September is Library Card Sign-up Month Why buy when you can borrow? The Springdale Public Library is a goldmine of books, movies, magazines, CDs and other great resources for the whole family. Did you know that more than two thirds of Americans have library cards? So, what’s stopping you? Drop by the Library to get the smartest card of all — your library card – and discover the opportunities that await you! During Library Card Sign Up Month, September 2008, the Springdale Public Library will give away a coupon good for one selection from the Friends of the Library Bookstore to anyone who gets a new library card or updates their contact information.

For more information, contact the Library at 479-750-8180, email us at comments@springdalelibrary.org

Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15 - Oct. 15 Education & Celebration! In September 1968, Congress authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week. The observance was expanded in 1988 to a month-long celebration (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15). America celebrates the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

The Library joins this national celebration with two special programs. First, on Saturday, September 27, 2:00 - 3:00 pm (tentative), a representative with the local Mexican Consulate will present a program on the importance of Hispanic Heritage Month and provide timely consulate information for newcomers to the area. This educational program is free and registration is not required. Then, on Sunday, October 12, 2:00 - 3:00 pm, join the Library in welcoming award-winning dancers, Mark and Aurea King, as they perform Latin American dances and even give the audience a chance to cha-cha-cha!  The program is free and refreshments will be served.

Rose Petal Society Display & Workshops The Rose Petal Society of Northwest Arkansas will hold two special programs and a rose display on Saturday, September 27 and Sunday, September 28. Learn how to grow award-winning roses from 1-2 pm on Sat., Sept. 27, and how to deal with rose diseases and pests on Sun., Sept. 28, 2-3 pm. The programs are free and registration is not required.

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale October 1-5 The Friends of the Library will hold its annual Book Sale Wednesday, October 1 through Saturday, October 4, 9:00 - 5:00 pm. Contact the Library at 479-750-8180 or by email at comments@springdalelibrary.org to check on the status of your Friends membership. Current Friends members receive 1/2 off all bookstore and book sale purchases.

If you are not a Friend of the Library, all it takes is a $5.00 annual fee. Visit the Library’s Information Desk to obtain a membership form. The Book Store is also promoting a Book Drive during September to build up sale inventory. Drop your donations by any time the Library is open.

The Conversation Club Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm October 21 - November 25 This is your opportunity to put into practice what you have learned in your Spanish class! Practice your Spanish while you help others practice their English in a relaxed environment. The Library’s Conversation Club offers you that opportunity. Half of the time you will speak in English, the other half Spanish. The structure of the Club is informal. People 18 years of age and older having some knowledge of the language which they wish to practice are invited to participate. This program is free and registration is not required. For more information, call the Library at 479-750-8180, or email vpereira@springdalelibrary.org

Last updated August 2008