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The

Library Letter
News from the St. Marys Community Public Library Winter 2008

From Our Director 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Seasonal refreshments and


activities will be provided, Santa will be
Staff Changes at the Library available for photos, and it should be the ideal
he Library rings in 2008 with a few time to welcome our new staff and board. I
changes in the staff. Linda Priddy hope to see you there!
Meeks retired after serving many years Susan Heckler Pittman
in Youth Services where she entertained
children, parents, and teachers with her 4 Library Director

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wonderful story times, outreach visits and other ST. MARYS COMMUNITY
special programs. Linda also worked the PUBLIC LIBRARY
circulation desk, and many people will miss
seeing her there, too. Best Wishes to Linda! 3 Board of Trustees
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We hired Marilyn Dickman and DeWayne Marsee, President
Kimberlee Pierce, Vice-President

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Diana Nelson, both of whom previously worked
for the library, on a part time basis. Marilyn Doris Lawler, Secretary
currently works for the St. Marys City Schools Donald Glaser Ruth Ramsey
in the library at East. Diana has taught, works k Linda Schloemer Bill Angel

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in her husband’s business, and is a Notary. Susan Heckler Pittman, Library Director
They’ve made the transition an easy one for Robert P. Maurer, Clerk Treasurer
our patrons as well as the staff.
9 The staff was saddened earlier this g HOW TO REACH US
year when long-time board member Robert v ADDRESS: 140 S. Chestnut St.

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St. Marys, OH 45885
Hirschfeld passed away. Bob was influential PHONE: (419) 394-7471
during the building and renovation project that FAX: (419) 394-7291
was completed in 2002, and his wit and charm E-MAIL: pittmasu@oplin.org
are deeply missed. WEBSITE: www.stmarys.lib.oh.us
W Ruth Card Ramsey joined the
Board to serve Bob’s unexpired term ending
December 31, 2010. Ruth lives just outside of Special Days @ the Library
St. Marys, and she is a Chaplin at St. Rita’s
Medical Center in Lima.
T JANUARY—COFFEE GOURMET
INTERNATIONAL MONTH & HOT TEA
U In addition, Darwin Zeigler recently MONTH. The Friends of the Library will be
serving coffee & tea at the Library on
resigned from the Board, and Dr. William Angel
will serve out his unexpired term ending Tuesday mornings in January. Delish!
December 31, 2013. Bill is an associate
professor in political science at the Ohio State
L FEB. 14—PATRON APPRECIATION
DAY. Be our Valentine! Receive a sweet
University, Lima. He resides in St. Marys, and treat with checkouts all day.
several of our library patrons know him as a
guest scholar for the “Let’s Talk About It” Book P MAR. 1-8—RETURN THE
Discussion Program. BORROWED BOOKS WEEK. Never fear,
I On a final note, I’d like to invite
fine free week is here! Dust off the books
and items you forgot to return, and bring ‘em
everyone in the community to our Holiday in. No fines will be charged all week!
Open House on Monday, December 10, from
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All Are Invited to Open House
Adult Calendar The public is invited to the Annual Library
Open House on Monday, December 10
from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. Meet Santa and have your
New Computer photo taken with him. Make a Gingerbread
Classes Scheduled House. Enjoy seasonal treats and festivities as
New classes have been the guests of your Library. Everyone is invited!

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created by instructor Jay Miley.
The one-hour sessions are for Tues. AM Book Group Slated
adults. Registration is requested. Adults are welcome to attend our Tuesday
Classes will be held in the library meeting room. Morning Book Group on the following dates
• Thu, Dec 13—Buying a Computer. 6:00 PM.
at 10:30 A.M.:
• December 4 The Mephisto Club by Tess
Explore the buzzwords, jargon and acronyms
used by the industry so you know what to look for Gerritsen;
• January No discussion;
when buying a computer for personal use.
• February 5 Can’t Wait to Get to Heaven by
• Thu, Jan 10—Using the Library Catalog.
6:30 PM. Learn to perform basic searches and Fannie Flagg;
• March 4 Amateur Marriage by Anne Tyler.
how to access your account to renew items, place
holds, and view holds. Books are available to be checked out at the
• Mon, Jan 14—Using the Library Catalog.
Library one month prior to the sessions.
10:00 AM. Learn to perform basic searches and Registration is requested.

