Story Time - October 13, 2016

Join us Thursday, October 13, 2016 from 2 – 3 p.m. It's "All About Pirates!"
Story Time is an educational hour filled with stories, crafts and plenty of fun. It is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome.
For more information, call 903-763-BOOK (2665) or email Lillian Gray at graybooks88@gmail.com.

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX                                                                             

October 5, 2016

       

                In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week October 9 – 15, 2016, the Quitman Volunteer Fire Department, under the direction of Chief Scott Wheeler, has donated the following children’s book to the library: Fire Safety with Lieutenant Toby! by Ed Schneyer Jr.  Fire Prevention Week has its roots in the Great Chicago Fire which occurred on October 8, 1871, leaving 100,000 people homeless and burning more than 2000 acres in 27 hours. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week recognizing that public education is the best means of fire prevention. 

                The next 2^nd Friday Acoustical Jam is Friday, October 14, 6 - 9 p.m. in the Thurman Shamburger Room of the Quitman Public Library. Acoustic musicians of all ages and musical levels are invited to join in, and listeners are always welcome.  Refreshments will be available. For more information, call 903-952-8305.

                The Quitman Public Library will present “Spooky Stories Around the Campfire” on Monday, October 31, 2016 from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at Gov. Jim Hogg City Park.  The public is invited to gather around the library’s booth to share spine-chilling stories.  Other exciting events and contests are scheduled.

                 Regular hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.  Call 903-763-4191 for more information or visit our website at www.quitmanlibrary.org. Keep up with current events on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.     

Adult Services

                Get GED Ready@ Quitman Public Library! GED preparatory class meets each Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m. and is taught by certified instructor, Susan Resnik.  A study program will be designed to fit individual needs. Register by calling 903-763-4191 or stop by during any class time. The library is also a registered test site for distance learners taking online courses that require a proctor. 

                Knitting and crochet instructor, Virginia Hoffpauir, invites everyone to bring their own supplies and join her group this fall for a fun time of free instruction.  Stop by the library’s main gallery each Thursday, 2 – 4 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Genealogy

                 The Wood County Genealogical Society meets Monday, October 17, 2016 at 7 p.m. in the library’s community room. Members are happy to assist those who are researching family history. Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx/ to learn more about the society.

Children’s Services

                The Story Time Gang meets each Thursday at 2 p.m.  Lillian Gray plans an educational hour filled with stories, crafts and plenty of fun. Weekly themes: October 6^th – bats, October 13^th – explorers and pirates, October 20^th – bugs.  Story Time is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome.  For more information, call 903-763-BOOK (2665).

Friends of the Library

                Friends of the Library meets Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at noon. Special guest is local author, Ann Norris. Martha Johnson will present the “5-Minute No Spoiler Book Review,” so bring your sack lunch and spend the noon hour with Friends.  Light refreshments will be served. Officers for FY2017: Misty Dawn Sublett – President, Cathy Dye – Vice President, Lillian Gray – Secretary, Kim Watterson – Treasurer, Hospitality – Martha Johnson.

On Display

                In the lobby showcase is a display honoring the Quitman Volunteer Fire Department designed by Beverly Chamberlain.

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX                                                           

September 21, 2016

       

            The Friends of the Quitman Public Library is holding its Annual Fall Book Sale! It will be a 2-day sale beginning Friday, September 30^th from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and continuing on Saturday, October 1^st from 8 a.m – 6 p.m.  Volunteers will be setting up for the sale on Thursday, September 29^th from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., so stop in to preview, help out, or make an offer we cannot refuse.

            Quitman Public Library cardholders, if you have a mobile phone or reading device, download the OverDrive® app for access to countless eBooks, audiobooks and videos. Patrons may check out up to five online items for either 7 or 14 days. Visit the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org and click on the OverDrive link.

            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 on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.       

Adult Services

            Get GED Ready@ Quitman Public Library! GED preparatory class meets each Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m. and is taught by certified instructor, Susan Resnick.  A study program will be designed to fit individual needs. Register by calling 903-763-4191 or stop by during any class time.

