July Newsletter

The word "JULY" is written in the sand at the beach during sunset, with gentle waves in the background.

 

Director's Corner,

 

Happy 250 Year Birthday!  On July 4, 2026, the United States is officially celebrating its semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  This historic milestone honors two and a half centuries of the American experiment, marked by celebration and historical reflections.  Take a moment, reflect and have an all American hot dog with blueberry pie.  Whatever you do, have a fantastic day.

 

Our Summer Reading Program has started.  If you have not had the opportunity to get signed up yet, don’t worry, there is still lots of time.  Stop in and we can get you started.  We have lots of prizes that need to be awarded.  Our sponsors for this year are:  A la Mode Ice Cream and More, Country Mill, Culvers of Charlotte, Dairy Queen of Charlotte, Eaton Theatre, Edru Skate, Family, Farm and Home, Franks/BP, Funtyme Adventure Park, Joe’s Gizzard City, Nutrition Coop, Pizza Hut of Charlotte, Taco Bell, Yarn Garden and Zap Zone XL.  Thank you so much for your support of our Summer Reading Program.  The Potterville community and I really appreciate you kindness.

 

If you have not stopped in lately, come and take a look at our four new Computer Stations.  The early literacy wall will be installed later this month.  There are lots of things going on at your library, including our fabulous Paige is back until September. Stop in and say hi when you get the chance!

 

I quick thank you to everyone who supported the Friends of the Library at Gizzard Fest.  It was great to see so many people out enjoying all of the rides, food and crafts.  Another very successful Gizzard Fest weekend.

 

What is on my nightstand?  I am just finishing up “Caller Unknown” by  Gillian McAllister.  If you like a real thriller from the beginning to the end, this is the book for you.  I totally enjoyed it.  Next up, Paul Doiron’s “Storm Tide”.  Game warden Mike Bowditch investigates a series of killings during a life-changing year.  To protect his family, Mike must work to uncover who’s behind the killings and stop them before he becomes their next victim.

 

Have a safe and wonderful July.  Happy Reading!

 

 

LuAnn

A cat watches colorful fireworks from a window during twilight, with a city skyline illuminated in the background.

The Dog of the Month!

Each month we will pick a dog to put in our enewsletter. You can send them to us through messenger or comment on our Facebook post with their name.   We have received a number of entries already. 

 

Meet Blaze!  Our Library Dog for July!                                                                    

A happy dog wearing a colorful bandana sits on a mat in a kitchen, looking excited and playful.

 

Potter Park Zoo's "Zoo Days" on July 7 & 8 features $2 admission and free parking, highlighted by a kangaroo.

Potter Park Zoo Days!

Join Potter Park Zoo on July 7 & 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for one of their biggest summer events of the year!

Enjoy $2 admission and FREE parking while exploring all that the Zoo has to offer. Whether it’s your first visit or a summer tradition, Zoo Days is the perfect time to make memories, learn about wildlife, and celebrate summer at the zoo.

 

 

Promotional image for a summer reading program titled "Unearth a Story," running from June 22 to August 8 featuring a triceratops.

 Introducing our 2026 Summer Reading Program "Unearth a Story"!

Our Summer Reading Program is roaring through! It started June 22nd and will go until August 8th.  We still have many events planned for you to enjoy and prizes for you to win!  We have Kaylee with Digging into History, some Bubbly fun, and a rocking show with Ben Jammin!

You can still sign up now to win prizes and see these amazing events! Come in, sign up, and let's stomp our way through this fun summer!

Events:

The  2026 Summer Reading Program  for Children, Teens and Adults begins June 22nd thru August 8th  10:30am and will be located at the Imagination Station Pavilion.

July 7th- Digging into History with Kaylee, Paige and Samantha!

July 14th-A2 Magic Show!

July 21st- Ben Jammin!   

July 28th-Bubble Party! 

August 4th-Foam Party *Dress for wet conditions*!

 

 

 Join the Governor's Summer Reading Road Trip Today!

A summer reading challenge with five activities, including reading and journaling, promoted by the Office of the Governor.

Get ready for a summer of fun with the Summer Reading  Road Trip! The program is open to residents of Michigan who are under 18 years of age.   For more infomation on this program click this link: 

 https://somgovweb.state.mi.us/SummerReading/Rules.pdf 

To sumbit your form click this link:

 Michigan.gov/SummerReadingRoadTrip or scan the QR code to send in your submission!

Pick up a form here at the library for Stop #1 with Start Your Engines!

