Park Falls Public Library

06/14/2026

Chilly Wisconsin summer day = cozy reading time!
What are you currently enjoying?

06/14/2026

🇺🇸 It's Flag Day! 🇺🇸

What we know fondly as the “Stars and Stripes” was adopted by the Continental Congress as the official American flag on June 14, 1777, during the Revolutionary War. Colonial troops fought under many different flags with various symbols—rattlesnakes, pine trees, and eagles—and slogans—”Don’t Tread on Me,” “Liberty or Death,” and “Conquer or Die,” to name a few.

The Declaration of Independence made the adoption of an American flag necessary. Previously, each colony or special interest had its own flag.

On that 14th of June, Congress made the Flag Resolution of 1777, stating: “The flag of the United States shall be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white, with a union of thirteen stars of white on a blue field …” The official announcement of the new flag was not made until Sept. 3, 1777.

”Flag Day” has been celebrated as a patriotic occasion for many decades, but President Woodrow Wilson made the observance official on May 30, 1916, by a presidential proclamation.
https://www.almanac.com/content/flag-day-celebration-american-flag

06/12/2026

Patrons, Please be very careful when entering the children's area of the Park Falls Library as we have a nesting dinosaur and she needs calm and quiet while guarding her eggs.

06/12/2026

It's a new week with more free program oppurtunities for kids at the Park Falls Library. Our events for the week of June 14th - 20th are as follows:

06/12/2026

Today we acknowledge the passing of much loved children's author Jane Yolen, who passed away on June 11, 2026 at the age of 87. Ms. Yolan authored over 400 books and is often dubbed "the Hans Christian Andersen of America," her award-winning works range from beloved picture books and poetry to celebrated fantasy novels and historical fiction. Her "How Do Dinosaurs" picture book series is a favorite of young children and caregivers around the world.

06/11/2026

Once again Randy Peterson blew in from Green Bay to share his love of storytelling and music with the kids at the Park Falls Library. Everyone had a great time listening and taking part in Randy's fun performance. A huge thank you goes out to Vijay and Jeni Shinde for fully sponsoring this event once again for us. The community support we receive is unbelievable and is never taken for granted. Randy, himself, even commented about how much he loves our venue and the great audiences that we host.

06/09/2026

Do you have a "dinosaur dream"? Something so big that others might call it impossible? Today author BJ Hollars encouraged his audience to hold tight to those dreams and to never let go. Whether it be exploring Montana for actual dinosaur fossils, winning a gold medal or flying to the moon, our dreams are possible with a little luck and a lot of hard work. Thank you to the Friends of the Park Falls Library for sponsoring this interesting and engaging author visit as part of our "Unearth a Story" summer reading program.

06/07/2026

Are you able to find a comfy, cool spot to enjoy a book today? Share what you are currently reading or have just finished 😊

06/07/2026

In addition to our library's summer reading program, your kiddos might want to participate in the 2026 challenge offered by 2nd Lady, Usha Vance.
It includes prizes, and even a chance to win a trip to the White House! Use the link for all of the details.

This summer, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, we are excited to invite all children (K-8) to join in the Second Lady’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. Participants will read and track 12 books of their choice between June 1 and September 4. Every book counts!

06/04/2026

The summer reading program is off to a great start at the Park Falls Public Library with the following free programs happening June 8 thru June 12: