Hours for This Week

The library will be open regular hours on Friday, December 31, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The library will be closed on Saturday, January 1. Regular hours will resume on Monday, January 3.

No Storytime on Tuesday

Just a quick announcement that there will be no Storytime on Tuesday, December 28. Storytime with Miss Jennifer will resume its regular schedule on January 4.

Holiday Hours at the Library

Thursday, December 23 12:00 pm -- 8:00 pm Friday, December 24 10:00 am -- 2:00 pm Saturday, December 25 Closed Regular hours will resume on Monday, December 27.

Thank You!!

We recently received very generous donations from the Coralville/North Corridor Rotary Club and the Solon American Legion Auxiliary. Both of these organizations have been strong supporters of the library in the past and we want to thank them for their continued support. We used the money from the Rotary Club to purchase replacement copies for many books in the children's collection that had grown worn and damaged from many years of checkouts. With the money from the American Legion Auxiliary we purchased several new holiday titles that focus on the Fourth of July and Memorial Day holidays. Thanks to them once again for their donations!

Auctions End on Saturday

Both the Habitat for Humanity Christmas Tree Auction and the Solon Library Foundation's Victorian Dollhouse Auction end Saturday, December 11 at noon. Bids will only be accepted in person, so if there is something you have your eye on, you might want to head down to the library on Saturday.

Pictures From the Holiday Party

Even though it was a very cold night on Tuesday, over 150 people braved the weather to come to our annual Holiday Party. Lots of children came with their lists in hand, ready to tell Santa what they want for Christmas. Everyone had a great time making stockings, doing scratch-art ornaments, and eating lots of cookies! Here are some pictures from the party. If you would like to see some more photos, you can visit our Flickr page.

Guest Reviewer Nick

Title: The Last Olympian Author: Rick Riordan Summary: While the Olympians struggle to contain the rampaging monster Typhon, Kronos begins his advance on New York City, where Mount Olympus stands virtually unguarded. Now it's up to Percy Jackson and an army of young demigods to stop the Lord of Time. Nick Says: I liked this book because it was the end of the series of books that I was reading.

Don't Forget About the Holiday Party!

Tuesday, December 7th 6:30 pm -- 7:30 pm Solon Public Library Make some crafts and meet Santa!

Beautiful Victorian Dollhouse up for Auction

The Solon Library is currently holding a silent auction for a gorgeous Victorian Dollhouse. The house was donated by Virginia and Larry Pugh. The house is a three-story Victorian in pink, blue, and sandalwood with white trim. It is 40" high, 17" long, and 24 1/2" wide and comes with holiday decorations. Bidding on the house has already started and will continue through Saturday, December 11 at noon. Visit the library and take a peek at the dollhouse. Bids will only be accepted in person, so make sure to visit soon! Proceeds from the auction will benefit the Solon Public Library Foundation.

Don't Forget About the Holiday Sale!

Friday, December 3rd 2:30 pm -- 6:00 pm Saturday, December 4 9:00 am -- noon

Do some Christmas shopping and pick up your poinsettia and jar mix orders.

Tuesday Storytimes for December

Join Miss Jennifer at the library every Tuesday for preschool storytime. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required. Here are the themes for December: December 7: Miss Jennifer's Favorites December 14: Cuddly Cats December 21: Holiday Stories

The Friends of the Library Holiday Sale is Next Week

The Annual Friends of the Library Holiday Sale is quickly approaching!

Friday, December 3rd 2:30 pm -- 6:00 pm Saturday, December 4th 9:00 am -- noon Solon Library Meeting Room

Visit the sale and stock up on potential Christmas gifts for family and friends. The sale will include "better" books, hand-knit hats and scarves, stuffed animals, Grant Wood prints and notecards, and lots of holiday items. Several other businesses will be sharing the meeting room, including the Solon History Group, which will be selling their book: "Solon Snapshots." Don't miss this annual event, so mark your calendars now!

Meet Santa at the Library!

