Buckner Branch

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Summer Fun

I broke down and went shopping for flowers yesterday, and that’s when it hit me—it’s almost SUMMER! School will be out next week for many of our school districts, and our libraries will be teaming with children and teens looking for a great summer read. 

Our Summer Reading Program begins next Monday May 21. The theme this year is "Dream Big READ!" for children and "Own the Night" for teens. So, be sure to pick up a brochure at your local branch, and check out the awesome summer programs we have planned.

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Reading Goals

Do you ever set reading goals? I sure do. I have a lot of reading goals this year, actually. I don’t know where they all came from, but suddenly, I find myself in the midst of several book lists that I simply have to finish by the end of the year. Not that anything will happen if I don’t finish them by the end of the year, but it’s the principle of the thin. Right. Here are the reading goals I’m working on this year.

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It's SO Fun to be Fancy!

Fancy Nancy is just a little girl who likes fancy words, fancy clothes, and fancy manners. She loves to put fancy embellishments (that’s fancy for decoration) in her hair, and she’s so very clever and endearing.

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The Buckner Branch

The Buckner Branch

The Buckner Branch opened in 1962 and has expanded twice. The branch once incorporated a large amount of glass.

Last year, 45,461 patrons visited the library.

Kids during craft time.

Events for Kids

There are many types of events at the library. You never know who you might meet or what you might learn! Check out the events list on this page to find a program for you.

Branch staff on the job.

The Buckner Branch Staff at Work

Are you looking for an item? An answer? A suggestion? This group is here to help. If your branch staff doesn't know the answer to your question, they likely know where to help you look. All you have to do is ask.

Interior of Buckner Branch.

What Are You Going to Read?

If you can't find something on the shelves, check the catalog to see if another MCPL branch has it. If so, it'll be delivered to your branch in a couple of days. The Buckner Branch has over 44,000 items in its collection.