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Close to Home: North Carolina January 2019
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Close to Home: North Carolina is a NextReads newsletter that focuses on the treasures found in the North Carolina Room at the Central Library. Please note that North Carolina Room copies of books are considered reference only and cannot be checked out, but circulating copies may be available elsewhere in Forsyth County or in the NC Cardinal consortium.
For additional resources check out the links below and read our very popular blog!
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The North Carolina Room of the Forsyth County Public Library houses a broad range of non-circulating resources to suit your research needs. The room contains a wealth of local, state and federal information as well as archived issues of newspapers and magazines. Our knowledgeable staff will be happy to assist you with your project, whether you are an experienced researcher or just getting started. For help with questions about North Carolina, local history, or genealogy, please come visit us on the ground floor of the Central Library in Winston-Salem NC or call 336-703-3070 during regular business hours.
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Mysterious tales of coastal North Carolina by Sherman Carmichael"Master storyteller Sherman Carmichael ventures into the Tar Heel State to deliver strange and mysterious tales along the coast. Read about shipwrecks such as that of the SS Liberator, which still sits at the bottom of the ocean off the coast of Diamond Shoals, and legendary storms like the 1911 Water Spouts, which were described as tornadoes spinning wildly atop the ocean. Find out why the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is said to be haunted by a large black cat. Learn about the origins of Boo Hag, a fiendish creature that sucks the life out of her victims as they sleep at night—a tale that originates from the rich Gullah culture of the Carolinas. Join Carmichael as he contemplates these stories and more from the mysterious side of North Carolina's beloved coastal counties."
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Western North Carolina Beer : A Mountain Brew History by Anne Fitten Glenn"Over the past two hundred years, Western North Carolina has evolved from a mountainous frontier known for illicit moonshine production into a renowned destination for craft beer. Follow its story from the wild days of saloons and the first breweries of the 1870s through one of the longest Prohibitions in the nation. Eventually, a few bold entrepreneurs started the first modern breweries in Asheville, and formerly dry towns and counties throughout the region started to embrace the industry. The business of beer attracts jobs, tourists and dollars, as well as mixed emotions, legal conundrums and entrepreneurial challenges. Join award-winning beer writer Anne Fitten Glenn as she narrates the storied history of brewing in Western North Carolina."
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North Carolina Transportation Museum by Alan Coleman"Established in 1896, Spencer Shops was the Southern Railway's largest steam locomotive repair facility. After five decades of providing thousands of jobs to craftsmen and laborers, Spencer Shops and its company town became a victim of technology as diesel-electrics replaced steam locomotives. By August 1960, Spencer Shops had all but ceased operation, its workforce dwindling to a level 95 percent smaller than it had been in the early 1950s. Even as rust and pigeons ruled the largely abandoned complex, a dedicated group of state officials and railroad enthusiasts saw its promise as a state historic site. After years of hard work, Spencer Shops experienced its rebirth with the creation of the North Carolina Transportation Museum (NCTM) in 1977. Today, the impressive facility celebrates not only the rich history of Spencer but also the wide array of transportation history in the Tar Heel State."
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Reynolda Revealed Tuesday, Jan. 15, 6:30 p.m. Walkertown Branch Library Phil Archer from Reynolda House Museum of American Art will share some never-before-heard stories, talk about what's involved in the roof rehabilitation project, and answer questions about the history and future of Reynolda. This event is sponsored by the Walkertown Area Historical Society. Free event. No reservations required.
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African American Genealogy Researching African American genealogy can be quite challenging due to the legacy of slavery. Learn about the unique types of records used in African American genealogy and discover research methods to help you find them in this free program. Monday, January 28, 6-7 p.m. Rural Hall Branch Library Monday, Feb. 18, 6-7 p.m. Lewisville Branch Library Saturday, Feb. 23, 10-11 a.m. Walkertown Branch Library Friday, Mar. 5, 11 a.m. - Noon Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
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Exhibit: Piedmont Aviation January 2 - April 30, 2019 Forsyth County Central Library North Carolina Collection Discover the legacy of aviation in the Piedmont Triad with this historical exhibit curated by the Piedmont Aviation Historical Society.
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Forsyth County Public Library 660 West Fifth Street Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101 336-703-2665www.forsythlibrary.org |
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