Geek the Library 

We geek autumn in Michigan

  

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The Ripple
 
from the
Waterford Township Public Library
Programs as Varied as the Leaves on the Trees
  
Tail Wagging Tutors
   
Tail Wagging Tutors have returning following a very successful pilot project this summer. 
 
Students in grades K-5 who would like to gain confidence in reading out loud will have the opportunity to read to a dog for 15 minutes.  
 
We have three days
  • Saturdays from 2:00p-3:00p (Angel and Sammi)
  • Wednesdays from 4:30p-5:30p (Kathy and Wyatt)
  • Thursdays from 4:30p-5:30p (Shelly and Izzy)

The program will run through Saturday, November 16. Please contact the Children's Desk at (248) 618-7692 to reserve a 15-minute spot.

  

 

The Hunger Games: Book or Movie? 
 
Teens - here's your chance to weigh in on your favorite format. 

 

Read the book before the program and come to the library for a screening of the movie. We'll compare the two and decide which is better. What did they leave out? What did they add? 

 

We'll also have pizza and pop!

 

 

Using Google Earth for Genealogy

 

Many genealogists are familiar with Google Maps. But do you use Google Earth? 

 

Learn about applying this powerful site to your genealogical endeavors. Come and learn how to discover more about the neighborhoods of your ancestors. 

 

We will take a look at how to use the free services of Google Maps, Google Earth, Google Street View and Google Search to help enhance and simplify your genealogy research. Sponsored by the Waterford Genealogical Society.

 

 

Posters from the Final Photo Session

I geek history
Photography by Mari

 

By the end of this month we will have the "I geek..." posters from the September 25 photo session on display. Come in to see who else you may know "hanging around" in the Library. 

 

We will also have panels posted on the exterior front walls of the Library just in case you only have time to put items in the outside book return. 

 

The "Geek the Library" project is coasting to a close over the next 8 weeks. We hope you have had as much fun with it as we have. 
In This Issue
Calendar Highlights
Programs for All Ages
In the Stacks
About Us

Calendar

Highlights

  

OCT 2
4:30p-5:30p
(Weekly)

7:00p-8:00p
  
OCT 3
2:00p-3:00p
(Weekly)

OCT 5
10:30a-11:30a

 

2:00p-3:00p
(Weekly)

OCT 7 
6:00p-8:30p

OCT 8
7:00p
  
OCT 12
Friends of the Library
Used Book Donation
Drop-Off
10:00a-1:00p
  
10:30a-Noon
  
 OCT 14
LIBRARY CLOSED
Columbus Day
 
OCT 17
5:30p
NEW DATE

OCT 19
10:30a-11:30a

1:00p-3:00p

OCT 21
1:00p
  
OCT 23, 24, 26, 27
  
OCT 26
10:00a-4:00p

How to Borrow eBooks from the Library
10:00a-11:30a
  
10:15a OR 11:30a
 Programs for October - event highlights:

 

Children (ages 0-12) - Click for details on programs planned for you
 
I geek zombies
Photography by Mari

Storytimes - Fall session

Our drop-in storytimes resume this fall on Tuesday, September 10, and will end Thursday, November 21. Storytimes for children 3 years of age and younger are 30 minutes long and include a variety of stories, songs, fingerplays, and other activities. Storytimes are held in our children's story and craft room. 
  
Saturday Specials Return
Celebrate autumn and early winter with a variety of art and craft programs on Saturday mornings. Registration begins one week prior to each program.
  
Tail Wagging Tutors
Tail Wagging Tutors are returning this fall. Students in grades K-5 who would like to gain confidence in reading out loud will have the opportunity to read to a dog for 15 minutes. The program will run through Saturday, November 16. Please contact our Children's Desk, 248-618-7692, to reserve a time.
  
We have Booklists on all sorts of topics to help you find fun books to read.
  
  
Photography by Mari
Click for details on programs planned for you
 
The Hunger Games: Book or Movie:
Read the book before the program and come to the library for a screening of the movie. We'll compare the two and decide which is better. What did they leave out? What did they add? We'll also have pizza and pop!
  
  
  
  

  

  

  

 

  

  

Adults - Click here for details on programs we have planned for you.

 

I geek books
Photography by Mari

  

For your protection: an informative presentation from a member of the Attorney General of Michigan's Senior Brigade. (You don't have to be a senior adult to attend.) This is the third and final program in a series of three. In the Conference Room.

 

OCT 2, 7:00p 

Identity Theft  

Provides valuable information on how to reduce the risk of falling victim to the fastest growing crime in America and what to do if you become a victim.

 

  

Drop-In programs - no registration needed 

  

OCT 12, 10:30a

Ask the Tech Guy 

Walk-in computer/technology help. One-on-one assistance with your own device or computer (bring it in with you). Our library computer technician will do his best to troubleshoot your problem, answer your questions, or advise you on what to do. In the Conference Room. 

 

OCT 26, 10:00a 

How to Borrow eBooks from the Library

 

Bring your nook, kindle, ipad or other device, and your questions, even your laptop. If you've tried and are having trouble, or if you've never done it before, Librarians Jean and Lindsay will work with you to help you with checking out and downloading ebooks from the library's ebook collection. Held in the Conference Room.   

 

News of Note
  
Why do you geek the Library? 
 
During "Geek the Library Week" last month we held a raffle for
I geek flying
Photography by Mari
Geek Grab Bags. Entrants answered this question and dropped their reply in the raffle box. In all 21 winners were awarded prizes. Here is a sampling of the thoughts shared by participants about the Library.
  • "The W.T. Library is bookilicious " ~ Rebecca
  • "Very well organized, clean, and a good selection" ~ Donna
  • "... because books are great!" ~ James
  • "... because it's neat and quiet and has good books" ~ Anna
  • "... to use the computers & print 5 copies free" ~ Lindsay
  • "The staff here is very friendly & helpful" ~ Ronald
  • "... because I can't get enough of non-fiction books!" ~ Evan
  • "Books on CD, movies, reference materials - like a smart pill!" ~ Thomas
  • "We are in here 3 days a week. We love the library!" ~ Bill 
  • "... because of the helpful staff." ~ Eddie
  • "Makes us smarter" ~ Pete
In the Stacks      

 

I geek being a mom
Photography by Mari
Hot New Adults' Fiction  
Coming Soon

 

If you are looking for recommendations on a range of new titles, the Adults' Department blog page will have weekly updates on select new books in the collection.

  

 

Newest Movies 

Newest Audiobooks 

Did You Know...
  
I geek family
Photography by Mari

Your Waterford Library Card is your key to:

  • Check out materials from the Library
  • Access public computers in the Library, e.g. Internet access
  • Remote access to online databases such as Overdrive for eBooks and eAudiobooks, and Zinio for digital copies of popular magazines

To enhance your experience using Library resources we are

  • Upgrading all Library Cards to the newest version, a heavier laminate stock with key tags
  • Issuing Library Cards to all Waterford residents who use the public computers in the Library
We have also upgraded the software that manages reservations and print functions on our public computers. Now that this is completed guest passes will be issued only to non-residents whose home library is not a member of The Library Network Cooperative.  
About Us
I geek theatre
Photography by Mari
  
  
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