=> from the SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY NEWSLETTER ... March 30, 2009

SPRING BREAK — MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY — Tuesday, April 7th ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will be showing the movie "TOY STORY 2" for children of all ages on Tuesday, April 7th at 2:30 P.M. So, come to the library and have a fun afternoon enjoying a movie, snacks and time with friends. Pre-registration helpful, but not required. Call the library at 679-5959. Toy Story 2 is a 1999 Academy-Award-nominated CGI film, the sequel to Toy Story, featuring the adventures of a group of toys that come to life when humans are not around to see them.

AMERICAN GIRL TEA---"KIT" — Thursday, April 23rd — 3:15-4:30 P.M. ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will host an American Girl Tea for girls of all ages on Thursday, April 23rd, 2009. Although we will have many of the American Girl dolls on display, Kit will be the doll that is featured. Girls can bring their dolls along as well (it does NOT have to be an American Girl doll) and enjoy activities, refreshments, a craft and door prizes. Since the stories of Kit take place during the Great Depression, we thought it would be nice to follow that theme and sponsor the South County Services Food Bank. So, we are asking that each girl bring a canned good to contribute to the Schoolcraft branch of the food bank. This branch sponsors 12 families and any help we can give them will be most appreciated. Pre-registration is required so call the library today at 679-5959 to reserve a spot for your child. Moms and grandmas are welcome to come along. 1934 — Kit Kittredge ... Kit faces the hard times of the early years of the Great Depression in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her family struggles to adjust to the realities of the economy after Kit's father loses his job. Kit's full name is Margaret Mildred Kittredge.

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... March 30, 2009
* Execution Dock by Anne Perry
* Long Lost by Harlan Coben
* The Lost Quilter by Jennifer Chiaverini
* Still Life by Joy Fielding
* Malice by Lisa Jackson
* Childhood Unbound; saving our kids' best selves—confident parenting in a world of change by Ron Taffel
* Unplug your Kids: a parent's guide to raising happy, active land well-adjusted children in the Digital Age by David Dutwin
* National Geographic Illustrated Green Guide: the complete reference for consuming wisely by editors of the Greed Guide magazine

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... March 23, 2009
* True Detectives by Jonathan Kellerman
* How to Mess up your Child's Life: proven strategies and practical tips by Olivia and Kurt Bruner
* Star Wars: The Phantom Menace by Terry Brooks
* Detroit: City of Champions by Charles Avison

PRESCHOOL STORYHOUR — MARCH 25th thru April 29th, 2009 — "Food Frenzy!" ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will be hosting its spring story hour for children ages 3-5 years old. The theme is "FOOD" and there will be stories, fingerplays, songs, activities and of course a snack all revolving around food. This should prove to be a fun-filled time for all involved, so come join us for our "Food Frenzy"!! Pre-registration is required and space is limited, so call the library today at 679-5959 to reserve a spot for your child.

MARCH MOVIE MADNESS AT THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will be hosting a "March Movie Madness" each Saturday morning in March. The movies will begin at 10:30 A.M. and be finished by the time the library closes at 1 P.M. The schedule of movies is as follows: March 7—"Ratatouille", March 14—"Monsters, Inc.", March 21—"Kit Kittredge, An American Girl", and March 28—"Cars".   Pre-registration is appreciated, but not required as a light snack will be served. So, kids come join our March Movie Madness and moms take the morning off.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK/BAKE SALE Friday, April 17th and Saturday, April 18th ... The Schoolcraft Friends of the Library will be hosting their annual Book/Bake Sale on April 17th from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. and Saturday, April 18th from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. There will be hardcover and paperback books, audios and videos. There will also be baked goods for sale. All proceeds go toward sponsoring the Schoolcraft Community Library's summer reading program. A special bag sale will begin at noon on Saturday. (The bags used for this sale are provided by the library.) So, come on in and stock up on some good reading material as well as help support your community's summer reading program. Call 679-5959 for more details.

