News from Screven
Thursday, November 6 at 7 pm, we’ll be having an author talk with Linda McBride, whose book MEMA HAS CANCER has just come out. It’s a wonderfully sensitive book for youngsters who are dealing with family members who have cancer, and it’s simple enough for even young children to understand.
Tuesday, November 11 at 4 pm we’ll have our terrific Teen Book Club. This month we’ll be discussing THE LAST BOOK IN THE UNIVERSE by Rodman Philbrick, about a dangerous world where life is cheap and the only escape lies in downloading movies right into your brain and literacy is a dying art. We’ll also be picking up next month’s book, HOME OF THE BRAVES by David Klass. Remember – these are high-quality books that teens love, and they get to keep them, so don’t miss out!
Thursday, November 13 at 4 pm is our creative craft time. People of all ages are welcome to join us to create cute seasonal craft projects for free! Just sign up ahead of time so we know how many people to prepare stuff for, please!
Saturday, November 15 is NATIONAL GAMING DAY! We will be opening up the library’s multipurpose room for people to play DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION on the Wii, board games, card games, and more! It’s open to all ages, and everyone is invited!
Does your child love a good story? Tuesdays at 10 am we have our wonderful storytimes, when children listen to a story and then do a craft related to it. Can’t make it to storytime, but don’t have time to read them a story yourself? Call 912-564-7080 for Dial-A-Story and they can listen to a story on the phone!
Tuesday, November 11 at 6:30 pm, we’ll be having an author talk with Linda McBride, whose book MEMA HAS CANCER has just come out. It’s a wonderfully sensitive book for youngsters who are dealing with family members who have cancer, and it’s simple enough for even young children to understand.
Wednesday, November 12 at 4 pm we’ll have our terrific Teen Book Club. This month we’ll be discussing THE LAST BOOK IN THE UNIVERSE by Rodman Philbrick, about a dangerous world where life is cheap and the only escape lies in downloading movies right into your brain and literacy is a dying art. We’ll also be picking up next month’s book, HOME OF THE BRAVES by David Klass. Remember – these are high-quality books that teens love, and they get to keep them, so don’t miss out!
Does your child love a good story? Wednesdays at 4 pm we have our wonderful storytimes, when children listen to a story and then do a craft related to it. Can’t make it to storytime, but don’t have time to read them a story yourself? Call (478) 982-5898 for Dial-A-Story and they can listen to a story on the phone!
Saturday, November 15 is NATIONAL GAMING DAY! We will be opening up the library’s multipurpose room for people to play board games, card games, and more! It’s open to all ages, and everyone is invited! You can either play our games or bring your own.
Now, on to the books!
THE BOOK OF LIES by Brad Meltzer. In the Bible, Cain kills Abel. It’s history’s most famous murder, but the weapon used is lost to history. In 1932, Mitchell Siegal was killed by two gunshots to the chest, a murder which led his grieving son to create Superman, but again, the weapon was never found. What’s the link between these two deaths?
OUT STEALING HORSES by Per Petterson. It was July of 1948, and Trond’s friend Jon had just shown up on his doorstep, planning a fun day of joyriding on other peoples’ horses. But before the day is out, Jon is caught in a trance of grief, an event that begins a summer of losses
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MULBERRY PARK by Judy Duarte. A woman shattered by grief finds herself answering a little girl’s letter to God. In the process, she sets off a chain of events that offers second chances to nine strangers
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BEING ELIZABETH by Barbara Taylor Bradford. At only 25, Elizabeth Deravenel finds herself the head – and the youngest executive – of Deravenels, a business empire that spans the globe. But all is not perfect, as she finds herself surrounded by rumors and disloyalty. And at least one of her enemies is willing to kill for her position…
BOLD SONS OF ERIN by Owen Parry. Thousands of Irishmen are serving valiantly in the Union army, but when a Union general is murdered, the Irish are the first to be suspected. Can Union Major Abel Jones find the real killer – and the reason for the general’s death?
New E-Scams & Warnings
This page lists alerts about scams and other warnings concerning malicious software (malware), viruses, phishing, e-mail schemes, threat and extortion e-mail messages, and more. Includes an option to get e-mail alerts when new warnings are posted on the page. From the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Veterans Day 
Contains facts and statistics regarding veterans in the United States, including women and black veterans, wars served, where veterans live, and what veterans receive in benefits. Features quotes and audio clips.
Parents: Autumn Tips to Help Keep Your Kids Safe and Healthy
This collection of fall health and safety tips suggests a family food tasting, indoor and outdoor activity, taking an active role in teen employment, checking toy and product safety, demonstrating healthy habits, and more. The sidebar includes a related article, "Kids' Autumn Activities," and several other health and safety features. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The Astronomy Cafe
An educational and professional resource in astronomy, calling itself "The web site for the astronomically disadvantaged." Includes descriptive articles, links, FAQs, an "Ask the Astronomer" archive of commonly asked astronomy questions, and more. Maintained by a research astronomer.
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
"NORD is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and service." Search the Rare Disease Database or browse an alphabetical listing for descriptions of the disease, or find a support group or other source of help in the Organizational Database. Reports are available for a fee.
Well, that’s all for now – see you at the library!
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