Flint Public Library

Be on the look-out for some fun upcoming programs made possible by these generous donations! We are so thankful for our generous patrons!

Anyone interested in making a donation of supplies can find our Amazon wish list for future library programs below.
https://amzn.to/3Wqsp3u

If you're interested in making a donation to the Friends of the Flint, check out our website for more information.
https://flintlibrary.org/.../friends-of-the-flint-public.../

Tonight is the night! Come join us for a night (5:00-6:30 PM) filled with fun on the lawn, while DJ Hermanium plays some tunes! There will be books, carnival games, prizes, photo props, and more! Boston Ice Cream Truck will be here serving up some delicious ice cream & Brie's Balloons will be here doing glitter tattoos!
(while supplies last)

It's almost time for the spooky season! For October's teen programs we'll be having the Book Lovers Club, the Teen Drop In, a Tarot Talk Workshop (open to anyone eight or older!), Table Top Gaming Club (Dungeons and Dragons specifically), the Teen Advisory Board, and Pumpkin Garlands. Sign ups are required for all programs except Book Lovers Club and the drop in! Information on the programs is available on the event calendar.

Link to event calendar: https://flintlibrary.org/index.php/9977-2/

Our little librarian-in-training! ❤️ The Children’s Room was hopping today thanks to the CFCE of the North Shore’s Book Worms Playgroup! Thank you CFCE OF THE NORTH SHORE and our families for being part of our library community!

Keep an eye out for our Staff Spotlight series, where you’ll learn more about the amazing people on our team! Get to know what they do, what they enjoy, and some of their favorite books. Today’s staff spotlight is about Olivia!
Role: Library Director
Main Duties at the Library: Hello! I’m your new Library Director. I bring a strong commitment to public service, community engagement, and creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels supported & inspired. I’m so excited to be a part of The Flint!
Hobbies: Gardening, raising chickens, art, family time, & travel
Favorite Treat: Gas station candy
Favorite Genre: Historical Fiction
Favorite Food: Oysters!
Favorite Pet: Dogs!
Favorite Animal: Horseshoe Crabs
Favorite Children’s Books: The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors by Drew Daywalt & Horton Hears a Who! by Dr. Seuss
Favorite Young Adult Book: Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo & Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang
Adult Books: Pachinko by Min Jin Lee & LaRose by Louise Erdrich

We hope you can join us tomorrow for the ceremony and open house! If so, be on the lookout for our table!

Join along for the ribbon cutting ceremony, an opportunity to tour the new buildings, and view the town artifacts that will be placed in the time capsule. W.T. Rich, the project’s construction contractor, will also be on hand to share information and photos highlighting the construction process from start to finish.

We look forward to welcoming the community and showing you around our Town's new facilities. We hope to see you there!

Registration is starting to fill up! We love to see that! Snag your spots before they fill up!

Movie Night for Children & Tweens: https://flintlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/movie-night-for-children-tweens-22/

Toddler & Me Yoga: https://flintlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/toddler-me-yoga/

Preschool Yoga: https://flintlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/preschool-yoga/

Book Worm Playgroup: https://flintlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/book-worms-playgroup-with-cfce-of-the-north-shore/

This limited, weekly series starts in just a few days. You won't want to miss it! Snag your spot before it fills up!

Ever wondered how your town works? Now’s your chance to go behind the scenes, meet town leaders, and get more involved in your community! This fall, get curious. Get connected. Get involved.

Snag your spot while there is still space! Register here: https://flintlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/citizens-academy-2026-2/

More information:
• Begins September 17th (every Thursday through November 12th)
• 9 weekly sessions (Participants are strongly encouraged to attend the entire series)
• Thursdays 6:00-8:00 PM
• Sessions led by department heads
• All residents 18+ encouraged to attend
• Questions? Contact [email protected]

Join instructors Soki Ahn (morning) and Deanna Bragger (evening) for a yoga session every Monday! Various styles of yoga will be explored as you find your center and relax. No registration required.

Thank you to our Children's Programming Librarian, Jackie, for being featured in this post!

Keep an eye out for our Staff Spotlight series, where you’ll learn more about the amazing people on our team! Get to know what they do, what they enjoy, and some of their favorite books. Today’s staff spotlight is about Luis!

Role: Adult Services Librarian
Main Duties at the Library: Facilitate outreach program for homebound patrons; Plan, book, promote, and execute events for adult audiences; Maintain, organize, and develop DVD and CD collection; Provide reference services; Assist with Excel
Hobbies: Watching horror movies, Reading books, Playing video games, Competitive Pokemon
Favorite Food: Bowl of rice, spinach, onion, and chicken/beef/pork; Gyūdon; Ramen; Pizza; Shrimp scampi; Arepa de chocolo
Favorite Treat: See "Favorite Food"
Favorite Genre: Maritime History; Horror
Favorite Pet: Dog
Favorite Animal: S***m Whale
Favorite Book Character: Stephen Maturin
Favorite Children’s Books: Arthur's Eyes by Marc Brown & The Magic School Bus In the Time of the Dinosaurs by Joanna Cole
Favorite Young Adult Book: Hatchet by Gary Paulsen & The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
Adult Books: Two Years Before the Mast by Richard Henry Dana Jr. & Leviathan: The History of Whaling in America by Eric Jay Dolin