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DIRECTOR'S LOG
This Director’s Log is established to serve as a brief online update of library activities, special events, and collection development for interested members and visitors.It will appear at random intervals, so check back often for the latest news!



Summer Hours - Don’t forget that we are now open on Thursday evening 4-8:00pm.


Schiavo Library: August Newsletter

    Summer Children’s Programs
    Our summer children’s programs continue through August:
  • Tuesday morning 10:30 am Storybook Time
  • Wednesday 6:00 – 7:30 Kid’s Book & Craft Night with Megan (limit – 10 children)
  • Thursday 10:30-noon Kid’s Movie Morning

    Programs
  • August 12 - 7-8:00pm Wetlands Institute “Traveling Turtles” program in the parking lot
  • August 19 - 6:30-8:00pm showing of video “Great New Jersey Coastal Storms”
  • August 28 – 1:00 Barrier Island Writers meeting

    New DVD’s at the Library:
  • Chasing Liberty
  • Must Love Dogs
  • Mystic River
  • Nancy Drew
  • New York Minute
  • Rumor Has It
  • Slumdog Millionaire
  • The Spiderwick Chronicles

Donations:
I’d like to thank our patrons for their generosity this past month. We received $300 in donations. Thank you to the Massey family for their donation of a new flag in honor of Amy’s birthday, July 9th. Also, a book about oceans for the children’s collection will be purchased in her memory.
Contact the library if you would like to honor someone in this special way.

Strathmere Favorites:
I’d like to recommend a book for fun, light summertime reading: The Undomestic Goddess by Sophie Kinsella. Samantha’s goal in life was to make partner in her law firm in London. But somehow she makes a huge mistake in her job and suffers a complete meltdown. As a result, she ends up wandering around in a daze in the suburbs and accidentally accepts a job as a housekeeper. Her misadventures in the kitchen will keep you chuckling. (available at our library)

Christine Rohrman, Library Director




Schiavo Library: July Newsletter

Summer Children’s Programs
    Our summer children’s programs are now underway:
  • Tuesday morning 10:30 am Storybook Time
  • Wednesday 6:00 – 7:30 Kid’s Book & Craft Night with Megan (limit – 10 children)
  • Thursday 10:30-noon Kid’s Movie Morning

Family Programs
  • July 8 - 6:30-8:00pm young adult author Carol Plum-Ucci will be signing her books
  • August 12 - 7-8:00pm Wetlands Institute “Traveling Turtles” program in the parking lot
  • August 19 - 6:30-8:00pm showing of video “Great New Jersey Coastal Storms”

Anniversary Celebration The anniversary party, June 25th, was a great opportunity to celebrate the Schiavo Library’s first very successful year and also enjoy family, friends and desserts.

New Books at the Library:
    Novels:
  • The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest by Stieg Larsson
  • Shanghai Girls by Lisa See
  • Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford
  • Swan Thieves by Elizabeth Kostova
    Non-fiction:
  • The Big Short by Michael Lewis
  • No One Would Listen by Harry Markopolos


Strathmere Favorites: Volunteer Marion Ingram recommends: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. This story takes place in Nazi Germany during WWII and portrays the life of the ordinary German citizen. Liesel Meminger, a nine year old girl who cannot read, picks up her first book in the snow near her brother’s grave. Thus she is given the nickname “book thief” by the Grim Reaper, the narrator of the story. (available in our Young Adult and beach book sections)

Christine Rohrman, Library Director


Schiavo Library: June Newsletter

Summer Programs (beginning week of June 29, 2010)
  • Book signing by young adult author - Carol Plum-Ucci - July 8 6:30-8:00pm
  • Traveling Turtles program from the Wetlands Institute - August 12 7-8:00pm
  • Great New Jersey Coastal Storms video viewing - August 19 6:30-8:00pm
  • Kids Book and Craft Night with Megan - Wednesday 6-7:30pm
  • Storybook Time (ages 3-5)- Tuesday morning 10:30am
  • Children’s Movie Morning - Thursday morning 10:30-noon
  • Summer Reading Club (for children ages 6-12) - sign up at the library
  • Adult Computer Instruction - sign up at the library
  • Additional Library Hours for the summer - Thursday night 4:00-8:00pm


Membership Renewal! If your membership is up for renewal, send a check to the library, stop in or renew during our anniversary celebration. Remember: individual $25 and family $45 (no forms to fill out).

Anniversary Celebration: Our First Anniversary Celebration will be on Friday, June 25th at 7:00pm. Join us for light refreshments and see the wonderful growth of the library this past year!

