The Scott County Public Library invites you to vote for your favorite YA novels for the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Teens’ Top Ten of 2020! This “teen choice” list allows teens to nominate and vote for their favorite books! Readers between the ages of 12-18 can vote online between August 15 – October 15 on the Teens’ Top … Read More
Join the Scott County Public Library for monthly Book Discussions and Recommendations!
The Scott County Public Library offers an array of casual book discussions and recommendations to help patrons stay connected with the books they love! Patrons of all ages can meet for monthly virtual meetings using Zoom. They can also discover new books, audio books, and e-books available for check out with our staff recommendations. Join us to re-read a favorite … Read More
Banned Books Week – Celebrate Your Freedom to Read!
The Scott County Public Library invites you to celebrate Banned Books Week through September 27 – October 3, 2020. The American Library Association sponsors this event each year to recognize the freedom to read. Banned Books Week brings together readers in support of expressing ideas that might be considered unconventional or unpopular, and to draw attention to the harms of … Read More
The Scott County Public Library Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month!
The Scott County Public Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by paying tribute to the many contributions of American citizens from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South American descent. National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15 by commemorating the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic-American citizens. This year, SCPL would like to recognize the many … Read More
Building Language Skills with Wordless Picture Books with the Scott County Public Library!
Explore each picture, taking turns with your child. Use your child’s finger and begin pointing out the things on the page. Such as pictures, people, characters, and situations. Look at colors, shapes, moods, or the pages. At first, you may want to suggest words to start the story. Talk about what you see with your child. Ask questions and use … Read More
Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month with the Scott County Public Library!
Every year in September, libraries across the nation celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month to promote literacy and services available to community members. This year’s National Library Card Sign-Up theme is, “Your Ticket to Adventure!” The Scott County Public Library will be celebrating with eight different libraries as a part of the Bluegrass Libraries to help promote the library’s many … Read More
Scott County Public Library Offers Digital Resources Perfect for Back-To-School!
As students and families are preparing for school this year, many are learning new ways to engage with their school and teachers online. No matter where your classroom is this year, The Scott County Public Library is here to help you succeed by offering free digital resources perfect for at-home learning. TumbleBooks – For students of all ages. TumbleBooks provides … Read More
SCPL Hosts “Rightfully Hers” Pop-up Exhibit Provided by the United States National Archives.
Rightfully Hers is on display at the Scott County Public Library! This new pop-up exhibit from the National Archives celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. Through the month of August, visit the library to explore the history of the ratification of this historic amendment, women’s voting rights, and its impact today. “It’s important that young people know about … Read More
World Music Day at the Scott County Public Library!
With the world celebrating World Music Day on June 21st, people are encouraged to make music outside in their neighborhoods. It also gives us an opportunity to consider music from around the world. Part of loving music is exploring new sounds. Even if we don’t always understand the words, music can transcend these boundaries, appealing directly to our emotions. Explore … Read More
Juneteenth – A Worldwide Celebration
Join the Scott County Public Library on Facebook Live on June 19th for a Juneteenth celebration with help from Youth Services Library Assistant, Yolanda. This Books & Craft virtual event will help illustrate the history of Juneteenth for all ages. Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom to help remember the history of slavery in the United States. This commemoration recognizes … Read More