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Library Letter
St. Marys Community Public Library • (419) 394-7471 • www.stmarys.lib.oh.us
Summer Artfest Slated The St. Marys Community Public Library invites adult and high school or college student artists having a legal residence in Auglaize, Allen, Mercer, Van Wert, Hardin, Darke, Shelby, or Logan counties to enter the 20th Annual St. Marys Summer Artfest. Entry forms and rules are available at the Library circulation desk or on the web at www.stmarys.lib.oh.us. One may also request to have a prospectus sent through the mail by calling the Library. Prizes and awards include: Best of Show, $200, by Donald Glaser; 20th Annual Award, $150, by the Friends of the Library; Watercolor Award, $100, by Wright State University-Lake Campus; 3 Dimensional Award, $100, by Alex and Susan Pittman; Photography Award, $100, by Coldwell Banker-Plus One Professionals; Ohio Theme Award, $100, by Doris S. Lawler; Charcoal/Pastel Award, $100, by Bill & Jamie Carpenter; Oil/Acrylic Award, $100, by Hudson Jewelers; People’s Choice Award, $80, by the Friends of the Library; First Place, $80, by R. J. Burke Agency, Robbie Burke; Second Place, $50, by Wright State University-Lake Campus; and Third Place, $40, by Friends of the Library. Ribbons will be awarded to all winners and honorable mentions. Entries for Artfest are due at the Library: Thursday, July 23, 10am - 7pm; Friday, July 24, 10am - 5pm; Saturday, July 25,
Summer 2009
10am - 2pm; and Monday, July 27, 10am - 7pm. Opening Day Reception & Awards Presentation is scheduled for Sunday, August 9, 2pm – 3:30pm. Exhibition dates and times are as follows: Monday through Thursday, August 10-13, 10am - 7pm; Friday, August 14, 10am 5pm; Saturday, August 15, 10am – 4 pm; and Sunday, August 16, noon 4pm. Hope to see you there!
Energy Audit Completed We’re thinking green at the Library. The Library building recently underwent an energy audit. The Board approved the recommended modifications to our existing systems, and we should be seeing reductions in our electrical, heating and cooling bills. For ways to save on your own utility bills, visit the Library on July 7 for a program on Energy Efficiency. Details are on page 2 of this Library Letter.
Board of Trustees: Kimberlee Pierce, President Bill Angel, Vice-President Linda Schloemer, Secretary Donald Glaser
Ruth Ramsey Doris Lawler DeWayne Marsee
Susan Pittman, Library Director
Robert P. Maurer, Fiscal Officer
What’s Inside: Adult Programs, pg. 2; Youth Calender, pg. 3; Director’s Column, pg. 4; Donations, pg. 4.
Summer Calendar for Adults Adult Summer Reading: May 26-July 11 “Reading: It’s a fine art.” Read or listen to two books and fill out a review/entry form to enter our weekly drawings. Forms are available at the circulation desk.
June 2
June 9
Music & Art @ Otterbein Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Living Community and the St. Marys Community Public Library host the Otterbein Channel Charmers kitchen band and special guests in the Meyer Community Room at Otterbein on Tuesday, June 2 at 6:30 PM. Local artists and woodworkers are invited to bring their artwork to display during the program. Refreshments will be provided and served by the Friends of the St. Marys Community Public Library and Otterbein St. Marys.
June 16 Introduction to Sketching
Edible Art Show Create an edible artwork based on a book and set it up at the Library from 5-6 PM. Our judges (to be announced) will choose their favorites from 6-6:45 PM and winners will be announced and prizes awarded at 6:45 PM. Play with your food at the Library & win!
Theme: “The Mystery of the Art Forgeries.” Join us on Tuesday, June 9 at 7 PM for a discussion of The Forgery of Venus by Michael Gruber with scholar Beth Keuneke. Check out a copy at the Library today!
June 23
Instructor Heidi Meade from The Arts Collective visits the Library for this special program on Tuesday, June 16 at 6:30 PM. Unleash your inner creativity with this single session covering the basics of sketching. Supplies will be provided.
June 30
“Let’s Talk About It” Book Discussion
Reader’s Theater Presentation Join us at 6:30 PM in the Library Meeting Room for poetry and readings in two voices performed by Susan Pittman and Beth Keuneke.
