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FEBRUARY 2015
YORK COUNTY LIBRARY NEWS & EVENTS
Library tax form supply extremely limited
Only forms 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ provided; No instructions, State publications available
Once again, York County Library will provide printed tax forms
from the IRS on a first-come, first-served basis. This year continues the recent trend of both the Federal and State governments
emphasizing more electronic filing and fewer paper forms. No
State forms or instructions will be sent to libraries.
The library received a message from the IRS stating that IRS appropriations were significantly cut in the 2015 Omnibus Appropriations bill recently passed by Congress. For this filing season,
York County Libraries will receive only Forms 1040, 1040A, and
1040EZ, in limited supplies.
No instruction booklets for Forms 1040, 1040A and 1040EZ will
be available through libraries. Copies of instructions and forms
are available through:
• IRS.gov/forms: to view and download
• IRS.gov/orderforms: to order tax products to be delivered
by mail
• 1-800-829-3676: to order tax products to be delivered by
mail
As a courtesy, we ask that you only take the forms and instructions you need personally, not for others. With so few printed
materials being sent, we cannot guarantee availability of any
pre-printed form or instruction book. For those who want to
print their own forms and instructions, electronic copies will be
available for printing at a cost per page.
Need help preparing your taxes? Get free assistance at these sites
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
(VITA) Program provides free tax
preparation assistance for people who
qualify at these local sites:
• Rock Hill City Hall Wellness Cen-
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ter, 155 Johnston St., Rock Hill:
Open Mondays, Wednesdays, and
Thursdays, Jan. 26–Apr. 15, 9 a.m.–
4:30 p.m.
Rock Hill Galleria Mall, 2301 Dave
Lyle Blvd., Rock Hill: Open Satur-
days, Feb. 7–28, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
these local sites:
plex, 971 Tom Hall St., Fort Mill:
Open Saturdays, Feb. 7–28, 10 a.m.–
12:30 p.m.
Clover Public Library, 107 Knox St.,
Clover: Open Saturdays, Feb. 7–28,
10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Rock Hill Adult Education Center:
• Leroy Springs Recreation Com-
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AARP provides free tax assistance and
preparation through Apr. 15 for taxpayers with low-to-moderate income at
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1234 Flint St. Ext., Rock Hill: Open
Wednesdays, 12–5 p.m.
Clover Public Library: 107 Knox St.,
Clover: Open Tuesdays, 10 a.m.–2
p.m., and Thursdays, 1–5 p.m.
Fort Mill Public Library: 1818 Second Baxter Crossing, Fort Mill:
Open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9
a.m.–5 p.m.
Calendar of events
Closing Notice
All York County Libraries will be closed
Monday, Feb. 16, for staff training.
Preschool Story Time: Story time for
3-5-year-olds and their caregivers. No
registration required.
• Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Main Library,
Rock Hill
• Wednesdays, 10-10:45 & 11-11:45 a.m.,
Fort Mill Public Library, & 10:30-11:15 a.m.,
Clover, Lake Wylie, & York Public Libraries
Once Upon a Lap: Stories, songs, finger
plays, movement activities and play time
for babies 23 months and under and
their caregivers.
• Tuesdays, Jan. 6-Feb. 10, 9:15-10 a.m.,
Main Library, Rock Hill. Call 981-5888 to
register. Limit 25.
• Tuesdays, Jan. 13-Feb. 17, 10-10:35 & 1111:35 a.m., Fort Mill Public Library. Call
547-4114 to register. Limit 20.
• Tuesdays, Feb. 3-24, 10:30-11 a.m., Lake
Wylie Public Library. Call 831-7774 to
register. Limit 12.
Toddler Time: Stories, songs, finger
plays and movement activities for children 24-35 months and their caregivers.
• Wednesdays, Jan. 7-Feb. 11, 10:30-11:15
a.m., Main Library, Rock Hill. Call 981-5888
to register. Limit 25.
• Thursdays, Jan. 22-Feb. 26, 10-10:35 &
11-11:35 a.m., Fort Mill Public Library. Call
547-4114 to register. Limit 25.
Itty-Bitty Bookworms: Stories, songs,
finger plays and movement activities
for children 35 months and under and
their caregivers. Mondays, Jan. 26-Mar. 2,
4:30-5:15 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill. Call
981-5888 to register. Limit 25.
The Arts of the Harlem Renaissance:
Learn about this culturally-significant period in African-American history and create
crafts based on the works of well-known
artists of the movement. Ages 11-17. Call
981-5830 to register. Limit 25. Mon., Feb. 2,
4:30-6 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
February 2015
Book Clubs for Adults: Discuss great
books with other book lovers. Register to
reserve a copy of the book.
• Tue., Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m., York Public
Library. “Moon Over Edisto” by Beth Webb
Hart. Call 684-3751 to register.
• Thu., Feb. 5, 5:45-6:45 p.m., York Public
Library. “The Good Lord Bird” by James
McBride. Call 684-3751 to register.
• Mon., Feb. 9, 1-3 p.m., Fort Mill Public
Library. “Founding Mothers” by Cokie
Roberts. Call 547-4114 to register.
• Tue., Feb. 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Fort
Mill Public Library. “Where’d You Go
Bernadette” by Maria Semple. Call 5474114 to register.
• Thu., Feb. 19, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Clover
Public Library. “The Night Circus” by Erin
Morgenstern. Call 222-3474 to register.
• Thu., Feb. 19, 2-4 p.m., Main Library,
Rock Hill. “Necessary Lies” by Diane
Chamberlain. Call 981-5847 to register.
• Thu., Feb. 19, 3-5 p.m., Fort Mill Public
Library. “Heat: An Amateur’s Adventures
as Kitchen Slave, Line Cook, Pasta-Maker,
and Apprentice ...” by Bill Buford. Call 5474114 to register.
• Thu., Feb. 26, 2-3:30 p.m., Main Library,
Rock Hill. “My Invented Country” by Isabel
Allende. Call 981-5847 to register.
Art-Rageous Books: Books inspire our
own unique creations! Miss Amy supplies
the materials, and you supply the creativity! Ages 6-8. No registration required.
Tue., Feb. 3, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Main Library,
Rock Hill
Naturopathic Approach to Healthy
Living: Explore the digestive system and
its role in breaking down and utilizing
food for health and energy, as well as
herbs that help with digestive issues.
• Tue., Feb. 3, 6-7 p.m., Lake Wylie Public
Library. Call 831-7774 to register.
• Mon., Feb. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Main Library,
Rock Hill. Call 981-5845 to register.
Fiction Frenzy: Hear about 5-star chapter books from Miss Amy and other kids
and participate in fun group activities,
including author Skype visits! Ages 9-11.
No registration required. Thu., Feb. 5,
4:30-5:30 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Lunch and Learn: Bring a bag lunch and
enjoy poet Derick Burleson’s discussion
of his Peace Corps experience in Rwanda
and his poetry’s roots in the culture and
place where he lived. He will also read a
selection of his poems. Drinks and cookies provided. Call 981-5845 to register.
Co-sponsored by Winthrop University’s Global Learning
Initiative and the Peace, Justice, and Conflict Resolution
Studies Program and the York Technical College English
Department. Support for this project is provided by the Arts
Council of York County Small Grants, the John and Susan
Bennett Memorial Arts Fund of the Coastal Community
Foundation of SC, and the SC Arts Commission, which received funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Fri., Feb. 6, 12-1 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Help
select materials for the Young Adult
Collection and plan events for teens. Volunteer time given for participation. Ages
11-17. No registration required. Tue., Feb.
9, 4:30-6 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Lego Afternoon: Enjoy open Lego builds,
challenges, and Lego video games! Ages
11-17. Call 981-5830 to register. Limit 20. Tue.,
Feb. 10, 4:30-6 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Cupid’s Celebration: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with stories, snacks, and creative gifts you can make for your friends,
family, or someone special! Ages 6-8. Call
222-3474 to register. Limit 15. Tue., Feb.
10, 5-6 p.m., Clover Public Library
When I Grow Up: Join us for stories,
songs and crafts about what you want to
be when you grow up. Ages 11 and under, accompanied by adult. Call 981-5888
to register. Limit 30 per session. Tue., Feb.
10, 6-7 p.m., & Sat., Feb. 14, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.,
Main Library, Rock Hill
Valentine’s Day Fun: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with stories, games and crafts.
