Book Sale Next Week!

The FRIENDS of Lancaster Public Library are hosting one of their annual book sales, this time at the Overlook Activities Center, located at 2042 Lititz Pike here in Lancaster.

The sale runs:

Monday, May 1st 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 2nd: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 3rd: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Over 200,000 books, in 39 different categories are available to browse and purchase as part of the event. Wednesday, a bag sale and some discounts on remaining merchandise will be available.

Be a part of this Lancaster tradition, now in it's 52nd year, and support the library through the book sale!

Find a fall favorite...

I know, I know, that summer isn't even here yet. But, you can pick now to find a new favorite book for fall.

Every year, as part of the American Library Association's "Teen Read Week" in October, they nominate 25 new teen books for the annual "Teens Top Ten" list. Teens from around the country vote to pick the winner.

If you want to start reading today and cast your vote, go to http://www.ala.org/ala/yalsa/teenreading/teenstopten/Nominations2006TTT.pdf to get a peek at the list!

Millersville and Mindstorms...

In the last couple of days, a few of our library patrons have asked for more books and information on the LEGO Mindstorms line, which allows it's users to take the typically one dimensional building blocks and use robotics and other forms of computer machinery to develop new and exciting twists on an old standard. We've heard your request, and are actively searching for new material to order on the subject.

But did you know that Mindstorms fans have an opportunity to experiment and explore with them this summer? As part of Millersville University's "Technology Camp" program, there are two LEGO-themed camps.

For information on these programs and the other "Technology Camp" offerings for the summer of 2006, check out this web site: http://www.millersville.edu/~techcamp

And, let us know if you'd be interested in the idea of a Mindstorms workshop here in the library this fall...

Check out...the North Museum

The Lancaster Public Library, along with all the libraries of the Library System of Lancaster County is inviting families to participate in a new partnership program with the North Museum. Through this partnership, families who visit Lancaster's libraries will have the opportunity to check out a pass that will allow up to six individuals admittance to the museum. For full details on the power of this pass, please see one of your Youth Services Librarians.

Free 'Fish'in!

The library has gotten several calls recently related to ticket information for our Memorial Day concert featuring "Trout Fishing in America" helping us to kick off the summer season.

The good news is that the library has no ticket information because there are no tickets! The event is free and open to the public on Memorial Day from Noon till 5:00 p.m.

We hope to see you there! For other questions about the event, give us a call at 394-2651 x 106!

Ben is back!

Tonight is the night of the FRIENDS Annual "Adopt-a-Book" fundraiser at the library. More details on the results of that next week...

Today, we invite you to join us next Thursday afternoon, when Ben Franklin will return to Pennsylvania and visit us! He will be here to talk about his 300 wonderful years of seeing changes in the world and more. And, everyone who attends this program will get a special treat! The fun starts at 4:00 p.m. in the Bates Auditorium.

Teen Book Group

The library is excited to announce the formation of a new Teen Book Group. We will begin meeting in the library on Monday, April 17 at 3:45, right after school! What are we reading first? Join us to find out...and to enjoy a bit of a movie too...does that give you any hints?