Friday is Christmas and I am wondering where the year went. With all of it's ups and downs, I have enjoyed this year very much. I think I will spend the next week considering if I am going to make a New Year's Resolution. I rather doubt it since the only New Year's Resolution I have ever kept was the year I resolved not to make a resolution. I was so successful.
The programs for the winter are now on eventkeeper and most of them have been added to the website. Over the winter break, we will only have one program--a craft and movie. We will be building a Rube Goldburg machine. It will be a lot of fun.
We are having a tooth fairy craft day here at the library with Carol from the Regal Cinemas. Come make a wand, a tooth fairy box and other special crafts. It is sure to be a fun time for everyone. It will be on January 8 at 3:30 pm.
Well, I want to wish everyone a: Happy Holiday, Merry Christmas, Blessed Solstice, Happy Hanakah, Joyful Kwansaa and a Peaceful Id al-Fitr. (If I have missed your holiday, I wish you a joyful one.)
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
December 1st and counting.
Well , we made it through thanksgiving. Now comes the big ones! Are you ready for (hannakah, christmas, New years, Id el fid, Kwansaa?
Candy making was yesterday. It was so much fun! Even the volunteers had a wonderful time and I have to say that we had chocolate (and jimmies and pretzels) all over the floor, and the tables and ourselves. (Sorry, Don) Seriously, wicked cool fun.
The next big Holiday program is the Gingerbread House stories and decorating this coming week. Tickets for the event are already available.
Candy making was yesterday. It was so much fun! Even the volunteers had a wonderful time and I have to say that we had chocolate (and jimmies and pretzels) all over the floor, and the tables and ourselves. (Sorry, Don) Seriously, wicked cool fun.
The next big Holiday program is the Gingerbread House stories and decorating this coming week. Tickets for the event are already available.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Thursday is Thanksgiving
First order of business: Everyone who are driving to be with family---be safe. I want to hear all about your trip.
I am looking out the windows at a grey day. Not gloomy, but definately grey. The rain is falling, but I am grateful that it's not snow. (I really need to practice my spelling. Believe it or not, it has improved over the years.)(Even more unbelievable, Scrabble is my favorite game to play)
We have added some new series like: Just Grace and the Candy Apples stories. Plus we have added some new cd and stories from Discovery Toys. They were donated by Sue Garten and are housed in the house shelving. We have also been adding books and CDs through out the Juvenile room including: Cam Jansen and the Green School Mystery by David Adler, President Pennybaker by Kate Feiffer and Horrible Harry and the Dead Letters by Suzy Kline. We have also added Speaking Spanish with Dora and Diego - Vaminos! Let's Go and Family Adventures.
Starting December 1st, we will be having out decorations to make for the christmas tree. This year we will be making cloth garlands, string crandberries and make ornaments.
I am looking out the windows at a grey day. Not gloomy, but definately grey. The rain is falling, but I am grateful that it's not snow. (I really need to practice my spelling. Believe it or not, it has improved over the years.)(Even more unbelievable, Scrabble is my favorite game to play)
We have added some new series like: Just Grace and the Candy Apples stories. Plus we have added some new cd and stories from Discovery Toys. They were donated by Sue Garten and are housed in the house shelving. We have also been adding books and CDs through out the Juvenile room including: Cam Jansen and the Green School Mystery by David Adler, President Pennybaker by Kate Feiffer and Horrible Harry and the Dead Letters by Suzy Kline. We have also added Speaking Spanish with Dora and Diego - Vaminos! Let's Go and Family Adventures.
Starting December 1st, we will be having out decorations to make for the christmas tree. This year we will be making cloth garlands, string crandberries and make ornaments.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Middle of november
Next week is Thanksgiving. The library raffle has started. The library closes after dark and it is only 5 pm. The Holiday programming has started with sign-ups already in full swing for the chocolate making.
As things start speeding up, I want to encourage you to remember to take some quiet time for yourselves. As we start gearing up for families and our respective holidays, it is not unusual to be going so fast to get everything done, you don't have time to enjoy all the stuff going on. Nothing is more important and disasters are all par for the course. In fact, one of my favorite family memories is when the pipes burst and we had to do our Christmas dishes in the downstairs deep sink. Remember that perfect is not nearly as important as enjoying the moment you are in even the bad ones.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
As things start speeding up, I want to encourage you to remember to take some quiet time for yourselves. As we start gearing up for families and our respective holidays, it is not unusual to be going so fast to get everything done, you don't have time to enjoy all the stuff going on. Nothing is more important and disasters are all par for the course. In fact, one of my favorite family memories is when the pipes burst and we had to do our Christmas dishes in the downstairs deep sink. Remember that perfect is not nearly as important as enjoying the moment you are in even the bad ones.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Sign ups and new classes
Tomorrow it Veterens Day. I love that day. The weather isn't too bad. The library is closed (a rare play day) and its the beginning of the holiday season (for me).
