Tuesday, April 2, 2013

HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday-9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Frogs” will be the theme for Tuesday, April 9, 2013. A half-hour Lap-Sit
Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

FREE MOVIE FOR ADULTS-“LINCOLN”
Tuesday, April 9th at 5:30 PM
Rated: PG Time: 150 minutes
The Pigeon District Library Book Club will be hosting a showing of the movie “Lincoln” in the Community Room of the library on Tuesday, April 9th from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Beverages will be served along with treats that anyone wishes to bring and share.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS-APRIL 11
Tail Waggin’ Tutors is a library program which uses therapy dogs. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to Bella who is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy who is owned by Bernie Dezenski, or Reese who is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which is offered on the second Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Bella, Paddy, and Reese will be
at the library on Thursday, April 11th from 4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”, please call the library at 453- 2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK: APRIL 14-20
“Communities matter @ your library”
This week, the Pigeon District Library joins libraries in schools, campuses and communities naionwide in celebrating National Library Week, a time to highlight the value of libraries, librarians and library workers. First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April.

The Pigeon District Library will have author Ken Rogers speaking on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder on Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 PM and the Musical Jamboree will be held on Thursday, April 18 at 7:00 PM. So, come into the library during National Library Week and see what the library can do for you.

AUTHOR TO SPEAK ON POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
On Tuesday, April 16th, at 7:00 PM, the Pigeon District Library will host Ken Rogers, a life-long Michigan resident and author of the book "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Police Officer's Report". Ken says, "I have written a book about my personal experiences serving as a Police Officer and my involvement in the shooting of a barricaded gunman. The emotional issues which followed including suffering Post Traumatic Stress Disorder changed my life forever. My desire is that other First Responders understand that they are not alone in their feelings of isolation and depression. With help and knowledge they can survive a critical incident and the possibility of developing PTSD."
The free program is open to everyone who has an interest in post traumatic stress disorder and in learning how Ken dealt with his PTSD.

MUSICAL JAMBOREE– APRIL 18
Each year the library hosts a Musical Jamboree during National Library Week. This year the Jamboree will be held on Thursday evening, April 18th beginning at 7:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. Staff members are looking for talented individuals of all ages who are willing to share their talent with the community by performing a vocal or instrumental selection that evening. If this interests you, please call the library at 989-453- 2341 and speak with a staff member who will answer your questions and add your name to the list of performers for the event.

Monday, March 25, 2013


HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday-9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

THANK YOU TO AREA BUSINESSES
We are grateful to the area businesses and organizations that supported us
with their donations to our Winter Reading Program for adults – A&D Home
Care - Pigeon, Amy’s – Pigeon, Bailey Insurance – Pigeon, Bay Port State
Bank, Bay Theatre – Caseville, Caseville True Value Hardware, Co-operative
Elevator Company, Eicher’s Cleaners – Pigeon, Elkton Hardware, El Rio
Restaurant – Pigeon, Friends of the Pigeon District Library, Haist Flowers &
Gifts – Pigeon, HarJo’s Ben Franklin – Pigeon, Heckman Barber Shop – Pigeon,
Independent Bank – Pigeon, Jeff’s MarketPlace – Caseville, Lindas’ Basket
Case – Pigeon, Mainsail Quick Stop BP – Caseville, Main Street CafĂ© and
Bakery – Pigeon, McCormick Motors – Pigeon, North Star Bank – Pigeon, Orr’s
Drug Store – Pigeon, Pigeon Hardware, Pigeon IGA, Pigeon Rotary Club, Pigeon
Telephone Company, Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Pigeon, Scheurer Family
Vision – Pigeon, State Farm Insurance – Pigeon, Thumb Cellular – Pigeon,
Thumb National Bank – Pigeon, and Under the Sun Designs - Pigeon.
The donated items were used as one of the weekly prizes during the nine-week
program or were used at the Winter Reading Program party which was held on
March 19th in the library’s Community Room.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Easter” will be the theme for Tuesday, March 26, 2013. A half-hour Lap-Sit
Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending
the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

EASTER COOKIE DECORATING
Children are invited to attend an Easter Cookie Decorating Hour on Tuesday,
March 26th from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Children will able to decorate at least 4
sugar cookies to share with family members. So, come and help us decorate
some cookies with frosting and many types of sprinkles and other decorating
goodies!

BOOK CLUB
Open discussion will be held at the March Book Club meeting. This meeting
will be held on Tuesday, March 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.

LIFE LINE SCREENING – MARCH 26
On Tuesday, March 26th, Life Line Screening will be offering five different
medical screening in the Community Room of the Pigeon District Library. Stop
by the library to pick up a flyer or click on the link on our home page at
www.pigeondistrictlibrary.com. Pre-registration is required. To register,
call 1-800-324-1851 or register on-line at
www.lifelinescreening.com/community-partners. Priority Code: HSC5447

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

GOOD FRIDAY HOURS
The Pigeon District Library will be closing on Good Friday, March 29 at
12:00 (Noon), so staff members may observe Good Friday services with friends
and family.

AUTHOR TO SPEAK ON POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
On Tuesday, April 16th, at 7:00 PM, the Pigeon District Library will host
Ken Rogers, a life-long Michigan resident and author of the book "Post Traumatic Stress
Disorder: A Police Officer's Report". Ken says, "I have written a book
about my personal experiences serving as a Police Officer and my involvement
in the shooting of a barricaded gunman. The emotional issues which followed
including suffering Post Traumatic Stress Disorder changed my life forever.
My desire is that other First Responders understand that they are not alone in their
feelings of isolation and depression. With help and knowledge they can survive a critical
incident and the possibility of developing PTSD."
The free program is open to everyone who has an interest in post traumatic
stress disorder and in learning how Ken dealt with his PTSD.

MUSICAL JAMBOREE– APRIL 18
Each year the library hosts a Musical Jamboree during National Library
Week. This year the jamboree will be held on Thursday evening, April 18th
beginning at 7:00 PM in the library’s Community Room. Staff members are
looking for talented individuals of all ages who are willing to share their
talent with the community by performing a vocal or instrumental selection
that evening. If this interests you, please call the library at 989-453- 2341
and speak with a staff member who will answer your questions and add
your name to the list of performers for the event.