            Quitman Public Library is a registered proctor site for colleges like Tyler Junior College, Kilgore College, Columbia Southern, and Texas Tech. If you are a distance learner taking online courses and need a Texas State Certified administrator to proctor your test, contact the library at 903-763-4191. 

            Knitting and crochet instructor, Virginia Hoffpauir, invites everyone to bring their own supplies and join her group this fall for a fun time of free instruction.  Stop by the library’s main gallery each Thursday, 2 – 4 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Genealogy

             The Wood County Genealogical Society invites visitors to the library’s genealogy department to research online genealogical records using Heritage Quest, Geni, and the library’s database of digitized images.  There are also unpublished family files exclusive to the library, and a volunteer would be happy to help you research these files. Microfilm readers are available for viewing the Wood County Democrat (1914-2015).  Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx/ to learn more about the society.

Children’s Services

            The Story Time Gang meets each Thursday at 2 p.m.  Lillian Gray plans an educational hour filled with stories, crafts and plenty of fun. Weekly themes: September 22^nd – friendship, September 29^th – character –building, October 6^th – bats, October 13^th – explorers and pirates.

            Story Time is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome.  For more information, call 903-763-BOOK (2665).

Friends of the Library

            Friends of the Library meets Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at noon. Special guest is local author, Ann Norris. Martha Johnson will present the “5-Minute No Spoiler Book Review,” so bring your sack lunch and spend the noon hour with Friends.  Light refreshments will be served.

            Officers for FY2017 are Misty Dawn Sublett – President, Cathy Dye – Vice President, Lillian Gray – Secretary, Kim Watterson – Treasurer, Hospitality – Martha Johnson.

 

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX                                                           

September 7, 2016

       

            Get GED Ready@ Quitman Public Library! GED preparatory class meets each Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m. and is taught by certified instructor, Susan Resnick.  Initially, the instructor will meet with each student for assessment, and then will design a study program to fit individual needs. Register by calling 903-763-4191 or stop by during any class time.

            Quitman Public Library is a registered proctor site for colleges like Tyler Junior College, Kilgore College, Columbia Southern, and Texas Tech. If you are a distance learner taking online courses and need a Texas State Certified administrator to proctor your test, contact the library at 903-763-4191. 

            The next 2nd Friday Acoustical Music Circle is Friday, September 9, 2016 from 6 - 9 p.m.  Acoustic musicians of all ages and musical levels are invited to join in, and listeners are always welcome. For more information, call Eugene Allen 903-975-5745. 

            Stop in soon and see what the library has to offer. Near the check-out desk, Melissa Frosch has arranged a display of “Staff Picks” as well as a collection of books and media observing the 9/11 attack on our country. Borrowing privileges are available to individuals 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.  Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.  Keep up with current events on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

Adult Services

            Knitting and crochet instructor, Virginia Hoffpauir, invites everyone to bring their own supplies and join her group this fall for a fun time of free instruction.  Stop by the library’s main gallery each Thursday, 2 – 4 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome. 

Genealogy

             The Wood County Genealogical Society invites visitors to the library’s genealogy department to view family files and records of early settlers of Wood County.  You may research online genealogical records using Heritage Quest, Geni, and the library’s database of digitized images.  There are also unpublished family files exclusive to the library, and a volunteer would be happy to help you research these files. A microfilm reader is available for viewing the Wood County Democrat (1914-2015).  Call 903-763-4191or visit  https://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx/ to learn more about the society.

Children’s Services

            The Story Time Gang meets each Thursday at 2 p.m.  Lillian Gray plans an educational hour filled with stories, crafts and plenty of fun. Story Time is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome.  For more information, call 903-763-BOOK (2665).

Friends of the Library

            Brookshire’s of Quitman joins the library in welcoming back the Friends of the Quitman Public Library. On Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at noon, the Friends will meet for a “Welcome Back” party to gather with old friends and meet prospective new members.  Officers for FY2017 will be Diane Moseley – President, Cathy Dye – Vice President, Lillian Gray – Secretary, Kim Watterson – Treasurer. 

