Roll out to the Library and Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with us! September was named National Library Card Sign Up Month in 1987 to help mark the start of a new school year and the importance of a library card to a child’s education. At Solon Public Library we want every community member to know they are welcome at the Library!
We’re celebrating Library Card Sign Up Month with a special Pickleball prize!
There are two ways to enter to win:
1) Get a new Library Card or
2) Update your existing account in September. One entry per account.
Lost your Library card? Replacement card fees are waived in September!
Library Events
After School Programs have begun at the Library! Tuesdays are for Teens (6th-12th graders) with Switch & Social from 3:30-4:30 p.m. and Thursdays for 1st-8th graders to enjoy BAM POW from 1:45-2:45 p.m. For all of the details of these fun activities, please visit our website, pick up a calendar, or ask a staff member. Switch & Social and our BAM POW program are drop-in programs, they do not require registration.
Our Fall Session of Drawing Club began on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and continues weekly through October 9 from 3:45-4:45 p.m. This 6-week program is for 4th-8th graders and does require registration. Sign up on our website calendar and join us to learn drawing techniques, participate in a sharing circle, and enjoy a snack! All supplies are provided.
Come try a new thing at DIY Night! This month we’re painting bricks Tuesday, September 10 at 6:30 p.m. Take some time to brighten up your garden with this painted craft. These colorful items can be placed on your porch, used as bookends for real books, home decor, or even used as a door stopper. Registration required as space is limited.
Fun For All Night returns Saturday, September 14! In partnership with Solon Recreation we’ll enjoy this tradition on the second Saturday of the month (September – April) at the Solon Community Center. Join us for gym games at 6:00 p.m. and then head to the auditorium at 7:00 p.m. for the movie, Elemental [PG] and popcorn. This free night of fun is for all-ages to enjoy, so bring your friends and neighbors and enjoy a night out!
Anyone who’s installed a child car seat can attest that there’s a lot of details that go into getting it right. You want to make sure the seat is fitting well in your vehicle, buckle it in tight, and you even need to make sure the seat is the right size for your child and not expired. Why take the chance on all of these details? Have your child’s car seat inspected by a trained professional! On Saturday, September 21 Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPST) will be on-site and ready to answer questions, check your seat for safety recalls, and assist with making sure your child safety seat is correctly installed. Appointments are available from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Registration is recommended, as a limited number of walk-in appointments will be available. Plan to spend 20-30 minutes at your appointment, making sure your child is safe!
Tech Talk returns Thursday, September 19 at 9:30 a.m. and we’re highlighting Transparent Language, a Library provided resource to assist in learning a language or keeping up your skills. You can use this resource on a computer (connected to the internet) and on your smart device via the Transparent Language app. Bring your favorite device or use a Chromebook to get hands on help at Tech Talk.
Library Access
Regular Library hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sundays.
Don’t forget, the digital library is always available! Find an eBook, eAudiobook, magazines and more with Bridges, or with the Libby app on your favorite smart device. You can even stream classic films, discover new favorites, and more with Kanopy on your favorite smart device.
Everyone is welcome at the Library and our programs. Please contact us with access needs.
What’s New?
Find something for everyone and enjoy a movie night at home!
The Bikeriders. Over the course of a decade, a Midwestern motorcycle club evolves from a gathering place for local outsiders to a sinister gang, threatening the original group’s way of life. Starring Austin Butler, Tom Hardy, Jodie Comer, and Norman Reedus. [Rated R]
Civil War. In a dystopian future America, a team of military-embedded journalists races against time to reach Washington, D.C., before rebel factions descend upon the White House. Starring Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, and Cailee Spaeny. [Rated R]
The Garfield Movie. After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father, a scruffy street cat, Garfield is forced to leave his perfectly pampered life in order to take part in a high-stakes heist. And an incredible outdoor adventure begins! 2024 Animated Film based on the cartoon series by Jim Davis. [Rated PG]
IF (Imaginary Friends). After discovering she can see everyone’s imaginary friends, a girl embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten imaginary friends with their kids. Starring Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, and John Krasinski. [Rated PG]