HOURS Library Pick-up Lockers and Book Drop are available 24/7 Monday through Thursday 9 am - 7 pm Friday 9 am - 5 pm Saturday 10 am - 2 pm CLOSING AT 2 PM ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 - STAFF TRAINING CLOSED THANKSGIVING - THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27 WHAT'S NEW Recommended New Releases: 11/4: The Christmas Stranger - R. Evans Paul wakes up unsure if his encounter with a stranger really happened or was just a dream – but when the stranger shows up again, Paul challenges him to give him just one reason to live. The stranger agrees to the challenge but warns Paul not to expect a path he would have guessed or chosen. The Forget-Me-Not Library - H. Webber When a road detour leads cyclist Juliet to Forget-Me-Not, Alabama, and straight into Tallulah’s life, the two women soon discover there’s magic in between the pages of where you’ve been and where you still need to go. And that happiness, even when lost, can always be found again. Otherwise Engaged - S. Mallory A twisty, tender and wise look at how secrets can transform the powerful - and sometimes
problematic - bond between mothers and daughters. 11/11: Exit Strategy - L. Child Jack Reacher will make three stops today. Not all of them were planned for. Where will these encounters lead? The King's Ransom - J. Evanovich The author takes you on a global hunt to track down missing masterpieces in this actionpacked and steamy sequel to the bestseller The Recovery Agent. Nash Falls - D. Baldacci Walter Nash is unexpectedly approached by the FBI in the middle of the night. They have an important request: become their inside man to expose an enterprise that is laundering large sums of money 11/18: Clive Cussler Quantum Tempest - M. Maden Juan Cabrillo and the crew of the Oregon face a ghost ship, deadly assassins and a threat from Cabrillo’s own past in their race to stop the launch of the world’s deadliest machine. The Color of Hope - D. Steel A beautiful American widow finds new life in France in this tender portrait. Samantha's three adult children - scattered from New York to London to Milan - are concerned for her well-being and encourage her to take a trip to Paris after the death of her husband. Evil Bones - K. Reichs A twisty, magnetic thriller featuring forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan, who finds herself enmeshed in a series of grisly animal killings that escalate into something far more sinister. The Seven Rings - N. Roberts Nora Roberts concludes her compelling Lost Bride trilogy as two women - one dead, one alive - prepare for a terrifying final showdown. 11/25: Robert B. Parker's Showdown - M. Lupica Vic Hale is one of the biggest – and loudest - podcasters in the nation. Vic’s riding
high...until he gets a visit from Spenser, who specializes in bringing guys like Hale back down to Earth. ADULTS LIBRARY EARLY CLOSING FOR STAFF TRAINING The library will be open Friday, November 14 from 9 am - 2 pm only, and will be closed from 2 - 5 pm for staff training. We will reopen Saturday normal hours from 10 am - 2 pm. Diorama-Rama: Cryptid Creations from October 15 - November 28 Join us for the spooky season in the studio as we create a special cloche diorama of your favorite cryptid legend! Pick one of your favorite classic cryptids or dream up a special creature from your own imagination! Email us at the studio for an appointment: thestudio@marylcook.com (*for adults and kids ages 5+). Ornament Paint Party at the Library with Cheryl Kerns (18+)
On Saturday, November 1 from 11:00 am -12:00 pm, Cheryl Kerns with Paint Your Party LLC will help us create a Highland cow holiday ornament. No art experience is necessary, as Cheryl will walk you through a step-by-step process, and at the end of the program, you will leave the library with a beautiful Highland cow hand painted ornament. This is a free program and all supplies will be provided; however, we require a $10 deposit upon registration that will be returned to you on the day of the event (you must be listed as the person attending to receive the deposit back). In person registration began October 15. This class is full. November Adult Take and Make: Holiday Greeting Cards (18+) Pick up a Holiday Greeting Card Take and Make Kit on Monday, November 3. In each kit, you will have supplies to complete 2 cards ("Thankful Pumpkin" and "Happy Holidays Presents"). These kits will be available while supplies last. Crochet Basics with Acacia and Teressa The November dates for the crochet class are Tuesday, November 4 and Tuesday, November 25 from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. This class is currently full. Rootfinders November Meeting: We will see you in the community room on Saturday, November 8 at 10 am. Stop by the community room to learn about your roots, enjoy a cup of coffee, and meet with likeminded individuals in the search for the past. Getting Reel Film Club (18+) We will meet on Monday, November 17 from 5:30 - 6:15 pm to discuss the movie, "Rope". There are still a few spots open in this club. Call or stop by the front desk to join! Genre Exploration Book Club November Meeting
We will be meeting to discuss the book "Mexican Gothic" by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia on Tuesday, November 18 from 5:30 -6:15 pm. This book club is currently full. Adult Ornament Paint Party at the Library (18+) On Saturday, December 13 from 11 am to 12 pm, join Cheryl Kerns at the library to learn how to paint this Santa Ornament. This is a guided painting class, so you do not have to be an expert to leave with an adorable ornament. Cheryl will walk you through each step of the process, allowing time for questions, concerns, or anything else that might arise. In-person registration for this program will begin on Wednesday, November 26. Remember to bring your $10 deposit as it is required upon registration. Don't worry, though, this will be returned to you on the day of the event. Friends of the Library Holiday Auction is Coming... The Friends Annual Holiday Auction is coming! Come in and bid on your favorite holiday decorations and gift baskets which have been donated by area businesses and community groups. If you have an item you are interested in donating, please contact Kathleen Welch at welchka@marylcook.com. Bidding will begin Friday, November 21 at noon. Bidding will end on Thursday, December 11 at 7:00 pm. You could do your holiday shopping at the library! Puzzle Swap/Puzzle Table No checking out! We also have a puzzle available for you to sit down and work on while visiting here at the library. Waynesville Food Pantry Help support our local food pantry. Gather your donations and drop them off at MLC. Items needed: peanut butter, canned soup, individual fruit cups, tuna, canned chicken, granola bars.
TEENS For Teens in 6th-12th grade: No registration required. Join us after school at the library for food, fun, and friends on Tuesdays from 3 - 4 pm in the Community Room! Tuesday the 4th - No teen program due to Voting Day Tuesday the 11th - Nintendo Switch and board games Tuesday the 18th - Bingo Tuesday the 25th -No teen program - Thanksgiving Break Anime and Manga Club: This month's meeting is on Thursday, November 6 from 3 - 4 pm. We will be watching "Kiki's Delivery Service". Dungeons and Dragons: This month's session is Wednesday, November 12 from 3 - 4 pm. We will not be meeting on November 26 due to Thanksgiving break.
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