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Rosenberg Library
2310 Sealy Avenue
Galveston, Texas  77550-2220
 (409) 763-8854
fax (409) 763-0275
What's New....
Rosenberg Library Reopening
Reopening 2nd Floor & Mezzanine
July 11, 2009     
 

Computer Lab Expansion

(and new hours Click here for details)

The Rosenberg Library is reopening its entire second floor and mezzanine level to the public! The community is invited for the celebration on Saturday, July 11th.  There will be activities in the afternoon, special exhibits and refreshments.   The library will remain open for ArtWalk, extending hours to 8:30 pm that evening.

For additional details, please contact the Administration department: 763-8854, ext. 121

constructionUntil the July 11 reopening, please make your requests for books 24 hours in advance.  Access to the book stacks is temporarily limited by the construction.  Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as we continue to recover and improve.


Summer Reading Club
   
Wednesday Storytimes -  Various locations
Thursday Mystery Book Parties - Bishop's Palace

One-day Special Events:
Next up:
July 7 - Family Fun Night at the Rosenberg Library:  Strike up the Band! 

Click here for more info.
Print & Fill Reading Logs  

Also....
Teacher's Discovery Traveling Exhibit:

Easter Island

May 26 - July 10
Click here
for details.
Check out books about Easter Island from the Rosenberg Library shelves.
ceiling improvement
Library Improvement Projects

Click here for details
 
20th & BallThe
1900 Storm

a slideshow
click here

 
Lost Treasure: Balinese Room
The Balinese RoomThis small pictorial display is located at the East Entrance on the main floor of the Rosenberg Library at 2310 Sealy Avenue and can be viewed Tuesday through Saturday during library hours, 9:00am - 6:00pm.   Click here for more information.
 
GTHC Ike Recovery Services
Galveston and Texas History Center staff is offering basic reference services to aid island residents as they recover from Hurricane Ike. These include establishing the age of a residence or building for insurance purposes and recording recollections of the storm.  Click here for details.
1901 Calendar

Move your cursor over this photograph of the
Rosenberg Library to see a sketch of the building ca. 1904

 

Hurricane Ike Recovery
Four opportunities to contribute:
1. General Library Fund 2. Children's Library Fund

Your monetary contribution is fully tax deductible up to the maximum allowed by IRS regulations.  The Rosenberg Library is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

 
Online Access
Browse and reserve books and other library materials via our Online Catalog.  Visit our Online Databases for dozens of links to information and research, and our Digital Library for interactive and audiobook links.  Check the Events Calendar for activities at the library.
 

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2010 Galveston Reads Book Selection:

The Glass Castle
Rocket Boys

by Homer H. Hickam, Jr.


Reserve a copy online 
(alternate)

Galveston Reads Website

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Rosenberg Library Blog

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Rosenberg Library continues in its recovery from Hurricane Ike and is using the 23rd Street entrance (near the statue of Henry Rosenberg). A limited (no printing), 5-station internet access area is located inside near the entrance.  New books, DVDs and a children’s collection are available for browsing.

Though the book stacks are currently closed, patrons can request additional titles either at the front desk or online through our catalog. Books may be reserved online and picked up at the east entrance (23rd Street) in our "Books to Go" program. Please make your requests 24 hours in advance.  The Moody Wing ceiling and lights over the 2nd floor and mezzanine are being replaced, and the construction limits our access to the book stacks. 

Handicap access is available via the alley on the north side of the Rosenberg wing (original building) through a gated door clearly marked with a handicap access sign.  To make arrangements to use the handicap entrance, handicap entranceplease  call (409) 763-8854 in advance for assistance.  Please note, the door is locked; assistance is required.  This is a temporary entry until further repairs are completed and other handicap access arrangements can be made. 

The Rosenberg Library staff extends sincere thanks to our patrons for their continuing patience and understanding as together we recover from Hurricane Ike.