May 2013

National Library Week WINNERS

The library celebrated National Library Week during April 15 to April 20.  Winners of the two Nook SimpleTouch with Glowlights were announced on Monday, April 22. Nearly 200 patrons entered to win at the library by answering the question, “Why I Love My Library.” The second Nook was given away to one of 55 online entries explaining why “My Library Rocks.” The winners were Jeff Romack for the in-house drawing and Nathan Mestemaker for the online drawing. In addition, the library gave away approximately 100 eFriendly library book bags to patron who checked out more than 5 items. A special thanks to everyone for their kind words. Pictured are the winners in front of the display of entries. 

The library held its first ever Rockin' Lock-in on Friday, April 26th.  More than 50 kids ages 9 to 13 had a blast after hours @ the library.  Our own FoRizzle Lizzle & GMoney were the DJs for a Rockin' Dance party in the library commons. Three Wii Gaming stations as well as Pizza and other snacks were enjoyed in the community room.  A croquet course and a hanging donuts game were also available for everyone to play.  We are definitely going to do this again, so follow us on Facebook to watch for announcements, because pre-registration will be required.

Preschool Story & Craft

Thursday, May 9

7:00 pm

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to come for a special Mother's Day Preschool Story & craft.  Don't miss this final session before summer hours begin.  Pre-registration in not required.

SUMMER READING

Can you dig it? We can!

The 2013 Summer Reading Program at the Mercer County Library

begins on May 30^th and runs through August 2^nd!

This summer, we’ll be digging into great books and great fun as we learn all about construction machines, rocks, gems, mummies and artifacts, caves, dinosaurs, gardening and lots of other things that go under the earth! We’ll have our weekly Story and Craft sessions where we’ll cover a new and exciting subject each week as well as cool special events throughout the entire summer!

When school lets out, don’t get bored- EXPLORE!

Beat the rush! Early registration begins May 1^st

We’ll start counting your books on May 31^st!

The official kick-off with our pal, the incredibly fun Mr. Puppet, will be held 

Thursday, May 30^th at 10:00 a.m.!

Kids can sign up one week in advance for the weekly programs and some of the special events will be open to families too. Remember, the more you read, and the more events you attend, the more chances you’ll have to win some cool prizes!

The Kids Summer Reading Program is open to ages birth to 12, but if you’re older than 12, don’t worry! We also have a Teen Summer Reading Club for the older kids with its own programs and prizes!

COME AND JOIN THE SUMMER READING FUN!

Here’s what’s happening when:

Date/Time of Event	Name of Event	Date to Start Signing Up
May 30th	Kick-Off For all Ages	No registration required!
June 5th	Family Movie Night Space limitation of 40 Total	May 29th
June 12th	Dig Into Reading! (Construction machines, digging) For Ages 6-10	June 5th
June 19th	Rooting around the Library (Gardening, root veggies, etc.) For ages 6-10	June 12th
June 26th	I Want My Mummy! (Egyptian Artifacts) For ages 6-10	June 19th
July 3rd	Mine Your Own Business! (Mining for gold and minerals) For Ages 6-10	June 26th
July 10th	Rockin’ at the Library (Rocks and Gems) For ages 6-10	July 3rd
July 17th	Gopher It! (Animals who live underground) For ages 6-10	July 10th
July 24th	No Bones About It! (Dinosaurs) For ages 6-10	July 17th
August 2nd	Grand Finale featuring Zak Morgan!! For ALL ages!	No registration required!

We’re always planning and adding some great things, so make sure you keep tabs on all the fun stuff by checking out our website: www.mercerlibrary.org or by “liking” The Mercer County Library on Facebook!

April 2013

CELEBRATE National Library Week
April 15 - 20, 2013
We want to thank you for your continued support and 
National Library Week is the perfect time:
Fine FREE Week:  Return your overdue items without being fined.
ecoFriendly Book bags: When you check out 5+ items. 
Win an eReader: Tell us why you Love your library for 
a chance to win.

Do you know of a child who is turning 6?  

Give them the gift that can change their life...a library card.

