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- Dinovember Events
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It’s Dinovember at the Milton E. Long Library! Dinovember is a popular programming-theme for all libraries across the country. At the Milton E. Long Library, we celebrate Dinosaurs all month long, check out all the fun events we have planned! All events are free to participate, and we invite parents with their children ages 12 and under.
Don’t miss out the fun!
All-month of November (1 – 30), with exception of Thanksgiving holiday hours: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt
Uh oh! Milton Long, our pesky resident dinosaur, has started a game of hide and seek in the library! Several of his dino friends are hiding out through the library, if you find them all, a special prize awaits you! No registration required, the circulation desk will have copies and instructions on how to complete the scavenger hunt. Scavenger hunt can be completed during operating hours of the library.
Audience: This event is suited for all ages.
Friday, November 1 from 4 – 6 p.m.: Adopt a Dinosaur!
Kick-Off Dinovember by adopting your own dinosaur! We invite Kids to stop by the Milton E. Long Library and meet the dinosaurs and select one to adopt. Children will leave the library with a stuffed dinosaur and an adoption certificate. Children are also encouraged to bring their dinosaurs to subsequent Dinovember events.
Registration today! Everyone is invited, but parents can register by calling the library at +1 (706) 545-4911, or by stopping by the library.
Wednesday, November 6 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.: Dinovember Storytime
Join us for a special Dinosaur-themed storytime! Children are encouraged to bring their Dinosaurs with them to enjoy a special selection of Dinosaur focused children’s stories. No registration required; all kids 12 and under are invited!
Audience: This event is suited for children 12 and under.
Saturday, November 9 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.: T(ea)-Rex Tea Party
Dino lovers alike can bring their prehistoric friends with them to enjoy tea, juice, and light snacks while learning and teaching their dinosaurs about proper tea etiquette. Registration for this event will be required. Parents can register by calling the library at 706-545-4911, or by stopping by the library.
Audience: This event is suited for children 12 and under.
Saturday, November 16 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Kid’s Crafternoon – Dinosaur Edition
Parents, children, and dinosaurs unite to create a dinosaur themed craft that is sure to make a crash on Earth. Enjoy a fun and relaxing family-fun Crafternoon. Registration for this event will be required. Parents can register by calling the library at +1 (706) 545-4911, or by stopping by the library.
Audience: This event is suited for children 12 and under.
- Online Services
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Are you looking for more online resources to further your education or want to learn something new for fun? Or how about wanting to research your ancestry? You can check out a list of our free online resources. Patrons can access these same resources via web by following this link: Online Resources mwrlibrary.armybiznet.com/search~S15. These resources are all free for our patrons to use when they sign up for a library account. So, come in and sign up today!
- To look at our catalog or to log into your account
- Visit MCoE’s Donovan Research Library for all your other research needs:
MCOE HQ Donovan Research Library:
7533 Holtz St, Bldg. 70, Suite 1025, Fort Moore, GA 31905
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closed Fridays: (Remote services, Clearing, and Virtual Reference Only)
Closed on weekends, training, and federal holidays
Circulation Desk: 706-545-5661; DSN: 835-5661
Email: usarmy.moore.mcoe.mbx.donovan-ref-desk@army.mil
Online Catalog: https://auls.insigniails/Library/Home
Website: https://www.moore.army.mil/library
- Get a Library Account
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Who is Eligible?
- All active-duty military and their dependents.
- Retired Veteran and their dependents
- Civilian employees or contract employees who possess a Military ID.
- Members of the Armed forces, Foreign Service members, and students who are currently TDY or training at Fort Moore may obtain a library account, if patron is at Fort Moore 3 weeks or more.
How do I obtain my library account and what do I need?
- Come into our library and stop by the circulation desk and our friendly staff can help you set up your account.
- Make sure to have your military ID, unit information, and current mailing address.
What can I use my library account for?
- Patrons may use their library accounts for the following:
- To checkout, renew, or reserve any of the following materials: books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, and video games.
- To access all online resources offered by our facility.
- Library Services
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Patrons will have access to over 100,000 materials in books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and video games.
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DVD players may be checked out for use in our common media room.
