In-library storytimes are back Wednesday, Sept. 15!

We are excited to announce the return of storytimes at the library! Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 15 we will have two storytimes each week. Both of these storytimes are intended to help young kids develop skills needed to be ready to read and succeed in school.

Early Literacy Storytime (for ages 3 - 5) | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays This storytime includes reading, playing and creating together. Each storytime will include listening to stories, doing activities like special crafts, socialization with other kids and more.
Baby Boost Storytime (for ages 0 - 2 & an adult) | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Fridays | This storytime is especially for babies and their adult. Together we well read, move and play to help baby build fundamental literacy skills and to give parents the tools they need to help keep baby learning and growing at home.

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1. Patron loan limit increased!

You can now check out as many as 50 materials at a time. That's right! We increased our loan limit, so patrons can check out 50 items including 15 DVDs! Questions? Chat with us at the service desk in the library or email us at askus@westfargond.gov.

The Library is Closed Monday, Sept. 6 for Labor Day

2. Reminder: WFPL closed Monday, Sept. 6 for Labor Day; Sunday hours resume Sunday, Sept. 12

The West Fargo Public Library will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 6. The following week, the library resumes Sunday hours. Beginning Sunday, Sept. 12, the West Fargo Public Library will be open Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.

3. NEW: Binge Boxes!

Our new BINGE BOX collection let's you check out a handful of movies in one convenient DVD case. These curated boxes include collections like:

Masters of Horror: Stephen King (a collection of Stephen King films, like Carrie and The Shining)
Unwrap the Classics (a collection of classic Christmas films, like A Christmas Story)
You'll Ugly Cry (a collection of movies guaranteed to make you emotional like P.S. I Love You)
and MANY MORE!

Come browse our Binge Boxes at the library or check out our catalog at westfargolibrary.org to place a hold! Binge Boxes are located on the lower level of the library near the other DVDs.

Book Bundles are back!

Patrons can place a hold for a bundle of books and/or audiobooks using our Book Bundles Request Form. Patrons must be sure to fill out the age of the reader, type of media they'd like included and what category. Book Bundles will include three to five items for patrons to enjoy! To pick up a Book Bundle, patrons can follow the same steps outlined at westfargolibrary.org/bookbundles for in-library or curbside pickup.

Little Red Reading Bus Tintes Park stop continues through the fall!

Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 7, the Little Red Reading Bus will be stopping at Tintes Park every Tuesday from 4 - 5 p.m. People of all ages are invited to come join us to read, play and create together.

REMINDERS:

Bring your WFPL Library Card to check out books from the route.
Return any books from the WFPL or Little Red Reading Bus at bus stops, at the library or at one of our off-site book returns, like the one at Cash Wise.
The Little Red Reading Bus now has free wi-fi. No password required!

Now taking reservations for library meeting rooms

The public can now reserve meeting rooms at the West Fargo Public Library. This service was paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic but resumed Monday, June 21.
At this time, the library has two meeting rooms that the public can reserve. Those interested in reserving a meeting room at the library can view more information, review reservation policies and fill out the library’s meeting room reservation form at https://westfargolibrary.org/687/Meeting-Rooms.

Library Seeking Volunteer Technology Coaches

Volunteers needed for technology coaching Fall 2021

We are looking for some technologically savvy folks to help guide adult library patrons as they learn and develop basic technology skills like setting up social media or email accounts, basic computer or smartphone use, downloading and using apps and websites, and streaming or downloading e-books and audiobooks.

Interested? Fill out our no-commitment interest form.

Looking for your next great read?

Check out these two great resources for reading recommendations.

Beanstack

Beanstack is not only a tool for tracking reading hours and participating in library challenges. Beanstack also can help you find your next great read! Check out the "recommendations" tab, which allows you to view staff-curated books lists. You can also read reviews from other library patrons or submit your own reviews of your favorite reads!

NovelList

NovelList is a reading recommendation service that is now connected directly with the WFPL catalog! Now, when you are searching for a book in our catalog, you can see other similar book suggestions, learn series information and see ratings and reviews! NoveList also supplies reading recommendation articles, book discussion guides, curricular connection ideas and "what to read next" lists for patrons.

One Book, One Community metro-wide reading challenge now available on Beanstack

The Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo One Book, One Community program is in full swing! This year's read is "Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians but Were Afraid to Ask" by Anton Treuer. Readers can join the challenge at westfargolibrary.beanstack.org. Keep an eye on the West Fargo Public Library calendar at westfargolibrary.org for programs related to this year's One Book, One Community topic too.

One Book, One Community 2021 Reading Challenge