Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library

10/23/2026

Have you heard? Read Aloud to a Child Week starts October 25 and runs through October 31. And it’s easy to participate. Just pick up your favorite book and read to your favorite child!

Reading to a child for 15-20 minutes a day helps them develop benefits that are academic, linguistic, social, and emotional. And better yet, bonds are created between reader and listeners. Week

10/21/2026

The Perfect Pumpkin Pie… According to Our 1st Graders!

Today, our first graders enjoyed a fun read-aloud of The Perfect Pumpkin Pie by Denys Cazet! This silly story had us ready for a little pumpkin pie of our own!

After the story, the students got to enjoy what THEY declared to be “The Perfect Pumpkin Pie”, complete with whipped cream!

There’s nothing better than bringing a great story to life with a little laughter and a delicious treat!

What a sweet way to celebrate fall at Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library!

10/21/2026

TRIVIA NIGHT IS COMING!

Get your team together and join us for a night of trivia, tasty snacks, friendly competition, and LOTS of laughs!

Tuesday, November 3rd
6:00 PM

Prizes will be awarded to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams!

Snacks are provided, so just bring your thinking caps and your competitive spirit!

Bring your family, friends, co-workers, or neighbors! Don't have a team? COME ANYWAY! We'll help you find a team to join. You don't want to miss out on the fun!

Call the library now to sign up your team!

10/21/2026

See what's new this week at the Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library at:

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There are four new bestsellers, 20 new audiobooks, three new children's books, and nineteen other new books, including 46 that are available online.

The new bestsellers this week include "Samantha: The Next Chapter," "Bound / Unbound," and "Look What the Cat Dragged In."

10/21/2026

Lego Club is starting again. This year it is for 2nd and 3rd graders. We will meet in the library for 6 classes. We will begin on Tuesday November 3rd. Classes are on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30pm. You must contact the library or return this form to sign up. We will take the first 20 registrations. 620-549-3227.

10/20/2026

Read Aloud to a Child Week is next week!
Every year during the last week in October, families take part in a national event to showcase the importance of reading aloud to children and to encourage families to read together more often.

To participate, all you need to do is pick up a book and read it aloud as a family!

10/20/2026

Oh my gourdness, these pumpkins are UGLY… and ADORABLE! 🍂🎃

Our Kindergarten friends enjoyed a reading of The Ugly Pumpkin by Dave Horowitz, and then they got creative making their very own ugly pumpkins!

Let’s just say… there is NOTHING ugly about these little masterpieces! Each pumpkin has its own personality, and these kiddos did an amazing job!

We love bringing stories to life at the library and watching our young readers’ imaginations grow!

10/20/2026

LAST CHANCE TO VISIT THE KANSAS AVIATION MUSEUM FOR FREE!

Our family pass at the Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library expires on November 19th, and we want to give our patrons one last chance to take advantage of this great opportunity before it goes away!

With our library pass, admission is FREE!
Regular admission prices:
Adults: $10
Children: $7

That's a great savings for a family outing! Explore the history of aviation, see amazing aircraft, and enjoy a fun and educational experience without paying admission.

Stop by or call the library and check out our family pass before November 19th! It's a wonderful perk of your library card, and we'd love to see someone put it to good use before it expires.
620-549-3227

Connecting the rich aviation heritage of Kansas to an innovative future for all.

10/19/2026

HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PROPER FLAG ETIQUETTE?

Join us for our next Lunch & Learn at Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library! We're excited to welcome Don Hardin for an interesting and informative program all about the American flag.

Do you know the proper way to display the flag? What about folding it, handling it, what to do with an old flag or showing respect during different occasions? Come learn something new, ask questions, and enjoy a great lunch with friends and neighbors!

Friday, November 6
12:00–1:00 PM
Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library
FREE lunch & drinks provided!

Whether you're a history buff, a proud American, or simply curious about the traditions surrounding our nation's flag, this program is for YOU!

Please call 620-549-3227 to reserve your spot. We need reservations so we can plan for lunch!

A big thank-you to Stafford County Economic Development for partnering with us to make our Lunch & Learn programs possible!

Come hungry. Leave inspired.

10/16/2026

These ladies had a blast at our Adult Craft Night on Wednesday night. Look at these beautiful spooky cards they made! Our next Adult Craft Night is November 11th. You can join us by calling and reserving your spot. 620-549-3227.