Hours are a bit different this week with the Thankgiving holiday.
Monday
7:30 am - Midnight
Tuesday - Wednesday
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday - Saturday
Closed
Sunday
1:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Book a librarian for one-on-one research support at a time that fits your schedule.
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Explore New Worlds: November Sci-Fi Book Display
This month, the library’s main floor display celebrates the boundless imagination of science fiction! From futuristic adventures to thought-provoking dystopias, these stories transport readers across galaxies, through time, and into alternate realities.
Featured titles include classics like Dune, The Time Machine, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, and Brave New World, alongside modern favorites such as The Martian, Blackfish City, and A Rover’s Story. You’ll also find masterpieces by visionaries like Isaac Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke, and Octavia Butler.
Whether you’re new to sci-fi or a lifelong fan, stop by and discover tales of innovation, survival, and what it means to be human.
Visit the main floor display to check out your next great sci-fi read!
This month's highlighted collections include:
Veterans, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day
Native American Heritage Month
Ancient Egypt (King Tut Day Nov 4)
Gratitude
Pilgrims
Thanksgiving and Other Harvest Celebrations
Food and Food Insecurity
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October Highlights
As the nights grow longer, we’re diving into the stories behind our celebrations—from spooky frights to cultural traditions. Discover the history of costumes, holidays, and cinematic chills, and explore featured reads for Hispanic Heritage Month, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Halloween, and Día de los Muertos.
Search Tip:
Use Virtual Browse in our online catalog to see what’s on the shelf next to your book—just like flipping through the stacks from your screen.
Explore multiple perspectives on the history of injury, treatment and disease on the front line. Chart scientific advances through hospital records, medical reports and first-hand accounts, and discover the evidence of how war shaped medical practice across the centuries.
Trial period ends on September 29th.
As the seasons begin to change, the UNK Library invites you to explore our highlighted collections for September! Each display and online feature is designed to spark curiosity, celebrate culture, and connect you with resources for both learning and leisure.
Visit the library or explore these collections online to find your next great read, listen, or watch. September is full of reasons to stop by—we hope to see you soon!

Classical Music Month
Celebrate the beauty and influence of classical music with scores, recordings, and books about composers and performers who have shaped the soundscape of history.

Hispanic Heritage Month
Sept. 15–Oct. 15 – Discover works that honor the rich traditions, stories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across the world.

Constitution Day
Sept. 17 – Explore resources on the U.S. Constitution, its framers, and its lasting impact on American life and law.

Talk Like a Pirate Day
Sept. 19 – Set sail into our “Pirates” collection, featuring swashbuckling tales, maritime history, and plenty of high-seas adventure.

First Day of Fall
Sept. 22 - Welcome the new season with books, films, and poetry that celebrate autumn’s beauty and traditions.

Football
Whether you’re a fan of the Lopers, the NFL, or just the excitement of the game, check out our football-themed books, films, and histories.
Due to a scheduled power autage the library will be closed on July 10.