SUPPORT OUR SUMMER READING SPONSOR!!! $79 for 2009 General Admission Season Tickets ... Learn more! SUPPORT KALAMAZOO KINGS - A LOCAL LIBRARY SUPPORTER!! ... The Schoolcraft Community Library and the Kalamazoo Kings are teaming up to offer a season ticket special for anyone who mentions this information at the time of purchase or takes a flyer. Download flyer now! The special is more than a 70% savings and is good for all 48 home games. At the time of purchase you have the choice of tickets or a pass. And the good news for the Schoolcraft Community Library is that for every purchase made the library will receive $10. The cost of the 2009 season pass is only $79 and is available at the Kalamazoo Kings office, Scott's Cards and Jewelry or any Max 10 location. So, act now and purchase your season pass to some great hometown baseball and help your local library at the same time.

NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK - April 13th-18th ... In honor of National Library Week the Schoolcraft Community Library will feature the following special events or offerings: Monday, April 13th thru Saturday, April 18th FINE FREE WEEK ... this is your chance to return any of those books you currently have out that are overdue. Return them anytime this week and your will be exempt from paying a fine. This does not apply to fines that you have already incurred. DRAWINGS FOR BOOKS AND BOOKBAG ... Children and adults may enter their names in a drawing, which will take place the Monday following National Library Week. Tuesday, April 14th PATRON APPRECIATION DAY 1:30 TO 7:00 P.M. ... Come receive a pen and enjoy some delicious snacks at the library as our way of expressing our appreciation for our patronage. Wednesday, April 15th PRESCHOOL STORYHOUR 10 A.M. ---Storytime for children ages 3-5 years of age. Pre-registration required. 679-5959. BROWN BAG STORYHOUR 11:10 - 11:50 A.M. ... Lunchtime story hour for children in Young Fives and Kindergarten. Friday & Saturday, April 17th-18th FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK/BAKE SALE ... Friday at 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. and Saturday 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. Bag sale begins at noon on Saturday. (Bags will be provided by library for the bag sale.)

First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians and to promote library use and support. All types of libraries - school, public, academic and special - participate. — National Library Week Fact Sheet

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... March 17, 2009
* A Parent's Guide to Raising Grieving Children: rebuilding your family after the death of a loved one by Phyllis R. Silverman
* Texas! Lucky by Sandra Brown
* Defining a Nation: our American and the sources of its strength edited by David Halberstam
* The Lost Boys of Sudan by Mark Bixler
* Take 1 by Karen Kingsbury
* Unplug your Kids: a parent's guide to raising happy, active, and well-adjusted children in the digital age by David Dutwin
* Childhood Unbound: saving our kids' best selves-confident parenting in a world of change by Ron Taffel

=> NEW ADULT AUDIOS ... March 17, 2009
* Your Heart Belongs to Me by Dean Koontz
* True Colors by Kristin Hannah

IDENTITY THEFT SEMINAR - Wednesday, March 18, 2009 ... The Schoolcraft Community Library is hosting another Identity Theft Seminar. It was so well received the first time, we thought we would bring it back to give those of you who missed it a chance to benefit from the wonderful information. Western & Southern Life provides all the material and much valuable information regarding ways to protect yourself and your family from the fastest growing crime in America. There is no gimmick or sales pitch involved, just a sincere effort to educate the public in some pretty simple ways to safeguard your information. The seminar lasts about 45 minutes to an hour and so we can plan ahead for materials we ask that you call and register by calling the library at 679-5959. Light refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there.

NON-RESIDENT CARDS AT THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY ... Did you know that there are some folks who actually don't have a library? Yes, unfortunately it is true there are some who live in what library personnel call "no man's land". In our case, it is those folks who live in Texas Township so I thought I might take this opportunity to give them hope. So Texas Township families, although you do not actually pay library taxes in your property tax bill, which is why you do not technically have a library, you can still become the member of the Schoolcraft Community Library and enjoy library privileges for a mere $35 per year. If you think about this for a minute it is truly a bargain. If you were to purchase an adult hardcover book, they are typically $24 to $26, and paperbacks run $14.99, so it doesn't take long to spend that $35 and only come away with a few books. But if you join the library you can borrow many, many books in a year as well as magazines, audios, videos, DVD's etc. for only $35 a year. So, in this time of economic crunching, we offer a chance for you to spend your dollars wisely by joining the Schoolcraft Community Library where service is a priority to all those we serve.