Children aged 6 can stop in with a parent or legal guardian to get their very 

first library card at no cost.

A Rockin' Lock-In @ Your Library

Friday, April 26, 7:30 to 10:00 pm

Ages 9 - 13

C'Mon in, dressed in your pajamas, & Join the DANCE Party!

We'll have the Wii Fired up in the Community Room & Get Ready to Dance in the Library Commons with Your DJs "Fo' Rizzle Lizzle & G-Money$"

Pizza and Snacks will be served AND the Music will be LOUD!

Participants need to arrive from 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm; the doors will be locked at 8:00 pm & will re-Open for guest pick-up at 10:00 pm.

Pre-Registration is requried and parental permission slip (available at the front desk) must be completed before the event.

Space is limited...so sign up NOW!!

Preschool Story & Craft

Thursday, April 11 @ 7:00 pm

Toddlers & preschoolers are invited to come to the library for a craft, games and a story.  

Pre-Registration is not required.

Pajama Time

Thursday, April 25 @ 7:00 pm

Toddlers & preschoolers are invited to come to the library in their Pajamas for a special bedtime story hour.  Bring your favorite teddy bear and listen to special bedtime stories & nursery rhymes, do finger plays, and a special activity too!  

Enjoy cookies and milk as your bedtime snack.  

Pre-Registration is not required.



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March 2013

PIGEON Wants A Hotdog Party!!

The Pigeon is having a Hot Dog Party on Saturday, March 23rd 10:30 am to 12:00 noon at the Mercer County District Library.  Bring your family and come join us and Mo Willems' Pigeon Pal for pigeon games, pigeon crafts, pigeon prizes and of course...hotdogs! (NoT PiGeOn DoGs!) Everyone is welcome but registration is required. Sign up begins March 9.

Can you guess who this Hotdog is?

On Friday, March 8th, Lynn and Amy from our Children's Services Department will once again be traveling to Bowling Green for the annual Summer Reading Program planning workshop. We know they'll be returning with lots of fantastic ideas for this year's program so make sure your kids are involved this year and "Dig Into Reading @ Your Library" beginning on June 2nd.

Need last minute tax forms?

We have Federal, State, School Distinct and Local Tax forms and Instruction booklets.

Don't see what you need?  Ask at the desk and we can print it for you.

For many years, the Mercer County District Library has partnered with the Celina Kiwanis Club to provide each child entering kindergarten with a "goodie bag" filled 

with their own beginning-reader book, information on our local libraries, 

a fun bookmark and more. 

We are again assembling these treats and will soon be distributing them. If your child will be entering Kindergarten in the 2013-2014 school year, they will surely enjoy their gifts from the Mercer County Library!

Wii Gaming Night - Friday 22, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Kids ages 8 to 13 are invited to come to the library and challenge their friends in a Wii Bowling Tournament. Pizza and pop will be served.  Pre-registration is required.  Space is limited.  Sign up begins March 8.

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February 2013

Wii Gaming Night

Tonight's the night for dancing, with Just Dance 4 on the big screen! This event is open for kids ages 8-13 and we'll have all the good snacks, too-- pizza, popcorn, soda and more!  Sign-up begins NOW!!

eBook Catalog gets a makeover

We've given the library's eBook Catalog a makeover! Discover how easy it is to browse ebooks and audiobooks, borrow them using your library card, and read or listen on your computer, tablet, or other device. You can even read ebooks right in your browser, and continue reading on another device!

Watch this short video introduction to the new, improved Catalog features.
Or click here to start downloading eBooks now.

Blind Date with a Book!

Stop by the library between Feb 1st and Feb 14th to participate in our “Blind Date with a Book” program! Its easy, fast and fun. Blind Date with a Book matches you with an unknown gift wrapped book which you choose to check out at the library knowing just the genre, without knowing the author, title, etc of the selection. Then you take your book on a blind date by choosing to meet with and read it and give it a chance to make an impression.

Best part.. you then get to let us know how your blind date went! Did you have a love connection? Did the date end early for whatever reason? Did something unexpected happen? We want to hear all about it! Click here to tell us about it on Facebook.  So stop by the library and meet your blind date.

