For All Ages
PARK AND READ PROGRAM Back for a second
summer, the DNRE and the Library of Michigan are again offering
Park & Read at more than 400 libraries across Michigan. Park &
Read allows library card-holders the ability to “check-out” a
one-day pass into any Michigan state park or recreation area in
lieu of the resident daily motor vehicle permit. This $6
savings also provides free access to the more than 500 events
taking place in state parks throughout the summer. For those
interested in bringing along a library book for serious beach
reading, 71 of the state parks have hammocks available for Park
& Read users to borrow while on-site for the day so they can
fully enjoy a great book in Michigan’s great outdoors. Passes
are valid for seven days from check-out and can be used for one
day at any one of Michigan’s 98 state parks. Passes are valid
for day-use only. The program is available through October 1,
2010. For more information on the program and a complete list
of participating libraries, hammock availability, and park
events taking place throughout the state, visit www.michigan.gov/stateparks.
The Three Rivers Public Library has
joined MelCat, a centralized union catalog with
up-to-date holdings from 179 (39 academic, 115 public, 19 K-12,
2 special) participating libraries. Twenty-four million items
(7.5 million unique bibliographic records) are available in the
MeLCat database. If a book a patron wants is checked out or not
owned by this library, the patron can use MeLCat to request that
it be sent to the Three Rivers Public Library for pickup. The
MeLCat database is available through the library website at
www.threeriverslibrary.org (select the Interlibrary Loan
button) or via the library online catalogs located near the
circulation desk.
The Three Rivers Public
Library offers internet access for persons with wireless-enabled
portable computers. Use of WiFi access to the internet
is governed by the library’s Internet Policy.
Three Rivers Flickrs!
Photos from our most recent events can now be
viewed in
Flickr. Check out our latest photos from the Rural
Libraries Conference in Traverse City, author visits, and
children's programs.
Three Rivers Public Library now has a page on Facebook
! It’s
hard to ignore that being a part of this large social networking
site has many advantages for an organization. It is a fast and
easy way to spread the news about upcoming events and programs,
as well as open the lines of communication with patrons. If you
have a Facebook page, you can search Three Rivers Public Library
and “Like” our page to become a fan. Keep up on current library
news and learn more about what the library has to offer! We want
to hear from our patrons! By “Liking” our page, fans can join in
our discussion topics and see all of the posts regarding future
activities, new books and movies, book clubs and programs for
all age groups. Support the Three Rivers Public Library, stay
informed, and become our Fan! Any questions regarding Facebook,
email Becky at the library: rpace@threeriverslibrary.org
Preschoolers
WEE READ is a special storytime just for
toddlers who aren’t yet ready for group sessions. Please call
Jennifer Tice, Youth Services Librarian, at 273-8666 to schedule
a time that works for you and your child or grandchild. We can
also read with SWEET PEA, the library dog, if you like.
Kids & Teens
EVENTS AND CLUBS YOUTH
BOOKMARK SCHEDULE for
autumn, winter, and spring 2010-2011 is available at the table
opposite circulation. Pick one up so that you and your family
can plan to attend clubs and performing arts events of your
choice. Events include professional music, nature, puppets
shows, and historical character portrayals. There is something
for all ages, and adult patrons are welcome to attend youth
performing arts events. Keep reading library news for reminders
of upcoming events.
WEE READ is a special storytime just for
toddlers who aren’t yet ready for group sessions. Please call
Jennifer Tice, Youth Services Librarian, at 273-8666 to schedule
a time that works for you and your child or grandchild.
YOUNG ADULT AFTERNOON – Sundays.
All ages welcome.
September 5 Back to School
Notebook Craft 1:00-2:00
September 12 Lit’Flick 1:00-3:00
September 19 Beaded
People 1:00-2:00
September 26 Lit’Flick 1:00-3:00
FAMILY FUN NIGHT – Mondays at
6:00-7:00 p.m. Fun for the whole family. Everyone is welcome.
September 13 Back to School Family
Crafts
September 20 Family Game Night
September 27 Veggie Tales Silly
Songs
Adults
INTERNET CLASSES for one or two patrons are offered every
Thursday evening from 6:00-7:00 and every Friday from
2:00-3:00. Please call 273-8666 to sign.
The LIBRARY BOOK CLUB
meets the second Wednesday of the month from September to June
(excluding December) from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the Quiet Reading
Room for a friendly relaxed book discussion. Copies will be available for checkout at the
circulation desk one month prior to scheduled discussion.
The LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES meets
the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the library community
room. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
READING TUTOR VOLUNTEERS
FOR ADULTS NEEDED: THE ST. JOSEPH COUNTY LITERACY COUNCIL
has opportunities for adults interested in helping other adults
learn to read. No previous teaching education or experience is
necessary. All you need is a desire to help others and an hour
or two per week available to meet with an adult student at the
library. The St. Joseph County Literacy Council sponsors
one-on-one tutoring to teach adult students to read, write, and
speak English. The council coordinates matching volunteer
tutors with adult students. The council provides material for
training tutors as well as learning materials for the students.
The St. Joseph County Literacy Council is funded by the St.
Joseph County United Way. The Three Rivers Public Library
provides a home for the literacy council, and the library
receives phone calls to connect potential tutors and students
with the literacy council’s coordinator. Adults interested in
learning more about possibly becoming a volunteer tutor with the
St. Joseph County Literacy Council are invited to call the Three
Rivers Public library at 273-8666 to talk to Shirley Cody,
Literacy Council Liaison.
BE A READING TUTOR/LEARN
TO READ ENGLISH: The St. Joseph
County Literacy Council, with support from the St. Joseph County
United Way, offers free, one-to-one English reading
instruction. To become involved as a tutor, board member, or
student call Shirley Cody, Library-Literacy Council Liaison, at
the library at 273-8666.
