Pigeon District Library

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:49:00 +0000

HOLIDAY HOURS AT THE LIBRARY
The Pigeon District Library will close at 12 PM (Noon) on Thursday, December 24, 2009 and will be closed on December 25, 2009. The library will reopen on Saturday, December 26 with its scheduled hours of 9 AM to 3 PM.

The library will also be closed at 12 PM (Noon) on Thursday, December 31, 2009 and will be closed on January 1, 2010. The library will reopen on Saturday, January 2 with its scheduled hours of 9 AM to 3 PM.

FOOD FOR FINES UNTIL JANUARY 2
Start the year 2010 free of fines. For every canned/boxed item you bring to the library, we will reduce your fine by $1.00. These non-perishable items will then be given to the local food pantry to replenish their shelves.

STORY HOUR
“Fun Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, December 29, 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.

HOLIDAY DVD RENTALS
From now until January 2, patrons can rent DVDs at half-price for the holiday season. The rental period is still 2 days for a new DVD rental, and 3 days for DVDs that have been in our collection 90 days or more.

TAX BENEFITS OF GIVING TO PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
Michigan Income Tax:
By donating to the Pigeon District Library you can receive up to half of your donation back on your Michigan Income Taxes. You receive a credit of 50% of the contribution directly off your income tax. (Maximum of $100 for single return or $200 for joint return).

Federal Income Tax:
Donations to the Pigeon District Library count as Gifts to Charity in the Federal Tax Code and therefore can be deducted from your income if you itemize your deductions. You get the benefit of deducting entire donation from your income even though you get up to half of it back on your Michigan Income Taxes.

BOOK CLUB
There will be no book club meeting in December due to the holiday season. Book Club will resume in the month of January 2010. The book chosen for the January reading is “Veil of Roses.”

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
The Pigeon District Library’s Adult Winter Reading Program is scheduled to begin in January 2009. We think it will be a lot of fun for our adult readers, but participation is totally optional. Details will be coming very soon.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

INCLEMENT WEATHER
When the weather outside gets frightful, please call the library or listen to WLEW to make sure the library will be open for your reading needs.

UPCOMING DECEMBER ACTIVITIES
December 24: Library Closes at Noon.
December 25: Library is closed for Christmas Day
December 28: Game Time for Children-All Ages
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Snack provided.

Some of the games available-Scrabble Slam Card Game, Monopoly Deal Card Game, Pictureka! Card Game, Pictureka! Board Game, Twister, Memory Card Games for the younger children, Chutes and Ladders Board Game, Candy Land Board Game, several other games will be available for children to try out.

December 31: Library Closes at Noon.
January 1, 2010: Library is closed for New Year’s Day

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:51:00 +0000

FOOD FOR FINES UNTIL JANUARY 2
Start the year 2010 free of fines. For every canned/boxed item you bring to the library, we will reduce your fine by $1.00. These non-perishable items will then be given to the local food pantry to replenish their shelves.

STORY HOUR
There will be no Lap-Sit or Story Hour on December 22, 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.

HOLIDAY DVD RENTALS
From December 21 to January 2, patrons can rent DVDs at half-price for the holiday season. The rental period is still 2 days for a new DVD rental, and 3 days for DVDs that have been in our collection 90 days or more.

BOOK CLUB
There will be no book club meeting in December due to the holiday season. Book Club will resume in the month of January 2010. The book chosen for the January reading is “Veil of Roses.”

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
The Pigeon District Library’s Adult Winter Reading Program is scheduled to begin in January 2009. We think it will be a lot of fun for our adult readers, but participation is totally optional. Details will be coming very soon.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

INCLEMENT WEATHER
When the weather outside gets frightful, please call the library or listen to WLEW to make sure the library will be open for your reading needs.

UPCOMING DECEMBER ACTIVITIES
December 17: “HAWG” Huron Area Writers Group meets at 7:00 PM in the
library’s Community Room.
December 18: Adult Christmas Movie 10:00 AM
“White Christmas”
Refreshments will be served.
December 21: Kids’ Christmas movie “Merry Madagascar” and
Christmas Cookie decorating 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
December 24: Library Closes at Noon.
December 25: Library is closed for Christmas Day
December 28: Game Time for Children-All Ages
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Snack provided.
Some of the games available-Scrabble Slam Card Game, Monopoly Deal Card Game, Pictureka! Card Game, Pictureka! Board Game, Twister, Memory Card Games for the younger children, Chutes and Ladders Board Game, Candy Land Board Game, several other games will be available for children to try out.
December 31: Library Closes at Noon.
January 1, 2010: Library is closed for New Year’s Day

BOOKPAGE
The December 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest book review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, audio, and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.” BookPage can also be accessed through the internet at www.bookpage.com.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
Fiction:
Breathless by Dean Koontz
The Devil’s Company by David Liss
The Help by Kathyrn Stockett
Her Fearful Symmetry by Audrey Niffenegger
Hollywood Moon by Joseph Wambaugh
Pirate Latitudes by Michael Crichton
This is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper

Mystery:
New Tricks by David Rosenfelt

Non-Fiction:
Better Homes and Gardens –
Annual Recipe 2010 by Better Homes and Gardens

Cooking Light-Annual Recipes 2010 by Oxmoor House
How to Cook Everything Vegetarian by Mark Bittman
Our Choice by Al Gore
Why My Third Husband Will Be A Dog by Lisa Scottoline
Wreck Ashore by Frederick Stonehouse

Reference:
International Vital Records Handbook by Thomas J. Kemp

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:57:00 +0000

FOOD FOR FINES: DECEMBER 14-JANUARY 2
Start the year 2010 free of fines. For every canned/boxed item you bring to the library, we will reduce your fine by $1.00. These non-perishable items will then be given to the local food pantry to replenish their shelves.

GIVING TREE
With the holidays approaching, please consider the “Gift of Reading” by donating a new or gently used book and placing it under our GIVING TREE. Book donations are being sought for boys and girls in the following age categories: 0-5, 6-9, and 13-16, with the greatest need in the 13-16 category. Books which are donated will be wrapped by library staff and patrons and will be picked up by the Pigeon Area Food Pantry in time to be delivered to children in time for Christmas. December 14th is the last day for book donations for the Giving Tree.

STORY HOUR
“Christmas” will be the theme on Tuesday, December 15, 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.

HOLIDAY DVD RENTALS
From December 21 to January 2, patrons can rent DVDs at half-price for the holiday season. The rental period is still 2 days for a new DVD rental, and 3 days for DVDs that have been in our collection 90 days or more.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

INCLEMENT WEATHER
When the weather outside gets frightful, please call the library or listen to WLEW to make sure the library will be open for your reading needs.

