FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 7, 2023)

The holiday season is upon us! December is a busy month at the library, and we hope to share it with each of you.

Stop by the library’s booth at Feliz Navidad in Ferris, Saturday, Dec. 9. The event begins at 3 p.m. and ends at 7:30 p.m. Santa will be there for pictures, and please plan on staying for the parade of lights starting at 6:15 p.m., and the EDC fireworks show that is set to begin at 7 p.m.

On Tuesday, Dec. 12 we have adult and children’s holiday crafts planned.

And, Tuesday, Dec. 19 is Grinch Day at the library! More information to come or check our Facebook page.

Story Time is hosted every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Children are treated to stories, fun activities, and a snack. Before leaving, your child may choose a prize from the Treasure Chest to take home. 

After-School Game Time is held each Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Children can play the PS5 on the large screen in the meeting room, board games are also available.

NEW BOOKS: “Blessing of the Lost Girls” by J.A. Jance, “The Penitent Gun” by Rod Timanus, “The Fragile Threads of Power” by V.E. Schwab, “The Invisible Hour” by Alice Hoffman, “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” (Dewey 305) by Michael Lewis, and “Behind the Door: The Dark Truths and Untold Stories of the Cecil Hotel” (Dewey 364) by Amy Price.

HOLIDAY TRIVIA

Question: In what decade did the first Christmas stamp appear in the U.S.?

Answer: The 1960s. The U.S. Postal Service issued its first Christmas stamp in Pennsylvania in November 1962.

Question: Can you name three towns in the South with holiday-inspired names? 

Answer: Believe it or not, Christmas, Florida, Santa Claus, Georgia, and Mistletoe, Kentucky are all real towns! 

The library is located at 301 E. 10th St., across from Mutz Ballpark. Library staff may be reached at ferrislibrary@ferristexas.gov or (972) 544-2110, Option 9.