May 2018
Whispers In The Stacks
Michael Kaltwang
Library Director
Greetings to you all. May is “Get Caught Reading” month. Get Caught Reading is a nationwide public service campaign launched by the Association of American Publishers to remind people of all ages how much fun it is to read. May is officially Get Caught Reading month, but the celebration lasts throughout the year. Get Caught Reading is supported by hundreds of celebrities, including LL Cool J, Dylan and Cole Sprouse, and the newest addition, Olivia the Pig. Come visit your local public library this month and check out our very cool “Get Caught Reading” celebrity posters scattered around the library.
May is also “National Military Appreciation” month. Declared by Congress in 1999, May was selected as National Military Appreciation Month, an observance honoring the sacrifices of the United States Armed Forces. There are more military-related observances during the month of May than any other month, so it is an appropriate time to celebrate men and women in uniform. During May, we recognize Loyalty Day, Victory in Europe Day (VE Day), Armed Forces Day, Military Spouses Day and Memorial Day. It is a month to honor those who are serving and those who have served
. Hot new books to warm you up in May:
Unified by Tim Scott
The Fallen by David Baldacci
The Road Home by Beverly Lewis
The Family Gathering by Robin Carr
A Nantucket Wedding by Nancy Thayer
Check below for a list of upcoming events at each of our public library branch locations:
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Cheraw (Matheson Library)
May 10 - 3:30pm - Lego Club
May 15 - 11:00am - “Movie Day” - Showing Wonder
* Tai Chi on DVD - Every Wednesday - 10:00am
* Children’s Story Time - Every Wednesday - 11:00am (no story time on May 23rd or May 30th)
* Computer Class - Every Friday (must pre-register)
* Community Jigsaw Puzzle: “Flowers”
* Guessing Jar: “Flowers”
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May 07 - 3:30pm - Lego Club
May 08 - 3:30pm - Ukulele Club
May 22 - 3:30pm - Ukulele Club
May 24 - 2:00pm - Afternoon Movie - Showing Same Kind Of Different Than Me
Starring Greg Kinnear, Renee Zellweger, Djimon Hounsou, and Jon Voight.
This movie is based on the true story of Ron and Deborah Hall. When Ron and Deborah begin to volunteer at a local mission, their lives are changed forever after developing an unlikely friendship with Denver Moore, a homeless man who inspires them to save their struggling marriage.
* Seated Tai Chi Exercise Class - Every Tuesday - 10:00am
* Children’s Story Time - Every Monday - 11:00am (no story time on May 21st or May 28th)
* Word Search Puzzle Contest “Flowers Of The Fifty States” – Help complete the word search puzzle and enter your name into the drawing for a chance to win a prize.
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Jefferson (Fannie D. Lowry Memorial Library)
May 09 - 3:30pm - Lego Club
May 11 - 3:30pm - Joy Rock Painting – All supplies furnished.
May 18 - 3:30pm - Game Day - Checkers, Chess, Dominoes, and Puzzles.
May 25 - 3:30pm - Movie Day - Showing Megamind
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McBee Depot Library
May 10 - 3:30pm - Trivia Challenge – Come have fun with family and friends while stretching your brain at the same time. Invite a friend, or bring someone with you. Kid and family friendly trivia questions.
May 24 - 3:30pm - Book Review - Did you absolutely love the last book you just read? Come prepared to talk about a book of your choice that you found enjoyable/entertaining.
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Pageland Community Library
May 08 - 3:30pm - Lego Club
May 10 - 3:30pm - Ukulele Club
May 17 - 3:30pm - Paper Flower Workshop - Learn the fun art of paper crafting in this creative workshop where we will teach you how to create beautiful paper flowers. All materials are provided. ** Pre-registration is required as space is limited.
May 24 - 3:30pm - Ukulele Club - Come join the fun as we learn to play the ukulele together. Equipment will be provided; however, participants are encouraged to bring their own instruments as well.
May 31 - 3:30pm - “Movie Day” - Showing Wonder
* Children’s Story Time - Every Tuesday - 11:00am (no story time on May 22nd or May 29th)
* Individual computer tutoring available most days at our Pageland branch from 11:00am-12:00pm.
(Sign up for an appointment at the circulation desk)
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** Remember, your local public library is not just about books……we have digital content, free Wi-Fi, public access computers, movies on DVD, cultural programs, public movie viewings, story time for children, seated Tai Chi for adults, arts/crafts for adults, teens, and children….and so much more.
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