MISSING ISSUES OF LOCAL NEWSPAPER NEEDED
Over the years, the library has continued to microfilm the weekly paper so
that residents have access to back issues when researching family history or
local events. We are currently getting the 2007, 2008 and 2009 issues of
the Newsweekly and the Huron County Press microfilmed and have been informed
that we have several issues missing or damaged. If anyone has the following
issues of the Newsweekly/Huron County Press and would be willing to loan
them to us for microfilming purposes, we would be extremely grateful –
December 5, 2007; January 30, 2008; April 23, 2008; July 2, 2008.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday-9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
This is the fifth year for our adult winter reading program which is scheduled for January 15 – March 15, 2013. We think it is a lot of fun for our adult readers, but participation is totally optional. Every time you check out a book, magazine, audio book, or book on CD, you can fill out an entry slip for a chance to win one of the weekly prizes which will be given away. The library staff would like to thank the following businesses for donating prizes to the program: A & D Home Health Care-Pigeon,Amy’s-Pigeon, Bailey Insurance-Pigeon, Bay Port State Bank, Bay Theatre-Caseville, Caseville Hardware, Co-op Elevator Company-Pigeon, Eicher’s Cleaner-Pigeon, El Rio Restaurant-Pigeon, Elkton Hardware, Har-Jo’s Ben Franklin-Pigeon, Heckman Barber Shop-Pigeon, Independent Bank-Pigeon, Jeff’s Marketplace-Caseville, Lindas’ Basket Case-Pigeon, McCormick Motors-Pigeon, Mainsail Quick Stop (BP)-Caseville, NorthStar Bank-Pigeon,Orr’s Drugstore-Pigeon, Pigeon Hardware, Pigeon IGA, Pigeon Rotary Club, Scheurer Family Pharmacy-Pigeon, Scheurer Family Vision, Thumb Cellular-Pigeon and Thumb National Bank.

CONGRATULATIONS TO WEEK 1 - WEEK 5 WINNERS!
Congratulations to our Adult Winter Reading Program winners from Week 1 – Week 5.
Week 1: Jane Walker and Cindy Johnson
Week 2: Margaret Sauer and Arlene Gingerich
Week 3: Mike Gehrs and Mary Anne Howe
Week 4: Ken Licht and Jacky Walsh
Week 5: Susan Krueger and Lucille Ziel
The library staff would like to thank the following businesses for donating prizes for the weekly winners: Bay Theatre-Caseville, Cooperative Elevator Company, Eicher’s Cleaner-Pigeon, Elkton Hardware, Harjo’s Ben Franklin, Mainsail Quickstop-BP-Caseville, McCormick Motors, Pigeon District Library and Pigeon Hardware.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Dental Time” will be the theme for Tuesday, February 26, 2013. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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 your 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, February 21 at 5:00 PM.

PASSPORT FAIR
For those planning a trip out of the country soon and needing a passport, the U. S. Postal Service will be helping by hosting a Passport Fair on Tuesday, February 26th from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the Pigeon District Library. The Passport Fair will take place in the Community Room and will be staffed by a trained postal employee who will handle the application, fee payment, passport photo, and verification processes.

“The Postal Service has made it more convenient for customers to travel internationally by promoting our passport application services that are available at over 100 postal locations in Michigan and at an upcoming event at the Pigeon District Library,” says Unionville Postal Employee, Linda Bedore.

To save time, you can pick up a passport application at the Pigeon Post Office, Unionville Post Office or Pigeon District Library or download a passport application at www.travel.state.gov to complete your application beforehand.

BOOK CLUB
The next scheduled meeting for the book club is February 26 at 6:30 PM. A general discussion will be held, since no book has been chosen for this meeting. If you or someone you know would like to join us, please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, February 28 at 4:30 PM
“Secret of the Wings” Rated: G Time: 75 minutes
“Journey with Tinker Bell and her fairy friends into the forbidden world of the mysterious Winter Woods, where curiosity and adventure lead Tink to an amazing discovery and reveal a magical secret that could change her world forever.”

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which, during the winter, is offered on the second Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Bella and Reese will be at the library on Thursday, March 14th from 4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.



Friday, February 1, 2013

HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday-9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday-9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday-9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sunday-CLOSED

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
This is the fifth year for our adult winter reading program which is scheduled for January 15 – March 15, 2013. We think it is a lot of fun for our adult readers, but participation is totally optional. Every time you check out a book, magazine, audio book, or book on CD, you can fill out an entry slip for a chance to win one of the weekly prizes which will be given away. The library staff would like to thank the following businesses for donating prizes to the program: Bay Port State Bank, Bay Theatre-Caseville, Co-op Elevator Company-Pigeon, Eicher’s Cleaner-Pigeon, Elkton Hardware, Jeff’s Marketplace-Caseville, Har-Jo’s Ben Franklin-Pigeon, McCormick Motors-Pigeon, Mainsail Quick Stop (BP)-Caseville, Orr’s Drugstore-Pigeon, Thumb Cellular-Pigeon and Thumb National Bank.

Adult patrons who are downloading OverDrive audio books and e-books can also participate in the Winter Reading Program. Simply call the library within seven days of the date you have downloaded a book from OverDrive and the staff will fill out an entry slip for you after verifying the date of checkout.

CONGRATULATIONS TO WEEK 1 AND WEEK 2 WINNERS!
Congratulations to Jane Walker and Cindy Johnson-our Week 1 winners in our Adult Winter Reading Program. Jane received a free book along with a $25 Gift Card donated by Cooperative Elevator Company, and Cindy received a free book along with a Lint Brush donated by Eicher’s Cleaners and a game donated by Harjo’s Ben Franklin.

