2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“Be Creative @ Your Library” is the theme for the 2009 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration begins Tuesday, May 26. Enjoy five weeks of summer fun by earning “Musical Notes” for the books you read and for participating in the activities scheduled throughout the program. When you register for the Summer Reading Program, you will receive a book bag, bookmark, pencil, SRP guidelines, and a calendar of scheduled events. This program is open to children who turn 5 by August 31st through grade 8.
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, May 28 at
4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.
LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Fun Day” will be the theme on Tuesday, June 2, 2009. Usually one half-hour session is held for Lap-Sit Story Time each Tuesday at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. In both sessions, children listen to stories and participate in finger plays, songs and crafts. There is no cost for this service and new families are always welcome. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.
USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its June Used Book Sale on Saturday, June 6, 2009, in the Reference Room of the library from 10:00 AM –
11:30 AM. Prices range from $.25 to $3.00. Also, don’t forget the On-Going Used Paperback Sale. Paperback books are always available on the bookshelf to the right of the aquarium to the Children’s Room.
DONATIONS
The Pigeon District Library wishes to thank the following individuals and organizations for their monetary contributions to the library: William and Carol Bain, Caseville Library Club, James and Joanne Christner, Ruby Damm, Robert and Leslie Drury, Edwin and Wanda Eichler, Neal and Anne Eichler, Pauline Eichler, Isabel Leipprandt, Ken and Betty Licht, John and Dawn McCain, Pigeon Worth While Club, Lyle and Betty Shetler, and Hannah Jane Yackle.
LOCAL OBITUARIES ONLINE
The library now has an online file of Huron County obituaries. To search for an obituary, click on the “Local Obituaries” link in the left-hand column of our home page. Then click on the first letter of the deceased person’s last name to view the names which are listed by calendar year, and then click on the name of the person. To view the obituary, click on the “Open” tab and once the information is downloaded you will then be able to read the obituary.
SUMMER SATURDAY HOURS
During June, July, and August, the library’s Saturday hours will be 9 AM -1 PM. Weekday hours remain unchanged.
LIBRARY ON-LINE BOOKSHOP
If you shop on-line for movies, music or books, you can support the library by visiting the on-line bookstore instead of going to Amazon.com or other on-line sites. When you buy at www.pigeon.librarybook-shop.net, 10% of the proceeds from your purchases will be paid to the library. There are millions of titles to choose from, and the bookshop will meet any lower price found elsewhere for any item. Purchases over $25 get free shipping. Tell your friends and family, no matter where they live, how they can support their hometown library.
NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
DVDs:
Barbie Presents Thumbelina
Bedtime Stories
Bride Wars
Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Day the Earth Stood Still
Doubt
Fireproof
Frost/Nixon
Funny Factory with Goofy
Hotel for Dogs
Last Chance Harvey
Marley and Me
Seven Pounds
Slumdog Millionaire
Tale of Despereaux
Thicker Than Water (Hallmark Movie)
Twilight
Underworld-Rise of the Lycans
The Wrestler
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK –MAY 11-17
To celebrate Children’s Book Week, there will be a special story hour on Thursday, May 14th at 4:30 PM. Throughout the week children will have the opportunity to enter their names in drawings for a number of book prizes. Come and join the fun at the Pigeon District Library.
LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Circus” will be the theme on Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Usually one –half-hour session is held for Lap-Sit Story Time each Tuesday at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. In both sessions, children listen to stories and participate in finger plays, songs and crafts. There is no cost for this service and new families are always welcome. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.
MICHGAN WEEK-MAY 16-22
“Great Lakes, Great Traditions-Michigan Week's mission is to inspire people - at the local level - to embrace, explore and celebrate the history, resources and opportunities that set Michigan apart as an ideal state to work, play and thrive.” Books about Michigan and books by Michigan authors will be on display throughout Michigan Week.
MEMORIAL DAY CLOSING
The library will be closed Monday, May 25th. The library will re-open on Tuesday, May 26th at its regular hours of operation.
2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“Be Creative @ Your Library” is the theme for the 2009 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration begins Tuesday, May 26. Enjoy five weeks of summer fun by earning “Musical Notes” for the books you read and for participating in the activities scheduled throughout the program. When you register for the Summer Reading Program, you will receive a book bag, bookmark, pencil, SRP guidelines, and a calendar of scheduled events. This program is open to children who turn 5 by August 31st through grade 8.
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, May 28 at
4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.
LOCAL OBITUARIES ONLINE
The library now has an online file of Huron County obituaries for patrons to view. To search for an obituary, click on the “Local Obituaries” link in the left-hand column of our home page. Then click on the first letter of the deceased person’s last name to view the names which are listed by calendar year, and then click on the name of the person. To view the obituary, click on the “Open” tab and once the information is downloaded you will then be able to read the obituary.
LIBRARY ON-LINE BOOKSHOP
If you shop on-line for movies, music or books, you can support the library by visiting the on-line bookstore instead of going to Amazon.com or other on-line sites. When you buy at www.pigeon.librarybook-shop.net, 10% of the proceeds from your purchases will be paid to the library. There are millions of titles to choose from, and the bookshop will meet any lower price found elsewhere for any item. Purchases over $25 get free shipping. Tell your friends and family, no matter where they live, how they can support their hometown library.