UPCOMING DECEMBER ACTIVITIES
December 10: Free Movie 4:30 PM
“Night at the Museum-Battle of the Smithsonian” Rated: PG
December 17: “HAWG” Huron Area Writers Group meets at 7:00 PM in the
library’s Community Room.
December 18: Adult Christmas Movie 10:00 AM
“White Christmas”
Refreshments will be served.
December 21: Kids’ Christmas movie “Merry Madagascar” and
Christmas Cookie decorating 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
December 24: Library Closes at Noon.
December 25: Library is closed for Christmas Day
December 28: Game Time for Children-All Ages
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Snack provided.
Some of the games available-Scrabble Slam Card Game, Monopoly Deal Card Game, Pictureka! Card Game, Pictureka! Board Game, Twister, Memory Card Games for the younger children, Chutes and Ladders Board Game, Candy Land Board Game, several other games will be available for children to try out.
December 31: Library Closes at Noon.
January 1, 2010: Library is closed for New Year’s Day

BOOKPAGE
The December 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest book review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, audio, and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.” BookPage can also be accessed through the internet at www.bookpage.com.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for the month of November 2009 was 3,418 items, including 1,639 Books, 17 Cameras and Toys, 3 Discovery Packs, 299 DVD Rentals, 422 Videos, 105 Non-Fiction Videos and DVDs, 121 Audio and CD, 56 Periodicals, 248 Internet Users, 16 Puzzles, and 543 New Materials Check-Outs. Inter-loan statistics included 227 items borrowed and 355 items loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium. From the MeLCat library system 79 items were borrowed and 26 items loaned and on the Peabody system 5 items were loaned to other libraries. Income received included $139.15 from Copier, $232.00 from Fines, $66.00 from Faxes. Four Story Hours were held with 44 in attendance. Twenty-four registrations for the month included: Caseville 4, Fairhaven 3, McKinley 1, Oliver 7, and Winsor 9.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 19:07:00 +0000

STORY HOUR
“Christmas” will be the theme on Tuesday, December 8, 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.

GIVING TREE
With the holidays approaching, please consider the “Gift of Reading” by donating a new or gently used book and placing it under our GIVING TREE, which will be located in our Children’s Room after the Thanksgiving holiday. Book donations are being sought for boys and girls in the following age categories: 0-5, 6-9, and 13-16, with the greatest need in the 13-16 category. Books which are donated will be wrapped by library staff and patrons and will be picked up by the Pigeon Area Food Pantry in time to be delivered to children in time for Christmas.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.USED BOOK SALEThe Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its December Used Book Sale on Saturday, December 5, 2009, in the Reference Room of the library from 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM. 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.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:26:00 +0000

STORY HOUR
“Snow” will be the theme on Tuesday, December 1, 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.

GIVING TREE
With the holidays approaching, please consider the “Gift of Reading” by donating a new or gently used book and placing it under our GIVING TREE, which will be located in our Children’s Room after the Thanksgiving holiday. Book donations are being sought for boys and girls in the following age categories: 0-5, 6-9, and 13-16, with the greatest need in the 13-16 category. Books which are donated will be wrapped by library staff and patrons and will be picked up by the Pigeon Area Food Pantry in time to be delivered to children in time for Christmas.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its December Used Book Sale on Saturday, December 5, 2009, in the Reference Room of the library from 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM. 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.

UPCOMING DECEMBER ACTIVITIES
December 7-8: Usborne Book Fair in the Community Room of the library.

December 10: Free Movie
“Night at the Museum-Battle of the Smithsonian” Rated: PG

December 17: “HAWG” Huron Area Writers Group meets at 7:00 PM in the
library’s Community Room.

December 18: Adult Christmas Movie 2:00 PM
“White Christmas”
Refreshments will be served.

December 21: Kids’ Christmas movie “Merry Madagascar” and
Christmas Cookie decorating 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

December 24: Library Closes at Noon.

December 25: Library is closed for Christmas Day

December 28: Game Time for Children-All Ages
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Snack provided.

Some of the games available-Scrabble Slam Card Game, Monopoly Deal Card Game, Pictureka! Card Game, Pictureka! Board Game, Twister, Memory Card Games for the younger children, Chutes and Ladders Board Game, Candy Land Board Game, several other games will be available for children to try out.

December 31: Library Closes at Noon.

January 1, 2010: Library is closed for New Year’s Day

Huron Area Writers Group meeting

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:26:00 +0000

Thursday, December 17, 2009
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pigeon District Library

The Huron Area Writers Group will be holding an organizational meeting to gauge the interest level and support for a writing club. Once established, we will continue to meet on the third Thursday of each month. The meetings and club are open to all writers at all levels. Any residents who have an interest in or a love for writing are welcome.

The organizational meeting will set the direction of the group. Dennis Collins and Dave Vizard are the organizers and the key contact people for the meetings.Dave Vizard(989) 553-4840

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:54:00 +0000

STORY HOUR
“Thanksgiving ” will be the theme on Tuesday, November 24, 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.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the November meeting will be “The Wednesday Sisters” by Meg Waite Clayton. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, November 24 at 6:30 PM.
This meeting will be held at Country Bay Village, which is located at 161 Country Bay Drive. Country Bay Village is located across the street from the tennis courts and ball fields in Pigeon. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Friday, November 27th.

GIVING TREE
With the holidays approaching, please consider the “Gift of Reading” by donating a new or gently used book and placing it under our GIVING TREE, which will be located in our Children’s Room after the Thanksgiving holiday. Book donations are being sought for boys and girls in the following age categories: 0-5, 6-9, and 13-16, with the greatest need in the 13-16 category. Books which are donated will be wrapped by library staff and patrons and will be picked up by the Pigeon Area Food Pantry in time to be delivered to children in time for Christmas.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

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.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS

Movies:

Aliens in the Attic
Rated: PG

G.I. Joe-The Rise of Cobra Rated:
PG-13

Ice Age 3-Dawn of the Dinosaurs
Rated: PG

Land of the Lost
Rated: PG-13
Taking of Pelham 1 2 3
Rated: R
Tinker Bell and The Lost Treasure
Rated: G
Transformers-Revenge of the Fallen
Rated: PG-13

Music on CD:
Brad Paisley-America Saturday Night
Five for Fighting-Slice
George Strait-Twang
Jackson Browne-Time the Conqueror
Jason Mraz-We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things
Taylor Swift-Fearless
Tim McGraw-Southern Grace

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:06:00 +0000

FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, November 12 at 4:30 PM
“UP” Rated: PG Time: 96 minutes
“Seventy-eight-year-old balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen finally fulfills his lifelong dream of a great adventure when he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the wilds of South America. He discovers too late that an 8-year-old Wilderness Explorer named Russell has stowed away.”

