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Grace A. Dow Memorial Library - 1710 W. St. Andrews Midland, MI 48640 Phone: 989-837-3430 Email: gadml@midland-mi.org

 
The Library Board Shares Favorites

In the Library Connection newsletter, Library Board members share favorites or provide information about a library service or program.

May/ June - Sharing Favorites

For the child in every adult and for every adult's precious child, consider these titles. Stranger in the Woods and First Snow in the Woods by Carl R. Sams II are visual (photographic) treats. The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo is a verbal delight, a masterpiece. Better than candy and with no calories, these stories will warm your heart.

The Torah for Dummies by Arthur Kurzweil is, surprisingly, a treasure that beckons its reader beyond wonderfully presented information to experience spiritual enrichment.
-William Snover

May/June Library Connection Newsletter

 

March/ April - Sharing Favorites

The Library staff share comments and suggestions from patrons with the Board. One person expressed concern about the use of the plastic bags and their impact on the environment. The Friends of the Library, committed to providing support to the library by enhancing programs and services, saw an opportunity to make a difference in our community and purchased recycled bags to sell at the library. The bags are a great bargain at $1 each and are on sale at the Check Out Desk. I’ve always counted the Friends of the Library with their used book sales and generous donations to the library as one of my favorite organizations. To show my support of the Friends and contribute to saving the earth, I will use my book bag often, displaying their name and logo and encouraging others to buy a bag.
- Maxine Brink

March/April Library Connection Newsletter

January/February 2009 - Sharing Favorites
Have you seen a good movie? Read the book! I watched Pride and Prejudice, the movie, recently and it inspired me to check the book out from the library. The book had so many fun details and extra stories that I read it twice. I wonder which other great classics I've missed.

Listening is an Act of Love was another wonderful read: a collection of stories from the StoryCorps project. I laughed, I cried, and I read some out loud to my family. I've also been enjoying my children's books. They are a quick read and often fun and informing. Classics like The Wump World by Bill Peet, new picture books, and even juvenile non-fiction have been fun for us. Explore your library and enjoy!
- Sarah Galt

January/February Library Connection Newsletter

November/ December 2008 - Sharing Favorites
I hardly know where to begin and it will be hard to stop.

In fiction, Angle of Repose by Wallace Stegner stands above all others. This is excellent prose in a story of the American West. While the narrator is writing his family history, he illustrates to the reader what history is intended to be and the meanings it can hold. Two more fiction writers I savor are Louis Erdrich, The Painted Drum and Jim Harrison, Returning to Earth.

For non-fiction, I greatly respect the wisdom of Carl R. Rogers as found in A Way of Being. I learned a great deal from Barbara Kingsolver's Animal, Vegetable, Miracle. And I laughed until I cried reading A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson. The choices are many and time is at a premium - read on!
- Marilyn Soules

November/December Library Connection Newsletter

 

September/ October 2008 - Sharing Favorites
It is a pleasure to share some of my favorites from the library shelves, I thought I would emphasize the importance that books can have on the path we chose in our life's journey. As a young teen, I frequently escaped to books during the long summer vacation. I was always interested in handicapped children since my brother had communication issues. The Story of My Life by Helen Keller and the Miracle Worker by William Gibson both influenced me in a career in Speech Pathology. The library is full of books that can mentor you and your children in a variety of surprising ways. Have fun exploring the many possibilities at our library!
- Kathleen Kinnish

September/ October Library Connection Newsletter

 

July/ August 2008 - Sharing Favorites
I am recommending three books to you for your next trip to the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library. I have read every John Grisham book. Recently, I read a short novel that is a little different than most of his books. It is called Playing for Pizza, and it is about an NFL quarterback who goes to Italy to play after his career collapses in the United States. His newest legal thriller, The Appeal, is hard to put down. A non- fiction sports book called Quiet Strength by NFL coach, Tony Dungy, is a wonderfully written book that gives great insights into some life lessons that are worth learning about family, fatherhood, and living a life that makes a difference. This is the best book that I have read in a long time. There you have it - three very different choices for your reading pleasure. And remember that the price is always right at your public library.
 - Norm Neher

July/August Library Connection Newsletter

 

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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