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09-22-2025 (Library) Agenda Packet P a g e | 1 Wylie Library Advisory Board Regular Meeting September 22, 2025 – 7:00 PM Council Chambers - 300 Country Club Rd., Bldg. 100 Wylie, TX 75098 CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Any member of the public may address the Board regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Members of the public must fill out a form prior to the meeting in order to speak. The Board requests that comments be limited to three minutes for an individual, six minutes for a group. In addition, the Library Board is not allowed to converse, deliberate or take action on any matter presented during citizen participation. CONSENT AGENDA All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Board and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Ag enda and will be considered separately. A. Review and approve the minutes from the August 25 meeting WORK SESSION WS1. Staff Spotlight: Kelsey Sidwell, Teen Services Librarian WS2. Review City Secretary proposed changes to the Board and Commission Bylaws WS3. Review Meeting Room and Small Business Center Policies WS4. Review Monthly Report WS5. Review Upcoming Library Programs ADJOURNMENT CERTIFICATION I certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted on September 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. on the outside bulletin board at Wylie City Hall, 300 Country Club Road, Building 100, Wylie, Texas, a place convenient and readily accessible to the public at all times. ___________________________ ___________________________ Stephanie Storm, City Secretary Date Notice Removed The Wylie Municipal Complex is wheelchair accessible. Sign interpretation or other special assistance for disabled attendees must be requested 48 hours in advance by contacting the City Secretary’s Office at 972.516.6020. Hearing impaired devices are available from the City Secretary prior to each meeting. 1 P a g e | 2 If during the course of the meeting covered by this notice, the Board should determine that a closed or executive meeting or session of the Board or a consultation with the attorney for the City should be held or is required, then such closed or executive meeting or session or consultation with attorney as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code § 551.001 et. seq., will be held by the Board at the date, hour and place given in this notice as the Board may conveniently meet in such closed or executive meeting or session or consult with the attorney for the City concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including, but not limited to, the following sanctions and purposes: Texas Government Code Section: § 551.071 – Private consultation with an attorney for the City. § 551.073 – Discussing prospective gift or donation to the City. § 551.076 – Discussing deployment of security personnel or devices or security audit. 2 Library Advisory Board Minutes In-person Meeting August 25, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER Announce the presence of a Quorum. Justin Strauch called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. The following Library Board members were present: Justin Strauch, Monica Munoz, Zachary Todd, Mallory Morris, Brian Ortiz & Ofilia Barrera Board Liaison. Board members not present: Toshia Kimball, Sarah Sponsel CITIZENS COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Residents may address Board regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Residents must provide their name and address. Board requests that comments be limited to three (3) minutes. In addition, the Board is not allowed to converse, deliberate, or take action on any matter presented during citizen participation. No citizens were present at the meeting. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Consider, and act upon, approval of July 28, 2025 Library Advisory Board Meeting minutes. Board Action: A motion was made by Zachary Todd, seconded by Monica Munoz, to approve the minutes as presented. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Review Library Advisory Board Meeting dates. Board Action: A motion was made by Justin Strauch, seconded by Monica Munoz, to forgo the November 24, 2025 meeting. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0. WORK SESSION – DISCUSSION ITEMS WS1. Staff Spotlight: Ofilia Barrera, Library Director. Ofilia Barrera shared her journey from a circulation staff member at the Plano Public Library to the position of Director for the Smith Public Library, where she recently celebrated her 18th anniversary. Additionally, she provided a glimpse into her goals for the future of the library. Minutes August 25, 2025 Library Advisory Board Page 1 3 09/22/2025 Item A. WS2. Review Monthly Report. Ofilia Barrera guided the Board through statistics regarding program attendance and resource usage for the period of July 24, 2025 to August 20, 2025. She explained the (0) count for Storytime & Teen Events attendance during this period results from those programs taking a break, allowing staff to prepare for Fall programming. The Board was reminded that Creativebug will be leaving the list of databases soon as that subscription will not be renewed in the next fiscal year. Attention was also given to some of the individual meeting/training highlights. WS3. Review Friends of the Library Events. Mallory Morris introduced a new book club being organized by the Friends. This silent reading book club, D.E.A.R., will have several events in the coming months. Ofilia Barrera provided additional information concerning different elements and dates of the D.E.A.R. events beginning on October 16, 2025. She also shared information for those interested in attending the Friends of the Library monthly meetings and brief descriptions of other future planned events & fundraisers. WS4. Review upcoming library programs. Ofilia Barrera presented a list of upcoming programs for the month of September. Special attention was given to the new ESL Classes for Beginners and the Caregiver Conference of Greater Wylie. All regular youth programs have returned with a few changes to the line-up. Sensory Storytime has been replaced with a similar program, Gentle Storytime, allowing for a larger audience of up to 30 attendees. The teen program Japanimation has also been changed to Asiapop, facilitating a wider focus from Anime and Manga to include other themes such as Bollywood and Kpop, as well. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Monica Munoz, seconded by Brian Ortiz, to adjourn the meeting at 7:57 p.m. A vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0. ______________________________ Justin Strauch, Chair Minutes August 25, 2025 Library Advisory Board Page 2 4 09/22/2025 Item A. Review City Secretary proposed changes to the Board and Commission Bylaws Discuss and provide direction on the eligibility criteria for members of City boards and commissions, specifically with respect to: ● Voter registration status ● Residency within City limits ● Minimum length of residency ● Employment with the City ● Marital or familial relationship to a City employee 5 09/22/2025 Item WS2. MEETING ROOM POLICY - SMITH PUBLIC LIBRARY APPROVED BY THE LIBRARY BOARD ON MARCH 22, 2021 APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL ON APRIL 13, 2021 A.USE OF THE FACILITIES 1.STATEMENT OF PURPOSE – MEETING ROOMS A.The Rita and Truett Smith Public Library (“library”)has designated spaces for the community to use. B.The Multi-Purpose Room and Conference Room may be reserved and used under the guidelines listed below for general, non-commercial, informational,educational, cultural, and civic needs including activities such as discussion groups, panels,lectures, conferences, and seminars. Meeting Rooms may not be used for private social events or commercial purposes. C.All groups and individuals must comply with the Patron Behavior Policy. D.A Meeting Room is not considered reserved until the application is received, paid for, approved and confirmed by the library. Reservations shall be accepted,subject to the provisions of this policy, in the order received and depending on the availability of an appropriate room. 2.GENERAL MEETING -TERMS AND CONDITIONS After the library schedules its programs, citizens may apply to use the meeting rooms. Library staff shall determine which applicants may use the meeting rooms on a first-come, first-serve basis and shall have final authority regarding use of the meeting rooms and/or cancellation or discontinuance of reservations. The library does not keep a waiting list or hold meeting rooms. The applicant must have a current Smith Public Library card. The library card number must be provided when applying for the meeting room. The library card or a picture I.D. of the applicant must be presented at the time of the meeting to the Service Desk.The meeting room will be checked out to the applicant. The applicant is required to check-in the meeting room upon the end of the meeting. The applicant must be present for the duration of the meeting.Library cards other than the applicant’s will not be accepted. A fully complete and signed application, library card number, and any applicable supporting documents are due at the time that the application is submitted.Payment is due 72 hours after notification of approved application in order for the reservation to be complete.If the date requested is within 72 hours of approval, payment must be made prior to the scheduled meeting time. A separate application with applicable documents and payments must be submitted for each date requested. Nonprofits