Appalachian Regional Library - Wilkes County Blog
The Reading Trap is ‘Keeping it Reel’
Wednesday, 28 December 2022 07:30
The Reading Trap, meets every second Thursday (6:00 p.m.) in the Branch Library, 6938 Traphill Rd. Traphill, NC. With so many books to choose from, it is always exciting to see the list of books randomly selected for discussion. This book club narrows the list by reading a book each month in honor of a particular author’s birthday. January begins with a celebration for J.R.R. Tolkien and his book The Hobbit. Save the date and join The Reading Trap on January 12 for lively conversation and a taste of Bilbo Baggins’ Seed Cake.
For those who would rather ‘read’ the movie, The Reading Trap is ‘keeping it reel’ with free monthly features at Two Rivers Cinema in North Wilkesboro. Visit the theater every first Saturday at 1:00 p.m. to see films based on, or related to, the book club’s monthly read. Stop by to see The Hobbit on the big screen this Saturday, January 7 and have a ‘reel’ good time!
New Wellness Programming in 2023
Wednesday, 28 December 2022 07:27
We all need eight dimensions of wellness for a balanced life. Each month the library will be holding programs with an emphasis on a dimension from the wellness wheel. These will be presented in collaboration with community partners and bring encouragement, motivation, and accountability for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Be sure to check out the monthly displays for books related to our featured wellness topic. There will also be activities for families and children of all ages.
Wilkes County Public Library Invites Everyone to a Holiday Open House!
Friday, 02 December 2022 15:56
by Suzanne Moore, Wilkes County Librarian
‘Books Make Us Bright’ is Wilkes County Public Library’s holiday slogan and we are all excited to share the brightness during our Holiday Open House between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on December 13. Stop by and enjoy refreshments, provided by our Friends of the Library. In addition, along with new books to share, we are highlighting special additions to the library’s non-traditional collection. *Let us just say that Santa came early this year!
Curatus Per Musica and Quilts of Honor
Sunday, 20 November 2022 16:36
sumitted by Suzanne Moore, Wilkes County Librarian
On November 5, 2022 the first Marathon Jam was held from 1:00 - 11:00 p.m. at VFW Post 1142 in North Wilkesboro. Wilkes County Public Library in partnership with Wilkes Acoustic Folk Society hosted the event where $1040 was raised to benefit Fisher Houses in North Carolina.
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1st Annual Marathon Jam and Library Programs to Honor Military Veterans
Monday, 31 October 2022 23:16
by, Suzanne Moore County Librarian
The 1st Annual Marathon Jam will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. on November 5, 2022 at VFW Post 1142, located in North Wilkesboro, 802 Veterans Dr. In partnership with Wilkes Acoustic Folks Society and VFW Post 1142, the library is encouraging listeners and musicians to join the Marathon Jam.
Special Programs Featuring Alice Gerrard and Michael Almond
Tuesday, 11 October 2022 20:24
Wilkes County Public Library is hosting two upcoming programs with rare and notable guests who are visiting the last week of October. Alice Gerrard will be here on October 25 and Michael Almond will be here on October 27. Read on for more details about these amazing folks and save-the-dates. You won’t want to miss them!
Celebrating Banned Books Essay/Art Contest
Monday, 22 August 2022 08:12
by Suzanne Moore, Wilkes County Librarian
Banned Books Week is an annual awareness campaign spearheaded by the American Library Association to celebrate the freedom to read. Throughout human history, and across many countries and cultures, many books have been banned, confiscated, censored, destroyed in bonfires, had content edited out, and challenged in schools. Also, many authors and their readers have been fined, imprisoned, threatened, assaulted and even executed for their association with banned books that were disapproved by some authorities and governments.
September is Library Card Sign-up Month
Monday, 22 August 2022 08:06
With September just around the corner we’d like to encourage everyone to register for a library card during “Library Card Sign-up Month.” All who stop by Wilkes County Public Library to sign-up for a library card will receive a special treat. Read on for the scoop about this National Annual Campaign . . .