September 2016 Quitman Public Library Connections

Welcome back, Friends of the Quitman Public Library! We’re looking forward to an exciting season for 2016-2017. New FOL officers for FY2017 are as follows:  Diane Moseley – President, Cathy Dye – Vice President, Lillian Gray – Secretary, Kim Watterson – Treasurer.

            Lots of exciting things have happened since we last met in May, and rather than list it all here, I will present a short slide show at our meeting on September 6^th at noon. Just bring yourself and a friend, because the Quitman Public Library and Brookshire’s – Quitman will sponsor refreshments.

            At the end of May 2016, Kim Watterson reported the FOL balance as $2860.16, which is really good. This time of year, we have a fundraiser that is usually a book sale and bake sale – or we can plan another type of fundraiser. Last year, the quilt raffle did very well.  New fundraising ideas are always welcome!

            Author, Ann Norris, is lined up for our October 11^th meeting to talk about her new book, “Voices From Beyond.” Ann and her husband, Jeff, live right here in Quitman.

             As always, I thank the Friends of the Library for its generous support of the Quitman Public Library.

Delene H. Allen, Library Director

 

QPL Connections by Delene Allen

Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX                                                           

August 10, 2016

       

            The next 2^nd Friday Acoustical Music Circle is Friday, August 12, 6 - 9 p.m.  Acoustic musicians of all ages and musical levels are invited to join in, and listeners are always welcome.  Refreshments will be available. For more information, call 903-952-8305.

            With kids heading back to the classroom this August, the Quitman Public Library is highlighting some of the online resources that are especially helpful to young scholars. Students can find a variety of tools for homework help on our website under the Youth Connection and Reference tabs. Use Discovery Texas® to find actual books, articles, and other items in all libraries across Texas, and then request them for delivery to this library by using Interlibrary Loan. Exclusive online resources can be found in the TexShare® Databases accessible within the library’s website at www.quitmanlibrary.org. Call 903-763-4191 for log-in information.

            Stop in soon and see what the library has to offer. Borrowing privileges are available to individuals 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.  Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.  Keep up with current events on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

Adult Services

            GED preparatory classes will begin September 1, 2016 from 4 – 6 p.m. and will be taught by certified instructor, Susan Resnick.  Materials will be provided and there is no cost for this class. Call 903-763-4191 for more information.

            Knitting and crochet instructor, Virginia Hoffpauir, invites everyone to bring their own supplies and join her group for a fun time of free instruction.  Stop by the library’s main gallery each Thursday, 2 – 4 p.m. 

            Art classes will not meet during the month of August.

Genealogy

             The Wood County Genealogical Society invites visitors to the library’s genealogy department to view family files and records of early settlers of Wood County.  You may research online genealogical records using Ancestry.com, Heritage Quest, Geni, and the library’s database of digitized images.  Also available is a microfilm reader/printer for viewing the Wood County Democrat (1914-2015).  Call 903-763-4191 for more information.

Children’s Services

            The Story Time Gang meets Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 2 p.m., and the theme will be “All About Apples!”  Lillian Gray plans an educational hour filled with stories, crafts and plenty of fun. Story Time is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome.  For more information, call 903-763-BOOK (2665)

Friends of the Library

            Friends of the Quitman Public Library will meet on Tuesday, September 13, 2016. Officers for FY2017 will be Diane Moseley – President, Cathy Dye – Vice President, Lillian Gray – Secretary, Kim Watterson – Treasurer.

New Arrivals

            The latest books, audiobooks and movies that have been added to our library’s physical collection can always be found by visiting our online catalog at http://quitman.biblionix.com/catalog. Visit www.quitmanlibrary.org to download the OverDrive® app and connect to our library’s vast collection of eBooks, audiobooks and streaming videos to enjoy on your electronic devices.  

GED...YES, you can DO IT!!

YES, You Can DO IT!! 

GED® class will resume Thursday, September 1, 2016. This General Educational Development preparatory class, taught by Susan Resnick, is on Thursdays from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Quitman Public Library - Quitman TX and runs concurrently with the Q.I.S.D. calendar. There is no charge for this class.