Delightful program that incorporates the 2024 library theme based on the book Nia and the New Free Library. After story time the children will build their own mini library just like Nia.

This picture book tells the story of one girl who reminds an entire town of the joy of books. When the town’s old library is destroyed by a tornado, the people are left wondering: What should they do with the space where the library used to be? The characters in Nia and the New Free Library all want different things: the builder wants there to be a new skyscraper, the grocer wants a new parking lot, but Nia just wants a new library . . . but how can one person build a whole library?

• Explores the power of community and what a group can accomplish
• Teaches the importance of working together toward a common goal
• Reminds readers of the important role libraries play in community, and how they work

Sometimes the biggest things can start with almost nothing at all.

Cara Zara has entertained at libraries throughout the southeast. Her entertainment style is a delightful combo of Elmo, Peter Pan, and Glinda the Good Witch. She loves to educate in a playful silly way. Library programs are customized for each year’s summer reading theme. Cara Zara will bring your to your library an interactive show that encourages the participation of more than a couple of “volunteers”. She likes to get all of the children involved in the act.