Monday, September 8, 2008

Library Closed

Thanks to everyone for being patient while we clean up from a roof leak. The roof repair is expected to be completed by Wednesday, September 17; exterior repairs will be followed by interior repairs, which we hope will be completed by Saturday, September 13. At present, we hope to open Monday, September 15 at 10:00 am. Watch the paper, listen to the local radio or call us at 427-7140 for updated information.

Special thanks go out to the anonymous donors who have sent checks to help with the repairs. In a year of greatly reduced funding to public libraries, donations for unexpected events like roof leaks are particularly important. Library dollars that don’t have to be spent on roof repairs buy books, and pay for programs and staff to help you find what you need when you need it—all things you expect from your public library. Unfortunately, when funding is reduced libraries are forced to cut staff, materials and hours to save dollars.

We will be happy to see you when we get cleaned up and open our doors again!

Sunday, August 17, 2008

Summer Reading for 2008 Comes to a Close

Summer Reading is drawing to a close as the children head back to school. Please remind your child to take his/her summer reading log to school during this first week back. The “most readingest” classes, grades K-8, will win a class party, while the high school student logging the most hours read from each grade (9-12) will win their choice of gift card! We can’t wait to see how much your children accomplished this summer. Please help us by urging them to turn in their reading logs.

Children who are home schooled or not yet attending school may return their logs to the Carnegie Library. A big box is placed near the door to receive logs from any student who participated in Summer Reading. We will make sure their times are counted.

Congratulations to Karen Erskine, our adult summer reading winner of the Great Book Bag! Karen won a library bag filled with books, goodies, a gift card and reading accessories. Thanks to all of our many participants. Because we had such an enthusiastic response this summer, we’ll certainly be planning another adult summer reading program for next summer.


The Bookmobile will be off the road for maintenance and to replenish materials for the next two weeks. Watch this column for our Fall schedule.

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Library News June 2, 2008

Summer Reading officially begins June 16 but we are ready whenever you are! With a great selection of new books, audiobooks and playaways, this summer reading program is bound to be the best yet. Events include weekly storytimes for pre-schoolers, basket making with Nancy Basket, Bright Star Theatre , a magic show with Eddy Wade, art and game days, and a talent show.

Events for Preschoolers:

Summer Catch the Reading Bug Storytimes at the Carnegie Library

Tuesday, June 10, 10:00 am--Snug as a Bug in a Rug! Join Ms. Cindy for crafts, silly songs and get comfy in your sleeping bag while she reads bug stories. Prepare to have a buggy good time.

Tuesday, June 24, 10:00 am--Don’t Squash that Bug! Find out more about bugs and go from squashing them to studying them up close. Help Ms. Cindy explore the bug’s world, learn new bug facts and create a buggy craft.


Why should the kids have all of the fun? This year, the Carnegie Library initiates its first Adult Summer Reading program to encourage adults to enjoy reading throughout the summer, too!

Adults reading four books and completing an entry form will win a chance to enter a drawing for The Great Book Bag, which will be filled with goodies, books, gift cards and reader’s accessories. All books and audiobooks count!

Drop by the Carnegie Library or the Bookmobile to pick up an entry form or download and print a copy from the library website, http://www.unionlibrary.org/, or call us at 427-7140 with questions.

Bookmobile Schedule for June 3-June 9

Tuesday, June 3
9:45-10:30 Bethel United Methodist Church
10:45-11:30 Grace Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:30-4:15 YMCA
4:45-5:30 Chambertown

Wednesday, June 4
9:45-11:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Lockhart Town Hall
5:00-5:45 Carlisle Town Hall

Thursday, June 5
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Union County Recreation Department
4:45-5:30 Bi-Lo

Friday, June 6
9:45-10:45 Salvation Army
2:00-3:00 Buffalo Flats
3:30-4:15 Putman Baptist Church
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville

Monday, June 9
9:45-10:45 Union Christian Day School
11:00-11:45 Morningside Baptist Church
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Grace Methodist After School
4:30-5:15 Jonesville Elementary
5:30-6:30 Foster Park

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Thoughts

These ponderings were included in my presentation to the Union Rotary Club, 15 April 2008.

My name is Nancy Rosenwald and I am the Director of the Union County Carnegie Library. Thank you for this opportunity to speak…it is always an opportunity to speak to Rotary.

