About Spirit Week
With Halloween coming up during a difficult time in our history, we want to spread a little happiness and celebrate the season with a Halloween “spirit” week! Join us on social media for a socially distanced week of Halloween fun. Post a picture each day (or a day of your choosing) with the hashtag #MetroLibrarysGotSpirit. We will share your pictures in our story to spread a little happiness. Don’t be afraid to get creative and, as always, don’t be afraid to get literary.
- Sunday, Oct. 25 – Orange & Black Day
- Monday, Oct. 26 – Stripe Day
- Tuesday, Oct. 27 – Sports Day
- Wednesday, Oct. 28 – If I was on vacation, I’d wear..... (Since many have had to skip vacation this year, dress to indicate where you might have gone ie: I LOVE NYC t-shirt or a Hawaiian lei, etc)
- Thursday, Oct. 29 – Literary theme / book character / adopt a book or other Halloween costume
- Friday, Oct. 30 - Mask / PPE decorating or other Halloween costume
- Saturday, Oct. 31 – In memorial of your favorite dead famous person or other Halloween costume
Show us your spirit!
TO ENTER THE DRAWING:
- Share a photo wearing your spirit week gear on social media (Facebook, Twitter or Instagram) using the hashtag #MetroLibrarysGotSpirit.
Metro Library employees, volunteers and Commission members and their families are ineligible for this contest. ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 11:59 PM ON SATURDAY, OCT. 31, and the winner will be chosen at random. The winner will be contacted, and we will post the winner on our social media pages by Monday, NOV. 9, 2020. NOTE: Facebook messages or email messages may go into your "Other" or “Spam” folder and not your "Inbox" so if you win, keep your eyes open!
Good luck and thanks for being a Metropolitan Library System cardholder!
**This promotion does not have a connection with Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram in any way and is not sponsored, supported or organized by Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. The recipient of the information provided by you is not Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram but Metropolitan Library System. By entering this contest, you release Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram from all liability.
Upcoming Events
Celebrate Poetry Month by adding to our Community Poet-Tree! Throughout April, Almonte will grow our "Tree of Lanterns" by adding poetry "leaves". We'll have leaves and examples of poetry throughout the library.
Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!
Skull Detective: Guess Which Animal Skull is Which!
Come check out the display of 3D printed replicas of various animal skulls at the Ralph Ellison Library! Guess which animal each skull belongs to and bring your answers to a staff member at the desk for a prize!*
*while supplies last
Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature's Open Book, a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology!
Find clues around the library and learn fun facts about the Earth. Finish the hunt and get a small prize like a bracelet or highlighter.
Calling All Poets!
Let the shelves of books inspire you to craft your finest library-themed poem. All high school teens and adults are encouraged to participate. Contest guidelines are available at the Adult Reference Desk.
Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library!
Disclaimer(s)
We can only guarantee one kit per registration. Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed. Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.
Thank you for your help!
It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.
Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.