Congratulations also go out to Margaret Sauer and Arlene Gingrich-our Week 2 winners in our Adult Winter Reading Program. Margaret received a free book along with a $25 Gift Card donated by Cooperative Elevator Company, and Arlene received a free book along with 10 bags of chips donated by Mainsail Quick Stop-BP-Caseville.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Pets” will be the theme for Tuesday, February 5, 2013. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

FREE MOVIE FOR ADULTS
“The Deep End of the Ocean”
Tuesday, February 5th at 5:30 PM
The Pigeon District Library Book Club will be hosting a showing of the movie “The Deep End of the Ocean” in the Community Room of the library on Tuesday, February 5th at 5:30 PM. Beverages will be served along with treats that anyone wishes to bring and share. For more information please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which, during the winter, is offered on the second Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Bella, Paddy and Reese will be at the library on Thursday, February 14th from 4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

WRITING WORKSHOP
Pigeon District Library is hosting a free six-week “Words Work Writing Workshop” which has begun. Class dates are: Feb. 4, 11, and 18 with Mon., Feb. 25th for makeup in case a regular date is canceled due to weather or other emergency. Time for the workshop is 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
This FREE workshop is open to any teen or adult with an interest in writing. No prior writing or publishing experience is required. There is no cost to participate but donations to the Pigeon Library are encouraged.

Leading the workshop is instructor Kathy Henderson-Sturtz, of Pigeon who is an award-winning book author with over 30 years professional experience writing, editing, publishing, speaking, and marketing in a wide variety of publications and fields.

For more information, contact: Kathy Henderson-Sturtz, kat@katsturtz.com or
989-545-5351.To register: call Pigeon District Library at 989-453-2341.







Tuesday, January 15, 2013


ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
This is the fifth year for our adult winter reading program which is scheduled for January 15 – March 15, 2013. We think it is a lot of fun for our adult readers, but participation is totally optional. Every time you check out a book, magazine, audio book, or book on CD, you can fill out an entry slip for a chance to win one of the weekly prizes which will be given away. The library staff would like to thank the following businesses for donating prizes to the program: Bay Theatre-Caseville, Co-op Elevator Company-Pigeon, Elkton Hardware, Har-Jo’s Ben Franklin-Pigeon, McCormick Motors-Pigeon, and Eicher’s Cleaner-Pigeon.

Adult patrons who are downloading OverDrive audio books and e-books can also participate in the Winter Reading Program. Simply call the library within seven days of the date you have downloaded a book from OverDrive and the staff will fill out an entry slip for you after verifying the date of checkout.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Manners” will be the theme for Tuesday, January 22, 2013. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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 24 at 4:30 PM in the library’s Community Room. The meeting is open to the public.

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.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which, during the winter, is offered on the second Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Bella, Paddy and Reese will be at the library on Thursday, February 14th from 4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

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.

TITLES ADDED TO OVERDRIVE ADVANTAGE COLLECTION
The library has recently purchased thirty-seven e-book titles to add to its OverDrive Advantage Collection, bringing the library’s Advantage E-book Collection total to eighty-three. These titles are only visible to and available for check out to PDL patrons and are identified with an “a” and “checkmark” when one clicks on the “Download eBooks” link from the library’s home page and signs in to access the “FuelYourMind Digital Collection”. As always, patrons can browse this “Virtual Branch” website to see titles that are available to patrons of all the member libraries.

WRITING WORKSHOP
Pigeon District Library is hosting a free six-week “Words Work Writing Workshop” beginning January 14, 2013 from 7:00-9:00pm. Class dates are: Jan. 14, 21, 28 and Feb. 4, 11, and 18 with Mon., Feb. 25th for makeup in case a regular date is canceled due to weather or other emergency.

This FREE workshop is open to any teen or adult with an interest in writing. No prior writing or publishing experience is required. There is no cost to participate but donations to the Pigeon Library are encouraged.

Leading the workshop is instructor Kathy Henderson-Sturtz, of Pigeon who is an award-winning book author with over 30 years professional experience writing, editing, publishing, speaking, and marketing in a wide variety of publications and fields.

For more information, contact: Kathy Henderson-Sturtz, kat@katsturtz.com or 989-545-5351.
To register: call Pigeon District Library at 989-453-2341.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for December 2012 was 2,336 items including 1,085 Books, 10 Toys, 1 Discovery Pack, 327 DVD Rentals, 180 Video Checkouts, 163 Audio, Books on CD and Playaways, 59 Magazines, 144 Internet Users, 15 Puzzles, 442 New Materials, and 63 NF Videos and DVDs. Inter-loan statistics included 168 items borrowed and 256 items loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium and 39 items borrowed and 21 items loaned to other libraries through MelCat. Statistics included 29 OverDrive Audio Books and 197 E-books. Income received included $140.30 from Copier, $110.60 from Fines, and $61.00 from Faxes. Nine registrations for the month included: Caseville 1, Chandler 1, City of Caseville 5, and Oliver 2.

Thursday, December 27, 2012

USED BOOK SALE – JANUARY 5
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its January Used Book Sale on Saturday, January 5, 2013, in the Reference Room of the library from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Prices range from $.25 to $3.00. Also, don’t forget the Self-Serve Used Book Sale. Selected hardcover and paperback books are always on the bookshelves near the Circulation Counter.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Fun Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, January 8, 2013. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

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.

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
This is the fifth year for our adult winter reading program which is scheduled for January 15 – March 15, 2013. We think it is a lot of fun for our adult readers, but participation is totally optional. Every time you check out a book, magazine, audio book, or book on CD, you can fill out an entry slip for a chance to win one of the weekly prizes which will be given away.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.
Pre-registration is required for the program which, during the winter, is offered on the third Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for

the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Bella, Paddy and Reese will be at the library on Thursday, January 17th from 4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

TITLES ADDED TO OVERDRIVE ADVANTAGE COLLECTION
The library has recently purchased thirty-seven e-book titles to add to its OverDrive Advantage Collection, bringing the library’s Advantage E-book Collection total to eighty-three. These titles are only visible to and available for check out to PDL patrons and are identified with an “a” and “checkmark” when one clicks on the “Download eBooks” link from the library’s home page and signs in to access the “FuelYourMind Digital Collection”. As always, patrons can browse this “Virtual Branch” website to see titles that are available to patrons of all the member libraries.

