FRIENDS of Johnson County Public Library March 2015
President’s Message
Friends
The month of March brings thoughts of longer days, warmer temperatures and St. Patrick’s Day. I hope you were able to participate in the JCPL Winter Reading Program, Live Green, Read Green in February. You are encouraged to renew your membership in the Friends. It helps to fund programming and promotes love of the library and reading for all ages.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jane Bingham, President Merilee Allen, Vice President
If you have any thoughts or suggestions for the Friends Board, please feel free to contact us through the website, pageafterpage.org.
Betsy Schmidt, Secretary
Jane Bingham, Friends President
Patti Treadway, Volunteer Coordinator
Gary Kiesel, Treasurer Judy Misiniec, Membership Chair Phyllis Reynolds, Book Sale Committee Co-Chair Roger Robey, Book Sale Committee Co-Chair Gregg Biberdorf Cathy Daily Macie Martin Mary Jane Rose Neal Treadway Beverly Martin, Library Liaison Philomena Ross, Director Emeritus
If you haven’t been to the library lately, you’re overdue!
2015 Board Meeting Schedule March 24
Franklin Branch
May 26
White River Branch
July 28
Clark Pleasant Branch
September 22
Trafalgar Branch
October
Annual Meeting (TBA)
November 24
Franklin Branch
Begins March 7
TALK TO A LIBRARIAN You can chat live with a JCPL staff member for help with your information seeking needs. You can use this service to access many library services, including: ➤ Finding library materials (books, movies, music) ➤ Basic reference questions ➤ Use of the library's online resources, including eBooks and eAudiobooks
Instantly borrow free digital movies, music, and more, 24/7 with your library card. No Waiting. 1. Download the app or go to hoopladigital.com 2. Log in with your library card 3. Borrow free digital movies music, and more with no late fees! Browse & Checkout 1. Browse or use the search box to find a feature-length movie, TV show, full-length album or audio book. Click “Borrow” when you find a title. 2. There are never any waiting lists. Titles are always available to check out. 3. After borrowing the item, go to “My titles” and play or listen to your title. 4. Create a list of your favorite titles to check out later. Checkout Limits/Periods ➤ Each cardholder can check out up to 6 titles per month. ➤ Movies, TV Shows, & Videos: 3 days ➤ Music: 7 days ➤ Audiobooks: 21 days Need Help? ➤ Read the Hoopla support website and FAQs ➤ Contact any JCPL Branch
Complex research requests may require follow-up at a later date. For extended, in-person assistance, please consider using our Book-a-Librarian service. You can also reach us via text message at 317-900-4LIB (4542). Standard text messaging rates apply; consult your carrier's service plan for details. Automated hold and overdue notifications are not available via text message; please contact your branch's Circulation Department to receive automated email notifications. Don't want to chat? You can submit a question to library staff via our web form, or call your branch directly during our regular operating hours.
2015 BOOK SALE SCHEDULE May 14, 15, 16, 17 Trafalgar Branch August 27, 28, 29, 30 White River Branch November 12, 13, 14, 15 Clark Pleasant Branch
SPOTLIGHT ON MARCH PROGRAMS One-Stroke Decorative Painting
Amazing Robots
Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Clark Pleasant Branch Learn to blend, shade, and highlight all in one stroke. Instructor: Marilyn Tentler REGISTER
Wednesday, March 11, 5:30-8 p.m. Clark Pleasant Branch Come see the fabulous inventions of Red Alert 1741, the award-winning Robotics Team from Center Grove High School. REGISTER
Seuss Celebration Saturday, March 7, 10-10:45 a.m. White River Branch Come one, come all, we’ll have a ball! Reading and singing and crafts and play, that’s how we’ll celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday! REGISTER
Woofs & Books Canine Reading Buddies Monday, March 9, 6-7:30 p.m. Clark Pleasant Branch Register for 15 minutes of reading time and improve your literacy skills and gain confidence by reading to “Canine Good Citizen Certified” reading buddies. REGISTER
How to Cut the Cable Cord & Stop Paying Hundreds of Dollars for Television Tuesday, March 10, 6:30-8 p.m. Clark Pleasant Branch Learn from Mr. Noobie, who will walk through your options for replacing cable or satellite, discuss the cost of each option, and explain what you’ll be gaining and what you’ll be giving up with each option. REGISTER
Every Child Ready to Read Parent Workshop Monday, March 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Clark Pleasant Branch REGISTER
How to Use Google Calendar with Patric Welch Thursday, March 19, 6:30-8 p.m. Trafalgar Branch Learn about views, navigating, settings, updating, recurring events, sharing, and more! REGISTER
Effective Communication Strategies with Alzheimer’s Patients Monday, March 23, 2:00-3:30 p.m. Franklin Branch REGISTER
Book Discussion Wednesday, March 25, 1:30-3:30 p.m. White River Branch Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston REGISTER
Egg Science Tuesday, March 31, 4:30 p.m. White River Branch Eggs-traordinary science experiments using eggs…raw, boiled, and flying! REGISTER
For a listing of all programs please visit www.pageafterpage.org
m o r P t c Proje SHOP FOR PROM AT THE LIBRARY! DRESSES • TUXES SHOES • ACCESSORIES White River Branch Saturday, March 14 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Open to Teens We will also be giving away Two discounted tuxedo rentals from Sophia’s Bridal, Prom, and Tux and a Custom-made prom dress by a local seamstress
For more info, please contact Kelly Schmidt at the Franklin Branch by calling 317-738-2833.
THANK YOU FOR BEING A FRIEND! If you are a member, we thank you. If not, let’s get you signed up! Show support for your public library by becoming a member -- for as little as $10 a year! The Friends of Johnson County Public Library is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping the library make information and knowledge accessible to the communities it serves. The Friends hold used book sales throughout the year and those proceeds help to support the numerous programs held at all four branches and the Adult Learning Center.
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TO BECOME A MEMBER, visit any JCPL Branch or visit the library website at pageafterpage.org/FRIENDS. Volunteers are not paid –– not because they are worthless -- they are priceless!