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The Storytime theme at the Van Zandt County Library for Friday Nov. 20^th was Fairy Tales.  The first book that Ms. Rhonda read was Little Bunny Foo Foo in which the good fairy was scolding the Little Bunny for bopping the forest animals on the head.  The second book was “Knight Fight” and the third book was titled “I am a Princess.”  During the craft the children were transformed into princes and princesses with crowns and princess hats.  

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The VZC library will be closed at noon Wednesday, Nov. 25, Thursday Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27.

The Show and Tell Genealogy Society meeting is at 2 p.m. Nov. 28.

It is time to decorate the library for Christmas Nov. 30.  Let staff know if you can help.

The Book Fair is Dec. 4 -5. We have lots of new books for sale at the library.

Dec. 4 is Storytime for preschoolers

Dec. 14 is Volunteer Appreciation Day
Please check Facebook, vanzandtlibrary.org, or call 903-567-4276 to find out what Library days and hours are.

The Christmas bow letters have gone out, and the names of donors will go up as they come in.  The Friends of the Library appreciate all who contribute to this annual affair that brings in the money that is used for children’s books.  Very popular titles have to be replaced often because children read the same favorite book many times. 

Randy Rhodes and Melisa Rhodes graciously hosted the wedding of their son, Ryan Rhodes, and Kaela Dennie at Serenity Springs Event Venue in Ben Wheeler.

The bride wore a long, lace strapless wedding gown and veil that was accented with pearls. 

She was escorted by her father, James Dennie.  

The bridal party wore long, formal, navy sweetheart strapless gowns. 

The bride carried a bouquet of fall colored roses and each of the bridesmaids carried smaller bouquets of the same fall colored roses. 

Maid of honor was Bethany Bengston. Bride’s maids were Madison Phillips, Jessica Rutledge of Canton and Desiree Dusang of Athens. 

Ushers for the bride’s family were Kyle Dennie of Canton and Gregory Merrill of Grand Prairie.

The groom wore a black western-style tux and his groomsmen wore white and navy paisley western shirts with navy silk wild rags and jeans. 

Canton Healthcare held a community cook out Nov. 13 at their 1661 S. Buffalo St. location. Local community service men and women were invited to attend.

Photo by Misty Stanberry

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Exit Realty PRO realty had a customer appreciation lunch Nov. 13 at its Canton office, 1445 S. Buffalo St.  The lunch was hosted by Mike and Debbie Murdock and their team.

Photo by Misty Stanberry

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The chilly weather and Friday the 13^th didn’t keep any of the children from Storytime Friday, Nov. 13 at the Van Zandt County Library. 

Special reader was Ms. Kitty, one of the librarians.  The books read were “Those Darn Squirrels” in which the audience helped Mr. Fookwire chase away the pesky squirrels.  “Fall Mixed Up” was the next book, which is a silly book full of mistakes about fall like “bears gather nuts and geese hibernate.”  The last one was titled “Leaf Man” and the craft was a ‘leaf man.’

Ms. Kitty read to the children at Storytime, Friday, Nov. 13.

The October visit for The Therapy Dogs of VZC to the VZC Library was "Dog Days Reading Program."
“We're looking forward to seeing everyone at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, as the library will be closed for Veterans Day for our November date,” said organizers.
The dogs will be dressed in their Christmas best in December and will have special holiday goodies for our readers. 

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From left,  Perla and Joe-Joe Partin, Pat and Hobo Hammond, Vickie and Ladybug Ragle,
Nancy and Boomer Szabo, Nancy and Beau Williamson and Kathy and Zoey Burkham participated at the VZCL Therapy Dog day.
 

During the Oct. 30 Storytime, Halloween was celebrated. Stories read included “Winnie the Witch,” and “The Night before Halloween.”  The children enjoyed the stories and the funny voices that Ms. Rhonda provided as she read them, said organizers.   

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The librarians at VZC Library dressed up as storybook characters for Halloween Storytime each year. This year Tonja Garten was “Winnie The Witch,”  Rhonda Adams is “Pete The Cat” and Kitty White is “Which Witch.” Storytime is held at the library each Friday morning at 10 a.m. at 317 First Monday Lane, Canton.

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The new Van Zandt County Library Advisory Board members serving a three year term are from left to right: Jack Evans, Beth Muse, Valerie Brimer, Kathryn Strickland, Dr. Jennifer Jones, Mimi Sherwin, and not pictured Ed Bailey.

New officers for the year are President, Russell Harris; Vice-President, Suezette Branton; and Secretary, Sandra Briley

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