WRITING WORKSHOP
Pigeon District Library is hosting a free six-week “Words Work Writing Workshop” beginning January 14, 2013 from 7:00-9:00pm. Class dates are: Jan. 14, 21, 28 and Feb. 4, 11, and 18 with Mon., Feb. 25th for makeup in case a regular date is canceled due to weather or other emergency.

This FREE workshop is open to any teen or adult with an interest in writing. No prior writing or publishing experience is required. There is no cost to participate but donations to the Pigeon Library are encouraged.

Leading the workshop is instructor Kathy Henderson-Sturtz, of Pigeon who is an award-winning book author with over 30 years professional experience writing, editing, publishing, speaking, and marketing in a wide variety of publications and fields.

-The basics of writing and publishing are interwoven into each class. However, the overall focus is helping students improve their individual writing skills and talent. It doesn't matter if you write fiction, nonfiction, poetry, personal experience, essays, blog posts, etc., you'll be able to immediately apply what we cover in each class.

- You'll also have time to learn and practice editing and critique your own and other's work, plus get advice about publishing and marketing in both traditional and self-publishing industries.

- Bonus: Words Work Writing Workshop students will have access to a private Facebook group where they can share more with each other, ask for and offer advice, plus receive additional one-on-one coaching from workshop instructor, Kathy Henderson-Sturtz.

* Participation in the Facebook group is also free and completely optional.

- The “Words Work Writing Workshop” will cover many different types of writing and publishing (some more than others depending on the class dynamics and what is of most interest to the students.)

For more information, contact: Kathy Henderson-Sturtz, kat@katsturtz.com or 989-545-5351.

To register: call Pigeon District Library at 989-453-2341.



Friday, December 21, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS
Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

GIVING TREE A SUCCESS
The library staff would like to thank the Friends of the Pigeon District Library and the library patrons who donated books for the Giving Tree. A total of 74 books were wrapped for the Christmas season. The library will accept new or gently used books for the Giving Tree at any time of the year. This year thirty-seven children received the gift of reading.

STORY HOUR
There will be no Lap-Sit or Story Hour on December 25, 2012 or January 1, 2013. Sessions for Lap-Sit and PreSchool Story Hour will resume on January 8, 2013. The theme will be “Fun Day”. 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 CLOSINGS
The library will be closing at noon on Monday, December 24 and will be closed on Tuesday, December 25-Christmas Day. The library will also be closing at noon on Monday, December 31 and will be closed on Tuesday, January 1-New Year Day. Happy Holidays!

HOLIDAY DVD RENTALS
From December 17 – 31, 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.

FOOD FOR FINES: DECEMB ER 17 – 31
Start the year 2013 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.

BOOKPAGE
The December 2012 issue of BookPage had 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 1000000 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 discoveries.” BookPage can be accessed through the internet at www.bookpage.com.

ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM
This is the fifth year for our adult winter reading program which is scheduled for January 15 – March 15, 2013. We think it is 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.
LIBRARY SERVICES
PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC

1. Computer Use: Patrons and visitors wishing to access the Internet must have a signed internet policy on file. There is no usage fee and wireless Internet service is also available.

2. Book Club: The book club meets in the library’s Community Room on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.

3. Story Hour: Lap-Sit Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for toddlers and Pre-School Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:30 AM for pre-school age children. Children gather in the Children’s Room before going into the Community Room where they listen to stories and participate in games, songs, crafts, and other activities which are led by Jane Himmel.

ITEMS LEFT BEHIND
Have you, by chance, left behind a jacket or sweater in one of the library’s coat closets? If you are missing one, please call the library at 453-2341 and describe it to the staff so they can check to see if it is among the “left behind” articles of clothing. Any unclaimed articles of clothing will be donated to Thumb Industries in January.



Tuesday, December 4, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS
Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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 is located in the Children’s Room. 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. Deadline for dropping off books for the Giving Tree is December 15th.

THE BUGGS – HOLIDAY SING ALONG
Monday, December 10th from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Community Room of the library
The kids are still in school (or you no longer have young kids), you’re ready (or not ready) for the holidays, and you’d like to just “relax” a little. We’ll get in the spirit of the season as we gather ‘round the fireplace and join in singing familiar Christmas carols with Raymond and Susan Bugg. Light refreshments will be provided. Come and enjoy!

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Snow” will be the theme for Tuesday, December 11, 2012. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

MADE IN MICHIGAN MARKET DAY
The library is hosting a Made in Michigan Market Day on Friday, December 14th from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. The vendors include Pam Bonke, Laurel De La Rosa, Bill Diller, Ron Dimmitt, Kami House, Misty Wettergren, Jay Montgomery, Jennifer Sroka, Duane Wurst and the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. Handmade and homemade items will be available for purchase including bread, cinnamon rolls, bars and cookies, peanut brittle, honey, jewelry, soaps, spa items, and photographs. Anyone who is interested in registering for a free table should call the library at 989-453-2341.

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS MOVIE AND COOKIE DECORATING
Tuesday, December 18
Movie at 4:30 PM and Cookie Decorating at 5:00 PM
Community Room of the library
Children are invited to come to the library and watch the movie “Charlie Brown Christmas” and decorate some Christmas cookies to take home and share with family members. There is no charge for this event. Please come and join us for some Christmas fun!

BOOKPAGE
The December 2012 issue of BookPage had 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 1000000 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 discoveries.” BookPage can be accessed through the internet at www.bookpage.com.

LIBRARY SERVICES
PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC
1. Computer Use: Patrons and visitors wishing to access the Internet must have a signed internet policy on file. There is no usage fee and wireless Internet service is also available.
2. Book Club: The book club meets in the library’s Community Room on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.
3. Story Hour: Lap-Sit Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for toddlers and Pre-School Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:30 AM for pre-school age children. Children gather in the Children’s Room before going into the Community Room where they listen to stories and participate in games, songs, crafts, and other activities which are led by Jane Himmel.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which is offered on the first Monday and third Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for
the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Paddy and Reese will be at the library on Thursday, December 20th from
4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

ITEMS LEFT BEHIND
Have you, by chance, left behind a jacket or sweater in one of the library’s coat closets? If you are missing one, please call the library at 453-2341 and describe it to the staff so they can check to see if it is among the “left behind” articles of clothing. Any unclaimed articles of clothing will be donated to Thumb Industries in January.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS
Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which is offered on the first Monday and third Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for
the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Paddy and Reese will be at the library on Monday, December 3rd from
4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Mittens” will be the theme for Tuesday, December 4, 2012. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.
FREE MOVIE FOR ADULTS
“The Christmas Box”
Tuesday, December 4th at 5:30 PM
The Pigeon District Library Book Club will be hosting a showing of the movie “The Christmas Box” in the Community Room of the library on Tuesday, December 4th at 5:30 PM. Beverages will be served along with treats that anyone wishes to bring and share. For more information please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.