Ages 6-8. Call 547-4114 to register. Limit 24.
Wed., Feb. 11, 4-5 p.m., Fort Mill Public Library
Chess Club: Play chess in a relaxed atmosphere. Don’t know how to play? This
is your chance to learn! Ages 11-17. No
registration required. Thu., Feb. 12, 4-5:45
p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
February 2015
Library Board Meeting: The monthly
meeting is open to the public. Thu., Feb.
12, 5-6 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Family Story Time: Hugs and Kisses:
Join us for stories about love and friendship, and make some Valentines for your
friends! Ages 11 and under, accompanied
by adult. Call 684-3751 to register. Limit 20.
Thu., Feb. 12, 5-6 p.m., York Public Library
Friends of the Library Book Sale: Find
bargains on books, DVDs, audiobooks,
and more. Feb. 12-14, St. John XXIII Center
at the Oratory, 434 Charlotte Ave, Rock Hill
• Preview Sale for Friends members: Thu.,
Feb. 12, 4-7 p.m. Memberships start at $15.
• Public Sale: Fri., Feb. 13, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., &
Sat., Feb. 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday is halfprice day!
Anime Club: Washi Tape Creations: Join
other fans to view and discuss anime and
manga, share your work, and create unique
items using washi tape. Appropriate cosplay is welcome. Ages 11-17. Call 981-5830
to register, starting Feb. 3. Limit 20. Tue.,
Feb. 17, 4:30-6 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Chocolate Wars: Use M&M’s in a sorting
race, candy bars in shuffleboard, and Kisses
in a relay race. It will be a deliciously good
time! Ages 11-17. Limit 25 per program.
• Tue., Feb. 17, 5-6:30 p.m., Lake Wylie Public
Library. Call 831-7774 to register, starting
Feb. 3.
• Tue., Feb. 24, 5-6:30 p.m., Fort Mill Public
Library. Call 547-4114 to register, starting
Feb. 10.
Lego Club: Get ready to imagine, create,
and build with Legos supplied by the
library. Ages 6-10. Call 981-5888 to register, starting Feb. 4. Limit 24. Wed, Feb. 18,
3:45-5 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Genre Jumping: Explore a different
book genre through games and book
talks. Ages 9-11. Call 547-4114 to register,
starting Feb. 4. Limit 24. Wed., Feb. 18, 4-5
p.m., Fort Mill Public Library
Microsoft Word Part II: Further practice
with learning how to create, edit, and
Calendar of events
format a document using Microsoft Word
2013. Experience with Windows, mouse
and Word 2013 required. Call 981-5845
to register, starting Feb. 9. Limit 18. Wed.,
Feb. 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., & Thu., Feb. 19, 6-8
p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
DIY Makerspace: Duct Tape Jewelry:
Create colorful, wearable art using only
office supplies and duct tape. Ages 11-17.
Limit 15 per program.
• Wed., Feb. 18, 5-6:30 p.m., Clover Public
Library. Call 222-3474 to register, starting
Feb. 4.
• Thu., Feb. 19, 5-6:30 p.m., York Public
Library. Call 684-3751 to register, starting
Feb. 5.
Tech Help Drop-In: Have basic questions about your laptop, tablet or ereader? Need help with e-mail, Internet
safety, social media or other software?
Stop by with your computer or device, or
view a demo using library equipment, on
a first-come, first-served basis. No registration required. Library staff are not allowed to
repair non-library-owned equipment. Fri., Feb. 20,
10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Movies At Lunch: Love is in the Air:
Bring your lunch and enjoy a double
feature, with a strong dose of romance.
No registration required. Fri., Feb. 20, 12-3
p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Important Papers: What to Retain
and What to Destroy: Retired financial
professional Marc Morris discusses which
financial records to keep and storage
options. Materials furnished by Money
Management International. Call 981-5845
to register, starting Feb. 7. Sat., Feb. 21,
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Introduction to Windows 8.1: Learn
how to use Microsoft’s new operating
system, Windows 8.1. Experience with
Windows and mouse required. 981-5845
to register, starting Feb. 17. Limit 18. Tue.,
Feb. 24, 6-8 p.m., & Wed., Feb. 25, 10 a.m.-12
p.m., Main Library, Rock Hill
Choc-o-Mania: Love chocolate? Check
out this program, filled with games and
sweet treats! Ages 9-11. Call 547-4114 to
register, starting Feb. 11. Limit 24. Wed.,
Feb. 25, 4-5 p.m., Fort Mill Public Library
American Girl Winter Social: Wear your
party clothes for activities, crafts, and more.
