BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the June meeting will be “My Name is Mary Sutter”. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, June 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.

PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
There will be no story hour on Tuesday, July 5, 2011.Pre-School Story Hour is usually held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. 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.

SATURDAY SUMMER HOURS
During June, July, and August, the library’s Saturday hours are 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Hours for the other days will be-Monday and Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

2011 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“One World, Many Stories” is the theme for the 2011 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration has begun. Enjoy five weeks of summer fun by earning “dollars” for the books you read and for participating in the activities throughout the program. This program will be open to children age 5 by August 31st through grade 8, who live in the library’s service area or attend a school in the library’s service area. There will be craft activities, family programs, and Saturday movies to enjoy. Since space in limited children are asked to sign-up for the activities and family programs ahead of time.

As of June 18, 116 children have registered for the Summer Reading Program. There is still time to register! The last day for registration was Saturday, June 18th.

Upcoming events for the reading program are as follows: June 27: Craft Activity-“Boomerang” at 4:00 PM. June 30: Family Program-Italy by Jane at 5:00 PM. July 2: Free Family Movie-“Ratatouille” at 10:00 AM. July 5: Craft Activity-“It’s Me Craftstick” at 4:00 PM. July 7: Family Program-U.S.A. by Jane at 5:00 PM. July 9: Free Family Movie-“An American Tail” at 10:00 AM. Last day to hand in reading logs.
July 14: SRP PARTY-Ronald McDonald at 7:00 PM.

LEMONADE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Cold lemonade is now available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of lemonade while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the Mel (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the right hand column of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “LearningExpress Library.” This database is recommended for the General User. There is an interactive online learning platform of academic and licensing/certification practice tests, elementary level testing for math and reading. The database also has a section takes users from job assessment to success on the job. A tutorial course series has been designed to help all learners succeed on the tests they must pass includes immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of practice test results. See these guides for job-specific resources in LearningExpress: Job Search Help Center and Career Road Map. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

QUILT SHOW
We will again be having our Annual Quilt Show during the Pigeon Farmer’s 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.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS

BEG FIC
Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave
by Laban Carrick Hill

Interrupting Chicken
by David Ezra Stein

Sick Day for Amos McGee
by Erin Stead

JA FICTION
Moon Over Manifest
by Clare Vanderpool

Turtle in Paradise
by Jennifer L. Holm

OC FICTION
DC Super Heroes: Green Lantern
-Beware Our Power
-Battle of the Blue Lanterns
-Guardian of Earth
-High-Tech Terror
-The Last Super Hero
-The Light King Strikes

NONFICTION:
Modern Log Cabin Quilting:
25 Simple Quilts and Patchwork Projects
by Susan Beal

Ronald Reagan: A Life in Photographs
by David Elliot Cohen

JUNIOR ADULT NONFICTION
Age of Dinosaurs:
-Stegosaurus
by Sheryl Peterson

-Apatosaurus
by Sara Gilbert

-Tyrannosaurus Rex
by Sara Gilbert

Cool French Cooking
by Lisa Wagner

Cool Chinese and Japanese Cooking
by Lisa Wagner

Cool Italian Cooking
by Lisa Wagner

Cool Mexican Cooking
by Lisa Wagner

Cool Middle Eastern Cooking
by Lisa Wagner

Cool African Cooking
by Lisa Wagner

FICTION:
44 Charles Street
by Danielle Steel

All the Time in the World
by E.L. Doctorow

Cold Wind
by C.J. Box

Devious
by Lisa Jackson

The Fifth Witness
by Michael Connelly

I’ll Walk Alone
by Mary Higgins Clark

Late Edition
by Fern Michaels

Miles to Go
by Richard Paul Evans

Mystery
by Jonathan Kellerman

The Saturday Big Tent Wedding Party
by Alexander McCall Smith

The Silver Boat
by Luanne Rice

LP PRINT FICTION:
The Vaults
by Toby Ball

I’ll Walk Alone
by Mary Higgins Clark

Keep A Little Secret
by Dorothy Garlock

Live Wire
by Harlan Coben

MEMORIAL DAY CLOSING
The library will be closed Monday, May 30th. The library will re-open on Tuesday, May 31st at its regular time.

PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Memorial Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, May 31, 2011. Pre-School Story Hour is usually held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. 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 May meeting will be “The Faith Club: a Muslim, a Christian, a Jew-- Three Women Search for Understanding” by Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver, and Priscilla Warner. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, May 31 at 4:30 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.

INFORMATION CENTER
The library has received copies of the Michigan Campground 2011 Directory and Michigan’s Original Thumb Area Vacation Guide as well as brochures and/or fliers of events in the area. These can be found on the table or in the display racks of the library’s Information Center which is located just inside the Nitz Street entrance. All materials in the Information Center are free.

SATURDAY SUMMER HOURS
During June, July, and August, the library’s Saturday hours will be 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Hours for the other days will be-Monday and Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

2011 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
“One World, Many Stories” is the theme for the 2011 Summer Reading Program at the Pigeon District Library. Registration will begin on Tuesday, May 31st. Enjoy five weeks of summer fun by earning “dollars” for the books you read and for participating in the activities throughout the program. This program will be open to children age 5 by August 31st through grade 8, who live in the library’s service area or attend a school in the library’s service area.

