Bledsoe, Farlow, Goodman, and Gurley! (Oh my!)

Join us for the Second Annual Writer’s Forum Breakfast!
Sponsored by the Archdale Public Library and the Archdale Library Friends (ALF)
Saturday, October 8th
Archdale Public Library
9:30-Noon

Jerry Bledsoe, Helen Goodman, Gail Gurley, and John Farlow will be present to discuss their books.

Light breakfast will be served. Ample time will be provided to ask questions and to purchase books for signing.

It is a free program, but registration is required. Call 431-3811 to register.

Authors:
Jerry Bledsoe—Angel Doll, Before he Wakes, Bitter Blood and others.
John Farlow—Holy War, Brouhaha, and reporter for the Tri-County Chatter
Helen Goodman—Jess and Murder in Eden.
Gail Gurley—Birdhouse: a Gift of Hope, Tales from the Sunroom, forthcoming NASCAR title and reporter for the Tri-County Chatter.

I experienced some end-of-summer blues this weekend down at So.Myrtle--taking my last dip in the ocean (for the season), running around town trying to locate an internet cafe and arriving 2 1/2 hours too early for the Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival. This wasn't as depressing as finding just one young teen with a paperback and her sun lotion (ok, I didn't walk the whole beach). Of course my tote was filled with magazines, newspapers, everything but the sun lotion!
If you're looking for a hot spot to start off the fall season, Thursday's children's hour is celebrating Fire Safety month by hosting a visit from the local Fire Dept. on Thurs., Oct. 6 at 10:30--you do not need to bring a hose, just your little ones!

Archdale Photo's

We have some pictures of the Branch on the RCPL website. Click here to load the Archdale Picture Gallery!

Thanks for reading,

George

Since Kari at the Reference Blog is not allowed to post any Harry Potter news, I figured that I would help her out a little (Don't tell Ross in Asheboro).

Check out the link for the exciting new trailer for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire film (which, of course, is based on a book). And later, don't forget to stop by and check out copies of the previous three Harry Potter films on DVD and video from us.

Thanks for reading,

George

The Newest Technology Breakthrough at Archdale Public Library!

The Built-In Orderly Organized Knowledge device is available for use at the Archdale Public Library. Click on the link to learn more!

Thanks for reading,
George
(ps) The link was originally given to me by Harriet.

Bush Hill was great!

ALF's presence at Bush Hill was well received and a lot of interest was shown in the Heart of the Community quilt. Jeannie, Nancy, Shari, and Judy enjoyed the time interacting with friends, neighbors and library supporters!

"The Heart of the Community"

Here is a picture of the beautiful quilt that was on display Saturday at the Bush Hill Festival in the Archdale Library Friends Booth. It is going to be displayed at various locations throughout Randolph County over the next six months. We will let you know when and where in a future posting.

Thanks to Nancy and Pame for all of their dedication and amazing work on the quilt.

Thanks for reading,

George

With the summer season coming to an end, the families of Thursday's storytime will enjoy a picnic at the Creekside Park (below the library's parking area) on Sept. 15 at 10:30. Refreshments will be served along with games and stories! Of course, we'll move inside if the weather is crappy! Here's to the last weeks of summer!

Bush Hill and ALF!

Just a reminder about the Bush Hill Festival this Saturday. ALF (Archdale Library Friends) will have a booth displaying a beautiful quilt...be sure to stop by and see it. It was done by Nancy Toth and Pame Whitaker.

You might also see me walking around.

Thanks for reading.

George

I can't believe this is Labor Day Weekend! It's special not only because we're having a longer weekend, it's special 'cause my daughter's 18th birthday is on the 5th! Grandparents' Day will be celebrated all week at Archdale Library with storytimes and an afternoon, school-age children's scrapbook program on the 8th. Don't forget to register!

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!

Reasons to get a card and use it:

1. All of the free stuff!

During this time of rising gas prices, the Library is truly a haven for everyone. We have books, videos, DVD's, magazines, and computer software for checkout--you just need a library card. Click here to find out how to get one.

2. Leave the driving to us!

If we don't have the particular book, video or DVD, we can order it from another Randolph County Library Branch and have it here within 2-3 days. That way, you can leave the driving to us! We have daily courier service to save you time and money.

Check back for more great reasons to get a library card.