FALL 2019
ISSUE V
From the Director, Susan Stickel:
I want to take this opportunity to give everyone an update on the new project at the library. As you may know, work began on “The Reading Garden” just weeks ago. The pavilion, gazebo, and walking paths are now complete, but there is still much work to be done. A Serenity Garden and a Butterfly Garden have been approved, and fall planting should begin soon. This is a work in progress, and other features are planned.
Plans are underway for an open house in the spring. Watch for details on our website and in our winter newsletter about the grand opening.
LEGOS
Join us on the 2nd Saturday of each month, from 10am-12 noon. Kids use their creative talents to create Lego figures. Legos are supplied.
SCIENCE SATURDAY
Science Saturday in October will be Oct 26.
Science Saturday in November will be Nov 23.
Science Saturday in December will be Dec 28.
Science Saturday is normally held the 4th Saturday of each month. It starts at 10AM. Kim Livesay is the presenter, and she always has
wonderful demonstrations.
QUILT GROUP
The quilt group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1-3PM. Judy Biggs is our instructor and gives a lot of interesting and informative quilting instruction. Any level is welcome.
BOOK CLUB
We now have 2 book club sessions. The daytime book club meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1PM. The evening book club meets at 5:30 pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. To attend either book club, call the library and give your contact information. For those who love book clubs, you are welcome to attend both the afternoon and evening sessions.
RULES OF THE ROAD
Do you need to refresh your driver’s knowledge? A representative from the Department of Transportation will be available Oct. 25 at 9:30am. They will be able to provide assistance and answer any questions you may have.
STORY HOUR
Story hour is every Wednesday morning at 10 am. Preschool age children enjoy story time, crafts and snacks. No sign up is required—just show up.
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN HOW TO KNIT OR CROCHET?
Mary Jane Graham offers classes for those who would like to learn to knit or crochet. Classes are held on Thursdays from 2 – 4. If you are interested in learning, bring a crochet hook size G,H,or I or knitting needles size 6,7,or 8. You will also need at least 2oz. of yarn. There is no charge for the classes. For those who already knit and crochet, please also join us for this fun activity.
TECH SUPPORT
Joe DeVillez will be available monthly to provide tech service to those who are in need of assistance in downloading eBooks from the library, or any other tech related problem you may be experiencing. Joe will be at the Library from 5-8pm on the last Tuesday of the month: The dates are 10/29 and 11/26. The December date will be announced at a later date.
GENEALOGY WITH PAM
Pam Teague, the Genealogy Director at the Library, is available every Wednesday from 3 – 7pm to help with any genealogy questions you may have. Please come and take advantage of Pam’s expertise. Pam is also available every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9-3. The Genealogy room is open every weekday from 9-5 and 1-5 on Sunday.
HEROCLIX
Jayson Silliman is starting a new game for the patrons to experience. Heroclix is a map based strategy board game using Super Heroes and maps. Jayson will provide all supplies that are needed. Ages are 8-adult. You will meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, from 5-7:30pm. If you have questions, Jayson is available at 618-204-6375.
DO YOU HAVE CASH THAT YOU MAY NOT BE AWARE OF?
Staff from the Illinois Treasurer’s office will be at the library on Wednesday, October 30th, from 9:30 am- 12:00 pm. The Illinois State
Treasurer’s office connects people with their cash and other assets through the I-Cash program.
MEET OUR STAFF
This month we would like you to meet Connie Irvin. Connie is a lifelong resident of Benton. She is married to Danny, has 3 children and 6
grandchildren. In fact, her hobby is traveling to Florida to see her granddaughters. Connie has worked at the library for 5 years and says she
has loved every minute of it! Something that Connie feels no one knows about her is that she doesn’t like frogs! At the library, something funny is always happening. One of Connie’s funny experiences is picking up a co-worker that fell out of her chair—not once but 5 times. (You
know who you are!) Connie is an asset to the library. She is in charge of the program that handles the books or bricks that are donated in memory, or in honor, of others.
VIDEOS!!!!
We have an abundance of DVDS that are new to our library. We have the old classics, newer releases, and everything in between. Take a look!!
BOOK PAGE
Book Page is a monthly magazine that we receive at the library. It is a selection guide for new books. It contains books selected and reviewed by Book Page editors. Books are chosen from all categories. Pick up your free copy from the front desk.
LIBRARY CLOSINGS:
The library will be closed November 11 for Veterans Day, November 27 at noon, and 28 for Thanksgiving, December 24 and 25 for Christmas, and December 31 and January 1 for New Year’s.
HELLO…..GOODBYE
We have said a tearful goodbye to three of our staff. Cheryl Glover, Norma Minor and Paula Lainfiesta have all retired. Mary Lou Payne, Donna Dial and Tiffany Reidelberger are the new faces you will see when you visit us.
