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Join the Calmar Library in celebrating National Bird Migration Day from October 6th to the 17th online and in person!
Murder Mystery in the Peosta Library! Stop in and look at the clues for who may have murdered Pandrew Payne. The first person to guess correctly will win a prize!
New Mometrix eLibrary database to replace BrainFuse. Has over 1,500 tests, practice tests, interactive flash cards, study guides, employment prep, and video eLibrary all for free. Link is through the a-z database list and make sure you register for a free account to access.
National ADHD Awareness Month October. An orange silhouette with a question mark is where their brain is.

ADHD Awareness Month

As one of the most stigmatized illnesses for people to endure, it is very real. CLICK HERE to learn what exactly ADHD is, how it presents itself, how people live with it, and more.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a pink ribbon and plants floating above the words.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Did you know men can also develop Breast Cancer?

Breast Cancer is the number one leading cancer in women all over the world. Find out what exactly it means to have breast cancer, facts and statistics, and things you can do to try and prevent developing it, all by CLICKING HERE.

Mental health is health with flowers blooming out of someone's head

World Mental Health Day -Oct. 10th

With busy schedules and midterms approaching, it may be challenging to find time for yourself. But you mustn't forget:

YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS!

CLICK HERE to get facts and resources for your mental health and even some ideas on how to care for yourself. 

A page from a book with a bunch of spots/lines blacked out to symbolize censorship in books.

Banned Book Week! October 5th to 11th

It is librarians' favorite week of the year, Banned Book Week!

This is the time for the quietest of spaces to get loud and proud, providing all the information possible to protest against censorship. CLICK HERE to learn about Banned Book Week and the top 2024 banned/challenged books.

Map of the US that shows Laws/Directives banning sexual orientation and/or gender identity employment discrimination.

LGBTQ+ History Month

Same-Sex Sexuality was a 'thing' long before the Stonewall Riots, but many people don't even know what the Stonewall Riots are or what they stood for.

CLICK HERE for fun and interesting LGBTQ+ facts and history in America and all over the world.

Happy Teacher's Day! With a man sitting at a teacher's desk and school-related icons floating about.

World Teachers Day -Oct 5th

What exactly is a teacher? And what makes a good one?

CLICK HERE to get the answers to these questions, statistics, and more to learn and celebrate your teachers!

People practicing magic in a cave and make a giant cat appear outside.

Other Holidays to Celebrate

Why stop the celebration?

Keep the parties going with some of these not-so-well-known holidays! CLICK HERE!

Reading books by candlelight.

Librarians Picks for October

Really immerse yourself in the vibes of the season. CLICK HERE to get this month's librarian picks of books and movies based on the holidays this month.

The Sanderson Sister's from Hocus Pocus, Winnie saying "All Hallows Eve has become a night of frolic!" and Mary response "Oh."

All Hallows Eve (Halloween)

Time to rot your teeth with all the sugary treats and play all the fun tricks you can, it's Halloween!

CLICK HERE to find out what this holiday is, ways you can celebrate, and even some fun facts.

Roz in The Wild Robot running with their duck son to get him to fly with the flock.

National Bird Migration Day -October 11th

This day comes twice a year, but in the fall, it is to say goodbye. It is National Bird Migration Day!

Take our bird quiz here on the main library page, or CLICK HERE to get all the birding facts and info you may need to start your own birding journey. And don't forget! The Calmar Library has its own birding kit for you to check out to help you on your way!

Fall Semester Hours: Calmar- Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday Closed / Peosta- Monday to Thursday 7 am to 8 pm, Friday 7 am to 5 pm, Saturday 9 am to 1 pm Sunday closed

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