I have started getting the sign-ups ready for the candy making class. There are some older recipes we won't be using and I found some new ones that sound really good. Very, Very exciting.
I am starting to look at the winter schedule and to decide on what classes to offer. I have already received two wonderful suggestions from the patrons: A Wimpy Kid party and Winter snow fest. I was thinking about either a laua or an aussie get-together. I am also looking for a fun winter mystery and making instruments from scratch. If you have any ideas, I would love to hear all bout them. I am also looking for simple crafts for the Friday Craft classes. I have learned that some of crafts I consider are only simple for an adult. ;-)
I want to share a wonderful idea someone gave me today. This year instead of wrapping paper for all my gifts, for friends and family that like to sew, I am going to wrap their gifts in a beautiful piece of fabric and raffia. I'm not sure why this didn't occur to me years ago. It is so planet friendly and still beautiful. I think maybe I was too greedy and unwilling to share my beautiful fabrics with others. How silly of me!
I wish everyone the happiest of holidays. Keep your eyes out for the upcoming events. We are going to have jolly, holly time this year!
I have started getting the sign-ups ready for the candy making class. There are some older recipes we won't be using and I found some new ones that sound really good. Very, Very exciting.
I am starting to look at the winter schedule and to decide on what classes to offer. I have already received two wonderful suggestions from the patrons: A Wimpy Kid party and Winter snow fest. I was thinking about either a laua or an aussie get-together. I am also looking for a fun winter mystery and making instruments from scratch. If you have any ideas, I would love to hear all bout them. I am also looking for simple crafts for the Friday Craft classes. I have learned that some of crafts I consider are only simple for an adult. ;-)
I want to share a wonderful idea someone gave me today. This year instead of wrapping paper for all my gifts, for friends and family that like to sew, I am going to wrap their gifts in a beautiful piece of fabric and raffia. I'm not sure why this didn't occur to me years ago. It is so planet friendly and still beautiful. I think maybe I was too greedy and unwilling to share my beautiful fabrics with others. How silly of me!
I wish everyone the happiest of holidays. Keep your eyes out for the upcoming events. We are going to have jolly, holly time this year!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
November 09
What a wild fall it has been. Cold, then hot and then back to cold - I never know what to wear! I have enjoyed watching the leaves change colors through the windows of the children's room.
There has been a real concern about the H1N1 flu virus. We are very concerned also. To help stop the spread of the virus, we are providing Purell wipes for hands as well as hand sanitizer in the children's room. Also, we are spraying down all the surfaces in the mornings with Lysol surface sanitizer. The toys are getting an additional cleaning on a weekly basis. We ask that if your child is ill that you do not bring them to childrens' room until they are at least 24 hours fever free.
Now on to the fun stuff.
The Boo Bazaar was a hoot. Everyone seemed to have a good time and the Friends of the Bellingham Library raised a little money. I have to give a special call out to Shirley Fadden for the wonderful job she did, not only as a face painter, put putting the program on.
The library and the Friends of the Bellingham Library are getting ready for their annual basket raffle. We will be putting the basket and book groups out the beginning of next week. There are some really cool things being raffled off with the best prize being "The Soloist" basket. We have several raffle items geared for all ages. Do come out and check it out!
We are drawing closer to the holidays and I can't hardly wait. Sign ups for candy making begins on November 16. The program will be held on November 30 and I have new recipes to debut! We will also be having gingerbread stories and decorating, a holiday party and several other fun and exciting programs through the month. I hope to see you there!
There has been a real concern about the H1N1 flu virus. We are very concerned also. To help stop the spread of the virus, we are providing Purell wipes for hands as well as hand sanitizer in the children's room. Also, we are spraying down all the surfaces in the mornings with Lysol surface sanitizer. The toys are getting an additional cleaning on a weekly basis. We ask that if your child is ill that you do not bring them to childrens' room until they are at least 24 hours fever free.
Now on to the fun stuff.
The Boo Bazaar was a hoot. Everyone seemed to have a good time and the Friends of the Bellingham Library raised a little money. I have to give a special call out to Shirley Fadden for the wonderful job she did, not only as a face painter, put putting the program on.
