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Second Saturday Bookshop Open Saturday, July 12 Stop by Friends of RPL's Second Saturday Bookshop on Saturday, July 12 from 10 am – 3 pm for excellent deals on used books, including fiction, nonfiction, children's literature, and more! Most items are priced $2 or less. In July, shoppers can enjoy a bag sale: Get a bag of hardcover nonfiction or young adult titles for $5, get a bag of softcover nonfiction or young adult titles for $3, or get a bag of blue dot books for $1. 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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Thank You, Summer Reading Sponsors! Rowan Public Library and Friends of Rowan Public Library extend a big thank you to this year's Summer Reading 2025 sponsors: Phyllis Bodnar and Jim Tonseth Barbara and Darryl Corriher Anna Danner Sue Davis Jane Gamewell Lillian Gascoigne Sandy Goodman Jayne Hubbard Jennifer Hubbard and Steve Cobb Celia and Steve Jarrett Randy Lassiter Genevia and Philip Mozolak Gavine Pitner Kathy and Bruce Sanborn Judy and Tom Childress Judith Kandl Kay and Jesse McCartney |
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Alternative Bookshop Access: A Note from Bookshop Manager, Cyndii Owen We have received information that the entrance to the Rowan Community Center (previously West End Plaza) at the Board of Elections office will close soon. It will not reopen until the Health Department construction concludes in 2026. Below is a map showing the alternate entrance for the public to use. The new main entrance will be where the fountain used to be (at the roundabout where the flag poles are). We will post this map, and the closure information signs at the Rowan Community Center doors and on the A-frames along the concourse. There will be an added Emergency Exit in Unit Q (next to the Board of Elections training room). It will be labeled and the gate will be rolled up when it is ready. To learn more, call 704-216-8240. |
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Summer Reading 2025 Continues in July Summer Reading programming at Rowan Public Library is happening! This year's theme is "Color Our World," and there is no better place to add creativity and color to your life than the public library! Summer Reading features educational, entertaining, and engaging programs for library customers of all ages to enjoy all summer long. Besides programming, RPL also offers incentives and prizes to encourage readers of all ages to keep reading, even when school isn't in session. While reading is beneficial for people of all ages, it is especially helpful to prevent "summer slide" in school-age children. Summer slide refers to the regression in academic skills that can occur when students are away from school for a prolonged period of time. Besides reading, people of all ages are invited to visit the RPL branches for storytimes, Big Show performances, and other exciting programming. Check out the awesome lineup of July activities for children: Win a Pizza Party!
RPL Headquarters (Salisbury), RPL East (Rockwell), RPL South (China Grove), RPL West (Cleveland)
Ongoing through July 26
Visit all four RPL branches, get your passport stamped, and be entered to win a pizza party! Pizza passports can be picked up at any branch. After you collect all four stamps, return your completed passport to any RPL branch by July 26 for a chance to win.
Scavenger Hunt: People Who Bring Color to Our World
RPL Headquarters (Salisbury), RPL East (Rockwell), RPL South (China Grove), RPL West (Cleveland)
June 1 – July 31
Search RPL Children's Rooms for famous people who bring color to the world through inventions, creativity, and actions. Find all the figures and win a prize! Different figures will be featured in July. Books & Babies
RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
June 2 – July 10
Tuesdays, 9 am
This 30-minute program is designed for babies ages 0-12 months and their caregivers to engage through books, rhymes, and songs. Toddler Time
RPL Headquarters (Salisbury)
June 2 – July 10
Tuesdays, 10 am
This 30-minute program is designed for toddlers and their caregivers to engage through books, rhymes, and songs. Baby & Toddler Time (Children Under 3 Years Old)
June 2 – July 10
10 am at each branch
Mondays, RPL West (Cleveland)
Wednesdays, RPL South (China Grove)
Thursdays, RPL East (Rockwell)
This 30-minute program is designed for children under 3 years old and their caregivers to engage through books, rhymes, and songs. Spectacular Storytime (Preschool – 1st Grade)
June 2 – July 10
Mondays, RPL West (Cleveland), 10:30 am
Tuesdays, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury), 9:30 & 10:30 am
Wednesdays, RPL South (China Grove), 10:30 am
Thursdays, RPL East (Rockwell), 10:30 am
This 30-minute program is designed for children ages 3 – 6 years old and their caregivers. Each week will feature a different talented storyteller from RPL's creative Youth Services Staff! Big Show: Soap Bubble Circus
Monday, June 30, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury), 10:30 am & 2 pm
Wednesday, July 2, RPL East (Rockwell), 10:30 am & 2 pm
Thursday, July 3, RPL West (Cleveland), 10:30 am
Thursday, July 3, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury), 2 pm
Enjoy amazing bubble feats from the Soap Bubble Circus!
