QPL Story Time - November 2, 2016

It's "All About the Caldecott Medal" at Story Time on Thursday, November 2, 2016 at the Quitman Public Library, 202 East Goode Street, Quitman TX.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 to run November 2, 2016

Wood County Monitor – Quitman TX                                                           

November 2, 2016

            November is National Native American Heritage Month, and the Quitman Public Library is recognizing this event with a display of media available for check out.  Also, there is a holiday collection of books for pleasure reading, movies with a holiday theme, and books with recipe and decorating ideas to make Thanksgiving 2016 extra special. These displays are located near the check-out desk.

            The next 2nd Friday Acoustical Music Circle is Friday, November 11, 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.

            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.     

Advisory Board

            The Library Advisory Board will hold its next meeting on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 6 p.m. The public is always welcome.  

Adult Services

            Knitting and crochet instructor, Virginia Hoffpauir, invites everyone to bring his or her 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.  All ages and skill levels are welcome.

            Get GED Ready@ Quitman Public Library each Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m.  Class is taught by certified instructor, Susan Resnik.  Stop by or call 903-763-4191.

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. Upcoming weekly themes: November 3^rd –Caldecott Books, November 10^th - Lewis & Clark with Sacajawea, November 17^th – Ways to say “Thank you.” There will be no story time on November 24^th because of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Story Time is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome.  Call 903-763-BOOK (2665). Special thanks go to Peoples Telephone – Quitman TX for funding and sponsorship of crafts and activities for the Story Time Gang.

Friends of the Library

            Friends of the Library will hold an informal gathering at The Texas Tea Room on Tuesday, November 8, 2016.  The group will hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, December 13^th, 2016 at noon when the Quitman Elementary Choir will sing Christmas carols in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room.  The public is always welcome.

Genealogy

             The Wood County Genealogical Society meets Monday, November 21, 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.

New Arrivals

            Over 170 new e-book and audio book titles have been added this month to the library’s online collection. Download the OverDrive® app for access to countless eBooks and audiobooks from the Quitman Public Library.  You may check out up to five online items for your choice of 7 or 14 days.

On Display

            In the lobby showcase is a display of owls and elephants from the personal collection of Beverly Chamberlain. Among the interesting pieces is an Indian elephant carved from walnut wood.

Halloween Story Time!

Don't miss THE MAGIC MAN," Mr. Earl O'Daniel at our Story Time PARTY on Thursday, October 27, 2016 from 2 – 3 p.m. 
It's "All About a Halloween Party!" 
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 19, 2016

       

                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 fire pit 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 each Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m.  Class is taught by certified instructor, Susan Resnik.  Study at your own pace. Stop by or call 903-763-4191. The library is also a registered test site for distance learners taking courses that require a proctor. 

                Knitting and crochet instructor, Virginia Hoffpauir, invites everyone to bring his or her 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, November 21, 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. Upcoming weekly themes: October 20^th – bugs and insects, October 27^th – It’s a Halloween Party!, November 3^rd – Lewis & Clark with Sacajawea.  Story Time is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome.  Call 903-763-BOOK (2665).

Friends of the Library

                Friends of the Library will hold an informal gathering at The Texas Tea Room on Tuesday, November 8, 2016.  The group will hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, December 13^th, 2016 at noon when the Quitman Elementary Choir will sing Christmas carols in the library’s Thurman Shamburger Community Room.  The public is always welcome.

On Display

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

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.