CHECK OUT AN EREADER AT THE LIBRARY
Thanks to funding from a grant from the Randolph J. and Estelle M. Dorn Foundation, we are proud to offer an eReader lending program to Sandusky Library cardholders. Twenty-four Barnes and Noble NOOK eReaders have been purchased and are preloaded with 28 eBooks (from The New York Times Best Seller List: Adult Fiction, Adult Nonfiction, and Young Adult, as well as eBooks that correspond with the Library’s ongoing book discussions). The eReaders can be checked out for ten days. Sandusky Library is the fourth library in the CLEVNET system to offer eReader lending. To borrow an eReader or for more information, stop by the Library’s Reader’s Advisory Desk or call 419-625-3834.
EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS, MUSIC and VIDEO, OH MY!
Sandusky Library is proud to offer you best-selling and classic eBooks, audiobooks, music and video available 24/7 from CLEVNET's eMedia website - http://dlc.clevnet.org.
You can browse the collection, check out with your library card, and download to PC, Mac®, and many mobile devices and compatible eReaders! To get started, you will need to install free software. For audiobooks, music, and video: OverDrive® Media Console™. To read eBooks, you’ll need Adobe® Digital Editions. Titles can be enjoyed immediately or transferred to a variety of devices, including iPod®, iPad®, Barnes & Noble NOOK™, Sony® Reader™, and many others. Some audio titles can also be burned to CD to listen on-the-go. Titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period. There are no late fees!
FOLLETT HOUSE MUSEUM HOURS
The Museum is CLOSED January through March. However, to schedule a school or group tour, call the Library at 419-625-3834. Admission is free.
FREEGAL - POPULAR MP3 MUSIC!
Sandusky Library cardholders may download three songs from the Freegal music site each week. Freegal Music contains over 500,000 songs from Sony Music artists, including current hits like Beyoncé's "Best Thing I Never Had", Brad Paisley's "Remind Me", Jackie Evancho's "All I Ask of You" and Hot Chelle Rae's "Tonight Tonight". New music is added to the collection daily. Best of all, the music can be played on all MP3 devices and you get to keep it!
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LIBRARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
AARP TAX-AIDE
Mondays, Feb. 6 - April 9 - 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
FREE tax help (federal, state, and local) for taxpayers with low- and middle-incomes, with special attention to those age 60 and older, will be offered again at the Library by AARP volunteers through the AARP Foundation, in conjunction with the IRS.Bring your Social Security card and your 2010 return. Time slots are given on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to 20 slots. You may sign up for a time slot the Monday morning of the free tax-aide beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Library’s lobby. All tax returns are e-Filed (electronic filing). No business, clergy, or rental property returns are done.
INTRODUCTORY SPANISH (for adults)
Mondays, January 23, 30, February 6, 13
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Have you always wanted to learn a new language? Start the New Year with a fun challenge and join Ana Sanchez as she teaches this free introductory class for adults. Registration is required.
TECH TALK TUESDAY
Facebook for Novice Users
February 7 at 1:00 p.m.
Join us monthly for an hour discussion on various social media topics. Basic computer
knowledge is recommended.
TWEEN BOOK CLUB
First Tuesday of the month - 3:30-5:00 p.m.
February 7 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney and Dork Diaries by Rachel Renee Russell
This Book Club is for grades 3-6 who want to discuss really cool books while hanging out and doing fun activities! To pick copies of the books, stop at the Reader’s Advisory Desk.
DICKENS IN OHIO
Tuesday, February 7 - 6:30-8:00 p.m.
On April 1, 1842, Charles Dickens embarked on a trip down the Ohio River. He traveled from Cincinnati to Columbus by coach, and then throughout Ohio, stopping in Sandusky at one point. Join us on the anniversary of Dickens’ 200th birthday, as actor and historical impersonator Roger Jerome presents “Dickens in Ohio.” Registration is not required.
WORD 2007 - PART 2
Wednesday, February 8 - 1:30-3:00 p.m.
This class explores further the features of Word 2007, such as inserting images and clipart, using Word art, and creating labels. Mouse and Windows skills required.
WINDOWS
Wednesday, February 8 - 5:30-7:00 p.m.m.
This class covers Windows 7 including how to customize Windows, create and manage folders, and more.
The skills learned in this class are necessary for all other classes.
GET FIT AT THE LIBRARY: A TOUCH OF YOGA
Wednesday, February 8- 6:30-7:30 p.m.
There’s no better way to start 2012 than getting fit at the Library! Presented by Lori Schlessman, exercise instructor. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or beach towel.
PAWS TO READ
Saturday, February 11 - 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Paws to Read helps children improve their reading skills while helping to foster kindness, respect, and good animal interaction skills. Children in grades K-5 can share their favorite stories with Daisy, Husker, Elphie and Dolly, the Library’s Reading Ambassadors.
BEGINNING SPANISH (for grades 1-5)
Saturdays at 11:00 a.m.
February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 3
Give your child the fun experience of learning a new language. Ana Sanchez will introduce children to the art of learning Spanish. Classes, for grades 1-5, are 40 minutes long. Registration is required.
A FAMILY TRIP TO CANDY LAND
Saturday, February 11 - 2:30 p.m.
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Library has a sweet activity for the entire family! Join us for a magical journey where you become the game pieces and play a new twist of the classic board game Candy Land. Registration is required.
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