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY FUNDRAISER
You Donate $5. We give you $10 to spend! The Friends of the Pigeon District Library (FOPDL) are selling Community Day Event coupons booklets for $5.00 each. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. The sale will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Younkers store in the Bay City Mall and other Bon-Ton stores listed in the booklet.

Inside the coupon booklet is one $10 coupon to spend at Younkers or any other Bon-Ton store. Also included are eight 20% off coupons, pre-sale advantages, and bonus buys. Exclusions do apply so check your coupons carefully before shopping.

COUPON WORKSHOP
Using coupons at the store can save you money! You are invited to attend the free classes on “couponing” which will be led by Carissa Alexander. The classes have been held the on Tuesdays in November from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The last class is scheduled for November 17 and will cover rebates.

STORY HOUR
“Bread ” will be the theme held on Tuesday, November 17, 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.

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
You can support the library by becoming a member of the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. Initial membership is $10.00 and then $5.00 each year thereafter. Join us at our next meeting on Thursday, November 19 at 6:00 PM.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the November meeting will be “The Wednesday Sisters” by Meg Waite Clayton. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, November 24 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Friday, November 27th.

GIVING TREE
With the holidays approaching, please consider the “Gift of Reading” by donating a new or gently used book and placing it under our GIVING TREE, which will be located in our Children’s Room after the Thanksgiving holiday. Book donations are being sought for boys and girls in the following age categories: 0-5, 6-9, and 13-16, with the greatest need in the 13-16 category. Books which are donated will be wrapped by library staff and patrons and will be picked up by the Pigeon Area Food Pantry in time to be delivered to children in time for Christmas.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for the month of October 2009 was 2,960 items, including
1, 629 Books,
4 Cameras and Toys,
2 Discovery Packs,
170 DVD Rentals,
171 Videos,
57 Non-Fiction Videos and DVDs,
131 Audio and CD,
69 Periodicals,
256 Internet Users,
14 Puzzles, and
457 New Material Check-Outs.

Income received included
$195.35 from Copier,
$208.00 from Fines, and
$54.00 from Faxes.

Inter-Loan statistics included
255 items borrowed and
472 items loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium.

From the MelCat Library System 22 items borrowed and 26 loaned.

On the Peabody System 3 items were loaned to other libraries.

Four Story Hours were held with 45 children in attendance.

Thirty-seven registrations for the month included: Caseville 12, Chandler 1, Fairhaven 8, Oliver 9, Winsor 6, and 1 from other townships

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:44:00 +0000

LIBRARY HOURS
Starting Nov. 3, the library will be closing at 6 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The library hours will be Monday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Thursday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its November Used Book Sale on Saturday, November 7, 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 in the Children’s Room.

COUPON WORKSHOP
Using coupons at the store can save you money! You are invited to attend one or all of the free classes on “couponing” which will be led by Carissa Alexander. The classes will be held the first three Tuesdays in November from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM in the library’s Community Room.
Week 2 (Nov. 10) will cover unit prices and stockpiling – the purpose of stockpiling and understanding unit prices.
Week 3 (Nov. 17) will cover rebates.

STORY HOUR
“Orange Day” will be the theme held on Tuesday, November 10, 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.

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY FUNDRAISER
You Donate $5. We give you $10 to spend! The Friends of the Pigeon District Library (FOPDL) are selling Community Day Event coupons booklets for $5.00 each. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. The sale will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Younkers store in the Bay City Mall and other Bon-Ton stores listed in the booklet.

Inside the coupon booklet is one $10 coupon to spend at Younkers or any other Bon-Ton store. Also included are eight 20% off coupons, pre-sale advantages, and bonus buys. Exclusions do apply so check your coupons carefully before shopping.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, November 12 at 4:30 PM
“UP”
Rated: PG
Time: 96 minutes

“Seventy-eight-year-old balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen finally fulfills his lifelong dream of a great adventure when he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the wilds of South America. He discovers too late that an 8-year-old Wilderness Explorer named Russell has stowed away.”

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
You can support the library by becoming a member of the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. Initial membership is $10.00 and then $5 each year thereafter. Join us at our next meeting on November 19, 2009 at 6:00 PM.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for the month of October 2009 was 2,960 items, including 1, 629 Books, 4 Cameras and Toys, 2 Discovery Packs, 170 DVD Rentals, 171 Videos, 57 Non-Fiction Videos and DVDs, 131 Audio and CD, 69 Periodicals, 256 Internet Users, 14 Puzzles, and 457 New Material Check-Outs. Inter-Loan statistics included 255 items borrowed and 472 items loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium. From the MelCat Library System 22 items borrowed and 26 loaned and on the Peabody System 3 items were loaned to other libraries. Thirty-seven registrations for the month included: Caseville 12, Chandler 1, Fairhaven 8, Oliver 9, Winsor 6, and 1 from other townships.

NEW MATERIALS
Fiction:
Blood Game by Iris Johansen
Christmas Cookie Club by Ann Pearlman
Christmas Promise by Anne Perry
Last Night at Twisted River by John Irving
Look at the Birdie by Kurt Vonnegut
The Scarpetta Factor by Patricia Cornwell
Southern Lights by Danielle Steel
To try Men’s Soul by Newt Gingrich
True Blue by David Baldacci

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:55:00 +0000

STORY HOUR
“Cookies” will be the theme held on Tuesday, November 3, 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.

FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, October 29 at 4:30 PM
“Tinkerbell and the Lost Treasure” Rated: G Time: 81 minutes
“Tinker Bell journeys far North of Never Land to patch things up with her friend Terence and to restore a Pixie Dust Tree.”

LIBRARY HOURS
Starting Nov. 3, the library will be closing at 6 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The library hours will be Monday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Thursday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

COUPON WORKSHOP
Using coupons at the store can save you money! You are invited to attend one or all of the free classes on “couponing” which will be led by Carissa Alexander. The classes will be held the first three Tuesdays in November from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM in the library’s Community Room.
Week 1 (Nov. 3) will introduce you to coupons – understanding coupons, where to find them, how to organize them, store policies, using coupons, and planning with coupons. Week 2 (Nov. 10) will cover unit prices and stockpiling – the purpose of stockpiling and understanding unit prices.
Week 3 (Nov. 17) will cover rebates.

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY FUNDRAISER
You Donate $5. We give you $10 to spend! The Friends of the Pigeon District Library (FOPDL) are selling Community Day Event coupons booklets for $5.00 each. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. The sale will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Younkers store in the Bay City Mall and other Bon-Ton stores listed in the booklet.

Inside the coupon booklet is one $10 coupon to spend at Younkers or any other Bon-Ton store. Also included are eight 20% off coupons, pre-sale advantages, and bonus buys. Exclusions do apply so check your coupons carefully before shopping.

