New million-dollar Cameron library, senior center is almost finished Nov 19, 2009
On-going projects include working in the library, assistance with children's programming, National Library Week promoting and helping with library projects and fundraising. The senior citizens and friends of the library have been working together to make a new library and senior center a reality. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Children's author visits Frisco Library (PHOTO) Nov 3, 2009
As part of library week, visitors also had the opportunity to have their pictures taken with a favorite book which was then made into a poster with a variety of backdrops. "Read" posters, produced by the American Library Association, usually picture celebrities or famous authors reading favorite titles. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Wilmington library presents winter jazz concert Oct 27, 2009
Library Week drawing winner Paul C. Bergman was the winner of the Friends of the Library book bag and a $25 dollar gift certificate to the Book Store Next Door. Thanks to all the shoppers who shopped at the Book Store Next Door during National Friends of the Library Week. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Retail store celebrates Imagination Library Week Sep 22, 2009
Employees from Target in Spring Hill helped Maury County celebrate Imagination Library Week Friday by reading to children at Riverside Elementary School ... Their employees have graciously donated their time to read to our students during Imagination Library Week ... Imagination Library Week, now in its fourth year, is a statewide celebration of Dolly Parton s Imagination Library. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Col. Timothy R. Reese, Aug 1, 2009
Government Info Pro: Opening Keynote: MLW 2007. Enter your email address. (Harper's Magazine)
Library grants amnesty for overdue books Jul 5, 2009
In celebration of National Library Week, the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is having an amnesty program through Saturday. The program is intended to encourage the return of library materials by library users whose overdue fines are keeping them from coming back to the library. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Community Calendar Jun 4, 2009
Jack London s, Call of the Wild was voted the library s favorite classic during National Library Week. The library is inviting the community to attend a book discussion at 6 p.m. on June 10. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Fayette author brings passion to children's stories Apr 30, 2009
Librarian Linda Adams was pleased to have Hannigan discuss her book recently during national library week. "She is very well-known in the literary world and has won a number of awards for her work," Adams said. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
First Books for Kids visits Crandons Story Hour program Apr 28, 2009
On Wednesday, April 15, Leah VanZile from the First Books for Kids program visited the Crandon Public Library's Story Hour program as part of Crandon's National Library Week celebration. The mission of First Books For Kids program is to provide free books to pre-school aged children, ages three through five, along with parent reading guides in Oneida, Vilas and Forest counties. (Forest Republican, WI)
Variety spices up life at the library Apr 19, 2009
"Worlds Connect at the Library" was the theme for this year's National Library Week, and to celebrate locally, John Pappas, the library's outreach services coordinator, invited vibrant, cultural community groups to entice people to the northern branch. Diverse groups such as the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology's India Club, the Sons of Norway, and the Germans from Russia Heritage Society served food, dressed in traditional garb and shared information about their cultures. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK Apr 17, 2009
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New materials added to county's libraries as tools for economic development Apr 17, 2009
MONTROSE As part of National Library Week, April 12-18, and to highlight the importance of libraries growing their communities' economic well-being, dozens of new business development books are now on display, on the shelves and ready for check out at Lee County libraries. These materials can be found at the libraries in Donnellson, Fort Madison, Keokuk, Montrose and West Point, as well as the Great River Business Information Center (BIC) at Southeastern Community College's Keokuk campus. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Culver's helps kids celebrate reading Apr 17, 2009
In celebration of National Library Week, April 12-18, the Chippewa Falls Public Library will join the Wisconsin Library Association Foundation and the Culver s restaurant in Chippewa Falls in the Worlds Connect at your library drawing campaign for children 11 and under ... First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
A timely boost for libraries Apr 16, 2009
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is marking National Library Week, April 12-18, with a serve more people during the current economic downturn. Foundation officials hope to accomplish that goal with projects designed to enhance public support for libraries and help them raise money. (Longview Daily News, WA)
More of this story Apr 16, 2009
It's National Library Week ... And since it is National Library Week, April 12-18, there is no better time to tell you what is new and exciting at the Glacier County Public Library ... Dubbe and her staff have something else they would like to share with you and it's more than the candy they will be putting out for National Library Week. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
New DVD titles available at local libraries Apr 16, 2009
