The Library is excited to announce our first adult workshop series. This series begins on October 2nd with the discussion of our second Community ReadOutside Heaven by local author Susan McIntyre - and ends on November 8 with the debut of an audio-visual exhibit of Farmville oral histories collected during the Princeton University Heirloom Gardens Oral History Project.
This workshop series is packed with many different ways to record, share, and enjoy treasured memories. The first two workshop sessions will be lead by Dr. Andre Taylor, a former award-winning journalist and oral historian for NC State and the College of William and Mary. His two live-virtual sessions include a talk entitled “Biscuits and Babble” in which he will share insights about how family recipes can lead to oral histories, and a demonstration modeling how everyone has the technology to be an oral historian right on their smart phone.
The series continues with a memoir writing workshop lead by NY Times bestselling author and Newberry Honor Winner Sheila Turnage. Next, we have the grand opening of our new Digitization Center which will be located in the Local History Room. There will be demonstrations of the new equipment for digitizing VHS tapes and audio cassettes, and scanning photos, documents, recipes and more. There will also be be an opportunity to register for training on the equipment.
To learn more about this exciting series go to the “Special Programs” page under Programs for Everyone - Adults on the library website.
Wiggleworms
Wednesdays at 10:00 am
Kids can waddle, toddle, and wiggle during storytime for ages 0-3. This 30-minute program includes a read-together book, music and movement with shaker eggs and scarves, and concludes with the bubble dance. Each family is provided a copy of the featured Read Together book to share during the program.
Weekly Themes
Oct 1 - Pumpkins
Oct 8 - Solar System
Oct 15 - Farmers
Oct 23 - Reptiles
Oct 29 - Costumes
Bookworms
Thursdays at 10:00 am
Bookworms Storytime features early literacy activities for ages 3-6 including two to three picture book read alouds, music and movement, and interactive learning.
Weekly Themes
Oct 2 - Pumpkins
Oct 9 - Solar System
Oct 16 - Farmers
Oct 24 - Reptiles
Oct 30 - costumes
Special Storywalk Storytime
Friday, October 17 at 10 am
Everyone is welcome to walk in a special Costume Parade around the storywalk and read the story Spooky Wheels on the Bus with Miss Heather. All ages are welcome. Participants are welcome to come in costume. Strollers and wagons are welcome. Park along Dale Drive.
The StoryWalk is located at Oliver Murphrey Park 3475 N Main St
Parking is along Dale Drive
Walk and Read along with this month’s story by J Elizabeth Mills
Count from One Spooky Bus up to Ten Goofy Ghosts as this Halloween ride races through town picking up a few unsuspecting passengers along the way!
Join our 1000 Books Club Join our 1000 Books Club
1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a program designed to introduce literacy skills to children before they start kindergarten. The program provides a way to strengthen bonds, increases attention spans, develops speaking/speech patterns, and allows for a safe way to explore the world.
It’s never too early or too late to start reading to your to your child. Ask at the first floor desk to register your child.
Kids&FamilyPrograms
First Friday Family Night
Friday, October 3 at 6pm
Join the children's and teen staff for a no-carve pumpkin decorating party. Each child or teen will get a pumpkin to decorate and take home. We'll learn what vegetable we almost carved instead of the pumpkin from the featured read aloud Lila and the Jack-o'-Lantern, Halloween Comes to America. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call 252-753-3355 or email Heather at hharden@farmvillenc.gov.
Homeschool STEM
Thursday, October 10 at 2pm
Friday, October 11 at 10am
K-8th grade students and are invited to make Boo Bot Racer that floats across the room and glows in the dark. Participants will use mini vibrating motors, cell batteries, and led lights to make the bot move. The featured read aloud is Boy and Bot by Ame Dyckman.
Build
a Castle!
Thursday, October 16 at 11:45am
Come help build a castle with over 400 Biggo Blocks that will be big enough to play inside.
Saturday Family Storytime
Saturday, October 18 at 5pm
Tricks and Treats Storytime
Come in costume or as yourself for spooktacular stories, games, and crafts plus some tricks and treats!
Saturday Elementary Adventures
Saturday, October 18 at 6pm
Mother Ghoul Presents Nightmarish Nursery Rhymes
Mother Ghoul has turned sweet nursery rhymes into scary stories and unleased her creepy characters inside the library! You’re invited to meet these fiends, if you dare! Dodge eggs being thrown at you by Humpty Dumpty, cross the wreckage of the London Bridge, pet a Big Humongous Spider, and escape the boneyard.
