November - December RCPL Magazine

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Plan Your Holidayspage 14

Dear Friends,

Recently and most assuredly by accident, I was asked to be a member of a writer’s group. Maybe it’s because I read a lot, and the person thought I’d add something by the way of liter-ary criticism. Maybe it’s because I work for an organization that has knowledge of the pub-lishing industry, and the group was hoping I’d have some inside favors to call in. Or, perhaps, and this is a stretch, the invite was a result of the fine writing that goes into this column every other month. Uh, right. But whatever the rea-son, Delia, Mary Jane, Irene, Lucie, Rachel and Carla have welcomed me warmly. And they ex-pect me to contribute. Which means I have to write something. Monthly. What did I sign up to do exactly? The truth is, we all have stories inside of us, waiting to be told. Bruce Coville, children’s book

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TAB: Check It Out! Meet teen author Zetta

Elliott and discuss her latest novel with USC’s

Dr. Michelle Martin.3:30 pm, Saturday,

November 3 1431, Main

See page 8 for details.

Melanie Huggins | Executive Director

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writer supreme, once said there is only one dif-ference between him, an author, and folks who have ideas for stories: Butt Glue. He said this to a group of 4th graders so he was surely play-ing to their love of potty humor. But he went on to explain that to write, you have to be still for long periods, thinking, writing and rewrit-

ing, even when it becomes painful. Sticking your bottom to a chair may be the go-to trick some writer’s use, but it doesn’t guarantee success. Some just lack the skill required to get those stories out in a coherent, compelling way. We read something that moves us, that says what we’re thinking and feeling, and it seems so simple. But readers—and especially writers—know it’s not just the you-know-what glue that makes an author. In today’s digital world, one could argue we have a proliferation of “authors.” It’s certainly easier to connect writers to readers. Whether it’s blogging, long form writing or seri-als, there’s a virtual space for all kinds of authors. But one thing that this writers group has already taught me is that there is tremendous talent right here in the Midlands of South Carolina. That is one of the reasons we started a local writers collection at our Main Library. It’s small right now, but the goal is to highlight local writers who are either self-published or published by smaller publishing houses. You won’t find Pat Conroy in this collection (search the catalog for the subject South Carolina Fiction) but you will find local writers who have their work in print. We’re proud of the start we’ve made to showcase local talent. Watch for this collection to grow and look for work by an author you may know! If you’re reading this well-crafted letter right now and wondering “How can I get MY work in the library?,” just email [email protected]. Or maybe you’ve always wanted to write but don’t know where to start? We have a long list of books to help with that, too. Or, you can accidentally join a (serious) writers group like I did, surround yourself with amazing and intimidating talent, and get put on the “hot seat” once a month. Now that’s what I call motivation!

I just finished If You Want To Write

- Brenda Ueland

I’m just starting

Spider Blue: A Caleb Knowles Mystery

- Carla Damron

I can’t stop listening to

Heaven is Whenever - The Hold Steady

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from the director

featured staff | Dee Robinson

About Her | Eastover Branch ManagerDee Robinson is the manager of the Eastover Branch. She works to connect residents in her community with the information and resources they need.

What’s your favorite thing about the library?One of my favorite things about working in the library is interacting with our customers – helping them with their needs; connecting them with books, movies and music; and listening to their stories. What part of the new Eastover location excites you most?The additional space and extended hours are definitely two of the many great things happening with the expansion that excite me. Giving our community more access to the incredible resources available through the public library will be priceless.

I couldn’t live without...My Nook. I am definitely hooked on my NOOK. If you could trade places with one person for the day, who would it be?Michelle Obama. Did you see how many jumping jacks she can do and still have a hand in changing the world?

Upcoming Closings All RCPL locations will be closed the following dates:

• Wednesday, November 7 for Staff Education Day.

• At 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 21 and all day Thursday, November 22 for Thanksgiving.

• Sunday, December 23 through Tuesday, December 25 for Christmas.

• At 5 p.m., Monday, December 31 and all day Tuesday, January 1

for New Year’s.

Board Meetings | Bostick Board Room, Main

RCPL Board Meeting:

5:30 p.m., Mondays, November 12 & December 10

Progress continues on the renovation and expansion of the Eastover Branch, funded by a USDA Grant and Richland County. A grand opening is tentatively slated for late spring. Watch for details.

Eastover Update

The library has received a $50,000 national leadership grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which will keep children reading during the summer. This pilot program will provide tutoring, food and transportation for 30 children in the Eau Claire community. Project Summer Stride will be held in partnership with USC’s Office of Pro-gram Evaluation and the Midlands Reading Consortium of the United Way of the Midlands. This grant was made pos-sible by a national campaign for third-grade level reading, a prediction of success in life.

Library Awarded National Leadership Grant

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what’s happening at RCPL

Kirby D. Shealy III, a shareholder with El-lis, Lawhorne & Sims, PA, will serve anoth-er term as chair. Robert E. Gahagan, with Gahagan Consulting Company, Inc., was elected vice chair. JoAnn M. Turnquist, president and CEO of the Central Caro-lina Community Foundation, was elected treasurer. Ida W. Thompson, director of

Laughter and RaindropsDigital Artist Brandon Reese Featured at Main Library

Don’t miss the chance to see artwork by il-lustrator Brandon Reese on display at the Main Library November 1 through Janu-ary 1. Reese’s work has been seen in High-lights, Nick, Nick Jr., The Utne Reader, The Boston Globe, Westchester Magazine, on eeBoo children’s products, and he recently created a mural at the Charlotte Mecklen-burg Library. His works have also graced the covers of albums by Lunch Money, the Jellydots and the Okee Dokee Brothers.

Reese says his inspiration comes from vintage children’s book illustrations, a childlike mindset, and his young son. As a child, he was given blank sheets of paper instead of coloring books by his mother. He and his brother learned to draw on these pages – recreating characters from J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis’ works. Reese says he always knew he would draw or do something creative for a living.

Leaders Help Library Serve YouThe library’s board, appointed by Richland County Council, has elected its officers for the 2012-13 year.

Instructional Technology Services for Richland County School District One, was reelected secretary.

