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Fall Baby Time, Toddler Time, and Story Hour Sign-Ups

It’s time for Fall class sign-ups! Look below for information about classes at the Fairview Public Library, Mannington Public Library, and the Marion County Public Library (Fairmont)! Click the time/date to sign up for that class. Programs begin the week of September 13.
Baby Time is an event for parents and babies to hear stories, make new friends, and explore together! We will engage in simple finger-plays, songs, and read easy books, creating a safe space for new friendships to form.
Toddler Time features toddler-sized stories and activities for children aged 18 […]

Seeking Teen Artists!

Seeking creative tweens and teenagers to create art for our T(w)een room!

The Fairmont Friends of the Libary generously provided us with large 24″ x 24″ canvasses for our tweens and teens to make art! We want as many of our teens as possible to make something that will be on display in the Fairmont T(w)een Room! In order to keep things fair, we are asking all interested t(w)eens to submit an application with their idea for a one-of-a-kind piece of art. We […]

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Listen while you fold your laundry on #Libby.

Listen while you fold your laundry on #Libby.

Come meet and greet with Stormy, the therapeutic m

Come meet and greet with Stormy, the therapeutic mini horse from On Eagle's Wings Therapeutic Horsemanship organization on Saturday September 25 at 11:00am. (Mannington)⁠
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Children will get the opportunity to spend time with Stormy and enjoy some other equine fun!

Beyond the Book Club is marking the 20th anniversa

Beyond the Book Club is marking the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and Flight 93 by reading Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer. We will discuss the book AND the film adaptation immediately after a viewing of the movie, Saturday, September 25. The movie will begin at 12:30 PM, and discussion will begin after a brief intermission, about 2:45. All are welcome! Please note that the MPAA rated this film PG-13 for emotional thematic material, some disturbing images, and language.⁠
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Register here: https://bit.ly/3n0QcrE⁠
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This novel was a New York Times Bestseller and named “Best Book of the Year” by the Los Angeles Times, Washington Post Book World, Chicago Tribune, and was adapted into an Academy Award Nominated movie by the same in 2011.⁠
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Nine-year-old Oskar Schell has embarked on an urgent, secret mission that will take him through the five boroughs of New York. His goal is to find the lock that matches a mysterious key that belonged to his father who died in the World Trade Center on the morning of September 11. This seemingly impossible task will bring Oskar into contact with survivors of all sorts of an exhilarating, affecting, often hilarious, and ultimately healing journey.⁠
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This novel is readily available for eBook and eAudiobook borrowing on Hoopla and Libby. There are also multiple copies of the text in our physical collection. ⁠
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#linkinbio

Teens! Do you like to cook? Would you like to lear

Teens! Do you like to cook? Would you like to learn? Not sure how to start? Bring a parent and join WV Extension office employee Jamie Carrier as we learn to prepare a meal from start to finish. Learn tips and tricks for making meals healthier and more flavorful!⁠
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This is a 6 week program, with great prizes for attending and best of all, you get to eat the meal you have prepared!⁠
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The program is completely free, but space is limited and one parent/adult must accompany child. Register today to save your space! Open to 13-17 year olds.

This month, Tuesday September 21 at 2:30pm, we wil

This month, Tuesday September 21 at 2:30pm, we will be discussing Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo and creating our own comic! (Mannington) The book is available to borrow from the Mannington Public Library, as well as from Libby and Hoopla.⁠
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Pick up a copy of Flora and Ulysses and register to join us to discuss the book. Register here: https://bit.ly/3zIxcSh⁠
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Join us to create a cute zippered coin pouch! Come

Join us to create a cute zippered coin pouch! Come and socialize while creating something wonderful to take home with you on September 20 at 4:30 pm (Fairview).⁠
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This class is designed for beginners and pro sewers alike. Registration is required for each individual who like would to attend this event and is limited. If demand exceeds our expectations, we may be able to add another session, so be sure to sign up for the waitlist if necessary.⁠
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Register here: https://bit.ly/3tchxbj⁠
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All are welcome to this exploration of "The Viking

All are welcome to this exploration of "The Vikings" through the Great Courses series, hosted by genealogy club member, Dr. Ray Richardson, starting this afternoon at 2:00 pm (Fairmont).⁠
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For more information or questions, you may contact Dr. Richardson at raymanpr17@gmail.com⁠
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Register here: https://bit.ly/3z4AoXi⁠
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Fall into Fun at your library this Saturday!⁠ UP

Fall into Fun at your library this Saturday!⁠ UPDATE: We will be there at 10AM instead of at 12PM!⁠
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The leaves are starting to change and there’s a crisp scent in the air! Come ‘Fall Into Fun’ at the library! Join the library in participation with the Fairmont Hometown Marketplace for an exciting kickoff to our autumn season! Stop by our table to find out about all of the fantastic events we have going on this fall! Play a fun fall-themed game, and pick up coloring sheets, bookmarks, and more!⁠
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You can also get your very own library card to celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month! So stop by and ‘Fall into Fun’ at your library!⁠

Each year, Americans observe National #HispanicHer

Each year, Americans observe National #HispanicHeritageMonth from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. ⁠
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Celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth by checking out some of these books for kids, teens, and adults!

