Tri Kappa donation

The Gamma Theta chapter of Tri Kappa sorority recently pledged $10,000 to the new Crown Point Library, scheduled to break ground in May, 2011. At the Library's December board meeting, Lynea Henderlong, Tri Kappa treasurer, presented a check for $6,000 , with the remaining amount to be given in Spring, 2011. From left: Lynn Frank, Library Director; Lynea Henderlong; Fiona McCarroll, Library Board treasurer.

Happy New Year

Crown Point and Winfield Libraries will be closed December 31, January 1 and January 2.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

OOPS--here is the link to crownpointcommunity.com

http://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/crown-point/article_f09534cc-5af0-525a-a171-8250b06d292c.html

CP Library Knitting Group

Check out our fabulous knitting group--come and join us in 2011.

Happy Holidays

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM ALL OF US--AND DON'T FORGET TO GIVE THE GIFT OF READING.

Become A Friend of the Library!

Are you interested in getting involved with library programs, and volunteering? We encourage you to join us at the upcoming Friends of the Library Membership Open House. The Friends' are looking for more active members. We are building a new library and need our Friends' support in many areas.

Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Crown Point Library. Refreshments will be served.

Silly Santa Stories

Stop by the Crown Point Library tonight for "Silly Santa Stories" performed by local storyteller, Grant Fitch. This program is free to the public, it begins at 6:00 p.m.

The Crown Point Library will be closed for Christmas and the New Year holiday on these dates:
Friday, December 24,
Saturday, December 25,
Sunday, December 26,
Friday, December 31,
Saturday, January 1,
Sunday, January 2.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

New Library

NEW LIBRARY ONE STEP CLOSER!

The Crown Point Historic Preservation Commission voted in favor of granting the proposed building a certificate of appropriateness, indicating that it follows the downtown historic district guidelines.

On-going book sale

Shop and save at the Library's never-ending book sale. Located by the periodical section of the adult reading area. Proceeds go to the Friends of the Crown Point Library.

Book, videos, talking books, cds and tapes! Most items only $1.00!

Happy Thanksgiving

Little listeners enjoyed stories about Thanksgiving and made a Native American head dress with colorful feathers.

The Crown Point Community Library and Winfield Branch Library will be closed on Thursday, November 25 for Thanksgiving.

Have a wonderful holiday!

Thanksgiving

The library will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 25.

Paretsky is Grand Master

Mystery Writers of American choose Chicago author Sara Paretsky as this year's Grand Master.

See why she deserves this award by checking out one of her books from the library (click on the link)

http://cat.crownpoint.lib.in.us/search~S0/?searchtype=a&searcharg=paretsky%2C+sara&SORT=D&extended=0&searchlimits=&searchorigarg=aparetsky

Top-selling Titles in Chicagoland Last Week

Top-selling Titles in Chicagoland Last Week

Celebrate Our Hereos

“Hi, I’m Ernie Pyle”
In his one-person play, Gary Morrison takes Pyle’s most hard-hitting, poignant, relevant and comical dispatches and presents them as if Pyle were alive today; up close and personal.

Join us on Wednesday, November 3 at 7:00 p.m. at the Crown Point Library.

This event is free and refreshments will be served.

Shop 'till You Drop!

The Friends of the Crown Point Library will have their annual bus trip to Chicago on Wednesday, December 8. The cost is $20 per person and is due at the time of registration.

Come join us and share the ride to Chicago, enjoy sightseeing and shopping! Remember there is plenty of storage underneath the bus for all your purchased treasures.

The bus will leave the Crown Point Library promptly at 9:00 a.m. (Boarding begins at 8:45) The bus will leave Chicago at 3:00 p.m. and arrive back at the library around 4:00 p.m.

To reserve your seat, sign up at the Circulation Desk. Payment must be received at the time of registration.

More Mystery Awards

More mystery awards for your reading pleasure.

http://bookreporter.com/features/awards-barry.asp#2010

What can you do with a library card???

