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Mystic & Noank Library
July 2016 News
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A Note from the Library Director
Summertime and the living is easy! Now is the perfect time to come in for a quick beach read or borrow an e-version using the library's
OverDrive digital collection
. If you need help getting your iPad or Kindle set-up to borrow these free titles, be sure to
book a free one-on-one tech session with Rachel (see below for details).
Our Children's and Teens summer programs are in full-swing. Don't forget to check out our new
Eventkeeper Calendar to stay current with all that is happening at the M&NL!
The library needs your help with a quick four question survey. Please click
here to complete it today! Remember to also click the Finish button to submit your responses.
Have a suggestion, compliment, or question? Please feel free to stop by the library or
email me
anytime.
See you at the library,
--Chris Johnson
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Have fun, be safe and see you Tuesday, July 5th!
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| Anne-Marie (R) with fellow Menders Angie Robinson and Ann O'Neill |
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Volunteer of the Year
We are delighted to say Thank You and Congratulations to
Anne-Marie Smith, the 2016 Horace B. Lamb Volunteer of the Year! Anne-Marie was honored at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Party on June 30.
Anne-Marie is a familiar face to all the Friends and staff and serves the Library in so many ways. She is a Mender, the Friends' Secretary, the go-to for any project and a whiz at making sure any event goes smoothly. She also has an infectious laugh and a ready smile for all. We are so grateful for all her volunteer hours given every year and happy to recognize Anne-Marie for this special award.
Thank you, Anne-Marie!
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Events & Happenings... This Month!
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Author & Photographer
Bob Hocking
Wednesday, July 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Join Bob Hocking for a presentation featuring readings from his latest release and selections from his other published work followed by an audience Q&A. Hocking, a local writer and photographer, is pleased to announce the release of his new book Thirty Days in November.
This exciting work features thirty non-fiction essays that share the connecting element that each was created during the month of November, and emphasizes the joys of dancing, cooking and music. This program is free and open to the public; registration is not required.
Read more about Bob
here!
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Travel Websites and Vacation Planning
Interested in traveling this summer but not sure where to begin? Then take our new class and learn how to navigate the best travel sites, hotel bookings and itinerary planning options without getting overwhelmed!
The course will be offered Wednesday, July 6th at 10:15 a.m. and at 5:30 p.m.; patrons may attend either the morning session OR the evening session.
No registration is required, please join us!
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A Passeggiata (Stroll) Through Italy: Past, Present and Future
Thursday, July 7 at 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Friends of M&NL, you'll listen to stories of 'la dolce vita' from Mariann Millard, a tour director from South Hadley, MA.
This talk with Mariann will briefly "walk" you through the richness and diversity of Italy by weaving historical and modern events and facts about the country with her stories about its geography, language, cuisine, culture, politics and economics.
Mariann will include personal anecdotes in her talk, including descriptions of her work experience in Italy, finding long-lost Italian relatives, and learning and speaking Italian as an adult.
Attendees will also enjoy a refreshing gelato as part of the program!
This program is free and open to the public; no registration is required.
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CT Author Trail Program
Monday, July 11 at 7:00 p.m.
Stonington's Ray Uzanas will talk about society in the South, both during the Civil Rights period and today. Images from his book,
Faces & Places of the Deep South, will be shown to illustrate the discussion.
This talk is part of the 8th Annual CT Authors Trail which features a different local author at 24 different Eastern CT Libraries and culminates with a finale at Mohegan Sun on September 15. The complete schedule of programs is available at http://connecticutauthorstrail.org/
Pick up your free passport at MNL and join the trail!
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Writing the College Essay
Tuesday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m.
This is the 1st of a 4 part College Readiness Program for teens and their parents/caregivers.
Tackling the College Application Essay
with Jessica A. Ricker '00 (Director of Admission Information & Systems at Connecticut College) will be on hand to 'o
ffer insight into how essays are
reviewed by admission officers and tips for writing your own personal narrative for the college application process'.
Additional dates and session details here! Don't miss this FREE series!