COFFEE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Hot coffee, cocoa, and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of coffee, cocoa, or tea while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
NonFiction:
Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul by Deepak Chopra
Saving Cinnamon by Christine Sullivan
American Rebel: The Life of Clint Eastman by Marc Eliot

Fiction:
9 Dragons by Michael Connelly
Breaking the Rules by Barbara Taylor Bradford
Christmas Clock by Kat Martin
Christmas Secret by Donna VanLiere
Home for Christmas by Andrew Greeley
House of Reckoning by John Saul
Pursuit of Honor by Vince Flynn

Military Mailing Day Support Appreciated

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:50:00 +0000

Thank you to everyone who supported our Military Mailing Day on September 25th. Pigeon Postmaster Peggy Hoppe and volunteers assembled gift packages for service men and women in the library’s Community Room. The post office provided the flat rate mailing boxes and tape. Monetary donations covered the cost of mailing the seventy-six boxes that were packed.

Thank you to Joy Leipprandt for coordinating the project at Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Schools, to Steve Langford at Independent Bank for receiving and recording the monetary donations, and to Pigeon District Library for providing the work space and for the refreshments for the volunteers. Thank you, especially, to Peggy Hoppe for overseeing the project.

Thank you to the following volunteers who helped pack the boxes – Tiffany Collins, Bonnie Gaeth, Cindy Johnson, Emma Johnson, Hannah Johnson, Sue Kohl, Peg Leipprandt, Sandy MacGillivray, Jenny Martens, Sherrie Phillips, Geraldine Poynton, Penny St. Cyr, and Shay St. Cyr.

We plan to host another Military Mailing Day in either late May or early June of 2010. The library will continue to post the list of acceptable items on its website so people can access the list when needed. Please keep in mind that donated items may not contain any alcohol.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:39:00 +0000

SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to have Olympic gold medalist and 2008 WNBA Rookie of the Year Candace Parker as honorary chair of Library Card Sign-up Month. Candace will “let Americans know that a library card is the ‘smartest card’ in every wallet.” It is very easy to sing up for a library card. Residents and property owners in the townships of Chandler, McKinley, Winsor, Caseville, Fairhaven, and Oliver, who are three years of age or older, are eligible to register for free library cards. Children under 18 years of age must have the application signed by a parent or legal guardian.

BOOKPAGE
The September 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, spoken word audio and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.

STORY HOUR
“Honey Bees” will be the theme held on Tuesday, September 29, 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.

BANNED BOOKS WEEK
The week of September 26 through October 3, 2009 marks the 28th anniversary of Banned Books Week, which is an annual celebration of the freedom to read. “Each year, librarians, booksellers, teachers, and countless others take this opportunity to highlight the importance of intellectual freedom and remind us not to take this precious democratic freedom for granted.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the September meeting will be “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer. “January 1946: writer Juliet Ashton receives a letter from a stranger, a founding member of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. And so begins a remarkable tale of the island of Guernsey during the German occupation, and of a society as extraordinary as its name.” The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, September 29 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for the month of August 2009 was 3,890 items, including 1,880 Books, 21 Cameras and Toys, 4 Discovery Packs, 388 DVD Rentals, 208 Audio and CD, 78 Periodicals, 290 Internet Users, 14 Puzzles, and 575 New Material Check-Outs. Three Story Hours were held with 40 in attendance. Twenty-six registrations for the month included: Caseville 8, Chandler 8, Fairhaven 1, McKinley 3, Oliver 3, and Winsor 3.

NEW MATERIALS

JA FICTION:
The Bag of Bones

YA FICTION:

The Vampire Diaries:
-The Awakening and the Struggle by L.J. Smith
-The Fury and Dark Reunion by L.J. Smith

The Mortal Instruments:
-City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
-City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare

Blue Blood Novels:
-Blue Bloods by Melissa De La Cruz
-Masquerade by Melissa De La Cruz

The Immortals:
-Evermore by Alyson Noel
-Blue Moon by Alyson Noel

BEGINNER FICTION:
I Can Read! Fancy Nancy:
(8 books)
-Sees Stars
-Pajama Day
-The Dazzling Book Report
-The Show Must Go On
-Poison Ivy Expert
-At the Museum
-The Boy from Paris by Jane O’Connor

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:13:00 +0000

SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to have Olympic gold medalist and 2008 WNBA Rookie of the Year Candace Parker as honorary chair of Library Card Sign-up Month. Candace will “let Americans know that a library card is the ‘smartest card’ in every wallet.” It is very easy to sing up for a library card. Residents and property owners in the townships of Chandler, McKinley, Winsor, Caseville, Fairhaven, and Oliver, who are three years of age or older, are eligible to register for free library cards. Children under 18 years of age must have the application signed by a parent or legal guardian.

BOOKPAGE
The September 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, spoken word audio and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.

PASSPORT FAIR-SEPTEMBER 17TH
The Pigeon District Library is hosting a Passport Fair on Thursday, September 17th from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. An adult passport including the picture is $115.00. If you bring a picture of yourself, the cost is $100.00, but the picture must be acceptable. A child’s passport is $65.00, but is only good for 5 years. Prospective consumers need to bring their birth certificate with the embossed seal and a picture ID, like a driver’s license. Check or cash are the acceptable methods of payment.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
There will be no Lap-Sit or Pre-School Story Hour on September 22, 2009. Lap-Sit and Story Hour will resume on September 29, 2009 at their scheduled times. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel

MILITARY MAILING DAY-SEPTEMBER 25TH
The Pigeon Rotary and Pigeon District Library are hosting Military Mailing Day on Friday, September 25th from 10 AM - 2 PM in the library’s Community Room. Local postal employees from the Pigeon Post Office and volunteers will assemble gift packages which will be mailed to service men and women.

Individuals and businesses who wish to donate items for the mailing may drop them off at the Pigeon District Library or the Pigeon office of Independent Bank. The list of suggested items includes: FOOD-All chips, Cheetos, Pringles, Combos, Breakfast Bars, Beef Jerky, Gum, Cookies, Popcorn, Poptarts, Ramon Noodles, Licorice, Hard Candy, Canned Peanuts; TOILETRIES-Shampoo, Hair Conditioner, Bar Soap, Sunscreen, Combs, Hairbrushes, Tooth Brushes, Toothpaste, Dental Floss, Lip Balm, Roll-on Deodorant (No Aerosol), Female Items, Non-Alcoholic Wipes; OTHER-Tums, Envelopes, Paper, Used Books, Facial Tissue, Shower Shoes, Batteries (AA or AAA), Pens, Pencils, Magazines, Toilet Tissue, Socks.

*Restrictions apply to some items not listed. Call your Post Office if you are unsure about your contributions.

