Elevator Modernization Update:
Thank you for being patient with us during our recent elevator modernization. Replacing these aging parts ensures that our library will be accessible for many more years. Thank you to all the staff and Friends of the Library who helped deliver books to our patrons through our curbside pick-up service. With the elevator now operating again, McCord will no longer offer curbside pick-up.
Here’s a collection of photos of the process!
Fall Book Sale
The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale will take place from October 13-18. The book sale will take place during McCord’s regular business hours. We only accept cash or check payments. Saturday is $1 bag day.
Spice Club is Back!
Sign up for the 2025 McCord Spice Club. Each month participants will receive a sample of that month’s featured spice, along with a printed packet full of recipes and information featuring the spice.
To receive the November spice, register no later than October 30.
Spices are ready the second week of each month. October spice will be ready for pick-up October 13.
WQLN STREAM Machine
October 8 @ 4:00
Ages 4-8 ONLY
Pre-Registration Required, WQLN can only work with this age group this time, younger siblings can not participate. They are welcome in the library proper but not at this program. Please plan accordingly. We will have other activities available for younger siblings.
Youth Art Show
Submission Drop off: Oct. 27-30
Guidelines
- Limited to 1 entry per person
- Open to Grades Pre-K through 6th Grade
- Must be 2-D artwork
- Please include a black matt with artwork
- For chalk/pastel entries, please apply a fixative to keep from smudging
Youth Art Show Opening November 6 @ 5:00-6:30
Story Time Puppet Show with Craft
November 1 @ 11:00 – 12:00
All Ages
Help us welcome Amber and her puppet Mazi as they come and read us a story and make some crafts with us!
Family STEM Program
October 4 @ 11:00
Paper Chain Challenge. Families have 30 minutes to make the longest chain from supplies provided.
Read and Create
Wednesdays at 4:00
Grades K-5
Join us after school from 4-4:30 each Wednesday for an interactive program for kids in grades K-5! We’ll enjoy a read-aloud followed by themed activities, games, or crafts based on the book. Connect with others as we share a love of reading, spark creativity, and add in some STEM skills, too!
The first meeting of each month features a “Book vs. Movie” showdown where we read a book, watch a short clip, and play a game to test your knowledge!
(No need to have seen the full movie.)
STEAM Club
Mondays at 4:00
Ages 6+
Join us every first Monday of the month for STEAM Club. We will have activities available such as Beebots, Marble Runs, Legos, and more! Parent must stay within earshot of child if child is under 12.
Teen “Crafternoon”
Saturday, Oct. 4 @ 1:00 & Thurs. Oct 16 @ 3:30
Join us at one of our two sessions and learn how to make your own Viking helmets!
No Graphic Novel Club in October Grades 6-8
Take and Make Kits
Ask at the front desk for a kit. For all ages to take home and create!
Viking Long Ships
Harry Potter Trivia Night
October 7 @ 6:00
Ages 16+
Think you know your Hogwarts trivia?
Join us for Harry Potter Trivia Night on Tuesday, October 7 at 6:00 PM!
Teams must preregister and can consist of up to 6 players. Team members must be 16 years or older. Anyone 13–15 years of age may join if they have an adult on their team. Costumes are welcome to show off your house pride!
McCord Memorial Library Association Meeting
October 29 @ 7:00pm
Members of the McCord Library Association are welcome to attend our annual summary of the library! All North East residents are welcome to join the Library Association.
Dial-A-Story
New story every week!
October Stories:
- 10/05- Itty Bitty Betty Blob
- 10/12- Magic For Sale
- 10/19- We Are Definitely Human
- 10/26- Into The Goblin Market
What is Dial-A-Story?
Dial-a-Story is a library program that is available 24/7! Call 814-347-8318 to hear a story read to you. Stories are available in English and Spanish. English stories change weekly and the Spanish story changes monthly.
Call as many times as you want!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ask for a bag and registration form at the main desk.
For each 100 books you read, receive a sticker and move your name along the tracker wall located downstairs by the elevator. Receive a free book when you reach 1,000 books!
After every 100 books parents or guardians can take a picture by the milestone posters.
Library Hours
MONDAY—THURSDAY
9:30 – 7:00
CLOSED FRIDAY
SATURDAY 9:00 – 4:00
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