New Library Updates Available to View

The newest episodes of Library Update are up on YouTube. This is part one of Episode 13. Make sure to watch all of the parts of Episode 12, Summer Reading Programs, and Episode 13, Assistive Technology.

The West Virginia Library Commission is committed to promoting, assisting, and supporting high quality library services and information resources to all West Virginia residents. This includes getting relevant information out to library directors, their staff, and patrons through various formats. Currently the Library Commission uses its website, Facebook, Twitter, Blog, e-bulletins and now YouTube to disseminate information. 

WVLC plans on bringing you current programs, topics, and trends. This broad spectrum includes partnerships, training, programming, and service. We want this program to be a useful, entertaining resource for you. If you ever have any questions or comments regarding topics on this show, please do not hesitate to call us at 1-800-642-9021. 

This program is not intended to act as a calendar of events, but as a vehicle of ideology and practical tips. Specific event information can always be found on our website www.librarycommission.wv.gov and at your local libraries.

The video in this post is the first segment of the episode. Check it out, then view parts 2 and 3. Make sure you subscribe to the West Virginia Library Commission YouTube channel so you don't miss the newest episodes!

September is Library Card Sign-up Month

Capitol Reads

August's Capitol Read was The Night of the Hunter by Davis Grubb

Inspired by serial killer Harry Powers, "The Bluebeard of Quiet Dell," who was hung in 1932 for his murders of two widows and three children. This best-selling novel, first published in 1953 to wide acclaim by author Grubb, (who like Powers lived in Clarksburg, West Virginia), served as the basis for Charles Laughton's noir classic .

Renamed "Harry Powell," the lead character in this book, with LOVE and HATE tattooed on his fingers, is remembered as one of the creepiest men in book and cinema history.


The Capitol Reads book discussion group not only talked about Grubbs' classic novel but also had an opportunity to view the classic film on the big screen at the Normal L. Fagan Theater at the Culture Center.

More information about Capitol Reads selections can be found on the WVLC website.

Borrow a Kill-A-Watt Meter Kit from the Library

State Library Services has two Kill-A-Watt meter kits available for checkout to Library customers. A Kill-A-Watt meter is a device that measures the amount of electricity used by household appliances. Kits include an operations sheet, worksheets to help users calculate energy costs associated with household electrical appliances and a kill-a-watt meter.

This service is brought to you by Appalachian Power in conjunction with the West Virginia Library Commission.

Library closed Monday September 3

The West Virginia Library Commission will be closed on Monday, September 3 to observe the Labor Day holiday.

Encyclopedia Britannica available outside of the library

The Library offers access to Encyclopedia Britannica Online for locations outside the library.  Contact the Library for more information on how registered Library card members can access this resource or to become a card holder.

Cabell County Public Library speaker location moved

We apologize for sending this to people that it does not necessarily apply to. However, if you would spread the word it would be greatly appreciated.

There has been a change in location for the author speaking at the Cabell County Public Library.  Michael Hingson event will take place on Thursday, August 2, at the Pullman Hotel on the second floor.

We appreciate your patience in this matter! We hope you enjoy this inspirational author.