Coming Together at the Library

            What is everyone talking about? The Calhoun County Library hosted several events in February that are the talk of the town! 

            On Thursday, February 15, 2024, we hosted “Gather -n- Blend.” This was a networking event that gave small businesses in Calhoun County a chance to get to know each other and to learn about the services they provide. The event had a good turnout with a variety of businesses being represented. Refreshments were served by Chef Whittaker Williams, a Le Cordon Bleu in France alumni and graduate of the Culinary Institute of Carolina at the University of South Carolina. Mr. Williams currently serves as the Child Nutrition Program Director at Calhoun County Public Schools. All small business representatives who attended enjoyed delicious hors d’oeuvres including lemon pepper wings, Philly cheesesteak sliders, Greek meatballs, salmon hush puppies, and much more while they exchanged business cards. Non-alcoholic drinks for the evening included a signature rosemary-blueberry smash along with other nutritional beverages.  This event brought together Calhoun County small business owners and introduced services in the community that may have been overlooked. Attendees were able to engage community members who are facing the same challenges and successes that all business owners experience, and hopefully, they found some common ground and inspiration. 

            After “Gather -n- Blend,” the library hosted “Coffee and Chat” on February 21, 2024. This event was an invitation for community members to get familiar with the Calhoun County Library employees, programs, and services! “Coffee and Chat” provided an opportunity for patrons to meet each employee and to learn what they do at the library and how dedicated they are in assisting the community. We offered tours of the library so that everyone could feel comfortable coming in and knowing where to look for materials.  We also signed up several patrons for new library cards! Attendees were able to explore the library and enjoy a delicious breakfast including blueberry muffins, cinnamon rolls, and breakfast casserole along with freshly brewed coffee or hot chocolate for the kids.  As luck would have it, during this event one of our biggest programs was taking place! Mother Goose on the Loose was abounding with children singing, dancing, and moving. The grand finale was bubbles in the library which was full of fun and excitement! Mother Goose on the Loose is every Wednesday of the month from 10:30 AM - 11 AM. With a total of over 50 people attending “Coffee and Chat,” we were able to showcase one of our programs for everyone to witness.

            The last few weeks have been busy here at the Calhoun County Library and we look forward to offering more events like these to engage with our supportive community!