The library's annual Holiday Party will be Tuesday, December 7th from 6:30-7:30 pm. Come and decorate a stocking, do a scratch art snowflake, and of course, meet SANTA! The party is open to all ages and no registration is required.

Habitat for Humanity Christmas Tree Auction is Underway

Each year the Solon Library plays host to the Habitat for Humanity Christmas Tree Auction. We have 23 trees at the library this year, which is the most we've ever had! Each tree was decorated by an individual or group and focuses on a specific theme. People are invited to look at all of the trees and vote on their favorite. Come back and vote as often as you'd like to help your favorite tree win the contest. The trees are sold through a silent auction that ends on Saturday, December 11 at noon. No phone bids will be accepted, so make sure to come into the library to get the tree you want. Proceeds from the auction will benefit Habitat for Humanity.

Holiday Hours at the Library

The library will be closed on Thursday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will be open regular hours on Wednesday, November 24 and Friday, November 25. Also, there will not be Pajama Time on Wednesday, November 24, but it will be back the next week on December 1.

Last Day to Order Poinsettias and Jar Mixes is Tomorrow!

Order forms for poinsettias and jar mixes are still available at the library, or on our website, but time is running out. The last chance to turn in orders is Saturday, November 20, at 5:00 pm when the library closes. This year's selection of jar mixes includes soups, sweets, cocoa, and rice mixtures. There is also still time to pre-order the jelly and jams. There is a new option for the poinsettias this year. Now we have a choice between a regular sized plant or a smaller "pixie" size. Each size is available in a variety of colors. There will be a very limited number of these items available at the Holiday Sale on December 3 and 4, but order now to make sure to get what you want!

Pictures Galore!!

November is only half over and it has already been a very busy month here at the library! On November 9, we had our annual Gingerbread House Decorating Program and it was a huge success. Our wonderful library page Erika took lots of pictures during the program, and you can see all of them here on our Flickr page. We also had an early out program on November 12, where the first and second graders made puzzle piece picture frames. You can find pictures from that program on our Flickr page.

Tuesday Storytimes for November

Join Miss Jennifer at the library every Tuesday for preschool storytime. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required. Here are the themes for November: November 2--Good Morning November 9--Jobs in the Community November 16--Houses and Homes November 23--Thanksgiving November 30--Yummy, Yummy Food

Guest Reviewer Nick

Title: The Battle of the Labyrinth Author: Rick Riordan Summary: When demonic cheerleaders invade his high school, Percy Jackson hurries to Camp Half Blood, from whence he and his demigod friends set out on a quest through the Labyrinth, while the war between the Olympians and the evil Titan lord Kronos draws near. Nick Says: It was another book about the same characters as the other three Percy. They go into the labyrinth to stop the Titan Lord.

Halloween Fun at the Library

The annual Halloween Party at the Library was held last night, and it was so much fun! We had over 250 people come to the program. There was a lot of fun to be had playing games, getting glow-in-the-dark tattoos, making crafts, and trick-or-treating. If you want to see pictures of all the adorable costumes, you can check out our Flickr page.

Don't Forget the Halloween Party!

The Library's Annual Halloween Party is Thursday night at 6:30. Come in costume and enjoy crafts, food, games, and trick-or-treating at the library. The party is a come and go format, so feel free to come right at 6:30 or come later and stay till it ends at 7:30.

New Puzzles @ the Library!

Our selection of puzzles at the library keeps on growing. A few weeks ago we had a very generous donation that included many wonderful puzzles. We have added several of them to the collection, so you can come in take one home to try. But be warned...many of the new puzzles are 2,000 and 3,000 pieces, so they are not for the faint of heart!

Halloween Party

What: Halloween Party When: Thursday, October 28 @ 6:30 pm Where: Solon Public Library Who: children and adults of all ages There will be trick-or-treating, games, crafts, and food. Wear your costume and get ready to party at the library!

