The Robbie Farmer Memorial Library
Hours of Operation
The Collection
Directions
Library Book Club
The Christian Classics LIFE Group
History
Volunteering
Computer Use
Book Drop
Donations
Contact Us
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday, 8:30am– 4:30pm
Saturday - closed
Sunday mornings until 12:30pm
Staffed by volunteers
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am– 12 noon
Sunday mornings, until 12:30pm
The Collection
Although a large portion of the collection relates to religious history and doctrines, these are not limited to Methodism or even Christianity. There is an abundance of materials on nearly all subjects and for all ages. Materials are primarily in English and Spanish and include large print additions. Since the church operates a large day school, the library contains a vast collection of materials for children and teachers. These materials are of special interest to parents who home-school their children.
We are affiliated with the Rosenberg Library in downtown Galveston. (http://www.rosenberg-library.org/) That means that if you want a book from their (excellent) collection, we can have it delivered to you via our church library. Both the Robbie Farmer Memorial Library and the Rosenberg Library collections are searchable from our computers.
We also have:
- Magazines
- Video Tapes
- Audio Tapes
- DVDs, and
- Computer Games
Directions
The Robbie Farmer Memorial Library is located within Moody Methodist Church. Enter the building through the North Parking Lot entrance, walk straight to the end of the hall and turn left. The Library will be on your left.
Library Book Club
Come join the conversation! We will have a limited number of copies of the current book available in our library, so please call to reserve one. Books may be purchased at a discount for book club members at area bookstores.
Book selections will be sent each month. Please contact us at lburke@moody.org and leave your e-mail address if you would like to be included on the notification list.
The Monday Night Book Club meets at 6:30pm on the first Monday of each month, with the exception of September, when the club will meet on the second Monday.
- 2010 Meeting Dates:
May 3
June 7
July 12
August 2
September 13 (change due to Labor Day holiday)
October 4
November 1
December 6
The Saturday Morning Book Club meets at 10am on the second Saturday of each month.
- 2010 Meeting Dates
May 8
June 5
July 10
August 7
September 11
October 9
November 13
No meeting in Dec.
The Christian Classics LIFE Group
Laura Burns leads this group that explores the best of Christian literature. They meet at 2:30pm on Thursdays and free child care is available upon prior request. Please contact Laura at laurab12@sbcglobal.net for more information.
History
The Robbie Farmer Memorial Library was created when the church building was renovated and expanded in 1998. It is named in memory of a long-time church member. The library is a part of the church's educational ministry and seeks to provide materials for Christian learning and lifelong enrichment. It is fully automated and open to all free of charge.
Volunteering
Keeping a library vibrant and up-to-date requires effort. If you would like to meet other bibliophiles while serving a good cause, please contact our Librarian, Lynn Burke at (409)744-4526 or by e-mail: lburke@moody.org. Thanks!
Computer Use
The library contains on-line computers for public use. Computer users must agree to the Computers and Networks Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and return the signed agreement before using the computers. Parents are required to give written permission for minors to use the computers. This is a largely "self-service" library, with instructions for borrowing and returning materials clearly posted in the event that a volunteer is not on duty to assist you.
Book Drop
A book drop in our South Parking Lot makes it easy to return books from both the Robbie Farmer Memorial Library and the Rosenberg Library.
Donations
The library welcomes contributions for the purchase of suitable materials which can be designated as memorials or to honor friends and family members.
Donations of books and other media which may be added to the library or included in its used book sales are encouraged as well.
Contact Us
We would love to hear from you!
Telephone: (409)744-4526, extension 144.
E-mail: lburke@moody.org
