Happy New Year 2022

 

Merry Christmas - 2021!

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021  ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX  

 

  Quitman Public Library staff and volunteers would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas! Special thanks to the Quitman Chamber of Commerce for the beautiful Christmas tree in the library’s front patio. The library will be closed Friday, Dec. 24 and will re-open on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021 for the Christmas holiday. Also, the library will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 31 and will re-open on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022 for the New Year’s holiday.

  There are countless eBooks and movies on Libby® and SimplyE®. Call us or stop by if you need help setting up your digital account.

  The next Friends of the Library regular meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, and you are invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library.

  Knitting and crochet instruction class will meet Thursday, Dec. 16 from 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s main gallery, then the class will be on a holiday break until Thursday, Jan. 9, 2022.   Instructors are Rebekah Yeager and Virginia Hoffpauir. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring supplies and join the group for free instruction.

  The Wood County TX Genealogical Society can assist with beginning your genealogical tree. The society will meet on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, at 7 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. To confirm meeting time, contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 and visit the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

  Photographers of all levels are invited to the In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas that meets every 4^th Monday at the library beginning at 5:30 p.m. 

  Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information.

  Looking for a place to hold your 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.

   Visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare® database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive®.

  Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Visit our pages at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary and www.quitmanlibrary.org. Wi-Fi is available 24/7. 

Toys For Tots at the Quitman Public Library - Quitman TX

 The Quitman Public LIbrary - Quitman TX is a collection site for Toys for Tots sponsored by the Wood County Marine Corp. League.

These new toys are for the children of Wood County TX. Library hours are Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

If you would like a representative to pick up your toys for donation, call (903) 763-4191 #toysfortots #toysfortots2021

The Local Library is a Small Business Owner's Best Friend

by Karen Weeks

Small businesses in the U.S. have a big role in driving economic growth. While, according to the United States Census Bureau, the majority have no more than five employees, they nonetheless create jobs and are key players in increasing innovation and economic diversity.

 

If you own a small business, especially if you’re just starting out, you probably won’t have access to many of the fancy (and high-priced) resources larger companies take for granted. That's where your local library comes in. The library is a one-stop shop where you can find everything from crucial data to real-world assistance to flexible space, all or almost all of it for free.

 

Information Resources

First and most obviously: books! A little research can help you learn any number of new tips and tricks, but buying books and maintaining subscriptions to journals can get expensive surprisingly quickly, so take advantage of being able to read for free. If you want your employees to read a particular work, hand each of them a copy rather than expecting them to procure one themselves; your local library is probably accustomed to facilitating book clubs and can easily help you round up the required number.

 

If you’re trying to find a particular fact or statistic and your usual sources aren’t helpful, reference librarians are specially trained to track down elusive information. Many libraries allow you to submit questions online as well as in-person or by phone. Some libraries also maintain collections of business-specific resources, and they hold a wealth of data about your community's demographics and local business news and trends. 

 

Library resources aren’t limited to the written (or digital) word. In addition to old-school photocopiers and paper cutters, many libraries now have 3D printers and other maker tools. You may even be able to check out audio-visual equipment, musical instruments, or tools.

 

Educational and Business Services

Services provided by libraries go well beyond book recommendations and research assistance. You may not be aware that libraries sponsor workshops and lectures on a variety of topics, including many targeted to small business owners. Libraries also offer everything from notary services to help with understanding taxes and applying for grants. 

 

Libraries are an excellent place to get in touch with your community; their classes and events are often developed in partnership with local universities, civic organizations, and economic development offices. You can also peruse bulletin boards and the list of library-sponsored events to get an idea of what people (read, "future customers") in your area like, want, and need.

 

Physical Space

You don’t have to buy a pricey coffee drink when you’re desperate to get away from your office while still getting some work done. Your local library is an excellent spot to escape distractions and settle down to your tasks. You’ll find more than a comfy chair or a sturdy desk, too. Libraries usually have meeting rooms and other spaces that you can reserve for a low fee or even for free. Whether you need a co-working space or a larger room suitable for a special presentation, the library should be first on your list.

 

Libraries have a long and commendable history of serving their communities, and their collections and expertise are useful to many more types of people than students, children, and bookworms. As a small business owner, taking advantage of everything your local library offers can be enormously valuable as you grow your company.

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021  ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX  

 

  The Wood County Historical Commission will host “History of Caddo Indians in Wood County” on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Quitman Public Library, 202 East Goode Street. Presenters are Dr. T. Guderjen and M. Walters. The public is invited to this free event.

  The library will participate in the Quitman Chamber of Commerce Candy Walk on Friday, Oct. 29 from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Friends of the Quitman Public Library are sponsoring the treats and will have a few special prizes!  

  Near the checkout area are displays of highlighting October with creepy fun reads about haunted places, vampires, black cats, and R.L Stein’s Goosebumps. There are also countless eBooks and movies on OverDrive and SimplyE. Call us or stop by if you need help setting up a digital account.

  The Annual FOL Book Sale, hosted by Friends of the Quitman Public Library, will be Nov. 2 – 5 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Friends regular meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021, and you are invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library.

  The Wood County TX Genealogical Society can assist with beginning your genealogical tree. The society will meet on Monday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. For more information, contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 and visit the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

  Photographers of all levels are invited to the In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas that meets every 4^th Monday at the library beginning at 5:30 p.m. 

  Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information.

  Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s main gallery and is taught by Rebekah Yeager and Virginia Hoffpauir. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring supplies and join the group for free instruction.

  Looking for a place to hold your 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.

   Visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive.

  Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Visit our pages at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary and www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive and Wi-Fi is available 24/7. 

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021  ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX    

 

  National Family History Month is observed in October. 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. A display in the lobby will highlight a collection of family tree charts, family history stories and photographs. The society will meet on Monday, October 18, at 7 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. For more information, contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 and visit the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

  Photographers of all levels are invited to the “In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas” that meets every 4^th Monday at the library beginning at 5:30 p.m.  

  Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information

  The Friends meet Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at noon for an hour of fellowship and fun. This year’s membership drive is in full swing, and you are invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library.

  FOL Officers for 2022 are: Tonia Nix – President, Carley Tucker – Vice President, Susan Lomanto – Secretary, Rebekah Yeager – Treasurer. Hospitality – Virginia Hoffpauir –. FOL Newsletter – Susan Lomanto

  Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s main gallery and is taught by Rebekah Yeager and Virginia Hoffpauir. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring supplies and join the group for free instruction.

  Looking for a place to hold your event this fall? 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.

    Near the checkout area are displays of highlighting October with creepy fun reads about haunted places, vampires, black cats, and R.L Stein’s Goosebumps. There are also countless ebooks on OverDrive and SimplyE. Call us or stop by if you need help setting up a digital book account.

  Visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive.

  Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Visit our pages at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary and www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive and Wi-Fi is available 24/7. 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2021  ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX  

   National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2021, and the Quitman Public Library is participating in the month-long “Register in September – Vote in November” voter registration campaign. Forms are available at the front desk.

  September is also National Library Card Sign-up Month, so stop in and see what your library has to offer. 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.

  There are a few boxes of cookbooks left over from the sale going at $10 per box. Stop by the lobby to see what is available. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library.

  Photographers of all levels are invited to the “In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas” that meets every 4^th Monday at the library beginning at 5:30 p.m.  

  Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information.

  Visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive.

  Looking for a place to hold your next 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.

  Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Visit our pages at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary and www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive and Wi-Fi is available 24/7.                             

Adult Services

  Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s main gallery and is taught by Rebekah Yeager and Virginia Hoffpauir. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring supplies and join the group for free instruction.

 Friends of the Library

  The Friends meet Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at noon for an hour of fellowship and fun. This year’s membership drive is in full swing, and you are invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the Quitman Public Library.

  FOL Officers for 2022 are: Tonia Nix – President, Carley Tucker – Vice President, Susan Lomanto – Secretary, Rebekah Yeager – Treasurer. Hospitality – Virginia Hoffpauir –. FOL Newsletter – Susan Lomanto and Delene Allen

 Genealogy

  The Wood County TX Genealogical Society meets Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at 7 p.m. in the library’s Shamburger Community Room. The society invites newcomers and will help you research your family history. Contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 for meeting confirmation and follow the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

 On Display

  Near the checkout area is a display of books highlighting the American Library Association’s “Banned Books Month” to promote freedom to read.

  Also, a collection of antique kitchen gadgets and recipe books, on loan from Rebekah Yeager, is on display in the front lobby.

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

 The Quitman Public Library recognizes the “Dog Days of Summer” which refers to a time of particularly hot and humid weather occurring during the summer months of July and August. You are invited to stop by the library, cool off, and check out the display near the front desk that celebrates these days of lethargy.  For our youngest readers, find a book that has a “dog” book marker, and you win an ice cream cone courtesy of Quitman’s Sonic Drive-In!

  It’s a Cookbook Sale! The Friends of the QPL are holding a Cookbook Sale from Aug. 24 – Sep. 3, 2021, in the main lobby. Prices are reasonable and some of these are one-of-a-kind.

  Looking for a place to hold your next 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.

  The library offers activities throughout the summer. Photographers of all levels are invited to the “In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas” that meets every 4th Monday at the library beginning at 5:30 p.m. Free knitting and crochet instruction class 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 TX Genealogical Society will begin meeting in September on each 3rd Monday at 7 p.m. in the library’s community room. Contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 for meeting confirmation and follow the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

  Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information.

  Visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive.

  Library cards are free to 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

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, July 29 2021   ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX  

 

 During the 118^th Old Settler’s Reunion, volunteers from the Wood County TX Genealogical Society will be available to assist visitors with family history research at the Quitman Public Library on Thursday, Aug. 5, and Friday, Aug. 6, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. each day. Contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 for an appointment, or just stop by the library at 202 East Goode Street in downtown Quitman. Follow the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

   July’s Money Camp wrapped up nicely with an awards party for those who participated. Special thanks to Peggy Lustig of Gateway to Libraries – Jacksonville TX for organizing this regional event that was sponsored for the Quitman Public Library by City National Bank - Quitman.

  In August, the library will recognize Dog Days of Summer with a special children’s display highlighting dogs – man’s best friend. If a dog bookmarker is found in the book you check out, you will receive a prize!

  Summer lunch snacks are available for children daily 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. until school begins and is sponsored by the Quitman Rotary Club.   

  The In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas meets every 4^th Monday at the library at 5:30 p.m. Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their own supplies and patterns to trade. Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information.

  Visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive.

  Library cards are free to 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.

Quitman Library Connections by Delene Allen

 

Quitman Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, June 3, 2021   ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX  

 

QPL Summer Reading, “Tails and Tales,” takes place during the month of June, and there will be an activity and cartoon show scheduled each Wednesday from 2 - 3 p.m. in the library’s community room. The program is designed for children ages 4 – 12. Reading cards will be ready on June 1 at the library and on the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org. Fill up the card and win a free ice cream cone courtesy of Sonic in Quitman, as well as a swim pass to the Quitman City Pool courtesy of Quitman-Lake Fork Kiwanis. Summer lunch snacks will be available for children daily, while they last, and is sponsored by the Quitman Rotary Club.   

 

The Quitman Public Library has joined E-Read Texas to bring you even more eBooks! E-Read Texas is a program that provides libraries access to over 6,000 eBook titles. These titles are available on an app called SimplyE. It is important to note that SimplyE is not replacing OverDrive/Libby. Rather, it combines all the materials from OverDrive and E-Read Texas to enhance your e-reading experience.. However, if you prefer to just use OverDrive/Libby you do still have that option.

 

If you would like to check out SimplyE, download the app at the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once downloaded, click on “Settings” and then “Accounts.” Click on “Add Library” and scroll down until you find “Quitman Public Library.” You will need to log in using your library card number. If you have any questions, please call the library at 903-763-4191.

 

Photographers of all levels are invited to the “In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas” that meets every 4^th Monday at the library. Meet other photographers, share ideas, and participate in photography-related events. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the 6:30 p.m. meeting and workshop.

 

Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information.

 

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. 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 each 3rd Monday at 7 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 for meeting confirmation and follow the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

 

Online services are available by visiting our website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare® database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive®, Visit the library’s online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to check out our newest arrivals.  

 

Library cards are free to 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. Contact the library by calling 903-763-4191, or email us at quitmanlibrarian@gmail.com. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

 

Quitman Public Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, May 20, 2021   ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX

 

 

Brookshire Grocery Company along with the Quitman Public Library will host a “Meet the Author” event for the company’s 92-year history book titled From Cotton Picker to Store Keeper, written by long-time employee Jim Powell. The community is invited to attend the event on Friday, May 21, 2021 from 10 a.m. until noon at the library located at 202 East Goode Street in Quitman TX. The softcover (paperback) books are being sold for $10 each and will be available for purchase. Face coverings or masks are encouraged.

 

Near the front check-out is a staff-created display called “Music May-nia” which is filled with autobiographies and biographies of musicians who have made their mark in the world. Stop by and check it out.  

