YCL E-NEWS September 2021 Have a Look at What’s New for York County Library! |
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Nothing is More Empowering Than Getting Your Own Library Card! A YCL card gives you access to technology, resources, and services to pursue your passions and dreams. Get your card during Library Card Sign-Up Month this September and find something wonderful at your library! From storytimes to audiobooks to DIY classes, there's something for everyone. Read comics, watch movies, and so much more! Happy #LibraryCardSignupMonth! Help Spread the Word: Follow I Love Libraries on Facebook and Twitter and the hashtag #LibraryCardSignUpMonth to join the celebration on social media. To find out how to get your own YCL Card, see our Library Cards page. |
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Banned Books Week is September 26–October 2! This annual event celebrates the freedom to read and spotlights books that faced censorship in libraries, bookstores, and schools. Curious which titles that includes? Check out the ALA’s Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2020 or our banned/challenged book display at the Main Library in Rock Hill! |
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YCL to Participate in 9/11 Memorial & Exhibition |
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YCL is joining the 9/11 Memorial & Museum for September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World, a downloadable educational exhibition that recounts the events of 9/11 through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks. Told across 14 posters, this exhibition includes archival photos and images of artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection. For more information, please visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum website. |
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Stream Top Studio Films!
Films from top entertainment studios Lionsgate and Warner Bros. are now available to stream on Kanopy using your library card! Choose from a wide range of blockbusters, including family dramas, remastered classics, bubbly comedies, and everything in between! Hundreds of other high-quality films from partners like Neon, Paramount, Magnolia, and more are also available. Visit YCL's Virtual Library and start streaming now! |
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YCL Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month From September 15 – October 15, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month. During this month, we celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. |
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Long-Time YCL Librarians Celebrate Retirement Two familiar library faces have decided to move on. Page Hendrix of the Main Library and Laurie Hawkins of the Lake Wylie Library both recently retired after 41 and 24 years with YCL, respectively. To celebrate, the libraries held drop-ins for the staff and the public, with gifts, party snacks, cake, and lots of well-wishes. Congratulations, Page and Laurie! Thank you for your many years of service and all the fond memories. We wish you both the best and hope you enjoy "the next chapter!" |
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York County Library Hours and Closing Notices Beginning Tuesday, September 7, all YCL locations will offer new extended business hours, as listed below. See Hours and Locations for more details. All Locations: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Main Library (Rock Hill), Fort Mill, & Lake Wylie: Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Clover & York: Saturday, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. |
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Labor Day: All YCL locations will be closed Saturday, September 4, – Monday, September 6, for Labor Day. Additionally, the Main Library in Rock Hill will remain closed through Sunday, September 12, for building and facility improvements. For more information, visit www.yclibrary.org. Limited in-person programming will resume in September! Check out our Events Calendar for more details. |
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Friends Books on Main: Come shop a huge selection of books, DVDs, CDs, and audiobooks for all ages at this book store, operated by the Friends of the York County Library. Friends Books on Main is open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Please note that face masks are required for entrance into the store. |
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