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Greater Mystic Chamber Monthly Learning Lunches
The Learning Lunches series by GMCC, held at various locations every third Wednesday at 12:00 p.m., are just $5 at the door and include lunch and an educational or entertaining presentation from fellow businesses. Don't miss these opportunities to network in a casual setting with colleagues and new contacts! Read more
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Digital Content:
Create vs. Buy
Part I: Wednesday, July 20 at 12:00 p.m. in the Ames Room
What you should or shouldn't outsource when developing a digital 'content marketing' strategy.
Digital Content:
The Sequel
Part II: Wednesday, July 27 at 12:00 p.m. in the Ames Room
This is the 'What now?' session which will cover creating and implementing a 'content marketing' strategy.
Both sessions are presented by Sam Chesebrough of
Abound Digital.
Sam's professional passion is helping small businesses and organizations succeed by building meaningful relationships with the people they serve. He believes deeply in the power of exchanging traditional, interruptive advertising for a more organic and personal approach.
Beginning in 2016 with the launch of Abound Digital, Sam is excited to pursue his dream of helping smaller businesses and non-profits thrive and grow.
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Cribbage Club Continues
Thursdays, at 3:00 p.m. in the Ames Room
Do you know how to play cribbage or are ready to learn?
Join us each week at M&NL! Cribbage is a great way to keep your mind sharp and meet new friends. For more information, please call Donna Anderson at (203) 470-4566 or email [email protected].
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Book-A-Librarian
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n Need of Technology Tutoring?
If so, please consider the Mystic & Noank Library's new Book-a-Librarian program, in which you sign up for an individual one (1) hour session with a librarian and receive a private tutorial on whatever technological query you may have!
Lesson topics have included Windows 10, web design, Microsoft Office, and the use of devices such as Smartphones, iPads, e-readers, and more!
To register, please call the library at (860) 536-7721 or email Rachel Taylor.
Appointments must be requested AT LEAST one day ahead of the desired date; they will be scheduled according to the patron's and the librarian's mutual availability.
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Wowbrary!
Don't forget to register for our new information service,
Wowbrary! Simply visit
www.wowbrary.org and enter our library zip code (06355). This will allow you to select our library and enter your email address. Be sure to then check your email for the verification message.
With Wowbrary, you will receive a weekly email on Saturday mornings highlighting any new book, audiobook, DVD or CD titles added to our collection in the previous week. A smart link directly into the library catalog will allow you to easily place a reserve on any titles that you wish to check out!
We hope that you will enjoy this new service.
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Afternoon Book Club (first Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.)
Afternoon Book Club will resume meeting in September. Enjoy your summer!
September 7
:
Middlemarch
by George Eliot
Evening Book Club
(first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.)
July 6:
Road Ends
by Mary Lawson
August: NO MEETING
September 7: Being Mortal by Atul Gawande
Captain John Porter Civil War Book Group
(third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m.)
July 13: State of Jones by Sally Jenkins
August 10: Lincoln at Gettysburg by Garry Wills
September 14: Shrouds of Glory by Winston Groom
History Book Club
(second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.)
July 12:
Citizens of London: The Americans Who Stood with Britain in its Darkest, Finest Hour,
August 9: I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai
September 13: Dead Wake by Erik Larson
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Van Gogh Inspired Collaborative
Stop by the Mystic and Noank Library between July 2
nd and August 27
th to contribute, or simply enjoy, our participatory art exhibit inspired by
Vincent Van Gogh's sunflower series.
Children and Adults of all ages are welcome to add their artistic talent to the collaborative exhibit. It will be open to the public during regular library hours when the room is not in use. Supplies will be provided.
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Friday Family Movie Matinees
Welcome the weekend with a family-friendly film each Friday at 3:00 p.m. all summer long!
Click on the movie title to watch a preview!
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Museum Pass & Discount Program
Sponsored by the Friends of M&NL
Splash into summer!
Plan a day-trip, an overnight getaway or an activity for your house guests!
Stop by the Children's Room to review the passes and discounts available.
Connecticut Science Center, Hartford
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, Mystic
Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme
Mashantucket Pequot Museum, Mashantucket
Mystic Aquarium, Mystic
Mystic Seaport, Mystic
Roger Williams Park Zoo, Providence
Old State House, Hartford
State Parks Pass, CT (various)
Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford
More information on our website
here!
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Summer Reading Game Continues!
Don't miss any of the fun through July 30!
Wow! What a great summer of reading! Make this your best summer yet by stopping by the library to pick up books, make a craft, enjoy a program and meet new friends!
We have activities and programs for ALL ages!
Preschoolers:
Read-to-Me
Read-to-Me is a joint reading activity, designed for children entering Kindergarten and younger along with their caregivers. Read together and keep track to collect prizes and stickers each week.
Elementary
(entering 1st Grade and up):
On Your Mark, Get Set..... READ!
Join us this summer for a reading program just for you! Keep track of what you read this summer and play our game every time you visit the Library. Read books, collect matching cards, complete fitness challenges and win prizes!
Teens:
Get In the Game--Read!
You will definitely want to take the Summer Reading Challenge! Complete Bingo challenges and win books and prizes all summer long!
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LEGO©
Fun Fridays
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 10:30 a.m.
Time to put that creativity to use! Build, create, build some more, or destroy? It's up to you! All levels of builders are welcome to come and use the Library's bricks.
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Yoga Series
Mondays, July 11, July 18, July 25 and August 1
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
We are so excited to offer a new Fitness and Fun series this summer for 4-8 year olds! Join Amy Stevens of
Amy's Active Learning for 90 minute sessions.
The Yoga Series is made possible with grants from the
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Terrific Tuesdays at M&NL
Drop in for some totally fabulous FREE fun!
All programs begin at 2:00 p.m. Click below for more info.
July 5:
BubbleMania
: Comedy...with a Drip!
With Casey Carle, Comic Bubble Artist
Terrific Tuesdays
and the
Science & Nature Series are made possible with generous grants from the
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Science & Nature Series
We know you'll want to take part in these FREE Science and Nature Thursday programs on Thursdays at 2:00 p.m.at M&NL this July!
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Sit! Stay! Read!
Sign up to read to a pooch this summer at the Mystic and Noank Library! A program for young children entering 1
st
grade and up, 'Sit! Stay! Read!' offers an opportunity for both reluctant and enthusiastic readers to read before an unjudging audience.
Sign up in the Children's Room for a 20 minute session on thse dates:
Tuesday, July 19 - 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 20 - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 23 - 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Build confidence and make a furry friend!
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Pre-School Summer Story Time
Join our librarians for a fun and interactive story time for our youngest library patrons!
Story Time is open to all each week on a drop-in basis!
The summer session meets every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. through August 11.
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This weekly club is for kids interested in learning fun and interactive Scratch programming! Participants will have the opportunity to create virtual games, music videos, art projects and more - all of their own digital design!
Children ages 7 and up are welcome.
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Welcome to our Summer Intern!
Please join the staff in welcoming Library student
Lora MacLaughlin to M&NL! Lora lives in Westerly and is pursuing her MLIS degree at the University of RI. Lora is an avid reader of Young Adult novels, enjoys baking and sings in the Chorus of Westerly.
Thanks to generous funding from the
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, we are able to support Lora this summer. She will primarily assist with Children and Youth programming (there is SO much going on!) but will be helping out as needed throughout the Library.
Welcome, Lora!
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Wii Gaming Cart Open!
Tuesdays from 5:30-7:00 p.m.
July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, Aug 2
Summer brings lots of cool things, including a Wii Gaming Cart! Drop by and try your hand at some really fun games!
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Teen Baking Club
Saturday, July 9 at 11:00 a.m.
Cookie Decorating (and eating!) for ages 9 and up! What a yummy way to start your summer Saturday!
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Ready, Set, Code
Wednesdays July 20-August 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Ages 10 and up please. Librarian Rachel Taylor will lead these fun, informative coding classes. Bring a laptop if you have one.
Registration is required and can be done online via Eventkeeper
here.
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Teen Writers Club
Mondays at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome!