Other board members include: John D. Baker, Nathaniel A. Barber, Jack Godbold, George C. Johnson, Rox W. Pollard Jr. and Alethia P. Rearden.

Main Library | 799-9084

Children’s Room | 929-3434

1431 Assembly St., Columbia 29201

Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Ballentine Branch | 781-5026

1321 Dutch Fork Rd., Irmo 29063


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Blythewood Branch | 691-9806

218 McNulty Rd., Blythewood 29016


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

John Hughes Cooper Branch | 787-3462

5317 North Trenholm Rd., Columbia 29206


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Eastover Branch | 353-8584

608 Main St., Eastover 29044

Mon., Tues., 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Wed., Fri., Sat., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thurs., 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

North Main Branch | 754-7734

5306 North Main St., Columbia 29203


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Northeast Regional Branch | 736-6575

7490 Parklane Rd., Columbia 29223


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sandhills Branch | 699-9230

1 Summit Parkway

at Clemson Rd., Columbia 29229


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Southeast Regional Branch | 776-0855

7421 Garners Ferry Rd., Columbia 29209


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

St. Andrews Regional Branch | 772-6675

2916 Broad River Rd., Columbia 29210


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Wheatley Branch | 799-5873

931 Woodrow St., Columbia 29205

Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tues., Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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Children’s Room, Main | 929-3434

Strings and Stories: A Musical Storytime

Relax for a morning of strings and stories with

classical guitarist Marina Alexandra and students.

10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 17

Reading Rumpus for all ages

Talk, sing, read, write and play as we build your

child’searly literacy skills.

6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, November 20 – December 18

Southeast Regional | 776-0855

I Sing America for all ages

Apatrioticstorytimefilledwithsongsandcraftscelebrating

the bravery of the men and women of the US military.

11 a.m., Saturday, November 10

¡Hola, Libros! for all ages

Bring the family to enjoy bilingual stories and songs.• Children’s Room, Main


• St. Andrews Regional

6:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 14

Congaree National Park Storytime for all ages

Enjoy storytime with a Congaree National Park Ranger

as a guest reader!• Children’s Room, Main

10:30 a.m., Saturday,

December 1

• St. Andrews Regional

11 a.m., Saturday,

November 10

Main Library | 799-9084

Children’s Room | 929-3434

1431 Assembly St., Columbia 29201


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Ballentine Branch | 781-5026

1321 Dutch Fork Rd., Irmo 29063


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.


218 McNulty Rd., Blythewood 29016


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

John Hughes Cooper Branch | 787-3462

5317 North Trenholm Rd., Columbia 29206


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.


608 Main St., Eastover 29044

Mon., Tues., 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Wed., Fri., Sat., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Thurs., 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.


5306 North Main St., Columbia 29203


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Northeast Regional Branch | 736-6575

7490 Parklane Rd., Columbia 29223


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.


1 Summit Parkway

at Clemson Rd., Columbia 29229


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Southeast Regional Branch | 776-0855

7421 Garners Ferry Rd., Columbia 29209


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

St. Andrews Regional Branch | 772-6675

2916 Broad River Rd., Columbia 29210


Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.


931 Woodrow St., Columbia 29205

Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tues., Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Mother Goose Storytime birth to 12 monthsIntroduce your baby to the world of books, and nurture a love of reading with stories, rhymes and songs.• Children’s Room, Main

9:30 a.m., Wednesdays, November 14 – December 19

Hello Baby! birth to 23 monthsYour baby will love storytime while increasing vocabulary,listening and motor skills with stories and songs.• Southeast Regional

10 a.m., Thursdays, November 1 – December 20 Except November 22

• St. Andrews Regional10:30 a.m., Thursdays, November 1 – December 27Except November 22

• Children’s Room, Main10:30 a.m., Mondays, November 5 – December 179:30 a.m., Tuesdays, November 6 – December 18

• Cooper Branch *11 a.m., Tuesdays, November 6 – December 11

Toddler Storytime for two and three-year-olds Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world.• Children’s Room, Main

9:30 a.m., Thursdays, November 1 – December 20Except November 22

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 Getreadyforkindergartenandgainconfidenceandindependence in this kids-only storytime.• Children’s Room, Main

3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, November 14 – December 19

Pajamarama Bedtime Storytime for all ages Stories, songs and puppet shows. Wear your pajamas if you like!• Southeast Regional

6:30 p.m., Mondays, November 5 & 12• Southeast Regional

6:30 p.m., Mondays, December 3 & 10

Exceptional You! Storytime Stories and songs for children with special needs and their families. Call ahead to let us know how we can accommodate your child. • Sandhills Branch

9:30 a.m., Saturdays, November 10 & December 8

Family Storytime for all agesStories, songs and much more.• Children’s Room, Main

10:30 a.m.•Thursdays, November 1- December 20 Except November 22• Saturday, November 3 – December 29

• Wheatley Branch10:30 a.m., Fridays, November 2 – December 28

• Blythewood Branch10:30 a.m., Fridays, November 2- December 28

• Ballentine Branch11 a.m., Fridays, November 2 - December 28

• Cooper Branch11 a.m., Saturdays, November 3 - December 29

• Northeast Regional•11 a.m., Saturdays, November 3 - December 22•10:30 a.m., Thursdays, November 15 and December 6 & 13

• Southeast Regional•11 a.m., Saturday, November 3•10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, November 14 and December 5-26

• Sandhills Branch11 a.m., Saturdays, November 3 - December 29

• North Main Branch11 a.m., Tuesdays, November 6 – December 18 Except November 13

• Eastover Branch10 a.m., Wednesdays, November 14 & 28

• St. Andrews Regional•10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, November 14 – December 26•11 a.m., Saturdays, November 17

Just Right Storytime for all ages Theentirefamilywillenjoystories,songs,fingerplaysand movement in this storytime that is just right.• Cooper Branch

10:30 a.m., Thursdays, November 1 - December13 • Sandhills Branch

10:30 a.m., Thursdays, November 29 & December 6-20

other fun storytimes


storytimes


Afternoon of Puppets for all ages

Watch your favorite stories performed by

the Children’s Room puppets!

