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QPL Connection by Delene Allen

 QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, January 16, 2025    ●   Wood County Monitor – Wood County, TX

Quitman Public Library is celebrating January 2025 with displays throughout the library: “New Year, New Hobby” and “Fight the Winter Chill with a Cozy Mystery” near the front desk. Also “Cuddle Up with a Good Book” and “Reading in a Winter Wonderland” in the children’s section. 

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.  For meeting confirmation, follow the page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

Wood County Metal Detecting Club is all about metal detecting and historical research here in Wood and surrounding counties. If you are interested in digging in the dirt and finding things, join in the meeting on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the Quitman Public Library.  Contact Jerry Tinney at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1508907759602212. 

Friends of the Quitman Public Library meets 2nd Tuesdays at noon. The next one-hour meeting will be Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2025, so come and expect a special Valentine’s Day treat. Friends is an active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library. Officers for 2025 are Jackie Gilbreath Blalock – president, Sue Reynolds – vice-president, Anita Nance – secretary, and Rebekah Yeager – treasurer.

Board Games for Teens group meets every other Friday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring a couple of board games that your teens enjoy, and you are welcome to bring along snacks and drinks to share. The group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens only (ages 13 – 19). To verify game days, visit their page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/274383439356229 .

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s main lobby. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and join the group for free instruction. Bring your patterns to swap with others. 

Adult GED support services are available for students who have registered online at www.ged.com. Assistance in reading/writing skills and math is available in the public computer area on Wednesdays during library hours. 

Online services are available by visiting our website at www.quitmanlibrary.org to find the TexShare® database of reference resources and Libby® and Boundless® for the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video. Also, visit the library’s online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to see our newest arrivals.  Library cards are available at no cost for those who can provide proof of residence in Wood County and photo identification. 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, January 2, 2025    ●   Wood County Monitor – Wood County, TX

Quitman Public Library staff and volunteers wish everyone a Happy New Year 2025! There are displays throughout the library celebrating January 2025 – “New Year, New Hobby” and “Fight the Winter Chill with a Cozy Mystery” near the front desk. Also “Cuddle Up with a Good Book” and “Reading in a Winter Wonderland” in the children’s section. 

January is also National “Get Organized” Month. Check out one of our self-help books filled with ideas to help you clear, or at least control, the clutter for this new year. 

Friends of the Quitman Public Library meet 2nd Tuesdays at noon in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. The public is invited to join the Friends for a one-hour meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Refreshments are served while the group discusses upcoming library events and book reviews. Officers for 2025 are Jackie Gilbreath Blalock – president, Sue Reynolds – vice-president, Anita Nance – secretary, and Rebekah Yeager – treasurer. Friends is an active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the library.

Board Games for Teens group meets every other Friday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring a couple of board games that your teens enjoy, and you are welcome to bring along snacks and drinks to share. The group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens only (ages 13 – 19). To verify game days, visit their page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/274383439356229 .

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s main lobby. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and join the group for free instruction. Bring your patterns to swap with others. 

The Wood County TX Genealogical Society meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. For meeting confirmation, follow the Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx where you can request the society’s monthly newsletter published by Deason Hunt.  

Adult GED support services are available for students who have registered online at www.ged.com. Assistance in reading/writing skills and math is available in the public computer area on Wednesdays during library hours. 

Online services are available by visiting our website at www.quitmanlibrary.org to find the TexShare® database of reference resources and Libby® and Boundless® for the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video. Also, visit the library’s online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to see our newest arrivals.  Library cards are available at no cost for those who can provide proof of residence in Wood County and photo identification. 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

 Quitman Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024   ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX

 

The Quitman Public Library will be closed for the Christmas Holiday on Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 25 - 26, 2024. Near the checkout area there are displays arranged by the QPL staff to help make your holiday season more entertaining. Stop by and check it out. 

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the lobby, but the class will not meet on Dec. 26 due to the Christmas holiday. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and join the group for free instruction.

Board Games for Teens group meets every other Friday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring a couple of board games that your teens enjoy, and you are welcome to bring along snacks and drinks to share. The group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens only (ages 13 – 19). To verify game days, visit their page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/274383439356229.