Guest Reviewer Carly

Title: Unwind Author: Neal Shusterman Summary: In a future world where those between the ages of thirteen and eighteen can have their lives "unwound" and their body parts harvested for use by others, three teens go to extreme lengths to uphold their beliefs--and, perhaps, save their own lives. Carly Says: I liked how the author would switch characters each chapter. The story is an interesting topic. It's the type of book I like.

Pre-orders Open for Poinsettias and Jar Mixes

Pre-order forms are now available for the Friends of the Library Annual Holiday Sale poinsettias and jar mixes. You can pick up a form at the library or print them off of our website. This year there are two different sizes of poinsettias to choose from: the regular 6.5" and also the 4.5" pixie. There are also five different colors to choose from. The jar mixes include several soups, rice mixes, bars, breads, and cookies. There is also a place on the order form to purchase jam and pickled beets, which are new this year. Fill out your forms and have them turned in to the library no later than November 20. Items will be available for pick up at the Friends of the Library Holiday Sale which is Friday, December 3 from 2:30 - 6:00 pm and Saturday, December 4 from 9:00 am to noon.

Early Out Program Was Tons of Fun

Last Thursday, a group of 3rd and 4th graders came to the library for the first early out program of the year. We made hanging Chinese paper lanterns. The kids had a great time decorating their lanterns with stamps, stickers, crepe paper, and ribbons. Most of the children made more than one lantern, and several of them left one here at the library to use as decorations in the future. To see more pictures from the program, you can visit our Flickr page. Keep your eyes on the blog for information about our next early out for 1st and 2nd graders in November!

New Display at the Library

Toni has created another masterpiece in the display case here at the library. Her theme this time is "Lady Fall & Jack Frost." Half of the display case represents the fall season, and the other half begins the transformation into winter with Jack Frost. Come into the library and check it out. The display will be up through mid-November.

We Have Cake Pans!

Most people probably do not know that we have cake pans for checkout at the library. We have several different styles to choose from and will be adding more shortly. To check out a cake pan, look through the binder at the desk that includes photographs of the choices. When you've made your pick, one of the library staff will retrieve it for you and you can take it home and get baking! Here are just some of the cake pans we have available: Scooby-Doo Dora the Explorer Elmo Big Bird Over the Hill Dinosaur Train Christmas Tree Snowman

Guest Reviewer Nick

Title: Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Sea of Monsters Author: Rick Riordan Summary: Demi-god Percy Jackson and his friends must journey into the Sea of Monsters to save their camp. But first Percy will discover a secret that makes him wonder whether being claimed as Poseidon's son is an honor or a cruel joke. Nick Says: Percy trys to get a new start by starting at a new school. But he finds his new friend Tyson and new troubles.

Today is World Animal Day

All over the world, people celebrate World Animal Day on October 4. Whether you are an animal lover with several pets or a curious observer of nature shows, today is the day to focus on our furry and feathered friends. We have many books and DVDs all about animals that will entertain and educate you no matter what your age. Most of our informational books about animals can be found in the adult and children's nonfiction sections in the 590s. Here are some staff picks for great books about animals: Adult-- Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron The Dog Who Rescues Cats: The True Story of Ginny by Philip Gonzalez Marley and Me: Life and Love With the World's Worst Dog by John Grogan Saved: Rescued Animals and the Lives They Transformed by Karin Winegar Children's-- Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine, and a Miracle by Brian Dennis Winter's Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again by Juliana Hatkoff Molly the Pony: A True Story by Pam Kaster Elephants Can Paint Too! by Katya Arnold

Tuesday Storytimes for October

Every Tuesday join Miss Jennifer at the library for preschool storytime. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 am and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required. Here are the themes for October: October 5--Birds October 12--Playful Penguins October 19--The Shoes We Wear October 26--Happy Halloween

First Early Out Library Special Of The Year

School has started up again and that means it is time for another Early Out Library Special! On Thursday, October 14, we will have a special program just for 3rd and 4th graders. When school lets out at 11:30 am, we will walk with the students over to the library where they will eat their sack lunch. Then we will be making Chinese Paper Lanterns. In order to attend, students must register at the library and have their parents fill out a permission slip. Registration is limited and the last day to sign up is Tuesday, October 12, so sign up fast! For more information, contact the library at 624-2678.

