 In this Month's Newsletter:
- New Library Features for our Patrons
- March New Releases Reservation Forms
- Adult Spring Speakers Series and Book Clubs
- Children's Programs and Events
- Survey - Children & Youth Partnership for Dare County's Parenting Programs
- Wellness Screening at the Kill Devil Hills Library, March OBX SPCA Drive and Meals on Wheels Collaboration
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You can now access all of our Dare County Library events in a single calendar on our website. See everything happening all at once or sort by library location.
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  With the recent upgrade to the latest version of our specialized library software, our users now have several new and exciting options.
We all hate to waste paper. If you prefer, we can now set you up to receive your checkout slips with titles and due dates via email. On your next visit to the library, please let us know if you’d like to do this. We save on paper, and you can always refer back to your phone (or computer) to see what you have checked out and when it is due.
Speaking of when items are due, for years you have been able to sign up for email notifications - what we call a “friendly reminder” - that is emailed out two days before materials are due. Now we will be offering automatic renewals of materials that are not returned by their due date. Materials will renew for the same time of their initial loan period: three weeks for most materials and two weeks for new adult fiction titles. Automatic renewals will not occur for any materials that are on hold or on reserve for other library customers. If you are interested in automatic renewals, please let us know. We must have an email address for you to be able to do this.
If you haven’t looked at our new online catalog and your account at https://www.earlibrary.org/ please do so. We think you will find it much easier to navigate. Save this address to your bookmarks tab on your browser for easy access. You even have the option to change the language of the catalog to Spanish or French.
These are just some examples of the highlights of our new system. Take a few moments to click around and check it out. We really think you're going to like it!
  Click on the link to your home library branch below, fill out the form and click "submit." As soon as we receive your submission, we will add you to the request queue.
PLEASE NOTE: The lists are the same for all three library locations. It is crucial that you click the button below for the library location from which you borrow books.
 2023 Adult Spring Speakers Series
March events are listed below, and you can also find the complete schedule on our Adult Programs page.
These free programs are held in person at the Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and virtually via Zoom (unless otherwise noted).
Registration is required as space is limited. Please note that programs will not be recorded.
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When: Friday, March 3, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Virtually via Zoom
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When: Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Hatteras Library Meeting Room
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When: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and Virtually via Zoom
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When: Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and virtually via Zoom
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When: Tuesday, March 21, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and virtually via Zoom
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When: Wednesday, March 22, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and virtually via Zoom
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When: Friday, March 24, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and virtually via Zoom
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When: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and virtually via Zoom
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When: Friday, March 31, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library meeting room and virtually via Zoom
Space is limited. Registration is required for in-person and virtual events. To register, please visit www.DareNC.gov/Enrichment.
Kill Devil Hills and Manteo Book Clubs March Meetings
Manteo Library Book Club:
March 9, 2023 at 4 p.m.
"The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah
Please contact Sophie Bennewitz at the Manteo Library at 252-473-2372 to learn how to join.
Kill Devil Hills Library Book Club:
March 14, 2023 at 4 p.m.
"Magic Lessons" by Alice Hoffman
Please contact Meaghan Beasley at the Kill Devil Hills Library at
252-441-4331 to learn how to join.
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Bilingual/Dual Language Family Night
When: Monday, March 13, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Manteo Library
Who: Everyone!
In January, Miss Tammy and the Manteo Library staff hosted our first Bilingual/Dual Language Family Night. We had an incredible turnout for our STEM/Language-based event and our Bilingual Jeopardy.
This free, fun, family event was open to the public - no library card required - and it was such a success, we're doing it again!
Bilingual/Dual Language Family Night is fun for the whole family! From 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Manteo Library, we will have Spanish language bingo games as well as a family STEM project. We are looking forward to seeing everyone there for another fun night of games, laughs and prizes!
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Dare County Public Works Trash Truck Day
When: Wednesday, March 29, 2023, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Where: Manteo Library parking lot
Who: All ages
Come see a working “clean” trash truck move those huge dumpsters! Learn about the trash we have and where it goes, see a recycling truck up close, and meet the cool people who work with these trucks. This is a must-do program! Please dress for the weather as it will be held outside. This free event is perfect for all ages!
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Hatteras Library: Growing Readers Storytime
Thursdays: 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (for ages 2-3) and 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. (for ages 3-5)
For more information, please call the Hatteras Library at 252-986-2385 or email Tammy Batschelet at TBatschelet@earlibrary.org.
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Kill Devil Hills Library: Growing Readers and Hooked on Books Storytime, Debate Club and Kid's Book Club
Storytime in March is "Community Helpers":
Mondays and Thursdays: 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. (for all ages). Please see the Kill Devil Hills Library's March 2023 Children's Programs Calendar below for details.
Debate Club:
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. for students in grades 6-12. Snacks will be provided.
Hooked on Books Club:
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. for students in grades 3-8. Join Dare County Children's Librarian Donna Roark in March to discuss "Song for a Whale" by Lynne Kelly and play a trivia game.
Geocaching Returns March 6, 2023:
Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (for all ages)
For more information, please contact the Kill Devil Hills Library at 252-441-4331 or email Donna Roark at DRoark@earlibrary.org.
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Manteo Library: Growing Readers Storytime, Hooked on Books and Reading to a Therapy Dog
Storytime:
Mondays: 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. (for ages 3-5)
Wednesdays: 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (for ages 2-3) and from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. (for ages 3-5)
Note: The Dare County Public Works Trash Truck Day will replace Storytime on Wednesday, March 29. See more about event above.
Hooked on Books:
Wednesdays: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Grades K-5)
Note: Hooked on Books is cancelled on Wednesday, March 15.
For more information about Storytime and Hooked on Books, please contact Tammy Batschelet at 252-473-2372 or email TBatschelet@earlibrary.org.
Reading to a Therapy Dog:
Thursdays: 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
For more information about the program and to reserve a spot, please contact Sophie Bennewitz at 252-473-2372 or SBennewitz@earlibrary.org.
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Kids Can Vote for NCCBA in March
This award is truly a children's book award - selected by the children of the state of North Carolina!
The North Carolina Children's Book Award (NCCBA) is sponsored by the Youth Services Section of the North Carolina Library Association. Since 1992, North Carolina's school children have nominated their favorite books published within the past three years. Members of the NCCBA committee select 10-12 titles from the nominated books in two categories: picture books and junior books.
During the month of March, kids can vote for their favorite books from the list of picture book and junior book nominees.
Look for the nominees at your Dare County Library, find eBooks and eAudiobooks available through the NC Kids Digital Library, or print the list here.
Voting starts March 1, 2023. Kids, cast your vote online or stop by the Kill Devil Hills Library to vote with a paper ballot by March 31, 2023.
Through March 31, school-age children can also nominate a title for the 2024 award online.
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 Parenting Class Topics
The Children & Youth Partnership for Dare County (CYP) recently held three virtual, well-attended parenting classes in partnership with the Dare County Library. Before scheduling more classes, CYP would like feedback from parents to help determine what topics to feature in the future.
Please take the short survey below and let us know what topics you'd like to see covered, issues you're interested in learning more about, and the best days and times for you to attend.
For more information, please contact Molly McGinnis at CYP at 252-441-0614 ext.4 or mmcginnis@darekids.org.
Visit www.DareKids.org to see the resources and support services CYP offers to Dare County parents and guardians.
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 Third Annual Dare County Library OBX SPCA Collection Drive
What started as a way to help a community organization during COVID-19 lockdowns has turned into an annual event here at Dare County Library: our Third Annual Collection Drive for the OBX SPCA.
Donations can be dropped at all three Dare County Library locations throughout the month of March.
On April 1, we'll deliver the collected items to the shelter on Roanoke Island for the fur babies who are staying there.
Don't know what to get? A General Wishlist of items as well as various donation options can be found on the OBX SPCA website. If time is an issue, you can also search their Amazon and Chewy wishlists to order and have donations shipped directly to the shelter!
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Wellness Screening in Kill Devil Hills
When: Wednesday, March 29, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Kill Devil Hills Library
In partnership with Outer Banks Health, formerly known as The Outer Banks Hospital, the Kill Devil Hills Library is hosting a wellness screening event.
Outer Banks Health will be on-site offering free wellness screenings. Wellness screenings include checking your blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index, and also provide health coaching.
To reserve an appointment, please contact Outer Banks Health at 252-449-4529.
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Dare County Library Homebound Services and Meals on Wheels Outreach to the Dare County Community
Dare County Library offers its non-driving citizens the option to have books delivered to their homes. Recently, Meals on Wheels of Dare County has partnered with the Dare County Library to spread the word to recipients of both services in hopes of reaching a wider audience throughout our community. If you know someone who could benefit from one or both of these great services, please reach out to the contacts listed below.
Dare County Library Homebound Delivery: Jade Haynes, 252-473-2372 or jhaynes@earlibrary.org
Meals on Wheels: Nancy Huff, 252-573-9070 or nhuff0801@gmail.com. Looking to help out? Volunteers are needed to deliver hot meals Monday through Friday to our neighbors through Meals on Wheels. If you can help, please call!
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