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.