In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week Oct. 9 – 15, the Quitman Volunteer Fire Department, under the direction of Chief Scott Wheeler, has donated the children’s book to the library, “Fire Safety with Lieutenant Toby!” by Ed Schneyer Jr. Fire Prevention Week has its roots in the Great Chicago Fire which occurred on Oct. 8, 1871, leaving 100,000 people homeless and burning more than 2000 acres in 27 hours. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week recognizing that public education is the best means of fire prevention.

The next second Friday Acoustical Jam is Friday, Oct. 14, 6 - 9 p.m. in the Thurman Shamburger Room of the library. Acoustic musicians of all ages and musical levels are invited to join in, and listeners are always welcome. Refreshments will be available. For more information, call 903-952-8305.

The library will present “Spooky Stories Around the Campfire” on Monday, Oct. 31, from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at Gov. Jim Hogg City Park. The public is invited to gather around the library’s booth to share spine-chilling stories. Other exciting events and contests are scheduled.

Regular hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Call 903-763-4191 for more information or visit our website at quitmanlibrary.org. Keep up with current events on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.

Adult services

Get GED Ready@ Quitman Public Library! GED preparatory class meets each Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m. and are taught by certified instructor Susan Resnik. A study program will be designed to fit individual needs. Register by calling the number above or stop by during any class time. The library is also a registered test site for distance learners taking online courses that require a proctor.

Knitting and crochet instructor, Virginia Hoffpauir, invites everyone to bring their own supplies and join her group this fall for a fun time of free instruction. Stop by the library’s main gallery each Thursday, 2 – 4 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Genealogy

The Wood County Genealogical Society meets Monday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in the library’s community room. Members are happy to assist those who are researching family history. Visit their Facebook page to learn more about the society.

Children’s Services

The Story Time Gang meets each Thursday at 2 p.m. Lillian Gray plans an educational hour filled with stories, crafts and plenty of fun. Weekly themes: Oct. 6 - bats, Oct. 13 - explorers and pirates, Oct. 20 - bugs. Story Time is designed for young readers and home-schooled students; however anyone who wants to hear a great story is welcome. For more information, call 903-763-BOOK (2665).

Friends of the Library

Friends of the Library meets Tuesday, Oct. 11, at noon. Special guest is local author, Ann Norris. Martha Johnson will present the “5-Minute No Spoiler Book Review,” so bring your sack lunch and spend the noon hour with Friends. Light refreshments will be served. Officers for fiscal year 2017 are Misty Dawn Sublett, president; Cathy Dye, vice president; Lillian Gray, secretary; Kim Watterson, treasurer; hospitality, Martha Johnson.

On display

In the lobby showcase is a display honoring the Quitman Volunteer Fire Department designed by Beverly Chamberlain.