LEMONADE TIME AT THE LIBRARY
Cold lemonade is now available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of lemonade while reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the Mel (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the right hand column of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Job and Career Accelerator.” This database is recommended for the General user. Easy-to-use online application combining everything you need for a successful job search. This innovative job hunting system enables users to explore, in detail, over 1,000 different occupations and match interests and skills with the career that’s best. It allows searches for over five million recent local and national job postings while conveniently organizing and tracking the users' job search progress, all in one place. In addition, job seekers can create professional resumes and cover letters as well as practice and master interviewing skills. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
Beginner Fiction:
The Best Family in the World- Susana Lopez
Bobbie Dazzler- Margaret Wild
A Friend- Anette Bley
Hannah Duck- Anji Yamamura
Minji’s Salon- Eun-hee Choung
My Father’s Shop- Satomi Ichikawa
My Japan- Etsuko Watanabe

Large Print Fiction:
Bel-Air Dead- Stuart Woods
His Other Wife- Deborah Bedford
Knit the Season- Kate Jacobs
My Name is Memory- Ann Brashares
Santa in a Stetson- Janet Dailey
Silver Boat- Luanne Rice
Sixkill- Robert B. Parker
Southern Comfort- Fern Michaels
Will of Steel- Diana Palmer

LIBRARY HOURS
The library will now be 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.

PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Birds” will be the theme for Tuesday, April 26, 2011. Pre-School Story Hour is held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. 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 April meeting will be “Live to Tell” by Lisa Gardner. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, April 26th 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.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS BEGIN
During the spring the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and children in grades DK-2. The program for preschoolers, DK and gradesK-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities.
Preschool-DK Story Hour: 1st Tuesday of May at 4:00 PM
May 3- Ladybug Theme
K – 2nd Grade Story Hour: 2nd Tuesday of May at 4:00 PM
May 10 – Alligator Theme

SPRING USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library (FOPDL) will be having a Spring Used Book Sale on Thursday, May 5th and Friday May 6th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday, May 7th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Gently used books, audio books, video tapes, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles will be available to purchase at the used book sale.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.
You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the Mel (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.
Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Informe!” This database is recommended for Spanish Language Resources and is full text. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan or have access to a Michigan library.

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 MATERIALS
FICTION:
44 Charles Street by Danielle Steel
All the Time in the World by E.L. Doctorow
Cold Wind by C.J. Box
Devious by Lisa Jackson
The Fifth Witness by Michael Connelly
I’ll Walk Alone by Mary Higgins Clark
Late Edition by Fern Michaels
Miles to Go by Richard Paul Evans
Mystery by Jonathan Kellerman
The Saturday Big Tent
Wedding Party by Alexander McCall Smith
The Silver Boat by Luanne Rice

LP PRINT FICTION:
The Vaults by Toby Ball
I’ll Walk Alone by Mary Higgins Clark
Keep A Little Secret by Dorothy Garlock
Live Wire by Harlan Coben

NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK DRAWING
Isiah Sageman is the winner of the plush bunny in our National Library Week drawing for kid.

PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Happy Birthday” will be the theme for Tuesday, March 29, 2011. Pre-School Story Hour is held each Tuesday at 10:30 AM. 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 March meeting will be “Have a Little Faith” by Mitch Albom. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, March 29 at 4:30 pm. If your or someone you know would like to join us for a discussion on this book, please call the library and ask for Jane Himmel.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
During the spring the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and children in grades DK-2. The program for preschoolers, DK and gradesK-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities.
Preschool-DK Story Hour:
April 5- Flower Theme, May 3- Ladybug Theme
K – 2nd Grade Story Hour:
April 12 – Elephant Theme, May 10 – Alligator Theme

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.
You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the Mel (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.
Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Health Reference Center Academic”. This database is recommended for students, patients, and health professionals. The articles in the database are mostly full text. Access is provided for access to professional and personal health magazines, journals and reference sources. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan or have access to a Michigan library.

COMPUTER ASSISTANCE
Do you need help with word processing, e-mail, or Internet searching? Volunteer Paul Gaeth will be in the Computer Lab to give assistance Thursdays from 4:30 – 6:00 PM throughout the month of March.

MUSICAL JAMBOREE
Each year our library hosts a Musical Jamboree which features local, talented individuals. We are looking for people willing to do one vocal or instrumental selection for this year’s Musical Jamboree which is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12th, beginning at 7:00 PM in our Community Room.
If you are interested or know someone who is interested in sharing his/her talent with the community, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask to speak with Stephanie for more information.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
DVDS:
127 Hours
Conviction
Dinner with the Schmucks
Due Date
Easy A
The Fighter
Life As We Know It
Megamind
Open Season 3
Skyline
Switch
Unstoppable
You Again

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
The Pigeon District Library’s Adult Winter Reading Program has begun and will end March 15. Weekly prize drawings are held and participants are invited to the end-of-program party on March 22nd at 5:00 PM. The library staff would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for donating prizes to the program: Bailey Insurance-Pigeon, Bay Café - Caseville, Bay Port State Bank, Bay Theatre - Caseville, Sue Bouck, Caseville True Value Hardware, Co-op Elevator Company, Elkton Hardware, Haist Flowers & Gifts - Pigeon, Harjo’s Ben Franklin - Pigeon, Jeff’s Marketplace-Caseville, Lefty’s - Caseville, Linda’s Basket Case - Pigeon, Mainsail Quick Stop-BP-Caseville, Orr’s Drug Store - Pigeon, Pigeon District Library, Pigeon Hardware, Riverside Roadhouse - Caseville, Scheurer Family Pharmacy-Pigeon, State Farm Insurance-Pigeon, and Thumb National Bank - Pigeon.

CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to Jack Peck and Sheila Davis - Our Week 4 winners in our Adult Winter Reading Program. Jack received a free book along with a $25 gift card which was donated by Cooperative Elevator Company, and Sheila received a free book and two movie tickets donated by Bay Theatre of Caseville.

