Books & Beyond January eNewsletter
DELAYED OPENINGS:
Wednesday, Jan. 9: Main Street Branch will open at 11 a.m. due to staff training
Thursday, Jan. 10: All Branches and Offices will open at 1 p.m. due to staff meeting

HOLIDAY CLOSURE:
Monday, Jan. 21: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
LIBRARY NEWS
Help us design a library you'll love even more !
You're invited to join us for design charrettes to imagine the best use of the Main Street and Pearl Bailey Branches, and contribute drawings, designs & ideas, to help us come up with a vision for renovated libraries.

All are welcome!
Your Response Is Needed by January 15
A study is currently underway to identify the site of the new Grissom Library. This survey is to make sure we understand what features are important to you in a new Library.  We will incorporate the results of this survey into the design of the new Grissom Library.  Take the Survey
New! Lynda.com
We are excited to now offer access to Lynda.com an awesome online learning platform that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills. From anywhere, you now have access to the Lynda.com video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts . . . for FREE!
FEATURED PROGRAMS
CHEERS! New Book Clubs for Ages 21+
We are offering two new book clubs, just for ages 21+:
NEA Big Read Hampton Roads:
NNPL Competition
Participate in this art contest for a chance to meet Claudia Rankine on Thursday, February 21. Learn more here . Submissions are due January 21.
New! PAWS to Read at Main Street
PAWS to Read is now being held at our Main Street Branch too! Children, ages 6-11, can practice their reading skills with an adorable and patient canine audience.  Learn More
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
ALL EVENTS AND CLASSES