I am here to talk to you about a vibrant community gathering place that needs your help and support…a place where people learn, think, plan, dream, and grow.

Yes, that place is the library, your Carnegie Library. I need you to know, we are here to change the picture you have of a library…you know, that silent place run by a shushing bun-headed librarian who seems intent on keeping your hands off those books. For many of us those images still come to mind when the word library is used.

Libraries have changed dramatically over the past ten years and the Carnegie Library is transforming, too. We offer musical programs with classical guitarists and wonderful singers like Bill Strong, basket makers, storytellers, theatrical groups, and even a rock band on the library steps! People from our county come to read, chat, think and fill out job applications on line. Libraries have moved far away from those old images of imposed silence and active spaces have replaced them.

Briefly, I want to discuss the mission of the Carnegie Library, approved by the Board of Trustees this year. Our mission reflects what we do.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Union Carnegie Library is the learning center for our community and is the place people choose to explore ideas, the power of information and the pleasure of reading. Our collections, programs and services reflect community needs and requests, which are offered in a welcoming, convenient and responsive manner.

We accomplish this mission through service, service, service.

Perhaps more important is our vision—what do we hope to be in the future? Where are we headed?

VISION STATEMENT

The Union Carnegie Library will be a modern twenty-first century public library that satisfies community needs through outstanding collections, dynamic programming, and exceptional public service. Our connections to our customers, commitment to professional growth, and responsiveness to changing needs will make our library buildings vital public spaces and our website a dynamic virtual destination for all county residents.


Lots of words…lots of hope…lots of work to be done.

As the Director of the Carnegie Library, it is my job to ask the question what does Union need? From my perspective, we need:

1. Strong support for learning of all kinds, for all ages, for all people.

2. Ideas that result in jobs, economic development, and an array of opportunity.

3. Serious efforts to preserve Unions important and unique history.

4. A sense of pride in Union’s assets and its sense of community.


My goal and my promise to you is this:

The Carnegie Library will grow, will continue to expand its services and collections to meet the needs of this community, now and into the future. We won’t just be that beautiful old building down on South Street but an organization that seeks excellence by listening…responding…and exceeding your expectations.

Thank you for listening.

Sunday, April 13, 2008

Mid-April

We’ve got some great books for adults for sale at the library! Hardcover, paperbacks, fiction and non-fiction. Each copy only fifty cents. Come by and check out the selection. Proceeds will help us purchase new books.

Spring is here! And what better time for boys and girls ages 5-10 to join their library friends for an elegant tea party. Learn proper tea time manners with the experts while tasting some oh-so-good beverages and traditional high tea favorites. Don’t forget to dress up!

Watch this space for dates and times, then call right away to make reservations, dahhh-ling!

Upcoming Events at the Carnegie Library:

Events for Kids:

Tuesday, April 15 at 10:00 am, Play With Your Food! Storytime with Ms. Cindy that’s all about food. There will be pizza, crafts and lots of fun.

Genealogy Workshops:

Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm, join us for a genealogy workshop called Migration into South Carolina. This presentation examines the most used routes for colonial and antebellum migration into the South Carolina backcountry. Taught by historian/genealogist, Alexia Jones Helsley.


If you haven’t seen our newly designed bookmobile yet, keep your eyes on the road! You won’t be able to miss it as we visit each area of the county, its child care centers, nursing homes, and after-school-sites. Thanks to our Friends of the Library for helping finance this wonderful project!


Bookmobile Schedule for April 14-21

Monday, April 14
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart

Tuesday, April 15
9:45-10:15 Grace Methodist Church
10:45-11:15 Bethel United Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:30-4:15 Lakeside
4:45-5:30 Horseshoe Circle Community Center

Wednesday, April 16
9:45-11:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Ivey’s
4:45-5:30 J & T Express

Thursday, April 17
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
11:30-12:00 Mon-Aetna Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Prince’s Grocery
4:45-5:30 Food Lion

Friday, April 18
9:45-12:00 Carlsan Headstart
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville

Monday, April 21
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Grace Methodist After School Program
4:45-5:30 Wal-mart

Friday, April 4, 2008

Upcoming events

Spring seems to be here! And what better time for boys and girls ages 5-10 to join their library friends for an elegant tea party. Learn proper tea time manners with the experts while tasting some oh-so-good beverages and traditional high tea favorites. Don’t forget to dress up!

