Kent Public Library

09/06/2026

09/05/2026

🌈🐾 Remembering Our Beloved Sunny Boy 🐾🌈

We are so incredibly saddened to share the news that Sunny Boy has crossed the Rainbow Bridge. 💔

For as long as we can remember, Sunny was a very special part of our library family through our Paws to Read program. Children would read to him if they needed to work on their reading skills, build confidence, or simply wanted a quiet, comforting companion beside them while they read.

Sunny never judged. He never rushed anyone. He simply listened. ❤️

His kind, gentle, and patient nature made him the perfect reading companion. Somehow, Sunny always seemed to know when someone needed a little extra comfort, encouragement, or simply a furry friend by their side. The joy and calm he brought into our library will never be forgotten.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have known Sunny and to have watched him touch the lives of so many children, families, and patrons. He became such a special part of our library family, and we will truly miss seeing him.

Our deepest condolences go out to Sunny’s beloved owner, Mike, and to his family and loved ones. Mike dedicated so much of his time to libraries throughout Putnam County, generously sharing Sunny and his unique ability to listen with children in our communities. We are so grateful for the gift they gave to so many.

To everyone who knew Sunny, saw him at the library, worked with him, read to him, or simply had the privilege of meeting him: please take a moment to leave a word of love, a memory, or a favorite story about Sunny in the comments. ❤️

We would love to collect these messages and memories and share them with Mike, so he can see just how many people Sunny touched and how deeply he was loved.

Sunny was truly one of a kind. Thank you, Sunny Boy, for every story you listened to, every child you encouraged, every smile you brought, and every heart you touched.

You will forever be a part of our library family.

🌈🐾 Run free, sweet Sunny. You will be deeply missed. ❤️

09/05/2026

Take a look at some of our upcoming programs.
More information online at kentlibrary.org

09/04/2026

Two new Line Dancing with Noelle session coming up in September & October! Register today!

09/04/2026

📚🎉 September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! 🎉📚

There’s no better time to discover everything your library has to offer! Stop by the Kent Public Library this month, get your library card, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $15 Dunkin’ gift card! ☕🍩

A library card opens the door to books, movies, digital resources, programs, and so much more. ❤️📖

Stop in, sign up, and let the fun begin!

09/04/2026

We LOVE this night with T&M Rustic Home at the library! 🕯️🍂 And the library smells absolutely wonderful!

Join us for a cozy fall evening and make your very own candle with a customized scent you’ll love. Choose from one session for teens or one for adults and get creative!

✨ Make it your own. Pick your scent. Take home a beautiful fall candle!

Registration is required. Space is limited, so don’t wait to sign up!
kentlibrary.org

09/03/2026

Join a great team!

09/03/2026

Registration opens tomorrow for our Lego Club for grades K-4!

09/03/2026

Registration opens tomorrow at 11:00 am for our Kids Craft Club for grades K-4!

09/03/2026

🎮🔦 CAN YOU SURVIVE THE NIGHT? 🔦🎮

Something has gone terribly wrong at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria… and YOU’VE BEEN HIRED FOR THE NIGHT SHIFT! 👀

Join us for a Five Nights at Freddy’s–themed Escape Room at Kent Public Library! You and a group of 4–12 people will work together to solve puzzles, outsmart the animatronics, and escape before your 45 minutes are up! 😱

📅 Tuesday, October 27
⏰ Choose from 4:00–4:45 PM or 5:00–5:45 PM
🎃 Grades 5–12
📋 Registration required — two timeslots available!

Do you have what it takes to survive the night? 🐻🐰🐥🦊

📞 Call 845-225-8585 or visit kentlibrary.org for more information!