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October is here, and Halloween will wrap up the end of the month. It’s a perfect time to dive into spooky reads that are not so scary. Are you looking […]

It’s the perfect time to talk with kids about kindness, empathy, and standing up for others. Whether you’re looking for a story that starts the conversation or one that shows […]

We invite you to see the gardens at Seymour Library through the eyes of our gardeners. Every day, a team of dedicated volunteers comes in early in the morning to […]

Cozy up this September! It’s back to school and back to the books. This month, the Read More Reading Challenge is “Read a Cozy Mystery.” What makes a book a […]

From 1876 to 2026, Seymour Library has gone through a lot of changes! As we continue to celebrate the Library’s Sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary), we want to take a moment and […]

Whether your child is starting kindergarten or preparing for graduation, Seymour Library offers resources to support learning, creativity, and lifelong curiosity. Your library card can pave the path to a […]

Sports romance is having a moment. The shows Heated Rivalry and Off Campus have garnered newfound interest into this romance sub-genre. So what makes a sports romance? Essentially, sports romance […]

Even with summer in full swing, library staff are busy planning for fall, and we are too excited not to share the highlights from the upcoming season!  Here is a […]

Calling all DINOSAUR ENTHUSIASTS! Discover Summer and Unearth a Story at Seymour Library, July 6 through August 15, and join us for a dinosaur-themed adventure filled with storytimes, STEAM programs, […]

June is Rainbow Book Month! Check out these Rainbow Reads for Teens! Rainbow Book Month™ is a nationwide celebration of the authors and writings that reflect the lives and experiences […]

Try all of the colors of the reading rainbow at Seymour Library! These favorite reads from our dedicated staff cover everything from contemporary romance to fantasy to graphic novels and […]

Battling a child who’d rather do anything but read? You’re not alone. Miss Jill has tips and tricks to help you encourage your children to discover the love of reading. […]

Sesquicentennial!  It’s the 150th anniversary of Seymour Library this year!  Seymour Library was established through a bequest in the will of local banker James Seymour.  The articles of incorporation establishing […]

This year, we’re celebrating National Library Week by giving you a behind-the-scenes look at some of our “invisible” work. Collection Maintenance We circulate a lot of books throughout the year […]

Thank you to everyone who submitted their poetry for the library’s 2026 Poetry Contest. We have loved reading your poems! Thank you for sharing your library memories and the reasons […]

Where can you find FREE programs designed to spark creativity and inspire DIYers of all ages? Seymour Library, of course! Connect with fellow poets, gardeners, and crafters this spring at […]

Sharing the library love was like peanut butter and jelly, or as Forrest Gump would say, like peas and carrots. Well, we all know life is like a box of […]

Thank you to everyone who has helped us fill Seymour Library with LOVE this February! From writing a favorite library memory on a Post-it and sharing it on our “Library […]

Black History Month is a time to honor the extraordinary legacy of Black Americans, and every great journey starts with a single step — in this case, a single page. […]

It’s game on in the courts and at the library! Back by popular demand, March Reading Madness Returns for another season at Seymour Library! That’s right—we’re hosting a week-long Tournament […]

This year, Seymour Library – incorporated in May 1876 — is celebrating its 150th anniversary. A Legacy Takes Root Seymour Library’s story began with an act of civic generosity.  In […]

Romantasy became one of the biggest trends of 2025 (and a featured segment of our 2025 Summer Reading Guide!) with books and series often promoted and shared on TikTok and […]

Like walkin’ in the rain and the snow. When there’s nowhere to go… Actually, there is! Stop into Seymour Library, it’s FREE! Sign up for a card if you don’t […]

Calling all poets! In celebration of Seymour Library’s 150th Anniversary, this year’s poetry contest invites participants to share their Library Love through verse. Share a favorite memory of your local […]