Halloween FUN @ Harrisville Library

Halloween is always so much fun. You get to dress up as your favorite character from a book or a movie and you get free candy. Now that's what I call FUN!! I would love to see what you choose as your costume this year. Come to the Harrisville Public Library Costume Party. Thursday, October 31, 2013 starting @ 4:30 p.m. We will have cake and punch provided by the Friends Group. There will also be some fun games to play. Can't wait to see what you picked out for your costume.

Florence: Movie & Popcorn

Florence Public Library:

Come and join the Florence Library for a spooky-laugh-fest! Monster, Inc on the big screen. This is a G-rated film, by Walt Disney Picture.

Monday October 7, 2013
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

For more information contact the Florence Public Library.

Florence Public Library
115 West Main Street
Florence, MS 39073
Phone: 601-845-6032

M & Th 9:30-7:00
Tu & W 9:30-5:00
F 1:00-5:00
Sa 9:00-12:30

Simply Crafts @ Pearl

Keeping with the Christmas spirit, we've decided to make a button wreath ornament for craft night this Tuesday, Dec. 11 at the Pearl Library starting @ 6 p.m. The ornament will look very similar to the picture shown below:

 

This program is free to the public with all materials provided. Come hang out and make something with us... and bring a friend if you like! Everyone is welcome. See you soon!



Simply Crafts @ Pearl



It's that time again! The kids are back in school, our regular TV shows are back on, summer is over, and FALL is almost here! You should celebrate it by decorating your house with a lovely fall wreath. Don't have one? You're in luck! We're making them at Pearl Public Library's craft night this Tuesday, September 11 @ 6 p.m. All materials are free, and the program is open to the public. We hope to see you there!

Simply Crafts @ Pearl

If you love to do crafts, you should come to this month's Simply Crafts @ the Pearl Public Library this Tuesday, August 14 @ 6 p.m. We will be making felt flower pins similar to the one shown above. This program is free with all materials provided, and EVERYONE is welcome. We hope to see you there!

Simply Crafts @ Pearl

Hello crafters! Guess “whooooooooo” is making an owl craft? You are! We decided to keep with the “nocturnal” and “night” themes for summer reading. Actually, we’ll take any excuse to make more owls!

This month, we are transforming a canvas into a pretty little owl with paint, foam, sequins, and scrapbooking paper. The fun starts at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 10 at the Pearl Library. This program is free with all materials provided. We hope to see you there!

Upcoming Events @ Flowood

Feeling a bit bored?  Why not drop by the Flowood Library and enjoy some programs?

• Thursday, June 21st at 6:30: A Graphic Art demonstration by Susan McGee
• Saturday, June 23rd at 1:00:  Join "The Happy Couponers" as they discuss money-saving tips for enjoying a great vacation without spending all you have.
• Monday, June 25th at 5:30: Flowood's "Craft Corner" is focused on making T-shirt quilts.  Please bring your own materials.

Something is always happening at the Flowood Library. All events are FREE and you do not need a library card.

Birds of Prey @ Pearl

Join Pat Lowrance of Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation as she presents Birds of Prey Tuesday, June 19 from 2 – 3 p.m. at the Pearl Library. Featured birds include the great horned owl, red tail hawk, falcon, and screech owl. This program is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

Simply Crafts @ Pearl Library

It's May, and flowers are in full bloom! Wouldn't it be nice to see a flower every time you signed your name or looked in your bag... or lying in a random place in your house? Well you can! At this month's Simply Crafts, we'll be making these lovely flower pens shown above. We'll also be making some cute little gift card holders with scrapbook paper and a household item normally found in the garbage can (who knew?). The fun begins @ 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 8th at the Pearl Public Library. All materials provided. We'll see you there!

Brown Bag @ Pearl

Did you get to see the Curious George exhibit at the art museum? If you didn't, don't be upset; they are coming to eat lunch with us at this month's Brown Bag lunch at noon, Friday, April 27th at the Pearl Library! The Mississippi Museum of Art will discuss their featured exhibit on Curious George while you eat. Bring your sack lunch. Drinks and dessert will be provided by the Friends of the Pearl Library. We hope to see you there!

Encore: Marta Szlubowska @ Flowood

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Marta Szlubowska, Violinist and Concertmaster of the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, will be performing at the Flowood Library on Tuesday, February 28th at 6:30 pm.

Some reviews of Marta's previous performances:

"Especially gripping was Szlubowska's performance of the Sonata for Unaccompanied Violin by the unjustly neglected Grazyna Bacewicz (1909-1960). Its hints of Bartok and neoclassical rigor suited Szlubowska's no-nonsense demeanor well; she held interest from first note to last..."

- The Washington Post

Washington, DC

"Her (Szlubowska's) tender, sweet, highest tones were exceptional. She played with strength and vigor throughout the Tchaikovsky Concerto. The cadenza was especially noteworthy for its wide range of expression and nuance, not to mention the technical feats."

- The News & Observer

Raleigh, North Carolina

For more information about Marta, please see Mississippi Symphony Orchestra or Marta Szlubowska.