July 7 Tuesday Morning Book Group We’ll meet at 10:30 AM to discuss the book Queen of the Big Time by Adrienna Trigiani. Books may be checked out & read prior to the sessions. Adults only, please.
July 7 Energy Efficiency: Ways to Save Discover ways to save on utilities at 7 PM on Tuesday, July 7 with Amy Carles, Outreach & Education Specialist from the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel. Don’t miss this timely and informative program designed to show consumers how to save money on utility bills.
July 14 “Let’s Talk About It” Book Discussion. Theme: “The Mystery of the Art Forgeries.” Join us on Tuesday, July 14 at 7 PM for a discussion of The Careful Use of Compliments by Alexander McCall Smith with scholar Susan Pittman.
August 25 & August 27 Computer Classes. “Creating a PowerPoint Presentation” taught by Jay Miley. Choose from Tuesday, August 25 at 1 PM or Thursday, August 27 at 6 PM. Must have basic computer knowledge. Please register early! PAGE 2 – www.stmarys.lib.oh.us or (419) 394-7471
ST. MARYS COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
YOUTH SUMMER READING CALENDAR MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
JUNE 1 GARBAGE CAN TO GARBAGE BAND. All ages. 11 AM & 6 PM
JUNE 2 TEENS: GUITAR HERO TOURNEY. 1 PM
STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM
JUNE 8 DANCE PARTY. All ages. 11 AM & 6 PM
JUNE 9 TEEN FLIX. Taking the Lead. 1 PM
STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM
JUNE 15 POTTERY CLASS. All ages. Sponsored
JUNE 16 PAINTING FUN. All ages. 11 AM
by Community Arts Council.
11 AM & 6 PM
PACKING TAPE SCULPTURE. Teens only. 1 PM
JUNE 22 FUN WITH PUPPETS. All ages. 11 AM & 6 PM
JUNE 23 TEENS ANIME MOVIE. 1 PM
JUNE 29 KARATE SHOW with Youngs Martial Arts Academy. All ages. 5:30 PM
JUNE 30 TEEN FLIX. 1 PM
JULY 6
JUNE 3
I’VE GOT RHYTHM. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JUNE 10
RAP PROGRAM & NEON WEAVE. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JUNE 17 STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM PAPER SCULPTURE. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JUNE 24 STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM THEATER GAMES: New look at old games. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JULY 1 STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM GAMING: Wii & XBox. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JULY 7 WINNER NAMED: Teen Short Story Contest. 11:30 AM TEEN FINAL AUCTION. 1 PM
JULY 8 PARTY DAY: Hotdog Lunch, 11:30 AM Book Bingo, 12:30-1:30 PM
ST. MARYS COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
THURSDAY JUNE 4 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM MOVIE. All ages. Tale of Despereaux. 1 PM
JUNE 11 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM CHEERLEADING PROGRAM. All ages. 1 PM
JUNE 18 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM MAGICIAN: Tim Wright. All ages. 1 PM
JUNE 25 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM PROGRAM: TBA 1 PM
JULY 2 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM MOVIE. All ages. Bedtime Stories. 1 PM
www.stmarys.lib.oh.us or (419) 394-7471 – PAGE 3
Anyone interested in making a cash donation to the Library can pick up a gift form at the circulation desk. While we do accept I hoped to write about something other than donations of books and materials finances in this column, but, unfortunately, that is all year long for the Friends of the not to be the case. So much is happening here at Library annual book sale, there are your Library, and I want to share it with you. often limitations on what we can The budget crisis continues to impact every add to our own shelves, making aspect of our operations. We’ve experienced a cash the best way to support your Library directly. 16% cut in revenue overall—as I previously Please ask us if you have reported. However, in May questions about items you we were hit with an The St. Marys Community Public wish to donate or about how unexpected 26% cut in Library belongs to you, and you’re you can help support your revenue over what we had Library. The annual book last May, sending our Fiscal using it more than ever. sale, by the way, is a Friends Officer Bob Maurer and I of the Library fundraiser, and back to the drawing board. To date, we have been the Friends supports the Library as well as two able to meet our expenses, but the situation scholarships. appears to be far from resolved. In addition, I’ve The St. Marys Community Public Library been a woman with her hand out, seeking belongs to you, and you’re using us more than donations throughout the community. ever. Our circulation continues to show about a This year, all our materials purchases are 9% increase over last year. The entire staff is being funded by donations, and the outpouring working harder than ever to bring excellent service from the community has been wonderful. Over to the community, and I think we’re doing a great $10,000 in gifts and grants has been donated to job. Your generous support says that you think so, the Library, allowing us to purchase a variety of too. Thank you. new materials for our patrons. Sixty-four Susan Heckler Pittman magazines and eight newspapers were adopted Library Director during our Adopt-A-Magazine campaign. We have had faithful community support of the Summer Reading Program and the Artfest.
From our director
Budget Concerns Continue
Donations Received: February: Donations were received from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Information Center; from Bob McCune; from the Society for the Study of Midwestern Literature Michigan State University; and from Mr. & Mrs. James Folk in memory of Mildred Johnson. March: Donations were received from Anonymous (3); from Progress Club; from Kathleen Hunt; from Greg Mortenson; from Shakespeare Club; from Edwin and Kimberlee Pierce; from Donald and Ruth Ramsey; from the Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools; from St. Marys Chrysler; from James and Connie Magee; from Perfect Party Catering; from Joint Township District Memorial Hospital; from Tri County Coin Club; from Frederick and Virginia Loyer; from Mary Riepenhoff; from EZ Promotions; from Sandy Hickman; and from Neil and Joyce Cook in memory of Virginia Steiner. “The library will provide creative April: Donations were received from Anonymous (3); from the Peoples Bank Co.; from Kurt and Donna Kuffner; from and factual resources to meet the Doris S. Lawler; from Eldon E. Montague; from Mary and educational, informational, Dave Puthoff; from Jane & David Weimer; from Janet E. cultural and recreational needs of Lane; from VFW #9289 of Ohio Charities; from West School PTO; from Katterhenry Investment Group; from Bill the community.” and Malina Dysert; from the St. Marys Relief Fund; from – SMCPL Mission statement Margaret Hanover; and from Dr. James Robenstine in memory of Nash and Anna Robenstine. St. Marys Community Public Library 140 South Chestnut Street St. Marys, Oh 45885 (419) 394-7471 www.stmarys.lib.oh.us
Library Letter
St. Marys Community Public Library • (419) 394-7471 • www.stmarys.lib.oh.us
Summer Artfest Slated The St. Marys Community Public Library invites adult and high school or college student artists having a legal residence in Auglaize, Allen, Mercer, Van Wert, Hardin, Darke, Shelby, or Logan counties to enter the 20th Annual St. Marys Summer Artfest. Entry forms and rules are available at the Library circulation desk or on the web at www.stmarys.lib.oh.us. One may also request to have a prospectus sent through the mail by calling the Library. Prizes and awards include: Best of Show, $200, by Donald Glaser; 20th Annual Award, $150, by the Friends of the Library; Watercolor Award, $100, by Wright State University-Lake Campus; 3 Dimensional Award, $100, by Alex and Susan Pittman; Photography Award, $100, by Coldwell Banker-Plus One Professionals; Ohio Theme Award, $100, by Doris S. Lawler; Charcoal/Pastel Award, $100, by Bill & Jamie Carpenter; Oil/Acrylic Award, $100, by Hudson Jewelers; People’s Choice Award, $80, by the Friends of the Library; First Place, $80, by R. J. Burke Agency, Robbie Burke; Second Place, $50, by Wright State University-Lake Campus; and Third Place, $40, by Friends of the Library. Ribbons will be awarded to all winners and honorable mentions. Entries for Artfest are due at the Library: Thursday, July 23, 10am - 7pm; Friday, July 24, 10am - 5pm; Saturday, July 25,
Summer 2009
10am - 2pm; and Monday, July 27, 10am - 7pm. Opening Day Reception & Awards Presentation is scheduled for Sunday, August 9, 2pm – 3:30pm. Exhibition dates and times are as follows: Monday through Thursday, August 10-13, 10am - 7pm; Friday, August 14, 10am 5pm; Saturday, August 15, 10am – 4 pm; and Sunday, August 16, noon 4pm. Hope to see you there!
Energy Audit Completed We’re thinking green at the Library. The Library building recently underwent an energy audit. The Board approved the recommended modifications to our existing systems, and we should be seeing reductions in our electrical, heating and cooling bills. For ways to save on your own utility bills, visit the Library on July 7 for a program on Energy Efficiency. Details are on page 2 of this Library Letter.
