Seneca Free Library

06/01/2026

We continue our partnership with the Nemaha County Food Pantry in June as we focus on Pastas and Sauces. Drop off your donations of dry pasta and sauce in a can or jar, or any other non-expired and unopened food items here at the library during our regular business hours: M-Th 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Don’t want to hassle with going to the store or guessing which brand or size to get? We collect cash donations to deliver to the Food Pantry also!

06/01/2026

Monday, June 1, is Dinosaur Day! It's not clear why or who decided this, but does there really need to be a reason to celebrate dinosaurs? Kids and adults who aren't grinchy monsters love animals, and dinosaurs are ancient animals that stir the imagination and trigger the parts of the mind that love a good mystery or story. Also, we're excited that dinosaurs are a big part of our summer reading theme this year!

What's your favorite dinosaur?

05/31/2026

Sunday, May 31, is World Parrot Day. Beautiful, quirky, and oft times opinionated, these birds are widely endangered in the wilds due to encroachment on their natural habitats. Polly doesn't want a cracker, but she does want sustainable practices in industries that strip resources and forests from tropical and subtropical regions.

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

Thursday, May 28, Cody Wells, the Lego Guy, shared his favorite hobby and personal passion with Seneca Free Library in the main conference room. Eighteen tubs of Legos, eight conference tables of participants spanning all ages, and one Master Builder with an arsenal of fast humor and creative challenges made for a fun and exciting experience for all during our Open Build Lego Event. From technical tower trials to make-a-mask mayhem, Cody Wells guided the evening activities like a well-oiled and very fun machine. We hope all of our guests enjoyed the event as much as we did! Keep building and expanding that imagination as we plot the return of our newest friend to the library in the future!

Cody Wells, the Lego Guy, runs a specialty store dealing in everything Lego in Ossipee, NH. But each year he takes to the road and share's his Lego collection and his love of Legos with people all across the country to inspire, challenge, and build memories together.

For more information about Cody Wells and the fun and unique things he does at home and across the nation, checkout c3brix.com.

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05/29/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT (May 29, 2026): Cooking with Kids returns Thursday, June 4, one more time before it goes on break again in June. Please note the time change for this 10:00 - 11:30 AM session! Registration is now open for kids 9-12 years old with a signed waiver on file at the circulation desk. Class sizes are limited to 6 students for safety and instruction purposes. Call 785-336-2377 during regular library hours or drop in at the circulation desk to sign up your little chef!

REPORT (May 28, 2026): Summer season is time for light and airy treats and our Cooking with Kids crew hit a classic note with Strawberry Shortcake with home whipped topping, and a strawberry salsa with home baked cinnamon crisps. Special thanks to our cooking crew for joining us this session and a special thanks to Deb Haverkamp for making this event possible!

05/27/2026

Don't forget:
THIS THURSDAY (May 28), Cody Wells, The Lego Guy, visits Seneca Free Library at 7:00 PM in the community room for a very special Lego Build Party!
Admission is free! So come get your build on with Cody and our community of local Lego fans!

05/27/2026

Summer Reading Program Schedule

Preschool Story Time 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM: June 3, 10, 17, 24, and July 1.
Elementary Story Time 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM: June 3, 10, 17, 24, and July 1.
4th - 6th Art Time 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: June 4, 11, 18, 25, and July 2.

Lego Guy, Cody Wells Free Build Party! 7:00 PM, Thursday, May 28.

Mad Science 10:30 AM June 16. Science edutainment with a performance flair! This is a patron favorite returning event! (Recommended for Elementary Age and kids at heart.)

End of Summer Reading Friday, July 2. Last day to turn in summer reading records for prize credit.

05/26/2026

Happy Tuesday, that probably feels like a Monday! ☕️

05/25/2026

Please be advised, we will be CLOSED TODAY, Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 26. The drop box near the front entrance will be available for returns during this time. Thank you and have a safe and memorable holiday weekend!