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Something New to "Check Out" at the Marion County Public Library If you've been in the lobby of the Marion County Public Library (Fairmont) recently, you might have noticed a new addition to the lobby! After running an interest survey, we added a free standing self check out kiosk for those who might be in a hurry (especially on hectic library event days!), wish to have privacy for their checkouts, or prefer to avoid social interaction. Simply scan your library card, select “check out,” then place your library materials on the flat surface. Like our traditional work stations, the self check out uses RFID technology to scan each item. You can renew eligible items and choose to print or email your receipt! There are also multiple language options, and it has the ability to increase font size and screen contrast. We look forward to sharing the check out kiosk with you! Important note: This self check out kiosk is to supplement our services, and will not decrease the amount of staff hired at any of our locations.
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The American Library Association has announced the 2021 top books for children and young adults!
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Free Movie Nights with KanopyHave you tried out Kanopy? Offering what the New York Times calls “a garden of cinematic delights,” Kanopy showcases more than 30,000 of the world’s best films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema with collections from Kino Lorber, Music Box Films, Samuel Goldwyn, The Orchard, The Great Courses, PBS and thousands of independent filmmakers. Kanopy for Kids includes episodes of PBS TV shows such as Arthur, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, and Super Why, as well as movies, and animated tales from favorite authors Mo Willems, Jane Yolen, H.A. Rey, Maurice Sendak, and more. Library card holders can access Kanopy and sign up to start streaming films on instantly by visiting mcpls.kanopy.com. Films can be streamed from any computer, television, mobile device or platform by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, AppleTV, FireTV, Chromecast or Roku! Note: If going through the Kanopy app on your device or smart TV, you may need to visit mcpls.kanopy.com first to set up your account!
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Friends of the Library Book Sales Fairmont: The Book Cave is Open! The Friends of the Marion County Public Library (Fairmont) is taking walk-ins to browse the book sale room. The book sale room is open Tuesdays and Saturdays, 10 am—2 pm on a first come first serve basis. Fairview: The Fairview Public Library will offer a bi-monthly book sale. The Book Sale is open from 9:30-12:30 on Saturday, April 10 and Saturday, April 24. Mannington: The Friends of the Library Book Sale is back! Join us Fridays from 10 am - 2 pm and Saturdays from 9 am - 12 pm! We are now accepting donations, please contact the library at 304-986-2803 to schedule a drop off time.
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Get Wild at the Library! Facebook Live Story Time with the Oglebay Good Zoo On Tuesday, April 13 (10:30 am), the Olgebay Good Zoo will be joining Mr. Cox for a special Story Time. Join us as we go chat LIVE with the zoo and discover some of the various animals that live there. We will find out about these animals and their adaptations, as well as conservation issues surrounding them and their closely related species. It will be a wild time! Penguin Meet & Tweet Have you ever wanted to meet a penguin? Join us on this special event day when Mr. Cox will chat with a member of the National Aviary in Pittsburgh. We’ll learn about what an aviary is and what they do there as well as get to meet and ask questions about a penguin! Join us Monday, April 26 at 10:30 am for a wing flapping, tail twitching, good time.
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Facebook Live Story Time Facebook Live Story Time and the Story Time Craft Club is back! Facebook Live Story Time (10:30 am) requires no sign up. Click here for more Story Time Craft Club details, and to sign up!
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Chapters with Christian Chapters with Christian is back! Join us Wednesday, April 7 and Wednesday, April 14 at 10:30 am on Facebook Live as he reads a book from the "Kingdom of Wrenly" series by Jordan Quinn! No sign up required.
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Kids Craft Make & Takes (Fairview) Kids! Stop by the Fairview Public Library anytime in April during regular business hours and check out items to receive a free take and make craft kit. Contact the Fairview Public Library at 304-449-1021 for more details.
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Little Rembrandts Youth (ages 8-12) are invited to join Ms.Julie in this virtual event and learn how to transform a blank canvas into a kid dancing in the rain. Once registered, you can pick up the necessary supplies at your local library starting Saturday, March 27. You will need to supply a small round paint brush and
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The Book Pack The Book Pack is a book club for tweens at the Mannington Public Library, recommended for ages 10-13. Pick up a copy of Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson and register to join us April 20 at 1:30 to discuss the book and share a book related activity.
