NOVEMBER 2021 NEWSLETTER
AZLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Azle Memorial Library 2021
WINTER MUSIC PROGRAM with the Funkytown All-Stars
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JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF HOLIDAY MUSIC AND MORE! FEATURING BASS PLAYERS FROM THE FORT WORTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.
FREE! LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. ADVANCED REGISTRATION REQUIRED. CALL 817-752-2682. REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY 12/6.
PROGRAM IS GEARED TOWARD ADULTS AND FAMILIES WITH OLDER CHILDREN/TEENS.
PATRON PICK Carrera liked this title because it was about "a fight for women's education." CALL NUMBER:
BIO YOUSAFZAI
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11TH 1:30 PM
Upcycled Card Craft Program
HAVE YOUR OWN PATRON PICK? 1. VISIT THE LIBRARY AND PICK UP A “PATRON PICK” CARD. 2. FILL OUT AND RETURN TO THE "PATRON PICK" BOX BY THE FRONT OF THE LIBRARY. 3. ANY AGE READER CAN PARTICIPATE! 4. YOUR REVIEW COULD BE FEATURED IN THE NEWSLETTER OR IN A SHELF DISPLAY!
MAIN STREET BOOK CLUB
3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 6 PM
Looking for a homemade craft to send out to friends and loved ones? Come make a holiday card with us!
All materials are provided. This program is open to adults and older teens.
Unbound
BOOK CLUB
LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH AT 6 PM
Join us as we discuss book likes and dislikes, current reads, and more!
November 16
December 21
NEXT MEETING: DECEMBER 30TH *PLEASE NOTE NOVEMBER'S MEETING IS CANCELED DUE TO THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY CLOSURE.
ADULTS OF ALL AGES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND. BOOK CLUB MEETINGS ARE HELD IN THE LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM.
LOVE A GOOD BACKSTORY?
T R E A S U R E S from the Kimbell Collection THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH 6:30 PM | LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM Come join a Kimbell Art Museum docent as we take a closer look at favorite and iconic works from the Museum's permanent collection.
Program is geared toward adults and free to attend! NOTE: Program includes a slide presentation of museum pieces, not original works.
In partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife, the Azle Library presents:
COOKING UNDER PRESSURE
NOVEMBER 4TH AT 6:30 PM
Learn how to prepare quick and delicious meals using the electric pressure cooker. Program will include cooking demonstration and food samples! PROGRAM IS GEARED TO ADULTS, BUT PARENTS WITH TEENS/OLDER CHILDREN MAY ALSO ATTEND.
FIRST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 1:00 - 4:00 PM | AZLE LIBRARY FOYER
BENEFITS APPLICATION ASSISTANCE DO YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEED ASSISTANCE APPLYING FOR:
SNAP (Food Stamps) CHIP (Children's Medicaid) TANF (Temporary Assistance For Needy Families) And any other THHSC Program A Tarrant Area food bank staff member will be on location, the first tuesday of every month, to assist with the application process.
Use the Libby app by Overdrive
to access E FRE EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS, MAGAZINES & COMICS
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Visit North Texas Libraries On-the-Go Overdrive Site, https://ntrls.overdrive.com/ntrls-azlememorial/content or download the free "Libby" app from your app store to your mobile device. Log in with your Azle Memorial Library card number.
Browse the collection & check out materials with your library card.
Enjoy reading on your computer, tablet, smartphone or eReader device!
ACCESS MATERIALS 24/7
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NO LATE FEES
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AUTOMATIC RETURNS
LEGO CLUB AT 4:3O PM November 17
LEGO Club occurs the third Wednesday of each month at 4:30 PM in the Library Community Room.
1 / 6 : of S o uall p ages (and the young at heart) are welcome to attend Kids 1/13: Sweaters
this FREE program!
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Most Check Outs in October
Storytime
is on hiatus for the rest of 2021, but we still have books, toys, computers, and coloring sheets waiting for you in the Children's section!
Check our website, newsletter, or follow us on social media for updates on the return of Storytime.
New! Brainfuse HelpNow lets you access real-time tutoring, writing assistance, and test prep. It's FREE to use for Azle Memorial Library cardholders. Visit azlelibrary.org and click on Digital Resources to get started!
Sweet Treat
Read Aloud & Craft FREE Children's Event!
Saturday, December 18 @ 10:30 AM Azle Memorial Library Community Room Children ages 4-10 & their families are invited to listen to Library Director, Curren, read stories about sweet treats at Christmastime. Then decorate a cookie themed craft! Older siblings also welcome!
