On April 23, 2013 twenty five thousand World Book Night book givers went out into 5,800 communities throughout America, from Florida to Alaska, and put great books in the hands of new or reluctant readers. It was an extraordinary cultural event. World Book Night is an annual celebration dedicated to spreading the love of reading, person to person.
The Statesboro Regional Public Libraries along with the Zach Henderson Library of Georgia Southern University participated in World Book Night, as sites where book givers could pick up their shipment of books. Over …

                                                              
April 29 – May 9, 2013

Thousands of area children will be coming to the library for their Spring RIF book distribution.
They will see a 15-20 minute puppet show and then choose a book to keep.
We need volunteers to read their new books to them.
The distribution times are 9:00, 9:50, 12:15, and 1:05. You may sign up (or just show up) for as many time slots as you would like!
Just pick the times that fit your schedule and come share the joy of reading with a child. J
For more …

The Friends of the Library invite you to join us as we welcome David L. Dudley to the Statesboro Regional Library on Monday, March 11 2013 at 7:00pm.. The event is free and open to the public, so please come and invite others to attend as well. A reception will be held in the atrium shortly after David Dudley speaks. Books will also be available for purchase and signing by the author at the reception. A brief bio is provided below for those that have not …

The Richmond Hill library will present a free computer class on using e-mail on Friday, March 1st at 11:00a.m. The class will cover the basics of setting up and using an e-mail account. Topics covered will be:

Setting up an account
Attaching documents
Managing contacts
Avoiding spam
Maintaining a clutter-free inbox

Call (912) 756-3580 for more information.

AARP TAX EVENT
Congressman John Barrow
Thursday, February 21, 10-2:00 p.m.
Please drop in to chat with Congressman John Barrow.
Statesboro Regional Library
124 South Main Street
Statesboro, GA 30451

In observance of Black History Month 2013, Franklin Memorial Library is sponsoring an African-American History Art and Poetry Exhibit. Local artists and poets are encouraged to submit a work of art or poetry depicting events relating to the Emancipation Proclamation or the March on Washington. This marks the 150th year anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation and the 5oth Anniversary of the March on Washington. Artwork may be in the form of collage, photography, pen ink, charcoal, graphite, sculpture, painting, etc. suitable for public viewing. Poetry must be poet’s original work. …

The Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys is a collection of books, films, and other resources that will introduce the American public to the complex history and culture of Muslims in the United States and around the world. This  collection of 25 books was selected to help public audiences in the United States become more familiar with the people, places, history, faith and cultures of Muslims around the world, including those within the U.S.  The Zach Henderson Library was one of 1,000 libraries to be awarded the collection which will be used …

The Statesboro Regional Library is pleased to announce that Betty Smith Franklin will lead a writer’s workshop in creative nonfiction beginning Thursday, January 17, 2013. Creative nonfiction is the exploration of fact using the craft of literature.  The creative nonfiction genre examines real people, places, and events through evocative, surprising language and unique voice.  The various forms of creative nonfiction include personal essay, memoir, and literary journalism. Ms. Franklin will use methods and processes that come from the Quaker tradition and research on writing as a way of knowing.  Sessions …

Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival returns! Sample the treats, sights, characters and adventures of the whimsical Zoo Boo Town on four magical days with more than 1,500 animals from around the world. Don’t forget your costume!
Library patrons can obtain Zoo Atlanta Passes at any of our locations just by owning a PINES library card. The pass is valid for up to two adults and two children. Simply check out a Zoo Atlanta DVD and return it to receive a Zoo Atlanta Family Pass.
Activities will take place from 10 a.m. …

Join us on September 27th in the Isabel Sorrier Community Room for a Genealogy Workshop on how to begin researching your African American Ancestors. Librarian Janice Strickland will be presenting the workshop on how to get started in African American Genealogical research and navigate the best sources of information. Registration is suggested due to limited seating. To register, or for more information, contact the Statesboro Regional Library Reference Desk in person or by phone at (912) 764-1337.