View from the Library: Adopt a children’s book

We are celebrating Library Lover’s Month all February with 25% off in our gift nook and our annual Adopt-a-Book program. For a $15 donation you get to choose from a selection of children’s books and write a personalized note that will be placed in the front of the book. We have a lot of great books to choose from this year.

Sierra has a great technology program starting at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22. This month we are focusing on growing your pandemic literacy with a game called “Factitious.” Are you overwhelmed with news about COVID-19 that seems to be constantly changing and contradicting? This program will help you find peace of mind by sharpening your critical thinking skills. This is a great program for learning how to evaluate and identify good and credible sources of all information.

Felicia will lead a workshop called Leap into Science – Light & Shadows starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb.16. Join us in the large meeting room for story time, a shadow puppet show and hands-on learning stations. This is a great family program for kids of all ages with parents or caregivers.

Don’t forget Mother Goose Mondays at 9:15 a.m. for the 0-3 crowd and Story Time Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. for the 3-5 group. Participation by parents, caregivers and older siblings is always encouraged and welcome. This month the themes include the Olympics, Valentine’s Day and colors and letters. Gwen Hadrits from the Lake County Health Department will join us on Feb.14 and 24 with a little extra fun.

Thanks to the Montana State Library, we have added some really great resources to the Libby app. We have Method Test Prep for SAT and ACT study help and practice exams, and the Great Courses and Universal Class for adult continuing education videos and courses. These are all great resources to encourage lifelong learning.

We have the IRS Instruction Booklets and hope to get the 1040 forms soon. You can also print your own from www.IRS.gov/forms-instructions. The state of Montana does not print or send us any forms or booklets. Those can be found at www.mtrevenue.gov. Both entities encourage e-filing and direct deposit as the fastest way to file and get a refund.

The library will be closed Monday, Feb. 21 for Presidents’ Day. We will be closing at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8 for an all-staff training.

The library is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The hours from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday and Friday are reserved for those 65 and older, or those who are immunocompromised. Please wear a mask during this hour.

Curbside pickup is available for everyone during open hours. Please call us at 406-883-8225 or email us at polsoncl@polson.lib.mt.us with questions or to request curbside pickup.

Abbi Dooley is director of North Lake County Public Library in Polson.