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We'll Be Closed...

Both libraries will be closed , November 26,  Dec. 24-26, Dec. 31, and Jan. 1-2.   No items will be marked due on those dates.

Middlesboro branch will be closed Saturday, Dec. 5 for holiday programming (see below).  That is also the date of Middlesboro's Christmas Parade.  We encourage everyone to support the parade and local merchants on that day.



Patrons of the Month: Connor and Aiden Lefevers
 
Bookmobile staff chose Connor & Aiden Lefevers as Patrons of the Month for December. The boys like Elmo, Barney, Dora the Explorer, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Diego. The have been using the bookmobile's services for one year. Their mother says "They always look forward to seeing the bookmobile arrive, and the bookmobile ladies are always so helpful in finding what we need. We really appreciate the bookmobile."

 

More Newsletter Pages:      New Books & Media     re:VERSE       The Recipe File      Crafts Corner    Internet Sites of the Month

 

Upcoming Programs at Pineville Branch
 
The Crafters Corner

 

 Join Ron Day on Wednesday, December 2 at 11 a.m. to create a snowman (or two) for your winter holiday decorating.  Bring a pair of solid white children's socks, scissors,  and a bag of uncooked rice (not Minute Rice).  All other supplies will be provided.  (No sewing involved) 
Family Game Night--Unplugged

  

The next date for Family Game Night is Monday, December 14th at 6:30.   Come join us for a variety of board games and card games.  (You don't need to know how to play in advance.) Light refreshments are provided.  (Ages 16-up, please)  No computers or joy sticks involved!

Children's Story Time:
Holiday Movie Day


 

 Join Youth Services Librarian for Story Time on Thursday, December 17th at 4 p.m. and enjoy a special holiday film, plus refreshments.  Ages:  Elementary school.
Movie Night

 

 Though we can't advertise the title of the film we are showing on Thursday, 17th at 6:30 p.m.,  we can tell you it is the latest title in a popular series about a boy with a scar on his forehead who attends a school for wizards.  You may call the library for film title.  There is no admission fee, and light refreshments are provided.  The film is rated PG.

Upcoming Programming in Middlesboro

Breakfast with Santa

 Middlesboro branch's popular annual Breakfast with Santa (sorry...registration has already filled all available seats) will be held Saturday,  Dec. 5th at 9:00 a.m.  (The library will be closed that day.  Following the breakfast we invite you to visit local merchants and view the annual downtown Christmas Parade.)
Time for Tea & Thee Bookclub

 If you’re looking for a place where you can meet new friends, read books that will introduce you to a new author or genre, and interact with others who are eager to discuss it…this is a program for you!  The Middlesborough- Bell County Public Library’s Time for Tea & Thee  book discussion group for adults is a program designed to bring reading enthusiasts together in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.  

The December book to be discussed is EAT CAKE, by Jeanne Rays.   The gathering will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December  8th.

 
The Craft Basket

 Do you enjoy meeting folks with similar  creative interests? Do you have a “portable” craft project that you can bring? Here is an opportunity to work on your individual project, make new friends, and share your ideas or expertise.


Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 11 a.m. -- Canvas Tote Bags, with Rebecca Sharpe

 

Online Catalog Will Be Down December 9 & 10

For two days in December, the library district's online catalog not be available.  The library's automation system is being upgraded from Polaris 3.2 to Polaris 3.5.    Staff and patrons will see improved functionality after the upgrade, but one factor of the change is that, while the server is undergoing changes, library staff only be able to check books in and out & register patrons.    We will not be able to renew your items, tell you if we own certain books or films, or collect your fines on those two days. We apologize for the (necessary) inconvenience.

 

 

What You Can Watch (FREE) on MyLibrary DV:

Movies

  • Birth of a Nation

  • Boy in the Plastic Bubble

  • Africa Screams

  • Bulldog Drummond Escapes

  • The Emperor Jones

  • more!
     

