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At the Beach Library

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Weekly activities

nPreschool Story Hour for children on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 10:30 a.m.

nVisit with Charlie Diemer Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 1:30 p.m.

nJewelry making class on Friday, Jan. 30, at 10:30 a.m.

nGreece on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 10:30 a.m.

nCozy Books on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 1:30 p.m.

nKnitting on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 6:30 p.m.

Activity details

If you like crime and mystery, consider the presentation on Jan. 28, by Charlie Diemer, as he shares the writing and publication of “The Pearl of Tao.”

Jewelry making class on Jan. 30 is filled, which comes as no surprise to us. There’s another one scheduled for Monday, Feb. 9, at 2 p.m. so check out that option.

Part of “Getting to Know Our World” series, the presentation on Greece on Feb. 3 will be packed with active scanarios as Larry and Susan Bates share their journey through Greece as they visited cities and stops along the way that followed those of the Apostle Paul in his second missionary journey.

It’s wonderful to learn about additional authors and more ways to enjoy the variety of what is available in the publishing world today. Diana Vickery, founder of cozylibrary.com, offers many ideas on this subject, with particular focus on mysteries and fiction of a gentle nature. This time on Feb. 3 will likely open the door to authors to consider reading.

The Knitting Group has been a regular bunch, and from what I hear, it’s becoming a special, enjoyable time. New knitters, take advantage and get started. And if you knit and might enjoy gathering with kindred souls, get yourself here on Feb. 4.

Upcoming events

Another country a part of our “Getting to Know Our World” is Vietnam on Thursday, Feb.5 at 10:30 a.m.. Bert Kurland, who spent a 12 year period on this peninsula, will share insights about the culture and peoples of this country.

Also on Feb. 5, but at 1:30 p.m., is a presentation on healthy feet by Dr. Nicole Bennett, chiropractic physician. Find out how your feet can be the cause of knee, hip, back or neck pain, and even better, how to address having feet that contribute to one’s health and well-being.

Feb. 6, 10:30 a.m., offers a visual program by Dr. Jaffin highlighting the elements used by artists and what this contributes to our understanding of the Passion, Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Also on Feb. 6, but at 1:30 p.m., the Poetry Forge will meet exploring the work of Pablo Neruda.

The February Calendar of Events is ready for pick-up at the front desk.

All Island Yard Sale

We’ve been really pleased with the positive comments about the yard sale, and also with the number of people bringing items for the sale. Thank you, thank you. The best day of the week this month to bring items is Tuesday (9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m). Next month, in February, it’s Tuesday and Thursday (9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Saturday, Feb. 21 is the All Island Yard Sale and will take place on library grounds. This gives two ways to get the clutter out of your life in 2009 and help the Beach Library at the same time.

One option is to donate your items for the Library to sell. Another way is to rent a space and sell your own items. Pick up a rental form at the library front desk.

All space rental fees and proceeds of the yard sale go to the Library Construction Fund. Every dollar earned means that is a dollar we don’t need to borrow. Notice that our construction fund is growing. We also welcome donations directly to the fund. There’s a donation box on the table for the model. We are not timid in accepting donations as we realize the faster the Construction Fund grows, the quicker we are able to expand services. And no one will have any qualms about that.

About fines

Your timely return and care of borrowed materials makes it possible for others to enjoy the same services you do. Fines are only applied to materials that are not returned on time, lost or damaged. Monies collected from these fines and any fees collected, e.g., an item returned without the barcode, will incur a fee to replace it, go into the library budget. It is put directly into buying materials, such as mystery titles, children’s books, audio books and

How to DVDs

If it was our choice, we would opt to have all materials returned on time without damage and not need to deal with fines or fees at all. If you damage a title (and it usually happens without planning), please be honest and pay its replacement right away. Don’t try to leave it in the materials drop and hope it isn’t noticed or have another user experience the disappointment. How we treat each other almost always comes back to us.

Sherlock Holmes

It’s probably true that most of us identify Sir Arthur Conan Doyle with his Sherlock Holmes stories. It’s interesting that Doyle was concerned that these Holmes stories were keeping him from more important work and as time went on, he found himself more and more closely identified with Sherlock Holmes to the exclusion of his other works.

While visiting Reichenbach Falls in the northern Swiss Alps, Doyle decided that these magnificent falls would make a proper tomb for Sherlock Holmes. “The Adventure of the Final Problem” was first published in December of 1893 in Strand magazine. People were so upset that more than twenty thousand cancelled their subscription to The Strand magazine.

It wasn’t long before Sherlock Holmes reappeared, this time in “The Hound of the Baskervilles.”

A new biography of Conan Doyle, “The Adventures of Arthur Conan Doyle” by Russell Miller” (921 DOY) includes this side of Doyle relating to Sherlock Holmes but also includes the “other” Conan Doyle, the man whose long life was filled with adventures every bit as mysterious and sometimes as dangerous as the fictional Sherlock Holmes.

