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Perry Memorial Pop Up Library

Perry Memorial Library Launches Pop-Up Library, Continues Curbside Pick-Up

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-Information courtesy Perry Memorial Library

Perry Memorial Library recently launched its Pop-Up Library! This initiative was started to expand services to Vance County patrons and is funded by a grant from the John William Pope Foundation.

At the Pop-Up Library, you can get a library card, access Wi-Fi, return books and place holds. You can receive instruction on using the online databases and Overdrive digital media set-up. There will also be a limited number of books available for check out.

For a limited time, visitors can play a game for a chance to win a great prize!

Initially, the pop-up will be at:

  • Corner of Winder and Chestnut on Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting.
  • Wednesdays at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Curbside pick-up is available at the library Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Place your holds, the library will contact you when items are ready for pick-up and bring them to your car when you arrive!

To see where the library is popping up, check the library’s website at www.perrylibrary.org, or follow the library on Facebook.

Perry Memorial Library recently launched its Pop-Up Library. This initiative was started to expand services to Vance County patrons and is funded by a grant from the John William Pope Foundation. (Photo courtesy Perry Memorial Library)

Perry Memorial Library Offering Curbside Book Service, No Contact Home Delivery

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-Information courtesy Perry Memorial Library

Perry Memorial Library in Henderson announces a new curbside service available from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

You start by placing holds on materials through your library account or by calling the library at (252) 438-3316. If calling, have your library card number handy. Please make sure the library has the correct information to contact you when your holds arrive (email, phone or text).

For curbside delivery, you can receive up to five books or audio CDs and two DVDs.

When you receive notification that your holds are ready, come to the library and park in one of the designated spots in the parking lot on the Winder side of the building. Spots are near the entrance, next to the handicapped parking. Call or text the number on the sign and let library staff know you have arrived and your spot number.

There is a table set up, and staff will bring your holds out and place them on the table under your spot number, give you a big wave, and you can grab your holds from the table.

If you have books to return, please place them in the outside book drop.

If you are unable to leave your house due to physical limitations or COVID precautions, please call  (252) 438-3316, ext. 223, to arrange for no-contact delivery through the library’s adult outreach coordinator.

Perry Memorial Library looks forward to getting books, audiobooks and DVDs back in your hands!

Perry Memorial Library Announces Account Updates, Skills Building Resources

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There have been some recent account updates at Perry Memorial Library that should make your life easier!

NC Cardinal

The library has been working with the administrator of NC Cardinal to temporarily implement the following:

  • Accounts that expired between January 1 until the library reopens will be extended to September, so you can use online resources. After the library reopens, you will need to come in and update your account before September.
  • The fine cap has been removed, so account fees over $5 will not block you from using Overdrive.
  • Overdue fines accumulated after March 1 have been waived, and no new fines should accumulate.

As always, if you are still having trouble accessing your account or any of the online resources, email us at questions@perrylibrary.org.

Skills Building

If you are looking to improve skills, study for standardized tests, prepare for post-high school education or career training, the Testing and Education Reference Center is a great place to start.

From the NC Live home page, select Test Prep, then scroll to the bottom of the list and click Testing and Education Reference Center.

Although you use your library card/PIN to access the database, you will want to make a separate account when prompted (when you choose an option) in order to save your results and keep track of any college searches, etc., you might complete.

There are options for:

Basic Skills: English/Writing and Math

High School: subject review as well as practice AP tests, SAT subject tests, and high school equivalency exams

College Prep: ACT, CLEP, PSAT, SAT, and resume writing

Career: practice tests for a variety of careers, including cosmetology, firefighter, ASVAB, etc.

Grad School: practice tests for GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, MAT

International: TOEFL, citizenship

There is also a college planning section with checklists of activities to complete from 9th through 12th grade.

Under the college prep section, there is even a college and scholarship search section!

For more information and additional resources, please visit the library’s website at library.perrylibrary.org

Perry Library Remains Closed; Many Resources Available Online

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-Information courtesy Perry Memorial Library

Although the Perry Memorial Library in downtown Henderson is closed until further notice, the library’s online home page has been updated to better highlight the most important resources for patrons. No overdue fees will be charged while the library is closed.

The library is currently working to give access to Overdrive for StudentAccess patrons and will update the home page with instructions as soon as it is resolved.

Please let the library know if there is something you are having difficulty accessing or something that should be added to the home page.

Perry Memorial Library To Close For Coronavirus Prevention

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— press release from Perry Memorial Library, Patti McAnally

In evaluating information that indicates that aggressive early social distancing can stop the coronavirus from exponentially spreading, library leadership is making the difficult decision to close to the public beginning on Monday, March 16. Currently we plan to reopen on Monday, March 30, but will be continually assessing the situation to determine if this date will be extended.

This decision is consistent with Governor Cooper’s call for all public schools to close. The scientific data show that early, aggressive social distancing is vital in slowing the virus’s spread. By not delaying the decision to close, the benefits of social distancing will be maximized.

Overdue fines for materials due during this time will be waived. Additionally, ebooks and digital audio will remain available through e-iNC. We will be prominently posting instructions on how to access these materials on our website and Facebook page. Also, we have added a tab to our website with information on the virus, including links to utilities and other businesses offering special services during this time.

The library’s leadership team will continue to monitor the situation and respond accordingly. Follow the Library on Facebook and check the website for the latest updates.

Perry Memorial Library and VITA Offering Free Tax Preparation Services

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-Information courtesy Perry Memorial Library

VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is offering free tax preparation services at Perry Memorial Library in Henderson now through Monday, April 13, 2020, on Mondays from 3 – 7 p.m.; Thursdays from 3 – 5 p.m.; Fridays from 3 – 5 p.m.

Please bring all income documentation, picture ID, Social Security card(s) for all dependents and health insurance information.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $56,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns.

IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

No appointment needed – First Come, First Served.

Perry Memorial Library Announces FREE Winter Youth Programs

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-Information courtesy the Perry Memorial Library website

Perry Memorial Library announces its 2020 winter lineup of FREE youth programs. Winter programs run January and February, and include:

Totally Tweens – Ages 8 – 12, Mondays @ 5 p.m. Program themes vary by week.

Story Explorers – Ages 5 – 11, Tuesdays @ 5 p.m. Explore books and stories in creative ways.

STEAMworks – Ages 10 – 14, Wednesdays @ 5 p.m. Weekly lessons in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.

Books & Babies – Ages Birth – 2, Thursdays @ 10:45 a.m. A lap-sit program focusing on pre-reading skills.

Mother Goose Storytime – Ages 2 – 5, Thursdays @ 11 a.m. Songs, books, music and crafts.

LEGO Fun Club – Ages 5 – 13, Thursdays @ 4 p.m. Free build, drop-in program offered year-round.

For more information on youth and adult programs, please visit the library’s website by clicking here.

Perry Memorial Library to Hold Fall Used Book Sale

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-Information courtesy the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

You are invited to the Friends of Perry Memorial Library’s Fall Used Book Sale October 4-6, 2019. The library is located at 205 Breckenridge St. in downtown Henderson.

The book sale will be held in the Library’s Farm Bureau and Board rooms.

  • Friday, Oct. 4 ~ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Members Only Sale (membership available at the door)
  • Friday, Oct. 4 ~ 1 – 5:30 p.m. – General Sale
  • Saturday, Oct. 5 ~ 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. – General Sale
  • Sunday, Oct. 6 ~ 1 – 4 p.m. – $3 bag sale

Get your cookbooks, craft and hobby books for the upcoming holidays. Many gardening and landscaping books are available as well.

Gently used book donations are welcome all year long. Please drop donations off at the Library’s Circulation Desk and let them know they are for the Friend’s Book Sale.

For additional information, please visit www.perrylibrary.org.

Perry Memorial Library Announces Fall 2019 Youth Programs

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-Information courtesy the Perry Memorial Library website

Perry Memorial Library, 205 Breckenridge St., Henderson, announces their 2019 fall lineup of youth programs. Fall programs run September – November and include:

Totally Tweens – Ages 8 – 12, Mondays @ 5 p.m. Program themes vary by week.

Story Explorers – Ages 5 – 11, Tuesdays @ 5 p.m. Explore books and stories in creative ways.

STEAMworks – Ages 10 – 14, Wednesdays @ 5 p.m. Weekly lessons in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.

Books & Babies – Ages Birth – 2, Thursdays @ 10:45 a.m. A lap-sit program focusing on pre-reading skills.

Mother Goose Storytime – Ages 2 – 5, Thursdays @ 11 a.m. Songs, books, music and crafts.

LEGO Fun Club – Ages 5 – 13, Thursdays @ 4 p.m. Free build, drop-in program offered year-round.

December is program planning month for the library; youth programs resume January 2020.

For more information on youth and adult programs, please visit the library’s website by clicking here.

Perry Memorial Library to Wrap Up Summer Reading With Big Bang BOOM!

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-Information courtesy Perry Memorial Library

The Perry Memorial Library will hold their 2019 Summer Reading Program finale on Friday, August 2, 2019, at 2 p.m.

With a live performance by the “high-energy” band Big Bang BOOM, both parents and children will find it hard to stay in their seats!

Playing covers (with a twist) combined with their hard-rocking, funky original music, Big Bang BOOM is one of the highest sought after children’s acts in NC.

Following the finale, Perry Library will spend the remainder of August planning upcoming programming. Tuesday, September 3 will officially start the library’s fall programming.