NEW Digital Sign

Stay informed about library activities, services and programs on your next visit to the library with our new digital sign.  Located near the circulation desk, this virtual billboard is updated frequently to keep you informed about what's happening at the library. 

Looking for the list of James Patterson's series or how many series Karen Kingsbury has written?  The Kent District Library's What's Next™ database is the premiere resource for finding books in series information. Search for series information by author or series title, including series with multiple authors. http://ww2.kdl.org/libcat/whatsnext.asp

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Mission Statement:  The Mercer County District Library strives to be an integral part of the community it serves by providing materials and services for residents of all ages for personal enrichment, enjoyment and educational needs.  The library is dedicated to providing timely and practical access to all forms of media.  The educational needs of the community will be supported with adult programming as well as programs developed to stimulate children’s interests and appreciation for reading and learning.

How can we better fullfill our mission statement?   Do you have ideas for new library programs or services?  We want to hear from you.  Please post your comments below or email to mercer@oplin.org.

 

For more information, visit our website www.mercerlibrary.org

January 2013

Happy New Year! We look forward to serving you in 2013.

Wii Gaming Night - January 4, 2013

Start the new year out with a friendly competition of Wii Gaming night; to be held January 4th, from 5:30 pm to 7:30.  Kids ages 8 to 13 are invited to come to the library and challenge their friends to a Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Pizza and pop will be served. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

Sign-up begins NOW!

EBOOK CLINIC

Mercer County District Public Library and the St. Marys Community Public Library and  are jointly presenting free, walk-in eBook Clinics. Choose your session and Library staff will assist you in downloading library eBooks to your device.

 Thursday, January 10 from 12:30-6:30 PM at the St. Marys Community Public Library; and

 Saturday, January 12 from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM at the Mercer County District Public Library, 303 N. Main St., Celina OH 45822. Call (419) 394-7471 (St. Marys) or (419) 586-4442 (Celina) for more information.

Bedtime Storytime

Thu, 01/31/2013 - 7:00pm - 7:30pm

7:00pm

Children are invited to come in their pajamas and listen to nursery rhymes and bedtime stories.

Teddy bears and blankies are welcome.

Cookies and milk will be served.

See all of our events on our new calendar page here:

December 2012



Decorations have been put up!

Holiday Closings

Monday, December 10  - Close at 5:00 pm - Staff Christmas Party

Monday, December 24 - CLOSED - Christmas Eve

Tuesday, December 26 - CLOSED - Christmas Day

Monday, December 31 - Close at 12:00 noon - New Year's Eve

Tuesday, January 2 - CLOSED - New Year's Day

From all of us to all of you, Happy Holidays!

Book Discussion Christmas Parties to be held
Book Discussion Group members, don't forget to come celebrate the holidays with your fellow book lovers and friends. 

Based on the Book Discussion Group's Annual Soup and Sandwich Supper Christmas Party will be held on Thursday, December 6 beginning at 6:30 pm.  There will also be a Christmas Cookie Exchange, so be sure to bring 2 dozen of your favorite cookies. 
Click here for more information.

GOOD READS! Book Discussion Group will celebrate Christmas together at Bella's Itallian Grille beginning at 6:30 on Tuesday, December 18.  (Dinner is Dutch Treat) 

Click here for more information.

Holiday Story Time - December 7th @ 7 pm

While shopping locally, take a break and bring your children to the library for a special Holiday Story Time.  Do finger plays, nursery rhymes and stories.  No sign up required.

Family Movie Night - Friday, December 14 @ 5:30

Bring the entire family to the library on Friday, December 14th to watch Disney's Santa Buddies. 

Santa Buddies is Rated PG.  Sign up is required and begins one week prior to event.

Santa Visit

Santa is coming to the library on Thursday, December 20th @ 7:00 pm.  Bring your little ones so they can tell Santa what they want for Christmas.  Stories, songs and snacks will be enjoyed by all.

   

Christmas Story + Craft - December 22, 10-11 am

Christmas story and craft hour will be on Saturday, December 22 from 10:00 am to 11: . Kids ages 6 to 10 are invited to come and enjoy a special Christmas craft, play games and listen to  Christmas stories. If you are interested, please call 419-586-4442 or stop by the library to register.

    New Website Launch!

Your library continually strives to provide the best services for you, its patrons, and the library's NEW website is another example of those efforts.  

If you have any issues finding information on our new website please ask. We are always looking for suggestions.

  ONE to ONE Computer Tutoring  

· Computer Basics
 · Internet Basics
· Google
 · E-Mail
 · E-bay
 · Ebooks
 · Facebook
 · Microsoft Word Basics
 · Resumes
 · Microsoft Excel Basic
 · Digital Photography
 · Online Catalog

This December the Mercer County District Library is offering FREE one hour tutoring sessions to help patrons with today’s ever-changing world of computers and technology.  Choose from 12 topics or request an additional subject.  The sessions will be held during regular library hours.   Contact the library today to schedule your personalized tutoring session.

Wii Gaming Night - January 4, 2013

Start the new year out with a friendly competition of Wii Gaming night; to be held  January 4th, from 5:30 pm to 7:30.  Kids ages 8 to 13 are invited to come to the library and challenge their friends to a Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Pizza and pop will be served. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

Sign-up begins NOW!

For more information, visit our new website MercerLibrary.org

November 2012

HOLIDAY CLOSING

The library will be CLOSED Thursday, November 22 for Thanksgiving Day. We will reopen Friday, November 23th at 9am. We hope everyone has a happy and safe Thanksgiving!!

 

*NEW* Library Website to Launch in November

Your library continually strives to provide the best services for you, its patrons, and the library's NEW website is another example of those efforts.  Below is a picture of the new website, which will launch mid-November.  Access to the new website will be the same as always, www.mercer.lib.oh.us.

Wii Gaming Night

Back by popular demand, the library's monthy Wii Gaming night will be held Friday, November 2 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.  Kids ages 8 to 13 are invited to come to the library and challenge their friends in with a popular Wii game. Pizza and pop will be served. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

Sign-up begins NOW!

Bedtime Storytime

November 29

7:00pm

All preschool age children are invited to come in their pajamas and listen to nursery rhymes and bedtime stories.

Teddy bears and blankies are welcome.

Cookies and milk will be served.

 

Touch-a-Truck Success!!

On Saturday, October 20th, the Library hosted it's 1st Annual Touch-a-Truck event. With over 150 children in attendance, the kids were able to touch and climb on many trucks including a semi from Cheeseman Trucking, an ambulance and fire truck from Celina Fire Dept, a school bus from Celina City Schools, a police cruiser from Celina Police Dept, a cement truck from St. Henry Tile Co. and a payloader, mini-digger and a skid loader from John Dieringer Construction. We want to thank everyone for coming out and enjoying the chilly afternoon!! If you know of anyone who would want to bring a truck for next years event, please let us know!

 

Did you know that you can actually check out up to 20 library books on your eReader or MP3 player? That's right! You can check out 10 books on the SEO Library Consortium iDownloads Digital Catalog and 10 books from the Ohio eBook Project. It works the same as the iDownloads digital catalog with eBooks and audio eBooks for Kindle, NOOK, iPad, iPhone, iPod, and many more.  Click here for a current list of compatible devices.

 Book Discussions @ The Mercer County District Library

 Based on the Book Discussion Group - The discussion group centers around books that were made into movies.  Adult patrons are invited to read or listen to the book, or  watch the movie and join us for a lively discussion held the first Thursday of each month beginning at 7:00 pm. 

GOOD READS! Book Discussion -  Meetings are the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm.  Discuss popular books, both Fiction and Non-Ficiton.  Meet fellow book lovers and participate in lively discussions, and broaden your reading scope.

Please pre-register for book discussions by calling 419-586-4442 or email Connie Gray at grayco@oplin.org,  Liz Muether at muetheel@oplin.org or Janie Stammen at jstammen@oplin.org

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