Geneva Public Library District blogs

Friends of the Library Children and Young Adult's Book Sale

GPLD — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:41:26 +0000

This annual sale will be held on Saturday, June 1 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room. Books and other materials will be available, so mark your calendar!

Reader vs. Reader Latest Video

GPLD — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:37:14 +0000

Staff members Emily Thompson and Jessica Parker review the novel Out of Water by Joey Weiser.

Library Closed For Memorial Day Holiday

GPLD — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:19:51 +0000

The Library will be closed on Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.

Cetron Update - May 15, 2013

GPLD — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:57:58 +0000

Our site evaluation of the Cetron property is ongoing. Our due diligence period has been extended to August 2, 2013. This will grant us sufficient time to conduct testing needed to give the board a full understanding of any environmental risks on the land. Our contract with the purchaser is constructed to allow us an “out” if we learn that there are environmental conditions on the property that would be cost prohibitive to address. Our new closing date is now August 9, 2013.

Drop-In Crafts – All ages

Kid — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:35:20 +0000

Wednesday, May 29
9 AM–8:30 PM (unless otherwise noted)

Monday, June 3
Thursday, June 13 (Father’s Day Craft)
Tuesday, June 25
Tuesday, July 2
Friday, July 12 (9 AM–4:30 PM)
Wednesday, July 24
Monday, August 5

Join us for drop-in crafts this summer! A different activity will be featured each date. Crafts will be available while supplies last.
Registration is not required.

Youth Summer Reading Program

Kid — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:16:04 +0000

May 29 - August 5

What is the Summer Reading Program?
Children (birth–grade 6) read or are read to–at home, in the car, at the park– wherever and whatever they enjoy!

When does it start?
It begins the day you pick up a reading log and ends Monday, August 5 at 9 PM.

How do I register my child?
Show your child’s Geneva Public Library District card and pick up a reading log at the Ask Me Desk in Youth Services beginning Wednesday, May 29.

Are there prizes?
Yes! After completing half of the reading log, children will bring it to the Ask Me Desk to collect coupons from local businesses–redeemable for food and fun. Children who complete the whole reading log will earn a paperback book and enter the prize drawing. Bonus logs may be completed for more chances to win. Prizes are available from Wednesday, June 12–Monday, August 5, while supplies last.

Why should I register my child in the Summer Reading Program?
National research finds that students who participate in public library summer reading programs scored higher on reading achievement tests at the beginning of the next school year than those who did not participate.
Also, students read more when they
can choose materials based on their
own interests!

Miss Carole’s Macaroni Soup! – Ages 6 & under

Kid — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:02:27 +0000

Wednesday, May 29
10–10:45 AM
Sing along, dance along, and do along! Carole Stephens returns to share a family concert that will invite everyone to rhyme, wiggle, giggle...and sing! Enjoy old favorites and some new songs from her latest CD, Season Sings!
Tickets are available beginning Wednesday, May 15.

Stamp Collections on Display in May

Kid — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:05:03 +0000

Ten year-old Mary decided to collect stamps three years ago because she thought it looked like an interesting hobby. Her favorite is the Swedish Princess stamp.
Evie, who is eight years old, has been collecting stamps for three years. She enjoys collecting them because they are pretty. Her favorite stamp features Abraham Lincoln.
Sarah is six years old has been collecting stamps for three years. She enjoys how pretty they are. Her favorites are the Christmas stamps.
Jack is three years old and in pre-school. He began collecting stamps after his sisters gave him some of theirs. The stamps with cars on them are his favorites.

And the Winner Is....

GPLD — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:24:12 +0000

Our eNewsletter contest concluded on April 30th and the winning subscriber of an iPad Mini is Barbara from Batavia. Funding for this tablet was provided by money donated to the library.

Reader vs. Reader Latest Video

GPLD — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 19:09:35 +0000

Staff members Christine Dalphy and Gail Conrath review the novel Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver