YCL E-NEWS February 2022: Have a Look at What’s New for York County Library!

YCL E-NEWS February 2022
Have a Look at What’s New for York County Library!

Timeless Tales & Music! • March 24–26, 2022
Mark Your Calendars! York County Library is excited to announce the 21st annual Patchwork Tales Storytelling Festival, March 24–26! Experience the magic of storytelling through one-of-a-kind virtual performances from global, national, and local performers as our community comes together to celebrate a time-honored tradition during this three-day tale-telling extravaganza!
 
Don't forget our Patchwork Tales Youth Visual Art Contest! You could win a $50 gift card or a gift basket! To enter, simply drop off your art by February 7 at any YCL branch, or submit it digitally at yclibrary.org/ask-a-ya-librarian. View the Events Calendar or see patchworktales.org for full details.

Celebrate Black History Month with YCL

George Washington Carver and Friends:
Black History heroes like George Washington Carver, the incredible scientist who invented thousands of uses for the lowly peanut, laid the groundwork for some of the most amazing discoveries of the modern era. In this show by Bright Star Theater, you'll meet other remarkable scientists, entrepreneurs, and groundbreakers from Black History, including Madam C.J. Walker, Jackie Robinson, Thurgood Marshall, and more!

This virtual performance will be available to view online until February 28 and is best appreciated by pre-K to 5th grade and family audiences. For more about Bright Star Theatre, visit their website at brightstartheatre.com.

Black History Trivia Quiz: Pick up a Black History Trivia Quiz at any YCL location starting February 2, complete it, and return it by February 28. We'll notify the winner the week of March 7 to receive a $25 Books-A-Million gift card! See the Events Calendar for full details and contest rules.

You're Invited! Come See YCL's New Outreach Van!

York County Library invites you to help us celebrate the arrival of our Outreach Van! Please join us on Thursday, Feb. 24, from 3–5 p.m. at the Main Library in Rock Hill for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, as we unveil the new van while you enjoy some light refreshments!

The purchase of this van was made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the South Carolina State Library, as well as funds from the Friends of the York County Library.

hoopla Bonus Borrows Return! 
The hoopla digital Bonus Borrows have returned! This February, choose from hundreds of Instant titles in our Bonus Borrows collection. These titles will be at NO cost to libraries and require ZERO of your monthly borrows. You'll also continue to have access to your 10 monthly Instant Borrows, as well as your 5 new "Flex" Borrows. Bonus Borrows themes for February include:

Fictional Favorites • In the News • Intense Suspense • Laugh Out Loud • Start Here! Series to Explore • Swoonworthy Love Stories • Titles Kids Love • Wellness for Body and Mind
 
Visit YCL's Virtual Library to start downloading now, and while you're there, check out BingePass, a brand-new way to explore great online content on hoopla. Get unlimited streaming for 7 days with a single borrow!

Join the next Together We Read Digital Book Club

From February 7–21, the Together We Read digital book club will connect thousands of readers with an ebook or audiobook copy of The Five Wounds. This stunning debut novel from author Kirstin Valdez Quade follows a New Mexican family’s extraordinary year of love and sacrifice. Visit our Virtual Library to access OverDrive* or download the Libby app, and start enjoying this 2021 First Novel Prize-winning book now, with no waitlists or holds. 

Learn more about Together We Read at togetherweread.com, where you can also join the online discussion and find other recommended reads.
 
*On February 23, OverDrive will remove the legacy app from app stores to focus on Libby as the primary way to enjoy the digital OverDrive library. You may continue to access OverDrive via YCL's website or your previously installed OverDrive app without disruption.

New Look for Main Library
Thanks to York County Funding, the Main Library in Rock Hill got a long-awaited makeover in January for its reference, genealogy, and young adult departments. Among the many improvements were new furniture, reference desks, shelves, computer desks for staff, and carpet. We're excited that the second floor has now reopened to the public, so please stop by and check it out!

Thank You for Participating in the Winter Reading Challenge!
It's been a "Totally Cool" Winter again! Thanks for another great Winter Reading Challenge and for helping to earn the library a chance to win book collections, autographed books, and virtual author visits. Don't forget to pick up your prize if you met your reading requirements, and look for more reading challenges to be announced soon!

Get Help: Resources for Tax Forms and Preparation
The IRS has provided York County Library with limited 1040 and 1040-SR tax forms, Schedules 1–3, and instructions. As no state forms will be available and free tax preparation assistance is also limited, we encourage you to access tax forms, products, and other information online. Visit our Tax Resources page or our Tax Help Flyer for an overview of tax resources and more, including where to find free local assistance from AARP, SC Thrive, and VITA.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with Storytime in the Park
Join us at Miracle Park on Monday, Feb. 14, from 4–4:30 p.m. for an outdoor, family-friendly storytime, and enjoy a special Valentine's Day-themed story, treat, craft, and more! Come early to check out books from the Bookmobile! No registration is required, and children of all ages are welcome. Miracle Park is located at 1005 Eden Terrace in Rock Hill; storytime will be held in the picnic area near the playground. For more information, see the Events Calendar.

Clover's Gallery 120 Issues a Call for Unwanted LEGOs
Do you have any LEGO bricks at home or work that you no longer need? Gallery 120 is seeking donations of unwanted LEGO pieces for a new community program the organization is planning for the spring. Please contact the event coordinator at (803) 222-9493 or drop off your donations in person at 120 Bethel St., Clover, SC 29710. Any amount is greatly appreciated!

York County Library Hours & Closing Notices
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.

• All YCL locations will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 16, for staff training. •