@rowancountylibrary.bsky.social
The one in Morehead, KY, not the one in North Carolina, we swear.
🔔Y'ALL'S ATTENTION, PLEASE!🔔 We have a new independent reader! 👏 Henlee read "Doggies" (by Sandra Boynton) all by herself. 💙 Shoutout to parents Aaron and Leanna for supporting early childhood literacy.
Thanks to Henlee for sharing this milestone with us! Who will be our next independent reader? 🤔
So, 1–10, how excited are you for Silas House 10/16 at 5pm? We're at 31/32(ish). Silas will share his experiences as an author/Poet Laureate, do a Q&A, and sign your books (available on site from CoffeeTree Books)!
Sync your calendar set reminders here: 👇
www.rowancountylibrary.org/event/silas-...
Don't forget: We'll be closed Monday, October 13 for staff training and in-service! No items will be due that day, but you're always welcome to use our 24/7 drive-thru book drop.
08.10.2025 13:02 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
It's that time again: Next week, submissions open for 2025's literary pumpkin pageant! Y'all's designs always blow us away, so we can't wait to see what's in store for our 7th annual contest.
Check out the details and view previous entries on our website: 👇
rowancountylibrary.org/programs/pum...
To kickstart your week, Angel's recommends, "Kiss Me Like a Stranger" by Gene Wilder. "He was such a complex and interesting person in front of the camera and away from it; reading his autobiography is an adventure."
Check out our staff picks or the chalkboard by our front desk for more!
Heads up: We'll be closed Monday, October 13 for staff training and in-service! No items will be due that day, but you're always welcome to use our 24/7 drive-thru book drop.
29.09.2025 16:05 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
We're closing out Library Card Signup Month with a huge announcement... Our turtle's new first name, chosen by YOU: Booker!
Congrats to Sandy, our winner in the popular vote, for giving our beloved statue its brand-new moniker. Be sure to say hi to Booker on your way in, and tag us in your pics!
OFFICIAL STATEMENT: We wish to address the concerns that have been brought to our attention today. Our full statement follows below and is also available on our website.
11.09.2025 19:13 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Heads up: Today's After-School Storytime at 4pm has been cancelled. Sorry about that! Our next storytime will be 9/15 at 4pm.
11.09.2025 18:15 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Our new Library of Things contains a collection of Roku sticks, each preinstalled with a different streaming service: Peacock, Acorn, Apple TV, Shudder, Hulu, Paramount, BritBox, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, and Fandango! Try one out or learn more online:
rowancountylibrary.org/lot
Know someone who's community-driven and interested in working library services? We're hiring part-time for our circulation team! Check out the full details and job description on our website: 👇
rowancountylibrary.org/jobs
This evening marks the commencement of our recurring gathering for the Adult Book Club at 5 PM! This session's focus is on books that delve into the theme of friendship 🧑🤝🧑
09.09.2025 13:04 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Oh, btw: Did we mention Kentucky author @SilasHouse.bsky.social will be here in person from 5-8pm October 16?
nbd, just...y'know, if you want to come. 😇👉👈
www.rowancountylibrary.org/event/silas-...
We're ending every week of Library Card Signup Month with something special, so to kick off: Congrats to Jessica, the winner of this year's community card design contest!
Your votes have spoken, and a limited run of 500 cards is on the way. Follow us and be the first to know when they get here!
Our Library of Things is officially open! Shoutout to Rowan (and her mom) for being the first to check out an item from this new collection: One of our telescopes!
But it doesn't stop there: We have toys, tools, tech, and more. Come visit and browse for yourself!
Come join our new adult book club starting September 9th at 5:00pm! 📚
Our very first monthly theme is "friendship" 🧑🤝🧑
In two weeks we have an exciting Create Explore Discover program where we will be candle carving at 5pm! Register online, ages 18+
12:30pm tomorrow: Don't miss our Library of Things grand opening! Come check out this new service and be among the first to see what's on the shelves.
01.09.2025 21:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
We're closed today! We know, we know; we miss you, too. 😔 But we'll be open again at 9am tomorrow morning! In the meantime, none of your items are due (but the drive-thru book drop is always open 24/7, if you need it).
01.09.2025 13:04 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🎉Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September! 🎉
All month, visit us to get a library card and enter to win a basket with books and treats! Already have a card? You can still participate by checking in at the front desk to update your contact details.
Also, get a replacement card free!🥳
Do you want to know how to train YOUR dragon? There's still plenty of time to register your kids ages 3-12 for Miss Atlanta's latest after-hours watch party! Sign up for free online and show up in your PJs at 5:30pm, 9/5 for popcorn and plenty of fun.
www.rowancountylibrary.org/event/move-n...
We're launching our brand-new Library of Things with a little ceremony and a few words from our staff at 12:30pm September 2. Join us and be among the first to browse the collection and check out everything the LoT has to offer!
www.rowancountylibrary.org/event/librar...
Don't forget: We'll be closed Monday for Labor Day. You don't have to return anything then, although you're always welcome to use our drive-thru book drop 24/7.
29.08.2025 13:03 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Do you need assistance with or have questions about technology? Next Thursday the 4th, we have a special edition of Device Advice with presenters from T-Mobile! The program starts at 1pm and look forward seeing you there!
28.08.2025 19:00 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Just a few days left to vote for our wonderful finalists and choose which local artist will appear on our next limited-edition library card! Make your voice heard and vote for your favorite on our website: 👇
rowancountylibrary.org/card25
Next Wednesday, the 3rd, marks the debut of our Craftin' Around event at 1 p.m. 🎨. We'll be crafting bookmarks using dried, pressed flowers 🔖! Registration is open to those 18 and older.
Click the link below to register for the event 👇
www.rowancountylibrary.org/event/crafti...
FINE, the cat's out of the bag: Some folks have wondered what we're doing with the old bookstore, so we GUESS we can tell you now that we're opening a library of things on Tuesday! Read all about it on our website blog, with more info to come: 👇
www.rowancountylibrary.org/posts/librar...
Looking for a captivating read? CJ suggests "The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2024," an anthology showcasing 20 of the most imaginative, thought-provoking, and genre-defying sci-fi/fantasy stories of the year.
Check out our staff picks and current reads for more suggestions like this!
Just letting y'all know that we'll be closed next Monday, September 1. Of course no items are due for return that day, but you're always welcome to use our 24/7 drive-thru book drop!
25.08.2025 13:01 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
You asked for it, we heard you: Craftin' Around is back! Sign up online and join us 1pm September 3 for our first new craft project! We'll even have some take-home kits (while supplies last), and if you're not sure you'll like what we've picked out? Bring your own! We always craft better together.
24.08.2025 21:00 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
If your kids want to have fun, Miss Atlanta always delivers! Sign up on our website for her next after-hours movie night, featuring "How To Train Your Dragon." We'll have the popcorn machine out, lounge in our PJs, and just have a great time!
rowancountylibrary.org/event/move-n...
