2nd-3rd Story Time sessions are the second Wednesday of every month at 10:00 am CST or 12:00 pm CST.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023: Dwight D. Eisenhower, The 34th President — As a general during WWII, Dwight D. Eisenhower planned a huge attack and helped win the war. How did Eisenhower's experience in the military shape his two terms as president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Eisenhower's early life, his achievements as president, and the many ways he is remembered today.
OCTOBER 11, 2023: The Marvelous Things That Came from a Spring — One day, a spring fell from the desk of Richard James, an engineer and a dreamer. Its coils took a walk…and so did Richard’s imagination. He knew right away that he had stumbled onto something marvelous, something that would become one of the most popular toys in American history.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023: Magic Ramen — Inspiration struck when Momofuku Ando spotted the long lines for a simple bowl of ramen following World War II. Magic Ramen tells the true story behind the creation of one of the world's most popular foods.
DECEMBER 13, 2023: Eloise at Christmastime — It's Christmastime in New York and Eloise is warm & cozy in her apartment at the Plaza Hotel but as usual, the lively young lady's high energy creates havoc with the other guests and staff of the hotel.
JANUARY 10, 2024: Ruby Bridges — The extraordinary true story of Ruby Bridges, the first Black child to integrate a New Orleans school. This book explores an amazing moment in history and celebrates the courage of a young girl who stayed strong in the face of racism.
FEBRUARY 14, 2024: The Relatives Came — Relatives came & the weeks of their visit are filled with lots of hugs, snuggled sleeps, eating good food, playing outside, and more! This warm recounting of a family visit and the lively illustrations that accompany it sweetly convey the excitement, well-being, and nostalgia that come with a visit from relatives.
MARCH 13, 2024: Goodnight Astronaut — Scott Kelly was born for adventure. But exploring takes a lot of energy— and sleep is the super fuel to turbocharge dreams. Luckily, sleeping can be exciting if you're drifting off in the right place. Join Scott on his many adventures, and maybe they'll inspire dreams of your own!
APRIL 10, 2024: The Little Aces: A Golf Story — During one of the brothers' typical golf games, Julian's golf ball mysteriously disappears. Julian and Eli, determined not to derail their game, set out to find the ball. Follow the brothers as they try to solve the mystery.