Join the American Swedish Historical Museum for a virtual program 11 a.m. July 29 to discover the magic and mystery of Scandinavian wildlife as part of our Tails and Tales summer reading program.

We’ll discuss the relationship between the Scandinavian people and the indigenous wildlife throughout history. Learn about the animals through folk art, tales, tradition and conservation.

We’ll explore the world of Swedish fauna - from Dala horses and enchanted creatures to the national animal, the moose. Learn about animal tracks and facts while we create our own interpretation of traditional crafts.

Request the Zoom link by emailing Ms. Santaliz at santaliz.l@whitehallpl.org. The program is limited to 30 kids.

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This year, the library will host a series of book talks for patrons ages 18 years and older. The talks will be 11 a.m. every other Wednesday - Aug. 4 and 18 - in the community room.

We’ll talk about anything you are currently reading.

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The Teen Advisory Board members meet 1:30-2:30 p.m. Aug. 14. All teens are welcome to join the group, which meets on the second Saturday of every month.

We’ll meet outside, if possible, or on Zoom if the weather doesn’t cooperate.

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There will be a Super Science and Amazing Art presentation 6 p.m. Aug. 19. Come help Crazy Cathy tell a scientific tale, and watch as we launch some tails into the sky.

There will be indoor and outdoor portions of this program, weather permitting.

The presentation is part of the ongoing Tails and Tales summer reading program.

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The library’s summer block party will be held 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 21 in the picnic area behind the library. Stop by for some summer games, food, laughs and fun!

The event is free and open to all.

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There will be a book sale 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 27 and 28 in the community room.

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We cannot accept book donations until after Sept. 7. We are in the process of clearing out items and cleaning up the community room.

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All patrons have access to all of our online databases. All you need is your purple library card and your PIN.

We can help you set up your account and enjoy these free information resources.

See the complete list at whitehallpl.org/research-learn.

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The inside book drop is now open. You may return items in the yellow book drop boxes outside in the parking lot or inside at the circulation desk.

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The current library hours are 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

We will continue curbside pickup until the end of December.

Patrons may come inside the library for one hour to browse the collection, select items to check out and use our copier. You can come in for two hours a day to use the public computers, which you’ll sign up for at the front desk.

If you have questions and need help, call the library at 610-432-4339 or check the website at whitehallpl.org.