*Note: There will not be any shows at RPL South on Tuesday, July 1. Big Show: Rowan Wild at RPL Headquarters
Monday, July 7, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury) 10:30 am & Noon
Learn about live animals from the experts of Rowan Wild! Big Show: Critter Keeper
Tuesday, July 8, RPL West (Cleveland), 4 pm
Tuesday, July 8, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury), 6:30 pm
Wednesday, July 9, RPL East (Rockwell), 10 am & 11 am
Wednesday, July 9, RPL South (China Grove), 2:30 pm & 4 pm
Learn about live animals with the Critter Keeper and meet Julius Squeezer, a Burmese python! Ladybug Release
Saturday, July 12, RPL South (China Grove), 11 am
Families are invited to learn all about ladybugs, enjoy a ladybug-themed storytime, and then help library staff release 3,000 ladybugs into the wild. To learn more, call 704-216-7727. Can't make it to one of the programs? No worries – interested participants can stop by any RPL branch through July 12 to register or visit bit.ly/RPLR2 and register online. To learn more, call 980-432-8670. Movement & Music Storytime
Saturday, July 19, RPL Headquarters (Salisbury), 11:30 am
This interactive storytime includes stories, movement, and music-making designed for children ages 4 — 8 years old and their families, though all are invited to participate. |
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Important Dates: End of Summer Reading All good things must come to an end, and unfortunately, that includes Summer Reading 2025! As RPL nears the end of Summer Reading programming, keep these key dates in mind: Saturday, July 12: This is the last day to sign up for Summer Reading if you want to log reading hours and qualify for prizes. If you still need to register to participate, visit bit.ly/RPLR2 to sign up and log reading hours. Saturday, July 26: Deadline to submit reading hours, pizza passports, and entries in the poster contest. Tuesday, July 29: All ages Summer Reading Finale Celebration at RPL Headquarters (Salisbury) at 6 pm. Reading hour prize winners will be able to collect prizes at this event, but they do not need to be present to win. Friday, August 29: Last day for all ages to claim Summer Reading prizes.
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Participate in a "Color Our World" Poster Contest
Break out the paint, markers, crayons, glue, glitter, and colored pencils...Rowan Public Library is hosting a poster contest! Individuals, families, and groups are invited to design a poster themed around this year's Summer Reading program, "Color Our World." This contest is open for people of all ages to enter. To participate, stop by any RPL branch to collect a blank poster board and a set of contest guidelines. All completed posters must be returned to any RPL branch by closing time on Saturday, July 26 to be considered in the judging. Winners will be selected for each category: Family/group, child ages 7-10, child ages 11-14, young adult ages 15-17, and adult ages 18+. Poster Contest Guidelines: - This contest is for everyone! Families are encouraged to work together on a poster.
- 26"x38" poster paper is available at each RPL branch. Participants may use their own poster-sized paper if desired.
- Designs must be original. The use of copyrighted characters or elements (e.g., Harry Potter, Pete the Cat, Disney cartoons, etc.) will not be judged.
- Entries must be hand drawn/created. Any type of media may be used, including (but not limited to) markers, crayons, pens, paints, or pastels. Mixed media embellishments are allowed.
- Judging criteria will emphasize the use of color, use of the entire poster board space, creativity, and the incorporation of this year's Summer Reading theme of "Color Our World."
- Entries will be accepted at any RPL branch until closing time on Saturday, July 26. Winners will be contacted in August.
- Posters may be used for promotional purposes, social media posts, or media articles.
To learn more, visit any RPL branch or call 980-432-8670.
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Coursera Now Available Through Rowan Public Library Now through December 31, 2025, Rowan Public Library cardholders can enjoy 90 days of free access to Coursera through a pilot program made available through the State Library of North Carolina.
Coursera is a global online learning platform offering courses and certificates from top universities and companies. With over 300 partners, including Stanford, Duke, Google, IBM, and Meta, Coursera provides a wide range of subjects and formats, including courses, specializations, and certificates. Degree programs require additional payment and are not included in the pilot program. The Coursera program will allow registrants to learn in-demand, job-relevant skills to secure their first job, improve career advancement, or transition into a new field. According to the Coursera Learners Outcome Report, 77% of Coursera learners report career benefits including new skills, increased pay, and new job opportunities. To sign up for a free account, fill out the registration form using your active Rowan Public Library card. Registrants will be directed to the Coursera website to sign in or create an account. After signing in, registrants may select the course(s) they wish to take. Although this is a pilot program, after 90 days, a user’s progress is saved – they won't lose their work. If seats are still available, you can register again for another 90 days. Alternatively, users can continue learning by subscribing directly through Coursera. Users who do not log in or engage with Coursera after 30 days will have their access removed to allow space for others. For more information about Coursera, visit www.rowanpubliclibrary.org or call 704-216-8240.
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Bookshop Volunteers Wanted The Friends of RPL Second Saturday Bookshop is in need of bookshop sorting room volunteers! To learn more, contact Library Services Manager Laurie Lyda at 704-216-8245. Location: Friends of RPL Second Saturday Bookshop Address: West End Plaza, 1935 Jake Alexander Blvd. W, Salisbury, NC 28147, Unit C-7 Duties: Volunteers are needed to work shifts on the second Saturday of every month. Shifts are typically 10 am to 1 pm or 1 to 3 pm, though hours may be flexible. Duties include receiving and sorting boxes of donations, loading carts, and shelving books in the store. Shifts will involve standing for extended periods; pushing, pulling, and lifting 30-pound boxes; pushing and pulling carts of books up to 100-pounds; and stooping and bending to pick up materials. Preferred Skills: Knowledge of broad genres (fiction, non-fiction, juvenile, etc.) preferred. Teen Friendly?: Yes. This opportunity is open to volunteers ages 17 and older. Time/Duration: Year-round, second Saturday of each month. Volunteers will be required to arrive at their designated shift time and work the duration of their assigned shift.
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Rowan Public Library recognizes the following donations: A gift by John B. Donerty A gift by Andrew Jackson Lodge #576 A gift in memory of James Bevels given by Sandra Bevels
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RPL Headquarters
201 W. Fisher Street
Salisbury, NC 28144
RPL East
110 Broad Street
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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