Romulus Public Library Newsletter
May 2018
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The Library is pleased to announce that a generous donation has been received from Wings Financial Credit Union to sponsor this years’ Summer Reading Program. Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian, Jessica Wilhoite, reached out to Wings Financial with a request for a summer reading sponsorship and they graciously answered the call. Other supporters of the program include the Huron Township Rotary Club who also made a substantial donation.
The library will put this money to good use by bringing in outside performers for families to enjoy, such as magician, Cameron Zvara and Exotic Zoo. Registration begins June 5 and the annual Summer Reading Carnival Kickoff will be held on Tuesday, June 19 at 6 p.m. The program runs eight weeks, ending on Tuesday, August 14 and the grand prize drawing will take place the week of August 20. Thank you to our supporters!
Photo: (l-r) Director, Patty Braden, Wings Rep, Ariana LeSure, Youth Librarian/Asst Director, Jessica Wilhoite
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Online Catalog Unavailable
beginning at 6 p.m. May 25 - 28
The Library is upgrading to a new online catalog system and will be closed May 26-28 (Memorial Weekend) to complete the migration.
The online catalog will be unavailable beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, May 25 through Monday, May 28.
No hold requests, renewals, e-book checkouts, or any other activity will be available during this time.
Fifty area libraries in The Library Network (TLN) will be affected by the upgrade. We apologize for the interruption in service, but expect the new system to be a great improvement for our patrons.
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MeLCat Services
In preparation for the library's migration to a new online catalog system
, MeLCat services were suspended April 1, 2018 with a tentative resume date of July 1, 2018.
MeLCat requests will not be taken during this period, but any previously checked out MeLCat items may still be returned to the Library. Thank you for your patience as we get ready for our new system.
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Friends of the Library Book Sale Best Yet!
Thanks to the good work and dedication of the Friends of the Library, the April book sale raised over $500 for Library programming. The Friends of the Library is a volunteer organization whose purpose is to serve as advocates of the Library and raise funds that support programs and one-time purchases not in the regular library budget
Membership in the Friends is only $10/year and is open to anyone who believes that the Library is vital to our community whether you wish to make a donation, volunteer at a book sale, or offer other support with your time and talents. For more information or to join the Friends, click
here
or stop by the Library.
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Thank you for your Feedback
Thank you to those who participated in the Library Community Feedback Sessions and to those who filled out our Survey. The data has been compiled and will be reviewed by the Strategic Planning Committee for consideration in our three-year plan. For more information on the planning process, contact Library Director, Patty Braden at 734-942-7589.
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Food for Fines a Success!
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the 2018 Food for Fines Campaign. Together, we collected over 400 lbs. of food for Helping Hand Food Bank in Romulus.
Sponsored by Gleaners Food Bank and The Library Network
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Family Movie Night
Wednesday, May 2 at 6 p.m.
Come watch "Mune: Guardian of the Moon" (PG) with us.
Snacks are provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Romulus Public Library
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Romulus Chess Club
Saturday, May 12 at 12 p.m.
Boards will be provided or you can bring your own.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Family Story Time
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
May 10-June 7
Join for crafts and stories each week - for all ages.
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Wednesdays at
10:30 a.m.
April 11-May 30
*No meeting on May 2*
Join us for crafts, stories, and play.
Ages 0-4; older siblings are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sponsored by the Friends of the Romulus Public Library
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Anime Club and Lego Club will resume in June.
Both events are sponsored in part by the Friends of the Romulus Public Library
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Watercolor Basics
Tuesday, May 22 at 6:00 p.m.
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Learn and practice basic watercolor techniques. This program is presented by Michigan artist, Mark Hanna.
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7 Surprising Ways to Save Money Online
Tuesday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m.
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Romulus Garden Club Speaker Series
Monday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Join us in welcoming this month’s guest speaker, John DeLisle, the principal ecologist at Natural Community Services. He will be giving a presentation on Growing for Wildlife.
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Romulus Garden Club Social:
Welcome New Members!
Monday, May 21 at 6:30 pm
Join us to learn more about the Romulus Garden Club! This month, prior to the club's regular planning meeting, there will be a social to welcome new members.
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Adult Literacy Call for Volunteers
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Give the gift of reading! We are currently seeking volunteer tutors able to commit one hour a week to helping adult learners improve their reading, writing and speaking skills. Tutor training will be conducted May 17th and 19th. Please
contact
the Adult Services Librarian at 734-942-7589 for more information.
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Monday, May 14 at 7 pm
Library Meeting Room
Snacks provided
Discussion
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Cutting for Stone
by Abraham Verghese
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Tuesday, May 15 at 10:30 am
Romulus Senior Center
Discussion:
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
by Gabrielle Zevin, and
Glory Over Everything
by Kathleen Grissom
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One-on-One Computer Tutoring
Do you need help with a computer/tablet/phone? We can help! Call or come in to sign up for a free 30-45 minute tutoring session on the topic of your choice with a library staff member. 734-942-7589
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Library Meetings
Meetings held in the Library Meeting Room
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Here's What is Coming Soon!
- Summer Reading Sign-up begins June 5 - all ages
- Second Monday Book Club - Monday, June 11 at 7 p.m.
- 7 Surprising Ways to Save Money Online - Tuesday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m.
- Senior Book Club - Tuesday, June 19th at 10:30 a.m.
- Summer Reading Program Kickoff - Tuesday, June 19 at 6 p.m.
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Romulus Public Library
11121 Wayne Rd.
Romulus, MI 48174
734-942-7589
Monday-Thursday -- 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Friday-Saturday -- 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday -- Closed
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