July 2021 Newsletter
Springvale Public Library
Announcements: We will be closed on Monday, July 5th in observance of Independence Day.

From the Staff:
Our Summer Reading Programs are off to a strong start! The teens and children are stacking up the pet donations in the Children’s Room. Our adult patrons are busy uncovering the mysteries of Maine. Thank you all for your continued support as we transition towards a post-pandemic way of living. We are so happy to once again see your smiling faces. For those who are more comfortable with curbside, we will be continuing this practice for the foreseeable future. We are working hard on getting things as close to normal as possible for you, starting with opening up the community room as well as bringing back some in-person programming. Don’t forget our Library of Things! We have loads of puzzles and yard games to entertain your out-of-town guests! Happy Summer!
 

Announcements: The Library will be closed on Monday, July 5th in observance of Independence Day.
 
Mask restrictions have been lifted for vaccinated individuals. Children ages 2-12 and unvaccinated adults are asked to continue to wear their masks.
 
We have a new date for the Annual Book Sale - Friday, September 17th, and Saturday, September 18th. Stay tuned for times and details.
 
 
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Children's Programs

Tails and Tales has begun and goes until August 21st. It’s a summer of reading, service, and fun! When you come in for your packet you will see all the details but highlighted this month is the Stuffed Animal Staycation on Friday, July 9th.

Wacky Wednesdays are happening in July! (July 7, 14, 21, and 28) They will feature videos on our Facebook page created by local teens about coding, experiments, and games.
Finding Science in Folktales is on July 12th. Pick up a kit at the library and follow along with the videos created by the Children’s Museum of Dover, NH. Hurry in for your kit while supplies last.
 

Teen Tails and Tales has a ton in store! Come in and get your free book and bottle sticker at the beginning of the program and read to win a $50 prize! Activities include designing an obstacle course, creating a coding video, and FOFF (Feed Our Furry Friends). The Teen and Children’s Summer reading program are partnered with the Animal Welfare Society and Loyal Companion.


 Take it –Create it The Children’s Room offers weekly take-home craft kits for kids to enjoy. Every week is something new to do! The staff loves to see all the fun creations, you can send us pictures at spl@springvalelibrary.org
Adult Programs

Mysteries by Maine Authors
We are proud to present this five-book series to you with a grant from the Maine Humanities Council. Professionally facilitated discussions take place on the third Thursday of each month via Zoom. Registration is required and is limited to 25 participants. Look for a link on our website to register. Books in order of discussion. The second book to be discussed is Mainely Murder by Matt Cost. The full book list, dates, and details are on our website.

We are very excited to be having Matt Cost here to talk about his book Mainely Power on July 29th at 6 pm here at the library.


It’s a Mystery!
 Our adult summer reading program began June 21st and will run through August 21st. The next few months are going to be full of suspense and intrigue here at the library. We’ve got a whole new game board and some great adult crafts, but if you want to know the details you’ll have to come in and ask because ...It’s a Mystery!

 
Knitting With Dawn every Tuesday from 3-4:30 pm in our front room as we were before the pandemic. Any handcrafters are welcome to join the fun! We are so excited to get back into a normal routine!
 

Adult Craft of the month is going to be A Mystery! What can you make with stone and glass, wire, and your imagination? Kits are available for the entire month of July! Watch
Lesley Live on Facebook to demo the craft July 8th at 6:00 pm

We are approaching our storage capacity for book donations for the Book Sale in September.         Because of this, we are asking that donations be published in the last 5-7 years. Don’t worry! We will be accepting gently used books again for the following year's sale later in the fall.
 

 Staff Picks
The Happiest Girl in the World Alena Dillon *Sam
 Mary Jane  Jessica Anya Blau *Sam
The Guncle Steven Rowley *Sam
Legacy  Nora Roberts *Sam
Every Last Fear Alex Finlay *Dawn
Sooley John Grisham *Dawn
Early Morning Riser Katherine Heiny *Dawn
Six Weeks to Live Catherine McKenzie *Dawn
The Library at Mount Cher Scott Hawkins  
* Lesley
The Invisible Life of Addie La Rue V.E. Schwab *Lesley
The Guest List Lucy Foley *Lesley
Castle Shade Laurie R. King *Sheila
Fairest Meredith Talusan *Sheila
 



 
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