This list can also be found on the library’s website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Look for the “Military Mailing Day” link near the bottom of the page. Monetary contributions to cover the postage cost can be sent to: Independent Bank, PO Box 229, Pigeon 48755. If you wish to help assemble these packages on September 25th, please call Jeanette Bach at the Pigeon District Library (453-2341) so your name can be added to the list of volunteers.

THANK YOU!
The library staff would like to thank Guyneth Conners for her 12-issue gift subscription to Smithsonian Magazine. Thank you, Guyneth! Patrons will enjoy this magazine.

BANNED BOOKS WEEK
The week of September 26 through October 3, 2009 marks the 28th anniversary of Banned Books Week, which is an annual celebration of the freedom to read. “Each year, librarians, booksellers, teachers and countless others take this opportunity to highlight the importance of intellectual freedom and remind us not to take this precious democratic freedom for granted.”

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the September meeting will be “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer. “January 1946: writer Juliet Ashton receives a letter from a stranger, a founding member of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. And so begins a remarkable tale of the island of Guernsey during the German occupation, and of a society as extraordinary as its name.” The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, September 29 at 6:30 AM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 18:29:00 +0000

SATURDAY LIBRARY HOURS
Starting September 5, Saturday hours for the library will return to the regular Saturday hours of 9 AM – 3 PM. Weekday hours remain unchanged: Monday and Friday 9 AM – 5 PM; Tuesday and Thursday 9 AM – 7 PM.

USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its September Used Book Sale on Saturday, September 5, 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 in the Children’s Room.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Tuesday, September 8th.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
There will be no Lap-Sit or Pre-School Story Hour on September 8, 2009. Lap-Sit and Story Hour will resume on September 15, 2009 at their scheduled times. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.

LIBRARY CLOSED SEPTEMBER 10TH
In response to the Governor’s Executive Order closing the Library of Michigan, the Pigeon District Library will join other libraries across Michigan and close its doors on Thursday, September 10, 2009 so staff can attend an event promoted by the Michigan Library Association and the Michigan Library Consortium.

The September 10th Rally will demonstrate to officials in Lansing that libraries are important to people and their daily lives. Organizers hope to convince legislators to maintain $10 million in state aid to libraries and to support efforts to keep the Library of Michigan as a whole unit with the state government. The goal, also, is to convince the Governor to include library officials on the planning committee which will determine the use of the building and collections currently housed in the Michigan Historical Center and Library of Michigan building.

All library supporters are invited to attend this event. For more information, visit our website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com and click on the “Protect Michigan Libraries” link at the bottom of our home page.

BOOKPAGE
The September 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, spoken word audio and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.

PASSPORT FAIR
The Pigeon District Library is hosting a Passport Fair on Thursday, September 17th from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. An adult passport including the picture is $115.00. If you bring a picture of yourself, the cost is $100.00, but the picture must be acceptable. A child’s passport is $65.00, but is only good for 5 years. Prospective consumers need to bring their birth certificate with the embossed seal and a picture ID, like a driver’s license. Check or cash are the acceptable methods of payment.

DON’T FORGET YOUR LIBRARY CARD
To prevent errors from occurring, library patrons are required to present their library card or driver’s license when checking out library materials. If you are having someone else pick up your library items, you must give that person your library card or call ahead of time to let us know who will be picking up your library materials.

LET THE READING ADVENTURE BEGINS!
“Reading together from the start is one of the most important things you can do to help your child succeed in school and life. Target generously sponsors Michigan Reads! One State, One Children’s Book program. Join the whole state in sharing the adventures of The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/michiganreads.” The Pigeon District Library will be scheduling several story hours during the month of September for children to learn how Mr. Fish turns his pout into a smile.

Protect Michigan Libraries

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:49:00 +0000

Join the Michigan Library Association and their supporters on the steps of the State Capitol, September 10 at 10 a.m. Help raise awareness of this important issue and let your legislators know library resources are important to you.

Follow this link for more information:

http://milibrariesforthefuture.wordpress.com/rally-at-the-capitol/

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:00:00 +0000

PRE-SCHOOL GRADUATION
The Pigeon District Library held a graduation ceremony during story hour on August 18 for the children who will be going to DK or Kindergarten this fall. 14 Adults and 12 children were in attendance. The graduates were Ashlee Guigar, Hannah Helmuth, Hannah Keim, Kami Maust, and Katie Turner. Each graduate received a diploma for completing story hour. Guest speakers for the event were Officer Tom Morneau and Deputy Charlie Do Right from the Huron County’s Sheriff Department. Their topic was on safety and after their presentation Deputy Do Right received hugs from the children.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Fun Day” will be the theme held on Tuesday, September 1, 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. For more information, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, August 27 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

BOOKPAGE
The August 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, spoken word audio and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for the month of July 2009 was 4,292 items, including 2,374 Books, 19 Cameras and Toys, 5 Discovery Packs, 358 DVD Rentals, 315 Videos, 58 Non-Fiction Videos and DVDs, 190 Audio and CD, 90 Periodicals, 345 Internet Users, 9 Puzzles, and 529 New Materials Check-Outs. Incomes received included $129.25 from Copier, $125.80 from Fines, and $71.00 from Faxes. Three Story Hours were held with 41 in attendance. Thirty-seven registrations for the month included: Caseville 9, Chandler 2, Fairhaven 2, Oliver 14, and Winsor 10.

SATURDAY LIBRARY HOURS
Starting September 5, Saturday hours for the library will return to the regular Saturday hours of 9 AM – 3 PM. Weekday hours remain unchanged: Monday and Friday 9 AM – 5 PM; Tuesday and Thursday 9 AM – 7 PM.

USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its September Used Book Sale on Saturday, September 5, 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 in the Children’s Room.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Tuesday, September 8th.

DON’T FORGET YOUR LIBRARY CARD
To prevent errors from occurring, library patrons are required to present their library card or driver’s license when checking out library materials. If you are having someone else pick up your library items, you must give that person your library card or call ahead of time to let us know who will be picking up your library materials.

LET THE READING ADVENTURE BEGINS!
“Reading together from the start is one of the most important things you can do to help your child succeed in school and life. Target generously sponsors Michigan Reads! One State, One Children’s Book program. Join the whole state in sharing the adventures of The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/michiganreads.” The Pigeon District Library will be scheduling several story hours during the month of September for children to learn how Mr. Fish turns his pout into a smile.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:35:00 +0000

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
You can support the library by becoming a member of the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. Initial membership is $10.00 and then $5 each year thereafter. Join us at our next meeting on August 20, 2009 at 6:00 PM.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Picnic” will be the theme held on Tuesday, August 25, 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. For more information, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the August meeting will be “America, America” by Ethan Canin. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 25 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, August 27 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

MEMORIALS
Memorials to the library are often done on the occasion of the passing of a loved one and are also an appropriate way of honoring and remembering friends and relatives on anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, notable achievements, retirements, and weddings. A card is sent to the honored person acknowledging your memorial gift and a book plate honoring the person is placed in the item which the library has purchased with your donation. The Pigeon District Library would like to thank the following individuals for their memorials gifts: Michael and Jeanette Bach, Jerry and Linda Beyer, Doris Eile, Ken and Betty Licht, Pigeon District Library, Marlin and Marian Rathje, Lorene Reich, and Thumb National Bank,

BOOKPAGE
The August 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, spoken word audio and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.

FREE CONSUMER INFORMATION CATALOG
The Summer 2009 Consumer Information catalog has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center which is located near the Nitz Street entrance. The sixteen-page catalog lists free and low-cost information on cats, computers, education, employment, family, federal programs, food, health, housing, money, small business, travel, and more.

SATURDAY LIBRARY HOURS
Starting September 5, Saturday hours for the library will return to the regular Saturday hours of 9 AM – 3 PM. Weekday hours remain unchanged: Monday and Friday 9 AM – 5 PM; Tuesday and Thursday 9 AM – 7 PM.

USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its September Used Book Sale on Saturday, September 5, 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 in the Children’s Room.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Tuesday, September 8th.

DON’T FORGET YOUR LIBRARY CARD
To prevent errors from occurring, library patrons are required to present their library card or driver’s license when checking out library materials. If you are having someone else pick up your library items, you must give that person your library card or call ahead of time to let us know who will be picking up your library materials.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
Fiction:
Blindman’s Bluff by Faye Kellerman
Intervention by Robin Cook
Smash Cut by Sandra Brown
South of Broad by Pat Conroy
That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:36:00 +0000

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Graduation” will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 10:30 AM. Officer Tom from the Huron County Sheriff’s department and his friend Charlie will present a program for story hour children and their families. Normally 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. For more information, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
You can support the library by becoming a member of the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. Initial membership is $10.00 and then $5 each year thereafter. Join us at our next meeting on August 20, 2009 at 6:00 PM.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the August meeting will be “America, America” by Ethan Canin. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 25 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, August 27 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

BOOKPAGE
The August 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, spoken word audio and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.

FREE CONSUMER INFORMATION CATALOG
The Summer 2009 Consumer Information catalog has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center which is located near the Nitz Street entrance. The sixteen-page catalog lists free and low-cost information on cats, computers, education, employment, family, federal programs, food, health, housing, money, small business, travel, and more.

DON’T FORGET YOUR LIBRARY CARD
To prevent errors from occurring, library patrons are required to present their library card or driver’s license when checking out library materials. If you are having someone else pick up your library items, you must give that person your library card or call ahead of time to let us know who will be picking up your library materials.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS

BEGINNER FICTION
Handy Manny: Elliot Minds the Store by Marcy Kelman
Tools for Toys by Marcy Kelman

FICTION
Hot Pursuit by Suzanne Brockmann
Dying for Mercy by Mary Jane Clark

OC FIC
Time Spies-Magician in the Trunk by Candice Ransom
Flames in the City by Candice Ransom

LP FICTION
Stranger in the Night by Catherine Palmer
Stargazer by Amanda Harte
To Trust by Carolyn Brown

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:41:00 +0000

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Trains” will be the theme on Tuesday, August 11, 2009. 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. For more information, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
You can support the library by becoming a member of the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. Initial membership is $10.00 and then $5 each year thereafter. Join us at our next meeting on August 20, 2009 at 6:00 PM.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the August meeting will be “America, America” by Ethan Canin. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 25 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for the month of June 2009 was 6,084 items, including 3,973 Books, 51 Cameras and Toys, 11 Discovery Packs, 345 DVD Rentals, 407 Videos, 103 Non-Fiction Videos and DVDs, 173 Audio and CD, 77 Periodicals, 305 Internet Users, 12 Puzzles, and 627 New Materials Check-Outs. Inter-loan statistics included 317 items borrowed and 339 items loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium. From the MeLCat library system 41 items were borrowed and 47 items loaned and on the Peabody system 5 items were loaned to other libraries. Income received included $132.45 from Copier, $188.05 from Fines, $50.00 from Faxes. Five Story Hours were held with 117 in attendance. Seventy-one registrations for the month included: Caseville 23, Chandler 5, Fairhaven 7, McKinley 5, Oliver 16, Winsor 14 and 1 from other townships.

BOOKPAGE
The August 2009 issue of BookPage has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center. “A monthly general interest review, BookPage covers the best in new releases. BookPage typically reviews up to 100 of each month’s new fiction, nonfiction, business, children’s, spoken word audio and how-to books. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.

INTERNET USE
The Pigeon District Library provides computers with Internet connection so patrons can access their e-mail accounts and information that cannot be found locally.
The following activities which consume large amounts of bandwidth are prohibited-online gaming, file sharing, and streaming audio and video. Streaming audio and video are files that you are listening to or viewing while you are online. Chatting and instant messaging is also prohibited.

FREE CONSUMER INFORMATION CATALOG
The Summer 2009 Consumer Information catalog has arrived and can be found in the library’s Information Center which is located near the Nitz Street entrance. The sixteen-page catalog lists free and low-cost information on cats, computers, education, employment, family, federal programs, food, health, housing, money, small business, travel, and more.

DON’T FORGET YOUR LIBRARY CARD
To prevent errors from occurring, library patrons are required to present their library card or driver’s license when checking out library materials. If you are having someone else pick up your library items, you must give that person your library card or call ahead of time to let is know who will be picking up your library materials.

REMEMBER
-The library can make 8 ½ x 11, 8 ½ x 14, and 11 x 17 black and white copies.
-We can also laminate flat items of these sizes.
-You can send and receive faxes.
-You can check your e-mail or surf the internet free-of-charge, whether you are an area resident or visitor.
-With your library card, you can view your account online, renew books, and request items through inter-library loan. Just visit our website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com
and click on “Card Catalogue.” If you can’t find the item you want, go back to our homepage and click on “MeLCat” to search the statewide catalogue.
-Rental days for videos and DVDs are actual calendar days, not days the library is open.
-You will need to have your library card or photo I.D. when checking out library materials.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:48:00 +0000

QUILT SHOW
The Pigeon District Library Quilt Show had a total of 257 registered visitors who came to view the 45 quilts and quilted items on display. Visitors came from many parts of Michigan, and from the states of Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, and Virginia.

