The Rockwall County Library will be closed December 23-25 for the Christmas holiday and December 31 and January 1st for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
December 21
Today is the winter solstice and the annual celebration of short story day.
Resources for Job Seekers
Ancowitz, Nancy. Self-Promotion for Introverts: The Quiet Guide to Getting Ahead. Finkle, Jane. The Introvert's Complete Career Guide: From Landing a Job, to Surviving, Thriving, and Moving on Up. Krannick, Ronald. Job Interview Tips For Overcoming Red Flags. Husain, Mischal. The Skills: From First Job to Dream Job. Siegel, Ian. Get Hired Now: How to … Continue reading Resources for Job Seekers
Stay Safe Online
Most of us like the convenience of shopping online. In 2020, over two billion people made digital purchases. Online retail grows higher each year but growth was particularly robust during the pandemic year. Rising e-retail sales incur, however, more opportunities for cyber criminals. According to the National Cybersecurity Alliance, here are some things you can … Continue reading Stay Safe Online
Best Books of 2021
Photo by RODNAE Productions from Pexels Since December is "Read a New Book Month," why not choose a new book to read from one of these "best" book lists? Book Page--Book page editor picks the best books of 2021. Good Reads--GoodReads Choice Awards of 2021. Guardian--Best books of the year according to the Guardian news agency. Kirkus--Best fiction … Continue reading Best Books of 2021
De-Stress Fest
Need some rest and relaxation during the hectic holiday season? Participate in the De-Stress Fest at Rockwall County Library. When: December 15-18, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday evening and all afternoon on Saturday. Wed 4:30-5:30pm Thurs 4:30-7:30pm Fri 3:30-4:30pm Sat 10:30am-3:30pm Where: Look for stress-busting stations throughout the library, in the library patio, or balcony. How: Grab … Continue reading De-Stress Fest
New CloudLibrary Service
To access the CloudLibrary service, go to yourcloudlibrary.com Login with location and library card # (no spaces). CloudLibrary apps available for android, Apple, or Kindle Fire. Titles can be read or listened to in a Windows browser. 21 day loans (can be returned early) To find additional digital books (Overdrive/Libby, E-Read Texas, and more) https://www.rockwallcountytexas.com/569/Downloadable-eBooks
Bibliotheca CL coming soon!
Bibliotheca is coming soon to Rockwall County Library.
Book Review: Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy
A searing novel by acclaimed novelist, Charlotte McConaghy, Migrations explores the topics that daunt humankind.
Need career direction?
Gain work experience by finding work-based learning like apprenticeships, on-the-job training, internships, and mentorships. Find an internship, https://www.txinternshipchallenge.com/vosnet/Default.aspx Find an apprenticeship, https://www.apprenticeship.gov/apprenticeship-job-finder For more information, look for these titles at Rockwall County Library. Blanchard, Kenneth. One-Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor. Morgan, Genevieve. Undecided: Navigating Life and Learning After High School. … Continue reading Need career direction?