We have awesome news!

During the pandemic the Trustees of the Nevins Library decided to not charge late fines on overdue books and other items. Not everyone could get out and about, and it was an extra cost during difficult times. That policy change has now been extended indefinitely.

Patrons will still be required to pay for lost or damaged materials, of course, since those items will need to be replaced, but, if you have Nevins Library book, movie, dvd, or other item that has been staring at you from your bookcase or side table for a few years, come on in, return it inside when we’re open or in the book drop if we’re not, and say hi too if you feel like you can! (And, there’s no need to fess up either!) 

In related news, our renewal process has also changed. It has been automated. As long as no one else has your item on hold, it will be renewed and you don’t have to do a thing! After all, who among us can read Diana Gabaldon or George R.R. Martin in only three weeks.

Do you wish that you could do the impossible, wiggle your nose and magically rid your home of clutter?

That’s impossible, but, you can learn the meaning of that clutter and why it is causing you to feel stuck and unmotivated. You may even find you want to clean!

Join us as we talk with Julie Pelletier-Rutkowski & learn how to clean the Feng Shui way!

As of the beginning of May our Children’s Garden, with its lovely plants and seating, will be open again – come check out some books and read them in the sunshine!

May is a somewhat quiet month, as we gear up for a busy summer, but we’re offering two special programs: Family Craft Time where kids make suncatchers, and a Bike & Pedestrian Safety program presented by AAA to help youngsters be mindful of safety now that they’re outdoors more. Additionally, you’ll find our usual array of storytimes, book groups, science and cooking projects, programs for babies and preschoolers, and our “Book a Craft” kits. 

And, speaking of the summer – we’re working hard to provide a great roster of Summer Programs for your family, full of entertaining and educational events. We’re excited about new and unique programs we have scheduled – Frisbee-catching dogs, Beluga whales, Native American storyteller, yoga, birds of prey -- plus storytimes, music, science, puppets, storywalks, and more!

We’re also happy that we’ll be able to offer more in-person programs again this summer (while still accommodating ongoing Covid-19 safety precautions).

Last but not least, we can help your kids keep track of their summer learning with our new Summer Activity Log or using the on-line app Beanstack – including lots of fun incentives!

Keep your eyes on the library website as we roll out the schedule and registration in the next few weeks – you won’t want to miss the fun!