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DIRECTOR'S REPORT | |
That "soon-to-be-fall" feeling is in the air - beautiful sleeping weather, a different slant to the sun, echoes of teams on the practice fields. Watching and listening to kids in the library is fun right now - some of them are so excited to get back to school - others, not so much. I watched one child in the store the other day - checking against his school supply list, picking up every single color of pencil sharpener in the bin and deciding with painful deliberation which one was the right one for him, as if his very success rested on it. Other kids just grabbed and threw supplies in the cart without a second look. At the top of every school supply list should be a library card and we are working with the schools to make that happen starting in kindergarten. Our goal is to have every kindergartener in our service area get a library card! We're starting small this year with a few pilot classes and will ramp the effort up over the next year. Does the kindergartener YOU know have a library card?
Trish Burns, Library Director |
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Hispanic Heritage Month Community Celebration | |
"Mariachi Musica de Festivo"
by Roxanne y Los Compadres
Saturday, October 1
2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Enjoy an afternoon of celebration and music with the flavorable sounds of Roxanne y Los Compadres. Roxanne Chantaca is distinguished as being an exceptional performing arts teacher in the field of music for fourteen years, and has taught in the Saginaw Public School District for twelve years. This Saginaw native is a familiar face at Comerica Park in Detroit, where she has performed the national anthem during the Fiesta Tigres for the past two years. This past May, Chantaca was awarded the Saginaw Valley High School Association - Teacher of the year award, and currently serves as an ambassador for the Great Lakes Bay Hispanic Leadership Institute. The Public Libraries of Saginaw invites you to join us on Saturday, October 1, as we commemorate the history and culture of Hispanic Americans.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Programs for Children | |
Hispanic Heritage Super Saturday
Saturday, September 17
2:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with snacks, a craft, and (of course) books. Children 6 and under need an adult helper.
Make a Wish - Milagros
Monday, September 19
4:00 p.m.
Wickes Library
From a word meaning miracle, milagros are folk charms found throughout Spain and Latin America. Come learn more about this ancient custom as you create some milagros to bring your own wishes true. Children under 7 will need a helper 14-years-old or older.
Hispanic Fairy Tales
Tuesday, September 27
4:30 p.m.
Claytor Library
In honor of Hispanic Heritage month Claytor Library will be hosting Hispanic Fairy Tales Night. Children ages 3-12 are welcome to attend the movie. A small snack will be provided.
Hispanic Heritage Through Stories
Friday, September 30
10:30 a.m.
Zauel Library
Preschool storytime for children 3-5 years of age celebrating Hispanic Heritage through stories.
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Library Closing for Labor Day Weekend | |
All branches of the Public Libraries of Saginaw will be closed on Labor Day weekend: Saturday, September 3 and Monday, September 5.
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Chess Club | 
Mondays · September 12, 19, & 26
3:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Children, tweens, and teens ages 7-17, are invited to our "Drop-in and Play" Chess Club. No registration is required.
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School Time Bingo | |
Tuesday, September 20
4:30 p.m.
Claytor Library
School is back in session and "What a bummer!" But it's not too late to miss out on the fun. Claytor Library will be hosting the last Back to School Bingo of the year. Children are welcome to play rounds and try their luck for prizes and goodies. Free for children ages 5-12.
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You Can Make That with a Sheet of Paper | 
Saturday, September 24
1:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
Impress your friends and classmates with your creative paper folding skills. Learn some basic paper folding tricks at this beginning origami class. All supplies provided. For teens ages 13-19.
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Community Literature Series | |
Thursday, September 15
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
We will discuss the book "The Bright Forever" by Lee Martin and
by Sherwood Anderson. Anyone interested in reading and discussing books is welcome. Copies of these books are available by calling 799-9160.
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MISBTDC-Entrepreneurial Series
Free Business Start-up Class | |
Thursday, September 15 @ 6:00 p.m.
Hoyt Library
This is a free program for anyone who wants to start their own business or learn about community resources for small businesses.
Topics covered include: what it takes to be in business, where to go for information and assistance, the business plan and why you need one, licenses and permits, funding and the myth of "Free Money." Library resources are available to help you set up your business.
Registration is preferred. To register call the contact number 989-686-9597 or visit
www.misbtdc.org/region5 and click on training.
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eBooks are NOW Available | |
Visit http://downloadable.saginawlibrary.org to access our new downloadable e-books. If you have an e-reader and are unsure how to make it work with our collection, contact the Hoyt Library reference desk at 755-0904 and ask about our new e-book class.
