HEADQUARTERS LIBRARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Sunday, November 22, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Do It Yourself: Holiday Wrapping Paper

When: Sunday, November 22, 2009 - 2:30 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Spruce up holiday gifts with your own unique wrapping paper. Join us for an afternoon of decorating papers with a variety of techniques. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well. Registration is required as space is limited. For more information or to register call 483-7727.Spruce up holiday gifts with your own unique wrapping paper. Join us for an afternoon of decorating papers with a variety of techniques. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well. Registration is required by calling 483-7727 ext. 202.

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Give Thanks for Thanksgiving Story Time and Puppet Show

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Let's give thanks for Thanksgiving in this interactive story time! Children 2-5 years old will listen to Thanksgiving stories, songs and rhymes as we celebrate this season of thanks. Laugh along to the puppet show finale, "Thanksgiving Time!" Registration is required by visiting the children's department or calling 483-7727 ext. 300.

Mother Goose Story Times

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Story Time Room

mother goose story times

National Novel Writing Month Write-In

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Join us for a night of writing dangerously! Turn off your inner editor and just write! National Novel Writing Month is the joyous attempt to write a 50,000-word novel in 30 days and have tons of fun along the way. Teens and adults are invited to bring their ideas to workshop with other writers and librarians and staff members will be on hand to share helpful writing resources. This group will meet 4 times throughout November and is sponsored by Paragraph 3: Read It, Write It, Share It, Headquarters Library's teen writing club. For more information call Missy Lang at 910-483-7727 ext. 306. Find Missy on the official site and make her a writing buddy; username: Missy_Teen_Librarian

Great Books Discussion Group

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 7:30 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Conference Room #3

Great Books is wrapping up its year by examining the Introduction to a seminal text in modern feminism, The Second Sex by Simone de Beauvoir, who has been called the 20th century's preeminent feminist writer. We'd love for you to join us for what promises to be a lively discussion. Copies of the text and discussion questions are available at the Information Desk at the Headquarters Library. For more information, call Nora Armstrong at 483-7727 ext. 204.

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Tots and Tales Story Time

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Story Time Room

tots and tales story time

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Preschool Story Time

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Story Time Room

Preschool story time

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Thursday, November 26, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Friday, November 27, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Saturday, November 28, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Sunday, November 29, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Only Good Dreams - The Art of Standing Deer

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - All Day
Where: Headquarters Library

A collection of dream catchers, jewelry, and paintings created by local Native American artist, "Standing Deer" Donald Perry will be exhibited at the Headquarters Library from November 1-15. Mr Perry serves on the Board of the Cumberland County Association of Indian People and the North Carolina Indian Cultural Center and operates Buffalo Run Studios.

Mother Goose Story Times

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 11:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Story Time Room

mother goose story times

National Novel Writing Month Write-In

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Join us for a night of writing dangerously! Turn off your inner editor and just write! National Novel Writing Month is the joyous attempt to write a 50,000-word novel in 30 days and have tons of fun along the way. Teens and adults are invited to bring their ideas to workshop with other writers and librarians and staff members will be on hand to share helpful writing resources. This group will meet 4 times throughout November and is sponsored by Paragraph 3: Read It, Write It, Share It, Headquarters Library's teen writing club. For more information call Missy Lang at 910-483-7727 ext. 306. Find Missy on the official site and make her a writing buddy; username: Missy_Teen_Librarian

Sunday with the Sons

When: Sunday, December 06, 2009 - 4:30 PM
Where: Headquarters Library

A representative of le Marquis de Lafayette Chapter of the National Society Sons of the American Revolution will be in the Local & State History Room at Headquarters Library from 4:30 pm-5:45 pm on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays of the month. The representative will conduct short lineage/genealogy workshops and provide application preparation assistance for anyone who may want to join the organization. Registration is required by calling 483-7727 ext. 308.

�3: Read It, Write It, Share It

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Conference Room #3

Join us for ¶3, a writing workshop just for teens. Try one of the writing prompts or creative challenges; get information to improve your skills, enter contests, or bring a selection of something you're working on to share with the group. All types of teen writers and artists are welcome. For more information, please call Missy at 483-7727 ext. 306.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: A Festive Story Time and Puppet Show

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Children 2-5 years old will celebrate this festive story time with stories, songs, and fingerplays about Santa and his favorite helper, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer! We will laugh aloud with the entertaining puppet show "Santa and Rudolph Celebrate the Holiday!" Registration is required by visiting the children's department or calling 483-7727 ext. 300.

Holiday Blood Drive

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 9:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library

There is a critical need for blood donations, especially during the holidays. Give the gift of life— be a blood donor! The Cape Fear Valley Health System's "Vessel" will be parked in front of Headquarters Library from 9 a.m. until noon. Drop by, or call the Blood Donor Center at 609-6300 to schedule an appointment.

Homemade Holidays: Reverse Glass Painting

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

You don't have to be an artist to make beautiful embellished stem ware. Learn the simple techniques of reverse glass painting to make a poppy wine glass. Materials will be provided, but space is limited. Registration is required by calling 483-7727 ext. 212.

Opened Gates Book Club

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Two holiday related short stories, "Rag Sally" by James O. Cuthbertson and "What Goes Around" by Perkins Shelton, will be discussed at Opened Gates Book Club’s Annual Holiday Bash. Both stories were published in Essence Magazine during the mid-1970s. Light refreshments will be served. For copies of the readings or more information contact Wanda Hunter 483-7727 ext. 308.

Frosty the Snowman: A Holiday Story Time and Puppet Show

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Children 2-5 years old will have a "frosty" good time as we share holiday stories, songs, and fingerplays about snowmen. Celebrate the festive fun with our winter wonderland puppet show "Frosty the Snowman!" Registration is required by visiting the children's department or calling 483-7727 ext. 300.

Make it & Take it: Holiday Recycle

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Teens, you're invited to "go green" this holiday season. Make a collage from recycled graphic novels or create a one-of-a-kind picture frame from orphaned puzzle pieces. We'll supply the pieces-parts, you supply the creativity! For more information, please call Missy at 483-7727 ext. 306.

African American Family History Study Group

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Join us for Colored Confederates - Myth or Reality. This program is being presented by Earl Ijames, Curator with the North Carolina Museum of History. Mr. Ijames'presentation will focus on the history of North Carolina's slave and free people of color during the Civil War. For more information call 483-7727 ext. 308

The Night Before Christmas

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Headquarters Library at Pate Room

Children 2-5 years old are invited to enjoy stories, sing songs about the holiday season, and watch a puppet show. After the program, children will create a Christmas ornament to take home. Registration is required by visiting the children's department or by calling 483-7727 ext. 300.

Books2Movies @ Your Library

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Headquarters Library at Conference Room #3

Join us for a unique twist on the traditional book club. Each month we'll watch the movie version of a book and then discuss the differences between them. December's book will be Atonement by Ian McEwan. Registration is required by calling 483-7727 ext. 250.

Sunday with the Sons

When: Sunday, December 20, 2009 - 4:30 PM
Where: Headquarters Library

A representative of le Marquis de Lafayette Chapter of the National Society Sons of the American Revolution will be in the Local & State History Room at Headquarters Library from 4:30 pm -5:45 pm on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays of the month beginning August 2. The representative will conduct short lineage/genealogy workshops and provide application preparation assistance for anyone who may want to join the organization. Registration is required by calling 483-7727 ext. 308.