Glencairn September 2018

HOW TO CELEBRATE READ A BOOK DAY
Read a Book Day comes to us every September 6 th . It may seem strange
to celebrate an activity that plenty of us enjoy many, if not most, days
of the year. But it never hurts to indulge in something extra to make a
cherished activity more enjoyable. You can read outside, enjoy a snack,
reflect on what a favorite book means to you and more. Here are five
ideas to celebrate Read a Book Day.
Read Outside
Read a Book Day fortunately coincides with a time of year that for much
of the globe brings pleasant weather. Late summer often provides the
right amount of sun and heat, begging a reader to bring books outside.
Granted, that’s a bit difficult for those of us who have to spend prime
daylight hours at work or in school, but you can always sneak some
reading time in the early morning, late afternoon or evening. Take your
book to the beach, an outdoor table, the porch or anywhere else that
makes your day of reading a little more special.
Enjoy a Book With Good Food (or a Drink)
C.S. Lewis said that “Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine
admirably.” We might take this as a cue for our own Read a Book Day
celebration. There are some things to consider, though. I, for one, traditionally
have trouble finding the right food to eat while reading (fruit like
grapes and strawberries wet my fingers and the pages and large meals
involving fork and knife make holding the book open unwieldy). But for
Read a Book Day, I might put those past failures behind me. Baked goods
like cookies and pastries make for great company, while coffee and tea
are always enhancements to a good story. Heck, it’s the summer. You
might even celebrate the day with a glass of wine or a special cocktail.
Share a Quote or Reflection on Social Media
Many a book goes unread because it gets lost in the noise. It can be
hard to know what’s worth our attention in the dizzying selection of
books we have available and one of the most important resources we
have as readers is a good recommendation. You can celebrate reading
by excerpting a favorite quote from a book and sharing it on Facebook
or Twitter. If you want to go the extra mile, dress up a favorite title for
a photo on Instagram and caption it with why it means something to
you. Picking the right book intimidates more people than you think
and you never know who you’re helping and who might add your
recommendation to their reading list.
Go Outside of Your Typical Selection Habits
Some readers want to own their books and love bookstores. Some readers
prefer the different selection and freedom of a library. Others prefer shopping
online. All of these habits are great, but it can be rewarding to try something
new. Does your community have a used bookstore? There’s a lot that might
surprise you, especially if you’re used to going to Barnes & Noble. Do you
like to shop online for books? There are plenty of places where you can get
old, unusual, rare or interesting editions that the major vendors won’t have.
Plus, it always pays to visit your local library. A little difference can go a long
way in reminding you of the wide cultural world of books.
Ask Someone for a Recommendation
Celebrating books goes the other way, too. It’s always good to make
something solitary, like reading, more social. A good way to do this is to
reach out to someone who could give you a recommendation. People
are always happy to share their favorite titles and it’s a nice way to
reconnect with someone over books. After all, a book’s very purpose
is to connect us better to the world in the first place.
Source: https://blog.bookstellyouwhy.com/how-to-celebrate-read-a-book-day
LIBRARY NEWS
KATHERINE TYRA (BEAR CREEK) PUBLIC LIBRARY
16719 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084, 281-550-0885
Our hours are: Monday - 1 PM - 8 PM,
Tuesday/Thursday - 10 AM - 6 PM, Wednesday -10 AM - 8 PM,
Friday - 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday - 10 AM - 5 PM.
LIBRARY CLOSED:
Labor Day Holiday, Monday, September 3 rd
• WELLNESS CLUB - Tuesday, September 4 th and 18 th , 1 PM. Join us for
our new Wellness Club! We will discuss topics related to healthy living
and share our experiences with each other. Learn from your neighbors
about how you can strive to stay well!
• SPECIAL TEEN PROGRAMS - Wednesday, September 5 th and 19 th ,
6 PM and Monday, September 24 th , 4:30 PM. Want to meet some new
friends and have a great time? Come to our special teen events! Topics
still TBD. Call the library for more information.
• POKÉMON CLUB AT CLAY’S RESTAURANT - 1 st Thursday of the
month, 4:30 PM. All school age children are invited to come and bring
their Pokémon Cards or Nintendo DS for this event. We ask that parents
remain at Clay’s for the duration of the program. We hope to see you
there! Clay’s Restaurant is located at
17717 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084.
• GAME NIGHT AT CLAY’S RESTAURANT - 1 st Thursday of the month,
6 PM, 17717 Clay Rd., Houston, TX 77084. Bring the whole family to play
games with us at Clay’s Restaurant! We will have several board games
to play or bring your own!
• FALL VEGETABLE GARDENING - Saturday, September 8 th , 2 PM. Come
learn how to grow a vibrant vegetable garden in the fall from Master
Gardener Teresa See. She will bring expert advice from her gardening
experience. She is a speaker with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
and can help answer your vegetable gardening questions.
• PASSPORT SERVICES - Mondays, September 10 th and 27 th , 12 PM to
6:30 PM. Come to the library to apply for your passport or renew one.
The person receiving the passport must be present. Call the District
Clerk’s Office at 832-927-5690 to make an appointment or for more
information. Walk-ins are also accepted.
• WRITERS’ WORKSHOP WITH HOUSTON WRITERS GUILD “CREATING
TENSION” - Saturday, September 22 nd , 10:30 AM-12 PM. Come to the
library to develop your writing skills with excellent advice from the
Houston Writers Guild! Today the focus will be on creating tension. Fine
tune your work with these tips for a more captivating piece.
• FIRST TIME HOME BUYING SEMINAR - Saturday, September 22 nd , 1:30
PM. Come to this free seminar to learn the basic steps when buying a new
home. The prequalification process, inspections and appraisals and more.
• SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNING FOR BOOMERS - Saturday,
September 29 th , 10 AM. Come to hear financial planner Karin Tyson
explain how to get the most out of Social Security. Bring your questions!
She will discuss Social Security’s many aspects. You will learn
five important factors & strategies to consider when deciding to apply
for benefits, including:
When it makes sense to delay benefits-and when it does not
Why you should always check your earnings record for accuracy
How to estimate your benefits
Innovative strategies for coordinating benefits with your spouse
How to minimize taxes on Social Security benefits
How to coordinate Social Security with your other forms
of retirement income.
22 September 2018 | Community Newsletter