VALENTINE’S DAY DRAWING WINNERS
Congratulations to the winners of our Valentine’s Day drawing. Cathy Steele was the winner of a box of chocolates and a long-stemmed rose. Hannah Keim, Brittany Richmond, and Shantel Blackburn each won a Valentine bear.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“George Washington” will be the theme for Tuesday, February 22, 2011. 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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
MeLCat Hits One Million Requests in 2010
MeLCat, Michigan’s statewide resource-sharing system, received over one million requests in 2010, making MeLCat the first integrated library system to break a million requests in a single calendar year. At the end of December 2010, MeLCat had received 1,049,653 requests and had filled 931,812 loans, achieving an impressive fill rate of 88.77% for the year.
From its humble beginnings in 2005, MeLCat has grown to include 409 libraries of all sizes and types – academic, public, school, and special – that reach urban and rural communities across Michigan. Over the past six years, MeLCat has received 3,312,727 requests and has filled 2,948,089 loans, all at no cost to the Michigan library patron. Resident cardholders of a MeLCat library can go online to the MeLCat system at any time of the day or night to place a request for a book or other item at the click of a mouse. In just a few days, the item will be delivered to their home library.
MeLCat is funded as part of the statewide Michigan eLibrary (MeL) project of the Library of Michigan. The Library of Michigan contracts with MCLS (Midwest Collaborative for Library Services) and partners with a number of Michigan organizations and institutions to provide MeL services. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan.

JEAN M.R. SMITH COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
The Jean M.R. Smith Foundation was established in 1996 for the primary purpose of granting college scholarships to Huron County high school seniors seeking to obtain an undergraduate degree. Scholarships may be awarded to students initially attending community colleges. Applicants must be Huron County residents. Scholarship selection criteria include character, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, community service activities and financial need. Scholarship applications are available from your high school counselor, the Bad Axe Library, or the Pigeon District Library.
The deadline for applying is April 1st.

USED BOOK SALE
The books have been restocked and are bursting with books, video tapes, and puzzles. Join the Friends of the Pigeon District Library at their March Used Book Sale on Saturday, March 5, 2011, in the Reference Room of the library from 10:00 AM to 11:30 pm. Prices range from $.25 to $3.00. Also, don’t forget the On-Going Used Sale. Selected hardcover and paperback books are always on the bookshelves near the circulation counter.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for January 2011 was 3,126 items including 1,785 Books, 1 Toy, 283 DVD Rentals, 298 Video Checkouts, 109 Audio, Books on CD and Playaways, 91 Magazines, 303 Internet Users, 12 Puzzles, 432 New Materials, and 76 NF Videos and DVDs. Inter-Loan statistics included 255 borrowed and 393 loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium and on the Peabody System 1 item was loaned to another library. Income received included $153.20 from Copier, $178.80 from Fines, and $63.00 from Faxes. Thirty-two registrations for the month included: Caseville 1, Caseville Township 1, Fairhaven 5, McKinley 6, Oliver 8, Winsor 10 and 1 Limited Use Card.

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
The Pigeon District Library’s Adult Winter Reading Program has begun and will end March 15. Patrons who participated last year had a lot of fun, but participation is totally optional. Weekly prize drawings will be held and participants are invited to the end-of-program party in March. The library staff would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for donating prizes to the program: Bay Café - Caseville, Bay Theatre - Caseville, Sue Bouck, Jeff’s Marketplace - Caseville, Caseville True Value Hardware, Co-op Elevator Company, Elkton Hardware, Haist Flowers & Gifts - Pigeon, Harjo’s Ben Franklin - Pigeon, Lefty’s - Caseville, Linda’s Basket Case - Pigeon, Mainsail Quick Stop-BP-Caseville, Orr’s Drug Store - Pigeon, Pigeon District Library, Pigeon Hardware, Riverside Roadhouse - Caseville, and Thumb National Bank - Pigeon.

CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to Maxine Rice and Robert Ross - Our Week 2 winners in our Adult Winter Reading Program. Maxine received a free book along with a $25 gift card which was donated by Cooperative Elevator Company, and Robert received a free book along with a gift certificate from Riverside Roadhouse of Caseville.

LOOKING FOR CLASS LEADERS
During the months of February and March, the library will be offering a variety of free classes and workshops. If you have a hobby or talent that you are willing to share with others, please call the library at 453-2341 and speak with Jeanette Bach about your willingness to lead a class or workshop.

FREE WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES
Quilting Class: Strip Quilting – FILLEDCreating a Digital Photo BookThursdays from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMFebruary 10th, 17th, 24th, and March 3rdClass Size: 6Presenter: Jeanette BachLearn how to upload your photos and create a digital photo book online. For more information, please refer to the sign-up sheet at the library or the information on the library’s website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Valentine’s Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, February 15, 2011. 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.

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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “General BusinessFile
ASAP.” This database is recommended for is recommended for the general user. The database is full text. It analyzes company performance and activity, industry events and trends as well as the latest in management, economics and politics. There is access to a combination of broker research reports, trade publications, newspapers, journals and company directory listings with full text and images available. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

JEAN M.R. SMITH COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
The Jean M.R. Smith Foundation was established in 1996 for the primary purpose of granting college scholarships to Huron County high school seniors seeking to obtain an undergraduate degree. Scholarships may be awarded to students initially attending community colleges. Applicants must be Huron County residents. Scholarship selection criteria include character, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, community service activities and financial need. Scholarship applications are available from your high school counselor, the Bad Axe Library, or the Pigeon District Library.

