National Library Week is April 6-12, and our theme is “Drawn to the Library” celebrating that people enjoy the library for different reasons: pleasure reading, research, study, information, entertainment, connection and growth. Millions of people across the country visit their libraries every week. What’s the draw? There’s a world of information here.

Story Time with Spencer happens every 2nd and 4th Friday at 1 p.m. in the children’s section. The next event will be March 28. Story time is designed for toddlers through six years of age, and parents need to stay with their children as the episodes are recorded.

Friends of the Quitman Public Library meet on 2nd Thursdays at noon. The next one-hour meeting will be April 10, with the library staff providing special spring treats. Among the topics of discussion will be the FOL Spring Book Sale planned April 29-May 2. The public is invited to join this active group of volunteers dedicated to the growth and improvement of the library. 

Board Games for Teens group meets every other Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. in the library community room. Bring board games and snacks to share. This group is organized by Homeschoolers – Wood County, Texas and is designed for teens 13-19. Call 903-763-4191 to confirm game days. 

The Wood County TX Genealogical Society invites family researchers and historians to meet on the 3rd Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the community room. The next meeting is April 21. Follow the society’s page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/woocotx and request the monthly newsletter.

Wood County Metal Detecting Club meets on 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the community room. Exciting historical searches are being planned this spring and summer.

Knitting and crochet instruction class meets each Thursday, 2-4 p.m. Students of all ages and skill levels may bring their supplies and join this group. The instruction if free, and you are encouraged to bring patterns and yarn to swap. 

Adult GED support services are available for students who have registered online at www.ged.com. Certified teachers are available to help with reading/writing skills and math on Wednesdays during library hours. 

Visit www.quitmanlibrary.org to find the TexShare® database of reference resources. Download the Libby® or Boundless® apps for the latest eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video. Library cards are available at no cost for those who provide photo identification and proof of residence in Wood County. A guardian must sign for children 5-17. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Wi-Fi is available 24/7. Keep current at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary.