Warm Up with February Books & Event at Monroe-Walton County Library.

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Staff Picks

In "The Bodyguard" by Katherine Center, Hannah Brooks, an Executive Protection Agent, is tasked with shielding superstar actor Jack Stapleton from a devoted stalker. Jack, seeking refuge on his Texas ranch due to a family tragedy, enlists Hannah's help. To maintain secrecy, they pretend to be a couple. As they navigate this charade, Hannah discovers the complexities of safeguarding Jack and her own neglected heart. This delightful blend of humor, romance, and depth unfolds with unexpected twists.

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In the divided nation of Ravka, Alina Starkov, a lonely refugee, unveils a dormant power when her regiment is attacked on the Shadow Fold. This newfound ability could be the key to saving her war-torn country. Taken to the royal court, Alina is trained by the magical elite Grisha, led by the mysterious Darkling. As she confronts both the secrets of the Grisha and her own heart, she discovers that appearances can be deceiving in this lavish world, and the fate of the kingdom hinges on her untamed power.

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Enter the Grishaverse... Enter a realm of dark bargains, haunted towns, and talking beasts in Leigh Bardugo's atmospheric collection of short stories. Drawing inspiration from myth, fairy tales, and folklore, these tales feature betrayals, revenge, sacrifice, and love. Whether you're a new reader or a dedicated fan, Bardugo transports you to a world of dangerous magic within the Grishaverse novels. This collection, adorned with changing illustrations, includes three new stories, culminating in stunning full-spread art as rich in detail as the enchanting narratives themselves.

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Tween & Teen Mindfulness Art
Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 4:00 – 5:00pm

Stop by the library and learn a new mindfulness art form called Neurographic Art. This easy and relaxing art form helps to reduce stress and is perfect for artists both new and experienced. This program is for tweens and teens and will be in the teen area of the library.

Pokémon Swap
Saturday, February 3rd from 2:00 – 3:00pm
Friday, February 16th from 3:00 – 4:00pm

Bring your Pokémon cards to the library and swap with friends to build your collection! This event is open to kids of all ages.

Join us for our weekly Chess Club on Mondays in February from 4:00 – 5:00pm
If you are a new player or have been playing chess for a while, come join our weekly chess club open to kids and teens! Chess sets will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for Storytime! Come enjoy a fun morning of books, songs and puppets with your little ones! Children 5 and under will love singing songs and enjoy a fun short story!

Read to a Dog
Wednesday, February 7th from 4:00 – 5:00pm
Visit the library to read a book to licensed therapy dog, Amber! This program is open to kids at any reading level.

Fire Safety Day
Thursday, February 15th from 3:30 – 4:00pm
Learn about fire safety with our local fire marshal! At the end of the presentation, their will be a Q&A time. This program is for all ages.

Closures

Azalea Regional Headquarters and all Member Libraries will be closed on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 for staff development. We will resume normal business hours on Thursday, February 22, 2024.

Resource Spotlight

Did you know you can access GALE LegalForms for FREE with your library card through GALILEO?

Explore Gale LegalForms—an extensive resource filled with forms for your everyday legal needs! Need to create a will, deal with real estate, or navigate a divorce? You'll find customizable forms as well as official documents like court samples, checklists, and sample letters.

Make your legal journey easier with tools like Legal Definitions, a Law Digest, and Legal Q&A. They'll help you understand legal stuff better!. Business owners can use it too! Got a small business? Find forms for copyrights, trademarks, licenses, and more.

To access:

1. Start by visiting www.gapines.org clicking on My Account and logging in with your Library Card info.
2. Once you are logged in click on GALILEO Virtual Library to start accessing the online library portal.
3. Search GALILEO: Gale

Read about the Top 10 items checked out from PINES libraries in 2023 on the Georgia Public Library Service Website.

Curious what the most checkout books from hoopla in 2023 were? Check them out here!

Get ready to strike a chord with these self-paced online music lessons by @ArtistWorks taught by the masters. Players of all levels will improve skills, get feedback, and practice with purpose. Find it under “Extras” in the #LibbyApp, free with your library card.

Books, E-Media, and Digital Libraries

The PINES student PLAY card gives all Walton County students a special library card using their student ID with no late fees. These PLAY cards are funded by a generous grant from Georgia Public Library Service. Find out more here!