TOT TIME AT THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will be hosting its next Tot Time for those children 18 to 36 months and their parents beginning Wednesday, February 18th, 2009 from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. Tot Time is for a child and his parent and the first 20 minutes have stories, fingerplays, songs and interactive activities for the child and the parent. The remaining time is spent in free play giving the child and the parent an opportunity to interact with other children and their parents. Tot Time will run each consecutive Wednesday from February 18th thru March 11th. Pre-registration is required and we have limited space so call today to reserve a spot for you and your child. 679-5959. BROWN BAG STORYHOURS for 2009 ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will continue hosting Brown Bag Storyhours for 2009 for those students in Young Fives and Kindergarten. So mark your calendars for the following dates and come join us for a rollicking good time of readin' and eatin' at the library. The dates are as follows: February 11th, March 11th, April 15th and May 13th. Remember to pack a brown bag lunch, a drink (NO purple or red drinks please) and a smile and good listening ears and come to the library for BROWN BAG LUNCH!!!!

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TAX MATERIALS AT THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY ...It is tax season again and both Federal and Michigan tax forms are now available at the Schoolcraft Community Library. This includes the MI-1040, Homestead Property Tax Credit, Home Heating Credit, and the Michigan reproducibles. The Federal reproducibles should be here by the first week in February. Remember staff members will be happy to assist you in locating a tax form, but it is very helpful for you to have the number of the form available that you need. Also, library staff members are not able or allowed to give tax advice as they are not accountants or tax experts. Also, a reminder that all tax forms that have to copied on our copy machine are 15 cents apiece. Many thanks for your cooperation.

Where's my refund?   ... Whether you opted for direct deposit or asked to be mailed a check, you can track your refund online through federal and State of Michigan government sites.

MICHIGAN E-LIBRARY ... Did you know that ALL Michigan residents have free access to a multi-million dollar website known as MeL? MeL is the Michigan eLibrary—a 24/7 online library whose databases allow you instant access to full-text articles from tens of thousands of magazines and newspapers. There are also databases for kids and adults on specialized topics such as car repair, practice tests (ACT, SAT etc.) and art images. MeLCat is a special interlibrary loan system that allows you to order books, audios, movies, music and other materials from libraries all over Michigan and have them delivered to your home library. MeL Michigana contains photographs, diaries oral histories, local records and historical Michigan data. MeL Gateways include specialized resources such as those on genealogy, health, business and areas for kids and teens. MORE-Michigan Online Resources of Educators allows teachers and parents to find lesson plans and curriculum aids searchable by subject and aligned with state standards. This amazing resource is funded by the Federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) via the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Library of Michigan. It saves our state's libraries, schools, colleges and universities over $72 million a year. Check it out by going to mel.org and spend some time finding out just how much valuable information is right there at your fingertips. For more information you can call the library at 679-5959.

LOCAL AUTHOR PUBLISHES HIS FIRST MYSTERY!! ... A local Schoolcraft resident, Mel Starr, has published his first medieval murder mystery, The Unquiet Bones. The book is on display and available for checkout at the Schoolcraft Community Library. RELATED RESOURCES ... Author's site - MelStarr.net : Read Chapter One NEW LITERACY CORNER AT THE LIBRARY ... The Schoolcraft Community Library has been developing a new Literacy Corner just for its littlest patrons!!! Of course, we will continue to add new things as we go, but bring those little ones in and play with them at the magnetic board with letters and numbers, sort dinosaurs by kind or color, make words with the Word Whammer or play with them at the big felt board using a variety of felt shapes creating patterns, counting, sorting etc. We also have board books, puzzles and other activities to keep your little one's mind active and learning. So come on in and ask us about our Literacy Corner.

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SAVE AT THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY!!! ... Are you looking for ways to reduce your budget and save the environment at the same time? Why not try checking out the variety of magazines offered at the library? The library offers over 30 periodicals, which include magazines, newsletters and a couple local newspapers. Magazines can be checked out for 2 weeks and you can save money, catch up on the latest news and gossip around the world, find a new recipe or learn something about the changing world of health, computers or finance. Why not give it a try? INTERNET POLICY AT THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY ... In effect as of March 26th, 2008, the Internet Use policy now states that a current library card or a piece of Government issued identification (ie., Driver's license, voter's registration card, a student ID., etc.) must be presented to use the internet. Also, if you are under 18 years of age, a parent's signature will be required to access the Internet. Wireless Internet access is also available at the library and though ID is not required to access this service, the library does require a patron signature after reading the Wireless Internet Policy and to abide by those same guidelines as those using library computers. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the library at 679-5959. RECYCLE THOSE INK CARTRIDGES AT THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY ... The library has joined forces with Cartridge World, a locally owned business, to provide a place for our patrons to recycle those ink cartridges or laser cartridges. There is a box available at the Schoolcraft Community Library, just as you enter the building, and all you have to do is drop your cartridge in the box and we take care of the rest. So, do your part in cleaning up the environment and drop your cartridges with us.