 

 

"Christmas in July" sock and underwear drive: July 6-31 for local kids (0-18). Seeking new, packaged items. Support the community!

Please help us fill the tote!  It is right inside the library doors.  Thank you for your support.

 

Introducing Yoto!

The image promotes Yoto devices available for checkout at the Pottersville Benton Township District Library.

 

 

 These activities are available with your Library card. Check them out!

Zap Zone XL offers $5 off wristbands for Woodlands Coop Library members. Show your library card at purchase. Location: Lansing, MI.
The image promotes Eaton Theatre, offering Charlotte library members 50 cents off popcorn. Address and website included.
Image promotes a 20% discount at Launch Family Entertainment for Woodlands Library members, detailing pricing and package options.
The image promotes discounted Detroit Zoo tickets for Woodlands Library Cooperative members, featuring a purchase link.
Special ticket offers for Detroit Pistons games during the 2025-26 season for Woodlands Library patrons. Details online!
Eastern Michigan University Theatre offers $5 off tickets for 2025-26 productions: Big Love, Proof, The Lightning Thief, Our Town.
Visit The Petting Farm for seasonal fun, animal encounters, and a playground! Discounts for Woodlands Library Co-Op members.
Munn Ice Arena offers $6 admission for Woodlands Coop library members with a library card. Valid until Sept. 7, 2026.
Library members get $2 off tickets at Michigan Theatre. Show your card or use code LIBRARY2 online. Scan for details!
Jaxon's Playhouse offers Jackson Public Library members $3 off admission (up to 6 kids) or 20% off a birthday package.
Details about Michigan's Military Heritage Museum, admission rates, hours, and contact info for Jackson District Library members.
Image promotes a special offer for Monroe County Library members at Wine & Canvas and Cookies & Canvas in Toledo, Ohio.
Voucher for Woodlands Library members: get 1 free non-alcoholic drink at Kellogg Arena events. Expires 12/31/2026.
Zap Zone XL offers $5 off wristbands for Woodlands Coop Library members. Show your library card at purchase. Location: Lansing, MI.
The image promotes Eaton Theatre, offering Charlotte library members 50 cents off popcorn. Address and website included.
Image promotes a 20% discount at Launch Family Entertainment for Woodlands Library members, detailing pricing and package options.
The image promotes discounted Detroit Zoo tickets for Woodlands Library Cooperative members, featuring a purchase link.
Special ticket offers for Detroit Pistons games during the 2025-26 season for Woodlands Library patrons. Details online!
Eastern Michigan University Theatre offers $5 off tickets for 2025-26 productions: Big Love, Proof, The Lightning Thief, Our Town.
Visit The Petting Farm for seasonal fun, animal encounters, and a playground! Discounts for Woodlands Library Co-Op members.
Munn Ice Arena offers $6 admission for Woodlands Coop library members with a library card. Valid until Sept. 7, 2026.
Library members get $2 off tickets at Michigan Theatre. Show your card or use code LIBRARY2 online. Scan for details!
Jaxon's Playhouse offers Jackson Public Library members $3 off admission (up to 6 kids) or 20% off a birthday package.
Details about Michigan's Military Heritage Museum, admission rates, hours, and contact info for Jackson District Library members.
Image promotes a special offer for Monroe County Library members at Wine & Canvas and Cookies & Canvas in Toledo, Ohio.
Voucher for Woodlands Library members: get 1 free non-alcoholic drink at Kellogg Arena events. Expires 12/31/2026.

 

 

 

Colorful yarn, crochet hooks, and stitch markers under "Fiber Arts Club" text.

Fiber Arts Club!

Ever wanted to learn a how to crochet, but never knew how or where to start? Well look no further! We are introducing a Fiber Arts Club! Learn how to do the basics of crocheting.  It's for all beginners and even the people who are skilled! Come in each Tuesday afternoon at 4:00 to check it out.  

 

 

 

The image shows a colorful quilt featuring geometric patterns in warm colors like red, orange, and yellow with contrasting blue accents.

 Look at how to make this Bargello Quilt at Craft and Hobby's website!

Check out Crafts and Hobby's website for new designs all year round!

Click here to start crafting!

To get started use your 14 digit barcode to login and see all those crafts!

Discover your crafting abilities with step by step tutorials and videos. For example, you can learn to cake decorate like a pro, crochet until you have 15 little squares, or do some woodworking, so you can add that last finishing touch. Let's get started!

