We would thank Lisa Eccker for donating her time and talents and for doing such a wonderful job decorating and supplying handmade ornaments for a Harry Potter themed Christmas tree for the library. In addition to the lovely tree and all its magical trappings, Lisa painted some truly beautiful scenes on the front windows as well!
Earlier this week at Preschool Storytime & Movement we read “Pete the Cat Checks Out the Library” before singing some songs, doing a bit of coloring, and of course having our snack! Preschool Storytime & Movement will still be held every Monday morning at 10 AM through December with the exception of Christmas.
Remember to mark your calendars for “All About Appetizers” week at Cookbook Book Club coming up this Monday (12/4) at 6 PM. All those planning to attend are encouraged to bring an appetizer prepared from one of our local cookbooks and are welcomed to sample selections brought by others!
The library would like to thank author Harry Deitz, Jr. for visiting us earlier this week. Mr. Deitz shared an informative presentation and additional details concerning his most recent publication “Gentleman Jake: The Success and Tragedy of the Deadball Era’s Greatest First Baseman”. Once again, thank you to author Harry Deitz, Jr. for visiting our library and we look forward to your next book!
Don’t forget that that the library will be hosting an evening of STEM activities tomorrow that will be available anytime from 5-7 PM! Stimulating activities for those on the younger side as well as those who are a bit older will be available at this new event set to take place once a month going forward. There’s no need to sign up for this free family event, simply meet us on the second floor of the library tomorrow evening!
Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library would like to thank the Shamokin Street Department for raising our outdoor Christmas tree along with library employees Deb Steinberger and Nika Lawton for doing such a beautiful job decorating it!
Like every year, lightbulbs can be purchased at the library for $5 in memory or in honor of someone throughout the holiday season.
Keep up to date with everything happening at your local library this December! Printed calendars are readily available at the front desk along with handouts that include additional information about upcoming programs and events.
This past Saturday the library hosted Santa and everyone got the chance to chat with him and even got a souvenir picture with Santa to take home! We would like to thank Santa for visiting along with our partners at the NCCA for helping out with the craft that was also available. We hope everyone had a jolly good time!
Starting this coming Thursday, the library will be hosting an evening of STEM activities that will be available anytime from 5-7 PM! Stimulating activities for those on the younger side as well as those who are a bit older will be available at this new event set to take place once a month going forward. There’s no need to sign up for this free family event, simply meet us on the second floor of the library later this week!
Join us at the library tomorrow on Tuesday, November 28 from 5-7 PM for a special author visit and book signing! Author Harry Deitz, Jr. will be discussing his recent book “Gentleman Jake: The Success and Tragedy of the Deadball Era’s Greatest First Baseman” which focuses on the professional baseball career of Shamokin native Jake Daubert. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the signing for all those interested!
Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library 