the special activities we have scheduled for June. Some programs require registration due to limited space and supplies, registration for June programs opens Tuesday, May 20. Join us Friday, May 30, at 6:00 p.m. to kick-off the start of summer and our summer reading program! We’ll enjoy a foam party, sprinkler, and yard games on the Library lawn. Pick up your reading logs, calendar, and brochure to get all the details of the summer. Our Summer Reading Program runs from June 1 through July 31. Level Up at Your Library! Library Access Regular Library hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed Sundays. Please always refer to our website calendar or call to check hours as weather may impact our ability to be safely open. We are open Friday, May 23, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. to allow time for our monthly staff in-service. We are closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Everyone is welcome at the Library and our programs. Please contact us with access needs. What’s New? Nonfiction opens the door to discovery—whether you’re diving into history, exploring science, or gaining fresh insight into everyday life. This week’s picks highlight the wide range of real-world stories and knowledge waiting to be explored. The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health & Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood (Ages 6–12) by Dr. Sheryl Gonzales Ziegler. A compassionate and practical guide for parents, this book offers insight into the emotional, physical, and mental changes kids experience during their often-overlooked middle years. Food for Thought by Alton Brown. Beloved chef and TV personality Alton Brown serves up more than just recipes in this flavorful blend of food science, kitchen wisdom, and personal stories. High Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy by Dr. Judith Joseph. This timely and empowering book shines a light on the silent struggles of high-functioning depression, offering strategies for healing and rediscovering joy.

Chris Umscheid

SOLON — The Solon Fire Department will hold their annual Firefighters Breakfast Sunday, May 25, at the Solon Firehouse, 400 Windflower Lane. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, and ham will be served 6:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at $10 for adults, $5 for kids 5-12, and free for kids under 5.

The breakfast, a Solon tradition since 1963, serves as a fundraiser for unbudgeted expenses throughout the year (such as training opportunities) and also provides the firefighters with an opportunity to meet the public in a non-emergency setting centered around community fellowship.