Studies show that children who are read to in the home and who use the library perform better in school. September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the Brooke County Library and Follansbee Branch joins with the American Library Association and public libraries nationwide to make sure that[Read More…]
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Explore and Learn Storytime at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be holding an evening explore and learn storytime with Miss Kim on Thursday, Sept. 4, at 5 p.m. Children will enjoy a story and hands on activities. Limited spaces available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to register or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.
Free Craft Class for Adults at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding a craft class for adults on Thursday, Sept. 4, at 11 a.m. You will create Fall Window Cling Coasters. All materials will be provided.Limited space is available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to reserve your seat or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.
Holiday Hours at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day.
Hole In One at Highland Springs
Max Malinky hit a hole-in-one on the #8 hole at Highland Springs Golf Course Saturday, August 9. This was witnessed by Carter NeilsonMalinky is a Sophomore at Brooke High School and a member of the Golf Team.
Hope Scholarship Funding Available
First semester funding is available for students participating in the Hope Scholarship program to use for the 2025-26 academic year.“My office is excited to award our Hope families with these funds so they can begin finding the education that fits their child’s unique needs,” state treasurer Larry Pack said.“Participants now[Read More…]
WV Student Assessments Continue Positive Trend
West Virginia public school students are improving in English language arts (ELA), mathematics and science according to the most recent state assessment data. The West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) received results from the 2024-2025 student assessments during its meeting today in Charleston. These include the West Virginia General Summative[Read More…]
County Historical Museum and Culture Center Acquires New Items
The Brooke County Historical Museum and Culture Center has accumulated over 10,000 documented acquisitions. Recently, the museum has received Bethany High School composite pictures of graduating classes for the years 1934, 48, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67,[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower I have received some great feedback on recent articles herewith. “Dear Hettie, I really loved your information about spruce oil. I have now ordered some and look forward to trying it. I like you, believe it will bring back good family holiday memories as well. Thank[Read More…]
“Cook by the Book” Recipe Club
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Do you enjoy sampling and sharing new dishes with good company? Then join us at the Brooke County Public Library for Recipe Club!Every month will have a theme; you choose a recipe, make it up and bring it into the[Read More…]