The Logan County Libraries is preparing for a special week-long celebration to mark its 125th anniversary serving an integral cornerstone of the local community.
While an anniversary birthday party and reception with public officials is set for Wednesday, May 6, at the main Knowlton Library branch, 220 N. Main St., Bellefontaine, many other festivities take place throughout the week as well.
The Logan County Libraries is gearing up for its 125th anniversary celebration, with many special activities planned at the Knowlton Library, 220 N. Main St. (CHRONICLE PHOTO | MANDY LOEHR)
“This is a great milestone for our public library and for the Logan County community. We are proud of the fact that the library was chartered in 1901 and is still going strong after 125 years,” Logan County Libraries Executive Director Beverly Arlequeeuw said.
“It takes great collaboration from our library trustees, administration, staff and our community to make the library such a success.”
Monday, May 4, the week kicks off at the Knowlton Library with a tasty event, as local bakers vie for the title of “Best Edible Book Cake” in the contest that features public voting.
The literary cake creations will be available on display from 11 a.m. to noon Monday, when the public can place their votes for their favorite pieces.
Then around 12:15 p.m., the votes will be tallied and the first, second and third place winners will be announced, which includes cash prizes.
(Contest registration forms were due by Friday afternoon, May 1).
Tuesday, May 5, the Mad River Valley Dulcimer Society performs at the Knowlton Library at 2:30 p.m. That evening at 6:30 p.m., Beth Marshall from the Logan County History Center presents “Once Upon a Time, There Was No Library.”
The big celebration Wednesday, May 6, kicks off at 11 a.m. with a special birthday party story hour for kids.
Then from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., a reception with light refreshments is planned, with local and state officials attending. To mark the special occasion, the library will bury a time capsule as well.
Patrons can also enjoy family photos with Pete the Cat, fun crafts for kids, giveaways and a display of the library’s long history in Logan County.
Thursday, May 7, features a Family Night Program at 6 p.m. with Indiana Wild, a hands-on, interactive live animal show.
Throughout the week, limited edition library cards with a commemorative anniversary design will be available while supplies last. In addition, crafts and giveaways will be offered at the Knowlton Library and branch locations.
For more information, visit https://www.logancountylibraries.org/content/logan-county-libraries-125th-anniversary-celebration
