Countdown 'til Christmas!

 It's looming closer . . .  and closer. . . and closer. . . and there are days when I think I'd rather just take the lump of coal and be done with it. This "being good" thing is annoying.

Thanks to all who helped with the "Vol Consolation Bowl!" It was really appreciated!

Congratulations to Gena! Our wonderful volunteer will be departing Bristol for warmer climes:  she landed a job in New Orleans! She should arrive in time for Mardi Gras, too.  Best wishes, Gena!  We'll certainly miss you! In the meantime, remember to direct patrons with Kindles and Nooks to Gena's Saturday workshop if they need help setting up their devices.

Freegal is up and running!  This is one of our new services in which patrons can download up to three songs a week for free.  To get to the site, you go to our website, click on "Resources" and then on "Freegal music" from the list at the left.  The direct link is http://www.bristol-library.org/resources/freegal-music  It's easy to do.  Give it a try!

We're posting favorite Christmas memories and recommendations at the Bookblog.  The first one is up already and we're anxious for more! (Yes, Avoca, that means you, too!) Rumor has it that Melon may make an appearance this week. Check it out:  http://bristol-library-bookblog.blogspot.com/ 

Happy Birthday!

(That's as close to Vol Orange as I could get!)

Harrison Gilley  December 17