WI-FI at the Schoolcraft Community Library!!!! --- Wireless internet service has come to the Schoolcraft Community Library. So whether you are traveling through town, needing to quick check your email or an important website for a research paper for school, you can bring your laptop to the library and hook up.

HARDING'S eScrip COMMUNITY CARD FOR THE SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY -- The Schoolcraft Community Library is partnering with Harding's Market in the Harding's eScrip Community Card to help raise funds for the Schoolcraft Community Library and you can help! It is easy and is a great way to help the library. Here's how you can help. Just go to a Harding's Market and ask for the Harding's eScrip Community Card. Then you can activate your card by one of two easy methods. You can call 1-800-931-6258 and register your name with our library or if you prefer you can register online at www.escrip.com/hardings.jsp and follow the instructions there. Then each time you make a purchase at any Harding's Market you give them your Harding's eScrip Community Card to scan and presto you have helped the library with up to 4% of your purchases. No having to remember to keep receipts and then bring them to the library anymore! Just a quick phone call and a swipe of a card and you have given your help to the Schoolcraft Community Library. So, join today and start those savings coming in to the library. Many thanks to all who have helped in the past with their Harding's receipts and many thanks in advance to all who will help us in the future. Call the library at 679-5959 if you have any questions.

Friends of the Library
The "Friends of the Library" believe in the importance of the library and encourage the use of the facility. The purpose of "Friends" is to enhance library services by providing invaluable voluntary assistance and supplemental income through charitable donations and fundraisers.

The "Friends" meet on a regular basis at the library. If you believe in the importance of the library, consider joining us.

QSAC: Quality Service Audit Checklist -SCHOOLCRAFT LIBRARY ATTAINS "ESSENTIAL LEVEL" OF QUALITY SERVICES FROM LIBRARY OF MICHIGAN - The Schoolcraft Community Library is proud to announce that it is one of 10 Class II libraries in Michigan who have qualified for the Essential Level requirements from the Quality Services audit checklist known as QSAC. There are seven categories of achievement which include human resources, governance/administration, services, collections development, technology, facilities and equipment and public relations/marketing. By focusing on these key areas the Schoolcraft Library has demonstrated a strong commitment to customer service. There are 78 class libraries in the State of Michigan and so the Schoolcraft Community Library is proud to have been one of the first 10 to have achieved this goal.

NOTE: LASER JET CARTRIDGE RECYCLING PROGRAM ... The Schoolcraft Community Library regrets to inform its patrons that the Laser Jet Recycling Program has once again been discontinued. You can still recycle your ink jet cartridges and any old cell phones as well in the bags provided at the library, but laser jet cartridges will no longer be accepted. You may be able to dispose of them through Office Max or there is a recycling center near the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds. Many thanks for your support of this program while it lasted.

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BROWN BAG STORYHOUR ... March 11th from 11:10 A.M. to 11:50 A.M. ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will host its March Brown Bag Storyhour for students in Young Fives and Kindergarten on Wednesday, March 11 from 11:10 A.M. to 11:50 A.M. Bring a brown bag lunch, a drink (NO purple or red drinks please) and good listening ears and be ready for the theme GREEN!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. SEUSS! ... March 2nd @ 3:15-4:30 P.M. ... The Schoolcraft Community Library will host an after-school program celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday. This program is for students in grades Young Fives through 3rd grade and will include games, activities, door prizes and birthday cake and ice cream. Pre-registration is required so call 679-5959 today and reserve a spot.

