The start of back to school season is upon us and we’re gearing up for after school fun at the Library to begin in September. BAM POW, our Thursday early-out program, begins Thursday, September 11. This program is intended for 1st-8th grade students and runs from 1:45-2:45 p.m. while school is in session, the calendar is available on our website which highlights the cancellations during school breaks and holidays. Our weekly teen program, Switch and Social, begins Tuesday, September 9. This is a great opportunity for 6th-12th grade students to enjoy snacks, games on the Switch and time with friends from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Library Programs
Looking for lively conversation and your next great read? The Solon Book Club meets monthly for thought-provoking (and often laugh-filled) discussions on a wide variety of titles—fiction, nonfiction, and everything in between. Each month, a different member picks the book and leads the chat, so there’s always something new and unexpected. Tuesday, August 19, at 6:30 p.m. we’re chatting about The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin. New members are always welcome—bring your love of books and a curious mind!
Technology and how we use it is always changing, it can be mind boggling to try to keep up. That’s where we’re ready to help with Tech Talk Thursday, August 21, at 9:30 a.m. Bring your device(s) and questions for hands on help.
Storytime will take a short break Tuesday, August 26 and September 2. Join us Tuesday, September 9, at 10:30 a.m. for songs, books, and games! Weekly Storytime is intended for preschool age children and their caregivers, siblings always welcome.
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.
Friday, August 22, the Library will be open 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Everyone is welcome at the Library and our programs. Please contact us with access needs.
What’s New?
The Library is more than just books! We have online resources to help in a variety of ways. Whether you visit the Library to use a computer or access these resources at home, you can find them on our website, www.solon.lib.ia.us, under the Online Resources section.
The latest addition to our online resources is Mometrix, a test preparation database with prep materials for over 1000 standardized tests available. Whether you are studying for college prep, career readiness, nursing, or teaching, there’s a wide variety of materials available. To get started with Mometrix, click the link on our website and create an account.
