SUMMER 2019
ISSUE IV
From the Director, Susan Stickel:
Many of you are aware of the library’s new project. What began as a dream to someday build an extended outdoor area is now a reality and is being developed into a space for the enjoyment and relaxation of all ages. The wooded land east of the library building will feature a large pavilion and a gazebo. Colorful benches will be placed under the shaded canopy of trees. Concrete walking paths will provide access to the many designated areas. A fence was constructed for safety of the children. Just for fun, an old fashioned walking log awaits those who to want to recall childhood memories or make new ones. Many features are planned, but this is a work in progress. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. On behalf of the library, we wish to thank you for your generous contributions toward helping us reach our planned goals for the library and this community.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM
The summer reading program will be held each Tuesday in July. The hours are from 2:00-3:30. This year’s theme is “ShowTime”. Children ages 5-11 are welcome. Early registration will be the last week of June. Please hand in registration sheets for your child on Tuesday, July 2, so we can have all necessary contact
information. You can pick up registration packets at the library.
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 June will be June 22. Science Saturday in July will be on July 27th. 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.
BOOK CLUB
We now have 2 book club sessions. The daytime book club meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1PM. The June book is Winter Sisters. The evening book club meets at 5:30 pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. This summer the evening dates are June 11, July 9th, and August 13. To attend either book club, call the library and give your contact information.
RULES OF THE ROAD
Do you need to refresh your driver’s knowledge? A representative from the Department of Transportation will be available July 26 at 9:30 am. They will be able to provide assistance and answer any questions you may have.
CAMP OUT WITH A GOOD BOOK
State Representative Dave Severin’s Summer Reading Club challenges 1st through 5th graders to read 8 books during their summer break. More information can be found in a brochure at the local library. Students who read 8 books will receive prizes and a certificate from the Illinois House of Representatives recognizing their commitment to reading.
STORY HOUR
Miss Norma is at the library for pre-school story hour every Wednesday at 10:00.
BOOK SIGNING
Jim Muir will be at the library on Saturday, June 8th, from 9:00 to noon to sign his book Offerings: A Daily Collection of Wit and Wisdom Wrapped in an Attitude of Gratitude. He will also have books at the library for purchase.
David Kroese will be at the library June 15th from 10am-2pm. The title of his book, The Centennial: A Journey through America’s National Park System, is the first published narrative introducing all 418 National Park Service units, 30 national trails, and over 50 national heritage areas and affiliated sites.
Tina Biby will be at the library on June 29th from 2-4PM. She lives on a farm with her husband in Mulkeytown. Her children’s books, Dandelion Jelly and Special Eggs, will be available for purchase.
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.
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. This group is for quilters of any level.
TECH SUPPORT
Joe DeVille 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: June 25, July 30, and Aug. 27.
BLOOD DRIVE
The Red Cross will be at the library from 1-6pm on June 27. The mobile unit will be located in the front parking area of the library.
VETERAN OUTREACH
The Department of Employment Security is available on June 6th from 1-3PM. The program provides assistance to veterans with significant barriers to employment. All veterans between 18-24 years old are encouraged to call (618) 241-6733 for more information.
LITTLE KNOWN FACT
The library rents fishing poles! Actually we have rods and reels available to be checked out on a juvenile card only. The Department of Natural Resources provides this service to our youth.
STAFF RUMMAGE SALE
We are planning a staff rummage sale on June 7th and 8th from 9-5. Shoppers can come in and pay at the circulation desk.
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.
MEET OUR STAFF
In each newsletter, we will highlight a library employee. The employee for this issue is Cheryl Glover. Cheryl has worked at the library since 2014. Her favorite thing about working at the library is her coworkers! Cheryl has 2 children, Amanda and Daniel. She has 2 grandchildren, Keegan and Kinley. She loves collecting shells, reading, and her granddaughter’s Fairy Garden. She is retired from Big Muddy River Correction Center. Cheryl takes care of the Homebound Program. She chooses books for library patrons in assisted living facilities, nursing homes or homebound for any reason. These books are then delivered to the patrons.
COMING IN OUR NEXT NEWSLETTER…..
Southern Illinois Monster Hunters will be here in the fall. We will post more information about this as it becomes available on our Facebook page.
The library will be closed on July 4th.