Each library will receive approximately one-third of their titles in time for National Library Week in April, approximately one-third of their titles in time for Independence Day in July and approximately one-third of their titles in time for Childrens Book Week/American Education Week in November ... National Library Week will begin on Sunday, April 12 and end on Saturday, April 18 so you can begin to make tracks to your local public library to check out what is available. (Forest Republican, WI)
Native flowers are beginning to bloom Apr 16, 2009
This week is National Library Week, National Environment Week and Egg Salad Week (wonder why that is. . (Forest Republican, WI)
Backward Glances Apr 16, 2009
45 YEARS AGO- Hudson entertainer Russ Burgess created a 45 RPM record on the subject: Stop Smoking Today, his response to recent finding that lung cancer was often due to smoking An Arabian Theater, handcrafted by Hudson resident Charles Groves, was displayed during Library Week at Hudson Public Library. The electrified theater, complete with ornamental d. (Hudson Sun, MA)
The answer man: Reference librarian’s work is all Q & A Apr 16, 2009
His profession is marking National Library Week this week. Wood became a reference librarian six years ago. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Sci-fi Saturday at library Apr 16, 2009
This is a family-friendly event and is part of the Lake Wales Public Library s month-long celebration of National Library Week. For information call 678-4004. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Maury County celebrates ‘National Library Month’ Apr 16, 2009
April 12-18 is officially National Library Week, but reference librarian Adam Southern said at the Maury County Library it has been turned into a month-long event. For our patrons, all during the month, we have several different door prizes up for grabs, and on Monday we are holding our annual Patron Appreciation Day, Southern said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
• Library hosts National Library Week activities Apr 15, 2009
Library hosts National Library Week activities By Damon HunzekerTimes-News writer BURLEY - If you'd like to forget that it's April 15, go to the library and play Nintendo. The Burley Public Library will host several events in recognition of National Library Week - including open-house tours from 1 to 5 p.m. today and access to Nintendo Wii video games from 2 to 5 p.m.. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Libraries keep us connected Apr 15, 2009
LOADING Apr 15, 2009 - 04:05:17 CDT By DORIS OTTBismarck This week, schools, campuses and communities across the country celebrate National Library Week, a time to remind the public about the contributions libraries, librarians and library workers make to their communities every day ... Find out by visiting your library during National Library Week. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Fowl Play at the Library Apr 15, 2009
This week is National Library Week, and those with overdue library books can turn them in this week and have their overdue fines waived. Share this Article. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Library has storytime, sewing Apr 15, 2009
The Madison County Library is observing National Library Week, which began this past Sunday and runs through Saturday. Residents younger than 18 who sign up for a library card this week will receive a special prize. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Reporter's Notebook: Visit the library during National Library Week Apr 14, 2009
To recognize the service libraries across the nation provide to millions of Americans each day, the commissioners proclaimed April 12 through April 18 National Library Week. All residents are encouraged to visit CCLS this week to take advantage of the resources available and thank their librarians and library workers for making information accessible to all who walk through the librarys doors. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Letters to the Edtior Apr 14, 2009
April 13 kicks off National Library Week and with that in mind we are inviting all Beverly kids to show their Beverly pride and read as many books as they can to support our library-on-wheels. It s the Second City-Wide Read-A-thon for the Bookmobile. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
National Library Week; celebrate by going green Apr 12, 2009
The libraries in Gillette and Wright will celebrate National Library Week beginning Monday. This years theme is Get Your Green On @ Your Library. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Button, button who's got the button Apr 12, 2009
This week is National Library Week, and in addition to encouraging everyone to visit their local libraries, I thought I'd pass on some information. The State Department of Public Instruction says there are 3,676 libraries in Wisconsin. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
At 50, Sierra Vista library remains 'vital' Apr 11, 2009
During National Library Week, April 17-22, the Sierra Vista Public Library will be celebrating 50 years of service to residents such as the Farmers. A lot has changed in 50 years. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Catoosa Library plans special guests for National Library Week, April 12-18 Apr 11, 2009
Step up to the Plate, Read is the theme for Catoosa County Library s National Library Week celebration ... Ringgold mayor Joe Barger signed a proclamation officially recognizing National Library Week and its mission to support literacy. (Catoosa County News, GA)
- CALEXICO: Library to celebrate 0 Apr 11, 2009
Camarena Memorial Library will be celebrating National Library Week April 13 to April 16. Schedule for events is. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Farmington swears in new mayor Apr 11, 2009
Mayor Jeannie Roberts began the distribution of plaques by presenting a proclamation noting Library Week to Bonnie Coleman, of the Farmington Public Library. She followed by making a proclamation regarding national Week of the Young Child. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Shelf life - Celebrating wealth of information Apr 11, 2009