July 11, July 18, July 25
A Writing Club for all tween & teens that enjoy writing! Come share new ideas and discover new techniques and tips for writing!
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Teen Book Club
Saturday, July 2 and July 16 at 11:00 a.m.
Got a title you just can't put down? Reading something you think might be cool for someone else? Bring in your current book (or two!) and let's discuss what you're reading!
We'll meet outside, weather permitting!
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Teen Art Club
Mondays at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome!
July 11
: Sharpie Creations
July 18: Tie Dye Art
July 25
: Makerspace Workshop
A big Thank You to the Friends of M&NL for their support of this new art club!
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Teen Movie Night
Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Ames Room
Click on the movie title to watch a preview!
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Writing the College Essay
Tuesday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m.
This is the 1st of a 4 part College Readiness Program for teens and their parents/caregivers.
Tackling the College Application Essay with Jessica A. Ricker '00 (Director of Admission Information & Systems at Connecticut College) will be on hand to 'offer insight into how essays are
reviewed by admission officers and tips for writing your own personal narrative for the college application process'.
Additional dates and session details here! Don't miss this FREE series!
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Harry Potter Fans!
Why not join our friends at
Bank Square Books that evening for a midnight book release party (it is Harry's birthday, after all)! You'll find some M&NL staff there as well!
Mark your calendars for a showing of
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone movie at the library
on Saturday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m.
Wear your favorite Harry Potter costume and bring your favorite snacks!
Plan to also join us
Monday, August 1 at 6:00 p.m. at the library for a Harry Potter Trivia Contest, including Harry Potter-themed snacks!
Don't miss the (Knight) bus for these events!
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SAVE THE DATE for a Pizza Party for Teen Volunteers!
Tuesday, August 23 at 6:00 p.m.
We appreciate all you do for M&NL! Join us on August 23rd for a pizza party to thank YOU for volunteering at the library.
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Emerging Voices: Free Teen Poetry Workshop
Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. at Bank Square Books (53 W. Main Street, Mystic).
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Upcoming Events & Other News
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A Preview of M&NL August Programs
There is no vacation from the fun at M&NL with this full calendar of new events!
Details to follow next month.
A Hike from San Francisco to British Columbia
Gary Pienkowski, Director of the Mystic YMCA will give a talk on his hike from San Francisco to British Columbia.
Tuesday,
August 9
at 7:00 p.m.
Paranormal Encounters of CT (CRIPt)
Members will present video and audio from the many paranormal investigations performed over the years at local historic buildings, homes and locations.
Thursday, August 11 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Connecticut Old State House Presentation
Join Executive Director, Sally Whipple, for a talk about the history and architecture of this historic state landmark.
Wednesday, August 17 at 1:00 p.m.
Networking: It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know
Presented by Michael Whitehouse of Minuteman Press
Monday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Sinatra at 100
Listen and view some of his most entertaining, powerful, and significant performances in song and film with Gilbert L. Gigliotti, host for more than two decades of "Frank, Gil, and Friends".
Wednesday, August 24 at 2:00 p.m.
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Friends of M&NL Fair Wrap-Up
The Friends' Spring Fair was a
great success!
Highlights were the
Mystic Garden Club
's wonderful plant sale which raised $4,045, the Popcorn Stand, and the Mystic Garland Dancers.
We were delighted to offer the raffle of a donated two-night stay at the newly-opened
Spicer Mansion
; we sold 99 tickets at $20 each, which net $1,130! We are grateful for their generous donation and thrilled to have the Inn as our new neighbors.
All in all, the Friends raised $17,650!
Thank you to everyone who helped with - or came to - the Fair and Book Sale.
We hope you had fun!
---Sally Salancy,
President, Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library
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We were pleased to hold a brief dedication ceremony of the Library's new exterior Book Drop during the Friends' Fair on June 6, 2016. Representing honoree, past M&NL Trustee and long-time Friend John Porter, was his wife, Mary-Katherine Porter. We are grateful for the many years of service John gave to our Library and miss his efforts and dedication.
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Mary-Katherine Porter (L) with Chris Johnson and Rhona Heyl, M&NL Board President
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Thank You!
The third of our three Roode Memorial Classical Music Concerts was held on Thursday, June 23. We have thoroughly enjoyed a trio of exceptional musical evenings, made possible by the generous gifts of memorial funds from the family and friends of Agnes Roode.
A very special Thank You to our new neighbors at the Spicer Mansion, who graciously sponsored a wine and cheese reception prior to our June concert.
Thank you for all that attended, and stay tuned for more musical concerts to come!
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We hope you have already seen the first installation of bricks on our new paved walkway!
Don't miss this opportunity to help pave our future with the purchase of a commemorative brick!
Engrave up to 3 lines with 16 characters per line to honor a loved one, a family member, your business, your pet or yourself!
Read more about this special program
here and download and complete the order form
here.
Don't delay! A limited number of pavers are available for purchase as a gift of $125 each. Installation of engraved bricks will be done in sections on a rolling basis.
Please
email Karen Bradshaw, Director of Development, or call (860) 572-8191 with questions.
Thanks for 'stepping up' to be a part of our Library's continued history!
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Show your M&NL Support: Give Today!
It
's a busy summer at your library and we could not offer all the services, programs and events without your vital donations!
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DATE DUE
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OUR GOAL
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CURRENT TOTAL
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September 30, 2016
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$95,000
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August 30, 2016
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$88,000
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July 31, 2016
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$80,000
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June 30, 2016
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$72,000
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$78,871.69
(83% there!)
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May 31, 2016
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$64,000
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April 30, 2016
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$56,000
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March 31, 2016
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$48,000
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February 29, 2016
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$40,000
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January 31, 2016
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$32,000
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December 31, 2015
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$24,000
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November 30, 2015
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$16,000
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October 31, 2015
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$7900
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Thank you!
By making an Annual Fund gift
TODAY, you show your commitment to our greater Mystic community, help uphold
our high standards of service and grow our collections and programs. That's the power of your contribution!
Checks may be dropped off at the Circulation Desk or mailed directly to us.
We also accept Mastercard, Visa and American Express.
Or, you may donate online via the PayPal button, below.
We appreciate you!
Contributions are tax-deductible and make an immediate and positive impact on the future security of the Mystic & Noank Library. We thank you for your support!
For more information or questions, please contact Director of Development
Karen Bradshaw at
(860) 572-8191 or by emailing here.
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Join T
he Maine Legacy Society
Thank you for considering the Library as a beneficiary of your Legacy gift. Legacy gifts show a commitment to the future financial well-being of the organizations you most trust and care about.
The Maine Legacy Society was created in 2012 to honor Dr. and Mrs. Thurman P. Maine and their daughter, Ruth Maine Goldsmith. Mrs. Goldsmith bequeathed most of her estate to the Mystic & Noank Library in her parents' memory.
The Library is grateful to those donors who have chosen to include the Mystic & Noank Library in their estate planning through bequests, gift annuities, life insurance or retirement funds.
For more information, please contact Director of Development Karen Bradshaw at (860) 572-8191 or by email
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Shop & Support the Library with AmazonSmile
You can support the Mystic & Noank Library when you shop at AmazonSmile. AmazonSmile is a website operated by Amazon which offers many of the same things as Amazon.com. The difference is that when you shop on AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products to the charitable organization of your choice!
Thank you
for choosing Mystic & Noank Library as your designated non-profit when you shop at AmazonSmile!
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Craft Supplies for the Children's Room
We go through craft supplies and paper at an amazing pace with our talented young artists! We offer all of our programs free of charge so all donations are gratefully received.
The most used items include:
- Colorful Duct Tape
- Color card stock paper
- Construction Paper
- Glue Sticks
- Cotton Balls
- Pompoms
- Felt
- Paper lunch bags
- Pipe cleaners
- BandAids
- Gift cards from WalMart, Target & The Dollar Tree so we can purchase other supplies as needed.
THANK YOU for any and all donations!
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Monday-Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday-Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday Summer Hours 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Summer afternoon-summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.
~Henry James
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