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Perry Public Library Quarterly
Newsletter
Summer 2008
 Director's
Report
"It
was a splendid summer morning and it seemed as if nothing could go wrong."
-
John Cheever
Summer is a splendid time of the year at the Library -
exciting themed reading programs with prizes, fun programs for all ages,
flowers blooming, grass to be mowed, children at the Library all day long.
Some people may not agree that the last statement is a good thing or not -
children at the Library all day long - however it is reality. When the sun
becomes too hot, the Library is a nice place to cool off, see friends, and
explore the world of books and technology.
The Perry Public Library works to provide materials and
programs to encourage children to visit, and hope that they find the library
to be a warm and inviting place. Through their visits, we hope that
children will develop a lifelong love of books, reading and libraries.
Library staff works to ensure the safety of children in the
library however, they are unable to supervise each individually at the
library. For the safety of both the children and other patrons, the library
has requested that all children age eight (8) and under be accompanied at
all times by an adult.
When school is out for the summer, we see many more children
over the age of eight (8) come to the Library by themselves. Parents should
review some safety rules with their children prior to an unsupervised
library visit:
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· Make
sure your child knows phone numbers of where parents can be contacted in
case of an emergency.
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· Remind
children of appropriate behavior for the library.
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· Establish
internet use guidelines for your child. They should not be giving
strangers personal information via the internet. On the website,
www.missingkids.com, there is a link to the brochure “Child Safety on the
Information Highway.” It is filled with good information to help parents
and children safeguard themselves on the internet.
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· Review
rules regarding strangers.
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· Know
the hours that the library is open and do not leave children here before
opening or after closing.
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· Let
your children know that if they should ever feel uncomfortable or
uncertain with another patron in the library, they should tell a staff
member immediately.
Patron safety is very important to the staff and Board of the
Perry Public Library. We do our best to ensure patron safety; we appreciate
the patrons doing their part. Yes, summer mornings can be splendid, and we
do not want to see anything go wrong.
Virginia
Sharp March
Director
June 9th — July 24th, 2008
Children’s Summer Reading Program 2008
Join us for
story-times, craft and activity programs, and a reading contest. Children of
all ages can enter to win weekly prizes for the time they spend reading on
their own or with an adult. Those children who read 25 hours or more will be
invited to a
special party on July 26th.
Our summer reading contest is a non-competitive program for children of any
age or reading ability. Children may count the time they spend reading on
their own, reading to another person, or being read to and they may read
whatever they choose (books, magazines, even comics!). No registration is
needed for any of the activities and drop-ins are always welcome! You may
join any time.
Register
in person or online and pick
up your reading packets starting June 2nd
—-first day to enter for prizes is June 9th
for dates and
times of all children’s summer activities and for additional information
about summer reading, please call the library at 259-3300 or check out the
website at:
www.perrypubliclibrary.org/children.htm
Teen Summer Reading Program 2008
Summer Reading Contest:
The rules are
simple. Teens can read any book, comic, magazine, or listen to a book on
CD, come into the library and fill out an entry form. Put the entry form in
the teen summer reading box and there will be a weekly drawing for prizes.
At the end of the summer, there will be a grand prize drawing of an Apple
Ipod Shuffle.
—-first day to enter for prizes is June 9th
Teen Summer Programs:
There are a lot of fun
programs for teens this summer from the henna painting to a teen movie
afternoon. For a complete list of times and dates for these programs, check
out
page 4
of this newsletter! Registration is required for all of these programs. To
register, please call the Information Services desk at 259-3300. For
additional information about the teen summer reading program, check out our
website:
www.perrypubliclibrary.org/teen.htm
Adult Summer Reading Program 2008
If you are 16
or older, jazz up your summer and read or listen to as many books as you
like to win fun weekly prizes. 1 entry slip = 1 book. Participants may also
write reviews that will count as an additional prize entry and might be
posted anonymously to our website. There will be 6 grand prize winners in
addition to the weekly Friday drawings. On July 23 @ 7:00 pm, all
participants are invited to enjoy the jazz sounds of the Erie Heights Brass
Ensemble and have lemonade and pastries.
