Beginning in September, Fort Scott Public Library will offer two new monthly programs to local families: Marvelous Mondays and Maker Mondays.

Marvelous Monday is a family program for all ages, with the primary goal of serving local homeschool families by offering educational activities, special guest speakers, and collaborative projects. The first meeting will be held on September 10, 2 – 3 p.m. in the library event room. The theme will be a Back to Homeschool party with special guest speakers, retired educator Yvonne Holloway and local author Cathy Werling. Attendees will be invited to join a chat group and to offer their ideas and suggestions for future program themes.

Maker Monday is a S.T.E.A.M. program, focused on offering school-aged children opportunities to unleash their creativity, make unique projects, and learn new skills. All ages are welcome to attend, but children 2nd grade and below must have an adult with them at all times. At our first Maker Monday on September 24, 4 – 5 p.m., we will create book art from the pages of old books, enjoy snacks and bottled water (attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks and drinks as well), add stickers to our sticker mosaic poster, and discuss ideas for future programs.

Library programs are offered free of charge. If you would like to volunteer or donate snacks or supplies, please contact Miss Val at [email protected], call 223-2882, or visit the library. Follow Fort Scott Public Library on Facebook or visit our website at fortscott.mykansaslibrary.org to view upcoming events.”