April Newsletter

April at the Library: Grow, Learn, and Explore!
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👍Staff Picks
Gladiator II (DVD) Rated R

Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people.
Boruto. Two blue vortex 

Naruto's legacy lives on, but this is Boruto's tale. Once a mischievous youth's son, Boruto now faces a twisted fate. A powerful jutsu swapped his life with Kawaki's, branding him a traitor. Exiled, Boruto trains with Sasuke. When Konoha is threatened, he returns, no longer a child. He's evolved, ready to unleash his honed skills and confront the chaos. Boruto, caught in the "two blue vortex," must prove his strength and reclaim his place, facing the consequences of a world turned upside down.
Join Us For These Upcoming Events 📅 View our Google Calendar
Bee Observation Talk
Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 10:30 – 11:30am

Learn all about bees and about beekeeping with a local beekeeper! This program is great for kids and families.

AARP Tax-Aide (By Appointment Only)
Thursdays until April 10th from 12:00 – 4:30pm

AARP is offering free tax-aide in the library by appointment only. AARP will be in the library on Thursdays from 12pm-4:30pm until April 10, 2025. Registration is required using the AARP link Tax Day's coming up! or by calling the library (770) 267-4630 to register for a time slot.

Friday, April 11: Stop by the library and hunt for the hidden unicorns in the children's area of the library! Find them all and you will receive a special prize. This scavenger hunt will be all day or until prizes run out.
Budgeting 101
Wed, April 9, 2025 from 5:30 – 6:30pm

Join the UGA Extension office as they teach the basics of budgeting and how to make a budget at home. This class is free and no registration is required.
Movie Morning: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 10:30 – 11:30am

Join us in the children's area of the library as we watch the movie, Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (rated G). This program is for kids of all ages and small refreshments will be provided, while supplies last.
Azalea Libraries will be closed for Easter on Sunday, April 20, 2025. We will return to normal business hours on Monday, April 21st.
Read to a Dog
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 4:00 – 5:00pm

Stop by the library to read a book to licensed therapy dog, Amber! This program is open to kids at any reading level.
Summer Reading Program Preview: Color Your World

Summer Fun Awaits at Monroe-Walton County Library!

Join Monroe-Walton County Library for the 2025 Summer Reading Program packed with exciting activities! Start your summer on May 23rd with our Kickoff Party, then enjoy events throughout June and July, including magic and puppet shows, a Pokémon Swap, Fire Safety Day, a special July Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a reptile rescue show. Wrap it all up at our End of Summer Pizza Party on July 25th! Visit our Google Calendar or call (770) 267-4630 for details.

In the Library
Polar Bear Craft
February Lego Challenge
💡Resource Spotlight💡

Celebrating Vidalia Onions

This month, we're shining a spotlight on the Vidalia onion, a true Georgia treasure! These sweet, mild onions are a culinary delight and a testament to the unique agricultural landscape of our state.

Did You Know?

  • Vidalia onions are grown in a specific 20-county region in Georgia, thanks to the unique soil composition that gives them their signature sweetness.
  • They were accidentally discovered in the 1930s when a farmer named Moses Coleman found that his onions were sweet instead of pungent.
  • Vidalia onions are Georgia's official state vegetable!

Recipe of the Month: Vidalia Onion Dip

Patrons are able to pick up books and other library materials after hours and enjoy the convenience of quickly retrieving holds while on the go. The lockers also provide contactless, 24/7 access for patrons who prefer not to enter the building or who need outside accessibility.

AZRLS lockers are conveniently located near the library’s main entrance and patrons will either scan their library card (physical card or from the PINES app) or manually enter their library card number on the touch screen. An assigned locker door will open, where items may be retrieved. Patrons should securely close the door after picking up all items. AZRLS currently has lockers located at the following member library locations.

  • Eatonton-Putnam County Library (Eatonton, GA)
  • Greene County Library (Greensboro, GA)
  • Jasper County Library (Monticello, GA)
  • Monroe-Walton County Library (Monroe, GA)
  • Morgan County Library (Madison, GA)
  • Sparta-Hancock County Library (Sparta, GA)
  • W.H. Stanton Memorial Library (Social Circle, GA)

The Azalea Regional Library System received grant funding to purchase the SmartAxess Lockers through an Institute of Museums and Library Services (IMLS) ARPA Digital Inclusion grant, administered by Georgia Public Library System.

To Use: Scan your library card (physical card or from the PINES app on your device), or enter your library card number manually on the touch screen. The locker door will pop open and you may retrieve your checked-out items. Close the door after retrieval.

 

Hoopla's Bonus Borrows will be available the last seven days of EVERY month. Choose from these select titles without using your monthly borrows! 
Hoopla Bonus Borrows
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!
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