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Library News: September 2018
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WiFi Hotspots & Chromebooks will be available for checkout starting September 5!
To increase internet access in Grand County, the library will soon be offering WiFi hotspots and Chromebooks for a 7 day checkout period!
A WiFi hotspot is a device you can use to connect gadgets, such as a laptops or tablets, to the internet. The hotspot is portable so you can use it to access the internet (via T-Mobile's network) at home or on the go.
The library's Chromebooks are small laptops that run Google's Chrome Operating System (instead of Windows or macOS). They are designed to be used primarily while connected to the internet to access applications or documents that live in the cloud.
Funds for this project have been provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act and are administered by the Utah State Library Division.
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Freedom to Read Films
Free Screenings
Tuesdays in September, 6:00 PM
Moab Library Large Meeting Room
To celebrate Banned Books Week the library is screening a series of films based on books that have been challenged in the past. These stories could not be silenced. Instead, they were adapted for the big screen. For more information about banned and challenged books visit bannedbooksweek.org.
September 4 - FAHRENHEIT 451
Based on the book by Ray Bradbury. This 1966 film adaptation is 105 minutes long and not rated.
September 11 - BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA
Based on the Newbery Medal winning book by Katherine Paterson. This 2007 film adaptation is 95 minutes long and rated PG.
September 18 - BLESS ME, ULTIMA
Based on the book by Rudolpho Anaya. This 2011 film adaptation is 102 minutes long and rated PG-13.
September 25 - GREAT GATSBY
Based on the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This 2013 film adaptation is 143 minutes long and rated PG-13.
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TEDxMoabLibrary Lunch Hour
Theme: The Right to Speak
Tuesday, September 25, 12:00 PM
Moab Library Large Meeting Room
Bring your own lunch and join us for a TED inspired lunch hour! Over lunch, we will watch recorded talks related to the theme: The Right to Speak.
For more information about TED visit their website at
TED.com.
Light refreshments will be served.
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Advance Directive Workshop
Thursday, September 27, 6:30 PM
Moab Library Large Meeting Room
In case of an emergency, are your loved ones prepared to make medical decisions on your behalf? This workshop will provide information to help you understand, prepare, or revise an advance directive for yourself or a loved one.
Presented in partnership with Moab Regional Hospital and Grand County Hospice. If you have additional questions please contact Jessie Walsh at 435-719-3772 or [email protected].
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Moab Festival of Science
October 3-7, 2018
The 3rd annual Moab Festival of Science is coming soon! The festival aims to connect and inspire the citizens of southeastern Utah with the wonders of science and the thrill of scientific discovery.
This year's keynote speaker is non-fiction writer Nicole Walker. She will discuss her latest book
Sustainability: A Love Story at Star Hall on Friday, October 5 at 7:00 PM.
Check out
all the free events the festival is hosting! Free tickets for space limited events (UMTRA tour, Star Party, and Geology Walk) are available at the Grand County Public Library and the Moab Information Center.
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Banned Books Display
Moab Library
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. To join the celebration this year, the library is hosting a series of films and a month long display of previously challenged titles.
Banned Books events highlight the value of free and open access to information. Celebrations aim to bring together the entire book community in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.
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Job Opening
The library has an opening for a full time Maintenance Worker position.
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Library Closure
The library will be closed Monday, September 3 for Labor Day.
The library will open at 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 20 due to a staff training.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Second Wednesday Book Club
Wednesday, September 12, 6:00 PM
Moab Library Board Room
September's selection is
The Invention of Nature by Andrea Wulf. Copies are available for checkout in the library.
New participants are always welcome.
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Castle Valley Book Group
Friday, September 28, 11:00 AM
Castle Valley Library
September's selection is
Stony Mesa Sagas by Chip Ward. New participants are always welcome!
The Castle Valley Library is located in the Castle Valley Community Center and is staffed Tuesdays 9AM - 1PM, Wednesdays 9AM - 4PM, Fridays 1PM - 5PM.
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Next Music Story Hour
October 13, 2018
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Free Downloadable eBooks, Audiobooks, and More!
Use your library card for 24/7 access to thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, and popular digital magazines.
Visit the library's
Digital Collections page or contact us at 435-259-1111 for assistance getting started.
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Grand County Public Library Staff
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