Library Launches Gift Campaign

Library Launches Gift Campaign As Construction Begins
By the end of summer reading next year we should see exterior touches being finished on the new Crown Point Community Library. Crews have been preparing the ground for the foundation, which will be poured in August. The demolition of the Homann Karate Do building is just about complete and the next phase will be to install the structural steel to form the building. By end of 2011 the building should be enclosed so the interior work can begin.

This is an exciting time for all of us and many of our patrons have asked how they can show their support of the new library. A gift campaign to purchase a few “extras” began shortly after our groundbreaking on June 1. There are some special enhancements we would like to incorporate into the new building such as interior artwork, special furniture, landscaping the outdoor public access area and signage. Your contributions will help to ensure that the new library will preserve the past and build on the future, leaving a legacy for generations to come.


On July 29, 2011, we received our first donation from Lenora Festa. Festa is a library user and longtime member of the Crown Point Library book discussion group. “A community is only as good as its library,” said Festa. She talked more with Barb Houk, special services librarian and said “ I hope that everyone in Crown Point will donate something . . . people don’t realize that libraries are much more than just books.” We would like to acknowledge gifts given before the launch of our gift campaign from: Friends of the Crown Point Library, Kappa Kappa Kappa, Gamma Theta Chapter and the Susan E. Vieweg Memorial.
(From left: Barb Houk, Lenora Festa, Lynn Frank - Library Director)

We are inviting everyone to join our gift campaign to make the new library a special place. Even the youngest children can have their names added to the gift registry by donating a very small amount. With your help, we will be able to go above and beyond to enhance the interiors and enrich the exterior environment. The gift campaign brochure, with complete details and a donor form is available at both libraries. For more information about the new library or the gift campaign please contact LYNN FRANK at 663-0270.

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of something special...the new Crown Point Community Library!

Adult Summer Reading Reviews

"Novel Destinations" is coming to an end. Readers were asked to submit book reviews, here are four titles that received the "5 Star" rating.

Fudge Cupcake Murder by Joanne Fluke [reviewed by Emily Gibson]
"I really enjoy Joanne Fluke. The recipes are so delicious. I can not wait to try these cupcakes. I look forward to following Hannah on another murder mystery, and learning more about her and her family.

Once Upon A Time, There Was You by Elizabeth Berg [reviewed by Shari Zavala]
"Great story about relationships, I really felt like I knew the characters and left with that feeling of whay are they doing now. Great read-hard to put down! Good message about life.

High Five by Janet Evanovich [reviewed by Liz Vesich]
"This book will have you laughing out loud. A great thriller with non-stop action. The crazy cast of characters keep you entertained and guessing right to the end."

The Paris Wife by Paula McLain [reviewed by Virginia Wagner]
"Loved this book! The Paris Wife transports you to another place and time - Paris in the 1920's. It captures a remarkable period of time and a love affair between two unforgettable people: Ernest Hemingway and his wife Hadley."

New Library Building Update

In June:

• Fencing went up and they have trenched aournd the perimeter of the site to catch any construction run-off.



• The city water department is putting in the new drainage system what will be located under the parking lot.



• Demolition should begin around June 27.
  
  

In July:

• Ground is being prepared for the foundation that will be poured mid July



• Complete demolition of the Homann Karate Do building

QUOTE OF THE DAY

"A mind needs books like a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge."--Tyrian Lannister in A Game of Thrones, by George R.R. Martin.

Summer Reading is here!

We captured our first Summer Reading participant! Candi Niksch signed up her son Parker (age 3) for "One World, Many Stories" the theme for our 2011 Summer Reading Club. The program runs through July 29. For more information and to sign up for activities, visit the website at http://www.crownpointlibrary.org/

New Library Progress

June 1--The fencing is up, and they have trenched around the perimeter of the site to catch the runoff. The city water department will be putting in a new drainage system for the parking lot and the new building lot. The karate building should be empty in 10 day, so demolition can begin around the 27th. Meanwhile, if you have driven by the site you will have noticed that the land has been cleared and preparations are underway.

The floor plans for the 1st and second floors of the new library are displayed at Crown Point Library. Also on display is the plaque from the groundbreaking.

Keep watching for more exciting progress!!!

Summer Reading for All

Have you signed up for summer reading programs at the Crown Point or Winfield Library?

Check out the information for kids, teens and adults at our website:

http://crownpointlibrary.org/