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Darlene here! Elin Hilderbrand’s ‘Five Star Weekend’ is a fantastic book that takes you on a journey to Nantucket, where the story unfolds with a group of characters each dealing with their own problems and adventures. The author does an amazing job making the setting of Nantucket feel real and magical, almost like it’s a […]

Hello, It’s Ms. Shantelle. Happy Spring! Summer Reading is around the corner and soon Ms. Shantelle will begin her planning stages for newborns to 19 years of age. The theme this year is “Adventure Begins at Your Public Library”. We will have lots of fun activities for everyone to enjoy. This summer we will use

Hello April! It is stacking up to be a busy month already! Move It Monday began last week, and we have had quite a few folks sign up. All you have to do is commit to walking a mile each Monday, for six weeks. There will be a small prize randomly drawn at the end,

Justin’s Book Review: Book: Lost City of Z Author: David Grann In this book, written relatively early on in his writing career, David Grann lays the groundwork for what will be his calling card – a well-thought-out, fast-paced gripper of a nonfiction novel. Few navigate the realm of historical fiction with as much storytelling prowess

Ah, “Dirty Thirty” by Janet Evanovich, you say? Well, if you’re in the mood for a literary escapade that’s as tantalizing as it is mysterious, you’ve certainly picked an intriguing title. Our lead character, Stephanie Plum, may have bitten off more than she can chew… of several different filet mignons! Her job as a bounty

Happy Leap Day! I can’t believe February has come and gone already, and wow, that was fast! I am actually still hoping for snow, but we will just have to see.Our MahJongg group is still going strong, and we have another one that is more in the Chinese tradition which meets every other Saturday. The

Hello, It’s Ms. Shantelle!Happy March! Happy Reading!We are super excited about Read Across America Day, March 2nd; It’s Dr. Seuss’s birthday!https://www.seussville.com/themes/dr-seuss-birthday/Don’t forget we host Storytime on Tuesdays at 11am and LapSits on Thursdays mornings at 11am. Please share and bring some friends. Thanks in advance!Each Friday beginning at 4:30pm this month, we will have special

When was the last time you took a moment to settle into a quiet space and get lost in a good story? At the Toccoa-Stephens County Library, you can find both. We have books, programs, and events happening for all age groups.  My goal in leading the branch is to implement new and exciting ideas

Hello, and Happy New Year! I can’t believe January is already over. How many of us still have leftover Halloween Candy? Anyway, we are into 2024 and we have so much going on.  Our book club meets every 3rd Tuesday at 1:00pm. January’s book, “The Only One Left” by Riley Sager, was a big hit. If you haven’t

Hey, it’s Shantelle Grant, your Regional Children’s and Youth Services Director.Happy New Year and reading!Literacy is more important now than ever. Staying up to date on current events andeven reading a nighttime story are integral parts of growing a child’s self-awareness andfinding their place in the community. Programming at the library is focused on helpingyour