Theodor Seuss Geisel March 2, 1904 - September 24, 1991

BATTLE OF THE BOOKS 2008-2009 --- The Schoolcraft Community Library has concluded its 15th year of Battle of the Books and gives a big congratulations to IRS: International Reading Specialists from Tobey Elementary School in Vicksburg. Hats off to the FGAFAGABOBS as well from Schoolcraft Upper Elementary, who took 2nd place. The FGAFAGABOBS were an all 4th grade team and sported the only perfect score on Saturday morning during Preliminary Battles. Those students were Blake Bales, Bekah Bensley, Madison Hybels, Macayla Rhoda, Erin Seager and Matthew Schuppel. The IRS was a strong team as well and after three years in the Grand Battle finally took home the trophy! Those students were P.J. Callahan, Brittany Cook, Holly Earl, Cal Folsom, Zoe Folsom, and Amanda Wilson. Both teams earned gift certificates from Kazoo Books. And finally a big thumbs up to all those students and coaches who participated in this year's Battle of the Books. You all did a fantastic job!!! battle teams & results

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... March 9, 2009
* Corsair by Clive Cussler
* Life Sentences by Laura Lippman
* Illustrated Green Guide: the complete reference for consuming wisely by editiors of the Green Guide magazine by National Geographic
* Cancer: 50 essential things to do by Greg Anderson
* A Wall of White: the true story of heroism and survival in the face of a deadly avalanche by Jennifer Woodlief
* The Renegades by T. Jefferson Parker
* The Grand Finale by Janet Evanovich
* The Cure for Modern Life by Lisa Tucker
* Fight for your Money: how to stop getting ripped off and save a fortune by David Bach
* The Last Days of the Romanov's: tragedy at Ekaterinberg by Helen Rappaport
* Handle with Care by Jodi Picoult
* The Romanov Bride by Robert Alexander
* Labyrinth by Kate Mosse
* Sepulchure by Kate Mosse
* Shannon by Frank Delaney
* The Cream Puff Murder by Joanne Fluke
* Through the Grinder by Cleo Coyle

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... March 2, 2009
* On What Grounds by Cleo Coyle
* One Day at a Time by Danielle Steel
* Paths of Glory by Jeffrey Archer
* Decaffeinated Corpse by Cleo Coyle

=> NEW ADULT AUDIOS ... March 2, 2009
* The Associate by John Grisham
* The Shape Shifter by Tony Hillerman
* Arctic Drift by Clive Cussler
* Compulsion by Jonathan Kellerman

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... February 16, 2009
* Kiss by Ted Dekker
* Heart and Soul by Maeve Binchy
* While My Sister Sleeps by Barbara Delinsky
* Amish Grace: how forgiveness transcended tragedy by Donald Kraybill
* The Renegades by T.Jefferson Parker
* What I Did For Love by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
* The Second Opinion by Michael Palmer
* Promises in Death by J.D. Robb
* What in the World is Going On? by Dr. David Jeremiah
* Night and Day by Robert Parker
* How to Survive Your Husband's Midlife Crisis by Pat Gaudette
* The Convenient Groom by Denise Hunter
* Men in Midlife Crisis by Jim Conway
  NEW COFFEEHOUSE MYSTERY SERIES AT SCHOOLCRAFT LIBRARY:
* Latte Trouble by Cleo Coyle
* Murder Most Frothy by Cleo Coyle
* French Pressed by Cleo Coyle.

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... February 09, 2009
* Black Ops by W.E.B.
* Griffin, Lethal Legacy by Linda Fairstein
* Double Minds by Terri Blackstock
* Sweetwater Gap by Denise Hunter
* This Side of Heaven by Karen Kingsbury
* Midnight Sons by Debbie Macomber
* The Nine: inside the secret world of the Supreme Court by Jeffrey Toobin
* Change Your Brain, Change Your Life: the breakthrough program for conquering anxiety, depression, obsessiveness, anger and impulsiveness by Daniel G. Amen
* Baby Signs: how to talk to your baby before your baby can talk by Linda Acredolo

=> NEW ADULT BOOKS ... February 02, 2009
* Fireside by Susan Wiggs
* Wicked Game by Lisa Jackson
* Time is a River by Mary Alice Monroe
LARGE PRINT ...
* The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts
* A Remarkable Mother by Jimmy Carter
* The Winding Ways Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini
* T is for Tresspass by Sue Grafton
* Slightly Bad Girls of the Bible by Liz Curtis Higgs