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08/11/2026

Whether you’re voting by mail ballot or in person at the polls on Election Day, it’s important that you make your voice heard. Make note of these important dates:

🗓️ Oct. 19 – Last day to register to vote in the midterm election. https://vote.pa.gov/Register

🗓️ Oct. 27 – Last day to apply for a mail ballot. https://vote.pa.gov/MailBallot

🗓️ Nov. 3 – Election Day. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

08/06/2026

08/05/2026

Have you met Richard Ashby, Jr? Richard is our 2026 President, and since January has been sharing messages of positivity and inspiration! In May he connected with participants at Directors' Institute and Leadership Academy by Pennsylvania Library Association's Academy of Leadership Studies (PALS).
Plan to hear from him at the Opening Keynote for 2026 Annual Conference on October 3!
We are inspired by Richard's messages of inclusivity, diversity, membership, and taking action! Richard Emmanuel Ashby Jr.

07/27/2026

Forget the guinea pig. How about adopting a 1,500-pound dairy cow for your classroom mascot? The photos and stories we’ll send you about her life on the farm will make her come alive for your students! Bring agriculture into the classroom this school year with the Adopt a Cow program! Enroll anytime May 1 – January 31. Enroll by September 1 to get a mailed welcome packet.

➡Learn more: discoverdairy.com/adopt

07/13/2026

07/08/2026

Register today!

https://www.palibraries.org/register-rates-policies-2026/

06/14/2026

It’s Flag Day! Did you know the American flag has evolved through 27 official versions as new states joined the union?

06/07/2026

June is a time to celebrate survivorship and community. In honor of Cancer Survivors Day, we’re highlighting trusted health information from the National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society, available through our library’s print and online collections.

06/05/2026

Up, up, and away - it’s Hot Air Balloon Day!
Did you know the first untethered human flight took place in 1783? To celebrate, we’re highlighting our collection of aviation history titles and STEM resources that explain the science of lift, air density, and atmospheric pressure.

06/04/2026

Give your cat a hug, IF your cat is a huggable cat! Give your cat an extra treat. Volunteer with a cat shelter. Take a selfie with your cat. Join us at your library!