Muhlenberg County Public Libraries http://mcplib.org Central City & Greenville, Kentucky Wed, 28 Sep 2016 05:53:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.4.5 Featured Artist Clyde Lawter http://mcplib.org/featured-artist-clyde-lawter/ http://mcplib.org/featured-artist-clyde-lawter/#respond Thu, 01 Sep 2016 12:30:25 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2153 lawter

 

Muhlenberg County Public Libraries’ Thistle Cottage will host an exhibit of artwork by painter Clyde Lawter during September.

Lawter, a native of Oklahoma, recently moved to Muhlenberg County to be near family. His work has been featured in numerous shows throughout the Midwest, including three solo shows at the Parthenon in Nashville, Tenn., and he has appeared on several television programs related to art. He has also judged multiple art competitions and is the founder of the Paducah Area Painters’ Alliance.

Lawter works in a variety of techniques to produce his artwork. His favorite style is French Post-Impressionist, such as that used by Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Cezanne. The exhibit at Thistle Cottage will include _ of his works.

Lawter’s artwork will be on display at Thistle Cottage through September 30. The artist himself will visit Thistle Cottage for an open house and reception on September 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. This event will give the community a chance to meet with Lawter and discuss the artwork on display. Community members can also stop by Thistle Cottage during regular business hours any time in September to view the exhibit.

Thistle Cottage is open Mon.-Fri. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, call Muhlenberg County Public Libraries at 270-338-4760.

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Barry Duvall Book Signing http://mcplib.org/barry-duvall-book-signing/ http://mcplib.org/barry-duvall-book-signing/#respond Wed, 31 Aug 2016 12:30:20 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2150 Local author Barry Duvall will visit Muhlenberg County Public Libraries’ Thistle Cottage next week for a book signing and presentation.

Duvall will introduce his new book, Wings of Immorality: Dark Cloud over Greenville, Ky., at the event, which is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 8, at 6 p.m. at Thistle Cottage. The book discusses infamous Greenville resident Miriam Eaves and her companion, Bert Wing.

Duvall will briefly discuss the history of Eaves and Wing and the events included in his book. He will answer questions from the audience, and he will also be available to sign copies of the book. Visitors are encouraged to bring their copies of the book so they will be able to reference them during the presentation.

Duvall is a well-known historian in Muhlenberg County. He has also written another popular book, My Last Day in Browder, regarding the 1910 mine explosion in Browder, and he has spoken at events around the region about both books and the events discussed therein. He also runs the very popular Muhlenberg County Kentucky History Group on Facebook.

Wings of Immorality can be purchased at the Coal County Vendor Mall in Greenville, Attic Heirlooms in Greenville, Brothers Country Store and Deli in Drakesboro, the Central City tourism office, online from Amazon or eBay or directly from Duvall. Duvall can be reached by email at barry.duvall66@gmail.com to purchase a book.

For more information about the book signing, contact Muhlenberg County Public Libraries at 270-338-4760.

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Walk to Fitness winners http://mcplib.org/walk-to-fitness-winners/ http://mcplib.org/walk-to-fitness-winners/#respond Mon, 29 Aug 2016 07:06:49 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2144 Congratulations to our Walk to Fitness challenge winners! The challenge ran from June 6 to July 25.

Winners were:

1st place – Andrea Anderson (944,969 steps)

2nd place – Makenna Shemwell (651,932 steps)

3rd place – Jennifer Shemwell (343,119 steps)

 

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Makenna and Jennifer Shemwell

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Open House – Jeanie Kittinger http://mcplib.org/open-house-jeanie-kittinger/ http://mcplib.org/open-house-jeanie-kittinger/#respond Wed, 10 Aug 2016 06:35:20 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2132 Thistle Cottage will host an open house for Jeanie Kittinger, August featured artist, on Aug. 18. A selection of Kittinger’s work is on display at Thistle Cottage, including paintings and books she illustrated. More of Kittinger’s work is also currently on exhibit in Franklin, TN.
The public is invited to visit with Kittinger during the open house to meet the artist and discuss her work. Refreshments will be provided.
Kittinger’s artwork will be on display at Thistle Cottage until the end of the month.

A few pieces of Kittinger’s artwork is posted below, but her exhibit at Thistle Cottage contains many more such works.

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Book Signing http://mcplib.org/book-signing-2/ http://mcplib.org/book-signing-2/#respond Sat, 23 Jul 2016 15:30:26 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2124 authors

Join us Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at our Central City library to meet two local authors, Barry Duvall and Mike Moore, and get your copies of their books signed! Duvall is the author of the new Wings of Immorality, and Mike Moore is the author of the Murders of Muhlenberg County series.

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Animal Tales http://mcplib.org/animal-tales/ http://mcplib.org/animal-tales/#respond Thu, 30 Jun 2016 08:53:54 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2042 July 14 is National Summer Learning Day! Join us for this fun “Ready, Set, Reptiles” program from Animal Tales! We’ll have several live animals at the library for the program. Visit http://animaledzoocation.com for more information!