Library Lovers Month @ Pearl Library

In order to celebrate Library Lovers' Month, the Friends of the Pearl Library will serve FREE coffee and cookies Monday, Feb. 13 through Wednesday, Feb. 15, from 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. During the three-day celebration, the Pearl Library’s huge meeting room will be transformed into a used book and movie store, where you are sure to find ridiculously low prices on some real treasures! The sale will be open during regular library hours. So stop, have some fun, and support your library!! We'll see you there!

Swing in to the Holidays @ Flowood!

Yes, it's that time again! The Flowood Library is having its annual Open House . . . otherwise known as "Swing in to the Holidays." The festivities will begin at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, December 6th! The fabulous lineup includes:

4:00 to 5:30- Meet Santa Claus. Santa will be stopping by the library and children may meet Santa and have their picture taken with him. Parents, please bring your cameras. There will also be cookies and juice.

6:00 to 7:00- Have a bite to eat and enjoy some live music. We will have a generous assortment of finger foods and beverages. Fix yourself a plate and have a seat because the Mississippi Swing Band will be performing your favorites.

During the event, patrons will have the opportunity to place bids on The Friends of the Flowood Public Library silent auction gift baskets. These baskets are filled to the brim with lots great items for anyone of your Christmas gift list. Also, patrons will be able to browse a selection of hand painted crafts from The Mustard Seed gift shop.

This event is FREE to all.

MARTHA HALL FOOSE @ FLOWOOD- CANCELLED

We apologize, however, Ms. Foose will NOT be appearing at the Flowood Library today. Ms. Foose is ill and cannot make it to the speaking engagement. We will let you know when Ms. Foose has been rescheduled. Thank you.

Florence Library - Crochet Club

The Florence Library Crochet Club will meet Monday Oct. 31, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. In the meeting room. Everyone is welcome, whither you are a beginner or a pro. We hope you will come and share the joy of Crocheting with others. Please bring your own materials.

For those who attend the program we will provide a free copy of the pattern for the Christmas Stocking in the picture below. We hope to see you there.

Florence Library Fall Family Fest

Come Join us for Fun, Food and more...Thursday, October 27, 2011 at the Florence Library. Where we will be hosting our annual Family Fall Fest. Program time will be 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.  You are welcome to dress in costume, but please no scary or revealing costumes. This is a FREE program and all are welcome. We hope to see you there.

For more information contact:  Gwen Davis/ Tina Clyburn

Florence Public Library
115 West Main Street
Florence, MS 39073
Phone: 601-845-6032

M & Th 9:30-7:00
Tu & W 9:30-5:00
F 1:00-5:00
Sa 9:00-12:30

Elizabeth Heiskell @ Flowood Library

Thanks to Elizabeth Heiskell for displaying her culinary talents at the Flowood Library!



From Ms. Heiskell's publishers website:

Elizabeth Heiskell was born and raised in the Mississippi Delta, an agricultural area bordered by the Mississippi River where food and fun go hand in hand. With her passion for food, fun, and adventure, Elizabeth started her culinary journey with courses at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. Chef Heiskell has prepared food for such notables as the Duchess of York, Vice President Al Gore, and a host of Mississippi governors.

As Lead Culinary Instructor at the Viking Cooking School in nearby Greenwood, world headquarters of the Viking Range Corporation, she has represented Viking on exclusive SilverSea cruises through Spain, Portugal, and Hawaii, as well as television and public appearances, and a multitude of culinary events adding fun and vitality to every class she teaches.

She now maintains an active catering company of her own based in Cleveland, Mississippi, where she lives with her husband, Luke, a cotton farmer, and their three daughters.

In addition to sharing some delicious recipes, Ms. Heiskell signed copies of her latest book.




Everyone had a great time. Don't forget to join us on October 25th at 6:30pm for Whitney Miller and on November 15th at 11:00 am for Martha Foose!

GET COOKIN' with the Flowood Library!

The Flowood Library is extremely excited to be presenting "Get Cookin' with the Flowood Public Library." "Get Cookin'" is a series of presentations by Mississippi Cookbook Writers. We are very fortunate to have three amazing local chefs willing to discuss their recipes. In order of appearance:

Elizabeth Heiskell--> Tuesday, September 20th at 6:00 pm. Mississippi Delta native, Elizabeth Heiskell, will be discussing recipes from her latest book, Somebody Stole the Cornbread for My Dressing. Ms. Heiskell is the former Lead Instructor at the Viking Cooking School. She has prepared meals for the Duchess of York, Vice President Al Gore, and a host of Mississippi governors. Ms. Heiskell will concentrate on speaking about tailgating . . . just in time for football season.

Whitney Miller--> Tuesday, October 25th at 6:30 pm. Poplarville native, Whitney Miller, will be discussing recipes from her latest book, Modern Hospitality: Simple Recipes with Southern Charm. Ms. Miller is the first winner of Fox TV's MasterChef contest which featured contestants from all over the country. Whitney was dubbed the "Pastry Princess" because of her talent with deserts.

and Finally . . .

Martha Hall Foose!--> Tuesday, November 15th at 11:30 am. Another Mississippi Delta native, Martha Hall Foose, will be at the Flowood Library just in time for the holidays. Martha is the author of two books, Screen Doors and Sweet Tea and A Southerly Course: Recipes & Stories from Close to Home.

All events are FREE to the public. Books will be available for purchase. We hope to see you here.