February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the past and present achievements of Black Americans throughout US history. The event was originally celebrated for only a week beginning February 1926 when it aimed to encompass the birthdays of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Fifty years later, in 1976, the week would grow to become a month-long event … Read More
Let SCPL Help You Achieve Your Goals in 2023!
Many people see the New Year as a chance to set goals to work toward in the coming year. Here at the library, we want to help you achieve those goals! Need a quiet private place to study to ace your exams? We’ve got your back! Looking for books to fill out your reading list goal for this year? We’ve … Read More
What’s Happening this Winter at SCPL?
Winter is a time we always look forward to here at the Scott County Public Library! Between decorating for Christmas, hosting a holiday silent auction, running charity drives, and creating new programs, we’ve certainly got our hands full in the best way! With so much going on, we decided to make a Top 10 (in no particular order) list of … Read More
Reads for Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month, and to celebrate we asked our Youth Department to share some of their favorite reads about indigenous peoples and stories. From picture books to chapter books, both fiction and non-fiction, these reads can be fantastic teaching tools. This month let’s bring awareness to the importance of Native American Heritage Month and celebrate native peoples … Read More
On October 15th, we hope you will join us to celebrate the Scott County Public Library’s 100th Anniversary as we honor our past and embrace our future!
This month is a very special time here at the library! Did you know that our articles of incorporation were recorded on October 28th, 1922? Which means this month officially marks 100 years of Scott County Public Library! That’s 100 years of improving literacy in Scott County, 100 years of issuing library cards, and 100 years of providing service to … Read More
Library Card Sign Up Month at SCPL
September is an important time here at the library! Not only are our programs back in full swing for the fall, but it’s also Library Card Sign-up Month. This month we’re encouraging everyone in our community to take advantage of all that your local library has to offer by getting a free library card! Here’s a fun fact about National … Read More
Let SCPL Help You Get Back to School!
August means Back to School here in Scott County and we’re ready to help you get back into the swing of things! The beginning of the school year can be stressful. You’re busy buying school supplies, trying to replace the clothes your kid grew out of since May and (for those of us here in the Scott County district) trying … Read More
It’s Not Too Late to Join Summer Reading!
Summer Reading is half way over! Have you picked up your reading log? All ages can complete their log for a chance at fun raffle prizes! Plus, kids get a free pool pass to Suffoletta Aquatic Center for our end of summer party! Read on for more information. But besides reading, what else is happening this month? Music for Preschoolers … Read More
Exhibits, Pirates, Princesses, Music, Reptiles and More: What’s Happening This June at the Library?
Summer Reading has officially begun here at Scott County Public Library! But besides reading, what else are we offering in the month of June? Exhibits, Pirates, Princesses, Music, Reptiles and More! Below is a short list of just some of the featured events happening this month. Remember, you can see all of our upcoming programs by visiting our website’s calendar, … Read More
Summer Reading is Almost Here!
Usually April showers bring May flowers, but here at the library, May is all about preparing for Summer Reading! For the past two years, many public libraries have been forced to move their programs to virtual platforms due to the Covid-19 pandemic. That’s why we are thrilled to announce that Summer Reading is back fully in-person with lots of exciting … Read More