November 2025 Newsletter

Dear Library Community,

October has proven to be an exciting and bustling month for the library. Our groundbreaking ceremony was a tremendous success, featuring local dignitaries such as Williamson County Judge Steven Snell, WilCo Commissioners Russ Boles and Terri Cook, State Representative Caroline Harris Davila, Mayor Patrick Sherek, Council Members Tanya Clawson and Daniel Islas, JISD’s Dr. Toni Hicks, Chief Mazayek, and many of our devoted supporters and community members. We are grateful for the recognition and support of our initiatives.

As we enter November, our fundraising month, we invite you to celebrate and support our efforts to raise funds for our programs, operations, and Capital Campaign!

Let's Fill the Can For the Jarrell Community Library and Resource Center!

• *Stand Up for Books and Vets Comedy Show**

Join us for a delightful evening at our “Stand Up for Books and Vets” Comedy Show on Friday, November 7th, at 7:30 PM. Board Member and Comedian Andrew Quintana has organized a night filled with laughter featuring five comedians and a DJ! The American Legion Post 317 will provide food and beverages for the event. With only 30 seats remaining, be sure to sign up soon! Tickets will be available for $20 at the door.

• *Harvest Street Festival**

We are preparing for our largest and most entertaining event, the “Harvest Street Festival,” scheduled for Saturday, November 15th. Spaces are filling up quickly, so don’t delay in signing up! Currently, we have 59 vendors signed up, including bounce houses, pony rides, food vendors, arts, crafts, community businesses, and more. Get ready for a day of music with DJ Vision, featuring themed entertainment such as Disney Hour, K-Pop, and much more! Bring your dance moves and costumes to join in the festivities!

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Please note that the Library will close at noon on Wednesday, November 26th, and will reopen on December 2nd after the holiday.

We continue to THRIVE in 2025! Join us in celebrating our success!

Sincerely,

Susan Gregurek

Thank You Christianna for capturing Groundbreaking Day and making it special.

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Thank you for to Tom and Ashley Slowbe of Sphere Realty for their generous donation to our "Fill The Can" Campaign!

Thank you Nate Chessher for your continued kindness and support in clearing the property and providing the construction of the utilities to the new facility.

We appreciate your continued support to Jarrell Community Library and Resource Center! Tanya not only provided the new home of the library sign, but also ACDI staff will be providing the trash and clean up service to the Harvest Street Festival!

Our sponsors never cease to amaze us! Our motto is Unity in the Community! This is our unity exemplified.

Nov.3: All Day MEXICANO MONDAY

Nov. 7: 7:30 pm Stand Up for Books and Vets

Nov. 11: LIBRARY CLOSED FOR L4H TRAINING

Nov. 15: 11:00 am -5:00 pm Harvest Street Festival

Senior Games Group: Tuesdays 1:00 pm

Seniors That Sew: Wednesdays 10:00 am

Crochet for Charity: Wednesdays 5:30 pm

Dungeons and Dragons: Fridays 5:00 pm

Magic the Gathering: 2nd ,3rd, 4th &5th Monday at 5:00 pm

Wellness Through Music Exploration: 1st Monday of the Month 5:00 pm

Veterans Support Group: 3rd Monday of the Month 6:00 pm

Crafting with Deb: 2nd Tuesday of the Month 4:30pm

Teen Support Club: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:00 pm

Grief Support for Adults: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the Month 6:00 pm

Serenity Seekers : 3rd Saturday of the Month 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Neurodivergent Friends: 2nd and 4th Thursday 6:00 pm

ASL - American Sign Language Community Coffee Social: 3rd Friday of the Month 6:00 pm

Green Thumb Gardeners: 2nd Saturday of the Month 10:30 am

Visit the website for updated calendar events: https://jarrellcommunitylibrary.org/

11:00-11:30 Family Vibes

11:30-12:15 Disney Hour- Costumes encouraged

12:15-1:00 EDM Vibes

1:00-2:00 K-Pop- Costumes encouraged

2:00-2:45 70's-90's Dance Party

2:45-3:30 Country Hour

3:30- 4:15 Requests and Crowd Picks

4:15-5:00 DJ Choice

Music and Sound Sponsored by Audion llc https://audionllc.com/

Our next session will be on November 12th from 3-4pm with more exciting topics. PreK–2nd graders, led by Ms. Anne , will be learning about the Moon. The 3rd–5th graders, led by Ms. Kathleen , will be diving into Fossils. The 6th–12th graders, temporarily led by Ms. Ophelia, will be experimenting with Tower Building.

This program is a wonderful way for children to discover new skills, spark curiosity, and form friendships, while parents and guardians gain valuable support and community connections. We can’t wait to see you at the next session!

We had a wonderful start to our Storytimes this month! We are proud to announce our partnership with Southwestern University's Multicultural Early Childhood Class this month. We had an exciting month of great activities and stories prepared by the students. Thank you Morgan, Abby and Riley for joining us and inspiring the children and families with your stories, songs, and interactive activities that spark imagination and a love of reading. All Storytimes run from 10:30–11:30 AM:

• PreK Storytime – Tuesdays for ages 3–5

  • Nov 4: I Did It!

  • Nov 18: Run!

• Books and Babies – Thursdays for ages 0–3

  • Nov 6: Kangaroo

  • Nov 20: Lobster

• Bilingual Storytime – Fridays for all ages

  • Nov 7: Burbujas

  • Nov 21: TBD

Please arrive on time to enjoy the full experience. We look forward to seeing families join us for fun, learning, and community connection!

Gratitude is more than a November tradition — it can actually rewire your brain. Focusing on what you’re thankful for boosts dopamine and serotonin, the feel-good chemicals that reduce stress and lift mood.

Regular gratitude practice has been shown to improve sleep, focus, and emotional resilience. Try writing down three things you’re thankful for, sharing appreciation out loud, or reflecting on one good moment each day.

Small acts of gratitude can create lasting change — in your brain and your well-being.

Join Crystal Collins for an exciting and engaging Teen Time session! The Teen Support Group warmly invites all teenagers to come together, connect, and share their experiences in a supportive and friendly environment. We can't wait to see you there!

Families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are invited to join our ASD Support Group, meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 6:00–7:00 PM. Designed for children ages 0–12 and their parents, this program offers a safe, supportive space to connect, share, and learn together.

While children enjoy fun, age-appropriate activities, parents can engage in open discussions, exchange ideas, and gain valuable resources. The group’s goal is to build community, provide encouragement, and offer practical tools for families navigating the ASD journey.

November:

National Family Caregivers & Diabetes Month

Native American Heritage Month

Transgender Awareness Week (13-19th)

Transgender Day of Remembrance (20th)

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (23rd)

The Friends of the Jarrell Library Group is the fundraising branch of the Jarrell Community Library and Resource Center's library system. This group's mission is to engage with the community to gather sponsorships, generate fundraising ideas, and spearhead initiatives to secure the funds necessary for the library's continued operation. If you would like to request a volunteer form, please contact jarrellfriends@gmail.com.

We're calling on passionate and dedicated individuals like YOU to help us create unforgettable events and raise essential funds. Whether you can lend a hand with event logistics, help spread the word through marketing, or bring fresh and exciting ideas for new events, we need your talents!

Every bit of help counts, and your support will directly impact our success. If you're ready to make a real difference, we’d love for you to be part of our amazing team.

Sign up today and help us create something special! 💫