THE BUGGS – HOLIDAY SING ALONG
Monday, December 10th from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Community Room of the library
The kids are still in school (or you no longer have young kids), you’re ready (or not ready) for the holidays, and you’d like to just “relax” a little. We’ll get in the spirit of the season as we gather ‘round the fireplace and join in singing familiar Christmas carols with Raymond and Susan Bugg. Light refreshments will be provided. Come and enjoy!

MADE IN MICHIGAN MARKET DAY
The library is hosting a Made in Michigan Market Day on Friday, December 14th from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. The vendors include Pam Bonke, Laurel De La Rosa, Bill Diller, Ron Dimmitt, Kami House, Misty Wettergren, Jay Montgomery, Jennifer Sroka, Duane Wurst and the Friends of the Pigeon District Library. Handmade and homemade items will be available for purchase including bread, cinnamon rolls, bars and cookies, peanut brittle, honey, jewelry, soaps, spa items, and photographs. Anyone who is interested in registering for a free table should call the library at 989-453-2341.

LIBRARY SERVICES
PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC
1. Computer Use: Patrons and visitors wishing to access the Internet must have a signed internet policy on file. There is no usage fee and wireless Internet service is also available.
2. Book Club: The book club meets in the library’s Community Room on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.
3. Story Hour: Lap-Sit Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for toddlers and Pre-School Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:30 AM for pre-school age children. Children gather in the Children’s Room before going into the Community Room where they listen to stories and participate in games, songs, crafts, and other activities which are led by Jane Himmel.

LEARNINGEXPRESS LIBRARY
Do you know what’s available at MeL.org? Click on the MeLCat icon which is on the library’s webpage and then click on the “MeL Home” Link to find a variety of options to choose from. One of the more popular is the Tests and Tutorials button located on the left-hand side of the page. LearningExpress Library’s resources offer practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, eBooks, and information you need to achieve in school, work and life. At the LearningExpress page, on the left hand side, you will find several learning centers which include Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Preparation, College Students, Popular Software Tutorials, GED Preparation, Workplace Skills Improvement, Occupation Practice Tests, Skill Building for Adults, U.S. Citizenship, and Computer and Internet Basics. To use the website you will need to create a username and password. Since many people are exploring other career fields, the Occupation Practice Tests are extremely helpful. In this area you will discover instantly scored licensing, certification, and aptitude practice tests, online career preparation, and vital information for a wide variety of occupations. You can choose tests, courses, and e-books from the categories below: Air Traffic Controller, Civil Service, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Electrical, Emergency Medical Services, Firefighter, Green Careers, Law Enforcement, Military, Nursing and Allied Health, Legal, Plumbing, Real Estate, Teaching, Test-Taking Skills Improvement, and WorkKeys Preparation.



Tuesday, November 20, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS
Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

MADE IN MICHIGAN MARKET DAY
The library is hosting a Made in Michigan Market Day on Friday, December 14th from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM that will feature handmade/homemade items-bread, cookies, crafts, honey, jewelry, and peanut brittle. Anyone who is interested in registering for a table should call the library at 989-453-2341.

FREE MOVIE FOR ADULTS
“The Christmas Box”
Tuesday, December 4th at 5:30 PM
The Pigeon District Library Book Club will be hosting a showing of the movie “The Christmas Box” in the Community Room of the library on Tuesday, December 4th at 5:30 PM. Beverages will be served along with treats that anyone wishes to bring and share. For more information please call the library at 453-2341 and ask for Jane Himmel.

THE BUGGS – HOLIDAY SING ALONG
Monday, December 10th from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Community Room of the Library
The kids are still in school (or you no longer have young kids), you’re ready (or not ready) for the holidays, and you’d like to just “relax” a little. We’ll get in the spirit of the season as we gather ‘round the fireplace and join in singing familiar Christmas carols with Raymond and Susan Bugg. Light refreshments will be provided. Come and enjoy!

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Nutrition” will be the theme for Tuesday, November 27, 2012. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which is offered on the first Monday and third Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for
the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). Paddy and Reese will be at the library on Monday, December 3rd from
4 PM – 5 PM. If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

LIBRARY SERVICES
PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC
1. Computer Use: Patrons and visitors wishing to access the Internet must have a signed internet policy on file. There is no usage fee and wireless Internet service is also available.

2. Book Club: The book club meets in the library’s Community Room on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.

3. Story Hour: Lap-Sit Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for toddlers and Pre-School Story Hour is held every Tuesday at 10:30 AM for pre-school are children. Children gather in the Children’s Room before going to the Community Room where they listen to stories and participate in games, songs, crafts, and other activities which are led by Jane Himmel.

LEARNINGEXPRESS LIBRARY
Do you know what’s available at MeL.org? Click on the MeLCat icon which is on the library’s webpage and then click on the “MeL Home” Link to find a variety of options to chose from. One of the more popular is the Tests and Tutorials button located on the left-hand side of the page. LearningExpress Library’s resources offer practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, eBooks, and information you need to achieve in school, work and life. At the LearningExpress page, on the left hand side, you will find several learning centers which include Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Preparation, College Students, Popular Software Tutorials, GED Preparation, Workplace Skills Improvement, Occupation Practice Tests, Skill Building for Adults, U.S. Citizenship, and Computer and Internet Basics. To use the website you will need to create a username and password. Since many people are exploring other career fields, the Occupation Practice Tests are extremely helpful. In this area you will discover instantly scored licensing, certification, and aptitude practice tests, online career preparation, and vital information for a wide variety of occupations. You can choose tests, courses, and e-books from the categories below: Air Traffic Controller, Civil Service, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Electrical, Emergency Medical Services, Firefighter, Green Careers, Law Enforcement, Military, Nursing and Allied Health, Legal, Plumbing, Real Estate, Teaching, Test-Taking Skills Improvement, and WorkKeys Preparation.



