News & Events
The latest happening at the library
Young Adult Space Opera Recommendations
August 16, 2021
What is a Space Opera? According to Goodreads, “space opera is a subgenre of speculative fiction or science fiction that emphasizes romantic, often melodramatic adventure, set mainly or entirely in space, generally involving conflict between opponents possessing powerful (and sometimes quite fanciful) technologies and abilities. Perhaps the most significant trait of space opera is that […]
Borrow a Board Game!
July 8, 2021
Over 100 board games and puzzles are now available to borrow at the downtown branch and at the Cheat Area branch! Just like a book, they can be checked out for free (one board game per library card) for up to three weeks (no holds or renewals). These new games have been made […]
Live at the Amphitheater!
July 21, 2021
We have 4 FREE Library Events for kids at the newly renovated Ruby Amphitheater at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park! Kid’s Yoga (Tuesdays, August 3 & 17 | 6:00pm) Come do yoga with Sarah Schaefer! She will bring you stories, movement, and mindfulness in this meditative evening for children ages 2-8. Please bring your own yoga […]
Recommended Titles to Commemorate Juneteenth
June 18, 2025
Crystal, reference supervisor at the Morgantown Public Library, originally compiled these titles to commemorate Juneteenth a few years ago. We’ve added a few more recent titles for adults and younger readers. The following are available at the Morgantown Library and many of our branches, as noted under each title. Don’t forget that you can request […]
Try Out iVOX!
May 26, 2021
iVOX is a children’s book app (ages 3-8) that is part ebook, part audiobook, and part virtual pop-up. Your kids can follow along with their favorite stories while interacting with 3D characters and environments–immersed in the story like never before! With your library card you can even download the stories onto your device and watch […]