For more information on all
of the summer reading programs, please call the library at 259-3300 or check
out the website at :
www.perrypubliclibrary.org
It’s going
to be a good summer!!!!
Annual Library Book and Bake Sale
The Perry Library Annual Book and Bake Sale will take place
on
Saturday, August 2 from
9:00 am to 5:00 pm. There will be a
preview sale for
Friends of the Library members only
on Friday, August 1 from
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
To become a Friends member, you can join at the door.
New
Computers for the Children's Area
Recently, the Children’s Department acquired two new
computers for the children’s area. These computers are Internet accessible
and the following rules apply:
· These
computers are for kids
ages 12 and under only
· Children
under age 8 must have an adult sitting with them at the computer at all
times
· 1/2
hour (30 minutes) time limit—-you must sign in if you want another turn
· You
may have 2 turns per day on these computers
Kindergarten Kick Off!
On Wednesday, May 21 from 10:00—11:00 am, the library
will have it’s first ever Kindergarten Kick Off! There will be stories,
crafts, and a movie for the children and tips on kindergarten readiness for
parents. There will also be a summer book look and refreshments, This
program is for children ages 4- - 6, who are entering kindergarten in the
fall of 2008. Please register as space is limited.
Can’t Pick Up Your Holds
During Open Library Hours???
Our book lockers are the answer to your busy schedule!
Your materials can be waiting for you in secure lockers
located near the library’s back doors.
They are easy to use and available 24/7.
· Simply
let the staff know you would like to pick up your materials after hours in
the lockers
· The
items will be checked out to your card and placed in the locker(s)
· You
will enter the numeral 1 and then the last 6 digits of your library card
barcode. Please make sure you bring your library card with you.
· Your
access code will be active for 2 minutes (once you enter it) to open the
locker and take out your materials.
· Your
materials will be in the locker for 48 hours only
The book lockers are safe and secure. The coded system will open only
your
locker(s) when you enter the access code. Items not picked up within the
time period given will be taken out of the locker(s) and returned to the
shelves.
Library Meeting Rooms Available
The library offers two meeting rooms for use by the public.
We have a small conference room that seats about 24 and a larger, general meeting room with a capacity up to 40 people.
(The children’s department story time room is available for library programs only).
The Library meeting rooms are available during normal library operating hours and days.
Rooms may be reserved no more than 6 months in advance. Library programming will have first priority in determining room use.
Hours of scheduling shall include the total time involved in the meeting (including setup and clean up) to the time the room is vacated.
Some equipment that we have available with the use of these rooms are:
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TV/DVD/VCR
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Video/Computer Projector
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Overhead Projector
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Viewing Screen
Please call the library @ 259-3300 for availability of the rooms and any other questions you may have.
INTER-LIBRARY LOANS
Can’t find
that book you are looking for and CLEVNET doesn’t have it? We can find it
for you! The library has a new system to receive inter-library loans. We
have access to libraries all over the country so chances are, we can find
the book you are looking for. Simply come in and tell the reference
librarians what you are looking for, give them your name, telephone number,
and library card number, and that’s it. We will inform you if the materials
you are looking for are costly before we order them. Please be advised, it
does take some time to get materials in as the materials may be coming from
a different state.
CHECK IT OUT!
Perry Library Book Clubs
What a
better way to start the fall than with meeting new people and reading great
books!
The Perry Library has two book clubs that meet once a month.
Adult
Book Club meets on a Wednesday and is
always looking for new members. The adult book club reads both fiction and
non-fiction and there is always lively conversation about the books.
Go to
http://www.perrypubliclibrary.org/Adult/Book
Club.htm
for more information
KidLit
Book Group
...a group
for adults the enjoy reading children’s literature. Each month we meet
on the second Monday of the month at 7pm and discuss selected titles as well
as highlight new and notable titles. We fill feature both fiction and
non-fiction for young children, older kids, and teens. Go to
http://www.perrypubliclibrary.org/Kids/Kidlit.htm
for more information
Please register by phone at 440-259-3300 or
online at
http://www.perrypubliclibrary.org/reg
Large Print and Homebound Services
The
library continues to add to the selection of large print titles and our
large collection of recorded books on CD and
cassette. If you need a CD
player, we have that, too. You can check out a portable CD player, complete
with all attachments,
for three weeks. You may also have extended loan
periods. If you are a Perry resident of any age and are unable to get to the
library due to temporary or permanent personal impairments, you may have
library materials delivered to you. You may
request books (large print or
standard print), audiocassettes, videocassettes, magazines, and CDs.
