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By Sue Brooks The Halifax County-South Boston Public Library recently held its fourth annual early literacy fundraiser. This year’s fundraiser was titled “Rock ‘n Read.” Fourteen local artists donated their time and talent to paint nine donated guitars, four ukuleles, and one hand-built cigar box guitar. The early literacy fundraising event came to be four years ago when the First ...

Gunn Memorial Public Library in Yanceyville, NC Story and photos by Meredith Bernard Like the stitching on the thousands of book bindings housed on row after row of its shelves, the new Gunn Memorial Public Library in Yanceyville, NC is binding together a community deeply devoted to sharing the love and benefits of its new shining star. The library’s director, ...

At Person County, NC Public Library By Kristin Fleetwood, Reference Librarian Tucked amidst the northern Piedmont’s rolling hills just a 30-minute drive north of Durham lies the colorful, flourishing city of Roxboro, the seat of Person County. The city is a draw for its small-town Southern charm, unhurried pace, thriving arts and cultural scene, and its accessibility to Research Triangle ...

Halifax County, VA Libraries By John Theo Jr. During the long days of winter not many of us can afford to fly to the Caribbean for a reprieve from the cold. Instead, we are forced to be creative with both our time and money when it comes to finding activities. Ideally, most of us want something close to home and ...