Events & Programs at SGRL
Mark your calendars & join us for learning and fun!
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Valdosta Lowndes County Library
Kelly Lenz - Assistant Director of Public Services
300 Woodrow Wilson Drive
229-333-0086
Seasonal Events
College Prep Fair
Main Library
Date TBA
Research schools and get the inside scoop on college life.
Reoccuring Events
GED Class – Our library system has teamed up with Val-Tech to offer a free GED preparation class at VLC on Mondays and Tuesdays from 5:00 to 8:00pm in the Folsom Room.
Here are the highlights:
- The class is completely free.
- Those interested must sign up. (At VLC this may be done at the “information station” near refernce.)
- Must be 16 or older.
- Orientation is required. (They will be given more information after signing up.)
For more information please direct all inquiries to Valdosta Technical College at 229-333-2123.
Vampire Book Club – This book club will be reading books based on Vampires. This discussion group is for mature audiences only. Contact Halley Little 229-333-0086 ext. 222.
- Must be 18 years or older to participate.
- Jan Norton, a professor at VSU, will be leading the group.
- The group will have a monthly movie night, dates and movie to vary monthly.
- The group will meet every Thursday at 5:30pm.
Teen Book Club – Looking for a cool place to meet and make friends? Come to the Teen Book Club to read the latest and greatest in teen fiction and participate in movie nights and “lock ins” at the library! For any questions please contact Jennifer 229-333-0086 ext 212 or email at jtyler@sgrl.org
The teens meet every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:30pm.
Guidelines:
12-19 only.
We meet to discuss popular teen fiction.
Parents must fill out the permission form before the teen may join the club.
A place for the young adults to meet and make friends.
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. every Tuesday
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Saturday
- Click this link for a PDF version of the schedule.
Books should be available shortly at the Reference Desk. Used books are often available locally at the Backdoor Bookstore or online from Amazon.com.
Bookfellows Schedule 2010
All meetings will be at 4pm unless otherwise noted.
Mar. 8 |
Mistress of the Art of Death by Ariana Franklin |
Marie Hil |
Mar. 22 |
Light on Snow by Anita Shreve |
Lyndall Webb |
** Author Booktalk and signing |
Mistress of the Art of Death by Ariana Franklin
When four children are found murdered in medieval Cambridge, the Catholic community blames Jews for the atrocity. Anti-Semitism nearly erupts into riots, forcing King Henry II to intervene. Hoping scientific investigation will catch the true killer, the king calls for the best medical experts. When the “master of the art of death” turns out to be a woman, Adelia faces danger from the church and the killer. She must examine the victims and retraces their last steps before the killer strikes again. This fascinating medieval mystery is “"a deliciously dark and effective concoction of historical fiction, suspense, romance, adventure and forensics. Franklin deftly recreates a vivid medieval England and introduces a memorable cast of seamy inhabitants" (Miami Herald).
Light on Snow by Anita Shreve
A touching coming of age story, this novel is about second chances and redemption. After a 12 year old girl and her widower father find an infant abandoned in the snow their lives are changed forever.
April 12, 2010
Homer and Langley by Gil Gjertsen
Highly imagined from the weird real-life existence of NY’s fabled Collyer brothers, this most recent novel from a noted contemporary American author reflects on American life in the 20th century.
April 26, 2010
Barchester Tower by Anthony Trollope
Our guest from VSU’s Department of English will introduce us to the enjoyment of the work of 19th-century novelist Trollope.
May 10, 2010
Our Nobel Quest by Ron Irwin
Ron, recently retired from LHS School System, has spent years researching and documenting the history of education in Lowndes County. Books will be available for purchase, but review copies are in Eric’s office.
May 24, 2010
Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese
Sweeping, old-fashioned novel examines love, betrayal, redemption, and the practice of medicine from Ethiopia to Africa to America. The story features unforgettable characters and exotic locales.
June 14, 2010
Discussion of Next Year’s Reading
Déjà vu all over again! What book have you read more than once? Would you like to revisit some of our 50 Favorites from 15 Years of Bookfellows? See attached list. Group response will determine what we read next year. Don’t miss it!
July 12, 2010
Annual Ocean Pond Picnic
Once again, we have been invited to share the relaxation and good dining at the Ocean Pond Clubhouse. Bring a guest. More details nearer the date.