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
The Pigeon District Library’s Adult Winter Reading Program has begun and will end March 15. Patrons who participated last year had a lot of fun, but participation is totally optional. Weekly prize drawings will be held and participants are invited to the end-of-program party in March.
The library staff would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for donating prizes to the program: Bay Café - Caseville, Bay Theatre - Caseville, Sue Bouck, Jeff’s Marketplace - Caseville, Caseville True Value Hardware, Co-op Elevator Company, Elkton Hardware, Haist Flowers & Gifts - Pigeon, Harjo’s Ben Franklin - Pigeon, Lefty’s - Caseville, Linda’s Basket Case - Pigeon, Mainsail Quick Stop-BP-Caseville, Orr’s Drug Store - Pigeon, Pigeon District Library, Pigeon Hardware, Riverside Roadhouse - Caseville, and Thumb National Bank - Pigeon.

CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to Aaron Eichler and Betty Licht - our Week 1 winners in our Adult Winter Reading Program. Aaron received a free book along with a $25 gift card which was donated by Cooperative Elevator Company, and Betty received a free book along with a $25 gift certificate from Jeff’s Marketplace of Caseville.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Dental Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, February 1, 2011. 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.

LOOKING FOR CLASS LEADERS
During the months of February and March, the library will be offering a variety of free classes and workshops. If you have a hobby or talent that you are willing to share with others, please call the library at 453-2341 and speak with Jeanette Bach about your willingness to lead a class or workshop.

FREE WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES
Quilting Class: Strip Quilting – FILLED

Creating a Digital Photo BookThursdays from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMFebruary 10th, 17th, 24th, and March 3rdClass Size: 6Presenter: Jeanette BachLearn how to upload your photos and create a digital photo book online. For more information, please refer to the sign-up sheet at the library.

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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.
You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order. Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Gale Virtual Reference Library.” This database is recommended for the general user and all items are full text. Gale Virtual Reference Library is a database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. These reference materials once were accessible only in the library, but now you can access them online from the library or remotely 24/7. Because each library creates its own eBook collection, the content you see may vary if you use the database at different libraries (your school, your public library, or your office). Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

JEAN M.R. SMITH COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
The Jean M.R. Smith Foundation was established in 1996 for the primary purpose of granting college scholarships to Huron County high school seniors seeking to obtain an undergraduate degree. Scholarships may be awarded to students initially attending community colleges. Applicants must be Huron County residents. Scholarship selection criteria include character, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, community service activities and financial need. Scholarship applications are available from your high school counselor, the Bad Axe Library, or the Pigeon District Library.

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
The Pigeon District Library’s Adult Winter Reading Program has begun and will end March 15. Patrons who participated last year had a lot of fun, but participation is totally optional. Weekly prize drawings will be held and participants are invited to the end-of-program party in March.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Puzzle Time” will be the theme for Tuesday, January 25, 2011. 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 MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, January 27 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

FREE WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES
Quilting Class: Strip QuiltingTuesdays from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PMFebruary 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22ndBeginner to IntermediateClass Size: LimitedPresenter: Lori SantosLibrary Contact Person: Sue Bouck

LOOKING FOR CLASS LEADERS
During the months of February and March, the library will be offering a variety of free classes and workshops. If you have a hobby or talent that you are willing to share with others, please call the library at 453-2341 and speak with Jeanette Bach about your willingness to lead a class or workshop.lie

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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org/) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.
You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at http://www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com/. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.
Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Expanded Academic ASAP.” This database is recommended for Junior and Community Colleges. “Expanded Academic ASAP” is mostly full text with magazine, newspaper and journal articles appropriate to college and university –level research.” Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
DVDS:
A-Team
Alpha and Omega
Despicable Me
Devil
Inception
Legend of the Guardians-Owls of Ga’Hoole
Shrek Forever After
The Social Network
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
The Twilight Saga—Eclipse

CIRCULATION
Circulation for December 2010 was 2,664 items including 1,379 Books, 12 Toys, 8 Discovery Packs, 305 DVD Rentals, 256 Video Checkouts, 101 Audio, Books on CD and Playaways, 38 Magazines, 128 Internet Users, 1 AV Equipment Rental, 5 Puzzles, 416 New Materials, and 15 NF Videos and DVDs. Inter-Loan statistics included 231 borrowed and 337 loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium. From the MelCat library system 29 items were borrowed and 27 items were loaned and on the Peabody system 3 items were loaned to other libraries. Income received included $117.15 from Copier, $166.45 from Fines, and $28.00 from Faxes. Five Story Hours were held with 29 in attendance. Fourteen registrations for the month included: Caseville 7 and Winsor 7.

JEAN M.R. SMITH COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
The Jean M.R. Smith Foundation was established in 1996 for the primary purpose of granting college scholarships to Huron County high school seniors seeking to obtain and undergraduate degree. Scholarships may be awarded to students initially attending community colleges. Applicants must be Huron County residents. Scholarship selection criteria include character, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, community service activities and financial need. Scholarship applications are available from your high school counselor, the Bad Axe Library, or the Pigeon District Library.

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
The Pigeon District Library’s Adult Winter Reading Program has begun and will end March 15. Patrons who participated last year had a lot of fun, but participation is totally optional. Weekly prize drawings will be held and participants are invited to the end-of-program party in March.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Martin Luther King, Jr” will be the theme for Tuesday, January 18, 2011. 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.

HURON AREA WRITERS GROUP (HAWG)
The Huron Area Writer’s Group will be having their monthly meeting January 20, 2011 at 6:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. All writers, not matter what skill level, are invited to the HAWG meeting.

BOOKPAGE
The January 2011 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 http://www.bookpage.com/.

