Throughout the month of February, Loutit District Library once again encourages everyone to move beyond Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 17 or even Random Acts of Kindness Week (February 9-15) to celebrate an entire month of kindness and community connection!
It's simple: Be Kind! Express kindness, whatever that means to you. Kindness Month is all about encouraging support within our community. Below are some general ideas for how you can share kindness:
- Share a handwritten recipe with someone
- Make a "Joy Jar" filled with notes of encouragement for coworkers
- Write a kind message with sidewalk chalk
- Assemble a "Soup Kit" (broth, pasta, spices) and donate it to a local pantry
- Cover someone's coffee, meal, or groceries
- Decorate a bookmark with an inspiring quote and leave it in a library book
- Share a playlist of your favorite songs
- Write "Kindness Coupons" (free hug, baking help, etc) for friends and family
Become a Library Sponsor this February. You can choose from books, craft supplies, toys, library technology, and more. The items you sponsor will replace dated, worn, or even lost/damaged items from another patron, clearing the charge on their account and letting the library 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!
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! At the end of February, all leftover goods in the pantry will be donated to The Momentum Center.
Thank you for your kindness!