3:30 p.m., Thursday, November 1

Hands on Art with the Museum

for ages 2-5

Simple art fun for the very young featuring

Kyle Coleman from the Columbia Museum

of Art. Dress for a mess!

11 a.m., Friday, November 2 & December 7


CHOO! CHOO! for ages 3-5 *

All aboard! Join us for train stories and a

special ride on the Blythewood Express.

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 21

Cooper Branch | 787-3462

Cooper Puppet Playhouse for all ages

Join us for the latest production!

3:30 p.m., Wednesday December 5


Guess How Much for all ages

Guess how many Jelly Beans are in the jar

on the Circulation Desk and be entered into

a drawing to win them all!

December 1-15

Get a Clue! for all ages

Grab a clue sheet and begin your search for

answers. Clues are hidden throughout the li-

brary. Complete the quest and earn a treat.

December 17-22

St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675

Family Game Night for all ages *

Beginners and experts welcome.

6 p.m., Thursday, November 1

St. Andrews Chess Club for all ages

Participate in a casual game or a tourna-

ment and meet some of best players in

your area.

6 p.m., Mondays

November 19 – December 17

Family Movie Night for all ages

Bring the family for a movie night

at the library. Snacks are provided.

6:30 p.m., Tuesdays

November 20 and December 4 & 18


A Morning at the Museum for all ages

Join Kyle Coleman from the

Columbia Museum of Art for a

morning of stories and crafts.

11 a.m., Saturdays, November 17

and December 15

Make a Book for Me! for all ages

A, B, C and 1, 2, 3. Can we make

a book for me?

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 28

What’s Your Favorite Book? for all ages

On Book Lover’s Day, stop by between 9

a.m. and 6 p.m. and tell us all about a

book that you just couldn’t put down.

Saturday, November 3


Family Fun for all ages

Stay after storytime for a craft

that is fun for the whole family.

11:30 a.m., Saturday,

November 3 and December 1

* Please register.

Columbia’s Canine Heroes

for all ages

The Columbia Police Canine Team will demonstrate the canines’ abilities to perform various applications that are used in their everyday duties.



Learn About Owls for all ages

Join a park ranger from Sesquicentennial State Park as we discover the secret lives of owls!

11 a.m., Tuesday, November 13North Main Branch | 754-7734

Growing SaversFamily Learning Nights for all ages

Join us as we share activities and more that will help your family

grow their money smarts.

6:30 p.m., Thursday, November 15Ballentine Branch, Blythewood Branch, Cooper Branch, Eastover Branch, North-east Regional, North Main Branch, Wheatley Branch

Prescription Paws for all ages *

Join Teoti Anderson and members of Prescription

Paws to learn how our four-legged friends give

help to those in need.

10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 17Blythewood Branch | 691-9806


for all ages


Paws for Reading for ages 6-8

Practice your reading with service dogs who

love to listen to a good story! For new readers.

3:30 p.m., Saturdays, November 17 and

December 15


Twix-N-Between for ages 9-12 *

Enjoy fantastical ghost stories and realistic

reads-and everything in between.

2:30 p.m., Saturdays, November 10 and

December 15

Northeast Regional | 736-6575

Create with Origami for ages 6-8

Listen to folk tales and make amazing crea-

tures from a single piece of paper.

3:30 p.m., Mondays, November 5 and

December 3

Meet and Read for ages 9-12

Listen as we read aloud from some

great books for tweens, and share

your own favorites.

3:30 p.m., Wednesday,

November 14

Lego Madness for ages 6-12

Create robots, cities, creatures and

more using LEGOs.

3:30 p.m., Mondays, November 19 and

December 17

Remade Tees for ages 9-12

Take one old shirt, add some creativity,

and leave with a wonderful new creation!

All materials will be provided.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 4


Read to a Dog for ages 6-12

Practice your reading with a furry friend.

3 p.m., Wednesdays, November 14 –

December 26


Ask Granny: Genealogy for Kids

for ages 9-12

Kids, you can search for the roots of your

family tree! Learn tips for digging up the

history of your family.

11 a.m., Saturday, December 1

Homework Support Lab for ages 9-13

Laptops and library resources especially for students in grades 6-8.

2:30 p.m., Mondays, November 5 – December 17Sandhills Branch | 699-9230

It’s Fall for ages 4 and up

Join us for fall stories and a craft!

3:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 6Cooper Branch | 787-3462

Thursday Tween Reads

for ages 9-12 *

Good books, good times!

3:30 p.m., Thursdays, November 15 and December 13St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675

Blythewood Bookworms for ages 9-12 *

Don’t know what to read next? Get some ideas, check out author web-sites, play games, make new friends and have lots of fun!

3 p.m., Saturday, December 1Blythewood Branch | 691-9806

More than 22,000 children, teens and adults participated in the Friends of RCPL Summer Reading Challenge this year. Grand prize winners were April Jenell Davis and Chris Boykin, who each received Kindle Fires, sponsored by Geiger Carolinas – O’Cain Advertising. After asking his mother for an eReader for his birthday, Boykin literally jumped up and down with excitement as he opened his Friends of RCPL bag and discovered that he’d won a Kindle Fire!

Up to the ChallengeRead Everyday. Read A New Way.


for school-age children

for teens

Recurring EventsKnow Money? Get Stuff!Show your money smarts and get entered into

a drawing for cool stuff. Answer at participat-

ing locations or e-mail your answers to know-

[email protected].

November 1-30Part of our Growing Savers: Smart Money @ RCPL grant initiative. Particpating Locations: Cooper Branch, Eastover Branch, North Main Branch, Northeast Regional, Main Library, Southeast Regional, St. Andrews Regional

Main | 929-3434 RCPL Teen Idol: All StarzLend your support as talented teens vie to

become 2012’s RCPL Teen Idol: All Starz

6:30 p.m., Thursday, November 1

Teen Otaku AssociationFor fans of anime, manga and everything

Japanese, check out our anime club for vid-

eos, food and fun!

