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501 Sportsplex Drive
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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- M-W 9:00am-7:00pm
- Th 9:00am-8:00pm
- F 9:00am-6:00pm
- Sat 10:00am-5:00pm
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February 2023 Letter from our Director!
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Greetings!
DSCL is closed today, Wednesday, February 1st, due to inclement weather. Please watch our website or social media for updates.
Please join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Check out our African American Travel Survey Project virtual program presented by Leslie Wolfenden and Daniele Rose Dixon and find out more about the ‘Green Book’. And, you simply must take part in our “You Had Me at Hello” book-dating service to find your perfect match! Finally, tomorrow, starting at 5 a.m. you can check with Punxsutawney Phil to see his prediction about winter and then come to DSCL to stock up on your next reads to be prepared, no matter what comes!
Looking forward to seeing you!
Marcia Atilano, Library Director
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Take a look at our new arrivals for Adults, Young Adults, and Children under Booklists in the What's Hot section of the Library Catalog.
Check out the new additions to our Overdrive (Libby App) Collection here.
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Virtual and Live Programs
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Minors (children ages 17 and under) must be accompanied by an adult to programs that occur outside of the Library's normal operating hours. |
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Master Gardeners on the Porch
Every Thursday from 3:00-6:00 PM - on the porch or in the foyer
Join us on the porch for all of your gardening questions!
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Book-Dating Service
Books Available February 1st - February 28th
Slips will be due back by March 15th
Winner will be selected by March 20th
Are you single and ready to mingle? If so, come on down and checkout our new and improved way of finding the perfect book match. “You Had Me at Hello” is like no dating service you have ever seen before. Rather than picking your date by appearance or life story, you will choose your date by their very own pick-up line. No matter what you are looking for, whether it be your soulmate, a good time, or anything in between, we have got the date for you.
If you decide to participate in “You Had Me at Hello” please be sure to fill out a slip letting us know how it all turned out. Did they have you at hello? Or was it a happily-never-after?
Anyone that turns in a slip will be entered to win a Kindle Fire, unless they or a family member have previously won a Kindle from the Library.
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Teen Scene: Books to the Big Screen
Friday, Frebruary 24th
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
This month, join us in our reading of the book
Eragon by Christopher Paolini! And for an added bonus, watch the movie that was inspired by the book!
Teen Scene is an ongoing, monthly book club for teens 13 and older. Register, read the book, watch the movie, then come to book club to discuss!
One copy of the book per family is provided, ask for your book in the children’s room! Digital books may also be available. The library has a DVD available for checkout.
*All students, ages 13-18, (homeschool or not) are welcome to register and attend!
In-Person
REGISTER
Book Lineup
January:
Ready Player One by Ernest Cline
Feburary:
Eragon by Christopher Paolini
March:
The Princess Bride by William Goldman
April:
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
May:
Holes by Louis Sachar
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Chair Exercise
Mondays
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Qigong
Mondays
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Monday Meditation
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Now Offering 2 Levels of Experience!
Both Zoom and In-Person
Mondays
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
(Beginner Class)
REGISTER
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
(Advanced Class)
REGISTER
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Non-Fiction Addiction
Thursday, February 2nd
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM.
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Charlotte's Book Club
Thursday, February 9th
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM.
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Writers Block:
Creating Foreshadowing: Direct and Indirect
Thursday, February 23rd
In-Person and Zoom
REGISTER
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Mah Jongg
Tuesdays
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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This Month at the Library
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African American Travel Survey Project
Friday, February 10th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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ADULT ONLY
Dungeons and Dragons
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Looking for 2 more players!
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Art Together: Happy Watercolors!
Wednesday, February 22nd
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
In-Person
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Wordplay: Writing on the Lighter Side (Ages 18+)
Friday, February 24th
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Medicare 101
Saturday, February 25th
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
In-Peson
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Share the LOVE at the Library
Next time you are at the Library, stop by the Children's area and share a book or something you love about the Library! Answers can be written on papers hearts and taped to our Share the LOVE display.
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Homeschool Enrichment Class: Valentines Day Canvas Heart
*All students, ages 6-18, (homeschool or not) are welcome to register and attend!
*Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent for assistance.
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Homeschool Crochet Class
*All students, ages 6-18, (homeschool or not) are welcome to register and attend!
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Parent-Child Monthly Book Club
Parent-Child Book Club will meet monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Join us and discuss Historical Fiction.
Register online and request a free copy of this month's book.
January:
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
February:
Fatal Throne: the Wives of Henry VIII Tell All by M.T. Anderson, et al.
March:
Heart of a Samurai by Margi Preus
April:
The Snow Fell Three Graves Deep: Voices From the Donner Party by Allan Wolf
May:
The Many Reflections of Miss Jane Deming by J Anderson Coats
June:
The Great and Only Barnum by Candace Fleming
July:
Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park
August:
An Elephant in the Garden by Michael Morpurgo
September:
Blackbird Girls by Anne Blankman
October:
Apple (Skin to the Core) by Eric Gansworth
December:
It’s Trevor Noah: Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood
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Library Chess Group
All abilities and ages are invited to join the group to learn and play. Volunteers Brent Toups and Colton Inglish will be on hand to guide your journey into the ancient game of chess!
In-Person
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Legos @ the Library
3rd Wednesday of Every Month
Wednesday, February 15th
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Come and build using your wonderful imaginations instead of written directions. Name your special creation and display it in the library for a week!
In-Person
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Winter Reading Chalenge Ends Soon!
February 5th is the last day to enter the books you have read!
Don't forget to use your points and enter RAFFLES by Feb. 5th
Prize winners in both challenges will be notified by Feb 7th
Pre-K to Grade 8
- Register Online Using ReadSquared
- Participate at the Dripping Springs Community Library
- Record your books read.
- Enter Raffles, 1 Book = 1 Raffle Ticket
- Drawings will be held after Feb. 5th
Good Luck!
Winter Challenge: For PreK-6 and ages 7-13
*PreK-6 Raffle Prizes:
- Light Stax Junior Illuminated Building Blocks Classic Set
- Book Bundle
- Squishmallows Plush Mystery Box
*Ages 7-13 Raffle Prizes:
- Kids Kindle
- LEGO Chain Reactions (Klutz Science/ STEM Activity Kit)
- LEGO Dots Ice Cream Message Board Kit
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Mother Goose on the Loose
with Ms. Marie
All caregivers are invited to take an active part in this story time filled with music, activities and of course, stories! Enjoy interacting with your little one as we move quickly from one segment to another. An optional craft time is available after story time.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
For Ages 3 and Younger
February 1st - Bears in Winter
February 7th or 8th -Shadows & Shapes
February 14th or 15th - Hugs and Kisses
February 21st and 22nd - Big Machines
February 28th or March 1st - Clothesline Jobs
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Lil' Bookworms with
Sarah Leisure
Ages 3-6 are invited to join Sara weekly for stories and wonderfully interactive fun that is followed by an optional craft or activity time.
Every Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
For Ages 3 and Older
February 2nd - The Littlest Engine
February 9th - Fire Truck vs. Dragon
February 16th - Froggy's First Kiss
February 23rd - Little Blue Truck
In-Person
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Friday Discovery Time with
Miss Julieta
Discovery times are always filled with great books and stories, fun songs and movement.
An optional craft time is available after story time.
Every Friday 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
For Ages 3 and Older
February 3rd - Robot Be-Bop
February10th - Wait, What?
February 17th - Sweethearts
February 24th - I'm the President of Fun!
In-Person
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*ALL NEW*
"Snowbird" Story Time
with Sharon Davis
Introducing our Snowbird, Sharon Davis! She is a new library volunteer who winters in Dripping Springs and returns to Montana in May. Snowbird Story Time will have a fresh approach on a new day and time. If morning story times are inconvenient, try this Friday afternoon time for older preschoolers and primary ages!
Snowbird time will conclude with puzzles, join the Snowbird on Friday afternoons to discover different types of puzzles!
Please register online for all story times!
Every Friday 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
For Ages 3 and Older
February 3rd - Will the Cow Come Down?
February 10th - Heart surprises
February 17th -A Dog's Family
February 24th - What's for Lunch?
In-Person
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The World Book Encyclopedia, all 22 volumes, is available in the library for reading, exploring and research!
That’s right, hands-on research for kids, teens and adults. Visit the J Reference shelves in the children’s room to get started the traditional way.
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World Book Online is available for all members to access using their library card number and password.
All you need to get started is an internet connection to open the world!
World Book Online is more than just an encyclopedia. Plus, each section comes with helpful information for parents, teachers and homeschoolers.
Log in through your library account and discover multiple levels for learning and exploring.
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- Kids grade K+
- Discovery grade 5+
- Student grade 5+
- Advanced grade 9+
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos – Spanish Encyclopedia access for grades 5+
Timelines are great for history buffs or students wanting a different approach for examining the past. Explore the more than 650 existing Timelines and edit if you wish or create your own Timeline from scratch! Timelines can also be shared or printed.
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Early Learning Basics for grades PreK+, is filled with interest level information presented in various fun ways intended to spark curiosity and enthusiasm for learning at this early stage.
Try these educational interactive options, all with wonderful illustrations, videos or photos:
- Subject Crawl on PreK Level for Direct Access to Information.
- Videos
- Games
- Stories
- Activities
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Now even toddlers can experience the excitement of sensory play—with super-safe, extra-chunky materials made especially for them! There are three individual bins filled with springy spirals, bumpy stars and squishy balls, all with unique textures to inspire hands-on, tactile exploration.
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Caregivers may select one bin at a time for their child to explore. Please return the bin and lid with all materials inside to the assigned shelf under the printer.
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Dripping Springs Lions Club
Recycle for Sight
The local Lions Club has a collection box in our foyer. Give the gift of sight to a child in need by donating your no longer used glasses or sunglasses. They are also have collection boxes at South Star and Prosperity Banks. Thank you, community, for contining to give!
Learn more about this program here. |
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Dripping Springs
Helping Hands
DSCL is collecting unexpired, nonperishable food in a bin on the porch for Helping Hands. Helping Hands distributes food to the community who are in need. Please check their website for updates or call 512.820.0476 for information on pantry food distribution guidelines
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