Guests may bring a doll, American Girl or
another favorite. Ages 9-11. Call 684-3751
to register, starting Feb. 12. Limit 20. Thu.,
Feb. 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m., York Public Library
Managing Incomes and Expenses:
Learn how to create a budget, track your
spending, and monitor your progress.
Part of “Journey to Financial Security,”
led by retired financial professional Marc
Morris. Materials furnished by Money
Management International.
• Thu., Feb. 26, 6:30-8:00 p.m., Main Library,
Rock Hill. Call 981-5845 to register, starting
Feb. 12.
• Fri., Feb. 27, 10-11:30 a.m., Fort Mill Public
Library. Call 547-4114 to register.
Alt Book Club: Tired of the same old teen
fiction genres? Join us for a discussion of
S. A. Bodeen’s “The Compound,” activities,
and snacks. Ages 13-14. Call 222-3474 to
register, starting Feb. 6. Limit 10. Fri., Feb.
27, 4-5:15 p.m., Clover Public Library
Win a $25 Gift Card in our Black History Trivia Contest
Celebrate Black History Month and test your knowledge with York County Library’s Black History trivia contest! To participate, pick up trivia questions at any
York County Library and return the completed form by 6:00 p.m. on Feb. 28. The
winner will be notified the week of March 2 via phone or e-mail and will receive
a $25 gift card to Texas Roadhouse. Late entries will not be accepted. Library staff members
may not help with trivia questions. Entries are limited to one per person. All entry forms become the property of
the library. If there is no perfect score, the one with the highest score will be awarded the prize, or if more than
one quiz has the same number of correct answers, the winner will be drawn at random.
Unusual creations (and visitors) at Clover, Lake Wylie Libraries
On Jan. 22, teens at the Clover Public
Library worked in teams to compete in
“Teen Iron Chef.” They created some fantastic works of art, including candy sushi
and a Twinkie masterpiece, from ingredients such as sandwich cookies, peanut
butter, chocolate syrup, gummy worms,
Nerds, and sprinkles.
The teens also participated in a round
of fun trivia. It was difficult choosing a
winner among the beautiful and creative
creations! Excellent work, guys! For more
great teen programs, see the events in this
issue or online at www.yclibrary.org.
Meanwhile, Lake Wylie Public Library
patron Mayhugh Horne spotted an unexpected visitor there. Maybe he didn’t know
that “hawking” is not allowed in the parking lot! Thank you for sharing, Mayhugh!
Top-right: Contestants from Clover Library’s “Teen Iron Chef” competition show off their creations.
Right: Lake Wylie Public Library takes an unusual approach to enforcing handicapped parking laws.
Browse Book Bargains at Friends Sale
The Friends of the Library book sale will be held Feb. 12–14 at the St. John XXIII
Center at the Oratory, 434 Charlotte Ave., in Rock Hill. Thousands of books
for adults and children will be for sale, with hardcover and softcover books at $2
per inch, measuring the height of the book stack, mass-market paperbacks at
25¢ each, and DVDs and audiobooks at $2 each.
The sale opens to Friends of the Library members on Thursday, Feb. 12, from
4:00–7:00 p.m., with annual memberships sold at the door, starting at $15 for
individuals. The sale will open to the public Friday, Feb. 13, from 9:00 a.m.–7:00
p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 14, from 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Everything is half-price on
Saturday! For more information, visit www.yclibrary.org or call 981-5837.
York County Library
York County Main Library
138 East Black Street, Rock Hill
803-981-5858
Fort Mill Public Library
1818 Second Baxter Crossing
803-547-4114
Children’s Department: 803-981-5888
Young Adult Department: 803-981-5830
Reference Department: 803-981-5825
Lake Wylie Public Library
185 Blucher Circle
803-831-7774
Bookmobile
Serving over 50 locations.
803-981-5842 or 803-981-5870
Clover Public Library
107 Knox Street
803-222-3474
York Public Library
21 East Liberty Street
803-684-3751
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