Top 50 activities enjoyed at the library
Published 6:40 pm Friday, December 20, 2019
BCPL
News release
Public libraries are vibrant institutions, serving as hubs of information and activities for local communities. Library patrons come from all walks of life, with varied interests and ages, so librarians work hard to offer programs and develop the library collection to meet the needs of the local community.
“I love helping a kid find their new favorite book, teaching them something new at a program, or offering fun experiences that make them feel welcome and happy at their library,” says Youth Services Librarian Kinsey Hisle. “The best part of my job is always providing library services for patrons who need them and offering programs they enjoy.”
The librarians at the Boyle County Public Library are already hard at work planning some amazing activities for 2020, including a celebration of the Roaring ‘20s during the month of January and an interactive financial literacy experience called “Thinking Money for Kids” in February and March.
With 2019 drawing to a close, we’d like to take a look back at the numerous library-sponsored activities our patrons participated in during the past year. With 1,300 programs offered this year, there was a lot to choose from. Here is a list of the top 50 library activities of this year.
- Saved old family photos and slides in the Memory Lab
- Found great books at the Fall and Spring book sales
- Played Dungeons and Dragons
- Built a LEGO Hogwarts castle
- Played board games while enjoying delicious cooked food at Family Game Night
- Studied for a GED test
- Learned to swing dance
- Solved a murder mystery
- Enjoyed a brass band concert
- Got help doing taxes
- Notarized important papers, for free
- Saw Saturn’s rings from 874 million miles away
- Attended an author visit
- Pet lots of animals, including a kangaroo, at a petting zoo
- Attended an art exhibit
- Printed a resume for a job
- Researched a subject for a school paper
- Attended a book club
- Met with a study group
- Took pictures with and talked to Santa!
- Met award-winning authors
- Learned how to prepare for an emergency or disaster
- Applied for a job with the Census Bureau
- Learned how to self-manage my diabetes
- Made snow globes
- Painted a holiday mug to give as a gift (or keep)!
- Learned how to check fluids, jumpstart, and care for my car
- Made clocks out of books
- Filled out the FAFSA
- Broke out of an Escape Room
- Listened to people’s unique stories at the Human Library
- Learned about coding while playing with robots or attending a class
- Created several varieties of slime
- Took a virtual field trip to the International Space Station and Johnson Space Center
- Saw the stars during the mobile planetarium
- Sewed new stuffed animal creations to make unique Frankentoys
- Listened to storytime before bed in pajamas with stuffed animal friends
- Attended a zombie prom to dance and play games on Halloween
- Was entertained by a magician
- Researched family history
- Worked on a puzzle
- Knitted hats, scarves, gloves, and afghans for people in need
- Rode in the bookmobile during the Christmas parade
- Learned about applying for college
- Listened to a hammer dulcimer performance
- Learned about Madeline McDowell Breckinridge at a Kentucky Chautauqua performance
- Discovered a new favorite author
- Played with puppies and kittens from the local animal shelter
- Learned how to make delicious soups and stews
- Borrowed a favorite ‘80s movie to watch with my teen
More information about library events and resources can be found at www.BoylePubLib.org or by calling the library at 859-238-7323.