THANK YOU
Thank you “Quilt Show Greeters and Friends of the Library Volunteers” for helping make this year’s Quilt Show and Used Book Sale a success. Quilt Show Greeters were
Linda Beyer, Sue Kohl, Priscilla Kreh, Carole Mead, Delores Myers, Joyce Ross, Sandy Squillace, and Virginia Thiel.The Friends of the Pigeon District Library and Book Sale Volunteers were Kayla Blunt, Aaron Eichler, Rachel Eichler, Colleen Forman, Kim Gaeth, Connie Gaeth, Susan Herford, Archie Hyttinen, Doug Kent, Kathy Kent, Barb Main, Marilyn Maust, and Diane Misczak. Thank you for making this year’s Quilt Show and Used Book sale a success.

The Pigeon District Library would also like to thank the following people who registered quilted items for the quilt display: Janice Blackwell, Gale Brown, Gloria Busch, Donna Deming, Roger Finkbeiner, Kathy and Kevin Gnagey, Cheyenne Groth, Karen Langley, Isabel Leipprandt, Diane Messing, Grace Morgan, Lorna Perket, Nonie Shetler, Alice Sosnowski, Katie Stein, Lola Stein, Zita Sturm, June Tenbusch, and Vange Wolschlager.

ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library are very grateful for the patrons who supported the library through donations of used books which were placed in the Annual Book Sale during the Farmer’s Festival. The proceeds amounted to $1,081.25 and will benefit the library through the friends group.

USED BOOK SALE
There will be no Used Book Sale on Saturday, August 1, 2009. The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having a Used Book Sale in September. Also, don’t forget the On-Going Used Paperback Sale. Paperback books are always available on the book shelf to the right of the aquarium in the Children’s Room.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Smile” will be the theme on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. 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. For more information, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the August meeting will be “America, America” by Ethan Canin. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 25 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS

DVDs:
12 Rounds-Action
Coraline-Family
The Haunting in Connecticut-Horror
Push-Action
Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail

Fiction:
Black Hills by Nora Roberts
Burn by Linda Howard
Knockout by Catherine Coulter

Children’s Board Books:
My Mother is Mine
Monkey’s Surprise
Slam Dunk! My Basketball Book

Large Print Books:
Burn by Linda Howard
The Devil’s Punchbowl by Greg Iles
Killer Summer by Ridley Pearson
Knockout by Catherine Coulter
A Rogue of My Own by Johanna Lindsey
There’s Something About Saint Tropez by Elizabeth Adler

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:51:00 +0000

2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
One hundred and Twenty-two children have registered for the Summer Reading Program: DK-2 , Kindergarten-10, Grade 1-17, Grade 2-23, Grade 3-19,Grade 4-9,Grade 5-18,Grade 6-14, Grade 7-8, and Grade 8-2. A total of 1,302 books have been read for the Summer Reading Program. When the children meet their contract goals, they will be given several prizes for their efforts.

2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM PARTY!
The Summer Reading Program Party is scheduled for July 16, at 7:00 PM in the community room of the library. All SRP Participants and their families are invited to attend. If SRP participants and family members are planning to attend the party, please call the library at 453-2341.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
There will be no Lap-Sit Story Time or Pre-School Story Hour on July 21, 2009.
Lap-Sit and Story Hour will resume on July 28, 2009 at their scheduled times. For more information, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.

ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be holding the Annual Used Book Sale in the Reference Room of the library during Farmers’ Festival-Thursday the 23rd and Friday the 24th from 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturday the 25th from 9 AM to 12 noon. The Friends of the Pigeon District Library are also asking for donations of paper grocery sacks for the book sale. No plastic shopping bags, please. If anyone is interested in volunteering to assist in the set-up of the used book sale, please contact the library for more information.

QUILT SHOW HOURS
Plan to visit our quilt show during the Pigeon Farmers’ Festival. This annual event features hand-made quilted items that are owned and/or made by area residents and takes place in the Community Room of the library. Viewing times are 9-5 on Thursday the 23rd, and Friday the 24th and again from 9-12 noon on Saturday the 25th.

KIDS’ PARADE!
All summer reading program participants and story hour children are invited to walk with us in the Farmers’ Festival Kids’ Parade on Friday, July 24th at 3:00 PM. Line-up for the parade is on Nitz Street by the library. We are asking parade walkers to be at the library by 2:30 PM.

AMNESTY WEEK
Amnesty Week will be held at the Pigeon District Library during Farmer’s Festival Week, July 20th- 25th. Here is your chance to clear your account of fines from overdue books. Overdue books must be returned and you must ask staff at the counter to remove fines from your library account. If something has been lost, you must pay the replacement cost for any lost item.

FARMERS’ FESTIVAL MOVIE
The movie “Coraline” will be shown during the Farmers’ Festival on Friday, July 24 at 10:00 AM in the Children’s Room of the library. “A young girl walks through a secret door in her new home and discovers an alternate version of her life. This parallel reality is eerily similar to her own life, only much better. When the adventure turns dangerous, Coraline must count on her resourcefulness, determination, and bravery to get back home and save her family.” The film is rated “PG” and has a run time of 101 minutes. According to Pigeon District Library’s policy, “Parents are responsible for the safety and well-being of children left at the library. Children under the age of 8 must be attended by a responsible adult.” Please make sure your young child is not left unattended at the movie.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the July meeting will be “People of the Book” by Geraldine Brooks. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, July 28 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

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.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:00:00 +0000

2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Registration for the 2009 Summer Reading Program “Be Creative @ Your Library” has closed. There will be movies, special events, and activities during the months of June and July for Summer Reading Program Participants. There is no charge for the activities, but the library staff asks that the children sign-up for the activities ahead of time. July 9 – 6:00 PM: SRP Talent Show-practice at 5:30 PM, July 11-LAST DAY FOR SUMMER READING PROGRAM. Readers need to return SRP books and book logs on or before July 11.

One hundred and Twenty-two children have registered for the Summer Reading Program: DK-2 , Kindergarten-10, Grade 1-17, Grade 2-23, Grade 3-19,Grade 4-9,Grade 5-18,Grade 6-14, Grade 7-8, and Grade 8-2. A total of 1,302 books have been read for the Summer Reading Program. When the children meet their contract goals, they will be given several prizes for their efforts.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Paper Bag Day” will be the theme on Tuesday, July 14, 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.

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.

ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be holding the Annual Used Book Sale in the Reference Room of the library during Farmers’ Festival. If anyone is interested in volunteering to assist in the set-up of the used book sale, please contact the library for more information.

QUILT SHOW
We will again be having our Annual Quilt Show during the Pigeon Farmers’ Festival. If you are interested in displaying a quilt that you or someone else has made, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask to speak to Jeanette Bach.
Quilt Show Guidelines

1. Only quilts, comforters, and wall hangings will be accepted for display purposes.

2. Pre-registration is required. Please stop in at the library and pick up a registration form and return it to the library by July 14th.

