Wilkes County Public Library | October 2022 | |
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Connect ...Inspire,
Explore ... Empower.
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From Suzanne Moore, our County Librarian
The library gets by with a little help from our Friends . . . actually, we get by with a lot of help from our Friends! During the week of October 16-22, the library will celebrate its Friends of the Library. Patrons might be surprised to learn how many services and programs are supported by the Friends of the Library.The Friends' book sale (see below) raises funds for the library.The Friends also provide refreshments at many events, including the reception for Michael Almond's author talk on October 27 (more below). And the Friends host events, such as the annual antiques roadshow. For an application to join the Friends, click here.
With help from our Friends, the possibilities are endless at your library!
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Diapers & Wipes Needed
We'll have a Diaper Supply Drive all during October @ the library! Wipes are needed too. We are joining with the Wilkes Community Partnership for Children to collect diapers size 4, 5 & 6 and baby wipes.
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Our Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
Week of October 3:
Drop your decorated pumpkins off at the library. Make sure the pumpkin is not carved or punctured in decorating it.
Next two weeks:
Vote for the best pumpkin.
October 24 Winner will be announced.
October 29 Join us for Halloween @ the library!
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Alice Gerrard at the
Wilkes Heritage Museum,
October 25 @ 7 pm
Alice Gerrard’s albums are critically acclaimed. Ms. Gerrard has been inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame, located at the Wilkes Heritage Museum. In 2017 she was inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Association Hall of Fame along with her collaborator Hazel Dickens.
On Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at the Wilkes Heritage Museum @ 7 pm, "You Gave Me a Song," a documentary about Alice Gerrard's career will be shown. Afterward, Ms. Gerrard will answer questions from the audience, play music, and sell & sign CDs.
Sponsored by the Wilkes Acoustic Folk Society, the Wilkes County Public Library, and the Wilkes Heritage Museum
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You're invited to the library...
for a talk & book signing with Michael Almond, author of The Tannery, a recent, widely praised historical novel set in Wilkes County. Enjoy refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library, as you ask Mr. Almond questions after his talk. Copies of his book will be available for purchase.
Wilkes County Public Library
October 27 @ 5:30 pm
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Wilkes County Public Library can help you get the party started! If you’re looking for some fun, click here to checkout the newest items available. All you need is an active library membership to take home fun and games for outdoor entertainment. Enjoy pickleball, ladder ball, disc golf, corn hole, badminton, croquet, horseshoes, and bowling. While playing outside with friends and family, you may want to amplify your party music with Bluetooth speakers, too.
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Health Literacy Programs
@ the library
presented by
Wilkes Literacy
Monday, October 10 @ 4 pm
Understanding Online Health Information
Monday, October 24 @ 4 pm
Making the Most of Healthcare Visits
Sign up online at www.wilkesliteracy.org/livewell
or call 336-818-1323
Participants are eligible for a
$100 Cook's gift card.
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Talking Service Book Club
At the library, pick up a free copy of the anthology Standing Down: From Warrior to Civilian. Join our monthly conversations reflecting on a reading in this anthology. At the meeting, learn how to participate in the Wilkes County Veterans History Project.
Friday, October 14 at 10 am
We're reading "Shallow Hands" by Michael Poggi.
For an emailed copy, send a message to mltugman@arlibrary.org.
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Now available at the library! | |
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Kids' Weekly In-person Programs
Tuesday
11 am Story Time @ the library
Kids' Weekly Online Programs
Monday
11 am Monday Mayhem
Thursdays
9:30 am Baby Songs
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Traphill Branch Library will host jam sessions every fourth Saturday. Jammin’ at the Branch is open to anyone who wants experience playing and singing in a supportive, educational, fun jam setting. The emphasis is on participants playing and hearing basic chord changes cleanly and in time. We will share songs, learn new songs, and work on arrangements of selected material. Geared for beginners, experienced musicians are also welcome to help others with technique and timing.
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Story Walks
Locations:
Smoot Park & Fish Dam Creek Park
Here's something fun to do outdoors!
Enjoy one of our story walks. Read a story at your pace & participate in each activity you come across.
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Creative Writers
Second Tuesdays @ 10 am
in the library
Enjoy a group of writers who come together to share their stories facilitated
by Dr. Larry Kilby.
Writers & audience members are welcome!
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Chix with Sticks
Join the fun at the library
every Monday from 4 pm to 6 pm.
Like to crochet or knit or learn how to?
All skill levels welcome.
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Try out the StudentAccess Program and the NC Kids Digital Library!
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To access most online & digital resources at the library: Use your library card number and PIN (the last 4 numbers of the phone number you gave us). Or, if you are a Wilkes County public school student, you can log in with your student ID (lunch) number; your PIN is the last 4 numbers of your student ID. Your institution is Appalachian Regional Library. | |
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Libby by OverDrive
Find ebooks, audiobooks, & magazines for adults, teens & kids. Install the Libby app from the app store on your device. Follow the Libby prompts, find Appalachian Regional Library & sign in with your library card number. Browse & borrow a title. Enjoy e-reading!
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Baby's Easy Safe Sleep Training
Wilkes Health Department program
@ the library
Wednesday, October 12 at 11 am
This 1-hour class teaches families the safest sleep practices for babies to reduce SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). To attend, you must be at least 30 weeks pregnant or a parent of an infant under 1 year old. You will receive a free PACK'N'Play for attending (one per infant). For more info, call the Health Department at 336-651-7469.
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VAYA Health program
@ the library.
Friday, October 7
2-3 pm: Schizophrenia and psychosis
3-4 pm: Anti-psychotic medications
Friday, November 4
2-3 pm: A rainbow of mental health, an introduction, Part 1
3-4 pm: A rainbow of mental health, an introduction, Part 2
For more information, contact Mandy Matney at 336-818-1229 ext. 4442 or mandy.matney@vayahealth.com.
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Thursday, October 13 @ 5-7 pm
Friday & Saturday
October 14-15 @ 9 am-5 pm
611 Cherry Street, North Wilkesboro
near the Stone Center
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Be sure to take a look at our displays! | |
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Wilkes County Public Library
215 Tenth Street
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 838-2818
Suzanne Moore, County Librarian
Traphill Branch Library
6938 Traphill Road
Traphill, NC 28685
(336) 863-3563
Linda Pranger, Branch Manager
Traphill's Facebook page
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