Banned Books Week

The American Library Association's Banned Books Week starts today and goes through October 2nd. Banned Books week celebrates the universal right to read and brings attention to issues of censorship. Every year, books continue to be challenged in libraries and schools across the country for a variety of different reasons. Here at the Solon Library, we have made a display near the entrance that includes an assortment of some of the most challenged titles. There is a shelf devoted to children's books, young adult books, and adult titles. Come to the library and see the display, grab a bookmark, and check out a banned book to take home and read. To learn more about Banned Books Week, you can visit the official website.

Mark Your Calendars...

The Halloween Party is coming up soon! Pencil in Thursday, October 28 at 6:30 pm, on your calendar for our annual Halloween celebration. There will be trick-or-treating, crafts, games, and food. Come in costume and celebrate the holiday with the library.

Guest Reviewer Zach

Title: Ranger's Apprentice 7: Erak's Ransom Author: John Flanagan Summary: On a mission to pay the ransom of a new ally, apprentice Will and his friends find themselves in a desert wasteland awash with enemies. Zach Says: It was about the Skadia Oberjarl Erak getting captured and having his friends Will, Halt, Horace, and Evanlyn (Cassandra) rescue him. My favorite part was when Will got his silver oakleaf in the end and my least favorite part was when Will was stranded looking for Tug.

It's National Honey Month

September is National Honey Month! The Solon Library has plenty of books about bees and honey so you can learn everything there is to know about the little critters and the delicious product they produce. Here are just a few of the books we have. Children's Books: The Honey-Makers by Gail Gibbons I Wonder What It's Like to Be a Bee by Erin M. Hovanec The Hive Detectives: Chronicle of a Honey Bee Catastrophe by Loree Griffin Burns Adult Books: The Honey Trail: In Pursuit of Liquid Gold and Vanishing Bees by Grace Pundyk A Short History of the Honey Bee: Humans, Flowers, and Bees in the Eternal Chase for Honey by E. Readicker Henderson

Turn Off That TV and Pick Up a Book

It's time once again for National TV Turnoff Week. From September 19 to September 25, families are encouraged to leave the television off and find other things to keep them busy. There are lots of options, like going to a park, going on a walk, or playing board games.

There are also plenty of things to keep you busy at the library. Why not check out a puzzle and put it together as a family. Or you could check out a puppet and put on a show. And of course, there are always plenty of books here to keep you busy all week long.

So stop in at the library to prepare for the week and see how long you can go without turning on the TV.

Happy Birthday H. A. Rey

H.A. Rey is the author of the beloved Curious George books. He was born on this day in 1898 in Germany. Did you know his real name was Hans Augusto Reyersbach? Celebrate his birthday today by coming into the library to check out one of our many Curious George books, or even a Curious George DVD.

Library Closed On Monday

The Solon Library will be closed on Monday, September 6 for the Labor Day holiday. We will open on Tuesday with our regular fall hours.

Get a Library Card Today!

Did you know that September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month. Here at the Solon Library, we make it very easy for you to get a library card. All you need to do is stop in at the library and fill out a simple form and we will get you set up to check out materials. It doesn't matter if you live in town, out in the country, or in another town, you are qualified to get a card here at the Solon Library. So if you just moved to the area, or if you've lived here all your life, now is the perfect time to sign up for a library card.

Storytimes for September

Every Tuesday at 10:30 am we have preschool storytime at the library. Join Miss Jennifer for stories, rhymes, songs, and a craft each week. Here are the themes for September: September 7--Let's Visit the Moon September 14--Trees September 21--Let's Get Messy With Dirt and Mud September 28--Fall is Here Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required.

Last Chance to Sign Up For Babygarten!