The Friends of the Quitman Public Library will meet again on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2024, at noon. There will be a book review and discussion presented by Sue Reynolds. Light refreshments will be available, and the public is always welcome. Friends is an active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the library.

Adult GED support services are available for students who have registered online at www.ged.com. Certified instructors are available in the computer area at the library to assist with reading/writing skills and math. Also, English as a Second Language (ESL) support service is available at no cost. Contact us to learn more about these programs.

Wood County TX Genealogical Society (WCTGS) meets at the library at 5:30 p.m. on third Mondays. Volunteers are ready to help you record your family’s story. For more information, visit the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

The Wood County Metal Detector Club, led by Jerry Tinney, meets on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Follow the club for updates at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1508907759602212.

Whyte Dove Writers’ Club, a distinctive group of local published authors, meets monthly on second Tuesdays from 6 – 8:30 p.m. 

Everyone who lives, works, attends school or owns property or a business in Wood County is entitled to a free library card at the Quitman Public Library. Cards are available for those who can provide photo identification and proof of residency, taxpayer status, school enrollment, or proof of employment in Wood County.  A guardian must sign for children ages 5-17.  

Download the Libby® and Boundless® apps to connect to our library’s vast collection of eBooks, audio books and streaming video. Both apps are loaded with hundreds of eBooks, audiobooks and streaming video, so choose whichever app you prefer – or use them both! 

The library subscribes to the TexShare® databases, and patrons may use their library card to access over 27,000 journals, over 171,000 eBooks, and over 15 million images, videos, and interactive resources. Find the link on the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Call us at (903) 763-4191.

Board Games for Teens at QPL!

Quitman Library Connections by Delene Allen

 Quitman Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024   ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX

 

The Quitman Public Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28 – 29, 2024. 

We now offer a new eBook resource called Boundless®. Download the app, find our library on the list, enter your patron card number and password, then open an extensive digital library including eBooks and audio filled with captivating titles across various genres, from trending bestsellers to timeless classics. Our new platform also offers activities, customizable reading programs, and more. We still have Libby®, and SimplyE® has been discontinued. 

The library subscribes to the TexShare Databases, and patrons may use their library card to access over 27,000 journals, over 171,000 eBooks, and over 15 million images, videos, and interactive resources. Find the TexShare Databases link on the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org.

The Friends of the Quitman Public Library will hold a one-hour meeting on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, at noon. There will be a book review and discussion of Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini. Light refreshments will be available, and the public is always welcome. Contact Susan Lomanto or Rebekah Yeager at 903-763-4191 to learn more about this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the library.

Wood County TX Genealogical Society (WCTGS) meets at the library at 5:30 p.m. on thurd Mondays. Volunteers are ready to help you record your family’s story. For more information, visit the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

Board Games for Teens group meets every other Friday from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring a couple of board games that your teens enjoy, and you are welcome to bring along snacks and drinks to share. The group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens only (ages 13 – 19). For more information, visit their page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/274383439356229.

In the lobby showcase, this month, is a patriotic display designed by members of the Elizabeth Denton English Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. 

Clubs that meet regularly at the library are: QPL Knitting and Crochet Group meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and patterns to trade. The Wood County Metal Detector Club, led by Jerry Tinney, meets on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Whyte Dove Writers’ Club, a distinctive group of local published authors, meets monthly on second Tuesdays from 6 – 8:30 p.m. The Wood County TX Genealogical Society meets each 3rd Monday at 5 p.m. in the library’s community room. Call the library to learn more (903) 763-4191.

Looking for a place to hold your next meeting or event? The library offers a spacious community room with the latest technological needs as well as a kitchenette. For lease information, contact the front desk at (903)763-4191.

Notary service is generally available at the library during regular business hours, but to guarantee an appointment, call (903)763-2665. Notary fee is $10 per document. 

Visit the library’s online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to see all the newest books, audiobooks, and DVDs.

Board Games for Teens at Quitman Public Library - Quitman TX

 Board Games for Teens group will meet on Friday, October 18, 2024, from 1 – 4 p.m. in the library’s community room. Bring a couple of board games that your teens enjoy, and you are welcome to bring along snacks and drinks to share. The group is designed for teens only (ages 13 – 19) and meet bi-weekly. The group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas. Call for more information 903-763-4191