April 13-18 is National Library Week, and Missoula Public Library is ready for fun with daily raffles and special events all week long. ... Our annual Library Week celebration, part of a national acknowledgement of the importance of libraries in today s world, will showcase the great services we offer: from online resources covering topics like auto repair, music, and market trends, to downloadable audio books, readers advisory, and as always outstanding reference services. (Missoulian, MT)
Fort Meade Commission Agenda Mixes Business And Presentations Apr 11, 2009
Commissioners will read proclamations for Child Abuse Month and National Library Week. Alan Rayl will be available to answer questions about the Heritage Park paving project. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
• Hailey library series pays tribute to American Indian tribes Apr 10, 2009
"We realized it fell during National Library Week and so we got pretty excited about the idea," said librarian Jeanie Johnston. "It's the biggest thing we've ever organized on our own.". (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Events calendar Apr 10, 2009
Burley Public Library open house, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the library, 1300 Miller Ave., in celebration of National Library Week. Features a tour of the library facility (including technical services and basement storage areas), and cake in honor of the library's 98th birthday. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Libraries, books and words Apr 10, 2009
As we celebrate National Library Week this week on Kaua i we are reminded that libraries in Hawai i have taken a 10 percent state budget cut in response to the economic downturn ... This week as we remember all that we celebrate for National Library Week, it is the time to tell state legislators that libraries are needed too much to do without. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Food donation can erase library fines Apr 8, 2009
The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library will be accepting donations of nonperishable food as payment for library fines during National Library Week, April 12 through 18. One can or package of food will be equivalent to 1 in fines. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Leach Public Library Apr 7, 2009
In celebration of the library s anniversary and National Library Week, MacIver and her staff welcome the public to an open house Wednesday, April 15 from 1-4:30 p.m.. Copyright. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Wilmington library participatse in National Library Week Apr 7, 2009
Wilmington Library Director Tina Stewart and the library staff invite residents to rediscover all the library offers during National Library Week, April 13-18 ... Everyone who visits the library during National Library Week will have the chance to enter a daily drawing for a $10 gift certificate to the Book Store Next Door. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Hulsey library display features residents bookmark collection Apr 7, 2009
Published: Monday, April 6, 2009 12:01 PM CDT Libraries are the focus during April when National Library Week is observed. Return to: | . (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Library finesconvert to food Apr 5, 2009
Published: Saturday, April 4, 2009 9:09 AM EDT The Lake Wales Public Library will conduct Food for Fines during the month of April in honor of National Library Week and Florida s Library Appreciation Month. Food for Fines is a semi-annual fines amnesty program that provides patrons the opportunity to pay overdue fines with a donation of food to the Lake Wales Care Center. (Lake Wales News, FL)
On the Agenda: Cumberland County Apr 5, 2009
Proclamation for National Library Week. Approval of modifications to Community Development Block Grant program budget for fiscal year 2007. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Florida author at LW Public library Apr 5, 2009
This program is free and open to the public and is part of the Lake Wales Public Library s month-long celebration of National Library Week. For information call 863-678-4004. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Library to host PJ Parties each Monday in April Apr 4, 2009
The PJ Parties are held in celebration of National Library Week (April 13-19) and the Month of the Young Child. These free programs are for all Otsego County children ages 3 to 8 and take place on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
• Book lovers, choose your costumes Apr 3, 2009
During National Library Week, April 13-18, the library will hold activities for every age. All week (April 13-18). (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Celebrate National Library Week Apr 2, 2009
Last modified: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 3:36 PM PDT. This year organizers are encouraging people to get reacquainted with the classics. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Library corner 4-2 Apr 2, 2009
LAMOILLE ; The LaMoille-Clarion Library would like to invite its patrons to help celebrate National Library Week, which is April 12-18 this year, by writing about or drawing a picture of their favorite book or what they most like to do at the library. WYANET ; At the Raymond A. Sapp Library, April;s 2nd Thursday @ the presenter will be Chef Eran Salzmann from Zbest Cafe in Sheffield. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Barnstable Notes Mar 25, 2009
Food drive at library The Hyannis Public Library is celebrating National Library Week for the entire month of April by holding a Spring into Action Food Drive for the local food pantries. This is an opportunity to reduce your late fees and begin using your library cards again when you donate canned goods and non-perishable food items. (Yarmouth Register, MA)
City gearing up for National Library Weeks, April 12 - 28 Mar 21, 2009
The Lake Region Public Library will host Library week activities in April. Devils Lake will be among communities nationwide celebrating National Library Week during a stretch from April 12-28 ... National Library Week was started in 1958 and has become an annual observance across the country. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)