 

QPL Summer Reading, “Tails and Tales,” will happen during the month of June, and there will be an activity and cartoon show scheduled for each Wednesday from 2 - 3 p.m. in the library’s community room. The program is designed for children ages 4 – 12. Reading cards will be ready on June 1 at the library and on the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org. Fill up the card and win a free ice cream cone courtesy of Sonic in Quitman, as well as a swim pass to the Quitman City Pool courtesy of Quitman-Lake Fork Kiwanis. Summer lunch snacks will be available for children daily, while they last, and is sponsored by the Quitman Rotary Club.   

 

Photographers of all levels are invited to the “In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas” that meets every 4^th Monday at the library. Meet other photographers, share ideas, and participate in photography-related events. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the 6:30 p.m. meeting and workshop.

 

Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information.

 

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. 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 each 3rd Monday at 7 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 for meeting confirmation and follow the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

 

Online services are available by visiting our website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare® database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive®, Visit the library’s online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to check out our newest arrivals.  

 

Library cards are free to 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. Contact the library by calling 903-763-4191, or email us at quitmanlibrarian@gmail.com. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

Covid - 19 Vaccine Clinic at Quitman Public Library

 

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

 

Quitman Library Connections by Delene Allen

Thursday, April 22, 2021   ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX         

 

Each year the month of April is set aside as National Poetry Month, inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996, and the Quitman Public Library is highlighting this event with a display near the front check-out area. Because poetic fragments have been found on monoliths and rune stones, historians believe that poetry originated from people reciting or singing to remember things – like we still do today.

 

Friends of the Quitman Public Library will hold its last meeting of the season on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at noon in the Shamburger Community Room. Friends of the Quitman Public Library is an active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the library.

 

Photographers of all levels are invited to the “In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas” that now meets every 4^th Monday at the Quitman Public Library, 202 East Goode Street, Quitman, TX. Meet other photographers, share ideas, and participate in photography-related events. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the 6:30 p.m. meeting and workshop.

 

Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information

 

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. 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 each 3rd Monday at 7 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 for meeting confirmation and follow the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx.

 

Adult GED support services are available for students who have registered online at www.ged.com. Each Wednesdays during library hours, a certified instructor will be on hand to assist with reading/writing skills and math.

  

Online services are available by visiting our website at www.quitmanlibrary.org where you can find the TexShare® database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive®, Visit the library’s online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to check out our newest arrivals.  

 

Library cards are free to 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.

    

Contact the library by calling 903-763-4191, or email us at quitmanlibrarian@gmail.com. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

Register to VOTE at the library on March 16th

Register to vote (or verify that your information is correct) at the Quitman Public Library on Tuesday, March 16th from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.  

If have moved since the last voting time, you need to make a change of address for voting purposes. April 1st is the last day to register to vote for the May 2021 elections. 

Quitman Library Connections by Delene Allen

to run Thursday, March 11, 2021   ●   Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX

March is the time to plan your garden for spring and summer blooms, and the Quitman Public Library has information you need to get ready. Near the front desk is a seasonal display of books, selected by the Quitman Garden Club, with tips for planting, gardening, food preservation and processing. 

  

There will be no free Federal Income Tax assistance at the Quitman Public Library this tax season, however, printed forms are available here.  AARP Tax Aide office at 1-888-227-7669 for the nearest free tax preparation site. Public computers, with no time limits, are available at the library.

  

Photographers of all levels are invited to the “In-Focus Photography Club of East Texas” that now meets every 4th Monday at the Quitman Public Library, 202 East Goode Street, Quitman, TX. Meet other photographers, share ideas, and participate in photography-related events. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the 6:30 p.m. meeting and workshop.

  

Cancer Cysters and Breast Friends support group meets in the library’s community room on the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 8 p.m. Call 903-850-3978 for more information

  

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. 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. Masks and social distancing are required for this group.

  

The Wood County TX Genealogical Society meets each 3rd Monday at 7 p.m. in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room. Contact David Gilbreath at 972-977-7988 for meeting confirmation and follow the society’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx. 

  

Friends of the Quitman Public Library will meet Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at noon in the Shamburger Community Room. Friends of the Quitman Public Library 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. 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 where you can find the TexShare® database of reference resources and the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video on OverDrive®, Visit the library’s online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to check out our newest arrivals.  Library cards are free to 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.

    

Contact the library by calling 903-763-4191, or email us at quitmanlibrarian@gmail.com. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

Support Group Now Meeting at Quitman Public Library