Deliveries are made
directly to you on a monthly basis by a library staff member. There is
no charge for this service! Call Mary Liz @ 259-3300
for details.
2008 Children’s Programs
January - May 2008
Babytime—Wednesdays @ 10am
Children
from birth to 23 months (pre-walkers) and their caregivers are invited to
participate in this lapsit program of rhymes, songs, lap games, baby sign
language, stories, music puppetry, interactive activities (playing with
scarves, bubbles, etc.) and book sharing time, This program helps to develop
language skills and is a great way to meet new parents.
Young
Family Storytime
(formerly Toddler and Family Storytimes)
—Tuesdays @ 6:30pm,
Wednesdays @ 11:00am, and Fridays @ 10:00am
This story
program is for children of all ages (birth--age 5) and a caregiver
with an emphasis on stories and activities for toddlers.
It enables
families with more than one young child to attend storytime at the same
time. Each week we may have stories, rhymes, puppetry, movement, and
imagination activities, book sharing time, and a marching rhythm band
parade.
Preschool Storytime—Tuesdays 10:00am or Wednesdays 1:00pm
Children
ages 3-5 attend this story program
on their own.
It includes stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, and a marching rhythm band
parade each week. Children must be able to sit quietly without disturbing
others in the group and should be able to follow simple directions for the
craft. Children are introduced to new authors and illustrators and develops,
listening, thinking, participation, and social skills.
The Reading Patch Club—-once a month on Monday Evening from
7:00 –7:45 pm.
A reader’s
club for children in grades K-5,
who are
reading on their own.
Children
keep track of their reading at home and earn incentives and prizes during
the school year.
Young Explorers Club—Once a month on Fridays from 1:00-2:00
pm.
A library
program for students in grades K-5 enrolled in a non-traditional education
settings (parochial school, home-school, etc.). Activities will include
library skills education, computer education, storytelling, crafts, games,
guest visitors, and more.
The B-Tweens Club—Once a month on Fridays after school from
3:45-4:45 pm
Exclusively
for kids in grades 4-6. Perry school students may take the bus from school
to the library (parents
must arrange this in advance with the school).
No younger siblings please.
Paws For Reading—-Once a month on Saturdays from 1:00-3:00
pm
(March, April, May)
.
Children read aloud to trained therapy dogs. The dogs’ handlers
sit nearby to help ease the interaction. Children are more willing to read
to dogs than to their classmates, in part because kids who stumble over new
words know their furry friends won’t make fun of them. As a result,
children’s reading skills improve and their self-esteem grows.
· Open
to any child
· Books
may be brought from home or chosen from the library shelves
· A
collection of books selected by the children’s librarian will also be
available to choose from
· Each
child will receive a certificate and a free “pawtographed” book to take home
Register for
one 15 minute session—-Drop-ins are welcome
if time slots are available.
Programs For Adults
Third Thursday Movie Nights—Every 3rd Thursday of the month come enjoy a movie! Popcorn provided!
Registration is requested for all adult programs.
To
register, please call 259-3300 or register online at
www.perrypubliclibrary.org/reg
Just For Teens...
TAG is Back!!!
Want to meet
new people, play games, and help pick books and cds for the teen section of
the library?
Then the
Teen Advisory Group is for you! No registration is needed, just come!
TELL US!
The
library is always interested in your feedback.
Are there computer classes that you would like to take? In what
area?
Is there a book you’d like, or a program you would be interested in?
Tell us!
Is there a way we could serve you better? Tell us!
Besides a
personal visit, there are many ways for you to stay in touch :
440.259.3300 phone
440.259.3977 fax
AskUs@perry.lib.oh.us
The library is
always
open online —
visit us
24/7 @
www.perrypubliclibrary.org
Fines are
always waived if we’re closed
because of an emergency
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