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Community Resource Series - Overview of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act |
Monday, September 19
6:30 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
In cooperation with the Public Libraries of Saginaw, the Saginaw County Bar Association and Legal Services of Eastern Michigan present attorney Eldor Herrmann who will provide analysis of the law and the confusion surrounding its implementation. He will discuss the basic provisions and protections of the MMMA, what is covered and what is not covered. Included will be a comparison between the Federal law and the State law. There will be time for questions and answers. Please arrive on time. Space is limited.
*Note: The Public Libraries of Saginaw takes no side on this issue. This program is presented to provide information which will allow community members to make their own informed decisions.
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Off To A Good Start - Library Card Sign Up! | |
"I got my own card now!" That was the response made by a kindergartner at Kempton Elementary School, when she and 45 other classmates received their first library card. Rhonda Farrell-Butler, Coordinator for Children's & Teen Services, and Butman-Fish staff piloted the program this past spring in an effort to help parents start their child's reading and learning journey. The children's staff of the Public Libraries of Saginaw will work closely with principals, teachers, and parents to register Kindergartners in the Saginaw City and Saginaw Township School Districts for library cards.
After parents return completed applications to their child's teacher, library staff will process cards, and return to the school for a special story, library card distribution and classroom picture. Parents will receive a library packet in the mail, and children will receive a sleeve to keep their library card in. The card sleeve says, "Off to a Good Start with My Smart Card," and features the library's logo. The goal is to put library cards in the hands of every kindergartner in these districts by November 1, 2011. For more information, please contact Rhonda Farrell-Butler at 989-755-0904 ext. 814 or rbutler@saginawlibrary.org.
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Library Card Sign-Up Month |
September 1 - September 30
Everyone who signs up for a new library card will receive a free gift!
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Summer Reading Program Success! |
The 2011 Summer Reading Program has topped last year's totals. The total number of people who finished the program was 9,364, which is a 9% increase from last year.
Registered Finished
Children 5,230 3,705
Teens 1,303 907
Adults 2,831 2,068
Thanks to our sponsors: Friends of the Public Libraries of Saginaw, Dornbos Printing Impressions, MIX-106.3FM, KISS-107.1FM, Charter Media, WNEM-TV5 & MY5.
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Books for Babies | |
The Friends of the Public Libraries of Saginaw established a "Books for Babies" program with funds from the Mary Williams Estate. The Friends are now able to offer this wonderful gift twice per year. This month, each newborn at Covenant Harrison will receive a new board book along with information introducing their parents to the Public Libraries of Saginaw. If you'd like to support this project, please consider making a donation or joining the Friends of the Public Libraries of Saginaw. Application for membership is available at http://www.saginawlibrary.org/your-library/library-friends/.
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Looking for funding? Check Out Our Webinars |
Grant Seeking Basics Webinar
Tuesday, September 13
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Gain an introduction to the world of foundation fundraising. Are you a representative of a nonprofit organization? Are you new to fundraising? Do you want to learn how the funding research process works, and what tools and resources are available? Learn how to become a better grantseeker!
In this class we will cover: what you need to have in place before you seek a grant; the world of grantmakers; the grantseeking process; and available tools and resources. Register for this free webinar by calling Brenda at 989-755-0904 ext. 897.
Proposal Writing Basics Webinar
Thursday, September 15
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Learn the key components of a proposal to a foundation. For those new to proposal writing, this class will cover:
· How the proposal fits into the overall grantseeking process
· What to include in a standard proposal to a foundation
· Tips for making each section of your proposal stronger
· What funders expect to see in your proposal and attachments
· Tips for communicating with funders during the grant process
· Additional resources on proposal writing, including sample proposals
Register for this free webinar by calling Brenda at 989-755-0904 ext. 897.
Proposal Budgeting Basics Webinar
Monday, September 19
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
This session, geared to the novice grantseeker, will cover such topics as:
· What is included under the "personnel" section and how to calculate it?
· What level of detail do you need to include for non-personnel expenses?
· How do you determine reasonable costs?
· What types of expenses are considered "overhead?"
· What other financial documents will funders want to see?
Prior attendance at Proposal Writing Basics is strongly recommended. Register for this free webinar by calling Brenda at 989-755-0904 ext. 897.
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Remembering September 11, 2001 | |
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Hispanic Heritage Month Booklist |
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