 TV

  • Inspector Morse

  • The Saint

  • Rosemary & Thyme mysteries

  • Brother Cadfael mysteries

  • Return of Sherlock Holmes

  • Northern Lights

  • The Prisoner

  • more!

 Travel

  • Rick Steves' Europe

  • Globe Trekker

  • Great Cemeteries of the World

  • more!

 Health

  • ADHD

  • Binge Drinking Blowout

  • Firefighters' Workout

  • Kaballah Yoga

  • Good Skin for Life

  • Learning Disabilities

  • Optimal Aging

  • more!

 Food

  • Birthday Baking

  • Catch of the Day

  • A New Way with Turkey

  • Easy Skillet Suppers

  • Comfort Foods

  • Holiday Beef Tenderloin

  • Mama's Favorites

  • One Skillet Dinners

  • Winter Vegetables

  • more!

American Girls Reading Club Finale
The final program in the popular American Girls Reading Club series was held on November 18th.  Here are some photos of those attending. 

 

   

 

Celebrations

01: Bifocals at the Monitor Liberation Day
01: World AIDS Day
02: Special Education Day
06: Coats & Toys for Kids Day
06: Miners' Day
10: Dewey Decimal System Day
10: Human Rights Day
10: Nobel Prize Day
15: Bill of Rights Day
15: Cat Herders Day
16: National Chocolate-Covered Anything Day
21: Crossword Puzzle Day
21: Winter Solstice
21: Yule
24: Christmas Eve
25: Christmas Day
26: Boxing Day
26: National Whiners' Day
31: New Year's Eve  

                                                                                                          

                             


    

      

      

        

            
			December is....
    
			
  • World AIDS Month
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  • Spiritual Literacy Month
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  • Universal Human Rights 
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  • Tolerance Week (1-7)
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  • Hanukkah (2-9)
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  • Human Rights Week (10-17)
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  • Posadas (16-24)
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  • Kwanzaa (17-1/1)
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Library Store

    Both libraries have a "library store" where a wide selection 
    of items can be purchased (often at near-cost) to support 

    your public 
    libraries. 
    
Pineville's library 
    store is displayed in tall display case in the reading room.  Items 
    available include: 

 
    
      
  • Canvas Tote Bags (Love My Library or So Many 
      Books, So Little Time) $10
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  • White READ t-shirts,  Child sizes  $8     
      Adult Sizes  $10
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  • Catch the Reading Bug t-shirts (see 
      below)   $5
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  • NEW 
      Black READ t-shirts   adult sizes $15
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  • Magnetic photo frames    $2.50
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  • Plastic Book Bags     50¢
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  • Frisbees   $1.25
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  • Bentcils (bent pencils)  $1.50
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  • NEW 
      Snowflake pens  $1.50
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  • Mugs   $3.50
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    NEW 
      Backpack keychains $1.00
    
      
    
 
    
      
    
        
    
        
    
          
    
            
             
          
    
        
    
        
    
      
    
      
    
      
    
 
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Middlesboro Library 
        also has a variety of items for sale.  Ask at the Circulation Desk 
        to see: 
        
    
          
  • Plastic Book Bags   30¢
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  • Bentcils (bent pencils)  $1.50
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  • Mugs   $3.00
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  • Friends of the Middlesboro Library canvas totes,  
          $6 / 2 for $10
    
          
    
          and...
    
 
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  • Taming Yellow Creek, by Maria Campbell Brent,   
          $5
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  • 1920 Bell Co. Census    $21.20
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  • 1910 Bell Co. Census   $26.50 
          
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  • 1900 Bell Co. Census  $21.20
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  • 1880 Bell Co. Census  $19.08
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  • 1870 Bell Co. Census  $18.02
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  • 1860 Harlan Co. Census $16.96
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  • History of Bell Co., by H. H. Fuson vol. 1    
          CD-$26.50
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  • History of Bell Co., by H. H. Fuson vol. 2   
          CD-$26.50
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