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Second Saturday Bookshop Open Saturday, June 8 Stop by Friends of RPL's Second Saturday Bookshop on Saturday, June 8 from 10 am – 3 pm for excellent deals on used books, including fiction, nonfiction, children's literature, gift baskets, and more! Most items are priced $2 or less. June's special includes a sale on Young Adult books – buy 1 YA book and get another one free! Select CDs will also be free to take while supplies last. To learn more about Friends of RPL or the Second Saturday Bookshop, call 704-216-8240 or visit www.friendsofrpl.org. |
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Summer Reading Big Show Series Beginning in June Looking for something educational, fun, and free to do in June? Enjoy a series of Big Show performances each week at Rowan Public Library! Each week, a new performer will visit every RPL branch to put on a special show designed for school age children, though all are welcome to attend and enjoy. Shepherd Shakespeare Company
Shepherd Shakespeare Company will bring their show "Hamlet and the Pirates" to RPL audiences!
Monday, June 3, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Tuesday, June 4, 10:30 am: RPL South (China Grove)
Tuesday, June 4, 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Wednesday, June 5, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL East (Rockwell)
Thursday, June 6, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL West (Cleveland) Down to Earth Aerials
See an aerialist perform amazing stunts while also teaching about the benefits of acrobatic movement and the history of the circus!
Monday, June 10, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Tuesday, June 11, 10:30 am: RPL South (China Grove)
Tuesday, June 11, 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Wednesday, June 12, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL East (Rockwell)
Thursday, June 13, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL West (Cleveland)
*Note: These shows will be held outdoors. Gravity Check Juggling
See Ken and Kyle of Gravity Check Juggling perform an amazing juggling display filled with lots of technical skill and hilarious banter!
Monday, June 17, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Tuesday, June 18, 10:30 am: RPL South (China Grove)
Tuesday, June 18, 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Wednesday, June 19, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL East (Rockwell)
Thursday, June 20, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL West (Cleveland) Talewise
The Talewise crew returns to RPL to mesmerize audiences with the magic of storytelling and the wonder of science with their STEM show "Science Heroes: Adventures of the Lost Treasure"!
Monday, June 24, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Tuesday, June 25, 10:30 am: RPL South (China Grove)
Tuesday, June 25, 2 pm: RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
Wednesday, June 26, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL East (Rockwell)
Thursday, June 27, 10:30 am & 2 pm: RPL West (Cleveland) To learn more about Big Show programming at RPL, call Youth Services Supervisor Wendy Campbell at 704-216-8258.
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Chill Out! with an Ice Cream Storytime Here’s the scoop: When science and food come together, you know you have the perfect ingredients for a fantastic storytime! Visit RPL South (China Grove) on Saturday, June 8 at 2 pm for a chance to learn all about the science behind ice cream with a family storytime and a tasty activity.
At this storytime, children will explore the science of making ice cream by learning about temperatures and changes in matter. As they learn, they get to make their very own ice cream! Instead of using an ice cream machine, children will use ingredients and tools that can be found at local grocery stores or inside their own kitchens including small storage bags, vanilla, and sugar. With a special story time, science facts, ice cream, and a dance party, this program is sure to be a sweet treat! To learn more about this program or discuss nondairy options, call 704-216-7727.
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Thank You, Summer Reading 2024 Donors! Rowan Public Library initiatives like the annual Summer Reading Program are generously supported by Friends of RPL members. This year, Friends of RPL wishes to thank the following people for their contributions to Summer Reading 2024: Phyllis Bodnar & Jim Tonseth Barbara & Darryl Corriher Friends of Rowan Sandy Goodman
in memory of Judy Goodman Elaine Howle Dottie & Geoffrey Hoy Jayne Hubbard Jennifer Hubbard & Steve Cobb Randy Lassiter Dyke & Deborah Messinger Cyndii Owen Alice & Fred Stanback
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Volunteers Wanted for Stories by the Millstream 2024 June may just be getting started, but RPL is already on the lookout for volunteers to assist with Stories by the Millstream 2024! Stories by the Millstream is an annual storytelling festival held in the fall for Rowan County second graders and their teachers. Classes visit the park and first get to hear two local/regional storytellers and then hear a featured storyteller perform. This year marks the 22nd year of this event bringing the magic of live storytelling to young children, and RPL needs volunteers to make this happen. Volunteers would assist with leading classes of children to and from their various storytelling sites from approximately 8:30 am to 1 pm on Thursday, September 26. A free catered lunch will be provided at the end of the event. To learn more about this volunteering opportunity, contact David Lamanno at David.Lamanno@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-8229. Submit a volunteer application at bit.ly/RPLVolunteer.