6 p.m., Mondays

• November 5: Manga Reading Day

• November 12: Manga Reading Day

• November 26: Ready, Set, Animate!

• December 3: Regular meeting

• December 3: Ready, Set, Animate!

• December 17: Game On! Tournament

Cooper Branch | 787-3462Girls Night OutFor Girls only: enjoy a movie, paint your nails,

and chill out with friends. Snacks included!

6 p.m., Monday, November 5

Teen Advisory Board3:30 p.m., Saturdays

November 17: Regular Meeting


Game On! WiiChallenge your friends to bowling, tennis or

cooking dinner!

3:30 p.m., Friday, November 2

Hooked on Crocheting *Learn the basics of crocheting and make

something nice to wear.

3:30 p.m., Saturdays, November 10 and De-

cember 15

Northeast Regional | 736-6575 Play It LoudBring your friends and make some noise play-

ing Wii games projected on the wall or gather

around for tabletop games.

4 p.m., Friday, November 2

3 p.m., Saturday, December 22

Y.O.S.H.I.The Youth Organization for Selection of Hyp-

notic Illustrations wants you! We select anime

to watch and discuss together in a relaxed

setting.

6 p.m., Wednesdays,

November 14 - December 26

Except November 21

YA Book ClubDiscussthebestrecentyoungadultfiction.

4 p.m., Fridays

• November 16:

Playing With Matches by Brian Katcher

• December 14:

Heist Society by Ally Carter

Litwits Writers ClubWhether you’re on the verge of completing

agreatnovelortryingtofindyourcreative

spark,youwillfindfriendsamongtheLitwits.

3 p.m., Saturdays, November 24 and

December 8

GO Your Own WayLearn to play GO, an ancient Chinese

board game, and compete to win a prize.

3 p.m., Fridays, November 30 and

December 28

Recommended by: Rebecca Kolb | Children’s Room Librarian

Genna wants to be anywhere but the dangerous neighborhood in Brooklyn that she calls home. But her feelings change when a magical wish gone wrong takes her back in time to the Civil War era! This book melds time travel and historical fiction for a fresh look at racism and urban life. Also try Zetta Elliott’s other books, Bird and Ship of Souls.

Read the books and then come meet the author! Zetta Elliott will be at the Main Library to discuss her book on Saturday, November 3!

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TAB: Check It Out! Check out A Wish After Midnight by Zetta Elliott (review on pg 8) and join USC’s Dr. Michelle Martin, her students and Zetta Elliott for a closer look at this part historical, part time travel novel.

3:30 pm, Saturday, November 3 1431, Main | 929-3434

Living HealthyJoin us for tips and tricks to feeling and looking your best. With expert speakers, demonstrations, useful resources and give-aways, you’ll be ready to take on the world.

3 p.m., SaturdaysNovember 17: Nutrition Now

December 1: Physical Fitness Phenomenon


Audacity: Audio Editor and RecorderDo you like to sing, rap, play in a band, or record your own music? Learn to use the free program to create your own music.

6 p.m., Tuesdays, December 4 & 11North Main Branch | 754-7734

Technology On A Shoe StringMartin Cwiakala, director of The Center for Advanced Technology, discusses free software and his newly formed invent team may share a few new inventions.

10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 3St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675

Sandhills Branch | 699-9230 Teen Book GroupGreat books, great discussions.

6 p.m., Tuesdays, November 20 and

December 18

Southeast Regional | 776-0855 Graphic Novel Book Club *Join your fellow “Graphicionados”

to talk about, you guessed it,

Graphic Novels and Manga.

4 p.m., Fridays, November 2

and December 7

Hablamos: Spanish Conversation Clubfor teens and adults

Learning Spanish? Come enjoy an hour

of some relaxed Spanish chit chat.

6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, December 5 & 19

Teen Advisory Board 3 p.m., Saturday, December 15

St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675 Guitar Club *Bring your guitar and participate in a

group or individual lesson.


growing savers

Growing Savers Comic Contest WinnerThe library’s Teen Otaku Association’s very own Calais Gregg shows off her artistic skills in a comic showing how saving money pays off.


Main | 231-6329Walking In The Past LaneMeet James L. Felder and discuss his book

Civil Rights in South Carolina, which captures

the state’s epic and tumultuous history, be-

ginningwiththeveryfirststatewidemeeting

of the NAACP in 1939. Books will be available

for purchase.


Walker Local History Room

Marian McPartland: Shall We Play That One Together?Bring your lunch and join us for a reading by

author Paul de Barros from his book Shall We

Play That One Together?: The Life and Art of

Jazz Piano Legend Marian McPartland.

1 p.m., Friday, November 2


345th Bomb Group Anniversary

Celebrate Veterans Day with the 345th Bomb

Group Association.


Road to VictoryTo honor the men and women who serve

in the United States Armed Forces, we’ll be

hostingaspecialpaneldiscussionandfilm

screening of The Americans on D-Day from

ETV.

3 p.m., Sunday, November 11, Bostick Audi-

torium

Bad Art Night: A 20 & 30-Somethings’ Night of MediocrityCan’t draw a straight line to save your life?

More paint end up on your shirt than on the

canvas? You sound like a perfect candidate

for Bad Art Night! Worst art of the night wins

an even more hideous prize. Weíll provide the

supplies and snacks!


Bostick Auditorium

Walking In The Past LaneFor one time only we are moving to a Sunday

for a Meet and Greet Holiday Reception with

the Columbia Chapter of the South Carolina

Genealogy Society.

3 p.m., Sunday, December 9


Cooper Branch | 787-3462

Lake Murray History *

Join Lake Murray historian Randall Shealy for

a talk and exhibit about the lake’s history and

construction.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 13


Medicare 101The Central Midlands Council of Govern-

ment’s Aging and Disabilities Resource Cen-

ter will discuss programs available for senior

medicare participants.

11 a.m., Monday, November 5

GED Preparation *Free GED classes for adults. Please register.

4-6 p.m., Every Monday and Wednesday

Basket WeavingExperience the art of pine needle basket

making. Bring your supplies and share the fun.