must show proof of non-profit status to receive lower fee rates under this policy. Library Hours Meeting Room Schedule Monday 10am-8pm 9am-7:45pm Tuesday 10am-8pm 9am-7:45pm Wednesday 10am-8pm 9am-7:45pm Thursday 10am-8pm 9am-7:45pm Friday 10am-5pm 9am-4:45pm Saturday 10am-5pm 10am-4:45pm Sunday Closed Closed Page 1 of 4 Meeting Room Policy Rita and Truett Smith Library 6 09/22/2025 Item WS3. A.The meeting rooms are available on the days the library is open and functioning under typical conditions during the times listed on the table above. Reservation time includes both set-up and break-down. Meetings must conclude at least fifteen minutes prior to the closing of the library. B.To use any meeting room, organizations and/or individuals must apply a minimum of three business days before the scheduled meeting though our online reservation system. Submitted applications are reviewed Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. C.All individuals/organizations/companies will be required to fill out an application. Applications will be kept on record for a minimum of one (1) year. D.The Meeting Rooms are not intended to serve as a permanent public meeting location for any group. No group may use meeting rooms on a continuing, week-to-week or month-to-month basis. A maximum number of three (3) reservations are allowed at one time. Applicants may reapply for use of the meeting room upon successful completion of the last reserved meeting. E.Meeting rooms cannot be reserved more than 90 days in advance of the date the room is needed. F.Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance for a refund. G.Failure to notify library staff of a meeting cancellation within 48 hours may result in privileges being revoked. In the event an applicant has three (3) no-shows,privileges to reserve a meeting room will be revoked for a period of one (1) year. H.All applicants must check-in and check-out at the Service Desk, the first desk as you enter the library.A staff member is required to unlock the meeting room at the beginning of the meeting and lock it after the meeting. Applicants are not permitted to enter an unlocked meeting room without first notifying a staff member. I.Groups using the meeting room shall be responsible for setting up chairs, tables, and other equipment before the meeting, maintaining order during the meeting,taking down whatever they put up after the meeting, and seeing that the facility is neat and clean at the conclusion of the program. Groups are fully responsible for the cost of any and all damages based upon actual repair or replacement costs. J.Commercial use of any kind is prohibited. Direct and indirect solicitation of goods or services and collection of fees for any purpose, including fundraising,goods, services or admission is prohibited. K.A meeting room may not be used for a social gathering such as a wedding shower, a baby shower, a birthday party, a dance, or a similar activity. L.A meeting room may not be used for a political partisan event in support or protest of a cause. Rooms may not be used for the creation or distribution of materials for a political campaign or for any other purpose in support of a political campaign, ballot issue or candidate. M.All fire regulations must be followed including room capacity and clear aisles, exits, and doors. In addition, candles and other open-flame devices (lighters, matches,torches, etc.) are prohibited. N.All meeting room applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Meetings consisting of minors (17 years and younger) must provide supervision by adults 18 years of age or older. O.The library reserves the right to revoke a reservation if the program or gathering is disruptive to the library’s normal course of business or is in violation of the Patron Behavior Policy. Page 2 of 4 Meeting Room Policy Rita and Truett Smith Library 7 09/22/2025 Item WS3. P.Activities in the room must not disrupt regular library operations including, but not limited to, soliciting or conducting surveys, making loud noises, blocking entries,fire lanes or walkways, etc. Q.The library reserves the right to deny applications for programs that are in conflict with established programs and services offered by the library. R.Chairs and tables are available in the meeting rooms.The following items are also available:Conference Room (television);Multipurpose Room (lectern, overhead projector and sound system with microphone.) Note:Computers and other electronic devices are not provided by the library. S.Groups are responsible for enforcing the City’s smoking ordinance, which does not permit smoking in city facilities, city property or city parks.Smoke(s)or smoking as used herein shall mean and includes the carrying, possessing or holding of a pipe, cigarette,tobacco product, weed or other plant product, electronic cigarette, e-cigarette or liquid nicotine of any kind which is burning or emitting a vapor.