October 11, 2017
Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX
National Family History Month, which is
observed annually during the month of October, has grown and evolved since its
2001 origin in Congress. The Quitman Public Library along with the Wood County
TX Genealogical Society invite family researchers, historians and storytellers,
to commemorate their family’s rich and deep history this month by allowing us
to assist with beginning your genealogical tree. The society will meet on
Monday, October 16, at 7 p.m. at the Quitman Public Library and the public is
invited. For more information, contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988.
The 2nd Friday Acoustical Music Jam is
Friday, October 13, at the Quitman Public Library. Acoustical musicians of all
ages and musical levels are invited to this informal jam from 6 – 9 p.m. There
will be an open mic set-up for those who wish to perform. Listeners are always
welcome. Call 903-975-5745.
Quitman Public Library patron cards are
available for those residents 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. Keep up with current events at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary and visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org.
Adult Services
Get GED Ready
@ QPL! GED® or General Educational Development preparatory class meets each
Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m. and is designed to prepare adult students for the test
in a classroom environment that is motivational. There is no cost for the
class, and students can begin at any time. Students may bring their own
materials or purchase a class workbook for $15. Students work independently at
their own pace with a certified instructor assisting according to individual
need. Sign up at the library’s front desk, or call 903-763-4191 for more
information.
Rebekah Yeager and Virginia Hoffpauir invite students of all ages and skill levels
to bring their own supplies and join the group for free crochet and knitting
instruction each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s main gallery.
Children’s
Services
Story Time meets each Thursday at 2 p.m. Lillian Gray plans an educational hour filled
with stories, crafts and plenty of fun. Upcoming themes are: Oct. 12
“Everything that is Scary” – Oct. 19 “All About Fire Safety” – Oct. 26 “Halloween
Party!” with a costume contest, games and prizes.
Story Time is designed for young readers and
home-schooled students, but anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome. Call
903-763-BOOK (2665).
Friends of the
Library
The annual FOL Fall Book Sale is set for November
1 – 4 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Donations are welcome.
On Display
In the lobby showcase is a Halloween
display designed by Beverly Chamberlain. Hand-painted pumpkins created by the
Story Time children line the front of the display.
New Arrivals
The
latest books, audiobooks and movies that have been added to our collection can
always be found by visiting our online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog.
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