Updates
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Civic Zone: Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people. The holiday has its roots in the post-Civil War era, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, to announce the emancipation of all slaves in the state. The Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President…
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What’s Blooming at the Library?
Spring is in full swing, and our Centennial Gardens are bursting into life! Planted just last fall, our outdoor spaces are already showing off with beauty and promise. This garden was designed not only to celebrate 100 years of library service, but also to create a welcoming, sustainable landscape for our community to enjoy. Every…
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June 17 2025 Director Evaluation Committee – 6:30 PM Friends Meeting Room
Agenda July 11, 2024 Meeting Minutes
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June 2025 Library Board Meeting
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm in the Friends Board Room on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom (details below). To Join Zoom Meeting use this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84949591404 Meeting ID: 849 4959 1404Password: 99536543 Or call this number: 651-372-8299 View or download the…
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The Dollars Behind Your Library
At Plymouth District Library, we believe in being good stewards of public resources—and in making it easy for our community to understand how those resources support the services you count on. Here’s a quick overview of where our funding comes from, how it’s used, and how we plan ahead to keep your library strong and…
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Updates and Upgrades – To Better Serve You
We’re updating our system to serve you better! Here’s what to know: During all our upgrades, you can browse the catalog online as usual. Library Renovation – Begins June 2 This summer, we will also embark on a renovation to refresh and reimagine how we serve the community. The multi-phase project will update every floor…
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May 2025 Library Board Meeting
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm in the Friends Board Room on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom (details below). To Join Zoom Meeting use this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84949591404 Meeting ID: 849 4959 1404Password: 99536543 Or call this number: 651-372-8299 View or download the…
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Civic Zone: Mental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the importance of mental health and encourage open conversations about mental well-being. Mental health awareness refers to the understanding, recognition, and acknowledgment of mental health conditions and their effects on individuals and society as a whole. It also involves promoting strategies for mental…
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Sign up for Summer Reading: Join the Fun
June marks the start of Summer Reading at the library! Get involved by registering at the youth or main floor desk starting June 1 to receive your all-ages game board. This summer-long event runs for 12 weeks, concluding at the end of August. Each week, kids, teens, and adults can earn rewards by showing their…
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A New Chapter for Plymouth District Library
At Plymouth District Library, change is more than cosmetic—it’s an opportunity to reimagine how we serve our community. Starting this summer, the library will embark on a renovation designed to breathe new life into our spaces while honoring the familiar warmth our visitors know and love. Director Shauna Anderson calls the project “a reinvention,” and…
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May 2025 VEBA Committee Meeting
Plymouth District Library Board of Trustees will hold a VEBA Committee meeting at 5:30pm on Monday, 5th May 2025. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom. Join Zoom MeetingMeeting ID: 880 7721 8781Passcode: 55404917Join via phone: 312-626-6799 View or download the digital packet using the links…
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April 2025 Library Board Meeting
Meeting starts at 7:30 pm in the Friends Board Room on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. The meeting will be open for participation both in-person at the library and online via zoom (details below). To Join Zoom Meeting use this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84949591404 Meeting ID: 849 4959 1404Password: 99536543 Or call this number: 651-372-8299 View or download the…
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Civic Zone: Arbor Day
Arbor Day: Celebrating the Importance of Trees in Our Lives Arbor Day is a special day dedicated to celebrating trees and promoting the importance of planting and caring for them. It’s a time when individuals, communities, and organizations come together to honor the beauty and benefits of trees in our environment. But Arbor Day is…
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Climate Action and Community Programs
As we approach Earth Day, it’s an important time to reflect on the state of our planet and our collective responsibility to protect it. Climate change continues to challenge our world in ways that require urgent action, yet amid the pressing concerns, there’s much to celebrate about the positive work already being done and the…
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The Cornerstone of the Sharing Economy
Libraries, including us, have always been in the sharing business—long before the term “sharing economy” became popular. From borrowing books, movies, and music to sharing our community spaces, study rooms, and technology, our library operates on a simple yet powerful idea: access over ownership. In today’s world, the sharing economy is transforming how we think…
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Lost Books (and a Journal) Find their way home
Sometimes, things find their way back home in the most unexpected ways. Recently, we received a copy of The Walk by Richard Paul Evans—one of those heartfelt novels that reminds you how far you might have to go to find yourself. Fittingly, this particular book took a journey of its own. It was accidentally returned…
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Author Spotlight: Nancy Tillman
As we grow older and our reading levels advance, so do the books we choose. Most of us naturally transition from children’s books to young adult novels and, eventually, to adult fiction and nonfiction. Of course, if you’re a caregiver, you might still find yourself reading children’s books aloud to little ones. But when it…
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