11 a.m., Wednesdays, November 14 & 28 and

December 12 & 19


Bankruptcy Legal Clinic Members of the South Carolina Bar pro-bono

program will discuss bankruptcy law and

answer your questions about the bankruptcy

process.

6:30 p.m, Thursday, November 1


Tai ChiDe-stress at the end of the week with this

gentle, graceful Chinese exercise.

10 a.m., Fridays, November 2 and

December 18

American Sign LanguageJoincertifiedASLinstructorShandaleJohnson

to learn and practice American Sign Lan-

guage.Allwelcome-frombeginnertofluent.

5:30 p.m., Wednesdays, November 14 & 28

and December 5, 12 & 19

Southeast Regional | 776-0855Living Healthy With (and Without) DiabetesThis workshop will teach participants about

prevention, diet, exercise and more!


WorkKeys Seminar for adults

What is WorkKeys? How do I take the tests?

Learn about the value of WorkKeys with a short

introduction/refresher, followed by time for

questions and answers.


GED Classes/WorkKeys Certification *Join us for free GED classes for adults, or get

WorkKeystrainingandcertification.

4-6 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays,

Through December 12

Get Creative!: Soapmaking Basics *Learn the basics of making soap, and leave

with your own! Participants need to bring a

microwaveable glass cup or measuring bowl,

preferably with a spout.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 10

Real Estate Issues and ForeclosuresJoin a lawyer from the South Carolina Bar for

a 30-45 minute lecture, followed by an open

question and answer session.


How Pleasant to Know Mr. LearIn his bicentennial year, enjoy a self-portrait of

the artist and master of nonsense, Edward Lear,

1812-1888. Devised and performed by RCPL

Literary Resident Howard Burnham.



Family Game TimeJoin other gamers to share your Chess and

board game skills. Beginners and experts of all

ages are welcome.



T-N-T TuesdaysStay “Technology N’ Touch”! Create or update

your Facebook, LinkedIn or Google+ Account

or get help with adding books to your new

iPad, Nook or Kindle.

2:30-4:30 p.m., Tuesdays, November 6-

December 18


for adults

A History of BallentineShare and listen to Ballentine stories. We will have a guest speaker every month but we invite you to bring your stories too.

6:30 p.m., Thursdays, November 1 and December 6Ballentine Branch | 781-5026

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop Create your own masterpiece with artist Wei Yao.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 3Northeast Regional | 736-6575 *

6:30 p.m., Thursday, December 6St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675

The Montford Point Marines Remember World War IIThe first African-American Marine Corps Unit shares memories of World War II.

7 p.m., Thursday, November 8Sandhills Branch | 699-9230

Happy Anniversary James Bond Celebrate the 50th anniversary and watch some of his best movies.

2 p.m., SaturdaysNovember 10 & 24 and December 8 & 15 St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675

The Library Loves Its Volunteers

Last year, the RCPL Volunteer Program set new records – more than 22,000 hours were contributed by more than 1,100 volunteers. Those totals for the year were 27% higher and 9% higher, respectively, than the previous year. Interested in volunteering? Contact Cathy Dolan at 929-3436.

Shakespeare’s Lovers and LiarsThe Actors’ Theatre of South Carolina and RCPL Literary Residents invite you to meet Shakepeare’s lovers and liars.

3 p.m., Saturday, November 17Bostick Auditorium, Main | 231-6329


for adults

Main | 929-3457Introduction to Computers I 10 a.m., Thursday, November 1

Microsoft Word 201010 a.m., Saturday, November 3 Introduction to Computers II10 a.m., Thursday, November 8

Microsoft Powerpoint 201010 a.m., Saturday, November 10

Internet Basics I10 a.m., Thursday, November 15 Microsoft Excel 201010 a.m., Saturday, November 17 Intermediate Microsoft Word 201010 a.m., Saturday, December 1

Northeast Regional | 736-6575Introduction to Computers I10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 14

Introduction to Computers II10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 28

Email Basics *6 p.m., Thursday, November 29

Internet Basics *10:30 a.m., Wednesday, December 12

Sew DivineInterested in knitting, needlework, scrap-booking or other crafts? Bring your own portable craft project and share some fun with fellow crafters!

Sandhills Branch | 699-92301 p.m., Tuesdays, November 6 - December 18

Southeast Regional 776-085511 a.m., Tuesdays, November 6 - December 18

North Main Branch | 754-773411 a.m., Thursdays, November 1 & 15 and December 6 & 20

Northeast Regional | 736-657511 a.m., Tuesdays, November 13 & 20 and December 11 & 18

1431, Main | 231-632912:30 p.m., Tuesdays, November 13 & 27 and December 11

Ballentine Branch | 781-50266 p.m., Thursdays, November 29 and December 6

Computer BasicsSandhills Branch | 699-9230Internet Basics10 a.m., Wednesday, November 21

Microsoft Word 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 5

Southeast Regional | 776-0855Introduction to Computers I *10 a.m., Saturday, November 3 Introduction to Computers II *10 a.m., Saturday, November 10 Email Basics *10 a.m., Saturday, November 17 Microsoft Word *10 a.m., Saturday, November 24

St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675Internet Basics7 p.m., Monday, November 5

Microsoft Word 20077 p.m., Monday, November 12

iPad Basics7 p.m., Thursday, November 15

Check This Out

Is This Thing On?“Stokes gives the feeling that a friend is explaining it all to you.”— The New York Daily News

A reassuring, jargon-free, and totally straightforward nuts-and-bolts guide that introduces late bloomers, grandparents, techno-phobes, and the digitally chal-lenged to all the wonders of using a computer.


series programs

Main | 929-3457Great Books Discussion Group 7 p.m., Wednesdays• November 14: The Apology by Plato• December 12: Heart of Darkness

by Joseph Conrad

Ruthless Royalty: Richard II to Henry VIII *Join Dr. George Geckle for a discussion of these two classics. 10 a.m., Tuesdays• November 20: A Man for All Seasons

by Robert Bolt• December 18: Bring Up the Bodies

by Hilary Mantel

Vista Book Group6 p.m., Wednesdays• November 28: Reader’s Choice

Urban Readers Book GroupOne Day It’ll All Make Sense by Common.6 p.m., Tuesday, December 4