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how to access your account to renew items, place Learn @ Your Library:
holds, and view holds.
• Tue, Jan 22—BookLetters & the Library Basic Tatting Classes
Website. 10:00 AM. Learn what BooksLetters is Sarah Kelley will again teach Basic Tatting
and how to subscribe via e-mail, RSS, or at the Library on Monday nights in March
bookmark. Also, review other aspects of the from7:00 to 8:30 PM. The fee is $12 for supplies,
library website, including the calendar and payable the first night of classes. Please register
reader's resource. in advance, as class size is limited. Basic Tatting
• Thu, Jan 24—BookLetters and the Library is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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Website. 6:30 PM. Learn what BooksLetters is
and how to subscribe via e-mail, RSS, or “Let’s Talk About It” Planned
bookmark. Also, review other aspects of the “Let’s Talk About It” Book Discussion
library website, including the calendar and Group for adults will meet at 7:00 PM on
reader's resource. March 11, April 8, and May 13. Titles and
• Thu, Feb 7—Review of Library Databases.
scholars will be announced later. Please call the
6:30 PM. Learn to use the Ohio Public Library Library to receive a postcard in the mail.
Information Network (OPLIN) site to research like Registration is requested.

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a professional! Library Hosts Biz Breakfast
• Tue, Feb 12— Review of Library Databases.
The Library is hosting its 9th Annual
10:00 AM. Learn to use the Ohio Public Library
Business Person’s Breakfast on Thursday,
Information Network (OPLIN) site to research like
February 7 from 7:30 to 9 AM. Enjoy a catered
a professional!
breakfast while learning what the Library can
• Thu, Feb 14— Web 2.0 - What Is It & What
contribute to the success of your business. The
Can It Do For You? 6:30 PM. Explore the latest
theme & speaker will be announced later.
in interactive web sites, including wikis, weblogs,
Registration is requested.
podcasts, etc.

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• Wed, Feb 20—Web 2.0 - What Is It & What Movies @ the Library TBA
Can It Do For You? 10:00 AM. Explore the latest Adults are invited to attend a series of
in interactive web sites, including wikis, weblogs, movies. Show dates are January 8,
podcasts, etc. February 12, and March 25. Times and titles will
be announced later.
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Holiday Programs for Teen Programs:

Programs for students in grades 7-12.
Teen Animanga Club. 3:30 PM. Explore
Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to visit the
the worlds of anime and manga in books,
Library at 10:30 AM on Thursday, December 6
movies and more. Meetings are scheduled on
and December 13 for a fun-filled session
the following dates: December 18; January
featuring a seasonal story and craft. Please
22; and February 12.
register for these special programs.

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• Teen Movie Matinees. 3:15 PM. Show
Story Times: dates are: January 8 and February 5.
Family Story Time—Fun for
• Teen After-Hours Program. January 25.
the whole family: 6:30 P.M.
7:00 to 10:00 PM. Who knows what fun takes
February 11.
place in the Library after hours?
Preschool Story Time—For
• Teen Annual Chess Tournament.
children ages 3-5 years old: 10:30 A.M.
February 27 & 28. 3:30 PM. Brainiacs
January 9, 16, 23, & 30; and February 6 & 13.
welcome. Invite your friends!

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Toddler Story Time—for 2-year-olds:
10:30 A.M. January 10, 17, 24, & 31; Caldecott Mock-Election:
February 7 & 14. Evaluate the best picture books of 2007 at
Baby Story Time—for parents and their our Caldecott Mock-Election workshop on
babies newborn-13 months: 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 4 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM or
January 10, 17, 24, & 31; and February 7 & 14. Saturday, January 5 from 9:00 AM to noon.

