FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (October 27, 2022)

Early voting continues at the Ferris Public Library, 301 E. 19th St., Ferris, TX 75125. Voting hours are Oct. 26 – 28, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 29, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 30, 1 – 7 p.m.; Oct. 31 – Nov. 4, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. On Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8, polls will be open from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Ferris ISD has posted a Public Notice of Election here at the library. If you want to learn more about this Bond Election, please stop by to see our community’s needs for the future.

NEW BOOKS: “Desperation in Death” by J.D. Robb, “Sunburst: Sky King Ranch #2” by Susan May Warren, “Suspects” by Danielle Steel, “Treasure State” by C.J. Box, “Beneath the Bending Skies” by Jane Kirkpatrick, “Mad Honey” by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan, and “Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt.

WORD OF THE WEEK: Chitchat (CHIT-chat): Friendly conversation about things that are not very important. Small talk, like discussing the weather or weekend plans, can be an important social tool. Chitchat usually makes people feel happier and often deepens connections, while building trust.