Friends of the Library members present a donation to the North Webster Community Public Library to help subsidize non-resident library card fees. Pictured from left are Jean Whitenack, Bill Bryan, Elaine Coblentz, Jill Colwell, Mary Erb, Helen Frank, Keith Kuric, Barbara Fabyan and Amy Dennis. Photo provided by the library.

News Release

NORTH WEBSTER — Get ready for a library Black Friday deal you don’t want to miss. Thanks to a generous donation from the Friends of the Library, non-resident library card fees at North Webster Community Public Library are now 50% off.

Starting Nov. 1, while supplies last, non-resident cards are available for just $52.50, down from the usual $105 — a huge savings which makes this the perfect time to get your card or give the gift of library access to a loved one.

A North Webster library card gives the user full access to all NWCPL physical materials as well as online materials and e-books. Cardholders can also use their NWCPL non-resident card at any participating Evergreen library.

For a limited time, you can purchase these half-priced cards for yourself or as a gift certificate for someone special. It’s a fantastic way to share the joy of books, movies and other library resources this holiday season. But hurry; quantities are limited and gift certificates must be redeemed by Jan. 31, 2025.

Friends Of The Library

The Friends of the Library is a nonprofit organization. It supports the library through financial and volunteering efforts and are always working hard to make library services more accessible and affordable for the entire community.

FOL meets are regularly held at 10:30 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday of every month and the group is always looking to grow. For more information, email Amanda Demster at [email protected] or call the library at (574) 834-7122.

Weekly Library Events

The following activities are set to take place at North Webster Community Public Library. Attendees don’t need to have a library card to participate in any of these events. All programs are free, unless otherwise noted.

Adult Events

The adult craft class will be happening at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. This month’s craft features adorable 3D ribbon trees on a painted winter scene background. Class is free and all materials are provided, but registration is required.

The Citizen Science Club will be meeting at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13. Come learn ways to enjoy citizen science from the comfort of your own home, even during the cold winter months.

NWCPL will be hosting a free women’s self-defense class at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13. Steve Hanford of Lions Karate will be teaching tips and tricks to help you feel prepared and empowered in potentially unsafe situations. This class is open to all ages and skill levels. Register in advance by calling the library at (574) 834-7122.

Teen Events

Teens and tweens in grades 6-12 are invited to stop by the library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, for Teen Café. Hang out with friends, relax, enjoy snacks, make a craft, study, play board games or color. No registration required.

Interested in crafting? Come drop in and make something at the Teen Pop-Up Makerspace happening at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13. Use 3D pens, make friendship bracelets or even go old-school with perler beads. No registration required.

Come support your favorite fandom at NWCPL’s Teen Fandom Club, which will be meeting at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15. Enjoy crafts, games, snacks and more.

Children’s Events

Baby and toddler story time will be at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Join Miss Cathy for songs, stories and intentional play for children ages birth through 36 months. Wiggles are expected and visitors are always welcome.

Preschool story time will be meeting at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13. Mrs. Pam will be sharing stories, songs, finger plays and crafts. This event is geared toward children ages 3-6.

For more information, call (574) 834-7122, visit the library’s website nwcpl.org or the library’s Facebook page.