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Anniston Public Library Newsletter - January 2024

Schools and Libraries

January 2, 2024

From: Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County

Sherry Blanton Presents: Pass Along Plants - January 9 at 2 PM
Pass along plants are usually not found in garden centers.  They are found in the gardens of friends who share them.  They often can become keepsakes to be passed along to other friends.  Join Sherry Blanton as she teaches us how to pass along a little piece of joy!  (3 Rewards)

Red Cross Blood Drive - January 12 from 10 AM - 2 PM
Join the American Red Cross and give the gift of life!  You can pre-register for your donation time by visiting redcross.org/donate.   Walk-ins welcome.

Library Jigsaw Puzzle Race - January 12 at 6 PM
Gather your team of up to four puzzle enthusiasts and get ready to put your puzzle-solving skills to the test!  Assemble a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle against the ticking clock, competing against other teams to claim the title of the ultimate puzzle race champions!

Non-refundable $5.00 deposit is required to register. Register online at publiclibrary.cc/puzzle.  Ages 10+ / Teams of up to four / Doors open at 5:30 PM

Bestselling  Author Deborah Goodrich Royce presents "Reef Road" - January 16 at 3:30 PM

Join bestselling author Deborah Goodrich Royce as she presents her new book “Reef Road”.  In a nod to the true crime that inspired it, Deborah Goodrich Royce’s Reef Road probes unhealed generational scars in a wrenching and original work of fiction. It is both stunning and sexy and, like a bystander surprised by a curtain left open, you won’t be able to look away.

Copies of Deborah's book "Reef Road" will be available for purchase starting on January 9 for $10.00 at the Main Circulation Desk.  (3 Rewards)

The Do it Group - January 18 at Noon

Are you an organizer or do you need to get organized? Either way, the DO it group is for you. Come share your successes or challenges with Teresa Kiser and Beverly Vickers on the third Thursday of the month from Noon to 1PM. You are welcome to bring a sack lunch.  Drinks will be provided!

LIBRARY CLOSED -  January 1 • January 15
Even while the Library is closed, you can still check out books and magazines digitally on Camellia Net!

Enroll Alabama - January 11 from 10AM-3PM
Receive help navigating and enrolling in Marketplace insurance with Enroll Alabama.  Available on site at The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County

Home Delivery Available for "Calhoun County Past/Present".
To order your copy, please visit publiclibrary.cc/book! The price is $20, and includes Media Mail shipping!

FREE Computer Classes - Every Tuesday at 9 AM
Join us at the Carver Branch Library for FREE computer classes!  To see what classes will be offered each month, be sure to check out our calendar at publiclibrary.cc/class. 

The Carver Branch Library is located at 722 W 14th St, Anniston AL.

Model City Chess Club - January 20 at 1:30 PM
Meets the 3rd Saturday of each month. For all ages, beginner to advanced. FREE and open to the public.
 
Barbie (PG-13) - January 8 at Noon
Barbie suffers a crisis that leads her to question her world and her existence.

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 (PG-13)  - January 22 at Noon
After the death of the family's patriarch, Toula attempts to locate her father's childhood friends in Greece for a family reunion.

Camp Hideout (PG) - January 29 at Noon
After a troubled teen steals an important item from two big-city goons, he hides in a church summer camp and must protect his newfound friends at all cost when the goons track him down.

Teen B.Y.O.B Club - January 4 at 4 PM
TEENS Got a book you read recently that you absolutely loved and want to share with others? The first Thursday of every month bring a book you can't wait to rave about, enjoy snacks and hear what awesome gems others have found for your TBR list!

Anime Club January 11 at 4 PM
Join us in the Ayers Room to watch a new anime title and enjoy Japanese snacks and prizes every month!  This month we will be watching The Rising of the Shield Hero.

Teen Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament - January 18 at 6 PM
Teens!  Come compete in a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes!  Warm ups & sign ups start at 5 PM.  Tournament begins at 6 PM.

D&D Day - January 13 at 1 PM
Join us at the Library for D&D and pizza!  All skill levels welcome!

Game Night - January 25 at 6 PM
Virtual Reality, (VR users must be 13+), board games, card games, party games! You name it; we'll be playing it. Bring your friends or make some new ones!

Homeschooler Computer Class - January 5 at 11 AM
Learn how to do everything from spreadsheets and resume writing to coding and creating graphics.  Held at the Carver Branch Library located on 722 West 14th Street, Anniston.

Teen Homeschooler Art Class January 19 at 11 AM
Learn about famous artists, movements, styles and mediums and then create works of art yourself! Ages 13+

Teen January Take & Make Crafts
 - Hot Cocoa Bombs
 - DIY Lip Balm

Lego League,   January 10 at 3:30 PM
Come build Lego challenges and win door prizes in the Children's Department!  

Sensory Storytime, Tuesdays at 10 AM
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday at 10 am in the Ayer's Room! Enjoy a Storytime, a sing-a-long and a craft!

Pick-Up Craft, Weekly in January
Each week a new craft will be available. You can pick up a kit in the Children's Department.

Pokémon Card Club  - January 17 at 3:30
Come trade Pokémon Cards and play the card game with others in the Children's Department!  Attendees will receive three free cards!  Held every third Wednesday at 3:30 PM.

Homeschooler Children's Art Class January 19 at 11 AM
Explore different kinds of art! Held at the same time as the teens Homeschoolers' Art Class in the Anniston Room.  (Ages 6-12).  Pre-registration is required.  Visit publiclibrary.cc/art to sign up.