March 2018
Volume 8, Issue 3

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Policy changes
  • Library cardholders now can have up to 25 active hold requests (up from 15)
  • The threshold for accounts considered delinquent due to outstanding fees has increased from $5 to $10. 
View the new  Borrowing and Access Policy  in its entirety on the Policies and Procedures  page.
Library Advocacy

From left: Sarah Hawkins, Carla Lydon, Rep. Sondra Erickson, Rachel Howell and Kathryn Gaydos.
#MNLibrariesTransform was the theme on Tuesday, March 6, when East Central Regional Library staff spent the day at the State Capitol talking to the region's legislators about issues important to libraries including library funding. This exciting day included appointments with nine members of the House and Senate, delivering the important message about how critical libraries are to the communities they serve.

His Irish tunes are smiling on Irish tradition
Sean Gavin (left) and Brian Miller play in the critically acclaimed group Bua.
Give a hearty welcome to Sean Gavin, Brian Miller and traditional Irish music

Enthusiasts of good music are in for a treat when East Central Regional Library presents the traditional Irish music of Sean Gavin, with bandmate Brian Miller, at select branches soon. Gavin's skill on the Irish flute and uilleann pipes - the national bagpipe of Ireland - reflect his lifelong love for Irish music. He went on to win the Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal in 2016 for his flute playing. Gavin will be accompanied by Miller on guitar and bouzouki. 
The following performances are free and open to the public:
This project was funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

**Check out all the other ECRL events on the Events Calendar
Book Buzz: First local book in MN Writes MN Reads!
By Sarah Chapman

This creative nonfiction is the journey of two college roommates touring the Great Lakes, exploring the Internet, conjuring up secrets of the past, and dishing with an engaging clown.

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Don't forget to check out this and other titles in MN Writes MN Reads!

**View other new titles on the East Central Regional Library blog
ECRL Mission

To strengthen communities by connecting people with resources, spaces, and educational experiences that enrich and empower their lives.

*East Central Regional Library is funded by the counties of Aitkin, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine.  ECRL also receives state and federal funds.  

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