Ballentine Branch | 781-5026Bookin’ It at Ballentine6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, November 28 and December 19

Cooper Branch | 787-3462Cooper Branch Book Club *10 a.m., Mondays, November 5 and December 3

Northeast Regional | 736-6575 Northeast Regional Book Group7 p.m., Thursdays, November 8 andDecember 13

North Main Branch | 754-7734Page Turners Book Discussion Group *6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, November 27 and December 18

Book Clubs at RCPLSandhills Branch | 699-9230Second Wednesday Book Club7 p.m., Wednesdays • November 14: The Good Daughters

by Joyce Maynard

Third Thursday Book Club1 p.m., Thursdays• November 15: The Good Daughters

by Joyce Maynard

Combined Book Club with Carla Damron Join local mystery author Carla Damron, at a combined Second Wednesday and Third Thurs-day Book Club meeting for an author talk and booksigning. 1 p.m., Thursday, December 13

Southeast Regional | 776-0855Brown Bag Short Story Discussion Group *Bring your lunch while we discuss selected short stories. We’ll provide coffee and dessert! Noon, Wednesdays, November 14 and December 12

Third Thursday Book Club7 p.m., Thursdays, November 15 and December 20

St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675Book Banter *7 p.m., Tuesday, November 13 and December 11

Wheatley | 799-5873Wheatley Book Club11a.m., Saturdays• November 17: Unbroken

by Laura Hillenbrand• December 15:

Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson

Let’s Speak EnglishInternationals, join our conversation sessions and practice speaking English in a relaxed environment!

Northeast Regional | 736-65757 p.m., Mondays, November 5 & 12

Sandhills Branch | 699-923011 a.m., Tuesdays, November 6 - December 18

Southeast Regional | 776-08557 p.m., Tuesdays, November 6 & 13

Garden Like a Master

International Book Club Read and discuss books exploring diverse cultures while practicing English in a relaxed atmosphere.

For Beginners10 a.m., Tuesday, November 6, 13 & 20St. Andrews Regional

For Advanced Readers 6 p.m., Thursday, November 8St. Andrews Regional

Cooper Branch | 787-3462Your New Old Yard: Landscaping for Mature Yards *Ron Cowart will present a variety of op-tions for managing mature landscapes, including light and shade, life expectancy of mature plants, personal taste, budget and more. 6:30 p.m., Thursday, November 1

Composting *Everything you ever wanted to know about composting, presented by the South Carolina Master Gardeners. 10 a.m., Friday, November 9

Blythewood Branch | 691-9806 Create Natural Arrangements *Learn how to create beautiful arrange-ments using materials from your own surroundings.10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 10

Holiday Plant Care *Just in time for the holidays! Learn how to care for your special holiday plants.10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 8


series programs

Main | 929-3434 Fabric Baskets for the Holidays!for adults *

Participants will learn how to make coiled fabric baskets

using fabric strips. Get a head start on your holiday gifts!


Holiday Letters Make Jazzy! for adults *

Spice up your holiday letter this year, and surprise your

family and friends with a fresh take on your annual fam-

ily update! We’ll show you new ways to tell your story

using Microsoft Word.

6:30 p.m., Monday, November 12

Buy Me That Please: What Every Parent Should Know About Toy Commercialsfor adults

Join nationally recognized media literacy consultant

Frank Baker as he pulls back the curtain on some of the

tricks used in toy commercials.


iPick Film Series for adults

Join us for some holiday classics.

3 p.m., Sundays

• November 18 -

Planes, Trains and Automobiles (R)

• December 16 -

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (PG-13)

Afternoon at the Movies for all ages

Kick off your holiday season with a show!

2:30 p.m.

Friday, November 23 - The Polar Express (G)

Wednesday, December 26 – Elf (PG)

An Introduction to Kwanzaa by Natalie Williams for all ages

A look at the origins, concepts and

symbols of Kwanzaa.


Teen Advisory Board for teens

Join RCPL’s Teen Advisory Board for a holiday mixer!

3:30 p.m., Saturday, December 1

Charles Dickens’: A Christmas Carol for all ages

Celebrate the season with this holiday tradition!

Enjoy a dramatic performance by RCPL Literary

Resident Howard Burnham of Dickens’ best loved

novel A Christmas Carol. 7 p.m., Tuesday, December 4

Bostick Auditorium

Holiday Mixer: A 20 & 30-Somethings’ Book Swap for adults

Ever want to see what a librarian looks like outside the library?

Here’s your chance! Join us at Hunter-Gatherer on Main

Street. Bring a new or gently used book to swap and a cheer-

ful attitude for mingling.

7-9 p.m., Tuesday, December 11

Hunter-Gatherer, 900 Main Street, Columbia


A Corncob Pipe and A Button Nose

for ages 6-12 *

No snow? No problem! Join us for stories and more about ev-

erything snow! Then make a snowman that will last all winter

long!

3:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 11

Cooper Branch | 787-3462Teen Advisory Board for teens

Join RCPL’s Teen Advisory Board for a holiday mixer!

3:30 p.m., Saturday, December 15


Christmas Around the World for all ages

Join us for a Christmas celebration of stories, music, and multi-

cultural exhibits with international students.


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Let’s Give Thanks! for all ages

Join us for heartwarming stories, and make

a lovely bouquet for someone you love.


‘Tis the Season to be Jazzy: Jazz Roundtable for adults

Delve into the origins and sounds of notable holiday jazz songs

with Eboniramm, local jazz vocalist and RCPL Literary Resident.

6:30 p.m., Thursday, December 6

Let it Snow! for all ages

Listen to wonderful winter tales while creating a unique

snowstorm - inside the library!


Holidays at the Little House

for ages 9-12

Join Laura and Mary for a truly old-fashioned holiday celebra-

tion, and learn to make thoughtful gifts for the ones you love.

3:30 p.m., Friday, December 21


Pilgrims, Pumpkins and Pie, Oh my! for ages 3-12 *

JoinusforterrificThanksgivingfunwithseasonalbooks

and crafts.


