Message from Library Director Pamela Monroe
Hi Friends,
Where did the time go? It feels like just yesterday I was wishing everyone a warm and blissful summer, and now we're stepping into boot season and looking forward to fireside chats. Fall is ideal for book clubs. Sharing a novel with loved ones this Thanksgiving can truly change the conversation. After all, fictional characters often have lives that captivate us more than our own routines. Take a look at our extensive collection of traveling book club kits. Pair one with a dish from our cookbooks, and you might just find neighbors eager to join.
Your support means so much. Every time you pick up a hold or click "Borrow," you strengthen our local library and the dedicated team behind it. We're thankful to be in a community that values what we do.
Amazing things are happening!
Pamela Monroe, Library Director
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Dive into the history of recipe writing and discover how recipes can bridge generations with author and food commentator Amy Rogers during our Library Lecture Series "Preserving Your Food Stories: How to Write a Recipe" on Thursday, November 9, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the downtown Main Library.
Stick around after the discussion for a recipe writing workshop where attendees will develop skills to organize and standardize recipes so they can be preserved for future generations.
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Native American Heritage Month, also called American Indian Heritage Month and American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, takes place each November and celebrates the achievements and contributions of Native peoples past and present. Learn something new about the rich and diverse history, heritage, and culture of Native peoples with story time and resources from the Leon County Public Library.
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Reading just became a more immersive experience! Our Sensory Kits provide a unique opportunity for caregivers and children to bond through exploration, play, and reading. Reserve a kit online and pick it up from any library location.
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| Join us on Wednesday, November 15, from 4-5:30 p.m. for "Acing the Job Interview." In partnership with CareerSource Capital Region, we're bringing you an informative session filled with expert advice on mastering job interviews. Learn the techniques and strategies that can set you apart and help you secure that top candidate spot. |
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| Considering enrolling in a health insurance plan for 2024? Consult with a Navigator from Big Bend AHEC at the Leon County Public Library for complimentary and unbiased guidance in choosing and enrolling in the perfect plan for you. Sessions are available at all library locations throughout November, December, and January. No appointment required. |
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| All library locations will be closed on November 11 in observance of Veterans Day and on November 23-24 for Thanksgiving. Normal operations will resume after each holiday. |
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Enjoy engaging virtual Author Talks with bestselling authors from a wide range of fiction and nonfiction genres. Tune in for these live events with interactive Q&As, or watch the recording afterward.
Upcoming virtual Author Talks include:
- Thursday, November 9, at 2 p.m.: Author Talk with Tiffany Aliche, aka "The Budgetnista," author of the New York Times bestseller Get Good with Money.
- Thursday, November 16, at 4 p.m.: Author Talk with Joy Harjo, United States Poet Laureate, winner of the 2022 Academy of American Poets Leadership Award, and author of the memoir, Catching the Light.
- Thursday, November 30, at 3 p.m.: Author Talk with Naomi Alderman, bestselling and award-winning author of The Future.
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