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he first and foremost would be the is staff. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. You are always greeted with a smile and a see you soon or thanks for dropping in as you leave. All of the staff are very knowledgeable on a number of subjects or authors. They are very willing to look up things for you to guide you in the right direction or to put in a request to order a book, cd, audiotape, movie and the list goes on.

Did you know that teens are an integral part of our library? Not only do we offer a space and a collection just for them, but they give back by helping us plan services, put on programs and choose materials. They do behind-scenes-work on some of our most successful programs, like Haunted Library, Stuffy Sleepovers and Free Comic Book Day. Staff are always glad to have a teen volunteer to help out during these busy programs.

If you have a project to work on or an exam to study for, check out our quiet seating areas and study rooms. There are several quiet areas on the third floor to sit and work, and if you want guaranteed peace you can book one of our two study rooms for a few hours. And of course there’s also free wi-fi! Just check the password at the Information Desk. Happy studying!

Soft grass under foot, your toes can grip and feel the earth. You are surrounded by the whisper of wind in the trees, the lull of lapping water, the songs of birds, the scurrying of small animals, and the symphony of the stream. The vista is beautiful and the air is fresh.

Graphic novels have, in the past, been regarded as just for children or only about superheroes. In reality their audience is as broad as can be imagined and their content as complex and emotive as any book or film in our library’s collection.

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what …

It’s Earth Day, time to reflect on our lives and habits and see if we can change something for the better. Change doesn’t have to be big to have impact. If you’re not sure how to be more green but you want to try, here are some resources that can help. Just click on a title to check for availability!

Earth Day is approaching! A good time of year to renew our efforts to be …

Did you know that St. Thomas Public Library offers a free income tax clinic? You may qualify! If your tax situation is simple and you make between $20,000 and $25,000 (single) or $30,000 and $35,000 (married), volunteers from the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program may be able to help you get those taxes filed! There are still a few weeks left before Income Tax is due at the end of April.

Have you ever wondered whether you absolutely HAD to take your car into the garage? …