We are entering the serious days of holiday gift buying, but there’s still some time left to figure out what you’re going to do. Here are a few ways your library can help you tackle your holiday gift-giving:
If you’re looking for bookish gifts for kids under 5 years old who live in Mayes County, sign them up for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Paid for by our Friends of the Library group, the child you sign up will receive a free, age-appropriate book through the mail each month until they turn 5. We’ve got applications here at the library. (If you’d like to donate to the Friends and help with this program, they pay $25 per year per child. It’s an amazing deal.)
If you like making gifts but need some instructions or a little inspiration, we’ve got lots of craft books in the building. We also have an easy-to-use DIY resource through our website called “Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center.” Between our physical books and the online resource, you’ll find instructions and inspiration for everything from appliqué to wreath making.
If you like to give food as gifts or if you’re preparing a recipe box for a loved one, we’ve got many cookbooks that can help.
Lastly, feel free to strike up a conversation with one of our staff. We can’t tell you what someone checks out from our collection, but with a little information about them we might be able to suggest a few titles they would be interested in. We’ll just need to know some of the books, movies, or video games they like and/or some of their hobbies or interests. If all else fails, we’ll help you brainstorm.
Of course, all of the shops and stores in town will have even more ideas and suggestions!
Remember, the Pryor Library will be closed the Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of Thanksgiving. We hope you enjoy your holiday!