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| Welcome to the Redwood Falls Public Library Notes from RobinAs many of you know of the passing of former Redwood Falls Public Library Director, Chris Beyerl, I would like to pay tribute to her in this small way. Chris was the Children’s Librarian here for four years and then went on to become Director for one year after Jude Jensen retired. She left the Redwood Falls Public Library when she was offered the Directorship at the Willmar Public Library which was much closer to her home.My relationship with Chris was only one year long during her tenure as Director here while I was Director at Meinders Library in Pipestone. During that time I served on several committees with Chris, attended many of the same meetings and spent time with her at the Minnesota Library Association annual meeting. What I will take away from my interaction with Chris is how much she adored her children and grand babies. Her entire face would become very animated when she spoke of them and she was very courteous to inquire about your family as well. What a neat lady who left a lasting impression on many folks that she met. What a delight to see her smile and laugh! Have fun! REDWOOD FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY Robin Osland, Director Redwood Falls Public Library rosland@plumcreeklibrary.net STORYLAND A Trip Through Childhood Favorites February 4 - May 27, 2012 Prepare for a reading adventure! The whole family will be able to travel into three popular children's stories: The Tale of Peter Rabbit, A Snowy Day and Where's Spot? in Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites. The Redwood Falls Public Library 509 S. Lincoln St. Redwood Falls, MN 56283 Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites, created by the Minnesota Children's Museum, is an exciting, hands-on learning opportunity geared toward children ages 2-8. Children will fall in love with the beloved childhood books while building valuable early literacy skills. Hosted by the Redwood Area ECI and ECFE. Groups call (507) 644-8939 to schedule a visit. Families may visit anytime during Library Hours. This exhibit is sponsored by Redwood Area Early Childhood Coalition and Redwood Area Early Childhood Family Education, in partnership with Minnesota Children's Museum and supported by the Clean Water Land & Legacy Amendment. Library Holiday Hours The Library will be CLOSED Saturdays beginning Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Upcoming Adult Programs Thurs., May 17th at 12:00 p.m. Please join us in welcoming Author Dean Urdahl. A writer of historical fiction, Urdahl has authored a trilogy of novels – Uprising, Retribution and Pursuit – about the U.S.-Dakota Conflict of 1862. Urdahl’s family helped settle Litchfield Township in 1856, two years before Minnesota became the 32nd state. The conflict started across the lake from Urdahl’s home; his great-great-grandfather buried the conflict’s first five victims. Thurs., May 17th at 7:00 p.m. Friends of the Library meeting. All are welcome! Tues., May 29th at 6:00 p.m. Jake Odland, Director of the Olivia Public Library will be presenting a workshop on e-Books and he will walk us through the process of selecting and ordering e-Books. Please bring your reading device. View The May/June/July, 2012 Bookmark - Our Library Newsletter Book Clubs
May 22nd – Work Song by Ivan Doig with Hotdish and Jello. When Morrie Morgan gets caught up in the mounting clash between the mining company, outside agitators, and the beleaguered miners, he finds a unique way to give a voice to those who truly need one. June 26th – Bloodline by Mark Billingham with Southern Food. The past is coming back to haunt the people of London: a murderer is targeting the children of victims of Raymond Garvey, an infamous serial killer from London’s past. July 24th – Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks with a Picnic. Set in the 17th century this story tells the tale of a Puritan daughter’s relationship with the son of a Wampanoag chieftain who would become the first Native American to graduate from Harvard. August 28th – Heaven is for Real by Todd Burpo with Salads. The true story of a four-year old who during emergency surgery slips from consciousness and enters heaven. September 25th – Even Silence Has An End by Ingrid Betancourt with Tacos. Abducted by the FARC, a brutal terrorist guerrilla organization in conflict with the government, Betancourt would spend the next six and a half years captive in the depths of the Colombian jungle. October 23rd – Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese with Soup. A sweeping, emotionally riveting novel – an enthralling family saga of Africa and America, doctors and patients, exile and home. November 27th – A Gravestone Made of Wheat by Will Weaver with Thanksgiving dinner. In these 12 stories, the author tells of a poignant burial on the family farm; a memorable deer hunt, and the tragic auction of a foreclosed farm. A collection of stories set against the beauty of Midwestern farm landscapes and small-town life. December18th – State of Wonder by Ann Patchett with Christmas Appetizers. A provocative and ambitious novel set deep in the Amazon jungle. It is a tale that leads the reader into the very heart of darkness, and then shows us what lies on the other side. Everyone is welcome! Come when you can. Other Book Club Ideas? - The Library would also encourage other book clubs to get started. Are you interested in an evening group? A men’s group? A mystery group? The Library would help by ordering copies of the title chosen and provide discussion questions. You would be responsible for selecting your own titles and leading the group discussions.Adopt a Book At the Library! If you would like to offer direct support to the library’s collection, the Adopt Program gives you the perfect opportunity. You can choose to adopt an adult or juvenile book for the library. It is a wonderful way to honor or remember someone special in your life. With your donation, the library will buy a book to be placed in the library, with a book label indicating both the donor and honoree. Are you done reading the latest bestseller? Donate it to the library to share with others. You may also choose to adopt any book in the current collection. This program is the perfect opportunity to keep the collection at your library growing. Please contact library staff for more information. New Portal for State Library Services
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