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The library will be closed on Monday, February 15 in honor of Presidents’ Day. We'll see you on Tuesday, February 16.

Friends of the New Carlisle Public Library
Spring Book Sale 

The Friends of the New Carlisle Public Library will hold a book sale starting on March 1, 2021 through at least April 3, 2021. The book sale will be open during regular library hours, which are Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m. through 8:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m. through 6:00 p.m., and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

March is Women's History Month. During this month we will work on several challenges to help us recognize what women have done for the United States. One challenge will be to read about Harriet Tubman whose picture may soon be on the twenty dollar bill. There will be several activity challenges of which you must do 4 to earn badges to be in a drawing. For registering you will receive a lanyard and if you complete all the necessary activities you will be in a drawing.

Creative Writing Workshop for Teens with Sarah Anne Carter

Spring Surprises Reading Program
March 1 - April 30, 2021
Come on a spring adventure with us! Complete seven hours of reading for a SURPRISE EGG and keep completing activity badges to earn golden tickets for raffle prizes. New activity badges will be added as the program continues, so keep checking for new surprise badges.  Free & fun for ages 0-17.

CROW: Reading in Nature: Fantastic Frogs!
Viewable online March 3, 1:00 p.m. and thereafter.
Did you know that frogs, as well as other amphibians, are coming out already? It may seem too cold, but the Spring Peepers are mating, and the Northern Leopard Frog and American Toad are starting to call for mates. Listen for them in the evening. We will read, “The Wide-Mouthed Frog” and talk about frogs and their calls. Then, do an activity outside. Be sure to do a craft with Bailey on Thursday! (V)

Peace Frog - A Teen Reading & Mindfulness Challenge

Take a deep breath in and out, notice where you are, and how you are feeling. Great job! You are on your way to becoming a more mindful person. Try this challenge and earn badges as you take some much-needed me time. Each badge you earn will offer you tickets you can spend in our online raffle drawings. This teen challenge will strengthen your mind and your body. Free & fun for grades 5-12. Ribbit!

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Sarah Anne Carter, author of three novels, is hosting a creative writing workshop for teens in grades 6-10. This workshop will cover point of view, setting and showing vs. telling. Sarah Anne will also discuss her writing process and how her books were published. For more information on Sarah Anne Carter or her books, visit www.sarahannecarter.com.

To register for this free Zoom Workshop, please email readingisimportant@gmail.com.

Peace Frog Teen Challenge

Take a deep breath in and out, notice where you are, and how you are feeling. Great job! You are on your way to becoming a more mindful person. Try this challenge and earn badges as you take some much-needed me time. Each badge you earn will offer you tickets you can spend in our online raffle drawings. This teen challenge will strengthen your mind and your body. Free & fun for grades 5-12. Ribbit!

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Available on Monday, April 19th for no-contact pickup, while supplies last.  Free!

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