FREE WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES
Quilting Class: Strip Quilting
Tuesdays from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
February 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd
Beginner to Intermediate
Class Size: Limited
Presenter: Lori Santos
Library Contact Person: Sue Bouck

LOOKING FOR CLASS LEADERS
During the months of February and March, the library will be offering a variety of free classes and workshops. If you have a hobby or talent that you are willing to share with others, please call the library at 453-2341 and speak with Jeanette Bach about your willingness to lead a class or workshop.lie

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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org/) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries. You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at http://www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com/. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order. Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “ERIC.” This database is recommended for educators and parents. “ERIC” is mostly full text and contains annotated references to non-journal material issued in the monthly Resources in Education (RIE) and to journal articles issued in the monthly Current Index to Journals in Education (CIJE).” Patrons are able to access this database from home is they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.
NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS
LP Fiction:
Buy Back
Case of the Man Who Died Laughing
Christmas with Tucker
Crescent Dawn
Critical Impact
Dead or Alive
Finding Fiona
Grace
Immanuel’s Veins
Meander Scar
Sarah’s Choice
Sunset Park
Tom Wasp and the Newgate Knocker
While We’re Far Apart

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LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Christmas.” will be the theme for Tuesday, December 21, 2010. There will be only one story hour for both sessions. The session will begin at 10:30 AM. The children will be singing Christmas carols at a local senior citizen facility. One half-hour session is usually 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.

FOOD FOR FINES-DECEMBER 20-31, 2010
Start the year 2011 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.

HOLIDAYS DVD RENTALS-DECEMBER 20-31, 2010
From December 20 to 31ST, patrons can rent DVDs at half-price for the holiday season. The rental period is still 2 days for a new DVD, and 3 days for DVDs that have been in our collection 90 days or more.

BOOKPAGE
The December 2010 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.

LIBRARY HOURS
Library hours are 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.

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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Educator’s Reference Complete. This database is recommended for educators and parents. Educator's Reference Complete is a selection of more than 450 full-text academic journals, hundreds of full-text reports, and many premier reference sources. Included content focuses on educational principles, child development and psychology, and best practices in education. Majority of the full-text titles included are also found in the ERIC database. The database is updated daily and provides 24-hour access from school or home.” Patrons are able to access this database from home is they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

USBORNE BOOK FAIR
The Pigeon District Library will be hosting an Usborne Book Fair on Monday, November 15th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Tuesday, November 16th from
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On-line shopping is available at www.buildinggreatreaders.com. Click on the “Pigeon District Library” link to shop for a variety of books and to give the gift of reading.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Homemade Bread Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, November 16, 2010. 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.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the spring and fall the Pigeon District Library is offers a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades DK-2. The program for preschoolers and grades DK-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. Our next enrichment session will be in the spring, which will include the months of March, April, and May. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

LIBRARY HOURS
Library hours are 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.

BOOKPAGE
The November 2010 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.”

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 November 18, 2010 at 5:00 PM.

HURON AREA WRITERS GROUP (HAWG)
The Huron Area Writer’s Group will be having their monthly meeting November 18th, 2010 at 6:30 PM. All writers, no matter what skill level, are invited to the HAWG meeting.

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.

LIBRARY CLOSED
The library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25th. The library will reopen at its regular time of 9 AM on Friday, November 27th.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the November meeting will be a book of choice. Readers will bring in books they have read and hold discussions about the selected materials. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, November 30 at 6:30 PM. If you or someone you know would like to join us for this discussion, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel

MILITARY MAILING DAY
Military Mailing is a collaborative effort of the Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Schools, Pigeon District Library, Pigeon Post Office, and Pigeon Rotary. Our next Military Mailing Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9th from 1 PM – 5 PM in the library’s Community Room. Volunteers, under the direction of Pigeon Postmaster Peggy Hoppe, will assemble gift packages for service men and women.

The post office provides the flat rate mailing boxes and tape and monetary donations cover the cost of mailing the boxes that will be packed. Donated items may be dropped off at the library. Monetary donations may be left with Steve Langford at the Pigeon branch of Independent Bank. Names and addresses of men and women serving in any branch of the U.S. military may be given to Peggy Hoppe at the Pigeon Post Office.

You are able to pick up or view a list of items that can be donated for Military Mailing by visiting the library, or viewing the list at the library’s web site http://www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com/. Look for the link in the lower right hand corner of our homepage. Thank you for your support!

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Hug a Bear Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, November 9, 2010. 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.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will continue through November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
November 9: K-2 Session

LIBRARY HOURS
Starting in November, 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.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, November 11 at 4:30 PM
“Toy Story 3” Rated: G Time: 104 minutes
“As Andy prepares to leave for college, his loyal toys find they have been donated to the Sunnyside Daycare, where untamed tots with their sticky little fingers do not play nice. So it's all for one and one for all as they join Barbie's counterpart Ken, a thespian hedgehog named Mr. Pricklepants, and a pink, strawberry-scented teddy bear called Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear to plan their great escape and ensure that no toy gets left behind.”

The movie will be shown on the 7 foot by 7 foot screen in the library’s Community Room. Popcorn will be provided and movie goers may bring their own, non-alcoholic beverages.

USBORNE BOOK FAIR
The Pigeon District Library will be hosting an Usborne Book Fair on Monday, November 15th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Tuesday, November 16th from
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On-line shopping is available at http://www.buildinggreatreaders.com/. Click on the “Pigeon District Library” link to shop for a variety of books and to give the gift of reading.

BOOKPAGE
The November 2010 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.”

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 November 18, 2010 at 5:00 PM.

HURON AREA WRITERS GROUP (HAWG)
The Huron Area Writer’s Group will be having their monthly meeting November 18th, 2010 at 6:30 PM. All writers, no matter what skill level, are invited to the HAWG meeting.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Cookie Monster’s Birthday” will be the theme for Tuesday, November 2, 2010. 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.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL
On November 2, 2010 the voters in Chandler, McKinley, and Winsor townships will vote on the following Proposal:
Shall the Pigeon District Library be authorized to levy a tax annually upon the taxable value of all taxable property within the district of the Pigeon District Library in an amount not to exceed 1.0 mill ($1.00 for each $1,000 of taxable value) for a period of four (4) years, 2011 through 2014, inclusive, to provide funds for all Library purposes authorized by law?