The library and the Friends of the Bellingham Library are getting ready for their annual basket raffle. We will be putting the basket and book groups out the beginning of next week. There are some really cool things being raffled off with the best prize being "The Soloist" basket. We have several raffle items geared for all ages. Do come out and check it out!
We are drawing closer to the holidays and I can't hardly wait. Sign ups for candy making begins on November 16. The program will be held on November 30 and I have new recipes to debut! We will also be having gingerbread stories and decorating, a holiday party and several other fun and exciting programs through the month. I hope to see you there!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Winter approaches
It's been four months since my last blog. In that time, summer has come and gone along with along with alot of fun and exciting events. Last weekend we held the Boo bazaar at the library and it was challenging. We had to change our plans to accomidate for the weather, but it all worked out and the Friends of the Bellingham Library earned some money that will be used to benefit the library. It really was a great kickoff for the holiday season....which we are all looking forward to!
I have been busy planning for the coming season. We will be bringing back the ever popular candy making class with some new recipes. I can't hardly wait to try them. The gingerbread house decorating with stories will be held on two days: a Thursday evening so that the whole family can attend if they want and a Friday afternoon on one of the regular craft days. These are just a few of the great programs (well, I think anything with chocolate is great) we will be holding this fall.
Our movie maker group is really moving along with the commercial for teen zone. They are so full of ideas. They are already planning a movie to be told in serial form along with cliff hangers. With each of our teens adding their special talent, it is sure to be an exciting event. We will keep you posted as we move along on the movie makers blog. Be sure and check it out.
I have been busy planning for the coming season. We will be bringing back the ever popular candy making class with some new recipes. I can't hardly wait to try them. The gingerbread house decorating with stories will be held on two days: a Thursday evening so that the whole family can attend if they want and a Friday afternoon on one of the regular craft days. These are just a few of the great programs (well, I think anything with chocolate is great) we will be holding this fall.
Our movie maker group is really moving along with the commercial for teen zone. They are so full of ideas. They are already planning a movie to be told in serial form along with cliff hangers. With each of our teens adding their special talent, it is sure to be an exciting event. We will keep you posted as we move along on the movie makers blog. Be sure and check it out.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Summer is Here
The school year is coming to a close which means it time for me to visit the schools. I will be visiting Stallbrook first, Macy second and South last with a quick visit to the middle school. I am really looking forward to it.
The summer reading program is now online. Everyone can register for it, but you can't start logging your hours until June 1st. Just think, this year you can even count the last month of school reading. Isn't that awesome.
We will be reading for raffle tickets this year. We have put together bags of goodies (books, puzzles, stuffed animals and other cool things). For every hour you read, you will receive 5 raffle tickets (1 for every 10 minutes). Plus there will be prizes for reading the most books, for reading the most hours, etc. We will also be creating a milky way in the children's room of every book that we read. How exciting is that! We hope everyone will participate.
The summer reading program is now online. Everyone can register for it, but you can't start logging your hours until June 1st. Just think, this year you can even count the last month of school reading. Isn't that awesome.
We will be reading for raffle tickets this year. We have put together bags of goodies (books, puzzles, stuffed animals and other cool things). For every hour you read, you will receive 5 raffle tickets (1 for every 10 minutes). Plus there will be prizes for reading the most books, for reading the most hours, etc. We will also be creating a milky way in the children's room of every book that we read. How exciting is that! We hope everyone will participate.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Summer is fast approaching
It's hard to believe that summer is almost here. MCAS's have been roaring through. The weather is finally turning nice. The birds are returning to my husbands bird feeders.
Programming at the library is slowing down as I get ready to make my yearly visits to all the grade schools. I can't wait to see everyone.
Summer programming is really kicking into gears with lots of cool performers coming including Keith Michael Johnson, bubble artist and Dan Bowen, magician. It's going to be really fun. You can keep track of everything we are doing by going to the website and clicking on the 2009 Summer Reading Program on the kids page. Sign-ups for the program begin now but the logging doesn't begin until June 1st. We will be having a raffle at the end of the summer and you can earn the tickets to be in it just by reading, reading, reading. We also have some other plans that we are working on and will tell you more in the near future.
Programming at the library is slowing down as I get ready to make my yearly visits to all the grade schools. I can't wait to see everyone.
Summer programming is really kicking into gears with lots of cool performers coming including Keith Michael Johnson, bubble artist and Dan Bowen, magician. It's going to be really fun. You can keep track of everything we are doing by going to the website and clicking on the 2009 Summer Reading Program on the kids page. Sign-ups for the program begin now but the logging doesn't begin until June 1st. We will be having a raffle at the end of the summer and you can earn the tickets to be in it just by reading, reading, reading. We also have some other plans that we are working on and will tell you more in the near future.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
March Madness and Leprachans
Erin go braugh! to all my friends. I saw my first robin yesterday looking for bugs in the snow. Yep, it really is spring!