Build Your Own Gingerbread House

for ages 6-12 *

Celebrate the season by building your own tasty treat!

Dress for a mess.

4 p.m., Wednesdays, December 5-19


Easy Holiday Goodies for ages 6-12

Simple and tasty holiday treats that even

the children can make.


Gingerbread House Hunt for all ages

Hear yummy stories and make a

gingerbread house.


Homemade Gifts from the Heart for ages 6 and up

Don’t know what to give for the holidays?

Join Kyle Coleman from The Columbia Museum

of Art for stories and holiday craft making.


‘Twas the Night Before the Night Before Christmas

for all ages

Snuggle up in your PJs with milk and cookies and listen to

local personalities read holiday favorites.

6:30 p.m., Monday, December 17

Lights, Camera, Action for all ages

Enjoy the school break with light refreshments

and a cool movie.

• 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 6 - Puss-N-Boots (PG)

• 1 p.m., Thursday, December 20 -

Dr. Suess’ The Lorax (PG)

• 10 a.m., Friday, December 21 -

Beethoven’s Christmas Adventure (PG)


It’s Turkey Time! for ages 6-12

EnjoyTurkey-Timestories,fingerplays,andsongs.Makea

turkey craft to keep and a holiday craft to eat.


Holiday Plants and How to Care for Them for all ages

Join Richland County Master Gardeners to learn which plants

work well for the holidays and how to take care of them.

10 a.m., Thursday, December 6

Family Ornament Night for all ages

Bring the family out for holiday stories,

fingerplaysandsongs.Makeyourvery

own ornament to give as a gift or to

save for yourself.

6:30 p.m., Thursday, December 6

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VisitVisitmyRCPL.comfor all your holiday needs, including

music, recipes, movies and more!


Civilian Success: Transitioning Techniques for Veterans *

Your military training and experience gives you an edge! Come learn

from our panel of experts why you should be hired, how to define your brand and trans-late your military skills, train-ing and experiences to your civilian resume.

11 a.m., Friday, November 2

Job Center, Main

Job Hunting Tips and Tricks *

Get personal assistance with your resume and job search.

2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Fridays, November 2 - December 28Blythewood Branch | 691-9806

Interviewing Dos and Don’ts *Be prepared and at “your best” on interview day! Join us for a discussion of what “to do” and “not to do” dur-

ing that important interview. Call 787-3462 to register.

1 p.m., Monday, November 5 Cooper Branch | 787-3462

“I spent a lot time with career specialists Sylvie and Diane, and took

classes with Lori. I just looked at all the resources I possibly could and

really tried to get a sense of what was my calling. With the amazing

support and help of this community resource, I am happy to say that I

was accepted into the Clemson MBA program in Entrepreneurship and

Innovation.” - Melissa Martin

success stories

Recommended by: Lori Cook | Job Readiness Trainer, RCPL Job Center

• Don’t start your job search without a plan. Take time to assess where you are, where you want to be, and what you need to do to get you there. Develop a Job action plan that details how you will spend your available hours, leaving time for resume building, networking, volunteering, online learning, job searching, and rest.

• Don’t have the same expectation as when you found your last job. Things have changed! The economy is different and hiring practices have become more competitive and challenging.

• Don’t rely on any one technique to find your next job. Make sure you have many different tools in your job search tool box: job boards, social networks, cold calls, volunteering, recruiters, company websites, news-papers and more.

• Don’t allow yourself to get easily discouraged or panicked. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that as of 2011, more than a quarter (26.7 percent) of successful job searches lasted six months or longer, with about half of those taking more than a year. Be patient!

• Don’t be afraid to ask for help. The RCPL Job Center at the Main Library is here to help you with print resources, computers, career coaches, classes, interview practice, online.

For details, visit myrcpl.com/career.

Looking for a Job? 5 Things to Avoid.


job center

Visit us online at myRCPL.com/jobcenter.

Recurring ProgramsInterview PracticeIndividualsessions,firstcome,

firstserved.Groupsbyappointment.

Call 988-0897.

10 a.m. – Noon, Every Wednesday

Job Center, Main

Career Encore Monthly Networking and Support Group * Join fellow Job Seekers who are unem-

ployed, underemployed or simply looking

to make career transitions. Share the chal-

lenges you are facing in the job hunt, ob-

tain free workforce development advice,

resources and enhance your networking

opportunities in a supportive and empow-

ering environment.

9:30 a.m., Thursdays,

November 1 and December 6

Job Center, Main

Tech Tuesdays @ EastoverOne-on-one assistance with resumes, job

searching and computer skills.

4-8 p.m., Every Tuesday

Eastover Branch

Tech Thursdays @ North MainOne-on-one assistance with resumes,

job searching and computer skills.

4-8 p.m., Every Thursday

North Main Branch

Job Center, Main | 929-3457Resume Open Lab

What are today’s employers looking for

in a resume? Work with trained staff to

actively construct a targeted resume that

will help you get the interview.

Noon, Saturday, November 3 and

Thursday, December 13

Find a Job Online *We will explore the various online resources

and ways to search for and apply for jobs

online. You will also learn how to upload a

resume to a Web site or application.


Social Networking for Your Small Business *Learn how to use social media websites to

promote and market your business.

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 13

Business Etiquette *In this class, we will discuss the unwritten

rules of professionalism: the things most

people learn not in a classroom, but

through “the school of hard knocks”. Ex-

plore ways to present yourself properly in

spoken, written, online, and social business

interactions.

10 a.m., Wednesday, November 14

LinkedIn Open Lab Over 130,000 recruiters use LinkedIn to

search for job candidates. You could be

one of them! Join us in the Job Center to

workonorimproveyourLinkedInprofile.

10 a.m., Thursday, November 15

and Monday, December 13

Social Networking for Your Job Search *Learn how to use social networking sites

like LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to

network and search for jobs.

3 p.m., Monday, December 3

Enhance Your Employability *In today’s job market you have to be

adaptable and willing to learn the 21st

Century skills that will empower you to

stand out from the competition. Improve

your employability with free online learn-

ing and web resources for job seekers

available from RCPL and other websites.

