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Swansboro, N C... Library Events January 20 - 26, 2008

Library in Swansboro NC Swansboro, North Carolina got its first library in the early 1950s when the Women's Club of Swansboro took matters in-hand and began the Swansboro library.

Seven years later the county library system agreed to take over the operation of the library provided the Town of Swansboro would furnish a location. An agreement was reached and the Swansboro Library became a branch of the Onslow County Public library system.

The first location of the new branch was the Old Swansboro Community Building where it remained for eleven years. In 1968 it was moved to the Swansboro City Hall and that was its home for 28 years.

In 1993 the library moved to its present location on West Corbett Avenue into a renovated funeral home.

As the population of the area grew and the library increased its resources and patrons, a need for more space was recognized. In December of 2001 renovations began and by March 2004, the expansion was complete. The Swansboro Library had grown from a space of 2500 square feet to 5300 square feet.

The library is very active and offers weekly programs for children, teens and adults.

Upcoming Events - Week of January 21-26, 2008

Thursday, January 24

7 PM - Adult Session - "Let's Talk About It" - Children's Book Series

The Swansboro Friends of the Library invite you to join in an exploration of the wonderful world of children's literature. "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is the selected book for this session. Bes Spangle of Peace College will lead the discussion.

Saturday, January 26 Swansboro NC library

11 AM - Free Financial Aid For College Workshop

College bound students and their parents may attend a FREE financial aid workshop by the College Foundation of North Carolina. Learn about:

1. Financial aid basics
2. How to Complete the FAFSA form
3. Grant Programs
4. College Loans and How To Use http://www.cfnc.org/ to Research Scholarships and Grants
5. Explore Career Opportunities
6. Apply Online for College Admissions and Financial Aid
7. Free Set-Up Assistance Using Library Computers

1 PM - Basic Personal Finance for Teens

Teens will learn the basic do's and don's of finance for the first years of college. Wendy McGill, Marine Federal Credit Union will lead the session which is structured to prepare teens for future financial success. She will share valuable financial information including establishing credit and the pitfalls of credit card debt.

For more information call the library at 910- 326- 4888 or visit Onslow County Public Library's website

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Posted by Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist on 01/23/2008 02:58 PM

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12 Comments on Swansboro, N C... Library Events January 20 - 26, 2008

JAN

2008

Cynthia, It's great that the library is hosting such useful seminars for the community.

The financial for teens is something all libraries or communities should look into hosting.....excellent idea and very much needed by today's young people.

Cynthia, the financial seminars for teens is invaluable. They're not taught this in the public schools and some parents are not good teachers themselves. That's just awesome!

Cynthia, I love the special presentations and exhibits that our library has and it's so nice to hear about yours!

Cynthia ~ When I was applying for college some 20 years ago, I wish these types of resources would've been available to me! The kids these days have so much more than we had. Good for them!

Cynthia this is good information you are sharing here. Sounds like your library is really offering some great topics. I'm sure those seminars will be helpful to a lot of people.

More and more, I am drawn to the really wonderful Localism posts we do here on AR. So when I need some inspiration, I know exactly whose to check out - yours! You should teach a class :)

Cynthia! There are days I really think they should give you the keys to the city!

JAN

2008

Cynthia - Terrific piece on your library, yes the library does have a lot to offer and you know I feel strongly about this.

Hi Jo,
They really do a good job meeting the needs of the people in the community.

Hello Linda,
I love that they are doing these seminars for teens, it is such an important topic that will impact them their entire lives.

Thanks Carole,
I love a library too, always have.

Hello Darleen,
I know, I just hope these young people and their parents take advantage of this wonderful service.

Hi Kimberly,
I know lots of people that could benefit from the financial seminar and that are not all teens! LOL

Jennifer B.
You are too kind. Thank you. I'm concentrating on my localism and hope to reach my potential clients as well as locals seeking information.

Hello Joan,
When they do, I'll let you know...I don't think you want to sit by the phone waiting for that call. LOL

Hi Jennifer F.
The resources are wonderful and there for the taking. So many people do not the amount of FREE information and resources available to them. Thanks.

JAN

2008

Hi Cynthia! My blog wants to be just like yours when it grows up! lol I've read a great many of your posts and have to tell you I think you do an excellent job educating others about your community. Your blog should be required reading for anyone moving to your area! Now I've got to get busy...my blog has some growing up to do!

JAN

2008

Hello Barbara,
Well, you and I just became great buddies! LOL! Seriously, I appreciate your kind words and I am working harder these days on my localism, still room for lots of improvement.

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