 

 

Colorful LEGO bricks with animated figures building, and text "LEGO CLUB."

Viking Lego Club

Viking Lego Club is DONE FOR THE SUMMER!   We will see you back in the fall!

 

Rhythm and Rhyme Story Time

Illustration of two cute lions beside a stack of colorful books with "Story Time" text.

Attention Parents of Toddlers!!

 Story time will be back in the fall! Hope to see you then!

 

The Happy Bookers: BookAholics Book Club

The image features the book cover for "Keeper of Lost Children" by Sadeqa Johnson, depicting a child looking through an arch.

The Book Club is back in session and they are reading  "Keeper of Lost Children" by Sadeqa Johnson. If you are interested, please plan on attending the meeting on Wednesday, July 8th  at 3:00 PM right at the library or call us at 645-2989 for more details. We hope to see you there!

 

The Well Read Shed

The Well Read Shed has opened for 2026.  There was a lot of great donations that came in over the winter.  Come and check it out!

A small shed with shelves of books for sale, labeled "Well Read Book Shed."

 

 

New Books in the Adult Section

The image features the book "Into the Blue" by Emma Brodie, described as a love story with a cosmic theme.
The image features the book cover for "The Final Target" by Nora Roberts, showcasing red roses against a green background.
The image features the book cover for "A Fortune of Sand" by Ruta Sepetys, showcasing an Art Deco design.
The image features the book cover of "Look What You Made Me Do" by John Lanchester, with striking typography and floral elements.
Book cover for "A Pair of Aces" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray, showcasing elegant characters and a dramatic setting.
The image features a book cover titled "The Perfect Marriage" by Jeneva Rose, focusing on themes of intrigue and betrayal.
The image features the book "The Perfect Divorce" by Jeneva Rose, with a striking design hinting at dark themes.
The image is a book cover titled "The Divorce" by Frieda McFadden, featuring a couple dancing on a pink background.
The image features a book cover titled "The Housemaid's Wedding" by Frieda McFadden, with a dark, mysterious aesthetic.
The image features the cover of "The Rainy Day Bookshop," a novel by RaeAnne Thayne, showcasing a charming bookstore scene.
The image features the book "Into the Blue" by Emma Brodie, described as a love story with a cosmic theme.
The image features the book cover for "The Final Target" by Nora Roberts, showcasing red roses against a green background.
The image features the book cover for "A Fortune of Sand" by Ruta Sepetys, showcasing an Art Deco design.
The image features the book cover of "Look What You Made Me Do" by John Lanchester, with striking typography and floral elements.
Book cover for "A Pair of Aces" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray, showcasing elegant characters and a dramatic setting.
The image features a book cover titled "The Perfect Marriage" by Jeneva Rose, focusing on themes of intrigue and betrayal.
The image features the book "The Perfect Divorce" by Jeneva Rose, with a striking design hinting at dark themes.
The image is a book cover titled "The Divorce" by Frieda McFadden, featuring a couple dancing on a pink background.
The image features a book cover titled "The Housemaid's Wedding" by Frieda McFadden, with a dark, mysterious aesthetic.
The image features the cover of "The Rainy Day Bookshop," a novel by RaeAnne Thayne, showcasing a charming bookstore scene.

 

New Books in the Juvenile Section

An illustrated book cover titled "The Academy," featuring a boy named Leo in a sports jersey, standing in a vibrant cityscape.
The image features the cover of "The Academy II: Premier League" by T.Z. Layton, showcasing a soccer player in a vibrant city.
A vibrant book cover featuring a boy named Leo, soccer, and the Eiffel Tower, titled "The Academy III: Tournament of Champions."
The image features a book cover titled "The Academy IV: Title Fight" by T.Z. Layton, showcasing a dynamic character in action.
The image features a vibrant book cover titled "The Academy V: Cup of Nations" by T.Z. Layton, depicting a young soccer player in a cityscape.
Book cover for "The Academy VI: Rise of the Scorpions" by T.Z. Layton, featuring a boy named Leo in a dynamic sports scene.
An illustrated book cover titled "The Academy," featuring a boy named Leo in a sports jersey, standing in a vibrant cityscape.
The image features the cover of "The Academy II: Premier League" by T.Z. Layton, showcasing a soccer player in a vibrant city.
A vibrant book cover featuring a boy named Leo, soccer, and the Eiffel Tower, titled "The Academy III: Tournament of Champions."
The image features a book cover titled "The Academy IV: Title Fight" by T.Z. Layton, showcasing a dynamic character in action.
The image features a vibrant book cover titled "The Academy V: Cup of Nations" by T.Z. Layton, depicting a young soccer player in a cityscape.
Book cover for "The Academy VI: Rise of the Scorpions" by T.Z. Layton, featuring a boy named Leo in a dynamic sports scene.