Board of Trustees: Kimberlee Pierce, President Bill Angel, Vice-President Linda Schloemer, Secretary Donald Glaser
Ruth Ramsey Doris Lawler DeWayne Marsee
Susan Pittman, Library Director
Robert P. Maurer, Fiscal Officer
What’s Inside: Adult Programs, pg. 2; Youth Calender, pg. 3; Director’s Column, pg. 4; Donations, pg. 4.
Summer Calendar for Adults Adult Summer Reading: May 26-July 11 “Reading: It’s a fine art.” Read or listen to two books and fill out a review/entry form to enter our weekly drawings. Forms are available at the circulation desk.
June 2
June 9
Music & Art @ Otterbein Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Living Community and the St. Marys Community Public Library host the Otterbein Channel Charmers kitchen band and special guests in the Meyer Community Room at Otterbein on Tuesday, June 2 at 6:30 PM. Local artists and woodworkers are invited to bring their artwork to display during the program. Refreshments will be provided and served by the Friends of the St. Marys Community Public Library and Otterbein St. Marys.
June 16 Introduction to Sketching
Edible Art Show Create an edible artwork based on a book and set it up at the Library from 5-6 PM. Our judges (to be announced) will choose their favorites from 6-6:45 PM and winners will be announced and prizes awarded at 6:45 PM. Play with your food at the Library & win!
Theme: “The Mystery of the Art Forgeries.” Join us on Tuesday, June 9 at 7 PM for a discussion of The Forgery of Venus by Michael Gruber with scholar Beth Keuneke. Check out a copy at the Library today!
June 23
Instructor Heidi Meade from The Arts Collective visits the Library for this special program on Tuesday, June 16 at 6:30 PM. Unleash your inner creativity with this single session covering the basics of sketching. Supplies will be provided.
June 30
“Let’s Talk About It” Book Discussion
Reader’s Theater Presentation Join us at 6:30 PM in the Library Meeting Room for poetry and readings in two voices performed by Susan Pittman and Beth Keuneke.
July 7 Tuesday Morning Book Group We’ll meet at 10:30 AM to discuss the book Queen of the Big Time by Adrienna Trigiani. Books may be checked out & read prior to the sessions. Adults only, please.
July 7 Energy Efficiency: Ways to Save Discover ways to save on utilities at 7 PM on Tuesday, July 7 with Amy Carles, Outreach & Education Specialist from the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel. Don’t miss this timely and informative program designed to show consumers how to save money on utility bills.
July 14 “Let’s Talk About It” Book Discussion. Theme: “The Mystery of the Art Forgeries.” Join us on Tuesday, July 14 at 7 PM for a discussion of The Careful Use of Compliments by Alexander McCall Smith with scholar Susan Pittman.
August 25 & August 27 Computer Classes. “Creating a PowerPoint Presentation” taught by Jay Miley. Choose from Tuesday, August 25 at 1 PM or Thursday, August 27 at 6 PM. Must have basic computer knowledge. Please register early! PAGE 2 – www.stmarys.lib.oh.us or (419) 394-7471
ST. MARYS COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
YOUTH SUMMER READING CALENDAR MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
JUNE 1 GARBAGE CAN TO GARBAGE BAND. All ages. 11 AM & 6 PM
JUNE 2 TEENS: GUITAR HERO TOURNEY. 1 PM
STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM
JUNE 8 DANCE PARTY. All ages. 11 AM & 6 PM
JUNE 9 TEEN FLIX. Taking the Lead. 1 PM
STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM
JUNE 15 POTTERY CLASS. All ages. Sponsored
JUNE 16 PAINTING FUN. All ages. 11 AM
by Community Arts Council.