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A TV located in the Teen Zone on the first floor is available to play video games, using either our Xbox One or PS4 consoles. Ask our library staff at the circulation desk how you can reserve time for use.
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Our library has a fully equipped computer lab, located on the second floor.
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Patrons can reserve one of our four study rooms, our conference room, or our program room.
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Our library offers free Wi-Fi connection to all our patrons.
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An after-hours book drop is available, with two drop boxes located behind our facility and a third located in the front of the facility.
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- Library Programs
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Green or Red Flag: Questionable Romance Book Club | every second Friday at 4 p.m.
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Cringe or swoonworthy? Dream guy or one that would send you running far away? Our new fun and lighthearted book club where we take popular and not-so-popular romance novels apart, diagnose them as cringe or one for the true romantics. This is an adult only book; some of the books we will read are not for kids, participants must be 18+ years of age.
Books will be provided by the library and can be picked up at the circulation desk; the maximum capacity of our new Questionable Romance Book Club is 15 per session; to ensure we have enough books for everyone, we highly recommend registering in advance.
It’s free to attend! For more information and to register, please contact the Milton E. Long Library at +1 (706) 545-4911 or stop by. We hope to see you!
Story Time | Wednesdays at 10:30am
- Story time provides an engaging hour for both parents/caregivers and their children ages 0-6yrs of age. Library staff reads books, sings songs, and does a craft, encouraging a lifelong love of reading and learning.
Family Movie Night | 1st and 4th Friday of each month at 4 p.m.
- We’ll be screening both new and old films, delightful family-friendly films that promise an enjoyable experience for all ages. This program is free and is open to everyone with children. Come and join us as we turn our program room on the 2nd floor into a mini movie theater! Bring the family, blankets and you can bring along food and drinks.
Movie Time | 1st Saturday of each month at 4 p.m.
- Our free Movie Time afternoon is geared toward all ages including a wide range of movies, whether you’re a family, a group of friends, or a solo movie enthusiast, this program is perfect for everyone. Come and join us as we turn our program room on the 2nd floor into a mini movie theater! Bring the family, blankets and you can bring along food and drinks. Please note: Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Book to Movie Club | Last Tuesday of each month, 4 - 6 p.m.
- The Book to Movie club is a monthly program that brings together people who love books and movies. The group will meet to discuss the book and watch its movie adaptation. Click here for book/movie of the month.
Other programs:
- Summer Reading Program (annual program)
- STRONG B.A.N.D.S (annual program)
- Family Movie Night
- Movie Time at the Library
- Teen Fri-Yay
- Board Game Night
- Bring Your Own Book Club
Please contact the library for further information.
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- Computer Lab Services
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Computers
- Our computer lab is fully equipped with 77 desktop computers. They are available on a first come first-served basis and are open to Active-Duty Service members and their families, Retired Military, and to DoD civilians and contractors.
- All our computers come fully equipped with CAC reads, have access to Microsoft Office programs, and Adobe Acrobat Reader. Computer access may be utilized for one hour and patrons may extend sessions upon request.
Printing Machines
- All printing machines are in the computer lab located on the second floor. Printing is only available using our facility computers. No outside devices may print to our printers. ** Machines only take nickels, quarters, dimes, and single dollar bills.
- Printing Fees
- B&W: $0.10/ sheet
- Color: $0.25/sheet
- Printing Fees
Copy Machines
- Our library has two copy machines available for use, one located on the first floor and the other located on the second floor. Faxing is not available on these machines. ** Machines only take nickels, quarters, dimes, and single dollar bills.
- Copy Fees
- B&W: $0.10/ sheet
- Color: $0.25/sheet
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Scanning
- Our computer lab is equipped with five scanners which are available for use upon request. All scans are free.
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Here at Milton E. Long Library, our goal is to provide higher quality services to our patrons. Our mission is to support and encourage a lifelong love of reading, learning, and personal growth the families among our amazing military community’s service members and families at Fort Moore.
Aside from an extensive collection of print material, our library offers a variety of equipment and services, including free wireless internet, 77 desktop computers, thousands of DVDs and CDs, audiobooks, and children’s programs. Our research and reference resources are second to none, and our librarians are always happy to help.
Patrons must have a library account to place a hold. If you do not have a library account, you need to come in and register for one.
