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Wilson County Public Library Programs for Late May 2021

May 18, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The final days of may May are bringing in colorful blooms and exciting programs.  Check out the library’s new Star Wars Trivia for teens, Mental Health Month programs, Wilson history, and fun take-home crafts. All […]

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Wilson County, NC: Library Programs for February 2021

February 1, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

By Amanda M. Gardner, Wilson County Public Library You are going to love our February virtual programs!  Celebrate African American History Month with programs highlighting African American scientists, inventors, authors, and artists.  Learn the history […]

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Wilson County, NC: Library Programs for January 2021

December 21, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances the minds of all ages with programs, lectures, classes, and entertainment. Programs in January 2021 cover a variety of topics, designed for different age groups as […]

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Wake County, NC: “Halloween Drive Thru Spooktacular” Offered at 3 Libraries

September 20, 2020 Kay Whatley

Wake County Public Libraries will be holding “creepy” craft and treat giveaways at Wake County libraries in Knightdale, Garner, and Raleigh, North Carolina. At these Halloween Drive Thru Spooktacular events, costumes are welcome, including car […]

Amanda Gardner of WCPL with the Makerspace 3D printer. Photo: Kay Whatley
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New STEAM “Makerspace” Open at the Wilson County, NC Main Library

February 6, 2020 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Recent grant awards to Wilson County Public Library (WCPL) have funded creation of a new Makerspace on the second floor of the Main Library, and new resources for youth programs. Grants […]

Frederick Douglass. Source: US Library of Congress, Washington, DC
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Library of Congress: Historical Newspapers Edited by Frederick Douglass Online

February 1, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Collection Includes Letters from Abolitionists, Articles and Accounts Written by Frederick Douglass Included in Three of His Famous Newspapers Newspapers edited by Frederick Douglass, who escaped slavery in 1838 and became a voice for abolitionists […]

Exterior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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July Activities at East Regional Library in Knightdale

July 2, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Upcoming programs for all ages will be held at this Knightdale, North Carolina library. Items listed below provided by the library. Unless otherwise noted, events take place at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Programs for July 2019

July 1, 2019 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of programs for all ages at the Main Library and Branches in July 2019. Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances […]

Johnston County Heritage Center, Smithfield, North Carolina. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Johnston County Heritage Center Opens Exhibit, Shows Important Documentary

February 17, 2019 Kay Whatley

The Johnston County Heritage Center unveiled a new exhibit on February 9, 2019, with an introductory presentation and special movie screening. The new exhibit, Building the Black Community, 1865-1900, covers the time of slavery and the […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Library Announces Programs for November

October 28, 2018 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library offers programs for all ages. Coming up in November, enjoy storytimes, a family movie, and more this month at the Main Library and Branches. Main Library hours are Monday through Wednesday […]

One of many events coming up at the library. Source: Wilson County Public Library, North Carolina
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Wilson NC Libraries Offer Public Reading Program, Feb-Mar Events

February 16, 2018 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library has a variety of free programs for the community throughout February and March 2018 at the Main Library and Branches throughout Wilson County, North Carolina. The early part of the year […]

Exterior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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East Regional Library Closing for Renovations

November 8, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Spread the word about the upcoming renovations at the Knightdale, North Carolina Library. East Regional Library closes on Sunday, November 26, 2017, at 5pm, for refurbishing. The library is expected to re-open […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson NC Area Library Events for Nov. 2017

October 25, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

By Will Robinson, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public library offers public programs throughout November at the Main Library, 249 Nash Street West Wilson, North Carolina. In addition to Main Library programs listed, branch library and […]

East RegionalLibrary in Knightdale NC. Photo Source: WakeGOV.
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Knightdale NC Library Programs and Services in July 2017

July 7, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

By Brandy L. Hamilton, East Regional Library For July, East Regional Library offers programs for all ages. In addition to events, the library offers assistance services. East Regional Library, part of the Wake County Public Libraries system, […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Library Programs for Wilson County NC in July

June 29, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

By Will Robinson, Local History and Genealogy Librarian, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public library has released a list of upcoming programs offered to the public this July. Main Library The following programs will be held […]

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC holds programs for all ages. Source: Braswell Facebook page.
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Braswell Memorial Library June Programs, Summer Reading

June 2, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

Adult Programs By LaKesha W. Joyner, Adult Programming Librarian @ Braswell Braswell Memorial Library’s adult programs include reading, social networking, crafts, and much more. For information or registration (when required) for adult programs, call Kesha Joyner at 252.442.1951 […]

Source: Joetta L. Pittman, Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Free Business/Nonprofit Workshops in Rocky Mount NC

June 2, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Joetta L. Pittman, SCORE Library Liaison, Braswell Memorial Library Brought to you by SCORE and Braswell Memorial Library, the monthly “1st Tuesdays for Business & Non-Profits Workshops” business programs are held at the in the second floor […]

Source: Will Robinson, Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public library Announces Summer Reading

May 24, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Will Robinson, Local History and Genealogy Librarian, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public Library has been busy preparing for this year’s Summer Reading Program. The goals of Summer Reading are: To encourage and motivate children and their […]

East RegionalLibrary in Knightdale NC. Photo Source: WakeGOV.
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May Programs and Services at Knightdale NC Library

May 10, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Brandy L. Hamilton, East Regional Library For May, East Regional Library offers services and age-appropriate programs. Get job assistance or attend an event at the East Regional Library, part of the Wake County Public Libraries system, is […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County May Library Programs Include Movie, Job Lab & More

May 1, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Will Robinson, Wilson County (NC) Public Library Wilson County Public library announces upcoming public programs this May at the Main Library, 249 Nash Street W, Wilson, North Carolina. Unless otherwise noted, all programs May are in the […]

East RegionalLibrary in Knightdale NC. Photo Source: WakeGOV.
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April Events at the Knightdale NC Library

April 12, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Brandy L. Hamilton, East Regional Library Adult, youth, and teen events are coming up at the East Regional Library, located at 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale NC. With questions or to register for events, contact the library at 919.217.5305. […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County NC Library Events for April 2017

March 24, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Will Robinson, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public library has released a list of upcoming programs offered to the public this April. The library system is online at www1.youseemore.com/wilsoncountypl. Main Library Children’s Early Literacy Programs continue at the […]

The Book Harvest "Dream Big" book collection is held each year. Source: bookharvestnc.org.
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Durham-based Nonprofit, Book Harvest, Collects Record Number of Books

February 15, 2017 Kay Whatley

Book Harvest Shatters Records with 48,334 Books Collected for Sixth Annual “Dream Big” Book Drive Book Harvest, a Durham-based nonprofit which provides books to Triangle children and families who need them, announced today that the 2017 […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe County NC Library to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

February 9, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Crystal Sessoms and Sue Howard, edgecombelibrary.org The Edgecombe County Memorial Library is holding a Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration on March 4, 2017, 10am-noon. Kids of all ages are invited to join in this free event, which will feature Dr. […]

Teen Movie Night at Braswell Memorial Library. Source: Scott Houston, MLS Teen & Information Services Librarian.
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February Teen Programs at Rocky Mount NC Library

January 31, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Scott Houston, Braswell-Library.org The list of Braswell Memorial Library’s teen programs for February 2017 includes movies, Valentine’s, games, and more. Braswell Memorial Library is located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. For more […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — January 19-22

January 18, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list covers events from the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. In addition to […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe County Memorial Library Offers Service for Homebound Readers

December 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

Do you like reading? Are you unable to get out? Do you live in Edgecombe County? If so, you may be eligible to have books delivered to your home or facility. This is an ongoing, free […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Tarboro Library Offers Free Musical Discovery Program on Dec. 20

December 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Crystal Sessoms, Edgecombe County Memorial Library The Edgecombe County Memorial Library is hosting a “Musical Discovery Program” with support from the North Carolina Symphony’s Bassist, Erik Dyke. Demonstrations and hands-on activities take place December 20, […]

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US UFO Sightings by State January 2018

February 4, 2018

By Kay Whatley, Editor Across the United States each year, thousands of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings are reported. UFO reports cover close encounters of various types, range from blinking lights in the sky to […]

Texas Longhorn cattle walk off Altus Air Force Base, Okla. after the 18th annual Cattle Drive August 25, 2016. Approximately 18 Texas Longhorn cattle were driven through Altus AFB at this year’s base Cattle Drive which provided opportunity for community members to share part of their culture with the Airmen and their families. Source: US Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dillon Davis.
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The Strange-ness: Air Force Base Holds Annual Cattle Drive

August 26, 2016

One western US military base holds a cattle drive each year.  This annual event includes cattle, cowboys, and cowgirls, making their way all around the base, with military families turning out to watch the cattle go […]

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The Strange-ness: Drilling Rocks on Mars

October 9, 2015

On Tuesday, Sept. 29, NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover drilled its eighth hole on Mars, and its fifth since reaching Mount Sharp one year ago. The drilling of the hole 2.6-inches (65 millimeters) deep in a […]

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