11 AM & 6 PM
PACKING TAPE SCULPTURE. Teens only. 1 PM
JUNE 22 FUN WITH PUPPETS. All ages. 11 AM & 6 PM
JUNE 23 TEENS ANIME MOVIE. 1 PM
JUNE 29 KARATE SHOW with Youngs Martial Arts Academy. All ages. 5:30 PM
JUNE 30 TEEN FLIX. 1 PM
JULY 6
JUNE 3
I’VE GOT RHYTHM. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JUNE 10
RAP PROGRAM & NEON WEAVE. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JUNE 17 STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM PAPER SCULPTURE. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JUNE 24 STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM THEATER GAMES: New look at old games. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JULY 1 STORY TIME. All ages. 11 AM GAMING: Wii & XBox. Grades 2-5. 1 PM
JULY 7 WINNER NAMED: Teen Short Story Contest. 11:30 AM TEEN FINAL AUCTION. 1 PM
JULY 8 PARTY DAY: Hotdog Lunch, 11:30 AM Book Bingo, 12:30-1:30 PM
ST. MARYS COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
THURSDAY JUNE 4 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM MOVIE. All ages. Tale of Despereaux. 1 PM
JUNE 11 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM CHEERLEADING PROGRAM. All ages. 1 PM
JUNE 18 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM MAGICIAN: Tim Wright. All ages. 1 PM
JUNE 25 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM PROGRAM: TBA 1 PM
JULY 2 TODDLER STORY TIME 10:30 AM BABY STORY TIME 11 AM MOVIE. All ages. Bedtime Stories. 1 PM
www.stmarys.lib.oh.us or (419) 394-7471 – PAGE 3
Anyone interested in making a cash donation to the Library can pick up a gift form at the circulation desk. While we do accept I hoped to write about something other than donations of books and materials finances in this column, but, unfortunately, that is all year long for the Friends of the not to be the case. So much is happening here at Library annual book sale, there are your Library, and I want to share it with you. often limitations on what we can The budget crisis continues to impact every add to our own shelves, making aspect of our operations. We’ve experienced a cash the best way to support your Library directly. 16% cut in revenue overall—as I previously Please ask us if you have reported. However, in May questions about items you we were hit with an The St. Marys Community Public wish to donate or about how unexpected 26% cut in Library belongs to you, and you’re you can help support your revenue over what we had Library. The annual book last May, sending our Fiscal using it more than ever. sale, by the way, is a Friends Officer Bob Maurer and I of the Library fundraiser, and back to the drawing board. To date, we have been the Friends supports the Library as well as two able to meet our expenses, but the situation scholarships. appears to be far from resolved. In addition, I’ve The St. Marys Community Public Library been a woman with her hand out, seeking belongs to you, and you’re using us more than donations throughout the community. ever. Our circulation continues to show about a This year, all our materials purchases are 9% increase over last year. The entire staff is being funded by donations, and the outpouring working harder than ever to bring excellent service from the community has been wonderful. Over to the community, and I think we’re doing a great $10,000 in gifts and grants has been donated to job. Your generous support says that you think so, the Library, allowing us to purchase a variety of too. Thank you. new materials for our patrons. Sixty-four Susan Heckler Pittman magazines and eight newspapers were adopted Library Director during our Adopt-A-Magazine campaign. We have had faithful community support of the Summer Reading Program and the Artfest.
From our director
Budget Concerns Continue
Donations Received: February: Donations were received from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Information Center; from Bob McCune; from the Society for the Study of Midwestern Literature Michigan State University; and from Mr. & Mrs. James Folk in memory of Mildred Johnson. March: Donations were received from Anonymous (3); from Progress Club; from Kathleen Hunt; from Greg Mortenson; from Shakespeare Club; from Edwin and Kimberlee Pierce; from Donald and Ruth Ramsey; from the Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools; from St. Marys Chrysler; from James and Connie Magee; from Perfect Party Catering; from Joint Township District Memorial Hospital; from Tri County Coin Club; from Frederick and Virginia Loyer; from Mary Riepenhoff; from EZ Promotions; from Sandy Hickman; and from Neil and Joyce Cook in memory of Virginia Steiner. “The library will provide creative April: Donations were received from Anonymous (3); from the Peoples Bank Co.; from Kurt and Donna Kuffner; from and factual resources to meet the Doris S. Lawler; from Eldon E. Montague; from Mary and educational, informational, Dave Puthoff; from Jane & David Weimer; from Janet E. cultural and recreational needs of Lane; from VFW #9289 of Ohio Charities; from West School PTO; from Katterhenry Investment Group; from Bill the community.” and Malina Dysert; from the St. Marys Relief Fund; from – SMCPL Mission statement Margaret Hanover; and from Dr. James Robenstine in memory of Nash and Anna Robenstine. St. Marys Community Public Library 140 South Chestnut Street St. Marys, Oh 45885 (419) 394-7471 www.stmarys.lib.oh.us
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