Monday, August 20, 2007

Back to Work!

One of our favorite authors is apparently back to work, this time, writing material for adults. Follow this link to find out who...

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

Summer Reading Pictures Online

Almost all the pictures from summer reading programs are up online now. We had a lot of fun this summer. Go take a look!

Monday, August 13, 2007

Clue Game Answer and Winners!


The correct answer to who kidnapped the library director is:


Karin, with the bookmark, in the Teen Center.



And now, we're excited to announce the 20 prize winners for the Library Clue Game!
Please excuse any spelling errors...


In the Child Category:


  1. Ella Walker - 8
  2. Jazleen Jones - 8
  3. Karina Morales - 10
  4. Arianna Henderson - 8
  5. Nathan Henderson - 8
  6. Addy Walker - 10
  7. Henry Ginder - 7
  8. Kelsey Lynn Trout - 9
  9. Josie Gates - 9
  10. Yolanda Passmere - 7
  11. Justin Lopez - 12
  12. Brianna Babant - 11
  13. Nathanael Kulina - 12
  14. Whitney Stutzman - 11
  15. Tabitha Stutzman - 11
  16. Frances - 8
  17. Olivia - 8
  18. Gregory Troop - 8
  19. Thomas Troop - 11
  20. Ian Troop - 6

Teen Category:

  1. Mike Todd - 18
  2. Allie Sexton - 14

Congratulations to all who won. You did some great detective work! Make sure you stop by the library to pick up your prizes.

Friday, August 10, 2007

Don't Forget Summer Reading

The Summer Reading Program is almost over. Tomorrow, Saturday August 11th is the last day to turn in reading logs for prizes. Don't Forget!

Who Nabbed the Library Director Clue #14 Last Clue!



Who Nabbed the Library Director Clue #14 Last Clue!


#14 "Book marks" the spot!

The clues so far...
#1 Tools of the trade were involved.#2 A sale won't help you find the kidnapper.
#3 Paper is important.
#4 The object doesn't have wheels.
#5 Not even kidnappers like moldy books. Ewwww!
#6 The first letter of the kidnappers name is NOT one of the first five letters of the alphabet.
#7 The kidnapper is NOT a man.
#8 Dust and storage boxes were not part of this kidnapping.
#9Larger rooms are not good for kidnapping.
#10 The kidnapper is the youngest of the suspects.
#11 The scene of the crime is NOT near the children's bathrooms.
#12 The scene of the crime IS where the big kids hang out.
#13 Don’t check the dictionary. You won’t find any answers there.

Today was the last clue! We will be collecting answersheets until the end of the day tomorrow...Saturday (August 11th). We will then start drawing names for the prizes. Be sure you write your name and phone number nice and neat so we can contact you if you win something.



Upcoming programs...

Teen Auction Tonight, all your hard work pays off! Use the library loot that you earned for reading books over the summer to buy things from the teen store. Your vouchers from your reading paper will be used to raffel the auction prizes. Saturday, August 11 at 6:00 pm (Ages 13 & up)

Kids & Cultures Clues-A-Palooza Liz and Matt's parents have suddenly disappeared, leaving behind only one clue. Join them in their search around the globe! Tuesday, August 14 at 1:30pm (Ages 5-12)

Friday, August 03, 2007

Who Nabbed the Library Director Clue #12 & #13


Who Nabbed the Library Director Clue #12 & #13...


#12 The scene of the crime IS where the big kids hang out.
#13 Don’t check the dictionary. You won’t find any answers there.


The clues so far...

#1 Tools of the trade were involved.
#2 A sale won't help you find the kidnapper.
#3 Paper is important.
#4 The object doesn't have wheels.
#5 Not even kidnappers like moldy books. Ewwww!
#6 The first letter of the kidnappers name is NOT one of the first five letters of the alphabet.
#7 The kidnapper is NOT a man.
#8 Dust and storage boxes were not part of this kidnapping.
#9Larger rooms are not good for kidnapping.
#10 The kidnapper is the youngest of the suspects.
#11 The scene of the crime is NOT near the children's bathrooms.

The Clue Game is coming to an end and so is the summer! Next week will be the last clue. Make sure you put those thinking caps on and come to the library to turn in your answersheet. The box will go out today (August 3rd) and stay until the end of the day on Saturday (August 11th). We will then start drawing names for the prizes. Be sure you write your name and phone number nice and neat so we can contact you if you win something.


Upcoming programs...

Brain Teasers Check out these puzzles for your mind! Tuesday, August 7 at 6:00 pm (Ages 13 & up)

Puzzle It Out! Put on your detective hat; get out your spyglass and notebook. You’re on the case! Discover the joys of family and team work through a cooperative puzzle activity. Wednesday, August 8 at 11:00 a.m. (Families)

Teen Auction Tonight, all your hard work pays off! Use the library loot that you earned for reading books over the summer to buy things from the teen store. Your vouchers from your reading paper will be used to raffel the auction prizes. Saturday, August 11 at 6:00 pm (Ages 13 & up)