The Library Board Asks - Did You Know?
In the Library Connection newsletter, Library Board members provide
information about a library service or program.
May/June 2008 - Sharing Favorites
Serving on the Library Board as the township representative has made me more
aware of the variety of programs and services offered at the library. I take
every opportunity to enlighten and encourage residents to visit and participate.
One person shared with me her experiences taking her grandchild to story time.
It is an activity that they both enjoy and look forward to attending. From the
youngest to the oldest, there is something for everyone. Stop by the library or
take a virtual look from the library web page,
www.midland-mi.org/gracedowlibrary. - Maxine Brink
May/June Library Connection Newsletter
March/April 2008 -
Sharing Favorites From The Library Shelves
I've enjoyed our library since the 1960s, and love exploring the stacks for new
"nuggets." A small list of my favorite authors include: Margaret Atwood, Paul
Theroux, Jim Harrison, and Kurt Vonnegut in fiction, and Stephen Ambrose, Roger
Kahn, and David Halberstam in non-fiction. Adventures like The Endurance
and The Worst Journey in the World also grabbed me. Some books get a 2nd
or 3rd or 4th read, and In Cold Blood, Into Thin Air and Fatal
Vision are examples, along with many novels. For humor, I laughed through
The Milagro Beanfield War. And I dug up the "perfect little novel" years
ago: Littlejohn by Howard Owen. I hope you'll find your own pleasures at
the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library. - Stu Bush
March/April Library Connection Newsletter
January/February 2008 - Did You Know?
Just A Click Away...
Contacting a member of the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library Board is just a click
away. In our continued effort to stay connected with the community, we would
like to remind library patrons that all Library Board members are listed on the
library's website and accessible through email. We are committed to seeking
dialog and feedback from the community we represent. Just log onto
www.midland-mi.org/gracedowlibrary, click on "Library Board" and choose a
Board member that you wish to communicate with on library issues or services.
It would be an honor to hear from you!
January/February Library Connection Newsletter
November/December 2007 - Did You Know?
High school students and their parents may be looking ahead to future educational
plans and will find resources at the library. The reference area has a comprehensive selection of materials to research post-secondary needs for any age patron. One will find essential compilation manuals on U.S. colleges and universities, trade and technical schools, study abroad programs, foreign universities, and financial aid information. Materials are updated and as current as they can possibly be. There are additional text and digital materials that can be checked out by patrons. Also electronic resources can be found on the library's website under the "Research Resources" heading. Click on "College Catalogs" then "College Source". Either with a visit to the library or at your home computer, information to assist your decision-making is ready for you.
November/December Library Connection Newsletter
September/October 2007 - Did You Know?
Are you thinking about traveling to a foreign country, and wish that you could
speak the language - or at least understand the signs and menus? Take a look at
the Rosetta Stone Language online program, through the Grace A. Dow Memorial
Library's web site, via your home computer. The best part of this is that you
can learn a new language from the comfort of your home! It is a simple process
to log on and set up the program. First log on the Library's home page, then go
to "Databases" under Research Resources and then to "Rosetta Stone Online." The
program may ask for you to install "Shockwave" in order to use the Rosetta Stone
program, but it is a free, secure download and simple to do. Children and adults
will absolutely love this program!
Enter Rosetta
Stone Resource September/October Library Connection Newsletter
July/August 2007 - Did You Know?
Have you wondered about the Friends of the Library and how you could become involved? The Mission of the Friends of the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library is to support , strengthen, and enlarge the scope of the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library community. Friends members volunteer their time to help at the used book sales and serve on the Board. With the proceeds from the sales, the Friends sponsor many library programs and promote the library. From big projects like the construction of the Teen Spot to popular programs like the Battle of the Books, you will see the rewards of being a Friends member. There's lots more about the Friends on their website.
July/August Library Connection Newsletter
May/June 2007 - Did You Know?
Are you thinking about purchasing that new vehicle or vacuum
cleaner - be sure to visit the Consumer's Corner first! The Consumer's Corner is
located at the far end of the reference collection (near the phone book
selection). Information is available to assist "shoppers" on the value of items
like cars, trucks, boats and RV's. For ratings on everything from TVs to
cleaning products, the Consumer Report magazines and buying guide are provided
to help you make informed decisions about products before purchases are made.
May/June Library Connection Newsletter
March/April 2007 - Did You Know?
Stop in to the Cup and Chaucer for a delicious cappuccino, a cup of chai
tea, or a yummy smoothie. Stay a while as you visit with friends or bring
your laptop to use our wireless access. You could also enjoy browsing with
your covered drink in designated areas of the library.
The Cup and Chaucer is open Monday through Friday from 10-5 and remains staffed by very
conscientious and dedicated employees of the Arnold Center. Check out their menu on the Library's website for prices and selection. Stop in and enjoy!
March/April Library Connection Newsletter
January/February 2007 - Did You Know?
If you have a question about taking care of your body and making the best
possible choices, our reference librarians can help you locate information.
From understanding health issues to symptoms to nutritional guidelines to
medical options, the library provides many sources of medical information. Of
course this information does not replace the advice of our doctors, but it
enables us to have better discussions with our doctors about actions, and
pros and cons. Ask a reference librarian today!
January/February Library Connection Newsletter
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