This millage is a renewal of the previously authorized millage of 1.0 mill which will expire following the 2010 levy. This millage is estimated to provide revenues of $158,610 in 2011, the first year of the levy.
Yes ___
No ___

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF MICHIGAN 2010 VOTING GUIDE
Copies of the League of Women Voters of Michigan 2010 Nonpartisan Voter Guide are available at the library to assist voters as they prepare for the General Election which will be held on Tuesday, November 2. “The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.”

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will continue through November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
Bears-November 2: Preschool Session; Bears-November 9: K-2 Session

LIBRARY HOURS
Starting Nov. 2, the library will be closing at 6PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The library hours will be Monday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday 9:00 AM to 5:00 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.

FOPDL HOLIDAY BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having a Holiday Book Sale on Saturday, November 6, 2010 from 9:00 AM – 3 PM. The sale will be located in the Community Room of the library. This will be a great time to purchase new or gently used books for holiday gift giving.

USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its November Used Book Sale
on Saturday, November 6, 2010, 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 Book Sale. Selected hardcover and paperback books are always on the bookshelves near the circulation counter.

MILITARY MAILING DAY
Military Mailing is a collaborative effort of the Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Schools, Pigeon District Library, Pigeon Post Office, and Pigeon Rotary. Our next Military Mailing Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9th from 1 PM – 5 PM in the library’s Community Room. Volunteers, under the direction of Pigeon Postmaster Peggy Hoppe, will assemble gift packages for service men and women.

The post office provides the flat rate mailing boxes and tape and monetary donations cover the cost of mailing the boxes that will be packed. Donated items may be dropped off at the library. Monetary donations may be left with Steve Langford at the Pigeon branch of Independent Bank. Names and addresses of men and women serving in any branch of the U.S. military may be given to Peggy Hoppe at the Pigeon Post Office.

You are able to pick up or view a list of items that can be donated for Military Mailing by visiting the library, or viewing the list at the library’s web site www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Look for the link in the lower right hand corner of our homepage. Thank you for your support!

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, November 11 at 4:30 PM
“Toy Story 3” Rated: G Time: 104 minutes
“As Andy prepares to leave for college, his loyal toys find they have been donated to the Sunnyside Daycare, where untamed tots with their sticky little fingers do not play nice. So it's all for one and one for all as they join Barbie's counterpart Ken, a thespian hedgehog named Mr. Pricklepants, and a pink, strawberry-scented teddy bear called Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear to plan their great escape and ensure that no toy gets left behind.”

The movie will be shown on the 7 foot by 7 foot screen in the library’s Community Room. Popcorn will be provided and movie goers may bring their own, non-alcoholic beverages.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“The Color Orange” will be the theme for Tuesday, October 26, 2010. 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.

COMPUTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Do you need help with word processing, e-mail, or Internet searching? Volunteer Paul Gaeth will be in the Computer Lab to give assistance on Thursday, October 28th from 4:30 – 6:00 PM.

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, October 28 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL
Shall the Pigeon District Library be authorized to levy a tax annually upon the taxable value of all taxable property within the district of the Pigeon District Library in an amount not to exceed 1.0 mill ($1.00 for each $1,000 of taxable value) for a period of four (4) years, 2011 through 2014, inclusive, to provide funds for all Library purposes authorized by law?

This millage is a renewal of the previously authorized millage of 1.0 mill which will expire following the 2010 levy. This millage is estimated to provide revenues of $158,610 in 2011, the first year of the levy.
Yes ___
No ___
On November 2, 2010 the voters in Chandler, McKinley, and Winsor townships will vote on this proposal.

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF MICHIGAN 2010 VOTING GUIDE
Copies of the League of Women Voters of Michigan 2010 Nonpartisan Voter Guide are available at the library to assist voters as they prepare for the General Election which will be held on Tuesday, November 2. “The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.”

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will continue through November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
Bears-November 2: Preschool Session; Bears-November 9: K-2 Session

MILITARY MAILING DAY
Military Mailing is a collaborative effort of the Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Schools, Pigeon District Library, Pigeon Post Office, and Pigeon Rotary. Our next Military Mailing Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9th from 1 PM – 5 PM in the library’s Community Room. Volunteers, under the direction of Pigeon Postmaster Peggy Hoppe, will assemble gift packages for service men and women.

The post office provides the flat rate mailing boxes and tape and monetary donations cover the cost of mailing the boxes that will be packed. Donated items may be dropped off at the library. Monetary donations may be left with Steve Langford at the Pigeon branch of Independent Bank. Names and addresses of men and women serving in any branch of the U.S. military may be given to Peggy Hoppe at the Pigeon Post Office.

You are able to pick up or view a list of items that can be donated for Military Mailing by visiting the library, or viewing the list at the library’s web site www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Thank you for your support!

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is the “CINAHL Basic.” This database is recommended for the general public and health professionals. CINAHL provides indexing for 2,931 journals with 1,000,000 records dating back to 1981, covering nursing, biomedicine, health sciences librarianship, complementary medicine, consumer health and 17 allied health disciplines. In addition, this database offers indexing to health care books, nursing dissertations, selected conference proceedings, standards of practice, educational software, audiovisuals and book chapters. Searchable cited references for more than 1,200 journals are also included. Full text material includes 70 journals plus legal cases, clinical innovations, critical paths, drug records, research instruments and clinical trials. This database contains only limited full text (70 journals).
Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Leaves” will be the theme for Tuesday, October 19, 2010. 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.

