Deanne Fincher, Amy Maliska, Jane C. Daugherty, and Director Wendy Congiardo were on hand to receive the award. Photo by City Councilman Steve Jones (not pictured).

The Thomas B. Norton Public Library was recognized at the Public Library Division breakfast at the Alabama Library Association Conference on April 26th as being this year’s only statewide recipient of  a Gold Star Standards award.

This evening, at the Gulf Shores City Council meeting at 5:00 pm, the library will be officially honored for this award by the Mayor and City Council members.  The public is invited to attend to join us in celebrating this extraordinary achievement.

Here’s an article that was published on al.com about the recognition:

http://blog.al.com/pr-community-news/2012/04/gulf_shores_library_to_receive.html

Congratulations, Gold Star Librarians!

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Some of our lovely librarians made the trip to Montgomery on April 3rd to support and promote Alabama Libraries.

Librarians with Senator Pittman and Representative Shriver

Librarians with Representatives McMillan and Shriver

Librarians with Representative Alan Baker

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Check here for all upcoming holidays and closings, so you can stock up on books ahead of time!

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“The quality of mercy is not strain’d…”  So says Portia in “The Merchant of Venice” and the libraries of Baldwin County agree. To celebrate National Library Week, we are forgiving all fines!

Return your overdue books, dvds, audio books or any other library owned material to any Baldwin County library during the week of April 8 through April 14 and mercy will be shown.   Check your bookshelves, kid’s rooms, couch cushions and under the front seat for stray or lost items.  We’ll even erase long overdue fines if the missing item is returned.  Return them in person or via bookdrop and your slate will be wiped clean.

“The Baldwin County Libraries are committed to keeping overdue fines low,” said Liz Reed, director of the Baldwin County Library Cooperative.  “We can do this only if our patrons return any overdue library material.  We are also determined to continue offering popular DVDs at no charge to the patron, but only if they are returned by the due date.”

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The Monday, March 26^th

10:30am E-Reader Class

has been RESCHEDULED for

Tuesday, March 27^th, @10:30am.

If this is not a good time for you, you can sign up at the front desk of the library for individual E-Reader tutorials at your later convenience, call us at 251-968-1476 and leave a voicemail, or email us at thomasbnortonlibrary@gmail.com.

Thank you for your patience!

Best,

Jane

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The acclaimed Christian Fiction writer,  Contressa Olszewski, author of Prelude to Grace, will visit the Thomas B. Norton Public Library on April 11th at 10:30 am to talk about her books and writing.

Please call 251.968.1176 and ask for Deanne for more details.

From Prelude to Grace:

“Making mistakes is all part of human nature. So why is it so hard to say the three words that can make it all better? The hardest words to utter can sometimes be ‘I was wrong.’ But as part of a fallen human nature, it is to be expected that at some time or another we will have to admit fault and ask for grace. Thankfully for all humans, there is a loving God who willingly forgives us for all that we do. The key to surviving a humbling experience is examining our actions and words, and learning not to be afraid of surrendering our pride. To live a humble life, as God commands, isn’t always easy. Everyone needs little reminders of their dependence on grace. Now, in a concise and easy to use seven-day devotional, Contressa Olszewski outlines the process of grace, all the way from repentance to forgiveness, and provides advice and ideas for practical application. Open your heart and start to actively participate in your own Prelude to Grace.”

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Did you know?

We’ve got our very own Pinterest page!

If you’re using Pinterest, you can find us here:

http://pinterest.com/tbnortonlibrary/

Or just click here:

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How to Set Up a Website

A Free Workshop by Web Designer John Oldham

What:  2 hour workshop on website essentials for individuals or small businesses.

Where:  Thomas B. Norton Public Library Meeting Room

When:  Saturday, February 25, 2012, @10:30am

Instructor:  John Oldham, BSIE

Space is limited. 

Call 251.968.1176 or email thomasbnortonlibrary@gmail.com to sign up.

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If you haven’t had time to catch it yet, you still have four weeks of our Winter Film Series left to enjoy!

What:  Winter Film Series

When:  Fridays at 3:00pm, doors open at 2:00pm

Where:  Thomas B. Norton Library Meeting Room.

February 3– Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

February 10– Jane Eyre

February 17– Water for Elephants

February 24– Potiche

Spend your Friday afternoon with us at the library!  Light refreshments are provided.

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What:  Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale

When:  February 9th, 10th, and 11th

Where:  Gulf Shores Adult Activity Center, 260 Clubhouse Drive, Gulf Shores, AL

Thursday is Friends day only with sign-up required; Friday and Saturday are open to the general public.

Hundreds of new and old titles to choose from, including a variety of genres. This year, we have a new additional category– Specialty Books, priced as collectible, at 50% or less than online booksellers.

There will also be baked goods, a raffle, and lots of fun!

Join us! All proceeds help your library continue to provide great public service.

For more information, call the library at 251-968-1176, or sale chairpersons Karla Shoemaker, 251-949-7492 and Karl Porter, 251-923-6135.

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