The Port O’Connor Library Branch would like to thank Susan Wallace of POC Swim for her generous donation of an AED machine to the Port O’Connor Library Branch. Susan is donating this much needed item in honor of Marie Hawes’ service to the community as a medical provider.
Pictured: Susan Wallace with Librarian Michelle Marlin
“Beacon of Light…Anchor of the Community”
Library News:
The POC Library continues to be the hub of activity for the POC Community, and patrons find its amenities (cool A/C, free 24/7 Wi-Fi, current periodicals, bountiful books and movies, computers, and comfortable interior) irresistible in this summer’s heat! In addition, the Library’s “Welcome Committee” Librarian, Michelle Marlin, and Margaret Claiborne, greet everyone with smiles and eager assistance, doing whatever it takes to keep things running smoothly! The Library’s “2022 Summer Reading Program” was a huge success, and was enjoyed by all who participated! At the Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, July 26, participants were recognized and awarded with refreshments, certificates, and a bag of goodies. Audrey Rhoads was the Grand Prize winner of an Apple Ipad. Congratulations to Audrey, and all of our participants- we are very proud of you!
The Library also partnered with Kaleigh McCauley of POC Liquor Store for a “School Supply Drive” benefiting Port O’ Connor Elementary. Thanks to the generous donors of Port O’ Connor, we collected two barrels full of various school supplies and money, which will help our students as they start the new school year. Thank you to everyone who made both of these events successful! We would also like to thank Susan Wallace of “POC Swim” for her generous donation of an AED machine (Automated External Defibrillator) to the POC Library, in honor of Marie Hawes’ service to the POC Community as a medical provider.
In addition, the Library is excited to report that the Friends of the POC Library will be resuming their monthly Children’s Programs, beginning in September with “Explore The Ocean”. The Friends also have two Adult Programs scheduled for the Fall: “Riders of the Orphan Train” and “Wreath Making”. Please see program dates and times listed below.
Friends of the POC Library:
The Library’s support group, the Friends of the POC Library, continues to work closely with Library Staff to provide funding and support for supplies, services, programs, and extras that are needed to enhance the Library’s success and efficacy. The Friends are able to provide the funding to support the Library by holding various fundraising events throughout the year, and from donations by its Members, Community Partners, and generous people of POC. All funds raised go directly to the POC Library. The Friends are currently holding their annual Membership Drive, and welcome all who would like to join this hardworking group in supporting the POC Library. You can contact the Friends at “libraryfriendspoc@gmail.com”; follow us on Facebook at “Friends of the Port O’Connor Library, Inc”; or on our website, “www.friendsofportoconnorlibrary.org”. We also have membership applications at the Port O’ Connor Library for your convenience. The Friends appreciate your generous support!
POC Library Hours:
Tuesday-Friday;
10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday.
Phone Number: 361-983-4365
Fax Number: 361-983-2014
Address: PO Box 424;
506 W. Main St., POC 77982
The POC Library hosts the following Activities and Programs in the Library’s Multipurpose Room. All are welcome!
Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – “Coffee and Conversation” Come visit with your friends and neighbors over a hot cup of coffee!!
Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.- “POC Bridge Club”
Fridays: 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.- “POC Mahjongg Club”
Saturday, September 17:
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Children’s Program- “Explore the Ocean”
October 27, 2022: 6-7:30 p.m. Adult Program “Riders of the Orphan Train”
November 29 2022: 2:00 p.m. Adult Program “Wreath Making”
Submitted by Alane Haardt, Publicity Committee
Friends of the POC Library
Alexis Carreon and Kelley Ashley present an Apple IPad to Audrey Rhodes, the Grand Prize Winner of POC Library’s “Summer Reading Program”. Congratulations, Audrey!