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mf6YHLOYwxM

Mystery Winner

My favorite mystery auther, Louise Penny, just won the Anthony Award!

http://www.bouchercon.info/nominees.html#201077

Storytime Fun

Participants had fun creating a ghostly craft made from their own footprint, and listening to fall holiday stories at a recent Little Listeners story time event. Sign up for story time today! Call the library at 663-0270.

Grow your family tree

October is designated in many U.S. States as "Family History Month." This month, local resident, Donna Wetzel has created a genealogy display at the Crown Point Library.

Celebrate your family history and begin to create your family tree. Begin by talking to your family, examine family scrapbooks and photo albums and try online resources like ANCESTRY.COM. which can be accessed for free from the Crown Point Library. This database contains more than 4 billion names. It has coverage of the United States and the United Kingdom, including census, vital, military, court, and immigration records, as well as record collections from Canada, Europe, and other areas.

For additional tips, ask the Reference Librarian at the Crown Point or Winfield Branch Library.

Crown Point Library Teen Volunteers

On Tuesday, September 28 our new teen volunteers and their parents were invited to join us for a teen orientation meeting. Teens and their parents were introduced to the library staff, learned about the volunteer program and were given a behind-the-scenes tour of the library.

Our teen volunteers are young patrons who assist library staff with a variety of library-related tasks. Many of our teenagers volunteer at the library to fulfill community service requirements for school and other institutions. This important program allows out teenagers to develop a sense of ownership of the library and its services.

Pictured back row, from left: Griffin Scott, Timothy Barnett, Jake Schutter, Devin DeBoth, Kristina Branoska, Samantha Herkey; front row, from left: Anthony Casillas and Maggie Mae Krawczyk. Not shown are Ashlee Stanley and Chelsea Gulka.

NEW LIBRARY UPDATE

Have you noticed some activity at the site for our new library? They are surveying and doing soil borings in preparation for construction.
Groundbreaking is expected to be late spring, 2011.
We can't wait--how about you?

Libraries and You

Libraries are there for you in good times and tough times. Check out this musical video about what libraries can do for you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8QjjKrEK7Y

Local artist displays artwork at library

Blind artist, Randall Harris, with assistance from his sighted brother Joe Harris, has two unique abstract wood sculptures on display throughout the month of September at the Crown Point Library.

The wood sculptures are made of maple wood rough-cut at a local sawmill. The artist has also included his first sculpture, a soapstone carving of his own hand. Harris is a graduate of Crown Point High School, 1965.

Do you have a collection or artwork you want to display, please contact Laura Clemons at 663-0270. The display case is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis and allows individuals to display their items for one month.

Become a Friend of the Library

Interested in volunteering at the library, meeting new people, assisting with library activities, then consider joining the Crown Point Library Friends of the Library organization. The group is looking for more active members, please join us at the next monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 14 at 10:00 a.m.

What is Friends of the Library? Friends of the Crown Point Library (FOCPL) is a private non-profit organization established to provide financial and political support for the Crown Point Community Library.

How does FOCPL help the library? Friends of the Crown Point Library funds projects and programs not included in the library system's operating budget, such as educational and cultural programs, and are advocates for the library within the community.

How is the FOCPL group funded? Since FOCPL is not part of the county government or the library system, it raises its own operating funds. FOCPL raises money through book sales, membership dues, donations, bequests, and special events.

How is FOCPL organized? The FOCPL meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 10:00 at the Crown Point Library. New members are always welcome.

How can I join FOCPL or make a donation? To join the FOCPL simply fill out the membership form located on the back of the monthly newsletter or pick one up from the Circulation Desk. Monetary donations should be made out to the Friends of the Crown Point library. Membership forms and donations can be mailed to the FOCPL at the Crown Point Library, 214 S. Court Street, Crown Point, IN 46307.

What benefits do I get for my membership? Members receive the monthly newsletter by mail, invitations to library and Friends events, and special previews to book sales. Membership dues also provide additional funding for children's library programs such as Summer Reading, Teen Summer Reading, Teen Volunteers and much more.

Join today and become involved! The next meeting is Tuesday, September 14 at 10:00 a.m. at the Crown Point Library. New members are always welcome!

Super Saturdays!

