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Library Letter News from the St. Marys Community Public Library
Spring 2008
From Our Director: 2007 Review; 2008 What’s New
S
pring is when I annually take the pulse of the library by reviewing year-end statistics. (See chart below.) I also reflect on what we did well in 2007 and share our plans for 2008. The Board adopted a three-year Long Range Plan in March, and most of the items Data 2006 2007 on the plan for 2007 have been accomplished. Total Items Circulated 116,477 125796 We enjoyed author visits by Robert “Buzz” Computer Lab Use 12,135 16,439 Howard, Eldon Montague and Polly SlonkoskyHolds, placed by computer 12,472 15,020 Barga. Learn @ Your Library Tatting Classes and Patrons registered 8782 9714 programs on pain management, healthy cooking Items borrowed from other 17,137 20,287 and controlling clutter were offered for adults. Libraries A toy area was created for children, with Items loaned to other 18,349 20,762 adaptive toys aimed at those with disabilities. libraries Teens formed a library Animanga Club to share Total books held 64,391 65,293 their love of the Japanese art styles. “After-hours” Total Audiovisual Items 4,736 5,499 programs were offered for “tweens” in grades 4-6 Magazine subscriptions 126 125 and for young adults in grades 7-12. Newspaper subscriptions 10 10 With the help of the Friends of the Library, Total Program Attendance 12,484 13,861 we purchased two Early Literacy Stations— computers for young children that feature fun and educational games and activities. Adult computer classes on a variety of topics were offered. The Audiovisual budget was increased for the purchase of DVDs, music CDs, and Books on CD. In addition, we purchased a CD/DVD resurfacer to extend the shelf life of our collection. We’ve embraced face-out shelving where we can, as well as creation of themed book displays, to make browsing easy and interesting for our patrons. In 2007, the Library Youth Services Staff mentored Steve Moser, a student intern from Kent State University. Our entire staff enjoyed the exchange of ideas during his stay. Thanks to many donations throughout the year, including the “Health & Wellness” grant from Rotary and two sizeable memorials, we were able to purchase a significant amount of materials for the Library collection. In 2008 the community will see new Library signs installed in town, and expanded shelving will be installed in the Teen Area of the Library. As ever, our patrons will continue to receive exceptional service and programs from the Library. Please visit us soon to see What’s New @ Your Library!
Susan Heckler Pittman Library Director
Board of Trustees: DeWayne Marsee, President Kimberlee Pierce, Vice-President Linda Schloemer, Secretary Donald Glaser
Ruth Ramsey Doris Lawler Bill Angel Susan Heckler Pittman, Library Director Robert P. Maurer, Clerk Treasurer
What’s Inside: Adult Programs, pg. 2; Youth Events, pg. 3; and Donations, pg. 4.
BOOK DISCUSSIONS FOR ADULTS: ---------------------------------------------------------------------
Tuesday Morning Book Group Adults only; sessions meet at 10:30 A.M. on the following dates: March 4 – Amateur Marriage by Anne Tyler; April 1 – Light On Snow by Anita Shreve; and May 6 – The Lost Mother by Mary McGarry Morris. ~~~~~~~~~~
“Let’s Talk About It” Theme: The Immigrant Experience March 11 – Digging to America by Anne Tyler with scholar Sally Angel; April 8 – The Master Butcher’s Singing Club by Louise Erdrich, with scholar Christine Wilson; and May 13– The Namesake by Lahiri, Jhumpa, with scholar Marty Kich. Sessions begin at 7:00 P.M. Books may be checked out & read prior to the sessions. Please arrive early if checking out books. Please contact the Library for more information or to register.
New Tatting Classes Offered Learn @ Your Library this spring! Adults are welcome to attend Basic Tatting on Monday evenings: March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. There is a $12 fee to cover all the materials needed for the sessions. Advanced Tatting 1 is also being offered for those who’ve completed Basic Tatting. Sessions will be held Monday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 5. Classes are free but there will be a charge for materials, which will be provided. All sessions run from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. Registration is requested as class size is limited.
Computer classes at the Library Adult computer classes focus on basic skills needed to start using a computer. Taught by Jay Miley. Class sizes are small. Please register. • March 6 – 6:30 PM. Using the Mouse and Basic Computer Skills. Hands-on practice. • March 13 – 6:30 PM. Windows XP Basics. Hands-on practice. • March 25 – 10:00 AM. MS Word Basics. Lecture format. • April 10 – 6:30 PM. MS Word Basics. Lecture format. • April 16 – 10:00 AM. Using the Mouse and Basic Computer Skills. Hands-on practice. • April 23 – 10:00 AM. Windows XP Basics. Hands-on practice. • May 1 – 6:30 PM. Internet 1: Searching & Surfing. Lecture followed by hands-on practice in the computer lab. • May 8 – 6:30 PM. Library Catalog. Lecture. • May 12 – 10:00 AM. Internet 1: Searching & Surfing. Lecture followed by hands-on practice in the computer lab.