This program is meant for ages 8-11, but all are welcome.
Adult Programming
Saturday, October 4 at 10:30am Community Read
Thursday, October 2 at 6:30pm
Join us as we discuss the book Outside Heaven: An Afghanistan Experience by local author Susan McIntyre This book is a memoir that provides a unique look into America’s early months in Afghanistan from the perspective of a woman, a mother, and a humanitarian. Books are available at the second floor desk. All are welcome to join!
Mat Yoga
Saturday, October 4 at 9:30am
Join Maile Wilder of Move Wildly Yoga for an hour-long mat yoga session in the Library Program Room on the first Saturday of the month at 9:30am This class is great for all skill levels, but is geared towards adults If you don’t have a mat, we have 6 yoga mats for participants to borrow Help us continue to offer yoga at the Library by donating $5 at the event.
Thursday, October 9 at 6:30pm Craft Night
This month, we’re painting coffee mugs from Painted Peacock in Greenville! All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity. Items will be transported back to the studio to be fired and will be available to be picked up at the Library within a week or so.
This class is open to all level of adult crafters. Bring a friend and join the fun! This program is strictly limited to adults
Registration is required for this program. Register by calling the Library at 252-753-3355 or visit our website: farmvillelibrary.libguides.com/events/home/craft-night
Resume Basics
Monday, October 13 at 10am
Learn how to create a great resume using resources available for free online! You can bring your own laptop or use a Library desktop. You will receive 4 free resume printouts and a USB drive for attending this program. Registration is required for this program to ensure we reserve enough computers. Register by calling the Library at 252-753-3355 or emailing erepp@farmvillenc.gov.
Classic Film Club
Monday, October 13 at 6:30pm
Join us for Notorious (1946) starring Cary Grant, Ingrid Berman. The film follows a U.S government agent who enlists the help of young woman to infiltrate a circle of executives of IG Farben, hiding out in Rio de Janeiro after WW II. The situation becomes complicated when the two fall in love. There is no registration and movie goers can bring their own Snacks and drinks with lids. Bring your own comfortable "soccer" chair or use chairs provided by the library
Author Talk
Thursday, October 16 at 6:30pm
Author Sue McIntyre will talk about her memoir Outside Heaven: An Afghanistan Experience She will speak about her experience as a humanitarian and her process of writing a memoir. She will also bring books to sell. All are welcome to come and listen to this incredible presentation!
Biscuits & Babble
This is a Virtual Presentation
Saturday, October 18 at 10 am
Dr Andre Taylor is a former award-winning journalist and oral historian from NC State and the College of William and Mary In this presentation, Dr Taylor will share insights about how family recipes can lead to oral histories. Registration is required for this program. Please call the library 252-753-355 to register.
Oral History Workshop
This is a Virtual Presentation
Saturday, October 25 at 10 am
Dr. Andre Taylor will instruct participants on how to use an inexpensive device with your phone to record and edit oral histories, demonstrating how everyone has the technology to be an oral historian. Some devices will be available at the library for checkout after the workshop. Registration is required for this program Please call the library 252-753-355 to register
Book Club
Tuesday, October 21 at 2pm (w/ ASL interpretation)
Thursday, October 23 at 6:30pm
This month, we’re reading "Killers of a Certain Age” by Deanna Raybourn. Books are available for check out at the second-floor circulation desk in regular and large print. We also have e-book and audiobook copies on Libby. All adults are welcome to join us! No registration required. Hope to see you there!
Visit our Book Club website for more information on future reads: farmvillelibrary.libguides.com/events/home/book-club
Tech Help Drop-In
Monday, October 27 at 9am-11am
Stop by the Library Conference Room (second floor) from 9am to 11am on the last Monday of every month for tech help drop-in hours with Emma! This is a great time to get help on how to use your phone, laptop, or e-reader. You can stay for as little or as long as you’d like. There is No registration is required for this program.
Stitchin’ Together
Tuesday, October 28 at 6:30pm
Bring a project your currently working on or ask about someone else's project to get new ideas It's not just about the crafting, it's about the company too! Crafting is so much more fun when you're doing it with friends! Everyone is welcome!