Join us on Saturday afternoons for a craft or activity and stories about the week's theme. This event is geared toward children in grades 1-6. Space is limited and registratio is required. Sign up at the Youth Service Desk or online at www.lakenetnwi.net/member/crownpointlibrary/



The next Super Saturday is scheduled on October 2 at 2:00 p.m.

Read, Read, and Read Some More!

Do you have a budding reader in your home? There are all sorts of fun and simple ways to encourage literacy in your family's every day life.

• Play with letters, they are all around us. Help your child locate letters on signs, cars, buildings, and, of course books. Choose a different letter to be on the lookout for every day.



• Play with sounds - we have lots of great books of poetry. If you'd like suggestions, we would be happy to share some of our favorites with you!
  


• Play with books. Read to or with your child every day. Talk about what you see and hear and don't forget to ask your child questions about what might happen next.
  

We're happy to read to your children too. We create weekly story times to introduce your children to books and reading fun. Visit the library or go online and sign up for one of our story time events today at www.lakenetnwi.net/member/crownpointlibrary/

Book Discussions

Join us at one of our monthly book discussion group:
October titles:

• "3rd Monday at 1 Book Group" This group meets the 3rd Monday of the month at the Crown Point Library. They will be discussing: The Good Earth by Pearl Buck on
  Monday, October 18, 2010.
  


• The Winfield Branch Book Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at the Winfield Branch. They will be discussing: Jim the Boy by Tony Earley on Tuesday, October 12, 2010.

New members are always welcome. Copies of the books are available at the Ciruclation Desk.

September is Library Card Sign Up Month

The smartest card. Get it. Use it @ your library.

 

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and the Crown Point Library wants to make sure that your child has the smartest card of all — a library card. Observed since 1987, this is a time when the American Library Association and libraries across the country remind parents that a library card is the most important school supply of all. Library cards are FREE and bring you a world of opportunity— no matter what your age.

 

Here are the wonderful things you can do with a Crown Point Library library card:

• Borrow books—find a quiet spot, curl up with a book and enjoy!

    - adult fiction (over 22,000 titles in our collection)

    - non-fiction books (over 25,000 titles on our collection)

    - young adult books (over 3,000 in our collection)

    - children's books (over 38,000 titles in our collection)

• Borrow audio books (over 2,000 in our collection)

• Borrow DVDs and video tapes (over 5,300 in our collection)

• Check out music CDs (over 2,100 in our collection)

• Use the internet (FREE wireless!)

• Use computer word processing

• Access online databases from home and in the library

• Place books on hold

CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

Crown Point and Winfield Libraries will be closed on Sunday, September 5, and Monday, September 6.

Kids--check out Ivy & Bean

http://news.shelf-awareness.com/ar/theshelf/2010-08-30/ivy_and_bean_the_series.html

Top-Selling Titles in Chicagoland Last Week

Top-Selling Titles in Chicagoland Last Week

Book Review: Mockingjay

Book Review: Mockingjay

100 KILLER THRILLERS

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128718927

Image of the Day: The Lincoln Lawyer

Image of the Day: The Lincoln Lawyer

Tess Gerritsen novels now hit TV show.

Check out the new hit TV show, Rizzoli & Isles, based on the popular novels by Tess Gerritsen, available at the Crown Point and Winfield Libraries.

http://www.aceshowbiz.com/video/download/00013220/

Summer Reading Finale

Over 100 Summer Readers celebrated their success along with their families at the finale celebration with Leonardo the musician!

The event took place on Friday, July 30 at the Marian Education Center at St. Anthony Medical Center

Leonardo, a Parents' Choice Award winning family musician presented a high energy and interactive concert with fun props that tied in with our summer reading theme "Make A Splash"!

Stay tuned for more Summer Reading statistics...

Did you know that we have some of the latest DVDs now available for 1 day checkout! There is a one DVD limit per person, per day - late fees are $1 per day.

READ IT BEFORE YOU SEE IT!

The book is always better than the movie, so check out these books before you see the movie or dvd.

 

Eclipse, by Stephanie Meyer, in theatres now.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (Swedish), by Steig Larsson, available on dvd at Crown Point Library.

Dear John, by Nicholas Sparks, available on dvd at Crown Point and Winfield.

