A Message from the Director |
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Hello and thank you for embracing Curbside Service. It is going well because of you and the Library’s dedicated staff.
Taking books and other materials to your car, or to you as you walk up to the brick and mortar library is definitely a non-traditional form of service delivery. However, it has allowed us to maintain our connections with all of you throughout the various communities. The fact that you are fully embracing tried and true virtual resources, and the newer ones, is exciting. We are constantly working to improve our offerings. You have continued to attend streaming storytimes and other virtual programs. Also, we appreciate the many kind comments you’ve sent to us during this very different moment in time, as we, along with you, navigate the pandemic.
As always, during September, we observe one of those great library traditions, which is Library Card Sign Up Month. Please encourage others to go on the website and sign up. A library card can provide many avenues to literacy, learning and leisure reading. Take advantage of the magic of that little card, and use it to plan your fall traditions. Perhaps you need new holiday recipes; are renovating or re-decorating your home and seeking ideas and suggestions; or want to learn a new craft; or need to research something, you can find those things at the Library. A library card can make those things happen.
You may not yet be at the point of thinking about fall traditions. But get on with it soon, since the leaves will start to change; and temperatures are already doing a dance, from morning highs to evening lows. The stores are starting to burst with holiday items that will usher us into the new year. Your Library will be with you along the way; linking you to people, places, things, and events in old and new ways, via your library card.
-Gayle
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New Curbside Hours Now Under Way |
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While the Library continues to offer Curbside services at most library branches, hours have been expanded to meet the needs of patrons.
New hours are now:
Monday/Tuesday: 10 am - 7 pm
Wednesday-Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
Hours went into effect Monday, August 17.
Don't know how to place a hold? Watch this quick video and start placing your holds today!
More information is available on our website.
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Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month! |
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This year, Library Card Sign-up Month is showcasing how libraries are WONDERFUL with Wonder Woman!
Join us for a month of online activities, like Library Card Sign-up Month Bingo, share your superhero or Wonder Woman on social media, and more. Stay tuned all month long to @fulcolibrary on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to join in the fun.
If you love Wonder Woman, sign up for a library card to read comics, watch movies and so much more! How many of these Wonder Woman approved activities have you done?
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Register Today for the Fall Reading Challenge |
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Fall is almost here and that means that it is is a perfect time to Join the Fall Reading Challenge.
It's simple, just find a comfortable and cozy spot, grab a few new titles from our digital library or from our new and improved catalog and read five books to complete the new Fall Challenge on Beanstack.
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Virtual Programming at the Library
September 21 - September 27
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Join us this week, September 21 - September 27, 2020 for Virtual Programs with library staff! Click here to download and print this week's schedule at home.
Each week, we'll send out a new lineup of programs for all ages.
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New Digital Resources Are Here! |
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In case you haven’t heard, FulcoLibrary has 8 new digital library resources for library cardholders!
Visit fulcolibrary.org/digitallibrary to start enjoying new resources like Kanopy, Lynda.com, PebbleGo and more.* All you need is your library card to get started. We hope you'll enjoy the new movies, creative learning videos, educational services and more. Share your excitement with us on social media! Simply tag @fulcolibrary on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram with your photos and screenshots! Show us your favorites and you may be featured in a future campaign.
*Please note, the new paper.co service is coming soon! We'll be sure to inform all our library patrons when it is ready for public use.
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The Results Are In! Patrons Love the New Catalog! |
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Over the last few editions of @FulcoLibrary News, we've been asking you to check out the new catalog and tell us what you think!
ICYMI: the new catalog will replace our current Sirsi catalog and will allow patrons to register with the new site, manage holds, create and share book lists with much more ease, as well as keep track of what they have read, downloaded or listened to with their library card.
Here are some of the wonderful comments you have shared with us:
The new site is WONDERFUL! I often searched for books and put things on hold using the old system, and this one is such an improvement. I think I will be logging in much more, checking out the new books on order and other information just because the site is a nice place to "hang out."
There are some great features like the save list that will allow me to place titles that I want to put on hold at some time in the future so I can keep track. So far, I really like the new interface.
I love the new catalog!! The way you can put books on hold or in a "For Later" shelf is really great.
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This Week at Auburn Avenue Research Library |
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Passes Now Available for Checkout! |
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Fulton County Library System will resume the checking out of all passes currently available through our pass program. If you are familiar with the program, you will know that these items are not typically "holdable" and must be checked out in person at the library, upon availability.
Please note, the 24 hour hold will begin when you call the branch to the reserve the item. You will need to pick up the pass using our curbside services at your local branch within 24 hours. If the pass is not picked up, it will go to the next person waiting in line.
Please note: some of these passes currently have some restrictions on them, such as: reservations required before using. Please be sure to check the website of each of these partners, before visiting.
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Checking Out FulcoLibrary Podcast |
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Have you checked out, Checking Out FulcoLibrary, our new podcast? Listeners can enjoy a new podcast every week on all major Podcast platforms such as Spotify, Apple, Google and more.
Make sure to Subscribe!!
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Have You Joined the Online Book Club? |
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It’s not too late to join!
Our first reading selection is
An American Marriage.
Join the discussion and download the book for free here.
If you are signed up for the current book club, don't forget to VOTE NOW for the next online book club selection!
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Join the Library for Zoom Book Clubs |
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Are you interested in Reading Recommendations from our Librarians? You can learn about two featured books each week, one for youth and one for adults. Click on each of the images below to see a full review for each of these wonderful stories. |
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