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Found In Translation

Posted on March 15, 2019March 15, 2019 By Director No Comments on Found In Translation

Why should you read books translated into English from another language? Writing translated from another language makes you see things differently. It has many of the benefits of travel, but from the comfort of your own home: a deeper understanding of cultural differences; a new perception of your innate assumptions; and an opportunity to see…

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Books O’ the Irish

Posted on March 1, 2019February 25, 2019 By Director No Comments on Books O’ the Irish

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, our public book group’s theme is Ireland. Select any book about Ireland, by an Irish author, that takes place in Ireland, OR has another connection to the Emerald Isle. Then join us for some relaxed discussion and coffee on March 13 at 4:00 p.m. Here are some good picks…

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Reading While Black

Posted on February 25, 2019 By Director No Comments on Reading While Black

Black History Month, also known as African-American History Month, is an annual February observance remembering important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. Here is a sampling of the library’s collection of books by black authors, featuring black characters, or about the historical black or African American experience.    

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The Library Is Like a Box of Chocolates: Sweet Reads

Posted on February 4, 2019 By Director No Comments on The Library Is Like a Box of Chocolates: Sweet Reads

  Celebrate Valentine’s Day with one of these sweet reads!    

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Civil Rights and Martin Luther King, Jr. at Your Library

Posted on January 14, 2019January 15, 2019 By Director No Comments on Civil Rights and Martin Luther King, Jr. at Your Library

  On January 21, the library will be closed as we observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  This is a day for the nation to think about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a minister, civil rights activist and nonviolent leader. Dr. King is recognized as one of the most prominent leaders in the Civil…

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Computer Help at the Library

Posted on January 8, 2019 By Director No Comments on Computer Help at the Library
Computer Help at the Library

If you received a new phone, tablet, or computer for the holidays and need some help getting started, the library is here for you!  Click here to check out our free online computer classes that cover everything from basic skills to office software.  You can also schedule an in-person one-on-one session with our technology trainer…

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Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm

Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm

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Saturday 10 am - 5 pm

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South Parkersburg Hours:

Monday 10 am - 8 pm

Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm

Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm

Thursday 10 am - 6 pm

Friday 10 am - 5 pm

Saturday 10 am - 3 pm

Sunday Closed

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Monday 11 am - 5:30 pm

Tuesday 11 am - 5:30 pm

Wednesday 11 am - 5:30 pm

Thursday 11 am - 5:30 pm

Friday 11 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday Closed

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