MONROE LIBRARY:
10/6 at 6PM Breast Cancer Awareness. Lyda Taylor, Uion County Health Dept. will present information about breast cancer

10/11 at 2PM Special Guest Author Gustavo Perez Firmat. Part of Hispanic Heritage Month. Read the book “Next Year in Cuba” and join the author in a discussion.

11/1 from 10-11:30 AM Ancestry.com Beginner class on using this software to search. Registration required call 704-283-8184, ext. 224.

UNION WEST
10/13 6:30 PM The Magic of Reading with Ben Franklin Reenactment of a scientific experiment Ben actually performed and learn about Ben Franklin as his discusses his life and achievements. Sponsored by Union West Rotary Club

10/28 4PM Goosebumps program for school age children.

EDWARDS MEMORIAL
10/20 6:30 PM Knitting New; Yarns and Trends. Cindy Amann, owner of A Peace of Yarn, will introduce knitters from novice to experts with innovations in yarns and materials also trends in yarns, patterns, and styles.

10/13 5:30PM Family storytime “Hispanic Heritage”. Stories, music and more.

10/14 and 10/21 4PM Diggin Dinosaurs. Ages 5-12 can sign up at Children’s Desk for lots of “Saurus” fun.

WAXHAW
10/27 6:30PM Halloween Evening Storytime. Wear your costume and listen to spooky stories.

The annual Fall Author Dinner sponsored by the Friends of the Union County Public Libraries will be held October 9 at 7:00PM at SPCC. We are indeed forturnate to have Ron Rash as our guest speaker. He is author of “One Foot in Eden” and “The World Made Straight” as well as collections of short stories. He will discuss his newest work, read from it, and interact with our guests. Tickets for the dinner and the event are $35.00 and can be purchased from Carol at 704-289-8017 or Charlotte at 704-821-6037.

Events for September:

In a Dog Daze? How to find your perfect pooch! Maggie Blutreich, American Kennel Club Canine Ambassador and Certified Professional Dog Trainer will offer tips on evaluating a litter, how to screen adult dogs, how to select an organization, breeds and breeders. September 8 at 2 PM

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING GOOD TO READ? THESE ARE SELECTIONS MADE BY VARIOUS REGIONAL LIBRARY BOOKS CLUBS ARE READING FOR SEPTEMBER

“Good Hope Road” by Lisa Wingate
“Nineteem Minutes” by Jodi Picoult
“Atonement” by Ian McEwan
“Brave Enemines” by Robert Morgan (who will be speaker at the Friends of the Union County Public Libraries Fall Author Event November 6)
“March” by Geraldine Brooks
“To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee

WANT TO LEARN TO USE THE COMPUTER OR ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS. EVERY LIBRARY OFFERS BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER CLASSES. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY FOR THE SCHEDULE OF CLASSES.

The Union County Public Library is comprised of the main library in downtown Monroe, four branches spread throughout the county, and one “express” branch in the Unionville Town Hall. The library has much to offer the community besides books, movies, CD’s, and books on tape, there are lessons and access to computers and the internet, book clubs, services for the Hispanic community, and special programs. Information about the public library, locations and hours of operation for all branches, as well as highlights of programs and events can be found on the web site at www.union.lib.nc.us.

The Friends of the Union County Libraries serves as a volunteer organization, which benefits all of the public libraries in Union County. The board members and volunteers raise funds for books, materials, equipment, and other needs not covered by public funds. We provide support and funding for educational programs, author visits, Hispanic programs, and various children’s programs.

Aside from the income generated by membership dues which is used for postage and books, we have two major fundraisers each year that enable us to support the various programs. There is a Fall Author’s Dinner and a Spring Ladies Tea with a popular author. Several other authors are sponsored throughout the year at various library branches at no cost.

We welcome anyone to become a member of the Fireds of the Union County LIbraries. Members receive early notification of events, quarterly newsletters, and the opportunity to purchase tickets to events prior to the general community. There are several membership levels based on your contribution.

If a more active roll is desired with the Friends of the Union County Public Libraries, please contact us. We encourage all citizens of Union County to be active members. Please contact Betty Birch at 704-283-8036.