Beezus and Ramona, by Beverly Cleary, in theatres now as Ramona and Beezus.

Eat, Pray, Love, by Elizabeth Gilbert, in theatres in August.

The Last Song, by Nicholas Sparks, available on dvd at Crown Point in August.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid, by Jeff Kinney, in theatres in August.

 

Library Knitters!

Did you know you can learn to knit at the Crown Point Library? Phyllis Gruszka (shown at right in photo) teaches a class every Wednesday from 1:00 - 3:00. Beginners should bring one pair of size 7, 10" long knitting needles and one ball of "Sugar & Cream" cotton yarn.

This class isn't just for beginners-all knitters are invited to join the group and share patterns, ideas and make new friends!

Oh and by the way this class is FREE! If you need more information, please contact Barb Houk at 663-0270.

Press, Play and Go!

Have you discovered the wonderful world of audio books? Audio books have become very popular and a favorite format is the PLAYAWAYS. Playaways combine the portability of MP3 without the need for special equipment or technical know-how.

Each device is small enough to fit in the plam of your hand and comes pre-loaded with an unabridged audio book. Simple to use, all you need is a set of headphones or earbuds, and you take your book anywhere! The gym, for a walk, you can listen while you clean your house! Don't have any earbuds? - the library has them for sale for $1.

The Crown Point Library has over 100 titles available on Playaways and the Winfield Branch has recently added Playawys to their collection. Here are a few new titles just added to the Crown Point Library collection:

Broken by Karin Slaughter
Family Ties by Danielle Steel
The Liar's Lullaby by Meg Gardiner
Love in the Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas
Private by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro
The Shack by William P. Young
Whiplash by Catherine Coulter

Read to the Dogs!

(Aedin Obringer reads to Gunner)

The Crown Point Library invites school age children to visit the library during summer reading and Read to the Dogs!



Children can come to the library where the Read to the Dogs event will take place. They sign up at the Youth Service Desk and select a book to read to a furry friend. All of the dogs and handlers who participate are affiliated with Power Paws - A local organization that provides animal-assisted therapy to adults and children.













(Alyssa Zena reads to Apollo)

The program is designed to allow kids the chance to read to a non-judgemental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as they read it. Animals are ideal reading companions because they create a relaxed, comfortable, and safe environment. When a child is having "fun" reading, they think of themselves as a good reader, which helps their self esteem and makes them eager to read.

The next Read to the Dogs events are:

Tuesday, July 27 at the Crown Point Library from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and
Wednesday, July 28 at the Winfield Branch Library from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Adult Summer Reading Weekly Winners

This week's winners are: Connie Brady and Janis Nunez. Congratulations!

Dancing at the Library

For Funtastic Friday at the Crown Point Library, Beth Muller of Crown Point introduced some ballet and tap moves to the young participants as well as taught them a whole dance routine to the tune of 'cotton eye joe'. Beth has been involved in dance since she was a toddler. She will be a freshman this year at the Crown Point High School and has made the high school varsity dance team.

Funtastic Fridays are held at 10:00 a.m. on Fridays at the Crown Point Library throughout Summer Reading.

Stories in the Park

Stories In The Park takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. This event is free and we encourage the community to come out and join us for our final event on July 14. Prepared to get wet because the theme will be "Water Games".

All ages are welcome! Here are some pictures taken from the June 30th Stories In the Park. The Promise Dance Academy was our guest and they had participants exploring different movements to stories about the ocean.

It's Hot - Stay Cool In the Crown Point Library

Looking to stay cool, gather your friends and head over to the Crown Point Library. Throughout summer reading the library has Game Days every Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. You can choose to bring your own, play chess or pick a game from our selection.



Chess A3 (All ages & abilities) is also available every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Come on your own or with a friend, no formal instruction will be provided. Boards will be supplied. All games will take place in the teen space area.

For more information please contact the Youth Services Department at 663-0270.

JULY "CHECK IT OUT" NEWSLETTER AVAILABLE

July "Check It Out" newsletter available here:

http://library.booksite.com/6310/nl/?list=CNL1

or on our website: www.lakenetnwi.net/member/crownpointlibrary