Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a Story
Summer reading is back, and this year, we’re digging in. Summer Reading runs June 29 through August 21. Pick up your reading tracker and bingo card at the library starting
Announcements, Kids
Announcements
Investing in Potsdam’s Future: Our 2026-2027 Library Budget
On June 17th, the Potsdam Public Library will ask voters to vote on a 4% budget increase, bringing our annual budget appropriation from $648,049 to $674,013. Voters will also select
PPL Informational Series
Are you a “Lost Canadian”? Genealogy, Citizenship, and Bill C-3
Canada’s Bill C-3, in force since December 2025, has quietly made thousands of Americans into Canadian citizens, many of them right here in the North Country. On April 9th, we
Announcements
Story Time Update & Youth Services News
We’re Hiring a Youth Librarian! PPL is excited to announce that we are searching for a professional librarian (link to job posting) to lead our youth services and expand our
Kids
How to Build a Read-Aloud Routine at Home (Even When You’re Busy)
Reading aloud to your child is a simple and powerful way to support language development, curiosity, and a love of books. But in the chaos of work schedules, school routines,
Announcements
Food Insecurity, SNAP Benefits Update
SNAP is the federal nutrition assistance program run by the USDA that helps millions of low-income households buy food. Due to the government shutdown, Congress has not appropriated funds needed