Check out library news, capital campaign updates,  great upcoming programs, coupons, and more in the first issue of Radnor Memorial Library monthly news.
August 2016                                                  
Radnor Library and RTSD Partner to Keep Books Accessible to Kids This Summer
W ith Radnor Township School District's generous support, some of the school libraries have opened their doors to provide summer hours. Staffed by the school librarians as well as RML youth staff, students are able to access the school library collections, check out books, and participate in a variety of programs. Wayne Elementary School Library is open on Wednesdays from  5 to 8 pm , featuring a family storytime for all ages at  6:30 . Radnor Middle School Library is open on  Wednesday, August 17  from  1 to 4 pm , featuring a Book Olympics event for teens at  2:00 . Radnor High School Library is open on  Wednesday, August 10  from  1 to 4 pm , featuring Balloon Car Derby for teens at  2:00 pm .
Building Updates
As you may know, there has been a delay in the start of renovation and construction at our facility at 114 W. Wayne Avenue. Initial public bids were received in May and were significantly over budget. As a result, the bids were rejected and the project is being rebid with an anticipated start in the fall.
 
While we await the beginning of construction, please remember that you may park in the lot at 114 W. Wayne and easily walk to the REcollection utilizing the breezeway between Central Baptist Church/Women's Resource Center/Offices at the Old Wayne Library. Additionally, the driveway bookdrops continue to be available  Monday  9 am  through Friday  4 pm .

Having trouble finding the REcollection?  Check out the map to see the best routes for walking and driving to the REcollection from the old library building.  
Summer Reading isn't just for kids!
There is still time to sign up Exercise Your Mind, Read!  Register in person at the Front Desk.  Throughout the summer, stop by and tell us which book or audiobook you’ve read and be entered to win great gifts each week.  Receive a gift just for signing up!  Thank you to this year’s gift card donors:  Avenue Eatz, bellaDONNA, Cole Wellness Spa, Elegance Cafe, The Gryphon Cafe, Pet Supplies Plus, A Taste of Britain, The White Dog Cafe, and the Tiger Shop.
DJ Mix Up
Thursday, August 4 at 6:30 PM
Radnor United Methodist Church
Comedy improv and children's stories for all ages

Summer Olympics:
A S.M.Art Kids Program*

Tuesday, August 9 at 3:30 PM
Radnor Township Building
Grades 1 to 4

Balloon Car Derby*
Wednesday, August 10, 2:00 PM
Radnor High School Library
Grade 6 and up

Little Hands Love the Outdoors*
Saturday, August 13 at 11:30 AM
Fenimore Woods Park Pavilion
Age 18 months and younger

Book Olympics*
Wednesday, August 17 at 2:00 PM
Radnor Middle School Library
Grade 6 and up

*Registration required.  


Yoga for All Ages
Monday, August 8 at 7:00 PM
Wayne Art Center

The Inklings: A Group for Writers
Tuesday, August 9 at 7:30 PM
2nd Floor of the Gryphon

Wild Summer Conservation
Film Series:
A Will for the Woods
Wednesday, August 24 at 7:30 PM
                       Radnor Fire Company                                           

Meet the Staff

Ann Etris, Information Librarian
What is your role at RML?
Each year I order and maintain over $40,000 worth of library materials including fiction hardbacks, large print books, DVDs,  and books on CD.  I also staff the reference desk.  Please feel free to talk to me and let me know what authors and titles you are interested in.  

In the summer, I run the Adult Summer Reading Club.  You still have a chance to sign up to win great prizes every Friday (such as a gift card to the White Dog Café and more). 

What is your favorite thing about working at RML?
Helping library customers and working as a team with staff.

What are you most excited about in the library renovation?
I look forward to a beautiful, spacious library that will offer even more services (such as small group meeting rooms, etc.).

What is your favorite book/movie/etc?
Moby Dick by Herman Melville.

What’s on your bucket list?
Since I love heights, I would like to try parachuting.
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