Monday, October 29, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS
Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

THURSDAY REFRESHMENTS
Hot coffee, cocoa, spiced apple cider and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a hot cup of coffee, cocoa, spiced apple cider or tea while studying, reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.
TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS: NOVEMBER 5TH
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.
Pre-registration is required for the program which is offered on the first Monday and third Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” on Monday, November 5th, please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Hug-a-Bear Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, November 6, 2012. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.
FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, November 8th at 4:30 PM
“Arthur Christmas” Rated: PG Time: 97 Minutes
“How can Santa deliver billions of presents to the whole-world in just one night? With army of one million combat-style Field Elves and a vast, state-of-the-art control center under the ice of the North Pole! So how could this incredible operation have missed one child? To Santa's young son, Arthur, it threatens to end the magic of Christmas. With retired Grandsanta, a rebellious young elf, an old sleigh and some untrained reindeer, Arthur sets out on a crazy mission to deliver the last present!”

MARKET DAY-NOVEMBER 10TH
The library will be hosting a Market Day on Saturday, November 10th from
10 AM–1 PM which will feature handmade/homemade items and produce from the garden. If you are interested in reserving no-fee table space for this event, please call the library at 989-453-2341.
LIFELINE SCREENING-NOV. 13
To receive a $10 discount on screening package #1 or #2, stop by the library to pick-up a pre-registration form.

FRIENDS OF THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY MEETING
You can support your 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 15 at 5:00 PM.

CIRCULATION
Circulation for September 2012 included 1,333 Books, 6 Toys, 3 Discovery Packs, 44 New DVD Rentals, 70 Audio and CDs, 58 Magazines, 194 Internet Users, 163 Old DVD Rentals, 8 Puzzles, 394 New materials, 50 Non-Fiction Videos and DVDs, and 187 Video Rentals. Income received included $87.90 from Copier, $150.15 from Fines, and $63.00 from Faxes. Statistics included 19 OverDrive Audio Books, 114 E-books, 2 NewsBank Newspaper article accessed, 278 items borrowed and 340 items loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium, 70 items borrowed and 34 loaned through the MelCat System, and 1 item loaned through the Peabody System. Fourteen registrations for the month included Caseville 4, City of Caseville 1, Oliver 4, Winsor 3, Grant-1 Limited Use Library Card, and Novesta-1 Limited Use Library Card.
OVERDRIVE APP AVILABLE FOR NOOK USERS
Borrowing eBooks and audiobooks from the library just got a whole lot easier
for users of the NOOK HD, NOOK HD+, NOOK Tablet™ and NOOK Color™. Recently, Barnes & Noble added the OverDrive Media Console app to the NOOK Apps™ storefront. This NOOK app enables users to wirelessly borrow eBooks and MP3 audiobooks from the library.
All NOOK devices—including NOOK 1st Edition,NOOK Simple Touch and NOOK
Simple Touch with GlowLight—have always enabled users to read eBooks
borrowed from libraries, but the process required sideloading the files from
a computer using Adobe Digital Editions and a USB cable. Now users of NOOK
HD, NOOK HD+, NOOK Tablet and NOOK Color can borrow eBooks and audiobooks wirelessly using the OverDrive app.
Users can visit the NOOK Apps storefront to install the free OverDrive Media
Console app. The app enables users to locate our library, browse or search
our eBook and MP3 audiobook collection and, after entering a valid library
card ID, check out and download the title.



Friday, October 26, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS
Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
FOPDL HALLOWEEN COOKIE SALES-OCTOBER 30TH
Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having their annual Halloween Cookie Sale on Tuesday, October 30th. Cookie bags will be on sale for $1 per bag. All proceeds benefit the Pigeon District Library

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Orange Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, October 30th. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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 October meeting will be “No Time to Wave Goodbye” by Jacquelyn Mitchard. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, October 30 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.
THURSDAY REFRESHMENTS
Hot coffee, cocoa, spiced apple cider and tea are available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a hot cup of coffee, cocoa, spiced apple cider or tea while studying, reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

USED BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Pigeon District Library will be having its November Used Book Sale
On Saturday, November 3rd, 2012, in the Reference Room of the library from
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. 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.
TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS: NOVEMBER 5TH
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which is offered on the first Monday and third Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” on Monday, November 5th, please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, November 8th at 4:30 PM
“Arthur Christmas” Rated: PG Time: 97 Minutes

“How can Santa deliver billions of presents to the whole-world in just one night? With army of one million combat-style Field Elves and a vast, state-of-the-art control center under the ice of the North Pole! So how could this incredible operation have missed one child? To Santa's young son, Arthur, it threatens to end the magic of Christmas. With retired Grandsanta, a rebellious young elf, an old sleigh and some untrained reindeer, Arthur sets out on a crazy mission to deliver the last present!”

MARKET DAY-NOVEMBER 10TH
The library will be hosting a Market Day on Saturday, November 10th from
10 AM–1 PM which will feature handmade/homemade items and produce from the garden. If you are interested in reserving table space for this event, please call the library at 989-453-2341.

OVERDRIVE APP AVILABLE FOR NOOK USERS
Borrowing eBooks and audiobooks from the library just got a whole lot easier
for users of the NOOK HD, NOOK HD+, NOOK Tablet™ and NOOK Color™. Recently, Barnes & Noble added the OverDrive Media Console app to the NOOK Apps™ storefront. This NOOK app enables users to wirelessly borrow eBooks and MP3 audiobooks from the library.
All NOOK devices—including NOOK 1st Edition,NOOK Simple Touch and NOOK
Simple Touch with GlowLight—have always enabled users to read eBooks
borrowed from libraries, but the process required sideloading the files from
a computer using Adobe Digital Editions and a USB cable. Now users of NOOK
HD, NOOK HD+, NOOK Tablet and NOOK Color can borrow eBooks and audiobooks wirelessly using the OverDrive app.