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T(w)eens Read Book Club 'Tweens & Teens can join us Thursday, April 29 at 4:30 pm on Zoom to discuss "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor! “In the aftermath of a war between gods and men, a hero, a librarian, and a girl must battle the fantastical elements of a mysterious city stripped of its name.” -Novelist
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T(w)eens Read Book Club 'Tweens & Teens can join us Thursday, April 29 at 4:30 pm on Zoom to discuss "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor! “In the aftermath of a war between gods and men, a hero, a librarian, and a girl must battle the fantastical elements of a mysterious city stripped of its name.” -Novelist
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"Beyond the Book" Book Club What would you do with one day left to live? This is the dilemma faced by the protagonists of the popular Young Adult novel They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera, Beyond the Book Club’s April selection. Join us Tuesday, April 20 at 7 pm for this thought provoking discussion.
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Skywarn Spotter Training Join the MCPLS and the National Weather Service on Tuesday, April 13 at 5 pm for a special virtual spotter training webinar. Upon completion, attendees will be qualified to participate as a SKYWARN storm spotter with the National Weather Service!
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Just Craftin' Around Thursday, April 22 Two sessions: 4 pm or 5:15 pm Join Julie Mike at the Fairview Public Library for her monthly Just Craftin' Around class designed for Teens and Adults. This month the class will create Fabric Decoupage Flowerpots that will look great on your front porch or on a window sill
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Beginning Hand Sewing Join us Wednesday, April 21 (4:30 pm) on Zoom to learn how to darn torn fabric! Participants need to provide a valid email to which the meeting invitation will be sent just prior to the Zoom event.
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Tabletop Game Group Missing our Wednesday Night Tabletop Game Group? Not to fear, WNG is happening virtually! Please contact Dan Ward at dward@mcpls.org for more information on how to join the fun! WNG meets every Wednesday at 5 pm to play games like Dominant Species, Sagrada, and Terraforming Mars
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The "Beyond the Book" Book Club Presents: Advance Care Planning Uncertain about how to best plan to age in place yourself? Struggling with caring for elderly relatives? Stumped by how to start the difficult conversations about these issues with your loved ones? Unsure what documents and plans need to be in place to insure your wishes are respected? Beyond the Book Presents Advance Care Planning with the WV Center for End of Life Care to answer these questions and more. Our presenter is Danielle Funk, manager of the nation’s leading center for advance care planning resources and registry systems. This event will take place virtually on Tuesday, April 27 at 7 pm. Please note that the “Beyond the Book” Presents… program is paired with our discussion of They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera. If you would like to attend join the book discussion, details are available here.
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Artible Join Ms. Julie for this beginning acrylic painting class for adults. This month's selection will be April Showers, on Tuesday, April 15 at 5 pm. canvas at your closest library. For a supplies list, and to sign up, click here.
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Crafty Creations Summer Door Hanger (Adults Only): Register to join Carol April 19, at 5 pm. Carol will provide the supplies needed and you can bring any special embellishments you have at home.
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Adult Craft Class Join us Wednesday, April 14 at 4:30 pm on Zoom to make a floral wreath with colored tissue paper. Participants need to provide a valid email to which the meeting invitation will be sent just prior to the Zoom event. Supplies will be ready for pickup on April 5!
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Speaking of Books Join us Tuesday, April 6, in person at the Fairview Public Library, or by phone or computer, as we discuss Storming Heaven by Denise Giardina!
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Cover2Cover Cover2Cover Book Club Pick up a copy of When the Men Were Gone by Marjorie Herrera Lewis and register to join us April 15 at 1:30 pm to discuss the book at the Mannington Public Library.
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Borrow & Win When you borrow items from the Fairview Public Library this month, you will receive a raffle ticket that will be entered into the monthly prize drawing. The more often you stop by this month, the more chances you can win. One raffle ticket per person per day.
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