August, 2010
No Meetings
Read at your leisure this summer.
Booktalk with Eleese
Saturday, March 13
1:00PM
Main Library
Eleese, a local Christian author, will be holding a Booktalk at the Main Library on Saturday, March 13th at 12:30PM to discuss “Devotions for Men of God.” This inspirational piece was written to provide hope, motivation, and inspiration through God’s works. Eleese hopes her works will inspire those who need healing, and that God can help everyone to overcome any obstacle.
Booktalk with Morris Smith
Monday, June 7
4:00PM
Main Library
Author Morris Smith will be speaking about her latest book "Above Ground: Cemetery Stories," a collection of humorous stories based in cemeteries. “They are all set in graveyards, ranging from an above-ground, moss-laden New Orleans’ cemetery with chipped angels in front of decaying mausoleums, to a prim, manicured one in Delaware where relatives of a buried loved one are left with a tantalizing question,” Smith notes. A Valdosta native, Smith studied at Valdosta State University and at Tulane University and has worked as a teacher and a social worker. In 1998, she was nominated by the Georgia Writers Association as Georgia Author of the Year for her short story sequence, Spencer Road (University of Tennessee Press). Smith has written several novels and numerous short stories.
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Vampire Book Club
Thursdays @ 5:30pm
Valdosta-Lowndes County Library
Join fellow vampire fans for interesting conversation about vampire literature.
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All programs listed are given by Eric Mathis in our computer lab. For more information call 229-333-0086 ext 238.
Allen Statenville Library
David Peeples - Branch Manager
123 Highway 129 S., Statenville
229-559-8182
English as a Second language class:
Every morning 11:00am to noon.
Basic Computer Classes
Schedule with Jackie Culpepper.
Spanish Class
Wednesdays @ 4:00 - 6:00pm
The Allen-Statenville Library is hosting Spanish Classes on Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:00pm. No prior knowledge of the language is required. These classes are free of charge and open to the public. Spanish classes are taught by Alicia Rodriguez 559-1430. Please call Alicia in advance to let her know you are interested in coming.
Animeniacs Club
Meets every Friday 3-4pm
The Echols Animeniacs meet every Friday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Allen Statenville Library to discuss manga and anime.
Echols Teens
Teens meet every Friday at 4:00!
If you are a teen and looking for something to do, we would like to welcome you to come and hang out with us!! Please call or e-mail Jackie R. Culpepper for more information or Kelly Lenz: Klenz@sgrl.org 229-333-0086 Ext 214
Rock Band
Last Friday of every month 4-6pm
Come out and play Rock Band at the library!!
Salter Hahira Library
Janet Register - Branch Manager
220 E. Main St., Hahira
229-559-8182
Johnston Lakes Library
Jeanna Pyles - Branch Manager
720 Lakes Boulevard
229-559-8016
Home School Group
The second and fourth Monday of every month @ 1:30pm
Lake Park Library
Get together with other homeschoolers for stories and related activities.
Homeschool Group
Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 2:00-4:00PM. Children will listen to stories and then take part in an activity (craft, science experiment, etc) related to the topic.
Pre-School Storytime
Wednesdays @ 1:15pm
Pre-School Storytime is a fun and constructive way to jumpstart your child’s education.
Lake Views book discussion group
Meets monthly on every 3rd Monday. We meet and discuss the selected book. Call branch manager Jeanna Pyles for additional information.
McMullen Southside Library
Beverly Sanders - Branch Manager
527 Griffin Avenue
229-253-8313
African American Read-In
Saturday, February 20
Join people across the country in reading works written by African Americans at the McMullen Southside’s African American Read-In! Come to the library for a day of local authors and special events. Check out our website for more information!
Open Mic Night
The third Thursday of every month @ 6:00pm
Southside Library
Show your talent at our Open Mic Night or just kick back and enjoy special performances by Poetic Magic.
National African American Read-In Chain
McMullen Southside Library
February 20, 2010
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Read a book by an African American author at the library as part of a nationwide event.
Miller Lakeland Library
David Peeples - Branch Manager
124 South Valdosta Road
229-482-2904
SGRL Close Dates 2010
This will be updated when the information is available.
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