(City Ordinance Chapter 74, Article 1, section 74-3) T.The library is not responsible for any items or materials brought in by meeting room users. U.No materials may be tacked or posted in the meeting rooms. Those organizations that violate this policy will be charged a damage fee assessed by library staff. V.Organizations will defend, indemnify and hold harmless the library and the City of Wylie of any damage suffered because of or resulting from use of the meeting rooms. W.No reservation shall be legally binding. The Library Director may cancel any room reservation or display at any time, with or without cause. X.Permission to meet in the library does not constitute endorsement by the library or the Wylie City Council. Library staff, however, reserves the right to attend or observe all meetings. Such attendance or observation shall not constitute endorsement. Y.Any publicity or marketing materials for individual or group meetings that include the Smith Public Library name and/or address as the meeting location must include the following disclaimer: “This event is not sponsored by the Smith Public Library. The library does not advocate or endorse the viewpoints of meetings or meeting room users.” Use of any library phone number as a contact phone number is prohibited. Z.Neither the name nor address of the library may be used as the official address or headquarters of an organization. The library cannot be listed as the sponsoring organization for public relations purposes,but only as the "location site." AA.Any announcements or notices to publicize an activity should not be posted or distributed on library premises. BB.Refreshments may be served with permission from the Library Director, but no alcoholic beverages are allowed. CC. The Library Director shall annually review the library’s needs for space and will allocate remaining space for the public following that determination. Page 3 of 4 Meeting Room Policy Rita and Truett Smith Library 8 09/22/2025 Item WS3. 3.MEETING ROOM(S) -- OCCUPANCY The Fire Marshal establishes maximum capacities for library meeting rooms. Meetings must not exceed the occupancy rate. 4.FEES Payment and applicable supporting documents are due 72 hours after notification of approved application in order for the reservation to be complete. If the date requested is within 72 hours of approval, payment and/or any supporting documents must be submitted prior to the scheduled meeting time. Checks made payable to the City of Wylie. A $25.00 service fee is charged for returned checks. a.Multipurpose Room (maximum occupancy 200,no tables or chairs): ●Monday - Saturday: -Non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations: $30.00 per hour, non-refundable. Proof of current 501(c)(3) status is required and must be submitted within 72 hours of application approval. -All other users: $45.00 per hour, non-refundable. b.Conference Room (maximum occupancy 24, 18 at tables with chairs): Note: Furniture may not be removed from the conference room. ●Monday - Saturday: . -Users other than non-profit organizations:$20.00 per hour, non-refundable. -Non-profit 501(c) (3) organizations: The Conference Room is free to non-profit organizations. Proof of non-profit status is required and must be submitted within 72 hours of application approval. Page 4 of 4 Meeting Room Policy Rita and Truett Smith Library 9 09/22/2025 Item WS3. Rita &Truett Smith Public Library Small Business Center Use Policy Approved by the Library Advisory Board June 26,2023 The Rita and Truett Smith Public Library (“library”)has designated spaces for the community to use.The Small Business Center (SBC)was provided by the Wylie Economic Development Corporation as a space to promote entrepreneurship.It is free for individuals and groups up to 4 people working on business,career and workforce development. The SBC may be reserved and used for general,non-commercial,informational,training needs including activities such as: ●Discussion groups ●Staff training ●Presentation rehearsal ●Conference calls ●Job interviews (virtual or in person) The SBC may not be used for ●Private social events ●Commercial purposes such as sales calls or solicitation of goods or services ●Tutoring ●Studying To use the SBC: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older,have a current Smith Public Library card and must reserve the room via the library’s online reservation system.Children ages thirteen (13)and younger are not allowed.The SBC cannot be reserved more than 90 days in advance of the date the room is needed.The room is only available when the library is open. The SBC is not intended to serve as a permanent public meeting location for any group.No group may use it on a continuing week-to-week