Users can visit the NOOK Apps storefront to install the free OverDrive Media
Console app. The app enables users to locate our library, browse or search
our eBook and MP3 audiobook collection and, after entering a valid library
card ID, check out and download the title.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS


Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Fire Safety” will be the theme for Tuesday, October 9th. A half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

THURSDAY REFRESHMENTS
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 studying, reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

HONOR FLIGHT MICHIGAN: THE LEGACY
Honor Flight Michigan – The Legacy Documentary tells the life stories of several
Michigan soldiers who served their country some 60 years ago during WWII and
then documents their all expenses paid Honor Flight to see the WWII memorial
in Washington D.C., courtesy of Honor Flight Michigan. The documentary includes appearances by Colin Powell, Senator Bob Dole, Honor Flight Michigan Board Members and founder, the late Dave Cameron.

This amazing film was written, directed, filmed and edited by two Michigan Film
Makers – Gabe Downey and Jon Mellow in honor of their grandfathers, both
decorated WWII heroes. It includes a beautiful poignant soundtrack by
Michigan composer James Stonehouse. To learn more about the film visit www.thelegacydocumentary.com

Join us in honoring the Legacy of Michigan’s World War II Heroes and Honor
Flight Michigan who provided their trip of a lifetime. On Tuesday, October 16th at
2 PM “Honor Flight Michigan - The Legacy” documentary will be shown on the 7’ x 7’ screen in the Community Room of the Pigeon District Library, 7236 Nitz Street, Pigeon.

Admission is free and light refreshments will be served.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS: OCTOBER 18TH
Last year, the library started a program using therapy dogs called “Tail Waggin’ Tutors”. Children in grades K-4 are encouraged to come to the library and read to one of three therapy dogs. Bella is owned by Sandy Chalou, Paddy is owned by Bernie Dezenski, and Reese is owned by Jerry & Yvonne Greer. The goal is to encourage children to read by providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment where children can feel comfortable reading aloud to a furry friend. The dogs are licensed, certified and insured – one through Therapy Dogs, Inc. and two through Therapy Dogs, International.

Pre-registration is required for the program which will be offered this month on Thursday, October 18th and in November it will be offered the first Monday and third Thursday of each month between 4:00 PM and 500 PM. A child who signs up for the program will spend ten minutes reading aloud to one of the therapy dogs (and its handler). If your child is interested in reading to one of our “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” on Thursday, September 18th, please call the library at 453-2341 to sign-up for an available time slot.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Tuesday, October 16 at 4:30 PM
Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted Rated: PG Time: 93 Minutes
“The film opens with the penguins and lemur King Julien XIII flying off in a monkey-powered plane to visit the casinos of Monte Carlo, leaving Alex, Marty, Gloria, and Melman back in Africa awaiting their return. When the penguins don't come back, the lion, zebra, hippo, and giraffe go after them and descend on the casino in their typically bumbling fashion.”

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

CIRCULATION
Circulation for August 2012 included 1, 535 Books, 24 Toys, 10 Discovery Packs, 43 New DVD Rentals, 96 Audio and CDs, 82 Magazines, 266 Internet Users, 192 Old DVD Rentals, 2 Puzzles, 460 New Materials, 25 Non-Fiction Videos and DVDs, and 246 Video Rentals. Statistics included 258 borrowed and 388 loaned to other libraries through the Valley Library Consortium, 11 items borrowed and 8 loaned through the MelCat System. Income received included $98.20 from Copier, $194.75 from Fines, and $65.00 from Faxes. Twenty-three registrations for the month included Caseville 6, City of Caseville 2, Fairhaven 2, McKinley 2, Oliver 5, and Winsor 3.

Thursday, September 20, 2012

NEW LIBRARY MATERIALS


FICTION
Black Dahlia and White Rose                                       by           Joyce Carol Oates
Bridesmaid                                                                      by           Beverly Lewis
Fool Me Twice                                                                by           Robert B. Parker
Garment of Shadows                                                     by           Laurie King
The Janus Reprisal                                                          by           Robert Ludlum
Line of Fire                                                                       by           Stephen White
Odd Apocalypse                                                              by           Dean Koontz
Tigers Claw                                                                       by           Dale Brown
Time Keeper                                                                     by           Mitch Albom
Tombs                                                                                by           Clive Cussler
A Wanted Man                                                                 by           Lee Child
You Don’t Want to Know                                               by           Lisa Jackson
 
Large-Print Fiction
The Amish Bride                                                               by           Mindy Starns Clark
Bones are Forever                                                            by           Kathy Reichs
Creole Belle                                                                       by           James Lee Burke
Faithful to Laura                                                               by           Kathleen Fuller
Fool Me Twice                                                                  by           Robert B. Parker
Matchmaker 911                                                             by           Wanda Brunstetter
Sweet Talk                                                                        by           Julie Garwood
Back Fire                                                                           by           Catherine Coulter
The Last Victim                                                                by           Karen Robards
Reunion                                                                             by           Lauraine Snelling
The Time Keeper                                                             by           Mitch Albom
 
 
 

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

LIBRARY HOURS


Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

SATURDAY FALL HOURS
Beginning Saturday, September 1, the library will be open from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

LABOR DAY CLOSING
The library will be closed on Monday, September 3 for Labor Day and will reopen on Tuesday, September 4 at its regular scheduled time of 9:00 AM.

NO LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR-SEPTEMBER 4
There will be no lap-sit or story hour on Tuesday, September 4, 2012. Usually a half-hour Lap-Sit Story Time is held for toddlers at 10:00 AM with parent and child attending the story time and Pre-School Story Hour is held 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.

