York Times: The Athletic
The Athletic provides high-quality local, national and international news coverage of professional and collegiate sports teams.
My China Roots
My China Roots is a genealogy resource for researching Chinese ancestry. Collections include records in both English and Chinese.
ConnectWell
A comprehensive consumer health information portal containing content by leading health information providers.
New York Times: Games
New York Times Games offers daily games like The Crossword, Wordle, Spelling Bee, Connections, and more. Solve puzzles at any skill level.
New York Times: The Athletic
The Athletic provides high-quality local, national and international news coverage of professional and collegiate sports teams.
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Black Voices in Teen Literature @SCCLD
Teens are curious about their roles as emerging citizens. This list offers a starting point for discussions of race, justice, and privilege.
Adult Fiction
Historical Fiction - February 2026 @SCCLD
February is Black History Month. These novels offer captivating narratives into the struggles of Black communities throughout history.
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Arts & Crafts - February 2026 @SCCLD
Historical, vintage, retro, traditional - all of these apply to the craft books listed here!
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