QPL Connections to run May 8 2025

 QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, May 8, 2025    ●   Wood County Monitor – Wood County, TX

Summer Reading 2025 “Adventure Begins with Summer Reading” is scheduled for the month of June at the Quitman Public Library. Young readers, aged Pre-K through 10 years, can pick up reading game cards at the library’s front desk. Each Thursday in June, from 2 – 3 p.m., there will be an activity in the library’s community room.  

Friends of the Quitman Public Library will meet at noon on May 8, 2025. This will be the last meeting of the 2025 season. The public is invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library.

Story Time with Spencer happens every 2nd and 4th Friday at 1 p.m. in the children’s section. Spencer will read to the children on Friday, May 9, 2025. Story time is designed for toddlers through six years of age, and parents are asked to stay with their children as these story time episodes are recorded.

The Wood County TX Genealogical Society invites family researchers to meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. The next meeting is May 19, 2025.

Wood County Metal Detecting Club, led by Jerry Tinney, meets on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Exciting historical research and excavation is planned for the summer months. The public is invited.

The Board Games for Teens group meets every other Wednesday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring board games and snacks to share. This group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens ages 13 – 19. Call 903-763-4191 to confirm game days.

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. at the library. Students of all ages and skill levels are invited to join this growing group. Classes are free.

What you may not know about the Quitman Public Library: We have a collection of over 1000 DVDs. Patrons 18+ may check out up to four movies for one week. The DVDs are grouped by the following type: Humor, Romance, Western, Drama, Classic, Suspense, Biography, History, Adventure, War, Children, Young Adult, Religion, Fantasy and Science Fiction. Stop by and check out some entertainment.

Notary service is available at the library during regular business hours, but to guarantee an appointment, call 903-763-4191.

Visit www.quitmanlibrary.org to find the TexShare® database of reference resources. Download the Libby® or Boundless® apps for the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video. Library cards are available at no cost for those who provide photo identification and proof of residence in Wood County. A guardian must sign for children ages 5 – 17. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Wi-Fi is available 24/7. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

 QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, April 24, 2025    ●   Wood County Monitor – Wood County, TX

The Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale week begins on Tuesday, April 29 and will run through Friday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (4 p.m. on Friday). This sale is sponsored by the Friends of the Quitman Public Library, and all proceeds benefit library programs, materials needed and book purchases. 

Friends of the Quitman Public Library meet on 2nd Thursdays at noon. The next one-hour meeting will be May 8, 2025, and this will be the last meeting of the 2025 season. The public is invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library. 

Story Time with Spencer happens every 2nd and 4th Friday at 1 p.m. in the children’s section. The next event will be Friday, May 9, 2025. Story time is designed for toddlers through six years of age, and parents need to stay with their children as these story time episodes are recorded.

The Wood County TX Genealogical Society invites family researchers and historians to meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. The next meeting is May 19, 2025. Follow the society’s page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx and request the monthly newsletter published by Deason Hunt.

Wood County Metal Detecting Club, led by Jerry Tinney, meets on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Exciting historical research and excavation is planned for the summer months. The public is invited. 

Board Games for Teens group meets every other Wednesday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring board games and snacks to share. This group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens ages 13 – 19. Call 903-763-4191 to confirm game days. 

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. at the library. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and join this growing group. The instruction is free.

Visit www.quitmanlibrary.org to find the TexShare® database of reference resources. Download the Libby® or Boundless® apps for the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video. Library cards are available at no cost for those who provide photo identification and proof of residence in Wood County. A guardian must sign for children ages 5 – 17. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Wi-Fi is available 24/7. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

Teen Board Games at Quitman Public Library

 

National Library Week 2025

 It has been quite an eventful National Library Week! We serve the best community and have the most wonderful library patrons! Thank you to those who have helped us celebrate and to those who have gifted the staff with special treats! #nationallibraryweek2025

"Together We Grow" Supporting Emergent Bilingual Families

"Together We Grow" Supporting Emergent Bilingual Families 

The Quitman Public Library joins the Quitman I.S.D. in supporting families of  students who are continuing to develop their home language while also learning an additional language.  

On Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 5 p.m., families are invited to the Quitman Public LIbrary, 202 East Goode Street, Quitman TX, for a Library Tour and Presentation by Delene Allen, Bilingual Digital Resources presented by Melissa Coats, and a chance to sign up for the "Smartest Card" - a library card! Refreshments will be served.  #thesmartestcard 

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, April 10, 2025    ●   Wood County Monitor – Wood County, TX

Discover a world of information at your library during National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025. Stop by the Quitman Public Library and check out what we have to offer.

The library will close for Easter Weekend on Friday, April 18, but will reopen on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

Friends of the Quitman Public Library meet on 2nd Thursdays at noon. The next one-hour meeting will be April 10, 2025. Among the topics of discussion will be the FOL Spring Book Sale planned for April 29 – May 2, 2025. The public is invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library.

Story Time with Spencer is on hiatus during April, but Spencer will return on Friday, May 9, at 1 p.m. with some exciting new stories for our youngest patrons.

The Board Games for Teens group meets every other Wednesday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring board games and snacks to share. This group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens ages 13 – 19. Call 903-763-4191 to confirm game days.

The Wood County TX Genealogical Society invites family researchers and historians to meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. The next meeting is April 21, 2025. Follow the society’s page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx and request the monthly newsletter published by Deason Hunt.

Wood County Metal Detecting Club, led by Jerry Tinney, meets on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Exciting historical research is planned for this spring and summer. The public is invited.

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. at the library. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and join this growing group. The instruction is free, and you are encouraged to bring patterns and yarn to swap with others.

Adult GED support services are available for students who have registered online at www.ged.com. Certified teachers are available to help with reading/writing skills and math on Wednesdays during library hours.

Visit www.quitmanlibrary.org to find the TexShare® database of reference resources. Download the Libby® or Boundless® apps for the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video. Library cards are available at no cost for those who provide photo identification and proof of residence in Wood County. A guardian must sign for children ages 5 – 17. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Wi-Fi is available 24/7. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

 QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, March 27, 2025    ●   Wood County Monitor – Wood County, TX

National Library Week is April 6-12, 2025, and our theme is “Drawn to the Library” celebrating that people enjoy the library for different reasons: pleasure reading, research, study, information, entertainment, connection, and growth. Millions of people across the country visit their libraries every week. What's the draw? Everything! 

Story Time with Spencer happens every 2nd and 4th Friday at 1 p.m. in the children’s section. The next event will be Friday, March 28, 2025, Story time is designed for toddlers through six years of age, and parents need to stay with their children as the episodes are recorded.

Friends of the Quitman Public Library meet on 2nd Thursdays at noon. The next one-hour meeting will be April 10, 2025, with the library staff providing special Spring treats. Among the topics of discussion will be the FOL Spring Book Sale planned for April 29 – May 2, 2025. The public is invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library. 

Board Games for Teens group meet every other Wednesday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring board games and snacks to share. This group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens ages 13 – 19. Call 903-763-4191 to confirm game days. 

The Wood County TX Genealogical Society invites family researchers and historians to meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. The next meeting is April 21, 2025. Follow the society’s page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx and request the monthly newsletter published by Deason Hunt.

Wood County Metal Detecting Club, led by Jerry Tinney, meets on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Exciting historical searches are being planned for this spring and summer. The public is invited. 

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. at the library. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and join this growing group. The instruction if free, and you are encouraged to bring patterns and yarn to swap with others. 

Adult GED support services are available for students who have registered online at www.ged.com. Certified teachers are available to help with reading/writing skills and math on Wednesdays during library hours. 

Visit www.quitmanlibrary.org to find the TexShare® database of reference resources. Download the Libby® or Boundless® apps for the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video. Library cards are available at no cost for those who provide photo identification and proof of residence in Wood County. A guardian must sign for children ages 5 – 17. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Wi-Fi is available 24/7. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.