Herr News & Notes Fall 2015
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Coincides with our 81st Anniversary
Kids’Truction Party Saturday, November 7 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Stories, games, crafts & snack For children ages 3 and up!
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A Capital Campaign for R Herr Memorial LibraryELEVATO
• An all-purpose community room on the second floor • Renovations to the sunroom to create a “cafe” atmosphere • Renovated basement to create a new programming and “Teen Space” • An elevator with access to the ground, first and second floors • A new handicapped entrance at the north side of the building • Additional circulation space on the first floor • An open-concept kitchen on the second floor to accommodate meetings and guests
Ground Breaking October 18 • 3:00 pm
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After thorough analysis, the Board of Directors approved a plan to build and furnish a two-story 2,665 square foot addition to the rear of the existing building and to upgrade approximately 1,400 square feet of current space.
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Put Your Mark on the Library Herr Memorial Library Capital Campaign
Teen Space Rendering, post-renovation
Every Hero Has a Story: A Story of Success! Summer Reading 2015
The “Every Hero Has a Story” summer reading program at the Herr Memorial Library, which encourages children to continue reading throughout the summer, has come to an end.
2015 Summer Reading Statistics: • 1,677 children participated • 196,000 minutes read from June 1 - August 8th “It was a terrific summer! We had fabulous participation and met LOTS of new families!” said Carol Grove, Summer Reading Program Coordinator. “We had fantastic support from the community for our programs! The kids all did a great job of reading. We had TONS of fun celebrating and learning about all different kinds of “heroes”! The Herr Memorial Library would like to thank all of the participants, sponsors and volunteers who helped to make the summer reading program a HUGE success!
Mutt-i-grees in the Library Honor The Herr Memorial Library has been selected as one of four Mutt-i-grees in the Library national demonstration sites for 2015-2017. The honor has been awarded, along with a $250 grant, due to the message of empathy and compassion towards animals and shelter pets, implementation of experience, exemplary practice, ability and willingness to share expertise with other animal organizations and evidence of promotion of Mutt-i-grees activities.
Sidewalk Sign: Top of the Wish List Herr Memorial Library is fortunate to have broad support among residents of the Mifflinburg Borough and surrounding areas, with many people donating time, money, and materials for the benefit of all. In addition to ongoing requests for financial support for operating expenses, materials, and program development, the library occasionally is in need of very specific items.
We really appreciate everyone’s help! For more information, call 570-966-0831 or visit the library. Herr News & Notes • Fall 2015
The following is our “Wish List” for the fall and winter:
• Sidewalk Sign • WiFi Radio for the Cafe • Tall Trashcan with Lid
• Memory Card Reader for Digital Camera • Gently used toys or puzzles (Prefer Melissa & Doug) • Cleaning supplies (Clorox Anywhere Sanitizing Spray) • Hand sanitizer, liquid soap, and liquid soap refills • K-Cups for Keurig • 12 oz. coffee cups with lids • Toilet paper, tissues, and paper towels • White all-purpose copy paper (20lb or 24lb) • Ink cartridges 8620 2
Library Info
Fall Discover Discover Fall Sessions start in September. All of the Discover Fall Sessions are free and offer a fun and educational learning environment. Discover classes provide an excellent opportunity for both caregivers and children to bond, socialize and make new friends. Space is limited and registration is required. Call or visit the library to register.
Herr Memorial Library
Babies Discover Class (birth to 18 months) Wednesday, September 9 – December 2 - 9:30 am
500 Market Street Mifflinburg, PA 17844 570-966-0831 UnionCountyLibraries.org
Toddler Discover Fall Session (18 months – 3 years) Thursdays, September 10 – December 3 – 9:30 am Preschool Discover Fall Session (3 years – 5 years) Wednesdays, September 9 – December 2 - 10:15 am Thursdays, September 10 – December 3 – 10:15 am
Hours
Monday - Friday 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday - Thursday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Board of Directors
Judith Mecouch, President Kathleen Flynn Irion, Vice President Thomas Beck, Treasurer Amy Jo Adams, Secretary Murrie Zlotziver Sara Hudock Kelly S. Walter, Library Director
The library is looking for your input! We invite you to attend a focus group meeting to share your thoughts on various aspects of the library.
• Group 1: Teens and Tweens • Group 2: Adult Library Users – Ages 21 and up • Group 3: Parents • Group 4: Retired Adults • Group 5: Community Partners
To sign-up for a focus group, contact the library or visit UnionCountyLibraries.org to sign-up online.
Holiday Cookie Contest Kids Holiday Cookie Baking Contest Cookie Drop Off: Fri.. December 18th • 7pm-9pm Sat., December 19th • 10am-12pm Holiday Party & Contest Results Sat., December 19th • 2-3:30 pm Herr News & Notes • Fall 2015
Upcoming Holiday Hours The Herr Memorial Library is closed on the following dates this fall: • Monday, Sept. 7: Labor Day • Wednesday, Nov. 25: Closing 5:00 p.m. • Thursday, Nov. 26: Thanksgiving • Thursday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve • Friday, Dec. 25: Christmas • Thursday, Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve • Friday, Jan. 1: New Year’s Day In celebration of Mifflinburg’s Christkindl Market, the library will close at 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10 and remain closed Friday, Dec. 11 and Saturday, Dec. 12 for regular business. However, the annual Kaffeehaus will be open during Christkindl.
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• eBranch2Go: Download free audiobooks and eBooks • Zinio: Download free magazines • Tumblebooks: Free eBooks for kids • Hoopla: Stream free music, movies and TV series
• Learning Express: Study and practice for an important test • Power Library: Resources for all ages • PowerKids: Easy access to eResources • Chat with a Librarian Now: Reliable answers to your questions
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• Books: Adult, Large Print, Young Adult, Children’s Collection, eBooks, Audiobooks, • Local History • Magazines • Newspapers
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• Books on Tape/CD • Movies on DVD • Reference Materials • Public Computers • Internet Access • Fax Machine
Library to Host Annual Dinner & Auction
The Herr Memorial Library is hosting its 4th annual Dinner & Auction fundraiser on Saturday, October 24th at the Rusty Rails Brewing Co., Mifflinburg. This year, the event includes a buffet dinner, raffles and a live auction. The library is currently accepting donations of items and services for the live auction through October 1st. Donations received after October 1st may be used in the raffle or as part of next year’s event.
Tickets are $35 each and may be purchased from any board member, any advisory board member or at the library’s circulation desk beginning September 1st. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. Those interested in donating an item, service, call Kelly Walter, library director at 570-966-0831 or visit the library’s circulation desk.
Discover • Ancestry.com: Genealogy In-Library Use Only • Bloom’s Literary Reference: Research great world authors & their works • eSequels: Find a title in a series • eReference Books: eBook versions of reference works • Educational Children’s Programs • Adult Hobby Groups • Interlibrary Loan • Ruff’s Pack Readers Reading Program
Herr Library
Dinner & Auction Saturday, October 24, 2015 Hoppy Hour at 5:30 pm Dinner at 6:30 pm
Hosted at the
Rusty Rail Brewing Co.
Tickets $35 Each Call for more information
570-966-0831
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