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RPL Reads: Staff Book Recommendations Ever wonder what books library staff have been reading? Check out some hot reads recommended by RPL staff. This month, recommendations are provided by the staff of RPL Headquarters' Children's Department! |
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Autumn Scott, Children's Outreach Associate I recently finished reading Introductions (#1 in the Ghost Bird series), by C.L. Stone. With an agoraphobic mother and a barely-there father, Sang abhors the isolation keeping her in the shadows. The only thing Sang craves is a fresh start and to be accepted as ordinary by her peers, because for her being different meant being cast out alone.
When her family moves to a new school district, Sang infiltrates a group of boys who seem nearly perfect in every way. Grateful for an influence outside of her parents’ negativity, she quickly bonds with the boys, hoping to blend in and learn from them what it means to have a natural relationship with friends.
Only the boys have secrets of their own and they’ll do anything to keep her safe from the knowledge of the mysterious Academy that they've sworn allegiance to. Bit by bit, Sang discovers that her friends are far from the normalcy she expected. Stone's character development is amazing. The main characters could easily slip off the page and into any story and be just as loveable. This book is great for anyone that loves a character-driven plot or needs some new characters to ship!
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Vicki Rufty, Children's Outreach Associate I recently read White Trash: The 400-Year Untold History of Class in America by Nancy Isenberg. In the book, Isenberg upends assumptions about America's supposedly class-free society and shows how poor white people's experiences have been deeply ingrained in the country's history for the past 400 years. From reality TV entertainment, to political influence, and beyond, Isenberg explores how the "white trash" class has been established and taken advantage of for hundreds of years in America. I thought this was a really interesting historical exploration of the origins of "white trash" and the specific inciting incidents that caused the formation of this class in America.
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Duane DeBerry, Children's Associate I recently enjoyed Bros by Carole Boston Weatherford. I recommend this title because I am a "bro" myself, with several "bros" in my social circle. This book depicts young boys of color doing things that are not culturally praised as highly as they should be. I personally related to the yearning to be more courageous, especially in relation to breaking out of what is expected to be the norm for people of color. Lastly, this book is excellent at providing guidance to young readers: "Bros go to the library, bros read" offers a specific method young "bros" can follow for success. In a simplistic style, the author dives deeper into the perspective of a group of boys doing the things young boys do for fun. The illustrator certainly took the time to envision what the reader may assume from the words, and made the illustrations appealing. Though the book is written for children, take the time to dive deeper into this story, and I guarantee you will find values you can apply to adult life, too.
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Amanda Decker, Children's Associate I recently read Swan Lake: Quest for the Kingdoms by Rey Terciero.The story follows two princesses, Odette and Dillie, who are supposed to be enemies. Their kingdoms have been feuding and quarreling since before they were born. But when the two princesses meet each other at the lake that separates their castles, it's clear they were destined to be best friends. Odette – who lives with a curse that magically transforms her into a swan when the sun rises – is happy to find someone who treats her like everyone else. And Dillie has finally met someone who understands her dream of having an adventure instead of sitting on a throne. When they discover that Odette's curse is the reason for tension between their families, they decide to follow an ancient legend that could lead them to someone who can set everything right. As they travel through enchanted lands, meet new allies, and fight terrible foes, Odette and Dillie are put to the ultimate test. Though the quarreling families and kingdom tropes is common, this story presented it in a fun way. As a bonus, this book is a graphic novel, so readers get to enjoy the visual aspects of the story as well.
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Kimber Huffman, Children's Outreach Supervisor
I recently finished Chris Pavone's Two Nights in Lisbon. This super-twisty tale begins when protagonist Ariel Pryce wakes up in Lisbon, alone. Her husband is gone – no warning, no note, not answering his phone. Something is wrong.
She starts with hotel security, then the police, then the American embassy, at each confronting questions she can’t fully answer: What exactly is John doing in Lisbon? Why would he drag her along on his business trip? Who would want to harm him? And why does Ariel know so little about her new – much younger – husband?
The clock is ticking. Ariel is increasingly frustrated and desperate, running out of time, and the one person in the world who can help is the one person she least wants to ask. If you're looking for a thriller with a good twist, this is an excellent one to choose. You think you know what's happening until the whole story skews with an unexpected twist.
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Wendy Campbell, Youth Services Supervisor I recently read Not a Smiley Guy by Polly Horvath. I really enjoyed this picture book and the message that every child does not express happiness with a grin from ear to ear. Parents are reassured that it is okay if their child does not smile for them. Moreover, they do not need to do silly tricks to make their child grin. I like that it conveys a message encouraging children to be themselves without needing to perform. I would also add that I really enjoy reading Polly Horvath's work, and I recommend her books often.
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Amanda Brill, Young Adult Librarian I recently enjoyed the audiobook version of Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan. I was blown away by how strong Xingyin is as a character. She’s the daughter of the Chinese moon goddess, Chang’e, embarking on a perilous journey across the earth and skies to win her mother’s freedom. The book is a journey for Xingyin to find her place in the Celestial Kingdom and what it means to save the ones she loves. Everything about this title was great, even the gorgeous cover art. As a special extra recommendation: Heart of the Sun Warrior (the second book in this duology) is also excellent!
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A gift in memory of Rick Travis to the Rick Travis Endowment given by Sue Davis A gift in memory of Sarah Withers Keesee to the Sarah Withers Keesee Endowment given by Johanna Dantzler A gift to the Joe L. & Hester M. Sims Endowment given by the Joe L. and Hester M. Sims Family Foundation, Inc.
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Rowan Public Library recognizes the following donations: A gift by Midgie Dial A gift in memory of Lorene R. Whitley to Rowan Public Library given by David Y. Bingham A gift to the Edith M. Clark History Room given by Terry & Mary Windsteir Sheldon
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Friends of Rowan Public Library recognizes the following donations: Lou Adkins Jo Anne Bartlett John Basinger Monika & James Bigsby Nick Bishop Bonita & Robert Bloodworth Fran Burdig Phyllis Bodnar & Jim Tonseth Rochelle & Eugene Boratko Libby & Ron Bowers Sheila Brownlow Camille & Steve Butner Joyce & Thomas Caddell Linda & Richard Brian Carter Sara & Bob Cook Juanita Correll Barbara & Darryl Corriher Kathy & Greg Dunn Lillian Gascoigne Sandy Goodman Cynthia L Graham Bea & David Hall Betty Jo Hardy Amy Harrell Williams Janice Hartis Amanda Harwood Gale Hellard Karen Hobson Dottie & Geoffrey Hoy Jennifer Hubbard & Steve Cobb Gerry Hurley Toni & Milton Iossi Celia & Steve Jarrett Robert Jones Judy & Louis Kandl Anna & Bill Kepley John Kessler Gail Kimball Marilyn King Randy Lassiter Rosalie & John Laughlin Kay & Jesse McCartney Betty & Bud Mickle Pamela H Misenheimer Melody Mosley Genny & Phil Mozolak Pat & Jim Murtaugh Michelle & Doug Patterson Lisa Phelps Donna & Pete Prunkl Janis & Frank Ramsey Kathy & Bruce Sanborn Jerry Shelby Bethany Sinnott Melissa Oleen & Doug Smith Alice & Fred Stanback Caroline Stephenson Sherry Strother Marianna & David Swaim Donna Teeter John Michael Thompson Susan & Demming Ward Brenda & Tom Watson Lyn & Al Wilson Jean Wurster
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RPL Headquarters
201 W. Fisher Street
Salisbury, NC 28144
RPL East
110 Broad Sreet
Rockwell, NC 28138
RPL South
920 Kimball Road
China Grove, NC 28023
RPL West
201 School Street
Cleveland, NC 27013
rowanpubliclibrary.org
980-432-8670 |
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