Throughout February, the Loutit District Library encourages everyone to go beyond Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 17 or even Random Acts of Kindness Week and celebrate a whole month of kindness and community connection.
It's simple: Be kind! Show kindness in ways that feel right to you. Kindness Month is dedicated to fostering support within our community. Here are some ideas for how you can spread kindness:
- Mail a handwritten letter or handmade card to someone you know.
- Be friendly to your neighbor.
- Cook a meal for someone going through a hard time.
- Donate blood. (Register for our Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, March 9th, here!)
- Cover someone's coffee, meal, or groceries.
- Donate used books to Cheapstacks or a little library around town.
- Share a wholesome joke.
- Look in a mirror and say 3 positive things about yourself.
- Support a local small business.
Become a Library Sponsor this February. You can choose from books, craft supplies, toys, library technology, and more. The items you sponsor will replace outdated, worn, or even lost or damaged items from another patron, clearing the charge on their account and allowing the library to purchase a replacement. Pick a heart ❤️ ornament from one of the lit birch trees and bring it to the Circulation or Information Desk; staff will be happy to assist you!
Can't make it in, but still want to sponsor something?
Click here to check our Amazon wishlist!
Or, click here to purchase from The Bookman online!
Want more ways to spread kindness and support our community? We will have an Essentials Micro-Pantry in our 4th Street entrance vestibule. Drop off essential, nonperishable goods for those in need. Essential items include, but are not limited to:
- Nonperishable foods (canned & dehydrated foods)
- Hygiene products (toothbrushes/toothpaste & soaps)
- Menstrual products (pads & tampons)
- Baby products (formula & diapers)
Our very own Tuesday Night Knitting Group has donated HANDMADE hats, scarves, and mittens to help you get through these chilly months. Donate what you can, or take whatever you need!
Thank you for your kindness!
Little Learners Preschool Storytime
Feb 4, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Learn together with your little one as we read, write, talk, sing, and play! This kindness-themed storytime is best for children ages 3-5 and those who are ready to sit for longer stories, explore a theme, and have fun learning!
Kindness Yoga
Feb 7, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This Kindness Month-themed class will focus on cultivating kindness toward others, as well as inward toward oneself.
Registration is required. Ages teen and up. You will need to bring your own yoga mat and any additional pillows or props you'd like to help get comfortable.
Tween Club
Feb 12, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
People in grades 4-8, come hang out every Thursday at 5:00 PM for fun activities, crafts, video/game nights, and more! This week's theme is Tiny Acts of Kindness.
Crafting with Kindness Drop-In
Feb 14, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Drop in to craft with a cause! Create something that gives back—decorate lunch bags for Kids’ Food Basket, make cheerful cards for MediLodge at the Shore residents, or craft felt mice and scratch boards for the cats at Harbor Humane.
Family Storytime at Robinson Township
Feb 16, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us at Robinson Township Hall for Kindness-themed stories, songs, and fun in this interactive storytime for the whole family! All ages are welcome.
Kids' Crafternoon: Kindness Bookmarks
Feb 22, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM &
Feb 23, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Drop in and create kindness bookmarks! Decorate a pre-folded corner bookmark, fold your own, or design a simple flat bookmark—it's up to you! Keep your creation or share a little kindness by giving it to someone else.
