Anniston Public Library Newsletter - July 2023

From: Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County
July 5, 2023

How to Edit Photos From Your Phone - July 5 at 2 PM

Learn all about photo editing right from your phone.  Explore your phone’s built in editor and learn about various editing programs available for free! (3 Rewards)

Red Cross Blood Drive - July 6 from 10 - 2 PM

Join the American Red Cross and give the gift of life at our blood drive!  You can pre-register for your donation time by visiting redcross.org/donate.

Calhoun County Past & Present- July 11 at 2 PM  

Calhoun County, formerly known as Benton County, lies in northeastern Alabama in the Coosa Valley region at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Much of the history of the area has been documented in photographs archived at the Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County in the Alabama Room, which provides historical and genealogical reference for the area.  Join Teresa Kiser, Shane Spears and David Cummings as they present their new book  "Calhoun County Past & Present". Copies of their book will be available for sale.  (3 Rewards)

Pre-purchase a copy of the book at the Main Circulation Desk and receive a bookmark good towards DOUBLE punches on your Summer Reading rewards card and your regular rewards card.

Or alternatively you can purchase your book online for $20 (includes shipping). Just visit publiclibrary.cc/book to place your order!   

Trivia Night:  Jingles, Tags & One Liners from Movies, TV and Commercials - July 21 at 5:30 PM

How well do you know your jingles, tag lines and one-liners from commercials, tv and movies?  Test your knowledge against other competitors and see if you have what it takes to win!  (3 Rewards)

Bingo at the Library - July 25 at 2 PM

Come and join us for an afternoon of free Bingo at The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County! Bring your family and friends for an exciting time filled with laughter and friendly competition.  Win fantastic prizes as you daub your way to victory and experience the joy of shouting "Bingo!" (3 Rewards)

FREE Computer Classes - Every Tuesday at 9 AM

Join us at the Carver Branch Library for FREE computer classes!  To see what classes will be offered each month, be sure to check out our calendar at publiclibrary.cc/class.
The Carver Branch Library is located at 722 W 14th St, Anniston AL.

Model City Chess Club - July 15 at 1:30 PM

Meets the 3rd Saturday of each month. For all ages, beginner to advanced. FREE and open to the public.

CLOSED - July 4
Even while the Library is closed, you can still check out books and magazines digitally on Camellia Net!

Space Oddity (PG-13) - July 3 at Noon

A man seeks the help from an insurance company to plan a one-way trip to Mars.

Mooonrise (PG) - July 10 at Noon

After country singer Will Brown's wife passes away, his grief sidelines his career and pushes him away from his young daughter; until a bright and talented horse trainer shows him strength, forgiveness, and grace to live life again.

Senior Moment (NR)  -  July 17 at Noon

After drag racing his vintage convertible around Palm Springs, a retired NASA test pilot loses his license. Forced to take public transportation, he meets Caroline and learns to navigate love and life again.

Jerry and Marge go Large (PG-13) - July 24 at Noon

Based on the true story about long-married couple Jerry and Marge Selbee, who win the lottery and use the money to revive their small town.

Legacy Peak (PG) - July 31 at Noon

Jason is on an adventure to win the hearts of Noelle's kids before they marry.

Teen B.Y.O.B Club - July 6 at 4 PM

TEENS Got a book you read recently that you absolutely loved and want to share with others? The first Thursday of every month bring a book you can't wait to rave about, enjoy snacks and hear what awesome gems others have found for your TBR.

Anime Club - July 13 at 4 PM

Join us in the Ayers Room to watch a new anime title and enjoy Japanese snacks and prizes every month!  This month we will be watching Black Clover.

Teen 90's Night - July 20 at 6 PM

Teens!  Come party like it's 1999!  Cosplay in your favorite 90's styles while enjoying retro snacks and classic tunes.

D&D Day - July 8 at 1:00 PM

Join us at the Library for D&D and Pizza.  All Skill levels welcome!

Game Night - July 27 at 6 PM

Virtual Reality, (VR users must be 13+), board games, card games, party games! You name it; we'll be playing it. Bring your friends or make some new ones!

July Teen Take and Make Crafts

This month for our teen take & makes we will be making Message in a Bottle and Painted Rocks!  Offered to teens only.  One craft per teen please.  Pick up in the YA Department.

Virtual Reality Wednesdays - Every Wednesday

Every Wednesday during the Summer, we'll have the HTC Vive out in the Teen area.  (Starting June 7)

Teen Friday Flicks - Every Friday at 3 PM

Teens!  Join us at the Library every Friday at 3 PM for our FREE Friday Flicks!  Bring a sack lunch or enjoy FREE popcorn!
To see a list of what movies will be playing, please visit publiclibrary.cc/summerreading/movies or publiclibrary.cc/events

Lego League,  July 12 and July 26 at 3:30 PM

Come build Lego challenges and win door prizes in the Children's Department!  

Sensory Storytime, Tuesdays at 10 AM

Join us for Storytime every Tuesday at 10 am in the Ayer's Room! Enjoy a Storytime, a sing-a-long and a craft!

Pick-Up Craft, Weekly in July

Each week a new craft will be available. You can pick up a kit in the Children's Department.

Gene Cordova Puppet Show - July 13 at 10 AM

Come watch a fun-filled puppet show with Gene Cordova!

Pokémon Card Club - July 19 at 3:30 PM

Come trade Pokémon Cards and play the card game with others in the Children's Department!  Attendees will receive three free cards!  Held every third Wednesday at 3:30 PM.

Anniston Museum Animal Show - July 20 at 10 AM

Learn all about animals with the Anniston Museum!

Alabama Museum of Archives and History - July 27 at 10 AM

Learn about Alabama History with stories, crafts and more!

Kids FREE Friday Movie Matinee - Every Friday at Noon

Every Friday at Noon, enjoy a kids movie matinee!  Bring a sack lunch or enjoy FREE popcorn!  (Limit one popcorn per person please).  To see a list of what movies will be playing, please visit: publiclibrary.cc/summerreading/movies or publiclibrary.cc/events

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