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The SWGRL Spotlight A monthly e-news and information publication of the Southwest Georgia Regional Library System. January 2018 Volume 9, Issue 6 "A popular government without popular information, or the means of acquiring it, is but a prologue to a farce or a tragedy, or perhaps both. Knowledge will forever govern ignorance, and a people who mean to be their own governors must arm themselves with the power which knowledge gives." ~ James Madison |
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In this Issue
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All libraries in our system will be closed on January 1 for New Year's Day. All libraries will reopen on January 2. All libraries will be closed on January 15 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. All libraries will reopen on January 16. |
Southwest Georgia Library for Accessible Services |
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Did you know the Southwest Georgia Library for Accessible Services has its own newsletter? Check out the current and past issues at http://www.swgrl.org/swglas. For any questions about the services offered through SWGLAS, please contact us at 229-248-2680. |
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The "River of Words" exhibit will be coming to the Decatur County - Gilbert H. Gragg Library from January 16-30. "River of Words" is a traveling exhibit of art and poetry that is coordinated by the Georgia Center for the Book. |
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Book Clubs @ Your Library |
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Check out local toddler and story times at your library! Decatur County will hold Toddler Time again on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. starting on January 9. Miller County hosts Toddler Time of on the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. Seminole County hosts Toddler Time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, and activities! |
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Robinson
by Peter SÃs
The three-time Caldecott Honor-winning author of Starry Messenger blends a true story from his childhood with elements from Robinson Crusoe in an evocatively illustrated, lyrical story about an adventurous boy who finds himself on a mysterious adventure in a remote island wilderness.
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A Hundred Small Lessons
by Ashley Hay
A new resident of an old home begins to experience the memories and secrets of its former owner, an elderly lady in a nearby nursing home, in ways that cause their families to intersect in sudden and unexpected ways. By the award-winning author of The Railwayman's Wife.
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Warcross
by Marie Lu
When teenage coder Emika Chen hacks her way into the opening tournament of the Warcross Championships, she glitches herself into the game as well as a sinister plot with major consequences for the entire Warcross empire
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The Austen escape
by Katherine Reay
After years of following her best friend's lead, Mary Davies finds a whimsical trip back to Austen's Regency England paves the way towards a new future.
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The Raven's Honor : A Sam Houston Story
by Johnny D. Boggs
| When Major Cole Raven rescues Honor O'Donnell from a rushing river in war-torn Spain, he knows he could find love with this brave, beautiful - unattainable - young woman. An oath to a dying soldier to protect Honor throws them together, and with the dangers of war all around them an irresistible passion flares. |
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Seven stones to stand or fall : a collection of Outlander fiction
by Diana Gabaldon
A collection of seven short stories set in the Outlander universe stars beloved character Jamie Fraser and includes two previously unpublished stories, including "Besieged," a tale about Lord John Grey; and "A Fugitive Green," centering on John's brother, Hal Grey.
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Beatrice Zinker, upside down thinker
by Shelley Johannes
A lively girl who does her best thinking while upside down embarks on a first day of third grade only to be confronted by a disappointing reunion with a best friend who has set aside their plans in favor of spending time with a cool newcomer.
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Schedule of Upcoming Events: |
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January Bookmobile Schedule |
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Southwest Georgia Regional Library
301 S Monroe St
Bainbridge, Georgia 39819
229-248-2665www.swgrl.org |
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