Getting a Public Library Card is EASY! Sign up for a card online, then pick it up at your public library.
Try out any of the free programming at any of the valley's public libraries. Anything from yoga storytime, maker workshop, crafts, chess, 3D printing, evening movie, to Lego clubs! Find one today!
Have you tried podcasts? We've used them in the library this year. A great and different way to read. “Having no screen or visual in front of them lets kids’ imagination take over and run the show..." Check out this article from School Library Journal for more details and ideas!
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Going to be in the car? Try an audiobook, one for everyone in the car, or just a certain someone. Download one for free from the public library's system, Overdrive. Or buy one from a variety of sources for any electronic device.
Try an eBook from the St I library, or one from the public library's system, Overdrive.
Are you missing your makerspace time at St I's? Visit MLD's UnBound! https://www.mld.org/unbound
Or some of the other STEM options below.
The MLD bookmobile travels around 7 days a week, offering
Weekly art and science activities
Annual events (such as Trunk-Or-Treat, Dairy Days Parade and the Community Block Party)
Material checkout
Hold pickup
Give it a try this summer! https://www.mld.org/bookmobile
For ages 8-12, check out one of the mini STEM camps at the Library! at Collister from 3-5pm. More details at: https://www.boisepubliclibrary.org/classes-events/stem-mini-camps/
Check out all the options they offer 24-7, with their digital content! Books, music, magazines... and more! https://www.mld.org/stream-download