Burrr!  The weather is getting just right for chili and soups, paired with cornbread and crackers and finished off with something sweet.  Then settle down with a good book and stay toasty.  Ahh!  The Friends of the Carroll County Libraries are getting ready to make that a reality.

The Friends of the Vaiden Library invite you to warm up at their annual chili lunch on Friday, January 22, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, at the Library.  Tickets are available at the Library for $8.00.  Tickets are required.  Raffle tickets are also being sold for some handmade items.

The Friends of the Carrollton-North Carrollton Library invite you to warm up at their annual soup tasting and art exhibit.  Held at the Carrollton Community House on February 13, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, the Friends will be serving samples of six different soups:  Broccoli and Wild Rice Soup, Buffalo Chicken Chowder, Creamy Potato Soup, Dill Pickle Soup, Vegetable Soup and Wild Rice and Sausage Soup.  These six soups were selected at a taste test session held recently by members.  The members’ favorite was Dill Pickle Soup.  What will yours be?  Buy your $10 ticket from any of the Friends or from the Library and bring your change to vote for your favorite soup.  Carroll County artists will also be at the Community House to demonstrate some of their work.  Tickets are required.

Reading is an important skill needed throughout life.  It can also be a great relaxer or entertainment.  Help the Carroll County Libraries provide more reading opportunities this year.  If you can’t attend these events, make a donation.