Watch this space for dates and times, then call right away to make reservations, dahhh-ling!

Upcoming Events at the Carnegie Library:

Events for Kids:

Tuesday, April 8 at 10:00 am, storytime for preschool kids with Councilman Hanvey! Join us for the fun, stories and snacks. Don’t you wonder what our County Council members read for fun and enjoyment?

Genealogy Workshops:

Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm, join us for a genealogy workshop called Migration into South Carolina. This presentation examines the most used routes for colonial and antebellum migration into the South Carolina backcountry. Taught by historian/genealogist, Alexia Jones Helsley.



If you haven’t seen our newly designed bookmobile yet, keep your eyes on the road! You won’t be able to miss it as we visit each area of the county, its child care centers, nursing homes, and after-school-sites. Thanks to our Friends of the Library for helping finance this wonderful project!


Bookmobile Schedule for April 7-13

Monday, April 7
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart

Tuesday, April 8
9:45-10:15 Bethel United Methodist Church
10:45-11:15 Grace Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:30-4:15 YMCA
4:45-5:30 Chambertown Community Center

Wednesday, April 9
9:45-11:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Lockhart Town Hall
4:45-5:30 Carlisle Town Hall

Thursday, April 10
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
11:30-12:00 Mon-Aetna Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Union County Recreation Department
4:45-5:30 Bi-Lo

Friday, April 11
9:45-12:00 Carlsan Headstart
3:30-4:15 Putman Baptist Church
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville

Monday, April 14
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Some new news!

If you haven’t seen our newly designed bookmobile yet, keep your eyes on the roads around Union! You won’t be able to miss it as we visit each area of the county, its child care centers, nursing homes, and after-school-sites. Thanks to our Friends of the Library for helping us finance this wonderful project!

Upcoming Events at the Carnegie Library:

Events for Kids:

Tuesday, April 1 at 10:00 am, April Fools storytime for preschool kids with Ms. Cindy. Silly stories, songs, jokes and fun.

Genealogy Workshops:

Saturday, April 5 at 1:30 pm, don’t miss our workshop African American Genealogical Research in South Carolina with archivist, historian and genealogist Alexia Helsley. This workshop offers basic information for the beginning researcher and tips for those more advanced.

Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm, Ms. Helsley is back with a workshop called Migration into South Carolina. This presentation examines the most used routes for colonial and antebellum migration into the South Carolina backcountry.


New Fiction for Adults

The Rule of Four by Ian Caldwell

A Lady of Hidden Intent by Tracie Peterson

A Most Uncommon Degree of Popularity by Kathleen Gilles Seidel

Black Widow by Randy Wayne White

New Adult Non-fiction

The Road to Dallas by David Kaiser

Serial Killers and Sadistic Murders: Up Close and Personal by Jack Levin

Beyond Glory: Joe Louis vs. Max Schmeling, and a World on the Brink by David Margolick

A Year in the World by Frances Mayes

Our Daily Meds by Melody Petersen

A Buffalo in the House: The True Story of a Man, an Animal, and the American West by R.D.Rosen

It’s a Boy: Understanding Your Son’s Development from Birth to Age 18 by Michael Thompson

New Fiction for Young Adults

Avalon High by Meg Cabot

Pants on Fire Meg Cabot

Party Princess by Meg Cabot

Princess on the Brink by Meg Cabot

Valentine Princess by Meg Cabot

Dragon’s Keep by Janet Lee Carey

Book of a Thousand Days by Shannon Hale

Bookmobile Schedule for March 24-31

Monday, March 24
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart

Tuesday, March 25
9:45-10:15 Bethel United Methodist Church
10:45-11:15 Grace Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:00-3:30 Grace Methodist After School Program
3:30-4:15 YMCA
4:45-5:30 Chambertown Community Center

Wednesday, March 26
9:45-10:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Lockhart Town Hall
4:45-5:30 Carlisle Town Hall

Thursday, March 27
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
11:30-12:00 Mon-Aetna Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Union County Recreation Department
4:45-5:30 Bi-Lo

Friday, March 28
9:45-12:00 Carlsan Headstart
3:30-4:15 Putman Baptist Church
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville

Monday, March 31
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart