Looking for ebooks to download?

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Librarian

Check out the State Library of Kansas’ EZ Library! 

http://www.kslib.info/digitalbooks

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Wondering who is in your family tree?

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Librarian

The National Archives recently released 5 videos as part of the
“Genealogy: Know Your Records” program. In these videos, archivists discuss the use of census records, military records and immigration records for genealogy purposes.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl54NX_H1ko

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Do you tweet? We do! Follow us on Twitter!

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Librarian

@CoffeyCountyLib

We’ll share news on new books, share some of our inside secrets, and talk about upcoming programs and events at all of our branches.

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Quilt Class at the Lebo Branch Library

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Librarian

Instructor:  Diane Spielman

Saturday, January 21, 2012

8:30 a.m. – ??

Table runner in a day.

Courthouse Steps Pattern.

Call the library @ 256-6452 to sign up and get a supply list.

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New to the Shelves

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Librarian

Insanity: 60 Day Total-Body Conditioning Workout DVD Program by Beachbody

Your personal trainer Shaun T will push you past your limits with 10 DVDs packed with cardio and plyometric drills with intervals of strength, power, resistance, and core training. No equipment or weights is needed, and you don’t have to be in extreme shape to do it. As long as you’re ready to dig deep, Shaun will help you get insane results in just 60 days.  (www.amazon.com)

For more, check out our January New Items List

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January Events Calendar

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Librarian

The January Events Calendar is ready to view or print.

Start of 2012 with Coffey County Library! Take a look at all of the activities available this month for you and your family at our 6 branch libraries.  Happy New Year!

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Need some help with your New Year’s resolutions? Let us help!

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Librarian

Check out our material on

* getting organized
* reducing clutter
* becoming financially solvent
* yoga
* P90X and Insanity dvds
* parenting
* eating healthy

and lots more!

Stop by today and resolve to know more!

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All Coffey County Library Branches are CLOSED on Saturday, December 31st & Monday, January 2nd

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Librarian

We will re-open with normal hours on Tuesday, January 3rd.  Have a Happy New Year!

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Beginning Microsoft Word Class at the Burlington Branch Library

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Librarian

Would you like to learn to use Microsoft Word for letter writing and other basic documents? The Burlington Branch will be offering a hands-on introductory class from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM on Tuesdays, January 3rd and 10th. This class is for those who have basic computer experience. Classes  are free, but registration is required as space is limited. Contact the library at 620-364-5333 to register and for more information.

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Board Minutes

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Librarian

The minutes from the November Board of Trustees meeting have been posted.  They can be found under the About tab and under Board of Trustees.

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