Library News for the Week of January 25, 2021

The Nobles County Library, 407 12^th Street, Worthington, is open from
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday.

 

The Adrian Branch Library, 214 Main Avenue, Adrian, is open from
12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday.

 

 

 

New in the Adult Sci.Fi./Fantasy Section in Worthington:

• To make your browsing and borrowing experience better, the library is making a number of improvements to the Science Fiction/ Fantasy collection. We’re adding new easy-to-read labels and reorganizing the books not just by author, but also by series. We’re also buying new books to complete series, like Anne Bishop’s Black Jewels saga; and purchasing classics, such as Isaac Asimov’s Foundation Trilogy and Terry Brooks’ Sword of Shannara. Come see the numerous trilogies, series, and sagas available for everyone to read!

 

Winter Reading Program 2021:

• The Winter Reading Program is underway!  Come in to either library branch (or call if necessary) to sign up and get your punch card.  Read twelve books (or audio books/e-books), bring your completed punch card back by March 31^st and choose your prize!  All participants are entered into the grand prize drawing, which will be drawn on April 1^st.  To learn more, please visit our website nclibrary.org or call the library.  (must be at least 16 to participate)

 

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Happening with Children’s Programming in Worthington:

• Please stop by the library or call 507-295-5340 to sign up, as class size is limited.
• Monday, January 25^th:  Wii (Grades 5-9) – after school until 4:45 p.m.
• Tuesday, January 26^th:  After-School Program (Grades K-5) – after school until 4:45 p.m.
• Wednesday, January 27^th:  Story Time (Preschool & Younger) – from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
• Thursday, January 28^th:  After-School Program (Grades K-5) – after school until 4:45 p.m.
• Please visit nclibrary.org for all library events.

 

Guidelines in Adrian and Worthington:

• Please continue to distance six feet from non-family members when inside and wear a mask if you are able.
• We have hand sanitizer near the front door.  We are spot cleaning throughout the day and after hours.
• In Worthington, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. children under 16 must be accompanied by their parent or guardian.  (except during organized activities)
• Please bring exact change, or the nearest dollar amount for copies, scans, faxes, etc.  We cannot accept large bills.
• Please visit nclibrary.org for all library updates.

 

New at the Library:

• New Books for Adults:  “Egg Shooters” by Laura Childs, “Great Lonesome” by John D. Nesbitt, “Rush of Heaven” by Ema McKinley with Cheryl Ricker, “Awakened” by Helen Hardt and “The Lost Manuscript” by Cathy Bonidan
• New Audio Books:  “NYPD Red 6” by James Patterson & Marshall Karp, “The Lost Boys” by Faye Kellerman
• Quote:  “I think of life as a good book.  The further you get into it, the more it begins to make sense.”  – Harold Kushner

 

Friends of the Library:

• Book Club: Monday, January 25th at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.  The book being discussed is “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot.  All are welcome to join!  Contact the library if you’d like to participate.