Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI) @ SCCLD

Forty-five years ago, on March 28, 1979, President Jimmy Carter issued the first presidential proclamation for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week pointing out the significant role Asian and Pacific Islander Americans have played in American society with their contributions to the sciences, arts, industry, government, and commerce. Subsequent presidents renewed the resolution until Congress expanded the…
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Jewish American Heritage Month 2024

May is Jewish American Heritage Month "The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of Jewish Americans who helped form the fabric of American history, culture and society." From…
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National Library Week 2024

National Library Week 2024: Ready, Set, Library!  NLW promotes the idea that in our always-online world, libraries give us the green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and focus on what matters most. No matter where you find yourself on the roadmap through life's journey--preparing for a…
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National Pet Day 2024

Thursday, April 11, 2024 is National Pet Day!  From the furry to the scaly, the hoppy to the slithery, a pet can be a special part of a child's life.  According to a survey by the American Veterinary Medical Association, the majority of pet owners consider their pets to be members of their families.  Whether…
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