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December 2016
News, etc
From the Friends of Rowan Public Library
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National Parks Celebrate 100 Years
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 National Parks 100th Celebration
Monday, December 5th, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
A pictorial journey through U.S. National Parks presented by Dr. Wyndham Whynot, professor of History at Livingstone College, celebrates the 100th year of the National Park Service. An accompanying display is featured at RPL Headquarters in Salisbury.
This program is free and open to the public.
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Carolina Artists Guild featured at RPL
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The talented members of the Carolina Artists Guild will display their artwork at RPL Headquarters in Salisbury during the month of December.
The
Carolina Artists Guild
was formed in 1990 for the express purpose of providing more opportunities for local artists to be recognized within the central Carolina community.
All artists at any level of expertise, including art students and other individuals interested in promoting arts in the community, are welcome to join. Visit their web page for more information.
Please enjoy this featured exhibit during your next visit to RPL.
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Holiday Programs at RPL
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RoBoJo Holiday Show
Saturday, December 3rd at 2:00 pm, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
RoboJo Theatre Troupe returns to RPL for the 19th annual presentation of their Holiday Theater. A fun crew of talented local actors joins RPL's Children's staff to perform an hour-long variety show featuring skits, songs, readers' theater, and audience participation.
Winter Traditions
Tuesday, December 6th at 10:00 am, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Learn about winter traditions from around the world. This program is geared for children under 11 years old and is sponsored by Smart Start Rowan.
Holiday Pajama Express
Tuesday, December 6th at 6:00 pm, South Rowan Regional (China Grove)
Hop on board for an evening of holiday fun, refreshments, and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Don't forget to wear your favorite holiday pajamas! Call 704-216-7729 for more details.
Oh, What a Christmas!
Saturday, December 10th at 10:30 am, RPL East Branch (Rockwell)
Join us in a fun-filled day of Christmas stories with the Elves from the East Branch. Light refreshments with be served while we have crafts, activities, Christmas Karaoke, and a special visit from you-know-who!
Family Movie Night: Arthur Christmas 
Tuesday, December 13th at 5:30 pm, RPL East Branch (Rockwell)
Will Santa be able to deliver billions of presents to the world in one night? With Arthur's help and determination, not one child will be forgotten. Rated PG, this film has a runtime of 97 minutes. Light refreshments will be served.
Treemendous Christmas
Wednesday, December 14th at 10:00 am, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Join us for holiday stories and fun, with a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus! For more information call 704-216-8234.
No-School Cinema: Marvel Marathon 
Thursday, December 22nd at 9:30 am, RPL East Branch, (Rockwell)
This Marvel Marathon features
Iron Man I, II, and III. All three films are rated PG-13 and have run-times of, respectively, 126 min., 124 min., and 130 min.
Iron Man I begins at 9:30 am,
Iron Man II at Noon, and
Iron Man III at 2:30 pm. Children ages 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Light refreshments will be served.
Movie Night at East: Rear Window
Wednesday, December 28th at 6:00 pm, RPL East Branch (Rockwell)
Alfred Hitchcock's
Rear Window is a classic whodunit. Starring Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly, this murder mystery is as well-crafted narratively as it is aesthetically. This film is PG; runtime is 112 minutes. Light refreshments will be served.
All events are free and open to the public. Please join us for holiday fun!
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Closings at RPL in December
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 Rowan Public Library will be closed Friday, December 9th for a staff development program. Normal hours resume Saturday, December 10th.
Rowan Public Library will be closed Friday, December 23rd-Tuesday, December 27th. Normal hours resume Wednesday, December 28th.
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Book Bites Book Club
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Tuesday, December 13th at 6:00 pm, South Rowan Regional (China Grove)
This month the group is reading and discussing
Fair and Tender Ladies by Lee Smith. For more information, please call 704-216-7731.
This program is free and open to the public. Light refreshments served.
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Friends Planning Memorable Trips for 2017
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How does one choose between breathtaking Pacific vistas and magical Christmas traditions in the Swiss Alps and Germany? Luckily, there's no need to - both trips are included in the 2017 roster of memorable trips offered by the Friends of RPL and Collette.
The Pacific Northwest's Coastal Treasures tour, featuring the San Juan Islands and Victoria, is scheduled for August 6-14, 2017. Magical Christmas Markets of Austria and Germany is scheduled for November 25-December 1, 2017.
The Friends of RPL will offer an informational session about these two trips on Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at 7:00 pm at RPL Headquarters in Salisbury. Join us for a presentation about these exciting travel opportunities. Brochures with more information on both trips are available at all library locations; details are also accessible via the
library's website.
We look forward to seeing you on January 24!
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Holiday Literary Gift Baskets on Sale Now!
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Get your holiday shopping done quickly and easily this year by purchasing Literary Gift Baskets, on sale now at all RPL locations. Each basket includes one or more gently used books along with gift items related to the book's theme. Best of all, the baskets are beautifully wrapped and ready for giving.
The Friends of RPL depend on your gifts of books and other items to create these literary gift baskets, so please continue your generous donations. Thank you for your support and happy holidays from the Friends of RPL!
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A Gift That Keeps on Giving @ RPL
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Given by Joe Ellis, Jr. to the Gertrude Thompson Ellis Endowment
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In Honor of Betty Middleton given by Melody Moxley to the Elmer and Mildred Moxley Endowment
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In Honor of Amelia Brier Trundle given by Robert Trundle to the
Amelia Brier Trundle Endowment
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In Memory of Rose Ward given by the Salisbury Woman's Club to the Salisbury Woman's Clubhouse Endowment
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