There are only a few spots left for the fall session of Babygarten, so sign up soon if you are interested. Babygarten will meet on Wednesdays @ 9:30 am from September 8-October 13. Babygarten is a special program for caregivers and children ages 0-24 months. We will share nursery rhymes, songs, and books that emphasize language development and pre-literacy skills followed by a period of free play. Babygarten is an opportunity to interact with your child one-on-one as well as socialize with others. Register in person, by phone, or email. (319) 624-2678 or jleveck at solon.lib.ia.us

Library Hours

Summer is almost over, and that means we will be resuming our fall hours at the library. Starting Wednesday, September 1, library hours will be:

Monday-Thursday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Friday-Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Closed Sundays

Just a reminder that the library will be closed on Monday, September 6 for Labor Day.

Mockingjay is Here!!

Many of our library patrons have gotten themselves hooked on Suzanne Collins' phenomenal series of books that began with The Hunger Games and continued with Catching Fire. We have multiple copies of both books in the series and they keep flying off the shelves. Well, the wait is over and the final book in the trilogy is finally here. There is already a holds list started, so stop in or call to add your name to the waiting list for Mockingjay.

Road Trip at the Library

Our wonderful volunteer Toni has done it again with another fantastic display. This time the display is called "Road Trip: A Highway Display Dedicated to Jack Kerouac." So come on down to the library and check it out. It will be at the library through September 25.

Babygarten is back at the Solon Public Library!

Wednesdays at 9:30 am September 8-October 13

Babygarten is a special program for caregivers and children ages 0-24 months. We will share nursery rhymes, songs, and books that emphasize language development and pre-literacy skills followed by a period of free play. Babygarten is an opportunity to interact with your child one-on-one as well as socialize with others. Register in person, by phone, or email. (319) 624-2678 or jleveck at solon.lib.ia.us

Summer Reading Numbers

Our Summer Reading Program is finished here at the library, and boy, what a great turnout we had! Here are some fun statistics from this year's program: We had 2,728 reading logs turned in during the six week program! That is over 300 more than last year! Ages 0-Kindergarten turned in 612 logs Grades 1-2 turned in 476 logs Grades 3-4 turned in 645 logs Grades 5-6 turned in 460 logs Grades 7 and up turned in 535 logs That means the kids read over 375, 860 minutes!! We also gave away 199 t-shirts. If you want to see who won the grand prizes this year, the list is posted at the circulation desk. We all had a lot of fun this summer and can't wait to do it again next year!

Kristin Simon is Coming to Storytime

On Tuesday, July 27 at 10:30 am, we will have a special guest for storytime. Kristin Simon from the ECICOG will be here to read (and sing!) the book River Song by Steve Van Zandt. She will have cool water activities for everyone to try and even give out prizes! Kristin's program is sponsored by the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center.

Last Day of Summer Reading is Tomorrow!

Saturday, July 24, is the last day of Summer Reading! That means that it is your last chance to turn in reading logs and t-shirt sheets. Make sure to visit the library to drop off your forms for the last time!

Summer Reading Events for July 19-23

Tuesday, July 20 Splish Splash Storytime @ 10:30 am--Sharks!: There will be shark stories, songs, and rhymes for preschool age children. We will also be making our own paper bag shark to take home. Teens on Tuesday @ 2:00 pm--Teen Clean Up Day: Put on your walking shoes and jeans and help us clean up the area outside the library. Your hard work will be rewarded with lots of food and prizes. This program is for children in grades 5 and up. Family Night @ 6:30 pm--Family Movie Night: Join us for a movie at the library. Popcorn and pop will be provided. Wednesday, July 21 Afternoon Adventures @ 1:30 pm--Concrete Art: Get ready to get messy, because this week we are making garden paving stones out of concrete. This program is for children in grades 1-4.

