Good Morning, Johnsburg!

The mountain air is perfectly crisp today, warming up to a comfortable 67°F under partly sunny skies. We hope your Tuesday is starting with a quiet moment, a good cup of coffee, and some early sunshine!

Happening Today: Closed for Planning

While our physical space is closed on Tuesdays, we are wishing a very happy posthumous birthday to Victorian master Thomas Hardy, born June 2, 1840. If you have a craving for sweeping natural landscapes and classic romance on this mild day, check out Tess of the d’Urbervilles on Hoopla!

Looking Ahead

• Wednesday, June 3: Weekly Knitting Circle (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
• Wednesday, June 3: Public Library Board Meeting (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)

Don’t Forget to Register

Limited seating is remaining for our Mahjong for Beginners workshop on June 19th. Avoid missing out and register online here to claim your workspace!

Community Connection: Nature Watch

Have you noticed the local beavers getting busy in our creeks? As we prepare for our upcoming “Pond Life” Summer Reading Program, we encourage you to explore our local pond habitats this week. If you’re hitting the Adirondack trails, remember to wear light-colored clothing and always do a quick tick check when you get home!

See you in the stacks!

Good Morning, Johnsburg!

The morning mist is lifting off our Adirondack pines, and June has finally arrived with a crisp, refreshing breeze. While we’re starting the day at a cool 44°F, we are looking forward to a beautiful high of 65°F as the sun breaks through! We are so happy to welcome you to a brand new month of stories, community, and fresh mountain air.

Happening Today: Closed for Quiet Prep

While the library building is closed on Mondays, our digital doors are always open! Today, naturalist John Muir published his very first wilderness essay on Yosemite back in 1872. Get inspired to explore our beautiful Adirondack backyard on this cool afternoon by downloading a nature memoir or regional guide on Libby!

Looking Ahead

• Wednesday, June 3: Weekly Knitting Circle (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
• Wednesday, June 3: Public Library Board Meeting (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)

Don’t Forget to Register

Our Mahjong for Beginners workshop on June 19th has strictly limited seating. Secure your tiles today by registering online here or stopping by the front desk when we reopen on Wednesday!

Community Connection: Library Resources Spotlight

Did you know you can access Ancestry.com from our 3 public computers? Whether you’re researching family tree basics or learning about early local mining history in our regional books, we have the tools you need to get started when we reopen on Wednesday.

See you in the stacks!

Good Morning, Johnsburg! 

Happy Friday, neighbors! There is nothing quite like a spring morning in the Adirondacks. We have a wonderful day planned here at the library, so come on in, pull up a chair, and stay a while.

Happening Today: Stories & Tiles 

It’s a busy Friday at the Town of Johnsburg Library! Here is what is on the schedule for today:

• Storytime and Play Hour (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM): Start the morning with the little ones! We’ll have stories, songs, and plenty of play. It’s a great way for local families to connect.

• Mahjong Club (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM): This afternoon, the tiles will be clicking! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or looking to learn, all are welcome to join our friendly group.

Looking Ahead

Get ready for a big weekend and a productive start to next week:

• Tomorrow, Saturday, May 9th: Game Night & Pasta Potluck (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM). This is the main event! Bring your best Draw Four strategies for the Uno Tournament and your appetite for the potluck. 

The Clipboard: Don’t Forget to Register

• BOOK IT! Summer of Stories (Enrollment Open NOW): Parents, get ready to turn reading time into pizza time! For kids in Pre-K through 6th grade, enrollment is open for the summer program (June 1 – August 31). Use the BOOK IT! app to track progress and earn a FREE Personal Pan Pizza®! 

• Book Club (Thursday, May 14th @ 5:00 PM): We are discussing Daughters of Yalta. Be sure to reserve your copy soon.

• Trivia Night (Friday, May 22nd): Our “Finish the Lyrics” trivia night is filling up. Call us or stop by the desk to sign up!

Community Connection: Nature Watch 

Have you heard the spring peepers yet? Their chorus is getting louder every evening down by the creek. To many of us in North Creek, that sound is the true signal that spring has officially arrived in the mountains. Keep your ears open tonight!

See you at the library!

Happening Today

Happy Thursday, Johnsburg! We have a quiet day on the schedule today, which makes it the absolute perfect time to find a cozy corner and read or get some remote work done using our Wi-Fi.

Looking Ahead

Tomorrow is packed with fun: Storytime and Play Hour at 10:00 AM, and the Mahjong Club at 3:00 PM. Then, Saturday is the big Uno Tournament & Pasta Potluck (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)!

The Clipboard: Don’t Forget to Register

If you’re bringing a pasta dish to share on Saturday, drop a comment below or give us a quick call so we know how many hungry players to expect!

Community Connection: Local History

The library isn’t just for new releases; it’s the keeper of our town’s memory! Come take a peek at our local history section to learn more about the early days of logging and mining in Johnsburg.

Happening Today

Good morning! It is a bustling Wednesday here in town. Bring your current project to the Knitting Club from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Later today, our Board of Trustees Meeting will be held from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Looking Ahead

Friday brings our weekly Storytime and Play Hour at 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, followed by the Mahjong Club from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM!

The Clipboard: Don’t Forget to Register

It’s not too late to grab a copy of Daughters of Yalta by Catherine Grace Katz! Our Book Club meets to discuss it next Thursday, May 14th.

Community Connection: Literary Life

There is nothing quite like the rhythm of knitting needles and a good audiobook. Stop in today and let our staff help you find the perfect listen for your next crafting session!