Another summer is almost over and back-to-school season is almost here! Read more to find fall programs for kids at PGTPL and literacy tips for the whole family! Back to School blog posts Parent and Educator Resources Recommended Books Fall Program Preview Looking for free, family-friendly programs? Check...
Not every child loves reading right away, and that’s okay! At the library, we know some readers just need a little extra help finding the right book or format to fall in love with reading. Whether your child avoids books, gets overwhelmed by big blocks...
Are you a local homeschooling family with curriculum or materials that your children have outgrown or that you’re no longer using? Or are you looking for new books and resources to help you get started or supplement what you’re already doing? If so, PGTPL has just...
Summer Reading Club 2025 is in full swing! This year's theme is Color Our World and we're feature a variety of special programs about art for kids, as well as some exciting parties! Sign up, read, and participate in programs throughout the summer to earn fun...
Have your kids ever wanted to get an inside scoop at the library or practice being a librarian for a day? Now any kids, preK-5th grade, can become a Kid Librarian at PGTPL! To sign up, fill out a form giving your contact information and selecting...
Is your fridge looking a little plain? Are you tired of doing the same crafts all the time? Then have we got the thing for you! Try making your very own magnet out of tissue paper, magnetic circle or strips, and cardboard. To make this craft...
If you’re looking for some fun things to do this summer, you don’t have to spend a lot of money or stray very far from home. Here are some ideas for free or low-cost activities to try as a family or with friends. Go outdoors Check your...
We get it. Life is hectic. Between work, school drop-offs, and all the other daily chaos, finding time to stop by the library can feel impossible. But here’s the good news: we’ve got some library hacks to make accessing our materials easier, faster, and stress-free,...
“Color Our World”™ through reading, early literacy activities, art, and fun with this year’s Summer Reading Club! The Summer Reading Club (SRC) is an easy, exciting way to encourage people of all ages to read and to inspire caregivers to do early literacy activities with younger...
The weather’s getting warmer and the seasons are changing! Here’s a list of activities to try for both those rainy and sunny days! Sunny day activities Sidewalk chalk This is a classic spring and summer activity! Get some colorful chalk and let your imagination run wild....