SUMMER SATURDAY HOURS
During June, July, and August, the library’s Saturday hours will be 9 AM -1 PM. Weekday hours remain unchanged.
PIGEON AREA WOMAN’S CLUB DONATION
Thank you, members of the Pigeon Area Woman’s Club, for your monetary donation to the library.
NEW BOOKS
Non-Fiction:
A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity by Bill O’Reilly
The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon by David Grann
Happens Every Day by Isabel Gilles
Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by Steve Harvey
Liberty and Tyranny by Mark R. Levin
Fiction:
The Lost Quilter by Jennifer Chiaverini
Summer on Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber
Loitering with Intent by Stuart Woods
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer
To celebrate Children’s Book Week, there will be a special story hour on Thursday, May 14th at 4:30 PM. Throughout the week children will have the opportunity to enter their names in drawings for a number of book prizes. Come and join the fun at the Pigeon District Library.
LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Circus” will be the theme on Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Usually one –half-hour session is held for Lap-Sit Story Time each Tuesday at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. In both sessions, children listen to stories and participate in finger plays, songs and crafts. There is no cost for this service and new families are always welcome. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.
MICHGAN WEEK-MAY 16-22
“Great Lakes, Great Traditions-Michigan Week's mission is to inspire people - at the local level - to embrace, explore and celebrate the history, resources and opportunities that set Michigan apart as an ideal state to work, play and thrive.” Books about Michigan and books by Michigan authors will be on display throughout Michigan Week.
MEMORIAL DAY CLOSING
The library will be closed Monday, May 25th. The library will re-open on Tuesday, May 26th at its regular hours of operation.
2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“Be Creative @ Your Library” is the theme for the 2009 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration begins Tuesday, May 26. Enjoy five weeks of summer fun by earning “Musical Notes” for the books you read and for participating in the activities scheduled throughout the program. When you register for the Summer Reading Program, you will receive a book bag, bookmark, pencil, SRP guidelines, and a calendar of scheduled events. This program is open to children who turn 5 by August 31st through grade 8.
LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, May 28 at
4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.
LOCAL OBITUARIES ONLINE
The library now has an online file of Huron County obituaries for patrons to view. To search for an obituary, click on the “Local Obituaries” link in the left-hand column of our home page. Then click on the first letter of the deceased person’s last name to view the names which are listed by calendar year, and then click on the name of the person. To view the obituary, click on the “Open” tab and once the information is downloaded you will then be able to read the obituary.
LIBRARY ON-LINE BOOKSHOP
If you shop on-line for movies, music or books, you can support the library by visiting the on-line bookstore instead of going to Amazon.com or other on-line sites. When you buy at www.pigeon.librarybook-shop.net, 10% of the proceeds from your purchases will be paid to the library. There are millions of titles to choose from, and the bookshop will meet any lower price found elsewhere for any item. Purchases over $25 get free shipping. Tell your friends and family, no matter where they live, how they can support their hometown library.
SUMMER SATURDAY HOURS
During June, July, and August, the library’s Saturday hours will be 9 AM -1 PM. Weekday hours remain unchanged.
PIGEON AREA WOMAN’S CLUB DONATION
Thank you, members of the Pigeon Area Woman’s Club, for your monetary donation to the library.
NEW BOOKS
Non-Fiction:
A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity by Bill O’Reilly
The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon by David Grann
Happens Every Day by Isabel Gilles
Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by Steve Harvey
Liberty and Tyranny by Mark R. Levin
Fiction:
The Lost Quilter by Jennifer Chiaverini
Summer on Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber
Loitering with Intent by Stuart Woods
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer
Monday, May 4, 2009
LIBRARY HOURS
The Pigeon District Library is now open every Tuesday and Thursday until
7:00 PM. Hours on the other days remain the same - Monday and Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT
The Pigeon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Girls’ Night Out, on May 7th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The Pigeon District Library will be giving the Girls a deal on DVD rentals! Any lady, age 18 and over, who rents one DVD will receive free rental on a second DVD. So, come to the library and rent some movies to view at home with your family, friends or yourself.
FAMILY MOVIE
Saturday, May 9 at 10:00 AM
“Hotel for Dogs” Rated: PG Time: 100 Minutes
“When Andi and Bruce need somewhere to hide their dog, Friday, they transform an abandoned hotel into a place where no stray gets turned away. Loaded with adorable dogs, a team of clever kids and ingenious gadgets, this heartwarming adventure will leave you wondering—who let the dogs in?”
CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK –MAY 11-17
To celebrate Children’s Book Week, there will be a special story hour on Thursday, May 14th at 4:30 PM. Throughout the week children will have the opportunity to enter their names in drawings for a number of book prizes. Come and join the fun at the Pigeon District Library.
LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Kite Day” will be the theme on Tuesday, May 12, 2009. Usually one –half-hour session is held for Lap-Sit Story Time each Tuesday at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. In both sessions, children listen to stories and participate in finger plays, songs and crafts. There is no cost for this service and new families are always welcome. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.