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Summer Reading Prize Winners http://mcplib.org/summer-reading-prize-winners/ http://mcplib.org/summer-reading-prize-winners/#respond Wed, 29 Jun 2016 13:05:04 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2033 Congratulations to all our Summer Reading prize winners!

 

SRP Winner - Layla Gardner

Layla Gardner

 

SRP Winner - Jolie Trahan

Jolie Trahan

 

SRP Winner - Amelia Mohnen

Amelia Mohnen

 

SRP Winner - Jazziah Noffsinger

Jazziah Noffsinger

 

SRP Bike Winner - Roslyn Phillips

Roslyn Phillips

 

SRP Bike Winner - Jaxson Anderson

Jaxson Anderson

 

SRP Bike Winner - Klayton Wilken

Klayton Wilken

 

(One bike winner declined to be photographed.)

 

We also recognized adult Summer Reading winners at our finale Lunch and Learn on June 24. The patrons who read the most were Ema Reed (Central City) and Elin Smith (Harbin Memorial), and Tammy Durall and Gertrude Whitmer each won a Kindle Fire as a grand door prize during the finale.

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Grand Opening and Patron Appreciation http://mcplib.org/grand-opening-and-patron-appreciation/ http://mcplib.org/grand-opening-and-patron-appreciation/#respond Tue, 21 Jun 2016 11:56:45 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2028 Harbin Memorial is now open in our temporary location at Old National Bank in Greenville! To celebrate and show appreciation to county residents for their patronage and patience as we complete renovations, we’ll have lots of giveaways. Stop by and check us out!

Parking and entrance to the temporary library location is on the back side of the Old National Bank building in Greenville at ground level. The temporary location is open Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. The Annex is also located at the bank temporarily and observes the same hours listed above.

Harbin Memorial will remain at this location as renovations are completed at the permanent library location.

Our Thistle Cottage and Central City branches are open with normal business hours in their permanent locations.

For more information, call 270-338-4760.

 

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Harbin Memorial Temporary Location http://mcplib.org/harbin-memorial-temporary-location/ http://mcplib.org/harbin-memorial-temporary-location/#respond Fri, 10 Jun 2016 09:24:44 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2024
Harbin Memorial and the Annex are now open in the temporary location at Old National Bank. Those branches are open Mon.-Thurs. 8:30-4 and Fri. 8:30-6. Parking and entrance are at the back of the bank building.
The Central City branch and Thistle Cottage remain open with normal hours.
For more information, call 270-338-4760.
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Summer Reading 2016 http://mcplib.org/summer-reading-2016/ http://mcplib.org/summer-reading-2016/#comments Tue, 17 May 2016 18:55:46 +0000 http://mcplib.org/?p=2010 SRP 2016 posters
Summer is almost here! And that means it’s almost time for Summer Reading at Muhlenberg County Public Libraries!
Summer Reading takes place June 6 through June 17. This year’s theme is “On Your Mark, Get Set … Read!”
Registration is currently underway for Summer Reading. The program kicks off June 4 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Thistle Cottage. We’ll have a Bouncing B’s inflatable obstacle course, backyard slide and castle, as well as a water war (bring your own water gun!) and free snow cones.
This year’s children’s programs will alternate locations between Greenville and Central City and will be held Monday-Thursday during the two-week Summer Reading period. Programs will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays in Greenville and on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Central City.
All age groups for the children’s programs will meet each day as follows:

  • 10:30-11:30 a.m. – 18 months to 5 years old
  • 1-2 p.m. – Kindergarten to second grade
  • 3-4 p.m. – Third to fifth grade

Programs for childen will include Zumba, yoga, a nature walk, a day camp, gardening, healthy eating, healthy living and all-star sports.
The library is currently undergoing renovations, so Harbin Memorial will be temporarily located in the basement of Old National Bank during Summer Reading. Children’s programs in Greenville may be held either at the bank, Thistle Cottage or another location depending on the nature of the program.
Watch our Facebook page, website or call us for more information about programs and locations.
Teen programs will be held on Mondays in Central City and Fridays in Greenville. Teens (sixth through twelfth grade) can visit Central City for a “Get in the Game” day with a scavenger hunt and variety of games and activities on Monday, June 6 and again on June 13 for gaming tournaments. Teens can also visit Thistle Cottage for a game day on Friday, June 10 and for stress relief activities on June 17.
All teen programs will be held at 2 p.m.
We’ll also have weekly giveaways for those who keep up with their reading and turn in slips.
In addition to these Summer Reading activities, we’re hosting a weekly walking challenge at 6 p.m. at the Rails to Trails walk throughout the summer. Weather permitting, we’ll meet at the Greenville end of the trail each Tuesday in June and July and walk together.
We’ll also have weekly movie matinees throughout the month of June. We’ll show family (G or PG) movies each Wednesday at 3 p.m. at our Central City branch. Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. No registration is required for the weekly movie matinees or walking challenges, but all children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information about any of our summer programs, call us at 270-338-4760, or stop by the Central City branch to register for Summer Reading!

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