R.T. Jones Memorial Library

We're excited to share our September 2024 library programs! There is something for everyone at the library. 📚

See full program details and register for select programs here: bit.ly/Calendar-SRLS

This Wednesday, join us for a presentation by Regions Bank on how to create your own spending and saving plans. Become more strategic in your financial choices by creating a budget that includes ways to save.

There is still time to read September's Adult Eclectic Book Club read:
Glory Be by Danielle Arceneaux
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During her usual after church routine, being a small-time bookie in Lafayette, Louisiana, Glory Broussard learns her best friend has died. Unsatisfied with the police ruling, Glory Be joins forces with her daughter to do an investigation of her own.
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Join us September 16th to discuss this mystery!

Join us next week for a presentation by Regions Bank on how to create your own spending and saving plans. Become more strategic in your financial choices by creating a budget that includes ways to save.

This Friday! Calling crocheters, knitters, embroiderers and crafters! Bring your current project and work on it alongside other crafters. All are invited to swap advice and socialize. 🧶

The Pollinator Census is this Week! But what is it, and what exactly are pollinators? Join us Wednesday at R.T. Jones Memorial Library to learn about our local pollinators and their habitats. As well as what we can do to help them, with a presentation from the Southeastern Grasslands Institute.

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Next week! Calling crocheters, knitters, embroiderers and crafters! Bring your current project and work on it alongside other crafters. All are invited to swap advice and socialize. 🧶

Saving money is hard. Join us for a presentation by Regions Bank on how to create your own spending and saving plans. Become more strategic in your financial choices by creating a budget that includes ways to save.

The Pollinator Census is right around the corner! But what is it, and what exactly are pollinators? Join us next week at R.T. Jones Memorial Library to learn about our local pollinators and their habitats. As well as what we can do to help them, with a presentation from the Southeastern Grasslands Institute.

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The Pollinator Census is right around the corner! But what is it, and what exactly are pollinators?
Join us at R.T. Jones Memorial Library on August 21st to learn about our local pollinators and their habitats, as well as what we can do to help them, with a presentation from the Southeastern Grasslands Institute.

Announcing September's Adult Eclectic Book Club read:
Glory Be by Danielle Arceneaux

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During her usual after church routine, being a small-time bookie in Lafayette, Louisiana, Glory Broussard learns her best friend has died. Unsatisfied with the police ruling, Glory Be joins forces with her daughter to do an investigation of her own.

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Join us September 16th to discuss this mystery!

Happening today! Come by the library from 4:00-5:30pm to paint colorful marble designs on pencils, as well as personalize pencil pouches that we can use for school! While supplies last. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. We hope to see you there! ✏️🏫✨

The Local Author Market at the R.T. Jones Memorial Library will be on Sept. 9th. Sign up today!

We're excited to announce that our Local Author Market now has two dates!

We're looking for local authors to participate in our open markets at R.T. Jones Memorial Library and Pickens County Library to share and sell their original works.

Authors who are interest in participating must apply.

Details:

📚September 9, 4:00pm - 7:30pm: R.T. Jones Memorial Library
Author Application Deadline: August 12
Application Link: bit.ly/LocalAuthorMarket-RTJ

📚September 24, 4:00pm - 7:30pm: Pickens County Library
Author Application Deadline: August 27
Application Link: bit.ly/LocalAuthorMarket-PCL

School is back in session, so let's start the semester with style! Join us at R.T. Jones Memorial Library on Friday, August 9th from 4:00-5:30pm to paint colorful marble designs on pencils, as well as personalize pencil pouches that we can use for school! While supplies last. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. We hope to see you there! ✏️🏫✨

The Pollinator Census is this month! But what is it, and what exactly are pollinators? Join us at R.T. Jones Memorial Library to learn about our local pollinators and their habitats. As well as what we can do to help them, with a presentation from the Southeastern Grasslands Institute.

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Storytime season starts back up at RTJ tomorrow at 10:30am! Join us as we read stories, sing songs, and do crafts together. We hope to see you there! 📖✨

We're excited to share our August 2024 library programs! There is something for everyone at the library. 📚

See full program details and register for select programs here: bit.ly/Calendar-SRLS

Still time to read the next Adult Eclectic Book Club read!

A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
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Join us August 12th to discuss this book!

Calling crocheters, knitters, embroiderers and crafters! Bring your current project and work on it alongside other crafters this Friday. All are invited to swap advice and socialize. 🧶

Announcing August's Adult Eclectic Book Club read:
A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
🎩🧑‍🦳🏨
Join us August 12th to discuss this book!

On Monday, July 22nd, join us for a fun time with our friends from Southeastern Grasslands Institute at the R.T. Jones Memorial Library.
We will learn about native grasslands, and specifically how seeds are spread, with interactive activities! Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

THIS FRIDAY!
Celebrate the end of Summer Discovery 2024: Adventure Begins at your Library with That Puppet Guy! We will join Dr. Dinosaur for an exciting expedition of prehistoric proportions in a fun puppet show! All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Hickory Flat Public Library Grand Opening - July 25th!

We are excited to announce the official Grand Opening of our Hickory Flat Public Library on July 25.

We will have a Ribbon Cutting at 3 PM. Following will be tours, refreshments, and an opportunity to sign up for library cards.

Stay after the ceremony for an additional Summer Discovery Finale from That Puppet Guy at 4:30 PM!

For full details about the Hickory Flat Public Library renovation project, please visit our website: sequoyahregionallibrary.org/news

Read a book while enjoying a local trail with our July Trail Story!

From July 1 - July 31, read "Last Stop on Market Street" by Matt de la Peña at Veterans Park with Cherokee Recreation and Parks.

It's not to late to join our Summer Discovery Challenge!

We’re having so much fun adventuring with our community during Summer Discovery! 📚☀️

Participate in the challenge on Beanstack and win fun prizes along the way, including our new Summer Discovery Trading Cards.

Read 10 books and show your badge completion on Beanstack to staff to win a Lil' Lady trading card!

Join the challenge: bit.ly/SRLS-Beanstack

Now Available: Read digital magazines in the Libby app!

Download the Libby app to read popular titles such as Us Weekly, National Geographic, Bon Appetit, and more. Additional titles are also available in multiple languages, including Spanish.

Sign in with your library card to get started!

Download Libby: overdrive.com/apps/libby

Now you can check out the Zoo Atlanta Library Pass just like a book! No more DVD!

Check out the pass for up to 4 FREE admissions to and learn about and see animals from around the world.

Learn more at georgialibraries.org/passes/

There's still time to read this month's Adult Eclectic Book Club pick:
The Ride of Her Life by Elizabeth Letts

Join us July 15th to discuss!

All Sequoyah Regional Library System locations will be closed Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Please visit our website for up-to-date information regarding library closures.

We're excited to share our July 2024 library programs! There is something for everyone at the library. ☀️📚

See full program details and register for select programs here: bit.ly/Calendar-SRLS

Learn more about Summer Discovery here: sequoyahregionallibrary.org/summerdiscovery