Azle Memorial Library | 333 W Main St, Azle TX 706020 | 817-752-2682 | azlelibrary.org
Create some holiday magic!
ARTS
&
CHATS: Gnome Decoration THURSDAY,
DECEMBER
LIBRARY
2ND
COMMUNITY
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6:30
PM
ROOM
Adults of all ages, join us for an evening of winter crafting (& chatting) as we make a festive holiday gnome. FREE TO ATTEND. ADULTS ONLY.
Library Calendar & Notable Dates November 2021 SUNDAY
7
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS FALL BACK 1 HOUR
14
MONDAY
TUESDAY
1
2
NATIONAL AUTHOR'S DAY
TAFB Benefits Assistance 1-4 PM
8
9
21
3
17
NO STORYTIME
Main Street Book Club 6 PM 23
29
24
30
HANUKKAH BEGINS
Cooking Under Pressure 6:30 PM
NO STORYTIME
FRIDAY 5
18
12
13 WORLD KINDNESS DAY
19
20 WORLD CHILDREN'S DAY
26
THANKSGIVING Library Closed
NATIONAL NACHOS DAY
AMERICAN FOOTBALL DAY
NO STORYTIME 25
SATURDAY 6
Treasures from the Kimbell Collection 6:30 PM
LEGO Club 4:30 PM
NO STORYTIME 28
NO STORYTIME
11
NO STORYTIME
NATIONAL CLEAN OUT YOUR FRIDGE DAY
22
4
10
16
THURSDAY
NO STORYTIME
NATIONAL STEM DAY
15
WORLD DIABETES DAY
WEDNESDAY
27
Library Closed
Library Closed
Note: The Library will be closed on Saturday 12/4 due to Christmas on Main.
GIVING TUESDAY
December 2021 SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 1
2
NO STORYTIME 5
6
12
7
HANUKKAH ENDS
TAFB Benefits Assistance 1-4 PM
13
14
8
NO STORYTIME 15
NO STORYTIME LEGO Club 4:30 PM
20 GO CAROLING DAY
26
27
KWANZAA
21
Main Street Book Club 6 PM
28 NATIONAL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE DAY
22
NO STORYTIME 29
NO STORYTIME
FRIDAY
NO STORYTIME
3
NO STORYTIME
10
SATURDAY 4 CHRISTMAS On Main Library Closed
INTERNATIONAL Arts & Chats: Gnome DAY OF PERSONS Decoration WITH DISABILITIES 6:30 PM
9
GINGERBREAD HOUSE DAY
19
THURSDAY
Winter Music Program 7:00 PM
16
NO STORYTIME
23
30
NO STORYTIME
Upcycled Card Craft Program 1:30 PM
DEWEY DECIMAL SYSTEM DAY
17
18 Sweet Treat Read Aloud & Craft 10:30 AM
24
CHRISTMAS Library Closed
11
25
CHRISTMAS Library Closed
31
CHRISTMAS Library Closed
1
Unbound Book Club NEW YEAR'S EVE NEW YEAR'S DAY 6:00 PM
Library Closed
Library Closed
UPCOMING CLOSURES
Don't Forget...
FALL BACK 1 HOUR SUNDAY NOV. 7TH
THURSDAY 11/25: CLOSED FRIDAY 11/26: CLOSED SATURDAY 11/27: CLOSED SATURDAY 12/4: CLOSED The Library will be closed on these upcoming days during 2021. Outside return drops and access to your account online remain available 24/7.
CHILD POLICIES
LIBRARY HOURS MONDAY: TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY: FRIDAY: SATURDAY: SUNDAY:
AGES 0-8: A PARENT OR CAREGIVER (AGE 18+) MUST REMAIN IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE CHILD
10 AM - 6 PM 10 AM - 8 PM 10 AM - 6 PM 10 AM - 8 PM 12 PM - 6 PM 10 AM - 4 PM CLOSED
AGES 9-13: A PARENT OR CAREGIVER (AGE 18+) MUST REMAIN IN THE BUILDING WITH THE CHILD. AGES 14-17: MAY USE THE LIBRARY INDEPENDENTLY, PROVIDED THEY FOLLOW LIBRARY RULES.
THANK YOU FOR HELPING KEEP OUR LIBRARY SAFE! PLEASE SEE THE LIBRARY POLICIES ON OUR WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS.
COMPUTER ACCESS, NEW CARD REGISTRATION AND FAXING END 10 MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING.
AZLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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