or month-to-month basis.A maximum number of three (3)reservations are allowed at one time.Applicants may reapply for use of the room upon successful completion of the last reserved meeting. A completed application,library card number,and any applicable supporting documents are due at the time that the application is submitted.Applications must be submitted 72 hours prior to the room reservation request. The SBC is not considered reserved until the application is received,approved and confirmed by the library.Reservations shall be accepted,subject to the provisions of this policy,in the order received and depending on the availability of the room.Submitted applications are reviewed Monday through Friday,9 a.m.to 5 p.m. 10 09/22/2025 Item WS3. The library card or a picture I.D.of the applicant must be presented at the time of the meeting to the Service Desk.All Applicants must check-in and check-out at the Service Desk.The applicant must be present for the duration of the meeting.Library cards other than the applicant’s will not be accepted. Guidelines for use: ●All groups and individuals must comply with the Patron Behavior Policy. ●Food is not permitted in the SBC.Beverages in covered containers are allowed. ●Materials may not be tacked or posted on the walls or windows. ●Furniture may not be moved in or out of the room. ●The SBC is not soundproof;noise levels should not disturb other patrons or staff. ●The library assumes no responsibility for unattended personal belongings. ●The SBC must be vacated fifteen minutes before the library closes. What’s in the SBC? Media Table with television and HDMI connection provides interactive group viewing and participation in distance learning or other presentation applications.A dry-erase board,markers and eraser are available on one wall. 11 09/22/2025 Item WS3. Monthly Report for the Library Advisory Board (Based on Weekly Reports sent to City Manager’s office every Thursday) August 21 - Sept. 10** July 24 - August 20* June 19 - July 23 Storytime 298 0 1,286 Kid Events 21 878 1,405 Teen Events 0 0 119 Adult Events 105 37 121 Outreach 7 62 61 Business Exchange 144 216 210 Circulation 35,868 55,623 81,770 Visitors 10,754 18,856 27,807 New Borrowers 348 624 900 Drive-Thru 217 307 370 Holds Processed 4,832 6,666 8,654 **One week less due to the new schedule. *Storytime is on a break. Ancestry Sessions Searches Jun 2025 10 182 Jul 2025 15 269 Aug 2025 18 385 Creativebug Sessions Total Video Views Hours Viewed Jun 2025 14 38 3.77 Jul 2025 14 12 2.09 Aug 2025 17 19 3.4 Data Axle Log-ins # of Searches Total Records Downloaded Jun 2025 10 17 2 Jul 2025 20 178 1,336 Aug 2025 5 24 45 12 09/22/2025 Item WS4. Gale Courses Enrollments Total Course Log-ins Total Minutes in Class Jun 2025 12 142 22,046 Jul 2025 28 206 21,897 Aug 2025 15 108 11,257 Pronunciator Registrations Logins Jun 2025 16 41 Jul 2025 19 37 Aug 2025 12 18 Udemy Active Users Courses Enrolled Video Mins Jun 2025 69 286 14,757.0 Jul 2025 73 198 15,838.2 Aug 2025 91 171 19,473.50 Library App Devices Launches New Devices Jun 2025 1,451 8,129 277 Jul 2025 1,521 8,510 254 Aug 2025 1,488 7,888 195 Digital Resources Usage: (Presented by calendar month) Libby (Overdrive) Totals for Consortium June 2025 July 2025 Aug 2025 Unique Users 19,325 SPL - 2,208 19,096 SPL - 2,157 19,223 SPL - 2,224 Check-Outs 70,242 SPL - 8,009 71,091 SPL - 8,219 70,255 SPL - 8,180 Holds 35,440 34,049 31,658 Purchases 896 600 1,097 13 09/22/2025 Item WS4. Hoopla Circulation Counts by Month: Audio Binge Comics Ebooks Movies Music TV Total June 2025 1,341 44 115 503 203 49 98 2,353 July 2025 1,359 32 108 566 181 56 101 2,403 Aug 2025 1,305 38 113 599 190 51 69 2,365 Kanopy Stats Visits Pages Plays Minutes June 2025 1,843 2,374 574 17,320 July 2025 2,043 2,778 591 17,931 Aug 2025 1,940 2,879 355 8,980 Kanopy Plays by Device Tablet Desktop Mobile Television June 2025 23.3% 6.6% 38.5% 31.5% July 2025 19.6% 4.6% 39.6% 36.2% Aug 2025 58.9% 3.4% 14.1% 23.7% Meetings/Training Highlights: ● 8/21/25 Ofilia attended the Rotary meeting ● 8/21/25 Ofilia and Debbie one on one ● 8/22/25 Ofilia and Lisa weekly one on one ● 8/23/25 Ofilia worked the McDonald’s Back to School Event with Wylie PD ● 8/25/25 Ofilia and Xcenia attended the Library Advisory Board meeting ● 8/26/25 Ofilia participated in Police Officer Board Interviews ● 8/26/25 Ofilia attended the City Council Meeting ● 8/27/25 Ofilia and Lisa met virtually w/Ebsco vendor ● 8/28/25 Ofilia and Lisa manned the library table at the City Health Fair ● 8/29/25 Library in-service day w/leadership training by Tiffany Thompson 14 09/22/2025 Item WS4. ● 9/2/25 Ofilia attended the Director ’s staff meeting ● 9/2/25 Weekly admin team meeting ● 9/2/25 Ofilia and Lisa meeting with Caregiver Conference organizers ● 9/4/25 Ofilia attended the Rotary District Awards Banquet