TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5: OPEN FOR VOTING ONLY

The library is open for voting only on Tuesday, November 5. We are the voting location for Precinct 2 and 7.

Bookmobile will maintain its normal schedule.

Nominating Petitions Are Available for Library Trustee

Homer Township Public Library wishes to announce that the Library has nominating petitions available for persons who wish to run in the April 1, 2025 Consolidated General Election.  For more information, visit Nominating Petitions Will Be Available for Library Trustee | Homer Township Public Library District (homerlibrary.org)

INVESTIGATE AN AUTHOR - NATIONAL BOOK FESTIVAL

Age Group:

Tweens, Families, Children
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Event Details

The National Book Festival, presented by the Library of Congress, takes place online September 25 - 27. Of the 120 authors presenting, many are children's authors. You are invited to "Investigate an Author" with a read aloud, video, suggested activity and coloring sheet. Enjoy 21 days of new books and old favorites this month. 

READ ALOUD: Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia, first chapter read for you. Also, check out Hoopla and Tumble Book Library on the Library's website for other books to enjoy.    

VIDEO: Anansi the Spider - A West African Folktale - Full Animated Short Film.

ACTIVITY: Make an Anansi spider craft. Twist 4 black pipe cleaners together in the middle to create 8 spider legs. Bend each pipe cleaner to make knees on each leg. Glue a black pom pom to the center of the legs. Add wiggle eyes.

COLORING PAGE: Print the attachment and decorate with crayons, paint, stickers or whatever inspires you!

Win free copies of The Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall and Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia, two of the authors speaking at the National Book Festival! To enter, click here to fill out the prize drawing form between September 7-13. One entry per person. The winner will be contacted with pickup details.