Upcoming Programs
Summer Reading Program
Tracking for the Summer Reading program begins in...
Looking to submit your reading hours? Use this form link when the program goes live.
To keep things simple, you can begin tracking your reading on the first day of Summer — Wednesday, June 21st.
Postcards to submit your hours in-person along with the form to submit hours online will be available when the program begins.
Yes! We feel time spent reading is worth being rewarded for adults too. Each hour of reading tracked will become one entry into the drawing for the prize of your choice.
There will be 5 gift card prize options and each is valued at $30.
Participants may only win one prize.
You will have two options:
1st: Pick up a postcard to complete at the Circulation Desk or take home and bring back at a later date.
2nd: Use the online form link — click here when the program starts.
Enter your hours as often as you would like via these options. There are no limits on entries. Amanda will take care of the rest.
No! The books, audiobooks and e-books do not have to be borrowed from the Library to count. Same can be said for magazines, newspapers, journal articles, etc. Time spent reading social media posts should not be counted.
Reading hour postcards and online form entries must be submitted by 5:55 pm on Friday, September 22nd in order to be entered into the drawings. Online entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on Friday, September 22nd.
The winners are typically notified within 2 business days of the program ending to allow time for all entries to be entered after the deadline has passed.
Participants must be ages 18+.
Prizes will not be mailed.
Winners must be able to pick up at the Library.
Errors in ticket allocation will be corrected at Amanda’s discretion. (ex. you read 6 hours but allocate 7 tickets…)
Participants may win only one prize. If name is drawn was already drawn for a prize, Amanda will draw another name.
Book Club Options
Flower Library’s Original Book Club has been in existence for more than a decade. Reading selections are a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles chosen by the group through a vote at the end of each series.
This Club meets one Monday a month at 6:30 pm in the Library. Meetings are held September through June, with a break in December. Copies of the title selections are borrowed in advance and are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk (ex. book chosen for October would be available on or before the September discussion date).
No registration is needed to participate. No minimum meeting requirements either.
Upcoming titles and dates:
April 3rd — “Maisie Dobbs” by Jacqueline Winspear
May 8th — “The Guardians” by John Grisham
June 12th — Voting for 2023-2024 title selections!
Please reach out to Amanda with any questions [315.785.7715].
The “Between the Covers” Romance Book Club began in 2021. Current reading selections are chosen by club participants with the hope of exploring what the genre has to offer.
This Book Club meets exclusively on Zoom one evening a month at 6:30 pm. Access links are posted in our Calendar of Events and in the event posts on Facebook.
Registration is not needed! You don’t have to make a specific number of meetings either – just join when you can.
For more information about this Book Club, contact Ashley at 315.785.7714.
The “Nonfiction Book Club” is our newest offering, beginning in the spring of 2023! Because the club is so new, current reading selections are chosen by the purchasing Librarian in hopes of igniting the spark behind adult nonfiction books and promoting the collection.
This Book Club meets exclusively on Zoom one evening a month at 6:30 pm. Access links are posted in our Calendar of Events and in the event posts on Facebook.
Registration is not needed! You don’t have to make a specific number of meetings either – just join when you can.
For more information about this Book Club, contact Ashley at 315.785.7714.
Be Creative with Amanda
On select Wednesday evenings crafting programs will be offered. Details will be provided in the library newsletter as well as the online events calendar and our Facebook account. These offerings will be a mix of in-person and/ or kit options.
When in-person:
- All supplies required for the project will be provided to you.
- Maximum capacity will vary and will be included in the program description.
- One craft project to be completed per person.
- For some, leftover supplies may be turned in to kits for pickup after 12 pm the following day.
When it is a kit:
- Kit release times will vary by program. For kit only programs, pick up will available starting at 9 am on that Wednesday. Leftover supplies turned into kits will be available after 12 pm the following day.
- Not all supplies will be provided. The kit will include a list of what else will be needed and/or is suggested to complete the project.
- Kits are available on a first come, first serve basis. No reservations.
- Typically the limit will be 2 kits per person unless otherwise stated in program description. Please share the craftiness if taking more than 1.
- Step-by-step instructions will be provided in one of two ways:
1 — Included on the kit postcard.
2 — Available on the Library’s YouTube Channel and in the discussion section of the Facebook event. Video availability will match the kit release time.
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Have questions about these programs? Reach out to Amanda at 315.785.7715 or through the Library’s Facebook or Instagram messenger.
Additional Resources
Online Databases for use everywhere!
The North Country Library System subscribes to a variety of databases you could use anywhere. From learning instruments to taking free classes, explore these resources today.
Learn your family's history!
We have a wealth of information to help you get started! From advice and tips to resources and databases, you can explore at any time. Note that some resources may only be used within the library building.
Find tips to help you with your tech!
The Senior Planet organization has created a number of videos to help you solve commonly asked technology questions on your own!
Meet Amanda:
Hello everyone! I have been a librarian at Flower since 2007. I select materials for the Adult fiction collection in a variety of formats along with offering crafty adult programming. When I’m not at the library, you’ll likely find me still making projects or playing with my golden retrievers.
If you have any questions about this content page, reach out to me at 315.785.7715.
Meet Ashley:
Hi all! I have been a librarian at Flower Library since 2010. I purchase for and maintain all adult nonfiction collections and am in charge of educational adult events, genealogy presentations, proctoring, and website maintenance. I enjoy bringing new events and topics to the library! When I’m not at the reference desk, you can find me chasing after littlest loves at home (and sneaking in a good book or two!).
Contact me at 315-785-7714.