Summer Reading Events for July 12-16

Tuesday, July 13 Splish Splash Storytime @ 10:30 am--Ocean Creatures: There will be stories, songs, and rhymes about all different kinds of ocean animals for preschool age children. We will also be making our own many-legged-octopus to take home. Teens on Tuesday @ 2:00 pm--Teen Water Olympics: Show off your skills playing water balloon volleyball, sponge dodge ball, and more wet and wild games. This program is for children in grades 5 and up. (This program will be canceled if it is raining.) Workshop @ 3:30 pm--Eulenspiegel Puppets Workshop: The talented people behind Eulenspiegel Puppets' amazing shows are giving you a chance to see how it is done! Two separate workshops will run at the same time, one to learn about puppetry and the other featuring music. This program is for ages 8 and up and registration is required. Family Night @ 6:30 pm--Eulenspiegel Puppets: Come and watch a performance of "Sal Fink, Catfish Wrangler." Watch as Sal tackles a tornado, fights a snake, and tames a bear. Expect lots of sound effects, live music, and several surprises. Wednesday, July 14 Afternoon Adventures @ 1:30 pm--Scratch Art Seahorses: We will read about ocean creatures and decorate scratch art seahorses. This program is for children in grades 1-4.

Summer Reading Events for July 5-9

Tuesday, July 6 Splish Splash Storytime @ 10:30 am--Island Getaway: This week there will be stories, songs, and rhymes about pirates and islands for preschool age children. We will also be making our own pirate ships. Teens on Tuesday @ 2:00 pm--Message in a Bottle: Practice your best pirate voice as you make your own secret message in a bottle with invisible ink. This program is for children in grades 5 and up. Family Night @ 6:30 pm--Sarah Horgen From the Museum of Natural History: Learn all about what it was like to live in Solon during the Devonian Period, when Iowa was covered by water! Sarah will bring lots of hands on materials so everyone can really get a feel for what life was like back then. Wednesday, July 7 Afternoon Adventures @ 1:30 pm--Sand Painting: Tap into your artistic abilities as we learn how to paint with sand. This program is for children in grades 1-4.

Summer Reading Events for June 28-July 2

Tuesday, June 29 Splish Splash Storytime @ 10:30 am--Down by the Pond: There will be stories, songs, and rhymes all about frogs, fish, and ducks for preschool age children. For the craft, we will be making scratch art turtles. Teens on Tuesday @ 2:00 pm--Percy Jackson Movie: Watch the movie based on the fantastic series the day it comes out on DVD. This program is for children in grades 5 and up. Family Night @ 6:30 pm--Family Movie Night: Join us for a movie at the library! Popcorn and pop will be provided. Wednesday, June 30 Afternoon Adventures @ 1:30 pm--Create a Boat: This week we will make a seaworthy boat out of a balloon and a Styrofoam plate. This program is for children in grades 1-4.

Summer Reading Fun!

Summer Reading is in full swing here at the library and we have had a lot of fun so far. There have been record turnouts at storytime and huge numbers for our family events. Here are some photos of all the fun we are having this summer. If you want to see more pictures from our summer programs, you can visit our Flickr page.

Summer Reading Events for June 21-25

Tuesday, June 22 Splish Splash Storytime @ 10:30 am--Rain, Rain, Rain: There will be stories, songs and rhymes all about rain (and maybe even snow!) for preschool age children. We will be making a rainbow to take home. Teens on Tuesday @ 2:00 pm--Pizza and Books: Come enjoy an afternoon snack and talk about new books you have enjoyed and books you are looking forward to reading. This program is for children in grades 5 and up. Family Night @ 6:30 pm--Mad Scientist: Is it magic or is it science? Prepare to be amazed as Mad Science of Iowa brings their own unique blend of theater and science to the library. Wednesday, June 23 Afternoon Adventures @ 1:30 pm--Create a Terrarium: We will talk about and read about plants and then make a terrarium out of a pop bottle. This program is for children in grades 1-4.

