Libby library to follow family friendly fall schedule

The Lincoln County Public Library in Libby will follow a busy calender of October events. All activities are free and open to the public.

The Libby library will host story time for preschool age children at 10 a.m. every Tuesday.

The Troy library will host story time for preschool age children at 11:15 a.m. every Wednesday.

The Eureka library will host story time for preschool age children at 11:30 a.m. every Thursday.

The Troy library will host chess games every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Bring yourself, a partner and your favorite board.  The library also has boards available. For more information, please call Kimberly at 295-4040.

Oct. 1 – Oct. 5: The Libby library will present a travelling women’s suffrage exhibit.

Oct. 1, 11 a.m.: Eureka Friends of the Library meeting at the Eureka library. Joining the Friends of the Library is a great way to meet new friends and volunteer.

Oct. 1, 4 p.m.: After School Program, ages 6-12: Bear Identification. Join Kim Annis of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks as she shares her knowledge of bears. Stop by the library to learn about bear identification and the bears in our area.

Oct. 2, 7 p.m.: Special Event. Join us at the Maki Theatre in Libby as we introduce Montana Rep. Diane Sands. Diane will present the Humanities Montana program “Taking Action: A Political History of Women in Montana.”

Oct. 3, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: The Libby Friends of the Library are having a book sale. The entrance is on Main Street across from the post office. Stop by and check out the books, movies and music CDs. It’s a great way to support your library.

Oct. 7, 6 p.m.: Libby Friends of the Library meeting at the Libby Library. Those interested in becoming library volunteers are invited to introduce themselves to the library.

Oct. 8, 4 p.m.: After School Program, ages 6-12: Lawn Games. In honor of National Children’s Day we will play games outside. Join us for some fun games on the lawn, relay races and kickball.

Oct. 14 – Oct. 25: The Troy Public Library will present an exhibit on the country of Turkey, courtesy of Troy teacher Nia Vestal. If you’ve ever been curious about the ancient Eastern Roman Empire or the Ottoman Empire, stop by and take a look. There’s a lot of exciting history and art to learn about. The library will also have a wide selection of books and audio books by Turkish authors to check out.

Oct. 15, 4 p.m.: After School Program, ages 6-12: Weeds. Is it a flower or weed? Join us as we learn all about weeds from the Lincoln County Weed Department.

 Oct. 18, 11 a.m.: Join us at the Libby library for A Hot Drink and a Good Book, our monthly book discussion group. This month’s book is Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli. Leo Borlock follows the unspoken rule at Mica Area High School: Don’t stand out under any circumstances. Then Stargirl arrives at Mica High and everything changes — for Leo and for the entire school. After 15 years of home schooling, Stargirl bursts into 10th grade in an explosion of color and a clatter of ukulele music, enchanting the Mica student body. In a celebration of nonconformity, Jerry Spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the fleeting, cruel nature of popularity—and the thrill and inspiration of first love. Copies of the book are available to check out at the library.

Oct. 22, 4 p.m.: After School Program, ages 6-12: National Forest Products week. Stop by the library to learn all about things made from wood and make your own wood stick items.

Oct. 29, 4 p.m.: After School Program, ages 6-12: It’s Pumpkin Treat Day at the library. Join us to learn all about pumpkins from seed to Jack-ó-lanterns while enjoying tasty pumpkin treats.

Oct. 31: Amnesty Day.The last Friday of every month is Amnesty Day at the Lincoln County Libraries.  Any materials less than 90 days overdue which are returned in good condition to any of the three libraries on that day will have all penalties waived. Overdue interlibrary loan materials are not included.