where our local Rotary club got the Literacy Award for small clubs in North Texas ● 9/5/25 Ofilia and Debbie presented The Abby Award at Bush Elementary ● 9/9/25 Ofilia attended the City Council Meeting ● 9/10/25 Ofilia attended The Wall That Heals Meeting ● 9/10/25 Ofilia and Veronica attended the Library Garden Meeting 15 09/22/2025 Item WS4. Upcoming Library Programs - October 2025 Adults Wylie Whispers: Downtown Ghost Tours Friday, October 3 & Saturday, October 4 Encounter the spirits of early Wylie-ites in this spooky and informative fundraiser in Historic Downtown Wylie! Tours depart from the Welcome Center at Brown House at 301 N. Ballard Ave. every half hour between 7:00-9:00 pm. When you register, you will be asked to select your tour time. You are required to check in at the Brown House prior to joining your tour. Tickets $25 per person or $45 for two tickets. (Suitable for children ages 12 and up) ESL Classes for Beginners continues Tuesdays in October @ 6PM The continuation of this fun and engaging 6-week ESL class, where participants will learn basic English with a certified instructor. You will be required to take an assessment to determine a basic level of knowledge to ensure success in the classes. Game On: D&D For Adults Tuesday, October 7 @ 6PM National Night Out Tuesday, October 7 @ 5:30 - 8:30pm Olde City Park Booked on Fridays Join us for engaging reads, good conversation, and loads of fun. October 10 Malas by Marcela Fuentes Beginning Genealogy Tuesday, October 14 @ 6PM Get a start (or refresher) on the basics of genealogy and how to begin your family history journey. Registration opens September 30. Family History Friday Friday, October 17 A day of online genealogy webinars provided by the Genealogy Network of Texas (GNT). Registration opens September 30. Ask the Master Gardener Representatives of the Collin County Master Gardeners’ Association will be in the lobby to answer your gardening questions. October 18 from 1:30PM - 3:30PM Third Tuesday Book Bunch Ages: 55+ years Social networking and a good book. Immerse yourself into a good story with friends. 16 09/22/2025 Item WS5. October 21 Planning Meeting Conversational English Thursday, October 25 @ 2PM Practice your English speaking conversation skills! Participants meet monthly to practice speaking about everyday topics in a casual, supportive setting. Sign up required. Preschool Storytimes resume September 3. Free stickers are required to enter all storytimes and are available right before the event time. Space is limited due to fire code. Bilingual Family Storytime for all ages Mondays @ 6:30pm Infant Storytime for 0 - 11 month olds Wednesdays @ 10am Big Kid Storytimes for 3 - 5 year olds Wednesdays @ 10:45am and 11:30am Thursdays @ 1:30pm Toddler Time for 1 - 2 year olds Fridays @ 10:15am and 11am Gentle Storytime Space is limited to keep a sensory friendly environment Wednesdays @ 2:15pm Kids Kids Garden Activity with the Collin County Master Gardeners Children are welcome to participate in a simple gardening activity in the Library lobby. October 13 from 5-7pm. D.E.A.R. @ the Library D.E.A.R. is a B.Y.O.B. (bring your own book) book club! Modeled after Silent Book Club and school-based sustained silent reading time, also known as D.E.A.R., the goal of this initiative is to promote connection and literacy by providing Wylie residents with the time, space, and permission to just drop everything and read! This is a family-friendly event for anyone who can read independently. Kids nine (9) and younger must be accompanied by an adult (18+). October 16 from 10 - 11:30am 17 09/22/2025 Item WS5. Idea Lab 3rd & 4th graders (8-10 years old) meet on the designated date from 3:30-4:30pm in the Multi-Purpose Room. October 16 Rotting Pumpkins BeTween Book Club 4th-6th graders (9-12 years old) and meets on the designated date from 6-7pm in the Storytime Room. October 21 Unplugged by Gordan Korman My Very Own Book Club 1st & 2nd graders (6-8 years old) meet on the designated date from 3:30-4:30pm in the Multi-Purpose Room. October 21 & 23 The Little Old Lady Who Wasn’t Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams Spooky Night @ the Library The Friends of the Library sponsor this night of trick-or-treat at the desks, a treasure hunt and a costume contest! October 28 from 6 - 7pm Teens Teen Book Club 7th-12th graders meet monthly at 6pm in the storytime room to chat about the book we read, discuss what else we’ve been reading, and snack! The first 30 teens to sign up get a free copy of the book! October 30 The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi (with virtual Zoom chat with Roshani @ 6:30pm) Roll for the Initiative: SPL’s Teen Dungeons & Dragons Group 7th-12th graders only. Registration required. Space may be limited for specific meetings. October 2 18 09/22/2025 Item WS5.