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Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe Library Hosts Tar River Christmas on Dec. 8

December 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Crystal Sessoms, Edgecombe County Memorial Library Join the fun with a “Tar River Christmas 2016” — a Musical Winter Event with Stocks Elementary — at the Edgecombe County Memorial Library! On December 8, 2016, enjoy music, […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe County Readers’ Theatre Presents “The Enemy”

November 14, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Yolanda Thigpen, ECML Edgecombe County Memorial Library is proud to host an appearance by the ECU Medical Readers’ Theatre Company. The group will be performing a dramatization of the “The Enemy” by Pearl S. Buck. […]

One of many events at Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC, in November 2016.
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Braswell Library Offerings for November

November 6, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library is located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. A variety of programs are planned for November, with a “Discover Space” theme featured on several events this month. Teen Programs November […]

Writer, rapper, professor, and filmmaker M.K. Asante.
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M.K. Asante Speaking at Cumberland County Library on Sept. 14

September 12, 2016 Kay Whatley

Special Guest to Discuss His Journey from Decaying Philadelphia Streets to Professorship Writer, rapper, professor, and filmmaker M.K. Asante will be appearing at Cumberland County Headquarters Library on Wednesday, September 14, 2016, at 6 pm. […]

Banned Books focus of event, video. Source: Scott Houston, Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Banned Books Are The Focus of Library Event, Video

August 25, 2016 Kay Whatley

Banned Books Week is coming up September 25-October 1, 2016. This annual event draws attention to the ongoing issues with banning of old and new books, and celebrates the freedom to read in the US. Braswell […]

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Eastern NC Libraries Offer Adult Events in August

July 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

Upcoming adult events near Wilson, Rocky Mount, and surrounding cities, are listed below by location. If you know of a library event we’ve missed, email the Editor. Braswell Memorial Library’s August 2016 Adult Programs This library […]

Billy Yeargin to present on July 16, 2016. Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Braswell Memorial Library Adult Programs Planned for July

June 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

 Contributed by LaKesha W. Joyner, Adult Programming Librarian July adult programs range from writer gatherings to exercise to historical presentations. Check out these upcoming events. While most are held at Braswell Memorial Library, 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount […]

Teen Summer Reading Program. Source: Maegen Wilson, Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County NC Summer Reading Programs

June 11, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Maegen Wilson, Assistant Director, 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 families to […]

Let My People Know Network lecture is planned for Wilson County Library, Wilson NC. Source: Manaka Ashahnayahu.
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Community Event – Free Ancient History Lecture

May 31, 2016 Kay Whatley

Topic:  “The Americas – Lands of the Shemitic Negroes” Contributed by Manaka Ashahnayahu A special lecture is planned on the topic, “The Americas – Lands of the Shemitic Negroes.” This topic will be presented on two separate dates by Lecturer/Ourstorian, Monica […]

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC holds programs for all ages. Source: Braswell Facebook page.
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Rocky Mount NC Library Events for June 2016

May 30, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library Braswell Memorial Library holds a wide variety of events! Upcoming options for adults and teens are listed below.  The library is located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount NC. For more information […]

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC holds programs for all ages. Source: Braswell Facebook page.
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May Adult Programs Planned at Braswell Library

April 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Lakesha Joyner, Braswell-Library.org Programs for adults in May 2016 include meetings for book lovers, senior activities, writing help, and job assistance. Events are at Braswell, except for the “Literary Latte” group. Braswell Memorial Library is […]

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Star Wars Events in Eastern Wake Libraries

April 26, 2016 Kay Whatley

Special Star Wars themed events are scheduled for libraries across Wake County.  Details here show the dates for Knightdale, Wendell, and Zebulon NC library events. More libraries are listed on the Wake County Libraries website. […]

Wilson Library Spring events, Wilson NC.
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Wilson Area Libraries Offers Teen Events

April 2, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Wilson County Public Library system is offering a variety of teen events for Spring 2016. Events are held at the main library branch in Wilson, the Elm City library, and the Lucama library. TEENS @ […]

Braswell Memorial Library First Tuesdays for Small Business, Rocky Mount, NC.
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Small Business Tax Event on April 5th

March 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library and the Rocky Mount Chapter of S.C.O.R.E. — the Service Corps of Retired Executives — are welcoming Rhonda High from the NC Department of Revenue to their April 2016 Small Business event. Ms. High will […]

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Bailey NC Library Offers Classes

March 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

With the Wesley Privette Memorial Library now operating as a branch of Braswell Memorial Library, new classes are being offered. Basic Computer classes begin on April 14, 2016, and will be offered on the second Thursday of […]

An edible book-cake example. Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Cooking Challenge Offered by Edible Book Contest

March 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC Announces Edible Book Contest Released by LaKesha Joyner, MLS, Adult Programming Librarian Join Braswell Memorial Library for an Edible Book Contest!  The Edible Book Contest will be held […]

East RegionalLibrary in Knightdale NC. Photo Source: WakeGOV.
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Knightdale NC Library Events for March 2016

February 24, 2016 Kay Whatley

East Regional Library Offers Events for People of All Ages Released by Brandy Hamilton Below are just a few of the programs taking place at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, in Knightdale NC. Events are […]

Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Upcoming Events at Braswell Memorial Library

February 23, 2016 Kay Whatley

For information on the library’s Adult programs, contact Kesha Joyner-MLS, Adult Programming Librarian,  at 252.442.1951 x.253. For information on the Braswell Memorial Library young adult or teen (YA/T) programs, contact Scott Houston-MLS, Adult Information and Young Adult Services Librarian,  at […]

Photo Source: "Crayones cera" by Jorge Barrios - Own work. Licensed under Public Domain via Commons - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Crayones_cera.jpg#/media/File:Crayones_cera.jpg.
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Adult, Young Adult and Teen Programs at Braswell

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library is located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount. For information on the young adult or teen (YA/T) programs, contact Scott Houston at 252.442.1951 x.257. For information on adult programs, contact […]

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Wendell Offers Crafts & Snacks for Children

January 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

ABC Craft and Snack Saturday Wendell Community Library offers a special story time for children age 3-5, and their caregivers. Come on January 30, 2016, and participate in an interactive program with an alphabet craft and […]

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Knightdale Library Offers Healthy Eating Books

January 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

Healthy Eating Trends: There’s a Book for That Vegan, Paleo, Gluten-Free – oh my! Drop in January 27, 2016, between 11am and noon to browse a selection of the latest and greatest books, selected by […]

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Adult Programs Offered at Knightdale NC Library

January 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Brandy Hamilton East Regional Library holds adult classes on topics ranging from fitness to finance to fun. Some events require registration, while others are walk-in events. All are scheduled for East Regional Library, located […]

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Youth Programs Upcoming at East Regional Library

December 30, 2015 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Brandy Hamilton Listed below are just a few of the child and teen programs taking place throughout January 2016 at East Regional Library, located at 946 Steeple Square Court, in Knightdale NC. Storytimes Baby Storytime […]

Source: Braswell Memorial Library
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Braswell January Programs Include ACT & More for Teens

December 23, 2015 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Scott Houston Give your teens a good start to the New Year with educational and fun events offered at Braswell Memorial Library. January programs include an ACT Strategy Session, astronomy, and game nights. […]

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