Noon, Thursday, December 6

Interviewing Dos and Don’ts *Be prepared and at your best on interview

day! Join us for a discussion of what to

do and not to do during that important

interview.

Noon, Wednesday, December 12

Sandhills Branch | 699-9230Online Jobs and ResumesGet help crafting resumes and applying

for jobs online.

10 a.m., Wednesday, November 14

Northeast Regional | 736-6575 Resume Open Lab 3 p.m., Wednesday, December 5

St. Andrews Regional | 772-6675 Brand You! Marketing You to Get the Job! 2 p.m., Monday, December 10

* Please register.

Legal Clinic: Veterans Affairs and Benefit Issues The South Carolina Bar and the library present a program on Veterans Affairs and Benefits Issues. Attorney Andrew Thomas will present and answer ques-tions on this issue.

6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday, November 8Bostick Auditorium, Main

How I Became a Documentary Filmmaker *Have you ever wondered what it takes to write, film, and produce a documentary? Join local filmmakers Heidi and Richard Lanni as they discuss their current WWII project, “The American Road to Victory” series and the career path they have taken.

3 p.m., Sunday, December 2Job Center, Main

Arts to Cash: Crafting a Home-Based Business *Arts and Crafts are not just for kids anymore! Have you thought about crafting your way to extra income? Join a panel of local crafters and artists as they share how they turned their craft into a home-based business.

11 a.m., Thursday, December 13Job Center, Main


job center

• WinterFriday, January 25 and Saturday, January 26

• SpringFriday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20

• SummerFriday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20

• FallFriday, October 18 and Saturday, October 19

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Board MeetingsFriends’ of RCPL12:30 p.m., Fridays, November 2 and December 7

RCPL Foundation Noon, Wednesday, December 12

2013 Friends’Book Sales

Evan Pinson, a junior at Dutch Fork High School, wanted to help set the stage for children’s imaginations to blossom at the library. He involved his scout group in building puppet stages for the North Main and Eastover library locations, and he has plans to build several book bins as well.

About 12 people have already given more than 100 volunteer hours to the project, an effort that will also earn Pinson his Eagle Scout badge. To make the project possible,

Pinson secured donations from LA Marsha Company and Lowe’s.

Interested in volunteering at your library? Call Cathy Dolan at 803-929-3436.

The World is a Stage

Support the Foundation The end of the year is a perfect time to make a tax deductible donation to support the library. Give the gift that keeps on giving and advances your community!

Contact Tina Gills at 803-929-3424 or [email protected].

Friends Elect Officers, Add Board Members

The Friends of RCPL elected officers and board members for 2012-2013 at the Annual Meeting in September. J.P. Lee, an associate at Ellis, Lawhorne & Sims, P.A., was elected president. Shannon Bobertz, a partner with Turner, Padget, Graham & Laney, P.A., was elected vice president. Susan Mazur, a media specialist at Richland School District One, was elected secretary. Mary League, a shareholder with Ellis, Lawhorne & Sims, P.A., was elected treasurer. Board members are: Robin Blume, Janice W. Brown, Joseph (Joe) D. Clark, Michelle J. Clark, Erin Crawford, Rose Dangerfield, Aubrey Dillard, Gill Gignilliat, Susan Hackett, Tracy Haisley, Amy Hill, Chris Koon, Helen Madden, Suzy Madden, Melina Mann, Sar-ah Martin, Chakisse Newton, Jennifer Robinson, Rebecca Roser, Rachel Snowden, Jess Torres, Sara Weinberg and Ashlye Wilkerson.

Join the Friends! Visit myRCPL.com/friends or call Sharon McElveen at 803-988-0885.


supporting your library

Join award-winning cookbook authors Nathalie Dupree and Cynthia Graubart for an entertaining discussion of their most recent cookbook Mastering the Art of Southern Cooking. The authors will make it easy to learn the techniques for creating the South’s fabulous cuisine. Nathalie and Cynthia will be on hand to autograph and sell their books.

6 p.m., Thursday, December 6

Bostick Auditorium, Main

• WinterFriday, January 25 and Saturday, January 26

• SpringFriday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20

• SummerFriday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20

• FallFriday, October 18 and Saturday, October 19

Rosa Lee Cummings is this year’s recipient of the Ethel Bolden Minority Scholarship from the RCPL Foundation, awarded for the third time to honor Ethel Bolden’s many years of service to the Richland County community and its libraries.

The $2,500 scholarship is awarded to Cummings to provide financial support and to en-courage completion of her master of library and information science degree at the Uni-versity of South Carolina.

Cummings began her library career at Beaufort County Library as a Bookmobile librarian, delivering books to the outlying areas of the county where people found it difficult or im-possible to get to the library. She is currently a Technical Services Librarian, responsible for ordering, cataloging and processing all materials for the Beaufort County Library system.

She began working toward her library degree in 2007 and plans to complete her degree this year. Her goal is then to expand Senior Services, establishing a seniors’ board to learn exactly what library services this audience would benefit from, and then begin a major outreach campaign to get more seniors to libraries. Her program would also develop outreach services for homebound customers.

Cummings received her bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentra-tion in psychology in 2005, and an Associate of Arts degree in 2001, both from the Uni-versity of South Carolina Beaufort Campus.

Award-Winning Cookbook Authors Nathalie Dupree & Cynthia Graubart

Ethel Bolden Minority Scholarship Awarded2013 Friends’Book Sales

“Southern cooking is the Mother Cuisine of America.” -Nathalie Dupree

Ethel Bolden’s sons, Major General Charles F. Bolden Jr. and Warren M. Bolden, presented the scholarship named for their mother at a reception in October.


supporting your library

The Top 10 eBook Downloads of 2012 @ Your Library1. Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James

2. Fifty Shades Darker by E.L. James

3. Fifty Shades Freed by E.L. James

4. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

5. Bad Boys In Black Tie by Lori Foster

6. Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson

7. I’ve Got Your Number by Sophie Kinsella

8. Death Comes to Pemberley by P. D. James

9. The Perfect Wife by Victoria Alexander

10. Calico Joe by John Grisham

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