Summer Reading Events for June 14-18

Tuesday, June 15 Splish Splash Storytime @ 10:30 am--Fish, Fish, Fish: There will be fish stories, songs, and rhymes for preschool age children. We will also be making our own sparkly fish to take home. Teens on Tuesday @ 2:00 pm--Drinkable Creations: Concoct your own unique soda or water based drink. Try several different flavor combinations until you find the tastiest one. This program is for children in grades 5 and up. Family Night @ 6:30 pm--Show and Tell with the Blank Park Zoo: Some of the animals from the Blank Park Zoo are coming to visit the library! Get a chance to see (and touch!) some very WILD animals. Wednesday, June 16 Afternoon Adventures @ 1:30 pm--Bubble Mania: We will learn about how to make the best bubble solution and create our own bubble makers. This program is for children in grades 1-4.

Teen Kick Off Event

Chalk the Walk and Root Beer Floats @ the Solon Public Library When: 2:00-3:00 pm Where: the library sidewalk Who: 5th Graders and up What: Decorating the sidewalk for the Summer Reading Kick Off Party With: Ice Cold Root Beer Floats

Summer Reading Kick Off Party

Summer Reading Kick Off Party at the Solon Public Library Thursday, June 10 5:00-6:30 pm Come for food, crafts, and fun. Pick up your reading logs to get an early start on earning prizes!

Pick Up Your Garage Sale Maps Today!

The City Wide Garage Sale is this Saturday, so make sure to come to the library and pick up a map today. Maps show where all 80 garage sales are taking place and also list what items will be available at each sale. Pick up yours and start planning today! Maps are also available to print off from our library website.

Do You Like Free Books?

We still have hundreds of books left over from the huge Friends of the Library book sale last weekend. Right now they are available FREE FOR THE TAKING!!! The books are located in the library lobby as soon as you walk in. Bring a bag or a box or a truck and take as many as you can carry. There are books and videos all available for free until Friday, June 4 so come and get them while you can!

Guest Reviewer Zach

Title: Fablehaven Author: Brandon Mull Summary: When Kendra and Seth go to stay at their grandparents' estate, they discover that it is a sanctuary for magical creatures and that a battle between good and evil is looming. Zach Says: Fablehaven is a book about 2 siblings (Kendra and Seth) going to their grandma & grandpa's house and learning that they live on a magical preserve. I would recommend this book to people who like mythical creatures and action in a book.

No Storytime This Week or Next

Storytime will be taking a little break for the next two weeks (Tuesday, June 1, and Tuesday, June 8) in order to allow extra time to prepare for the Summer Reading Program. Regular Tuesday storytimes will start up again on June 15, and continue through the summer.

Library Closed on Memorial Day

The Solon Library will be closed on Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day. On Tuesday, June 1, the library's summer hours will begin and last through the end of August.

Monday-Thursday 10 am-8 pm Friday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm Closed Sundays

Our Biggest Book Sale Ever!

It is almost time for the Friends of the Library Book Sale! We have over 8000 books, audio books, movies, and CDs that will be moved into the Library's Meeting Room for our Annual Sale. Whatever you enjoy ..... we'll have MORE of it than ever before! Most items are $0.25-$0.50

• SAT. May 29th: 8 am - 5 pm ($5 admission between 8-9 am only, after that - FREE)
• SUN. May 30th: 7 am - 12:30 p.m. (don't forget the Fireman's Breakfast & Garden Club Plant sale too!)
• MON. May 31st: 9 am - 1pm --- CLEARANCE 10 items/$1.00!

Bring your boxes & bags and help us clear out our inventory and raise money for the Solon Library AND the Solon School Libraries!

Last Pajama time until fall!

Put your pajamas on, grab your favorite bear, and come to the children's section of the library to relax and share stories and rhymes. This weekly program is designed for children under 7 and their families. This program will last approximately 30 minutes. It's a great way to get ready for bed (toothbrush optional)!

Tuesday Storytime With Miss Kelly

Yummy yummy! On Tuesday, May 25, storytime is all about food. Come and listen to some delicious stories and then make up your own plate of breakfast food. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required.