Fordland Memorial Library

American Sign Language Class
2023-09-09 11:00 - 13:00 UTC
September 9, 2023 will be the third ASL lesson day offered at the library.

Regular library hours that day will 10 am to 1 pm.
Bonnie Lindgren will be teaching the ASL class from 11 – 1.

Library Open
2023-09-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-19 10:00 - 13:00
The library will be open August 19, 2023 from 10 am to 1 pm.
ASL lessons will be from 11 am to 1 pm.

Closed for Labor Day
2023-09-04
The library will be closed on Monday, Sept 4 for the Labor Day holiday.

August Saturday Open and Storytime
2023-08-26 10:00 - 14:00
Saturday, August 26, story time will have 3 local authors reading to the children. The authors will have their books available to purchase and sign a copy. Other activities during that day will include rock painting and face painting.
A hotdog lunch will be provided for those who attend. Regular hours for that day will be 10 – 2. Each author will be available to read in small groups.
Plan to bring your children of any ages and join the fun!

Local Author's Day and Story Time Events
2023-08-26 10:00 - 14:00

American Sign Language Lessons
2023-08-19 11:00 - 13:00
August 19, 2023 will be the second ASL lesson day offered at the library.
Regular library hours that day will 10 am to 1 pm.
Bonnie Lindgren will be teaching the ASL class from 11 – 1.

July Storytime
2023-07-22 10:00 - 14:00
Storytime will be from 11 – 12:30ish.
Bring your littles for some story reading, lunch and maybe some crafts.
Regular hours on this day are 10 – 2.

July Saturday Open
2023-07-22 10:00 - 14:00
The library will be open for regular 4th Saturday hours from 10 -2.
Storytime will be from 11 – 12:30ish.
Bring your littles for some story reading, lunch and maybe some crafts.

June Storytime
2023-06-24 10:00 - 14:00

June Saturday Open
2023-06-24 10:00 - 14:00

Annual Summer 3-Day Yard Sale
2023-06-15 08:00 - 2023-06-17 17:00
The library’s annual 3-day yard sale will be June 15, 16, 17 starting at 8 am each day. For convenience, the sale will be located at 244 W Main Street, Fordland. If anyone would like to donate items, please text 417-299-1485.
All proceeds from this yard sale go to benefit the library.
Here is a partial listing of available items:
Lamps, framed pictures, dishes, walkers, aluminum bats, NEW packages XL Depends, Irises, Plants, Clothing–baby to 2XL, Jewelry, Toys, Potty Chair, Shoes, Glassware, Printer, Wooden Puzzles, Wall decorations, Collectibles, Pots/Pans, Blankets, Small Home Safe, Baked Goods

So far we have 6 different families that have donated items for this yard sale,

The Snake Lady is coming!
2023-05-20 10:00 - 14:00
During library hours on Saturday, May 20, the snake lady (Amanda Fisher) will be visiting to share her reptiles and snakes and read a story or two. The library’s regular hours are 10 -2 this Saturday. Story time starts around 11 am. Lunch is provided for those who attend.

Fordland Community Sale Day
2023-05-13 08:00 - 15:00
In conjunction with the Schofield + Gray event, the Fordland Memorial Library will be having a fundraiser along with other merchants and vendors in town. The Schofield event will be on the east side of town while the library will be hosting similar venues on the west side of town. The parking lot will be set up with local vendors. If you are interested in setting up a vendor The town of Fordland will be bustling with activity.
The library will be serving burritos and a burrito meal plus baked goods. Our baked goods include banana nut bread and pumpkin breads, cookies, brownies, plus other goodies.
The library will have used books for FREE with a donation accepted.
Framed pictures, small home safe, 4-wheel walker, blankets, IRISES–several varieties. Other items will be for sale–Come see us!

Annual Cherry Blossom Festival Burrito Lunch
2023-04-27 11:00 - 13:00
The Fordland Memorial Library will be serving a Burrito (Enchilada style) Lunch from 11 am to 1 pm at the Marshfield Assembly of God Church. The cost will be $10.
The meal will include a burrito, refried beans, Spanish rice, dessert and drink. You may enjoy your meal at the church or take it TO GO. If you would like to order ahead, please call or text 417-299-1485.
This is our big fundraiser for the year. Please support your local library.

Girl Scout Information Night
2023-04-25 18:00 - 19:00
Come to the library to learn about joining a Girl Scout troop!
Earn badges and awards while learning new skills and making new friends.
Organization information provided at the library from 6 pm – 7pm.

Library Closed
2023-04-24 09:00 - 13:00
The library will be closed Monday morning, April 24, while we prepare foods for our burrito luncheon for the Cherry Blossom Festival to be served on Thursday, April 27, from 11 am – 1 pm at the Marshfield Assembly of God Church.
We will be open during the afternoon from 2 pm – 5 pm.

April Saturday---Library OPEN
2023-04-22 10:00 - 14:00
The library is open today from 10 am to 2 pm.
Story Hour is 11 am to 12 noon.

April Storytime
2023-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
The monthly storytime for the Fordland Memorial Library will be Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 11:00 to 12:30 ish.
Come bring your littles, listen to readings, have a free hotdog lunch and maybe even a little crafting.

March Storytime
2023-03-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-02-17 08:00 - 17:00
The monthly storytime for the Fordland Memorial Library will be Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 11:00 to 12:30 ish.
Come bring your littles, listen to readings, have a free hotdog lunch and maybe even a little crafting.

March Saturday---Library OPEN
2023-03-25 10:00 - 14:00

February Storytime
2023-02-25 11:00 - 12:30
The monthly storytime for the Fordland Memorial Library will be Saturday, Feb 25, 2023, from 11:00 to 12:30 ish.
Come bring your littles, listen to readings, have a free hotdog lunch and maybe even a little crafting.

February Saturday---Library OPEN
2023-02-25 10:00 - 14:00

We are OPEN on President's Day
2023-02-20 09:00 - 17:00
The Fordland Memorial Library will be open on Monday, Feb 20, 2023.
Regular hours are 9 -1, 2 – 5.

May Saturday---Library OPEN
2023-02-17 08:00 - 17:00

May Storytime
2023-02-17 08:00 - 17:00
The monthly storytime for the Fordland Memorial Library will be Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 11:00 to 12:30 ish.
It is a week earlier in the month due to the holiday weekend the next week.
Come bring your littles, listen to readings, have a free hotdog lunch and maybe even a little crafting.

Library Closed for the Holidays
2022-12-23 09:00 - 2023-01-02 17:00
The library will be closed Friday, December 23 through Monday, Jan 2, 2023 for the Christmas Holidays and Library Family Time. Enjoy time with your family and friends.

Build a Gingerbread House workshop
2022-12-10 11:30 - 13:30
Come to the library for the 2nd Build a Gingerbread House workshop will be held on Saturday 10, 2022, after the Fordland City Christmas Parade. All the supplies and gingerbread houses will be provided by the Legacy Tree Service.
The parade starts around 11:30 pm. If you are able to let us know in advance, it would be appreciated. We don’t want to run out of supplies.
Have some fun with your children at the Fordland Memorial Library! All ages are welcome.

A Visit From Mr. and Mrs. Santa
2022-11-26 10:00 - 14:00
Mr. and Mrs. Santa will be visiting the library on Saturday, November 26, 2022. They will be available for picture taking from 10 am to 2 pm, except during story time at 11 am.
Santa will be reading a story to the children. A free hotdog lunch will be provided for those that are present during the story time reading. An adult must accompany each child.