 

New Books in the Children's Section

A colorful book cover titled "The Lonely Lighthouse," telling the story of Little Sable Point Lighthouse, by Stephanie Owen.
The image features the cover of the book "Bear for a Day" by Corey R. Tabor, showcasing a bear riding a motorcycle.
A colorful book cover featuring the Cat in the Hat, promoting a fun way to learn the 50 U.S. states by Dr. Seuss.
The image features the book "We Are Mighty" by Sharon McMahon, highlighting 12 ordinary Americans making a difference. Illustrated by Susanna Chapman.
A colorful book cover titled "The Lonely Lighthouse," telling the story of Little Sable Point Lighthouse, by Stephanie Owen.
The image features the cover of the book "Bear for a Day" by Corey R. Tabor, showcasing a bear riding a motorcycle.
A colorful book cover featuring the Cat in the Hat, promoting a fun way to learn the 50 U.S. states by Dr. Seuss.
The image features the book "We Are Mighty" by Sharon McMahon, highlighting 12 ordinary Americans making a difference. Illustrated by Susanna Chapman.

 

New Titles in Yoto!

Look at out new titles for our Yoto Mini Players! Check them out to listen to your favorite kids books.

The image shows a collection of book covers, including titles from "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," "Harry Potter," and "Magic Poppins."

New Vox Books in the Children's Section

New offerings at the library! Check out the read along Vox books that help them to start reading on their own.

A collection of six children's books featuring whimsical stories about animals and adventures.

 

Kanopy

Text reads "Kanopy: Thoughtful Entertainment" over a collage of film and documentary posters.

 

Ever get bored watching the same shows and movies when you wish you had something new to watch? Well say goodbye to boredem and hello to kanopy!

Kanopy is a service here at the library for everyone to use. With over 31,000 movies to choose from you can find something new to watch every day!

All you need to do is go to PBTDL.kanopy.com

Enter your library card number and if necessary, your password/Pin.

Then create your account to start watching!

Every month you get 25 tickets to watch any movie you want!

So what are you doing still being bored? Go to kanopy and start watching some fabulous movies!

 

 

Libby

 

Important News!
The groups of OverDrive consortia that are participating in the statewide reciprocal borrowing agreement keeps growing. 

Collage of magazine covers promoting Libby app for free access to 5,000+ digital magazines.

 

To add partner libraries to your Libby app:

Tap on the Libby logo in the center 

Select Menu
Select Add Library

Search for one of the Partner Libraries (listed below)
Select Sign In With My Card
Under Partner Libraries select Your Local Public Library
Enter your Card Number and PIN
Select Next
Repeat process until all Partner Libraries have been added


Partner libraries are: Lakeland Digital Library, Suburban Library Cooperative, Download Destination, Great Lakes Digital Libraries, Midwest Collaborative for Library Services, Up North Michigan Consortium, Woodlands Downloadable Library, White Pine Library Cooperative, and Metro Net Library Consortium.

 

hoopla

A collage of various media covers (movies, music, books) with the logo "hoopla" overlaying it.

Check out hoopla. If you are looking for a comic book, ebook, eaudiobook, music or a movie, you can download it in a minute. If you have not used it before, come and we would be glad to help you get started.

 

Around the Community

 

The image features the phrase "Zoo in Your Neighborhood" with illustrations of animals and nature, resembling an open book.

Don’t forget, we now offer FREE passes to The Potter Park Zoo. This covers free entry for your household and free parking. Be sure to treat your family to a fun filled day at the zoo!

Click here for their upcoming events. 

 

 

 

The image features the logo for "Impression 5," likely related to a creative or educational space for exploration and experimentation.

Great news! We have teamed up with Impression 5 Science Center!! We now have a day pass that you can check out for a family of 4. Your family is going to love it! To learn more, click here. 

 We will be closed Saturday, July 4th for Independence day! Have  great weekend everyone!

 

Library Days and Hours

Monday 12:30 - 5:30

Tuesday 10:00 - 6:00

Wednesday 12:30-6:00

Thursday 12:30 - 5:30

Friday 12:30 - 5:30

Saturday 10:00 - 1:00

Sunday CLOSED

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