Volunteers Needed for the Summer: Please consider volunteering your time and talents at our library. An hour or a day – anything you can do is appreciated.

Strathmere Favorites: Joan A. DiFiore recommends: The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafron. “Set in post WWII Barcelona, this novel has it all – seduction, danger, revenge and mystery. A bibliophile’s dream – a book about books! A rousing adventure – great for the beach!” (available in trade paperback)

Christine Rohrman, Library Director



Schiavo Library: May Newsletter

Used Book Sale: Our first used book sale this year will be held over Memorial Day Weekend and the following week: May 28th - June 5th. We will have our large sign out front to remind you! Stop in and see our selection of adult and children’s books, magazines and VHS tapes for sale.

Summer Programs
Our summer programs are now being organized and dates will be announced next month.
    Look for:
  • Book signing by children’s author – Carol Plum-Ucci
  • "Traveling Turtles” program from the Wetlands Institute
  • Kids Book and Craft Night
  • Storybook Time
  • Children’s Movie Morning
  • Adult Computer Instruction

Membership Renewal! Remember, your membership may be up for renewal May 31st. Stop in and renew soon!

Save the Date: Our First Anniversary Celebration will be on June 25th. Mark your calendar! More information will be available in June.

Strathmere Favorites: Jessica Weaver recommends: The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society by Shaffer & Barrows, “I have to admit, I initially chose the book because of its title. The book is a series of letters describing the conditions on Guernsey during the German occupation of the Channel Islands in World War II. I laughed at the characters and admired their stoic endurance and heroism.“ (available in Large Print and audio in our library)


Christine Rohrman, Library Director



Schiavo Library: April Newsletter

Renewal Time!
Hooray, spring is finally here and summer is just around the corner! If you were one of our first members, your membership will be up for renewal May 31st. Please stop in anytime and renew! We look forward to seeing you.

April 11 – 17th: National Library Week
Since 1958, National Library Week has been observed by the American Library Association (ALA) to encourage the use and appreciation of our libraries. In the mid-1950’s research showed that Americans were spending less on books and more on radios and televisions. The ALA created National Library Week to increase awareness of libraries. Fifty-two years later we’re competing with even more electronic devices, but we still need to protect our libraries. National Library Week at the Schiavo will feature a Book Lovers Trivia Quiz and Raffle. Stop in for details.

New Feature: Strathmere Favorites
We would like to hear from you – tell us about your favorite book (fiction or nonfiction) and why you think someone else would enjoy it. We’ll feature it in upcoming newsletters and have a copy available at the library. What better way to share your love of books! Email us: info@strathmerelibrary.org.

Audio Book Collection
Our audio book collection is expanding thanks to donations from patrons, especially Veronica Roash. Thanks and keep listening and sharing!


Schiavo Library: March Newsletter

Welcome Spring!
Spring is a great time of year to visit the library. We’ve been busy all winter enhancing our collections. We now have CD’s and magazines to borrow. We’re also building a nice collection of LARGE print books.

A Big Thank You!
I need to thank our volunteers, Melissa Brisbin, Donna Diefenderfer, and Dan Weaver, for helping to keep the library open during the snowy days of February!

U.S. Census
Representatives from the U.S. Census will be using our library as a help station during the month of March until April 19th, every Wednesday 10 – 2 pm. Please stop in if you need any information about the census.

Love Your Library Month Raffle Winner: Judy Hollinger

Movie Matinees:
Movie matinees will continue this spring – more title choices are available thanks to donations from all our friends and members. Matinees: Every Wednesday at 1:00 pm.

Showcase Ideas Needed
Do you have any interesting collections, photos of Strathmere, or local artifacts? Our library has two great showcases. Why not share with the community! Call the library with your ideas: (609) 486-6265.





Schiavo Library: January Newsletter:

Teapot Display:
January features a display of teapots and tea drinking items and a “Tea Trivia Quiz.”

Movie Matinees:
Beat the winter blahs – Wednesdays at 1:00 pm.

Year-end review:
As of December 31, 2009, our collection totaled 1373 items (books and DVDs). Thank you everyone for your continued support and donations.

Our most popular books for the past year were:
Children: Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
Young Adult: Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
Adult: The Nanny Diaries by Emma McLaughlin

Our collection includes 5 of the 10 books chosen as book group favorites for 2009. More favorites coming in 2010!

And don’t forget – we now have a book drop for easy after-hour returns!

Also, welcome to our new “winter” library assistant: Jessica Weaver.












SCHIAVO STARS

As always, 'Thank you' to all the volunteers and community groups who have helped to make these activities possible; your support is greatly appreciated!


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