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Morristown, TN
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Teen Book Club 2011
Werewolves and Vampires Halloween Party 2010
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The Teen Book Club News
Davis Homes Library is proud to be the recipients of round 4 of the American Library Association Great Stories Club for at-risk teens. We are the only organization in Tennessee that received round 4, and we are kicking this round of the Teen Book Club off with a bang!
Click the button on the left for descriptions of these awesome books we received from the ALA.
Hate List, by Jennifer Brown
Dope Sick, by Walter Dean Myers
The Brothers Torres, by Coert Voorheers
These thought provoking books are available to teens at no cost on a first come, first served basis...For more information on the Teen Book club, contact Teresa Lane at (423) 581-3413
Current members of the Teen Book Club will be featured in an upcoming Friends of the Library newsletter. Be sure to pick up a copy at your library!
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The Teen Book Club met on Oct. 25, 2010 at the library. The book discussed was Stuck in Neutral by Terry Trueman. The funds for three rounds of the book club, books and refreshments, were provided by the Ladies Book Club of Morristown. Seven teens attended the meeting. For more information on the Teen Book Club, inquire at the library circulation desk. 
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Davis Homes Library / Morristown Hamblen Library
combined
Online renew/reserve materials catalog!
On Wednesday, September 8th, the library broke out of its walls.
Everything except the books will now be accessible online. And we even have some books online too!
Thanks to the Greater Federated Women's Clubs, the library has installed a new computer system that allows you to access your account and a complete list of the library materials from anywhere with Internet access.
You can search the catalog to find a book, place a reserve on it, and then be notified by phone, e-mail or text. All you need is your library card number and your telephone number. You can check your account to see what you have out, renew any overdue items, or even ask the library to order something they don't have.
This new system makes it easy and convenient for you to keep track of your library materials from the comfort of your home or phone 24 hours a day. Even the e-books can be checked out at home through the READS program.
The Davis Homes Library was the proud recipient of
Round 3 of the Great Stories Club grant.
We received this grant from the American Library Association in cooperation with Oprah's Angel Network.
There have been two book club meetings, which are for at-risk teens, held in the library so far this year and the last book club meeting will be held on May 13 in the library.
The book being discussed is One of Those Hideous Books Where The Mother Dies, by Sonya Sones
(Simon & Schuster, 2005).
Copies of the book are available on a first come,
first served basis.
The Great Stories CLUB website at:
http://www.ala.org/ala/aboutala/offices/ppo/programming/greatstories/club.cfm
Civil War reenactors who showed up in period costumes to read books from the NEH More Perfect Union Bookshelf for Story Time during the 2010 Summer Reading Program.
Declaring Independence, Sabrina Mc, Lindsey T. and Hayley T. are shown with the book, Declaring Independence: The Origin and Influence of America’s Founding Document edited by Christian Y. Dupont.
Sabrina Mc. is shown with the book, Lincoln Shot: A President’s Life Remembered by Barry Denenberg, she is wearing a Civil War era ballgown and a snood.
Some of the magnificent themed books National Endowment for the Humanities made available to Davis Homes Library and which are available to schools, organizations and patrons in the community.
Million Minute Challange 2009 Update... One More Chance Come in and check out books and movies
Special Recognition: 
Slavery wasn't the only cause.
Discover Historical Landmarks
Davis Homes Library
Takes the Million Minute Family Challenge
Family game night will be held as usual
on Thursdays from 5-6 PM. What's new?
Davis Homes Library will be taking part in
the 2009 Million Minute Family Challenge
and library patron, Jill Love will be leading
the library team in meeting our goal
of playing games for 2200 minutes.
(September 17 through December 31, 2009).
*** Check out the new photos
at the link to the left: Game Night 09 ***
The purpose of the Million Minute Family Challenge
is to provide a simple, but fun way for family and
friends to enjoy the benefits of
board games and card games.
For more information:
http://www.millionminute.com/
Congratulations, Family Game Night participants! The Davis Homes Library team of gamers beat their goal of playing games for 2200 minutes from Sept. to Dec. 2009 by a whopping 396 minutes. Our total as of Dec. 2009 was 2596 minutes, for an average of about 186 minutes of devoted game play per week. Thanks to our team leader, Jill Love!
In the News !
Comic Book
"Comic Book Proves Meth Abuse is no
Laughing Matter"
Watch Live at Five at Four WBIR Knox, TN
news coverage 
Click image to view pdf file
Do you love your radio station?
the music, the news, emergency broadcasts...
Do you love getting your music for free?
Click the "Save Free Radio" image
Find out why it's in danger and
what you can do.
Grave's End: A True Ghost Story,
Grave's End was an interestingly horrifying book.
A woman wrote it based on her personal experiences
with the entities in her own home. It was about a
family moving into a haunted house. At first, I thought
it would be like all stories starting out like that.
But the characters and what was happening to them,
and continued to happen to them for years, were so
frightening. I'd leave my light on when I went to bed
at night after reading a few chapters.
It really makes you take time to think and wonder about
the afterlife and question whether or not it's real.
If you want a good scare and a book that keeps you
reading, this is a good book for you.
Review by library patron, Terri G.
Open Season, by Linda Howard.
I have never laughed so much in my whole life!
This is the best book and I got it at the
Davis Homes Library."
Review by library patron, Mildred L.
I just read A Highlander's Stolen Bride,
by Melanie George.
It's about a half English and half Scottish
lord, who's stong, sexy, and handsome...and
every woman's dream. A must read for every
woman, so you know your dreams can come true.
Review by library patron, Donna C.
With all activities, for details or pre-registration call:
Librarian: Teresa Lane 423/581-3413
Great Stories Book Club
Must preregister and call ahead so we'll
have plenty of refreshments.