We are starting to redo our long range plan for the library. We have to do this every five years for Massachusetts Board of Library Commissionaires. This plan includes every element of library from collection development (what materials we buy), programming (we all know what that is) and our goals for the future. This is your chance to talk about what you like, what you don't like and where you would like to see the library go in the future. Keep a weathered eye out for ways you can help with the library planning for the next five years.
Children's programming is a bit scarce right now, but don't worry it will improve nearer the summer. We have some great plans for May and June. Due to budgetary cuts, we will be asking for more donations, but don't worry. We don't plan on excluding anyone just because they can't donate anything. Summer vacation is taking some interesting twists and turns. It is challenging my creativity, but in a good way.
So catch a leprechan, find a crocus and enjoy the change to spring.
We are starting to redo our long range plan for the library. We have to do this every five years for Massachusetts Board of Library Commissionaires. This plan includes every element of library from collection development (what materials we buy), programming (we all know what that is) and our goals for the future. This is your chance to talk about what you like, what you don't like and where you would like to see the library go in the future. Keep a weathered eye out for ways you can help with the library planning for the next five years.
Children's programming is a bit scarce right now, but don't worry it will improve nearer the summer. We have some great plans for May and June. Due to budgetary cuts, we will be asking for more donations, but don't worry. We don't plan on excluding anyone just because they can't donate anything. Summer vacation is taking some interesting twists and turns. It is challenging my creativity, but in a good way.
So catch a leprechan, find a crocus and enjoy the change to spring.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Depression, recession, and comprehension
It is time to plan not only the summer and fall programming, but the library budget for the new year. As we all know the outlook is grim for everyone and my heart goes out to all who have lost their jobs and are struggling to make ends meet. The library is also working to make ends meet. I will be adjusting all my programming to better fit into the needs of the library. I would love to hear from you what programming you think is the most important to continue in the fall.
Also, to my homeschool families, I would love to hear more from you about how the library can better serve your schooling needs.
The groundhog was wrong. Spring is in the air. While I have yet to see a crocus, the teens are falling in love. (That is the first sign of spring for me!) Now the clouds I see no longer seem threatening. They are now filled with rain to grow the flowers that spread the pollen that make me sneeze and wheeze and talk like a frog. I can hardly wait. (Where's my Zrteck?)
Happy springtime everyone!
Also, to my homeschool families, I would love to hear more from you about how the library can better serve your schooling needs.
The groundhog was wrong. Spring is in the air. While I have yet to see a crocus, the teens are falling in love. (That is the first sign of spring for me!) Now the clouds I see no longer seem threatening. They are now filled with rain to grow the flowers that spread the pollen that make me sneeze and wheeze and talk like a frog. I can hardly wait. (Where's my Zrteck?)
Happy springtime everyone!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
The new year came in with a storm. Does that mean that it will go out with sunshine next year? (In like a lion, out like a lamb) Hmmm, something to keep in mind.
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday, no matter what holiday you celebrate. I certainly did. While I missed seeing my friends at Ring-A-Ding, I got to enjoy some wonderful warm weather in California.
With the holidays over, it is time to get back to our regular schedule. There are a few changes. We have added a new program called Book IT! for Kindergarten through Second grade children. Rhythm and Rhyme has returned on Tuesdays along with Artsy Kids. I will be stopping Ring-A-Ding on Thursday due to scheduling conflicts, but, over all, things look pretty good.
We are going to start filming with the teens to add tours and other information onto the website hopefully in the next month. It is just getting it setup. So there is alot going on.
I hope to see everyone at the library this winter. Happy sledding!
The new year came in with a storm. Does that mean that it will go out with sunshine next year? (In like a lion, out like a lamb) Hmmm, something to keep in mind.
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday, no matter what holiday you celebrate. I certainly did. While I missed seeing my friends at Ring-A-Ding, I got to enjoy some wonderful warm weather in California.
With the holidays over, it is time to get back to our regular schedule. There are a few changes. We have added a new program called Book IT! for Kindergarten through Second grade children. Rhythm and Rhyme has returned on Tuesdays along with Artsy Kids. I will be stopping Ring-A-Ding on Thursday due to scheduling conflicts, but, over all, things look pretty good.
We are going to start filming with the teens to add tours and other information onto the website hopefully in the next month. It is just getting it setup. So there is alot going on.
I hope to see everyone at the library this winter. Happy sledding!
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