Friends of the Salem - Missouri- Public Library

03/21/2026

World Poetry Day — March 21

Library shelves wait
Quiet pages full of worlds—
Take one home today.

Poetry can be funny, thoughtful, or just a few lines that make you pause for a moment.

Stop by the library and find a poem worth taking home. 📚

03/19/2026

📚 International Read to Me Day

Did you know one of the best ways for kids to build confidence in reading… is by reading out loud?

Reading aloud helps children improve fluency, pronunciation, and comprehension. But it can feel a lot less scary when the audience is friendly and low-pressure.

That’s why many kids love reading to:
🐶 A family pet
👨‍👩‍👧 A parent or grandparent
🧸 Even a favorite stuffed animal

Pets never interrupt, stuffed animals never judge, and parents get a front-row seat to watch their reader grow stronger and more confident with every page.

So today, grab a book and invite a young reader to share a story out loud. A few minutes of reading together can make a big difference. 📖💙

Need a good book to start with? Stop by the library—we’d love to help!

03/14/2026

📝 March 14 is National Write Your Story Day!

Everyone has a story worth telling. Yes, even you.

Maybe it’s the story of how you survived dial-up internet.
Or how your family recipe for chili has very strong opinions about beans.
Or the time you said “I’ll just run into the store for one thing” and came out 45 minutes later with snacks, a candle, and absolutely not the thing you went in for.

Your story doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be yours.

So today, take a few minutes to write down a memory, a life lesson, or that family story everyone argues about at Thanksgiving. Future generations will thank you… and possibly fact-check you. 😉

Need inspiration? The library has plenty of books to help you get started. And who knows—maybe one day your story will be on our shelves! 📚

03/08/2026

🌷 March is a busy month at the library! 📚

If you haven’t stopped by lately, now’s a great time.

While you're here you can:
🧩 Add a few pieces to the community puzzle table
📸 Get the details for our photo contest
📖 Bring the kids to story time
📚 And of course… find your next great read

There’s always something happening at your library, and the Friends of the Library are proud to help make it possible.

Stop in, say hello, and see what’s going on this month!

03/08/2026

✏️ March 8 is National Proofreading Day! 📚

You know that moment when you reread something and suddenly notice a typo that’s been staring at you the whole time? Yeah… us too. 😅

In honor of National Proofreading Day, take a minute to look over that email, post, paper, or text before you hit send. Your future self will thank you.

After all, proofreading can be the difference between:

“Let’s eat, Grandma!”

and

“Let’s eat Grandma.” 👀

Libraries love words… and we love them even more when they’re spelled correctly. 😉

Stop by the library this week to pick up your next great read—and remember: even the best writers need a good proofread!

03/02/2026

02/26/2026

February 26th is National Tell a Fairy Tale Day! ✨

Once upon a time, stories were shared to teach lessons, spark imagination, and bring people together—and they still do today.

From brave heroes and clever heroines to magical creatures and enchanted forests, fairy tales remind us that courage, kindness, and a little bit of wonder can change everything.

Visit the library to rediscover old favorites or find a new tale to share. And if you have gently used fairy tale books at home, consider donating them to the Friends of the Library—so the magic can continue for another reader.

Because every great story deserves to be told again. 📚🧚

02/20/2026

📚 Did you know today, February 20th, is Clean Out Your Bookcase Day! 📚

It’s the perfect excuse to take a fresh look at your shelves. Are there books you’ve loved and are ready to pass along? When you donate your gently used books, you help give those stories a new life—and support your local library at the same time.

Donations to the Friends of the Library help fund programs, events, and new materials for our community. Your old favorites could become someone else’s new adventure!

We welcome gently used donations of:
• Fiction and nonfiction books
• Children’s books
• DVDs and audiobooks
• Puzzles and games (with all pieces)

Clean out your shelves, share the love of reading, and help strengthen your library—one book at a time. ❤️📖

02/19/2026

This deal has been in such demand, we've extended your opportunity to take advantage of it!

🎉 Fill a paper sack for only $7!

Do we have a bargain for you! Now through Saturday, February 28th, books on the book sale tables may be yours for merely $7.00 per paper bag. Individual books are just 50¢ each!

02/04/2026

Struggling to find the perfect book? No problem! The Salem Public Library has its annual "Blind Date With a Book" display available near the computer lab.

It's also a great way to celebrate Valentine's Day with a bookish twist. ✨