THURSDAY REFRESHMENTS
Cold lemonade is available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library. Come and relax with a cup of lemonade while studying, reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

HIDS LITERACY PLAYGROUP AT THE PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
SEPTEMBER 6TH AT 5:00 PM
The Huron Intermediate School District and area libraries have partnered to
bring literacy playgroups to the following communities in 2012: Bad Axe,
Harbor Beach, Pigeon, Port Austin and Ubly. Melissa Stirrett with the HISD
will be at Pigeon District Library Thursday, September 6th from 5-6 PM.
Literacy Playgroups are free and open to any child birth to preschool. There
is no need to pre-register, just show up with your child and be ready to
read, play, and interact with other children and parents. Literacy playgroups
provide children with a variety of books, toys, and activities to
participate in. During the session children will hear a story, have a snack,
and play.

FREE FAMILY MOVIE
Thursday, September 6 at 4:30 PM
“The Pirates-Band of Misfits” Rated: PG Time: 88 Minutes
“Set sail for a fun-filled voyage of hilarious pirate antics with the biggest Band of Misfits on the seven seas! When the infamous Pirate Captain (Hugh Grant) is shunned once again by his rivals Black Bellamy (Jeremy Piven) and Liz Cutlass (Salma Hayek), he sets his sights to win the coveted Pirate of the Year Award! With his trusted "parrot" Polly and rag-tag crew at his side, Pirate Captain will need to battle a diabolical queen, save a young scientist and never lose sight of what a pirate loves best: Adventure!”
PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC
The library provides many services for its patrons and general public:
1. Internet Access - Patrons and visitors wishing to access the Internet must have a signed internet policy on file. There is no usage fee and wireless Internet service is also available.

2. Book Club-The book club meets in the library’s Community Room on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.

3. Black and white copies can be made in the following sizes:
8.5 inches by 11 inches - 10 cents per side
8.5 inches by 14 inches - 10 cents per side
11 inches by 17 inches - 25 cents per side

4. Color copies can be made in the following sizes:
8.5 inches by 11 inches - 50 cents per side
8.5 inches by 14 inches - 75 cents per side
11 inches by 17 inches - $1.00 per side

5. Fax Services - Faxes may be sent from and received at the library. The following prices apply: Cover sheet - no charge when it contains nothing other than contact information. Each page sent with or without cover page - $1.00. When sending a fax, be sure to take the Fax Transmission Receipt with you when you are finished.

6. Lamination Services-
8.5 inches by 11 inches - $1.00
8.5 inches by 14 inches - $1.40
11 inches by 17 inches - $1.75

7. Local Obituaries-The library maintains a database of local obituaries which can be accessed through a link on our home page.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO LIBRARY CARDHOLDERS
1. Downloadable Audio-Books and E-Books from OverDrive can be accessed by clicking on the “OverDrive” link on the library’s home page.

2. Books by Mail- a free service of the Pigeon District Library to the residents and property owners in Caseville, Chandler, Fairhaven, McKinley, Oliver, and Winsor Townships and the City of Caseville.

3. Interlibrary Loan (ILL) - Pigeon District Library card holders, who are in good standing, may request interlibrary loan items from other libraries. Patrons may place their own reserves using the library catalogs (VLC or MeLCat) or by asking a staff member for assistance. Reserves will be held at the Circulation Desk for 7 days.

4. NewsBank – PDL patrons can access archived issues of the Huron Daily Tribune dating back to Dec. 2001 and archived issues of seventeen “America’s News Magazines”. Patrons access NewsBank through a link on the PDL home page by entering their fourteen-digit barcode number.

Tuesday, August 7, 2012


LIBRARY HOURS
Monday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

LAP-SIT STORY TIME AND PRE-SCHOOL STORY HOUR
“Fun Day” will be the theme for Tuesday, August 14, 2012. 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.

THURSDAY REFRESHMENTS
Cold lemonade is available on Thursdays in the Reference Room of the library.  Come and relax with a cup of lemonade while studying, reading the newspaper or visiting with fellow readers.

BOOKPAGE
The August 2012 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 discoveries.” BookPage can be accessed through the internet at www.bookpage.com.

PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS)
The library has received a copy of the Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) for Northern Border Activities CD-ROM and draft Record of Decision (ROD). This is available to patrons for in-library review through August 31st. If you are interested in reviewing this, please inquire at the Circulation Desk. Individuals may obtain information on the status and progress of the Northern Border PEIS at http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/about/sr/.

PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC
The library provides many services for its patrons and general public:
1.     Computer Use - Patrons and visitors wishing to access the Internet must have a signed internet policy on file. There is no usage fee and wireless Internet service is also available.
2.     Book Club-The book club meets in the library’s Community Room on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.
3.     Black and white copies can be made in the following sizes:
8.5 inches by 11 inches - 10 cents per side
8.5 inches by 14 inches - 10 cents per side
11 inches by 17 inches - 25 cents per side
4.     Color copies can be made in the following sizes:
8.5 inches by 11 inches - 50 cents per side
8.5 inches by 14 inches - 75 cents per side
11 inches by 17 inches - $1.00 per side
5.     Fax Services - Faxes may be sent from and received at the library. The following prices apply: Cover sheet - no charge when it contains nothing other than contact information. Each page sent with or without cover page - $1.00.  When sending a fax, be sure to take the Fax Transmission Receipt with you when you are finished.
6.     Lamination Services-
8.5 inches by 11 inches - $1.00
8.5 inches by 14 inches - $1.40
11 inches by 17 inches - $1.75 
                                              


PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY SERVICES AVAILABLE TO LIBRARY CARDHOLDERS

1.     Downloadable Audio-Books and E-Books from OverDrive can be accessed by clicking on the “OverDrive” link on the library’s home page.

2.     Books by Mail- a free service of the Pigeon District Library to the residents and property owners in Caseville, Chandler, Fairhaven, McKinley, Oliver, and Winsor Townships and the City of Caseville.

3.     Interlibrary Loan (ILL) - Pigeon District Library card holders, who are in good standing, may request interlibrary loan items from other libraries.  Patrons may place their own reserves using the library catalogs (VLC or MeLCat) or by asking a staff member for assistance. Reserves will be held at the Circulation Desk for 7 days. 

NewsBank – PDL patrons can access archived issues of the Huron Daily Tribune dating back to Dec. 2001 and archived issues of seventeen “America’s News Magazines”.  Patrons access NewsBank through a link on the PDL home page by entering their fourteen-digit barcode number.