LET THE READING ADVENTURE BEGIN!
“Reading together from the start is one of the most important things you can do to help your child succeed in school and life.” Michigan Reads! One-State, One Book is generously sponsored by Target through the Library of Michigan. The book selected this year is “The Runaway Garden” by Jeffrey L. Schatzer. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/michiganreads. The Pigeon District Library is busy making plans for a very special Michigan Reads! Family Event in October.

On Tuesday, October 19th, preschoolers through grade 2 and family members are invited to attend our Michigan Reads! Family Event. This event will start at 5:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. Monday, November 18th is the last day to register for this event. Attendance is limited to the first twenty-five families to register. Please stop by the library to register or call 989-453-2341. Enjoy FREE food, fun and festivities featuring the book “The Runaway Garden.”

COMPUTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Do you need help with word processing, e-mail, or Internet searching? Volunteer Paul Gaeth will be in the Computer Lab in October to give assistance on Thursdays, 21st, and 28th from 4:30 – 6:00 PM.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will continue through November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
Bears-November 2: Preschool Session; Bears-November 9: K-2 Session

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is the “ChiltonLibrary.com”. This database is recommended for the general user and is full text. “ChiltonLibrary.com represents the most authoritative automotive repair information available to car owners. There are thousands of year, make, and model combinations covering the most popular vehicles of the past 30 years, plus additional coverage of specialty models. ChiltonLibrary.com gives you the confidence to service or repair virtually any system on your vehicle.” Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, October 21 at 4:30 PM.
“How to Train Your Dragon” Rated: PG Time: 98 minutes
“Hiccup is a Viking teenager who aspires to hunt dragons, but doesn't exactly fit in with his tribe's longstanding tradition of heroic dragon slayers. His world gets turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that challenges him and his fellow Vikings to see the world from an entirely different point of view.”

The movie will be shown on the 7 foot by 7 foot screen in the library’s Community Room. Popcorn is provided and movie goers may bring their own, non-alchoholic beverages.

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, October 28 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF MICHIGAN 2010 VOTING GUIDE
Copies of the League of Women Voters of Michigan 2010 Nonpartisan Voter Guide are available at the library to assist voters as they prepare for the General Election which will be held on Tuesday, November 2. “The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.”

CIRCULATION
Circulation for September 2010 was 2,942 items including 1,670 Books, 1 Toy, 6 Discovery Packs, 188 DVD Rentals, 230 Video Checkouts, 71 Audio, Books on CD and Playaways, 51 Magazines, 243 Internet Users, 8 Puzzles, 434 New Materials, and 40 NF Videos and DVDs. Inter-Loan statistics included 313 borrowed and 394 loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium. From the MeLCat library system 42 items were borrowed and 24 items loaned and on the Peabody system 1 item was loaned to other libraries. Three Story Hours were held with 37 in attendance. Thirty registrations for the month included: Caseville 11, Fairhaven 4, Mckinley 2, Oliver 4, Winsor 8, and 1 limited use card.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY

SATURDAY LIBRARY HOURS
Saturday hours for the library have returned 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.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Fire Safety” will be the theme for Tuesday, October 5, 2010. 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.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will continue through November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
Bats-October 5: Preschool Session; Bats-October 12: K-2 Session
Bears-November 2: Preschool Session; Bears-November 9: K-2 Session

LET THE READING ADVENTURE BEGIN!
“Reading together from the start is one of the most important things you can do to help your child succeed in school and life.” Michigan Reads! One-State, One Book is generously sponsored by Target through the Library of Michigan. The book selected this year is “The Runaway Garden” by Jeffrey L. Schatzer. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/michiganreads. The Pigeon District Library is busy making plans for a very special Michigan Reads! Family Event in October.

On Tuesday, October 19th, preschoolers through grade 2 and family members are invited to attend our Michigan Reads! Family Event. This event will start at 5:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. Pre-registration is required for this event. Attendance is limited to the first twenty-five families to register. Please stop by the library to register or call 989-453-2341. Enjoy FREE food, fun and festivities featuring the book “The Runaway Garden.”

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is the “Business and Company Resource Center”. This database is recommended for the general user and professionals. The database is mostly full text. Business and Company Resource Center is a fully integrated resource bringing together company profiles, brand information, rankings, investment reports, company histories, chronologies, and periodicals. Search this database to find detailed company and industry news and information. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
The Pigeon District Library Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, October 28 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, October 21 at 4:30 PM.
“How to Train Your Dragon” Rated: PG Time: 98 minutes
“Hiccup is a Viking teenager who aspires to hunt dragons, but doesn't exactly fit in with his tribe's longstanding tradition of heroic dragon slayers. His world gets turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that challenges him and his fellow Vikings to see the world from an entirely different point of view.”

The movie will be shown on the 7 foot by 7 foot screen in the library’s Community Room. Popcorn is provided and movie goers may bring their own, non-alchoholic beverages.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY

SATURDAY LIBRARY HOURS
Saturday hours for the library have returned 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.