pFamily Programs:
Presenter: Floyd Dickman, member of the
Caldecott committee in 1986, 1994 & 2002. A
Family Programs are at 6:30 P.M. The nominal charge will include materials packet and
whole family is invited to attend. refreshments. A selection of books will be
• Dec. 10 – Annual Gingerbread available for purchase at the workshop at a
Decorating. 6:30 PM. Visit the Library during discount to participants.
our annual Open House and craft a charming Continuing Education Units will be
gingerbread house. All the supplies are available upon completion of the program from
provided – add your own creativity! the St. Marys City Schools. Preschool
• Dec. 12 –Holiday Movie Matinee. Certification CEU’s will be available at the end of
3:30 PM. How the Grinch Stole Christmas. the program from Mr. Dickman.

yTake a Book Trek:


All ages.
• Dec, 19 – Holiday Movie Matinee.
3:30 PM. Santa Claus 3. All ages. Youth in Kindergarten through 3rd
• Feb. 11—Family Story Time. 6:30 PM.

8‘Tween Activities:
Grade are invited to explore the world at
our Monday night programs featuring
books, games, food and crafts from that
For young people in grades 4-6 only. country. It’s a fun way to learn about our
• February 8—After-Hours Party. Fun in world! Programs begin at 6:30 PM.
the library after it closes, 7:00 to 10:00 PM. • January 7—Germany;
• February 14—‘Tween Matinees. • January 14—China;
3:30 PM. January 17 and February 14. • January 28—Kenya; and
• February 4—Japan.
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St. Marys, OH 45885 U.S. Postage PD.
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St. Marys, OH

POSTAL PATRON

“The library will provide creative and factual resources to meet the educational,
informational, cultural and recreational needs of the community.”
– SMCPL Mission statement

Donations Received

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August: In memory of Donna Jean Rohrbach by Nancy Dennings and Don Martindale; in memory of
Shirley Kemp by Jack and Helen Jo Rouhier; gifts of Roger A. Wagner; Auglaize County Historical
Society; Bill and Jamie Carpenter; Eldon Montague; and Free To Choose Media. In memory of James H.
Folk, Jr. by Alex, Sue & Jamie Pittman; in memory of Shirley Kemp by Alex, Sue & Jamie Pittman; in
memory of Robert L. Hirschfeld given by the Doris and Ned Lawler Family; In memory of James H. Folk,
Jr. given by the Doris and Ned Lawler Family; In honor of Evelyn Clear’s 95th Birthday by the Doris and Ned Lawler
Family; in memory of Robert Dicus by the Reservoir Amateur Radio Association; In memory of Shirley Kemp given by
C. Richard & Marilyn Long; and In memory of Francis Garringer by Beth Keuneke.
September: Gifts from: Joe Cupito; Alan Recko – Blackstone Audio, Inc.; Office of Public Information Supreme Court
of Ohio; The Supreme Court of Ohio; St. Marys Rotary Club; Ruth Perry aka Rozella F. Linden; Coldwell Banker/Plus
One Professionals; and Marsha Wierwille. In memory of Francis Garringer by Pamela Garringer; in memory of Roy
Balsiger by Club 15 Investment Club. In memory of Nicholas E. Bayer by John J. Hamre; Robert F. & Susan K. Hale;
Don and Julie Graves; Alan R. Schwartz & Debra Yogodzinski; Mr. & Mrs. David Wesley Swindle, Jr.; Anonymous
Donor; Robert M. Walker; Veronica Rittenhouse; James & Kristine Vanderhorst; and Alex, Sue & Jamie Pittman. In
memory of Naida Kuhr by Alex, Sue & Jamie Pittman.
October: In memory of Nicholas E. Bayer by Diana Carpenter; James Young and Catherine Harper; Daniel J. Bayer;
Kathy A Bayer and Charles A. Mazza; James M. Bayer; Bernard & Irene Bayer; Marilyn & Gregory Bayer; Mark &
Brenda Axe; Robert E. Katterhenry; Donald & Kathleen Meyer; Jack & Sarah Schrolucke; Bernice, Bob & Erin Colvin;
Lorie Bayer Cobb; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Steven and Kathy Goodwin; and Gerry and
Linda Benzinger. In memory of William Bowlby given by Neil and Joyce Cook; a gift of William Stoll.

Inside This Newsletter: Adult Programs, Page 2; Youth Calendar, Page 3; From Our
Director, Page 1; Special Days @ The Library, Page 1; Library Board Members, Page 1.

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