Library Updates
Architecture at the Library
Every house, every restaurant, and every gas station is a work of art. It’s easy to forget that; our daily environment tends to fade into the background until something fantastic comes along and blindsides you. I’m an architecture nerd, so I try to find something special in every building I
July Staff Picks
Looking for a good summertime book? For library staff member Dennis, “summer means baseball” and he recommends checking out “The Baseball 100” by Joe Posnanski (796.357 Pos), which contains one expert’s pick for the 100 greatest players ever. And what else could evoke more summer vibes than the Beach Boys?
The Secrets of the 600s
Do you remember learning the Dewey Decimal System when you were in school? The library uses it to organize our nonfiction collections, but it can be a tricky beast. Outwardly simple, it organizes books by subject matter, and each subject has a number assigned so you know what order everything
Embracing the Summer Solstice at CDPL
The summer solstice has officially arrived, bringing with it longer days, warmer evenings, and the perfect excuse to dive into a good book. At the Crawfordsville District Public Library, we’re embracing the heart of the season with displays, programs, and activities that celebrate discovery, connection, and summertime curiosity. Our Summer
Park After Dark Night Hike
The Library Naturalist invites you to join us for the first Park After Dark Night Hike! This program will take place on Saturday, June 21, from 9 to 10:30 pm at Brickyard Nature Park (759 Concord Road). We will explore the trails with only a flashlight or glow stick! Don’t
Summer Reading Display
Summer Reading is in full swing at the Crawfordsville District Public Library! The “Color Our World” Summer Reading Challenge for adults is now available through July 8. We have a great display of books on the second floor for your summer reading challenge needs! While you can read anything you
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