Summer Reading Sidewalk Party: County
June 3 from 2-3pm we're kicking off an entire summer of fun at the County Library with a sidewalk party! Come see what amazing events we have planned, sign up for one of our Summer Reading Clubs, get a library card, enjoy a free popsicle, and so much more! This is a drop-in party so show up when you can and stay as long or as little as you like.
Video Game Tournament
As part of its "Oceans of Possibilities" Summer Reading Program, the County Library will host a Mario Kart Video Game Tournament on Thursday, June 9 at 3:30. Snacks will be served, and top finishers will receive trophies and gift cards. Register in-person at the County Library or online by clicking here.
Holiday Closure
The County Library will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, May 31. For the schedules of our other locations, please contact these libraries directly.
Strasburg Spanish Program
Beginning in June, the Strasburg Community Library and Walter Garcia-Meza will offer Free Spanish for Kids ages 7-11. For more information, including on how to preregister, contact the Strasburg Library or click here.
New Online Resource
As a Shenandoah County Library patron, you now have unrestricted Web access to the Washington Post, whether you are in the library or at home. To access the site from inside the library, simply click here and begin browsing. To access from home, click here and follow the instructions to browse the site for seven days. On the eighth day, revisit this offsite link to receive another seven day pass. Repeat as needed!
New Market Story Times
The New Market Area Library is excited to announce the resumption of children's story times! Books and Babies (for ages 0-3) will be held the first Friday of each month at 10 am. Preschool Storytime (for ages 3-5) will be held the third Friday of each month. CDC guidelines for masking and distancing will be followed, and the schedule is subject to change based on public health conditions.
Strasburg Preschool Storytimes
The Strasburg Community Library is pleased to announce the resumption of Preschool Storytimes every Thursday at 10:30 am. Join us as we enjoy stories, songs, and crafts. Masks are required to attend. For information on monthly themes, click here.
Amazon Smile
If you shop on Amazon.com it's easier than ever to support your Library! Just head over to Amazon Smile and search for "Friends of the Shenandoah County Library." Select them as your supported group, and that's it! Thanks for your support!
Storytime at the County Library
Ancestry at Home
The company behind Ancestry, the world's premier genealogical resource, is providing our users remote access while we remain closed to the public. All you need is a Shenandoah County library card to pursue your research from home. Click here to begin.
New Digital Resource
Instantly borrow digital movies, television shows, music, eBooks, and audiobooks--free with your Shenandoah County Library card! To begin, download the hoopla app from your favorite app store or visit www.hoopladigital.com.
Online Resources
Your Shenandoah County Library Card provides access to a world of reliable online information. Begin your exploration by clicking here.
May 2022 Multiple Copy Fiction
Place a hold now to get in line for these books by popular authors:
Multiple copies of each title will be here in May. Keep up with your favorite author, or find a great new book! You can also view Multiple Copy Fiction for the past 12 months.
June 2022 Multiple Copy Fiction
Place a hold now to get in line for these books by popular authors:
Multiple copies of each title will be here in June. Keep up with your favorite author, or find a great new book! You can also view Multiple Copy Fiction for the past 12 months.