Tonight is Tabletop Game night! Do you like to pla

Tonight is Tabletop Game night! Do you like to play games like Dominant Species, Sagrada, and Terraforming Mars? Then join us at the Marion County Public Library (Fairmont) tonight from 5pm to 9pm for our Tabletop Game Group!⁠
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Alternative, advanced, and imaginative games will be featured. Browse our collection of over 150 games, or bring your own to share! This event is open to adults and mature teens. Refreshments will be provided! Get your game on!⁠
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Contact Dan Ward at 304-366-1210 for more information, or join our Facebook group: MCPL Wed Night Games (bit.ly/2qd1QBG)! Part of The WV Nerd Herd Group, North Cental WV's Boardgaming Community.⁠
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#TabletopGames #TabletopGaming #GameNight #BoardGames #WVNerdHerd⁠

Teens! Do you like to cook? Would you like to lear

Teens! Do you like to cook? Would you like to learn? Not sure how to start? Bring a parent and join WV Extension office employee Jamie Carrier as we learn to prepare a meal from start to finish. Learn tips and tricks for making meals healthier and more flavorful!⁠
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This is a 6 week program, with great prizes for attending and best of all, you get to eat the meal you have prepared!⁠
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The program is completely free, but space is limited and one parent/adult must accompany child. Register today to save your space! Open to 13-17 year olds,

Santa Cruz del Islote in the Archipelago of San Be

Santa Cruz del Islote in the Archipelago of San Bernardo off the coast of Colombia may only be about the size of two soccer fields (two acres), but the artificial island has four main streets and 10 neighborhoods. Five hundred people live on the island in around 155 houses. With so many people packed into such a small space, it's the most densely populated island in the world, according to The Guardian.⁠
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#TeachMeTuesday #Island #Small

This month, on Thursday September 16 at 1:30pm, we

This month, on Thursday September 16 at 1:30pm, we will be discussing Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter. (Mannington) The book is available to borrow from the Mannington Public Library, as well as from Libby and Hoopla.⁠
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Beautiful Ruins is the story of an almost-love affair that begins on the Italian coast in 1962...and is rekindled in Hollywood fifty years later. ⁠
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Pick up a copy of Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter and register to join us to discuss the book. Register here: https://bit.ly/2YnDGIA⁠
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Do you love building with LEGOs? Do you want some

Do you love building with LEGOs? Do you want some fun competition? Join us at the Fairview Public Library for our first Brick Builders club! This event is suitable for children aged 8 to12. We will create new and exciting builds every month. Race to see who will build the biggest, strongest, most original creations! Different building themes each month! All materials are provided.⁠
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Space is limited, so register early! Register here: https://bit.ly/2WNWdgt⁠
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We encourage all patrons to wear face masks while

We encourage all patrons to wear face masks while visiting the library and attending library events!

Beyond the Book Club is marking the 20th anniversa

Beyond the Book Club is marking the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and Flight 93 by reading Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer. We will discuss the book AND the film adaptation immediately after a viewing of the movie, Saturday, September 25. The movie will begin at 12:30 PM, and discussion will begin after a brief intermission, about 2:45. All are welcome! Please note that the MPAA rated this film PG-13 for emotional thematic material, some disturbing images, and language.⁠
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Register here: https://bit.ly/3n0QcrE⁠
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This novel was a New York Times Bestseller and named “Best Book of the Year” by the Los Angeles Times, Washington Post Book World, Chicago Tribune, and was adapted into an Academy Award Nominated movie by the same in 2011.⁠
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Nine-year-old Oskar Schell has embarked on an urgent, secret mission that will take him through the five boroughs of New York. His goal is to find the lock that matches a mysterious key that belonged to his father who died in the World Trade Center on the morning of September 11. This seemingly impossible task will bring Oskar into contact with survivors of all sorts of an exhilarating, affecting, often hilarious, and ultimately healing journey.⁠
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This novel is readily available for eBook and eAudiobook borrowing on Hoopla and Libby. There are also multiple copies of the text in our physical collection. ⁠
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#linkinbio

Learn about 3D Printing while creating a keychain

Learn about 3D Printing while creating a keychain with your name on it on Monday, September 13 at 5:00 pm (Fairmont)!⁠
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This program is designed for 4th grade and up. Participants will be contacted to pick up their 3D printed keychain in the weeks following this program.⁠
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Registration is required and limited to 12 people. Register here: https://bit.ly/2Y7Ip0K⁠
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#linkinbio

Fall into Fun at your library next Saturday!⁠
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The leaves are starting to change and there’s a crisp scent in the air! Come ‘Fall Into Fun’ at the library! Join the library in participation with the Fairmont Hometown Marketplace for an exciting kickoff to our autumn season! Stop by our table to find out about all of the fantastic events we have going on this fall! Play a fun fall-themed game, and pick up coloring sheets, bookmarks, and more!⁠
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You can also get your very own library card to celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month! So stop by and ‘Fall into Fun’ at your library!

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