Library hours

Don’t remember library hours? Call for information. When we are closed, a recorder gives the hours of operation, either on 765-8162, or on 765-8163. Except for holidays, which would be mentioned on the recorder, we are open Monday and Wednesday from 9-8, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9-5, and Saturday 9-1. We look forward to seeing you.

At the Beach Library

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Weekly activities

– Preschool story hour for children on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 10:30 a.m.

– Knitting class Wednesday, January 21, at 6:30 p.m.

– Revelation through art on Thursday, Jan, 22, 10:30 a.m.

– Tips on growing orchids on Friday, Jan. 23, at 10:30 a.m.

– Living in balance on Monday, Jan. 26, at 1:30 p.m.

– Travels in China on Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 10:30 a.m.

– Writing tips on Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 1:30 p.m.

Activity details

Knitters, take note of the time on Jan. 21 to gather for knitting time. If you’re new to this craft or would like some suggestions on a current project or how to figure out some directions, feel free to come. Pre-register, please.

The Book of Revelation continues to fascinate and intrigue as it offers ideas about the “end-times” or even how to live more fully today. Dr. Holinski will present a visual presentation, on Jan. 22 that highlights insights into Revelation as articulated by the Old Masters of Art.

Orchids are one of the most diverse family of plants known to us (over 880 genera, 28,000 species just for starters), and also one of the most adaptable plants on earth. Tips on growing orchids on Jan. 23 is a perfect time to join certified horticulturist, Cindy Gillis, for insights on how these plants mature and how to grow them with pleasure.

Jan. 26 is the solar eclipse and George Shakti-Hill will use this time to offer uplifting information and resources for healthful practices in the arenas of body, mind and spirit. See poster on bulletin board for more details.

Bernice Purnell, who has enjoyed her visits and travels in China, will share insights into the people and customs of this major country of the global community on Jan. 27.

So much can be achieved in effective writing so another session under the guidance of Corinne Thwing is most welcome. Join the group of eager writers on Jan. 27.

Upcoming events

Retired prosecutor Charlie Diemer is here on Jan. 28 to talk about writing and publishing “The Pearl of Tao,” a mystery devoted to a unique topic.

Instructor Anna Withrow is back on Jan. 30 to offer a class that creates a wearable piece of jewelry. Her classes fill up quickly and pre-registration and a $10 materials fee are due. If this time doesn’t work, then check off your calendar for Feb. 9.

Greece is the focus on Feb. 3. Susan and Larry Bales will share insights about Greece as they share their journey in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul in his second missionary journey. This is part of our “Getting to Know Our World” series. See poster too for cities to be covered in the presentation.

Some missed the Cozy Books presentation earlier. Mark your calendar for Feb. 3 as Diana Vickery will coordinate a cozy book chat relating to mysteries and fiction of a gentle nature. It’s most likely you’ll discover some new authors to consider and enjoy.

All island yard sale

The all island yard sale on Saturday, Feb. 21 (8 a.m. to noon) is getting off to a great start. This outdoor event, on Library grounds, gives you two ways to get the clutter out of your life in 2009 and help the Beach Library at the same time.

One way is to donate your items for the library to sell. Items can be dropped off at the library any Tuesday this month, or any Tuesday or Thursday in February from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Another way is to rent a space and sell your own items. Pick up a rental form at the library front desk. Spaces are open to artists, craft creators and those who want to have their own garage/yard sale.

All space rental fees and proceeds of the Yard Sale go to the library construction fund.

Construction

For those who are returning for the winter (and it sure is cold in the Midwest and northeast and west), our construction plans remain intact. The architect has designed the building and we worked out most of the overall details. Our loan was not received in October as the bank had no funds to loan, but will be reviewed again in May. Hopefully by then our financial market will settle into a lending pattern again. We are all affected by this latest downturn so it’s no surprise that we need to wait a bit.

Your continued support remains important. We are pleased that our construction fund continues to grow. See the special display to the right of the circulation desk with the latest total.

The Library of America

We have a collection of titles added over the past few years that are part of published efforts from “The Library of America.” With 187 volumes published to date in the main series, 11 special editions, and 27 titles in the American Poets series, this collection is truly a national treasure. In their totality these volumes-presenting works stretching from the 17th century to the present-form a national edition of American writing of which we can all be proud.

The intention is to have these works be available in easy-to-read format, easy to hold, and published with quality paper and cover. You can locate titles in this collection by checking our catalog and choosing the Search oval, then setting the search under the Find box to publisher, and then typing in library of America.

Library hours

Don’t remember library hours? Call for information. When we are closed, a recorder gives the hours of operation, either on 765-8162, or on 765-8163. Except for holidays, which would be mentioned on the recorder, we are open Monday and Wednesday from 9-8, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9-5, and Saturday 9-1. We look forward to seeing you.