BANNED BOOKS WEEK: CELEBRATING THE FREEDOM TO READ
The week of September 25 through October 2 marks the 29th Anniversary of Banned Books Week. Banned Books Week (BBW) is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Held during the last week of September, Banned Books Week highlights the benefits of free and open access to information while drawing attention to the harms of censorship by spotlighting actual or attempted banning of books across the United States.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Johnny Appleseed” will be the theme for Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at 10:30 AM for both sessions to attend. 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 September meeting will be “The Last Child” by John Hart. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, September 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.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will take place during the months of September, October, and November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
Bats-October 5: Preschool Session; Bats-October 12: K-2 Session
Bears-November 2: Preschool Session; Bears-November 9: K-2 Session

LET THE READING ADVENTURE BEGIN!
“Reading together from the start is one of the most important things you can do to help your child succeed in school and life.” Michigan Reads! One-State, One Book is generously sponsored by Target through the Library of Michigan. The book selected this year is “The Runaway Garden” by Jeffrey L. Schatzer. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/michiganreads. The Pigeon District Library is busy making plans for a very special Michigan Reads! Family Event in October. Check our library news next week for more details.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Books & Authors.”
This database is recommended for the general user and reading advice. It is also a database to help you decide what to read next. You can search by character, topic, setting, time period, genre, title, author, and series. The database Includes over 140,000 titles, 50,000 authors, and thousands of read-alike, award winner, and librarian's favorites lists. Titles include both fiction and non-fiction. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY

SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to have NBA Champion and Olympic Gold medalist Dwyane Wade as honorary chair for Library Card Sign-up Month. Dwyane says “The library card is the smartest card in my wallet. Sign up for yours today.” It is very easy to sign up for a library card. Residents and property owners in the townships of Caseville, Chandler, Fairhaven, McKinley, Oliver, and Winsor, 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.

FEE WAIVED STUDENT LIBRARY CARD
Card Fees will be waived for students outside the library service area but attend a school (through grade 12) that is located in any of the six townships we serve-Caseville, Chandler, Fairhaven, McKinley, Oliver, and Winsor.
1) For the card fee to be waived, student I.D. or other proof of pupil status will be needed at the time of registration.
2) A special Limited Use card will be issued to allow such a student to check out Accelerated Reader materials or teacher-specified materials from the Pigeon District Library.

Saturday Library Hours
Saturday hours for the library have returned 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.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Apple Orchard Tour” will be the theme for Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 10:30 AM for both sessions to attend. 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.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will take place during the months of September, October, and November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
Bats-October 5: Preschool Session; Bats-October 12: K-2 Session
Bears-November 2: Preschool Session; Bears-November 9: K-2 Session

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the September meeting will be “The Last Child” by John Hart. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, September 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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “Biography and Genealogy Master Index”. This database is recommended for: Genealogy and is index only. Biography and Genealogy Master Index (BGMI) indexes current, readily available reference sources, as well as the most important retrospective works that cover individuals, both living and deceased, from every field of activity and from all areas of the world. The database has Bibliographic citations only. There are no full-text articles. Patrons are able to access this database from home is they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for the month of August 2010 was 3,926 items including 2,178 Books, 27 toys, 4 Discovery Packs, 256 DVD Rentals, 372 Video Checkouts, 163 Audio, Books on CD and Playaways, 83 Magazines, 246 Internet Users, 2 Puzzles, 1 AV Equipment, 552 New Materials, and 42 NF Videos and DVDs. Income received included $130.00 from Copier, $274.00 from Fines, and $83.00 from Faxes. Interlibrary Loan included 378 items borrowed and 479 items loaned to other libraries. Five Story Hours were held with 107 in attendance. Twenty-six registrations for the month included: Caseville 3, Fairhaven 5, Oliver 6, and Winsor 12.

SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to have NBA Champion and Olympic Gold medalist Dwyane Wade as honorary chair for Library Card Sign-up Month. Dwyane says “The library card is the smartest card in my wallet. Sign up for yours today.” It is very easy to sign up for a library card. Residents and property owners in the townships of Caseville, Chandler, Fairhaven, McKinley, Oliver, and Winsor, 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.

FEE WAIVED STUDENT LIBRARY CARD
Card Fees will be waived for students outside the library service area but attend a school (through grade 12) that is located in any of the six townships we serve-Caseville, Chandler, Fairhaven, McKinley, Oliver, and Winsor.
1) For the card fee to be waived, student I.D. or other proof of pupil status will be needed at the time of registration.
2) A special Limited Use card will be issued to allow such a student to check out Accelerated Reader materials for teacher-specified materials from the Pigeon District Library.

SATURDAY LIBRARY HOURS
In September, 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.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Apples” will be the theme for Tuesday, September 14, 2010. 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.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
During the fall the Pigeon District Library is offering a once-a-month late afternoon program for preschoolers and for children in grades K-2. The program for preschoolers and grades K-2 will include a story, craft, and other activities. These fall programs will take place during the months of September, October, and November. Please call at 453-2341 for further information.

Program Theme: “Bugs, Bats, and Bears—Oh My!” Time of program is 4:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. The schedule for the afternoon program is as follows:
September 14: K-2 Session
October 5: Preschool Session; October 12: K-2 Session
November 2: Preschool Session; November 9: K-2 Session

HURON AREA WRITERS GROUP (HAWG)
The Huron Area Writers Group will hold their monthly meeting on September 16, 2010 in the Community Room of the library at 6:30 PM. All writers, no matter what skill level, are invited to the HAWG meeting.

BOOK CLUB
The book for discussion at the September meeting will be “The Last Child” by John Hart. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, September 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.

MICHIGAN ELECTRONIC LIBRARY (MeL)
The Michigan eLibrary (http://mel.org/) provides all Michigan residents with free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable research information at any time via the Internet; and provides an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to allow Michigan residents to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan libraries.

You can access the MeL databases, through our library website at http://www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com/. Click on the MeL (Michigan eLibrary) link which is located in the middle of our homepage. From the next screen click on “MeL Databases” to view the list of 50+ databases which are listed in alphabetical order.

Each week the Pigeon District Library will introduce one of the databases in the Michigan eLibrary. The database chosen for this week is “ArticleFirst.”
“ArticleFirst” is recommended for Colleges and Universities. It is index only and contains articles and other items listed on the table of contents pages of journals. Patrons are able to access this database from home if they have internet access and are a Michigan resident or have access to a Michigan library.

BOOKPAGE
The August 2010 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.