Basic Computer Skills Workshop
Advanced Computer Skills Workshop
Time: 9:00am - 11:00a
Every Wednesday
Storytime @ 3:30pm !!
Every Thursday
Chess Club
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whether you're a master or would just like to learn how to play, you're invited to come have a good time with us. We have a mixed group of all ages and genders, and would love to have more people play.
Show up and give us an excuse to buy more boards!
Every Friday
Movie Night 
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
To find out what Hollywood blockbusters are playing...simply give us a call at (423) 581-3413!
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Remember Movie Night
the way it was??
Click the Directors' chair to read up on
some awesome movie reviews !! 
Activities in the Making:
Coin Collecting Workshop!
Guest Speaker, Tom Shupe of the local Coin Club.
Day and time "to be announced". 
Special Recognition:
Volunteer of the Year 2010
Charles Arthur Burningham.
Charles Burningham, valued library volunteer and a truegentleman passed away on February 5th, 2010. Charles served Davis Homes Library with distinction, adding a touch of class with his gentle presence, helpful attitude and low key sense of humor.
Charles assisted with many projects including helping set up
our new computer system from 2005-2006. One of the most helpful things Charles did was come in at 2:00 a.m. on many occasions so that he could enter new materials on the library's circulation computer. Charles even enlisted his wonderful wife, Faye, to help the library, and they both took on the enormous job
of organizing the office and circulation desk, to improve
efficiency at the library.
Special Recognition:
Outstanding Volunteer of the Year 2009
Wesley M.,
Outstanding Volunteer of the Year
by the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary
for his work on One More Chance,
the anti-drug comic book created earlier this year
by the Meth Free TN after school program,
which met afternoons at Davis Homes Library.
Wesley, who served as co-writer and featured artist
was teen coordinator of the project.
He will be honored in November with a check
and a banquet to honor his valued service
as a volunteer. Wesley is the son of Kathy R.
Special Recognition:
Patron/Volunteer of the Year 2009
Paula M.,
Library Assistant, Davis Homes Library
Term: March 2006-March 2009. Paula served the library with
distinction for three years and is very much missed!
She assisted with many projects including: multiple summer
reading programs, Dr. Seuss Month, Jeans Decorating
Workshops, and a fashion show! Paula also served as
mentor/ adviser for our American Library Association
Great Stories Book Club for two rounds.
Paula helped create Meth Madness-- A Giant Board Game, Red
and the Green Trivia-a library Christmas Game, and served
as an artist on One More Chance-an original Comic Book
created at our library.
Patron comment by Terri G: Paula is a sweet and dedicated woman. During her time at the library she brightened the lives of others and accomplished great things. I remember her always busy and ready to help in any way she could. Also we had a lot of fun and she was really serious about the Meth Free Tennessee Program. She helped with a lot of activities such as that and others. She's a wonderful woman and brought so much joy to the library. She truly deserves Patron of the Year.
Special Recognition:
Patron, Art Contest Winner 
Josiah G.
Congratulations to patron and local artist, Josiah G.,
who was selected as one of 12 winners in a
Housing America Campaign Art Contest.
His art was selected to represent February in Housing America
Campaign's 2009 calendar. Josiah was also presented with a
proclamation by Morristown's mayor, Sammie Barille.
He was also presented with a Savings Bond by Marilyn Medley,
the Executive Director of Morristown Housing Authority.
Special Recognition:
Patron (and Volunteer) of the Year 2008 
December A.
December was a member of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Roundtable Discussion on the Principles of Non-Violence- How to Make Our Community the Beloved Community held in January of 2008 at Davis Homes Library. December also facilitated the Meth Free TN Afterschool Program 2007-2008 and was a co-creator of Meth Madness, A Giant Board Game. December coached the board game, Meth Madness, which premiered during spring break March 31st-April 4th.
December was honored for her service with a Gold President's
Service Award presented to her by Congressman David Davis at a banquet held on May 3rd.
Special Recognition:
Patron (and Volunteer) of the Year 2007 
Roseanna G.
Roseanna was Teen Facilitator for
the Meth Free TN afterschool program and she
also coordinated the Meth Free TN Fashion show
at College Square Mall June 2007.
Roseanna taught Art Class on Fridays and
participated in Storytimes on Wednesdays
and Teen Movie Night on Tuesday nights.
Thanks Roseanna for all that you do!
You are an asset as a volunteer and
patron at Davis Homes Library!
Special Recognition:
The Davis Homes Library received
Prestigious Award
from the
National Endowment for the Humanities
for its display and promotion of
'We The People'
Becoming American bookshelf program
Special Recognition:
Outstanding Volunteer 
Mark Seals
receives special recogniton for
creating the "We The People" Collection Display
Good Work Mark !!!
Special Recognition:
Patron (and Volunteer) of the Year 2006 
Aaron B.
Thanks for manning the circulation desk and most especially
for your dedication to encouraging literacy in children, as an
exceptional volunteer here at Davis Homes Library.
Special Recognition:
NEH Bookshelf Awarded to Davis Homes Library
The Davis Homes Library received a bookshelf grant from the
National Endowment for the Humanities on April, 7th, 2006.
The grant came in the form of a collection of books
called, We the People, Becoming American and is valued
at approximately $200.00.
This bookshelf was awarded to only 2,000 libraries in the
country in 2006.
Special Recognition: 
An eternal candle burns for Nancy. 
In recognition of 12 years of hard work and dedication
as an exceptional Librarian here at Davis Homes Library.
Thank you Nancy! 
Thank you volunteers for the help
with painting our bookdrop box!! 