MICHGAN WEEK-MAY 16-22
“Great Lakes, Great Traditions-Michigan Week's mission is to inspire people - at the local level - to embrace, explore and celebrate the history, resources and opportunities that set Michigan apart as an ideal state to work, play and thrive.” Books about Michigan and books by Michigan authors will be on display throughout Michigan Week.
2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“Be Creative @ Your Library” is the theme for the 2009 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration begins Tuesday, May 26. Enjoy five weeks of summer fun by earning “Musical Notes” for the books you read and for participating in the activities scheduled throughout the program. When you register for the Summer Reading Program, you will receive a book bag, bookmark, pencil, SRP guidelines, and a calendar of scheduled events. This program is open to children who turn 5 by August 31st through grade 8.
LOCAL OBITUARIES ONLINE
The library now has an online file of Huron County obituaries for patrons to view. To search for an obituary, click on the “Local Obituaries” link in the left-hand column of our home page. Then click on the first letter of the deceased person’s last name to view the names which are listed by calendar year, and then click on the name of the person. To view the obituary, click on the “Open” tab and once the information is downloaded you will then be able to read the obituary.
LIBRARY ON-LINE BOOKSHOP
If you shop on-line for movies, music or books, you can support the library by visiting the on-line bookstore instead of going to Amazon.com or other on-line sites. When you buy at www.pigeon.librarybook-shop.net, 10% of the proceeds from your purchases will be paid to the library. There are millions of titles to choose from, and the bookshop will meet any lower price found elsewhere for any item. Purchases over $25 get free shipping. Tell your friends and family, no matter where they live, how they can support their hometown library.
DATES TO REMEMBER
May 11-19 Children’s Book Week
May 14 FOPDL Meeting
May 16-22 Michigan Week
May 25 MEMORIAL DAY—The Library will be CLOSED.
May 26 Summer Reading Program Registration Begins
The Pigeon District Library is now open every Tuesday and Thursday until
7:00 PM. Hours on the other days remain the same - Monday and Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT
The Pigeon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Girls’ Night Out, on May 7th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The Pigeon District Library will be giving the Girls a deal on DVD rentals! Any lady, age 18 and over, who rents one DVD will receive free rental on a second DVD. So, come to the library and rent some movies to view at home with your family, friends or yourself.
FAMILY MOVIE
Saturday, May 9 at 10:00 AM
“Hotel for Dogs” Rated: PG Time: 100 Minutes
“When Andi and Bruce need somewhere to hide their dog, Friday, they transform an abandoned hotel into a place where no stray gets turned away. Loaded with adorable dogs, a team of clever kids and ingenious gadgets, this heartwarming adventure will leave you wondering—who let the dogs in?”
CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK –MAY 11-17
To celebrate Children’s Book Week, there will be a special story hour on Thursday, May 14th at 4:30 PM. Throughout the week children will have the opportunity to enter their names in drawings for a number of book prizes. Come and join the fun at the Pigeon District Library.
LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Kite Day” will be the theme on Tuesday, May 12, 2009. Usually one –half-hour session is held for Lap-Sit Story Time each Tuesday at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. In both sessions, children listen to stories and participate in finger plays, songs and crafts. There is no cost for this service and new families are always welcome. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.
MICHGAN WEEK-MAY 16-22
“Great Lakes, Great Traditions-Michigan Week's mission is to inspire people - at the local level - to embrace, explore and celebrate the history, resources and opportunities that set Michigan apart as an ideal state to work, play and thrive.” Books about Michigan and books by Michigan authors will be on display throughout Michigan Week.
2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“Be Creative @ Your Library” is the theme for the 2009 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration begins Tuesday, May 26. Enjoy five weeks of summer fun by earning “Musical Notes” for the books you read and for participating in the activities scheduled throughout the program. When you register for the Summer Reading Program, you will receive a book bag, bookmark, pencil, SRP guidelines, and a calendar of scheduled events. This program is open to children who turn 5 by August 31st through grade 8.
LOCAL OBITUARIES ONLINE
The library now has an online file of Huron County obituaries for patrons to view. To search for an obituary, click on the “Local Obituaries” link in the left-hand column of our home page. Then click on the first letter of the deceased person’s last name to view the names which are listed by calendar year, and then click on the name of the person. To view the obituary, click on the “Open” tab and once the information is downloaded you will then be able to read the obituary.
LIBRARY ON-LINE BOOKSHOP
If you shop on-line for movies, music or books, you can support the library by visiting the on-line bookstore instead of going to Amazon.com or other on-line sites. When you buy at www.pigeon.librarybook-shop.net, 10% of the proceeds from your purchases will be paid to the library. There are millions of titles to choose from, and the bookshop will meet any lower price found elsewhere for any item. Purchases over $25 get free shipping. Tell your friends and family, no matter where they live, how they can support their hometown library.
DATES TO REMEMBER
May 11-19 Children’s Book Week
May 14 FOPDL Meeting
May 16-22 Michigan Week
May 25 MEMORIAL DAY—The Library will be CLOSED.
May 26 Summer Reading Program Registration Begins
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