March 1-8 is Fine Free Week “Return a Borrowed Book” Week is March 1-8, and the Library will be waiving fines. It’s a great time to return the forgotten books stashed under the bed & in the closet.
Much Ado About Movies Visit the Library for monthly movies for adults, shown in the Library meeting room. Each month has a special theme. Join us for an evening of free entertainment! Dates and themes are: • March 25 – March Madness; • April 22 – Shakespeare’s Birthday; and • May 22 – Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Birthday.
Club to Evaluate Coins The Tri County Coin Club will evaluate coins at the Library on Thursday, April 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Anyone interested in learning the value of their old or rare coins is welcome to attend. Free. Club meeting will be held after and is open to the public.
Spring Activities for Children & Teens Teddy Bear Tea Monday, April 14 at 6:30 PM. For girls in Preschool to Grade 3.
‘Tween After-Hours Party Friday, March 7, from 7:00-10:00 PM. Grades 4-6 only.
‘Tween Craft Monday, March 31 at 3:30 PM. Make your own pillow! Grades 4-6 only. Registration is requested—participation is limited.
Clifford Party
After School Movies: All ages are welcome.
March 4 & 20; April 1 & 10 at 3:30 P.M. Ask at the Library for movie titles and ratings.
Monday, March 3 at 11:00 AM. Preschoolers & toddlers are invited to the Library for a Clifford Party. The American Legion Auxiliary and the Library team up for literacy and fun.
Story Times: Preschool Story Time—for children ages 3-5 years old: 10:30 A.M. March 12, 19 & 26 and April 2. Family Story Time—for the family: 6:30 P.M. March 10. Toddler Story Time—for 2-year-olds: 10:30 A.M. March 13, 20 & 27 and April 3. Baby Story Time—for parents and their babies newborn-13 months: 11:00 A.M. March 13, 20 & 27 and April 3.
Special Days at the Library •
March 1-7: Return Borrowed Books Week. No fines! It’s a great time to clean out your room & locker. • April 18: House that Ruth Built. Free Baby Ruth candy bars to celebrate the new Yankee Stadium. • May 1: National Smile Month Kick-Off. Free smiley magnets with check-outs.
Teen Animanga Club Meetings Slated for Spring Grades 7-12 – Share your favorites & discover new & awesome movies &books. • Club Meeting. Tuesday, March 18 at 3:30 PM; • Animanga Marathon! Friday, April 4 from 4:00 to 11:00 PM; • Club Meeting. Tuesday. April 15 at 3:30 PM; & • Club Meeting. Tuesday, May 6 at 3:30 PM.
HOURS CHANGE NOTICE The Library Hours will change on Monday, March 10 to: Monday-Thursday 10 AM-7 PM. Friday 10 AM-5 PM. Saturday 10 AM-2 PM. Closed Sunday.
St. Marys Community Public Library 140 S. Chestnut Street St. Marys, OH 45885 (419)394-7471
Non-Profit Standard Mail U.S. Postage PD. Permit No. 12 St. Marys, OH
POSTAL PATRON
“The library will provide creative and factual resources to meet the educational, informational, cultural and recreational needs of the community.” – SMCPL Mission statement
Donations Received: November 2007. Gifts by Eldon Montague, Martha A. Willis, Reflections OCCL, Vic and Judy VonBlon, and Richard L. Stein. Donations in memory of R.E. “Bill” Bowlby by Linda Koons and in memory of Etna Tabler by James and Marion Folk. December. Donations in memory of Nicholas Bayer by the Bovin Family Foundation; in memory of Robert L. Hirschfeld by Guiding Hands OCCL; and in memory of Cathryn Long by Guiding Hands OCCL. Gifts by the U.S. Department of Energy; the Ohio School for the Deaf; Federal Student Aid; Brackemyre Publishing; Shakespeare Club (bronze plaque); Ohio Representative John Adams; and Margi Moul. January. Donations in memory of Nichoas E. Bayer by Robert and Shirley Huckeriede; Chris W. Sherman; and Paul and Barbara Powers. Gifts by the Swingin’ Seniors; the Auglaize County Retired Teachers Association; Mary Maurer; and Carol Palmer. Donation in memory of Martha Meckstroth by Arnold W. Meckstroth.
Library Letter News from the St. Marys Community Public Library
Spring 2008
From Our Director: 2007 Review; 2008 What’s New
S
pring is when I annually take the pulse of the library by reviewing year-end statistics. (See chart below.) I also reflect on what we did well in 2007 and share our plans for 2008. The Board adopted a three-year Long Range Plan in March, and most of the items Data 2006 2007 on the plan for 2007 have been accomplished. Total Items Circulated 116,477 125796 We enjoyed author visits by Robert “Buzz” Computer Lab Use 12,135 16,439 Howard, Eldon Montague and Polly SlonkoskyHolds, placed by computer 12,472 15,020 Barga. Learn @ Your Library Tatting Classes and Patrons registered 8782 9714 programs on pain management, healthy cooking Items borrowed from other 17,137 20,287 and controlling clutter were offered for adults. Libraries A toy area was created for children, with Items loaned to other 18,349 20,762 adaptive toys aimed at those with disabilities. libraries Teens formed a library Animanga Club to share Total books held 64,391 65,293 their love of the Japanese art styles. “After-hours” Total Audiovisual Items 4,736 5,499 programs were offered for “tweens” in grades 4-6 Magazine subscriptions 126 125 and for young adults in grades 7-12. Newspaper subscriptions 10 10 With the help of the Friends of the Library, Total Program Attendance 12,484 13,861 we purchased two Early Literacy Stations— computers for young children that feature fun and educational games and activities. Adult computer classes on a variety of topics were offered. The Audiovisual budget was increased for the purchase of DVDs, music CDs, and Books on CD. In addition, we purchased a CD/DVD resurfacer to extend the shelf life of our collection. We’ve embraced face-out shelving where we can, as well as creation of themed book displays, to make browsing easy and interesting for our patrons. In 2007, the Library Youth Services Staff mentored Steve Moser, a student intern from Kent State University. Our entire staff enjoyed the exchange of ideas during his stay. Thanks to many donations throughout the year, including the “Health & Wellness” grant from Rotary and two sizeable memorials, we were able to purchase a significant amount of materials for the Library collection. In 2008 the community will see new Library signs installed in town, and expanded shelving will be installed in the Teen Area of the Library. As ever, our patrons will continue to receive exceptional service and programs from the Library. Please visit us soon to see What’s New @ Your Library!
Susan Heckler Pittman Library Director
Board of Trustees: DeWayne Marsee, President Kimberlee Pierce, Vice-President Linda Schloemer, Secretary Donald Glaser
Ruth Ramsey Doris Lawler Bill Angel Susan Heckler Pittman, Library Director Robert P. Maurer, Clerk Treasurer
What’s Inside: Adult Programs, pg. 2; Youth Events, pg. 3; and Donations, pg. 4.
BOOK DISCUSSIONS FOR ADULTS: ---------------------------------------------------------------------
Tuesday Morning Book Group Adults only; sessions meet at 10:30 A.M. on the following dates: March 4 – Amateur Marriage by Anne Tyler; April 1 – Light On Snow by Anita Shreve; and May 6 – The Lost Mother by Mary McGarry Morris. ~~~~~~~~~~
“Let’s Talk About It” Theme: The Immigrant Experience March 11 – Digging to America by Anne Tyler with scholar Sally Angel; April 8 – The Master Butcher’s Singing Club by Louise Erdrich, with scholar Christine Wilson; and May 13– The Namesake by Lahiri, Jhumpa, with scholar Marty Kich. Sessions begin at 7:00 P.M. Books may be checked out & read prior to the sessions. Please arrive early if checking out books. Please contact the Library for more information or to register.
New Tatting Classes Offered Learn @ Your Library this spring! Adults are welcome to attend Basic Tatting on Monday evenings: March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. There is a $12 fee to cover all the materials needed for the sessions. Advanced Tatting 1 is also being offered for those who’ve completed Basic Tatting. Sessions will be held Monday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 5. Classes are free but there will be a charge for materials, which will be provided. All sessions run from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. Registration is requested as class size is limited.
Computer classes at the Library Adult computer classes focus on basic skills needed to start using a computer. Taught by Jay Miley. Class sizes are small. Please register. • March 6 – 6:30 PM. Using the Mouse and Basic Computer Skills. Hands-on practice. • March 13 – 6:30 PM. Windows XP Basics. Hands-on practice. • March 25 – 10:00 AM. MS Word Basics. Lecture format. • April 10 – 6:30 PM. MS Word Basics. Lecture format. • April 16 – 10:00 AM. Using the Mouse and Basic Computer Skills. Hands-on practice. • April 23 – 10:00 AM. Windows XP Basics. Hands-on practice. • May 1 – 6:30 PM. Internet 1: Searching & Surfing. Lecture followed by hands-on practice in the computer lab. • May 8 – 6:30 PM. Library Catalog. Lecture. • May 12 – 10:00 AM. Internet 1: Searching & Surfing. Lecture followed by hands-on practice in the computer lab.
March 1-8 is Fine Free Week “Return a Borrowed Book” Week is March 1-8, and the Library will be waiving fines. It’s a great time to return the forgotten books stashed under the bed & in the closet.
Much Ado About Movies Visit the Library for monthly movies for adults, shown in the Library meeting room. Each month has a special theme. Join us for an evening of free entertainment! Dates and themes are: • March 25 – March Madness; • April 22 – Shakespeare’s Birthday; and • May 22 – Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Birthday.
Club to Evaluate Coins The Tri County Coin Club will evaluate coins at the Library on Thursday, April 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Anyone interested in learning the value of their old or rare coins is welcome to attend. Free. Club meeting will be held after and is open to the public.
Spring Activities for Children & Teens Teddy Bear Tea Monday, April 14 at 6:30 PM. For girls in Preschool to Grade 3.
‘Tween After-Hours Party Friday, March 7, from 7:00-10:00 PM. Grades 4-6 only.
‘Tween Craft Monday, March 31 at 3:30 PM. Make your own pillow! Grades 4-6 only. Registration is requested—participation is limited.
Clifford Party
After School Movies: All ages are welcome.
March 4 & 20; April 1 & 10 at 3:30 P.M. Ask at the Library for movie titles and ratings.
Monday, March 3 at 11:00 AM. Preschoolers & toddlers are invited to the Library for a Clifford Party. The American Legion Auxiliary and the Library team up for literacy and fun.
Story Times: Preschool Story Time—for children ages 3-5 years old: 10:30 A.M. March 12, 19 & 26 and April 2. Family Story Time—for the family: 6:30 P.M. March 10. Toddler Story Time—for 2-year-olds: 10:30 A.M. March 13, 20 & 27 and April 3. Baby Story Time—for parents and their babies newborn-13 months: 11:00 A.M. March 13, 20 & 27 and April 3.
Special Days at the Library •
March 1-7: Return Borrowed Books Week. No fines! It’s a great time to clean out your room & locker. • April 18: House that Ruth Built. Free Baby Ruth candy bars to celebrate the new Yankee Stadium. • May 1: National Smile Month Kick-Off. Free smiley magnets with check-outs.
Teen Animanga Club Meetings Slated for Spring Grades 7-12 – Share your favorites & discover new & awesome movies &books. • Club Meeting. Tuesday, March 18 at 3:30 PM; • Animanga Marathon! Friday, April 4 from 4:00 to 11:00 PM; • Club Meeting. Tuesday. April 15 at 3:30 PM; & • Club Meeting. Tuesday, May 6 at 3:30 PM.
HOURS CHANGE NOTICE The Library Hours will change on Monday, March 10 to: Monday-Thursday 10 AM-7 PM. Friday 10 AM-5 PM. Saturday 10 AM-2 PM. Closed Sunday.
St. Marys Community Public Library 140 S. Chestnut Street St. Marys, OH 45885 (419)394-7471
Non-Profit Standard Mail U.S. Postage PD. Permit No. 12 St. Marys, OH
POSTAL PATRON
“The library will provide creative and factual resources to meet the educational, informational, cultural and recreational needs of the community.” – SMCPL Mission statement
Donations Received: November 2007. Gifts by Eldon Montague, Martha A. Willis, Reflections OCCL, Vic and Judy VonBlon, and Richard L. Stein. Donations in memory of R.E. “Bill” Bowlby by Linda Koons and in memory of Etna Tabler by James and Marion Folk. December. Donations in memory of Nicholas Bayer by the Bovin Family Foundation; in memory of Robert L. Hirschfeld by Guiding Hands OCCL; and in memory of Cathryn Long by Guiding Hands OCCL. Gifts by the U.S. Department of Energy; the Ohio School for the Deaf; Federal Student Aid; Brackemyre Publishing; Shakespeare Club (bronze plaque); Ohio Representative John Adams; and Margi Moul. January. Donations in memory of Nichoas E. Bayer by Robert and Shirley Huckeriede; Chris W. Sherman; and Paul and Barbara Powers. Gifts by the Swingin’ Seniors; the Auglaize County Retired Teachers Association; Mary Maurer; and Carol Palmer. Donation in memory of Martha Meckstroth by Arnold W. Meckstroth.
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