@ your Library - July 2010

Diana Beresford-Kroeger to speak on “The Forest & Nature”

Merrickville-Wolford’s own Diana Beresford-Kroeger has graciously agreed to speak on “The Forest and Nature” at Merrickville Library.   Diana, who was recently named a Wings Worldquest fellow, has authored 2 books in 2010 – the best-selling The Global Forest and the upcoming Arboretum Borealis.  Join her on Mon., July 12 at 7 pm for a fascinating and informative talk.  Space is limited; call 613-269-3326 to reserve your seat.  Donations for the library gratefully accepted.

Plant Sale 'Thank You':
The Friends of the Library’s annual Plant Sale was another success with over $900 raised for the library.  We’d like to thank everyone who came out and a special thanks to everyone who donated plants and other items for the sale, including: Andress Independent Grocer (Smiths Falls), Canadian Tire (Kemptville), Ferguson Forest Centre, Floral Design Landscape & Nursery, Food Basics (Kemptville), Garden Market (Smiths Falls), Gemmell’s Garden Centre (Smiths Falls), Greenacres Greenhouses, Hucklebuck’s, Independent Grocer (Kemptville), Miller’s of Merrickville, Mirick’s Landing, Pioneer Nursery, Rideau Woodland Ramble, Saunders Country Critters & Garden Centre, Walmart (Smiths Falls), Windsor’s Courtyard, and Wood-N-Feathers.  Thank you to the Friends of the Library for organizing this sale.

Brenda Carter Memorial Art Workshops:
This summer, Merrickville Library is introducing Art Workshops for Kids in memory of artist Brenda Carter and her kind bequest to the library.  Join us on Sat, July 10 at 10:30, to learn some art techniques and paint an awesome jungle mural to hang in the library.  This free workshop is open to all kids, but space is limited.  Contact the library (613-269-3326) to register.

Summer Reading Club:  
Summer Reading Club Is Here!:  Calling all kids to our “Destination – Jungle” TD Summer Reading Club! This is an annual program provided free by the Toronto Dominion Financial Group. 

Kids joining the Club receive a theme poster, activity book, & stickers - plus a reward every time they return the books they’ve read!  Club members can drop by anytime to pick up new books and enter their names in weekly draws for posters.  Collect all 9 stickers to be eligible for our Prize Draw at the end of the summer.  Kids can also visit our “Club House” – with board games, puzzles, a puppet theatre, and do-it-yourself crafts - available to enjoy during all library hours!

Crafts/Activity Program:  
Starting July 8, the library will also offer a craft/activity program on Thursday afternoons (1:00 – 2:30 pm) to give kids a chance to pick up new books & keep reading.   Summer activities include: building a jungle mobile, games, and a special visit by Andrea Howard “The Bug Lady”.

Summer reading programs have been shown to preserve and enhance literacy skills over the summer - they encourage kids to read for pleasure and develop the reading habit.   Call the library to register or for more information.

StoryTime:
Our StoryTime program will be starting its Summer Season on July 9

[Note: StoryTime is not running July 2].  This drop-in program runs Friday mornings at 10:00(ish), and includes stories, songs, rhymes, rhythm instruments, and a simple craft - all promoting early literacy skills for ages 7 & under (and a parent/caregiver).   Themes for July are: Summer, Exploring, Monkeys & more! 

BabyTime:
The library is partnering with Merrickville Cooperative PlayGroup this summer to offer a BabyTime program, for ages 12 months and under, during PlayGroup.  Join us Wed. mornings around 10:00 at/outside the library for rhymes & songs, while the older children play outside.

Free Museum Passes:
Free Museum Passes!  Ottawa Museum Network: Borrow a family pass for 10 Ottawa area local history museums!  Many of these museums offer special events during the summer – check www.ottawamuseumnetwork.com for details.

New Books:
The library has the eagerly awaited Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest by Steig Larsson, plus the latest from: Lee Child, Clive Cussler, Jeffery Deaver, Nelson DeMille, Elizabeth Lowell, Robert Ludlum, & Stuart MacBride; as well as new titles from: Meg Cabot, Jane Green, Sherryl Woods, Danielle Trussoni’s big hit Angelology!

We also have new DVDs, new CD audiobooks, and new downloadable audiobooks for all ages.  Visit the New Books Blog and Teen Blog on our website to see what’s just in!