GREETINGS FROM THE JANE B. HOLMES LIBRARY

TThe winter is always a good time to visit, and to find something new to read!

The library features a great DVD collection with new items arriving often. Additionally, digital services such as Libby and Hoopla, provide access to e-books, audiobooks and more. If you are interested in digital resources and are not sure where to start, feel free to attend the Libby Basics program on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 10:30 a.m. This would be a great opportunity to learn how to access these free programs.

learning. Most of all, it is fun! Mrs. Erin is ready to read, sing and dance every Tuesday and Thursday at 11 a.m., so stop by soon.

Book Lovers everywhere look forward to Valentine’s Day, and there are books and movies available for all ages. Look for decorations and displays for this and other holidays that offer a great excuse to read!

Library staff has been working to provide some fun events in February: uMonday, Feb. 6 at 5:30 a.m.: Standup Valentine Heart Craft, ages 3 and up uTuesday, Feb. 7 at 5:45 a.m.: Friends of the Library Meeting

Library Director

uWednesday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m.: Senior Program: Valentine Trivia

Dan Dearing

The Alabama Public Library Service and the Department of Museums and Libraries have provided an LSTA Grant to enhance and strengthen the nonfiction section at the library. New books on a variety of topics are available currently, with many more to come. Topics include cooking, gardening, career, personal growth and wellness and many more. These items are located on the library shelves and on “New Items” displays throughout the library. Please ask a staff member if you need assistance locating something, we are here to serve and provide help.

For those of you with younger children, now is the time to visit the library with your child. Visiting the library gives kids great exposure to books in a neat setting that encourages learning and exploration. The 1,000 Books before Kindergarten program is a fun way to make sure children get to experience different types of books. Story Time is also an effective way to get out of the house, meet new people, and engage in uMonday, Feb. 13 at 5:30 p.m.: The Great Valentine Dinosaur Craft Race, ages 4 and up uWednesday, Feb. 15 at 10:30 a.m.: Libby Basics: How to Access E-Books and Audiobooks uMonday, Feb. 20: Library closed for President’s Day uWednesday, Feb. 22: Check out 10 books, get a prize! uMonday, Feb. 27 at 5:30 p.m.: Lego Fun, all ages

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