The Circulation Desk
Our Monthly Newsletter
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This past weekend the semi-annual FOSL book sale took place. We were so happy that the weather, while unbearably cold, was clear enough that we could hold the sale. Lots of you brought in books for the sale, and even more of you came out to purchase books. We appreciate it. The funds that FOSL raises through the book sale will come to the library to help support the Summer Reading program and childrens materials all year. The perk of hosting the book sale means we get to take a look at everything that has been donated. Often I find books that are great additions to the library collection. It might be a title that is missing from a favorite series, or it might be a newer book that we didn’t purchase at the time of release but has shown a sign in popularity. Sometimes we save funky older books for our adult craft programs.
Rachel and Jessie both found armfuls of titles that could be added to the kids and teen collections. Jessie found some great science titles to help her expand her programing ideas, some classic picture books, and some perfect easy readers. Rachel had been getting requests for teen mysteries, and she found a whole box of young adult suspense and mystery. Even though those books didn’t make money from the sale, they have saved the library several hundred dollars that can be used for brand new titles.
Right now many public libraries are struggling with book purchasing. A major book distributer, Baker & Taylor went bankrupt in the fall. Check out this article from NPR. This left many libraries hanging, including us. We used this company to purchase 90% of our titles. The transition has been tricky, and we have had to use our resources as best we can to fill demand and keep our shelves looking attractive. There is nothing sadder than empty shelves in a library. We appreciate our patron’s patience as we have been making this transition. If there is a favorite author or series, you think we missed let us know. We love to hear what you would like to see in the collection. We hope we will see you in the library this month. With all that we have going on and all that we have to read, why would you stay away?
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FOSL Book Sale
This past month, the Friends of Shepherdstown Library hosted their annual Winter Book Sale! The sale was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who volunteered, donated materials, and braved the weather to come out to the library!
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WVU Extension Programs for Kids
Throughout January, the WVU Extension Program Office of Jefferson County offered several STEM themed children's programs!
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February Program Highlights
SAVE THESE DATES!
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Once Upon a Valentine
Saturday, February 14th @ 11 a.m.
Families are invited to a Valentine’s Day celebration full of stories, smiles, and creativity! Enjoy a themed story time, snap a photo at our photo booth, hunt for hidden valentines around the library, and create your own special valentine to take home.
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Learn to Code with Python
Wednesdays, February 18th & 25th and March 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th @ 3:30 p.m.
Learn to code with the Python coding language! In this 6-week program, kids ages 9-15 will use the program CodeMonkey to go from complete beginner to intermediate level. Participants are welcome to bring their own devices. A keyboard and mouse are recommended. Can’t make this day/time? The library will be repeating this workshop throughout the year at different times and on other days!
Registration is limited and required. Email rachel@sheplibrary.org to sign up today!
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Adult Craft: All Occasion Giftbags
Saturday, February 21st @ 1:00 p.m.
Using recycled wall calendars, create several all occasion giftbags and boxes for future gifting!
Registration is limited and required. Email director@sheplibrary.org to sign up today!
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Closure Reminder!
Please note that we will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of President's Day.
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The Audacity of the Mundane Art Show
Tuesday, February 3rd - Tuesday, March 31st
We are pleased to welcome Charlee Brodsky for our February and March Art Exhibit at Shepherdstown Public Library! Her art show, “The Audacity of the Mundane,” will be on display at the library from February 3rd to March 31st. Charlee Brodsky is a photographer, educator, grandmother, mother, wife, dog-owner, and a few other things. Her professional home is at Carnegie Mellon University where she is a professor of photography and has taught for over 40 years. For more information about the artist, click here.
A portion of all proceeds from sales will go towards supporting the Shepherdstown Public Library.
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Tax Prep
Thursdays from February 5th to April 9th
The library will be taking appointments for free tax prep help from an AARP Foundation tax aide! Appointments will take place on Thursdays from February 5th – April 9th. Scheduling opens Thursday, January 22nd. To schedule your appointment, call the library at 304-876-2783!
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WVU Extension Presents: Starting a Vegetable Garden
Saturday, February 7th @ 10:30 a.m.
Learn how to start a vegetable garden with a Master Gardener and the Jefferson County WVU Extension office!
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Thelma Screening
Tuesday, February 24th @ 2:00 p.m.
Join us at the library for a special showing of the film Thelma starring June Squibb. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks!
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QiGong
Mondays @ 9:00 a.m.
The meditative movement QiGong will be taught and lead at the library by Chuck Steg. QiGong is a Chinese practice that involves movement, breathing, and meditation to improve health and wellbeing. Beginners are welcome. This class is free and requires no registration. This class will meeting every Monday at 9 a.m. in the library’s Commons Room. Should class be canceled for some reason, we will announce it on the homepage of our website and on social media as soon as we are alerted.
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Mahjong
Fridays @ 1:30 P.M.
Are you a Mahjong player, or have you always wanted to learn? Join us at the library on Fridays beginning in February for weekly Mahjong! We will have players willing to teach new players. Feel free to bring your own Mahjong set, or use one of our two here.
Any questions? Please reach out to director@sheplibrary.org
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Beekeeping for Beginners
Mondays in March @ 6:30 p.m.
Join us every Monday in March for this class lead by Jason Murphy of Hive House Apiaries! Learn the basics of how to get started, necessary equipment, inspections and hive health.
Registration required. Email hivehouse@hotmail.com to sign up today!
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Restore Your Self
Tuesdays in March @ 1:30 p.m.
In this 5-week workshop, you will be given a copy of the book, Restore Your Self, and you will become familiar with the Bright technique for self-healing. This technique involves using a combination of your intention, your breath, and Divine Light to transform emotions and mental states held within you! The self-healing technique is both easy to learn and simple to use. Once you’ve incorporated the Bright technique into your day, you may see this as your “go-to” technique that helps you get back into balance, as needed! Read more about the book here! This program will happen every Tuesday in March at 1:30 p.m.
Registration is limited and required. Email director@sheplibrary.org to sign up today!
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Adult Craft: Quilling Basics
Saturday, March 7th @ 1:00 p.m.
Create a “Lucky Charm” card with a basic quilling design led by Marie! Registration is limited and required. Email director@sheplibrary.org to sign up today!
| | Want to save money? Use your library card! Mango for language learning, Kanopy for video streaming, Libby for ebook, audiobooks and digital magazines. | | |
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