3. Quilted items which have been previously displayed at the Pigeon District Library may be displayed again after 10 years.

4. If an individual wishes to sell a quilted item, he/she must send a picture of the item along with the registration form.

5. Quilted items for sale will be identified as such and potential buyers will be directed to a bulletin board where the picture of the quilted item will be displayed along with the quilter’s contact information. No money will be collected by the Pigeon District Library staff members and volunteers.

ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be holding the Annual Used Book Sale in the Reference Room of the library during Farmers’ Festival. If anyone is interested in volunteering to assist in the set-up of the used book sale, please contact the library for more information.

AMNESTY WEEK
Amnesty Week will be held at the Pigeon District Library during Farmer’s Festival Week, July 20th- 25th. Here is your chance to clear your account of fines from overdue books. Overdue books must be returned and you must ask staff at the counter to remove fines from your library account. If something has been lost, you must pay the replacement cost for any lost item.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:52:00 +0000

July 2

6:00 PM:

Activity: Dance Party (4th-8th), participants

will dance to “Dance, Dance Revolution”,

July 6

4:00 PM:

Activity: Make and Take a Treat,

DK-8(Please sign up for one treat class only),

July 7

4:00 PM:

Activity: Make and Take a Treat,

DK-8 (Please sign up for one treat class only),

July 11-LAST DAY FOR SUMMER READING PROGRAM.

Readers need to return SRP books and book logs on or before July 11.

As of June 20, 122 children have registered for the Summer Reading Program: DK-2 , Kindergarten-10, Grade 1-17, Grade 2-23, Grade 3-19,Grade 4-9,Grade 5-18,Grade 6-14, Grade 7-8, and Grade 8-2. A total of 987 books have been read for the Summer Reading Program. When the children meet their contract goals, they will be given several prizes for their efforts.

USED BOOK SALE
There will be no Used Book Sale on July 4, 2008. The Friends of the Pigeon District Library are making preparations for the Annual Used Book Sale, which will be held during Farmers’ Festival.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Monday, July 6th.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Cookies” will be the theme on Tuesday, July 7, 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.

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.

QUILT SHOW
We will again be having our Annual Quilt Show during the Pigeon Farmers’ Festival. If you are interested in displaying a quilt that you or someone else has made, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask to speak to Jeanette Bach.

Quilt Show Guidelines
1. Only quilts, comforters, and wall hangings will be accepted for display purposes.
2. Pre-registration is required. Please stop in at the library and pick up a registration form and return it to the library by July 14th.
3. Quilted items which have been previously displayed at the Pigeon District Library may be displayed again after 10 years.
4. If an individual wishes to sell a quilted item, he/she must send a picture of the item along with the registration form.
5. Quilted items for sale will be identified as such and potential buyers will be directed to a bulletin board where the picture of the quilted item will be displayed along with the quilter’s contact information. No money will be collected by the Pigeon District Library staff members and volunteers.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:31:00 +0000

June 23

4:00 PM:

Activity: Paper Weaving (Grades DK-3)

June 25

6:30 PM:

Family Program

Jenny Turner “Why We Need Art”

with art project after presentation

June 27

10:00 AM:

Free Family Movie:

“Charlotte’s Web”

Animated Version

96 minutes

June 29

4:00 PM:

Activity: Bunny Headband

and the Bunny Hop (Grades DK-3)

June 30

5:00 PM:

Family Program

Dance with Jane

July 2

6:00 PM:

Activity: Dance Party (4th-8th),

participants will dance to “Dance, Dance Revolution.”

As of June 16, 116 children have registered for the Summer Reading Program:

DK-2

Kindergarten-9

Grade 1-15

Grade 2-23

Grade 3-18

Grade 4-9

Grade 5-19

Grade 6-12

Grade 7-8

Grade 8-2

A total of 619 books have been read for the Summer Reading Program. When the children meet their contract goals, they will be given several prizes for their efforts.

LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES ANNUAL BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will hold its annual board meeting on Thursday, June 25, 2009 beginning 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
“Clouds” will be the theme on Tuesday, June 30, 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.

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.

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.

QUILT SHOW
We will again be having our Annual Quilt Show during the Pigeon Farmers’ Festival. If you are interested in displaying a quilt that you or someone else has made, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask to speak to Jeanette Bach.
Quilt Show Guidelines
1. Only quilts, comforters, and wall hangings will be accepted for display purposes.
2. Pre-registration is required. Please stop in at the library and pick up a registration form and return it to the library by July 14th.
3. Quilted items which have been previously displayed at the Pigeon District Library may be displayed again after 10 years.
4. If an individual wishes to sell a quilted item, he/she must send a picture of the item along with the registration form.
5. Quilted items for sale will be identified as such and potential buyers will be directed to a bulletin board where the picture of the quilted item will be displayed along with the quilter’s contact information. No money will be collected by the Pigeon District Library staff members and volunteers.

USED BOOK SALE
There will be no Used Book Sale on July 4, 2008. The Friends of the Pigeon District Library are making preparations for the Annual Used Book Sale, which will be held during Farmers’ Festival.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Monday, July 6th.

noreply@blogger.com (Pigeon District Library Blog) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:48:00 +0000

2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“Be Creative @ Your Library” is the theme for the 2009 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration began Tuesday, May 26 and will continue through June 20.

Recording of books will be held from June 8 through July 11.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.

Upcoming events for the reading program are as follows:

June 9

Family Program-

Miss Angie: Music and More

6:00 PM

June 11

Activity-Music Shakers

4:00 PM

Grades DK-2

June 13

Free Family Movie:

“Happy Feet”

10:00 AM

June 15

Activity-Magic Stars

4:00 PM

Grades DK-?

June 16

Family Program-Eichlers in One Act

6:00 PM

June 18

Activity-Making a Fish Puppet

4:00 PM

Grades 2nd-4th

June 20

Free Family Movie:

“Horton Hears a Who”

10:00 AM

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Father’s Day” will be the theme on Tuesday, June 16, 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.

LIBRARY BOARD OF TLRUSTEES ANNUAL BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will hold its annual board meeting on Thursday, June 25, 2009 beginning 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. 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.

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
NonFiction
The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide by Michael Weeks
The Arthritis Foundation’s Guide to Pain Management by Susan Bernstein
The Arthritis Foundation’s Guide to Managing Your Arthritis by May Anne Dunkin
Blue Collar, Blue Scrubs: The Making of a Surgeon by Michael Collins, M.D.

Fiction
The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly
Shanghai Girl by Lisa See
Gone Tomorrow by Lee Child

LP Fiction
Evil in Carnations by Kate Collins
The Brass Ring by Amanda Harte
Cassandra and Jane by Jill Pitkeathley
Edmund Bertram’s Diary by Amanda Grange