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Close to Home: North Carolina Fall 2020
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About Us
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The North Carolina Collection 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 second floor of the Central Library in Winston-Salem, NC or call 336-703-3070 during regular business hours.
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Something read, something dead by Eva GatesWinter falls on North Carolina's Outer Banks as Lucy Richardson and her friends help her favorite cousin, Josie O'Malley, plan her wedding. But to their horror, Josie's imperious grandmother, Gloria, descends with aunts and cousins who intend to take control of the wedding plans. Meanwhile, cousin Mirabelle has her own ideas for Josie's wedding--something grand and lavish. Lucy hosts a bridal shower at the Bodie Island Lighthouse Library, but it turns deadly when Mirabelle collapses soon after eating the gluten-free treats Josie prepared specifically for her. Now, to save her cousin from prison, Lucy will have to bring a crook to book in this fifth festive Lighthouse Library mystery from national bestselling author Eva Gates.
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Lake life by David James PoissantThe members of the Starling family return for one last weekend to their beloved, but for-sale, summer home in North Carolina, where they witness a tragedy that acts as a catalyst to a series of dramatic revelations.
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Horror in North Carolina by Simon RoseNorth Carolina is known for its natural beauty. The state is also famous for its supernatural activity. Be wary of empty roads, old buildings, and strange lights. You never know who--or what--you'll encounter. Get ready to read four terrifying tales about North Carolina's spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify emergent readers.
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Grow Great Vegetables in North Carolina by Ira WallaceThis ultimate local guide to growing vegetables and other edibles provides you with insider advice on climate zones, average frost dates, and growing season details across North Carolina. Information includes details on sun, soil, fertilizer, mulch, water, and the best varieties for your region. A garden planning section helps with design and crop rotation, and monthly lists explain what to do from January through December. In-depth profiles of nearly 50 edibles round out the information and help ensure a can’t-miss harvest.
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Virtual Genealogy Help Monday - Friday between 10 - 11 a.m. and 2 - 3 p.m. Virtual Program with ZoomChasing after family secrets? Let us help you catch them. Schedule a virtual appointment with a librarian to help you do your genealogy. Use this link to schedule a virtual genealogy help session using Zoom. Use the calendar on the bottom right of the page to select the date and time. We recommend that you download Zoom before the appointment. Appointments will be available Monday through Friday from 10 -11 a.m. and 2 - 3 p.m. Appointments will last for approximately 60 minutes. If you have any problems scheduling, please call us at 336-703-3070. If you need help using a genealogical database and do not have a library card, you'll need to get a library card. You can apply for a virtual library card for online resources by filling out the Online Library Card Registration. Please allow 1-2 business days to fully process your request.
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Forsyth County Public Library 660 W 5th Street Winston Salem, North Carolina 27101 336-703-3030www.forsythlibrary.org |
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