Glitter and glue at GS Library
By Kelli Bryant Grand Saline Librarian There is always something going on at the library. Since the beginning of 2016 we have had over 250 people attend events/programs at the library. All of these...
View ArticleNew look, new books found at the VZC Library
The Van Zandt County Library is almost put back together. The basic shelving and books have been returned to the proper place, and staff is getting braced for the summer reading program. Trinity...
View ArticleBanking on the Future of Texas Communities
By Rogers Pope Jr."The future ain't what it used to be."So said Yogi Berra, the famed New York Yankee as well known for his unintentionally humorous quotes and thought-provoking malaprops as for his...
View ArticleState Capitol Highlights
By Ed Sterling TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIAITONSupreme Court rules in ‘one person, one vote’ case AUSTIN — On a unanimous vote of 8-0, the U.S. Supreme Court on April 4 affirmed that states may continue to draw...
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All about Moms at Storytime
The theme for Storytime on Friday, April 29 at the Van Zandt County Library was “Moms.”. Ms. Rhonda read ‘My Mommy Hung the Moon’, ‘I Love my Mama’, ‘Llama Llama Mad at Mama’, and ‘Oh, the Things my...
View ArticleVZC Library officers to be installed, new computers coming
The Friends of the Van Zandt County Library will meet in the Buchanan Room of the VZC Library for the annual business meeting and installation of officers at 10 a.m. Monday, May 9. Mayor Lou Ann...
View ArticleJordan to teach photo tips, tricks at GS Library
By Kelli Bryant GS LibrarianOur next “I Learned it at the Library” event will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 6. Cara Jordan, of Magical Memories by Cara, will be teaching photography tips and tricks....
View ArticleThere’s always something happening at library
Memorial Day weekend is the first unofficial weekend of the summer.The holiday is more than a time for picnic cookouts and boating. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day of...
View ArticleRemembering part of our library family
By Kelli Bryant LibrarianLibraries are like families. Each and everyone one of the people who spend time at the library are important to the library. Last week we lost a very important member of the...
View ArticleWhat causes vegetable disease?
By Tommy Phillips Guest contributorVegetable diseases are caused primarily by fungi, bacteria, viruses and nematodes. Each of these organisms is responsible for causing certain vegetable diseases. They...
View ArticleLeave that wild animal alone, experts advise
AUSTIN – It’s not uncommon during the summer months to see what appears to be abandoned fawn deer or fledgling birds in need; that’s when humans need to resist the urge to help, wildlife experts...
View ArticlePop into the VZC Library
Clowns – to some they represent fun, playfulness, and silly stunts; but to others, clowns are terrifying! At 10 a.m. Friday, June 17, Kornpop the Clown will be “popping” into the Van Zandt County...
View ArticleSafety in America: What did we learn from Orlando?
By Jane M. Orient Guest contributorTwo facts about the Orlando massacre stand out: The killer (may his name be forgotten) was an “authorized” gun owner, and the shootings occurred in a “safe” place.The...
View ArticleJedi training held at GS Library
By Kelli Bryant Grand Saline Librarian We had an amazing group of young men and women attend the Jedi Training at the library on Tuesday, June 21. These young Jedi did crafts, ran an obstacle course,...
View ArticleCommunicating in an emergency
By Kerry Cartier, the Disaster GuyThe last time a tornado got near Canton, I tried to phone my kids on a cell phone. All the circuits were busy with other people trying to phone their kids.I texted the...
View ArticleCelebrate, stay fit and read at the VZC Library
It's that time again – fireworks, parades and cookouts. Our country declared its independence from Britain 240 years ago on July 4, 1776. We celebrate in many ways; but as you do, remember that our...
View ArticleLife is a picture show
By Carol Whatley Guest contributor Many years ago, before my first husband and I were married, we saw 11 movies in one weekend. This was before Netflix, before HBO, before anything, really. We...
View ArticleBeware of dangers of leaving children alone in or around vehicles
Melisa Rhodes Guest columnistAs summer arrives in Texas, children will be spending more time outdoors and the danger of children being left alone in and around cars increases. When we think of children...
View ArticleExperience magic at VZC Library
Abracadabra! Presto! Voila! If you come Friday, July 8 to the VZC Library Summer Reading Program, Todd McKinney might utter some of these phrases as he performs feats of magic. Children ages 3 to 12,...
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Wild things at the GS Library
Courtesy photo Salt Festival Queen Katie Davis holding Benjamin the kangaroo.By Kelli Bryant Librarian Wild Things Zoofari packed the library June 29. Courtney Cortina-Pineda, owner of Wild Things...
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