YCL E-NEWS January 2020: Have a look at what's new for York County Library!

YCL E-NEWS January 2020
Have a look at what's new for York County Library!

Free Library Events Highlight African-American Heritage
 
Black History Trivia Quiz: Celebrate Black History Month with YCL’s trivia contest! Pick up a quiz from February 1–29 at any YCL location, complete it, and return it by February 29. We'll notify the winner the week of March 9 to receive a $25 Olive Garden gift card! 

The Dialectic Verse of Paul Laurence Dunbar: Paul Laurence Dunbar, pioneer African-American poet, and Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman in space, are brought to life with poetry readings, recitals, and character portrayals. Register online or call 803-981-5825, starting Jan. 22. Wednesday, Feb. 5, 6–7 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Movie: Green Book tells the story of a working-class Italian-American who becomes the driver of African-American classical pianist Don Shirley on a tour through the 1960s South. Bring a lunch; light refreshments provided. For adults and teens. No registration required. PG-13; 2 hrs., 10 min. Saturday, Feb. 8, 1–3:30 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Jail, No Bail: "Friendship Nine" protester Willie McCleod will recount the history and answer questions about his experience as a participant in the 1961 sit-in movement at Rock Hill's McCrory's Five and Dime. Register online or call 803-981-5825, starting Feb. 9. Sunday, Feb. 23, 3–4:30 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Advanced African-American Genealogy: Explore African-American genealogy and your family history with new methods, techniques, and resources. Not recommended for beginners. Register online or call 803-981-5825, starting Feb. 13. Thursday, Feb. 27, 6–8 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Movie: Queen of Katwe traces Ugandan chess prodigy Phiona Mutesi's journey from the slums, where she is forced to abandon school at age 9, to the upper world of chess. Bring a lunch; light refreshments provided. For adults and teens. No registration required. Rated PG; 2 hrs., 10 min. Saturday, Feb. 29, 1–3:30 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill

Finish the Challenge!
There's still time! Complete our Totally Cool Winter Reading Challenge. by January 31 to help increase our chances  for new books and author visits from Penguin Random House! Plus, you'll earn rewards and even a chance to win a grand prize! Register online or visit your local YCL branch.

Poetry in Motion: Ride Along with Rock Hill Poet Laureate Angelo Geter as he shares poetry during the My Ride Rock Hill Bus Stop (#1110). Ride the 30-minute loop and follow the "poetry path" to the Main Library for more poetry fun — meet and greet with Angelo; create magnetic, blackout and acrostic poems; enjoy our hot chocolate bar; and take a poem to go! For all ages. No registration required. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2–3:30 p.m.

Join the first "York County Reads" for all ages January–February! Read a featured book(s) on kindness, friendship, and anti-bullying; meet the authors for discussions, Q&As, and signings; and enjoy "kindness" and other York County Reads events! Reading in January counts for our Winter Reading Challenge, so "be kind" and check out the details and schedule!

YCL's 'Virtual Library' & 'Self-Publishing' Get New Resources
BiblioBoard Library: Discover local content from self-published S.C. authors, publish your own, and find new indie books from others around the world. All content has unlimited access and simultaneous use, with no check-outs, waits, or holds.
Flipster: Find popular magazines for all ages, with no overdue items and no limit to the number you can check out. Access them anytime, anywhere, on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, and enjoy many online or download them with the free Flipster app.
Pressbooks: Create and publish, in BiblioBoard Library, professional-quality e-book and print-ready files using easy online software, in EPUB, MOBI, and PDF formats.
Indie Author Project: Publish and submit your indie e-book to share across the area. Increase the exposure of your book, while retaining its rights, for a chance at statewide and national exposure.

Get Help: Tax Forms and Tax Preparation Assistance
All YCL locations and the YCL website will provide a handout with information on locating tax forms and sites that assist with tax preparation. Some locations will also host sessions for income tax assistance from AARP or SC Thrive.

Friends Books on Main: $1 Inspirational Fiction Sale!
Stop by Friends Books on Main this January for specials on inspirational fiction, and browse our huge collection of books and more for all ages, priced from only $1–$3. Open to the public Thursdays – Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., at 206 E. Main St. in Rock Hill.

Local Artist Spotlight
Clover Library’s featured artist is Jenny Pacheco of Venezuela. Jenny uses glass, metal, and more, merging them to make accessible paper pieces and wearables. With these materials, she creates her own designs for gallery and museum exhibits in the U.S., including Clover’s Gallery 120. See a selection of Jenny’s unique paper bowls at Clover Library.

Mark Your Calendars! YCL is excited to announce the 19th annual Patchwork Tales Storytelling Festival, March 9–14! Experience the magic of storytelling through one-of-a-kind live performances from nationally known storytellers. Join us to celebrate a time-honored tradition during this six-day storytelling extravaganza! 

All York County Libraries will be closed Monday, February 17, for Staff Development Day.