Sometimes called NaNoWriMo for short, November is National Novel Writing Month! Since the start, people have been answering the call to pick up their beloved pens and paper, typewriters, keyboards, and more. Amateur and experienced writers, fiction and non-fiction, have challenged themselves with goals, writing prompts, and even try to write a whole novel in 30 days! Want to participate? No need to join a group or buy a how-to book or anything. Just grab your preferred writin

To get started, you must be a resident of WV to receive a free card. 18 & Older You need a valid State/Federal ID or Passport If your ID is invalid, you will need additional proof of residency items. See a staff member for more info. Ages 5- 17 Parent or Legal Guardian must be present with applicant We encourage the parent/guardian to have their own card, but it is not required. Parent will sign off on card usage and accept responsibility Do you live out of state? No biggie.

Grover from Sesame Street has his birthday today! So today, Big Bird would love your help in doing something special to make Grover smile. It would be really nice if you would sign his birthday card. Last month, they celebrated the 55th anniversary of The Monster at the End of This Book and the animated special inspired by the classic story, while also spotlighting new ways to play, listen, and connect with Sesame Street friends. Come on in and check the book out!

Looking for a delicious dish and story? Look no further! This October, we're making Sausage and Fresh Spinach White Lasagna from Jennifer L Hart's cozy mystery Murder Al Dente, a Southern Pasta Shop story. Let's get started... Ingredients- (Serves 8) 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy) 2 1/2 cups Alfredo sauce 2 cups part-skim ricotta cheese 1 egg white 9 cups fresh baby spinach 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (or sever

As part of OverDrive's ongoing commitment to providing secure access to our library's digital resources, OverDrive will soon require users to enter a PIN or password in addition to a library card. Traditionally, PIN #s were also used for the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC - aka Card Catalog online) & ABC Mouse Access. Now, if you use our Libby and Kanopy Access, you will need to have a PIN after the middle of next month (October 2026). If you have an active PIN, we will N

Welcome back to another edition of Inside the Library! We're continuing to highlight sections and resources available at Brooke County Public Library (Wellsburg) and Follansbee Public Library that you may have missed. The library is so much more than just checking out a book from the first shelft you see. Do you ever need to use a desktop computer but don't have one at home these days? Maybe your printer is on the fritz or you ran out of that last Microsoft Office free trial

Ace the GED® Test with EBSCO LearningExpress! Free access for WV residents through WVInfoDepot.org. EBSCO LearningExpress® offers interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books and flashcards to help you prepare for the official GED® test and improve your academic skills in these core areas: Language Arts Math Science Social Studies Practice tests also include instant score reports for questions, and sample responses and a scoring guide for the essay. You’ll also master the c

It's a perfect day to grab your e-reader of choice and download a new story! E-books are so fun to indulge in because they offer limitless possibilities. With so many huge catalogues these days, it's hard to skip a day of reading just because you can't find anything to read. We can read online or on our favorite apps, and it's a wonderful thing! Even though printed books are still beloved and rightfully so, it's a great day to embrace E-books and their many, many options. To

Hungry again for a great read and a great recipe? We always are! This September, we're making Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Topping from Stone Bridges by Carla Neggers. Let's get started.... Ingredients - Potatoes- 3 cups sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed 1/2 cup whole milk 3/4 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla 4 oz. melted butter 1/2 tsp salt 2 eggs, beaten Topping- 3 tbsps butter 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup brown sugar (light) 1/3 cup all purpose flour Instructions- Potatoes Butter a

Did you know that your library card can unlock access to the LearningExpress Library Database? Organized into targeted learning centers, this e-resource supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass a high school equivalency test, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen and much more. Learning centers contain practice tests, interactive tutorials, e-books, articles and flashcar

10/15/26 5:30-6:30pm WV Author Pete Kavadas Most Unlikely to Succeed River Room - Main Library Location in Wellsburg https://www.brookecountylibs.org/events

You might have a garden, and you might want to know what your next steps are for a viable garden next year. Visit WVU's Seed Saving Basics & Seed Saving for additional information, and read through the info and images below for further help! How Long Do Seeds Last? (Seed Viability Chart) Courtesy of homesteadandchill.com How to Ferment Tomato Seeds Courtesy of CanningCrafts.com How to Save Your Pepper Seeds Courtesy of Urbantomato.ca Canning Help! Visit the WVU Site for more

Welcome back to our library exploration posts! We're sharing little spots in our libraries you might not know about or might not appreciate. This June, we're showcasing our Honor Shelves. No, the shelves are not in honor of anyone or anything. They work on the honor system, so let's learn a little more about them. The honor shelves allow people to "check out" items and not have to use a library card. These items are borrowed with no time limit! Just let the workers at the des

Last Thursday, August 13, 2026, the Director and a board member handed out a few hundred books, 140+ gun locks courtesy of the VA Vets, and much more at the Brooke County Schools Back-to-School Bash. According to the BOE, there were well over 700 in attendance! If you missed it, don't worry! The BOE Office still has items. Request what you need from your student's school, and the school will contact the office to have items sent to the school. That way you don't have to rush

Ready for another round of great reading and a recipe? We sure are! Today we're making Pulled Pork Rolls (Sliders) from Jenny Colgan's novel Summer at the Little Beach Street Bakery ! Let's get started... We're changing it up a little and using the word direct from the book/author- These are perfect for picnics. There's about a million ways to make pulled pork: as long as it's cooked long enouhg to be gorgeously tender, it doesn't really matter. I just use the simplest - I bu

9/10/26 5-6pm WV Author & State Senator Ryan Weld The Foundations of Wellsburg River Room - Main Library Location in Wellsburg https://www.brookecountylibs.org/events

Our Seed Library is finally up and running! For more info, visit our page!

Today is National Book Lovers Day! August 9th every year we celebrate reading and those who love it! The start and origins of this little unofficial holiday are largely unknown. But it is shared frequently on social media either as a reason to share your current read, stop at a bookstore, or even to start a book club. Why not grab a great read today or maybe check out an ebook? We don't need an excuse to spend the day reading but won't turn one down either of course...

Ever wonder about library cards? Well, we have some history for you!

Welcome back! We're ready to share another fun and easy recipe from one of our favorite reads this July! We're making Maami's Buckeyes from Amanda Flower's Cozy Mystery Peanut Butter Panic , an Amish Candy Shop series novel. Let's get started... Ingredients- 1 stick softened butter 1 1/2 cups peanut butter 1 pound powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla 12 oz pack of chocolate chips Instructions- Blend butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar well. Roll into balls and chill overnight. Melt