Library Day 2025
Smiley Library is excited to announce Library Day 2025,happening on Saturday May 10th from 11-2! This year’s theme, “Drawn to the Library,” isa playful celebration of both the artistic spirit and the many reasons peopleare inspired to visit this vibrant community space. Whether you’re passionate about painting,curious about comics, eager to connect with others, or simply seeking awelcoming place to learn and grow – there’s something at AKSPL that drawseveryone in!
The festivities begin at 11 AM with a variety of creativeand engaging activities for all ages. Children will be delighted by face painting, balloon animals, and avisit from a real RFD fire truck! Outdoor games like sack races and beanbag toss will keep the energyhigh, while inside, patrons can explore the latest additions to our video gamescollection, or browse the selection of circulating artwork which can be checkedout just like a book!
From 11 to 2 PM, enjoy the lively sounds of Blue Hwy, backagain to fill the air with music as families, friends, and neighbors celebrateLibrary Day.
At 11:30 AM, food will begin to be served by In n Out, HappyCamper Creamery, and Nicho’s Ice Cream – complimentary, while supplies last!
While the event will wind down around 2 PM, the fun doesn’tstop there as there are many things to do and see in the library itself. Check out our Eagle Cam station to see howthe birds are doing, or check out some games, music CDs, DVDs, and more! Additionally, there will be a Smiley Liveconcert the afternoon of the 10th, starting at 3 PM: “The AutoharpRedefined by: Bryan Bowers” so be sure to stick around! We hope to see you there – and remember thatwhether for art, learning, or community, there’s always a reason to be Drawn tothe Library.
LIBRARY DAY AT A GLANCE
11 AM – 2 PM: Games, Activities, Face Painting, Balloons,and More! (Smiley Park, Assembly Room)
11 AM – 2 PM: Live music by “Blue Hwy”!
11:30 – In N Out Burger, Happy Camper Creamery, and Nicho’sIce Cream (Smiley Park, while supplies last)
