Latest News & Happenings
New Book Clubs Kits in 2026
We have added popular new titles to our Book Club Kits collection! Whether you need some reading ideas for your existing book club, or want to start a book club but don’t know what to read, we’ve got you covered! NCW Libraries offers more than 300 book club kits available for checkout to reading...
What to Read & Watch for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic oratory and writing were integral to the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. King wrote an open letter in April of 1963, just months before the signing of the Civil Rights Act in 1964, defining his nonviolent campaign and upending racial...
Virtual Series on Mindfulness
Join us in January for our three-part miniseries Reboot + Refresh with Mindfulness. With stress levels running high for so many, this series offers an accessible way to explore mindfulness, discover new stress-management tools, and find a bit more calm. It’s also a...
Kickstart Your New Year’s Resolutions with the Library
Are you making resolutions for the new year? Do you want to get healthier, improve your finances, find a better job, learn new things, or connect with others? We can help! The library has a wide range of physical and digital resources to help you improve your life....
Public Libraries, Partnerships, and How NCW Libraries Works
Public libraries are a public good. Libraries are places of belonging that strengthen communities and support people at every stage of life, from early learning and connection to education, work, and lifelong growth. Recently, questions have surfaced about how NCW...
Early Literacy Calendars Available
Learning to read begins before children start school. By helping your child develop early literacy skills now, it will make it easier for them to learn to read once they begin kindergarten. According to Every Child Ready to Read, a project of the Association for...
NCW Libraries Most Popular Digital Books of 2025
Screens lit up, headphones went on, and library cards got a workout! In 2025, NCW Libraries readers fully embraced digital reading and listening — discovering standout stories, insightful nonfiction, and audiobooks that made everyday moments a little better. Whether...
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