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September Book Sales At Main Library In Lorain And Domonkas Branch In Sheffield Lake

08/30/2010

Get great bargains on used books, magazines and DVDs and videos at two upcoming September Book Sales. The first will be held at the Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library, 351 Sixth Street, Lorain and the second will be held at the Lorain Public Library System’s Domonkas Branch Library, 4125 E. Lake Road, Sheffield Lake.

A special Preview Sale will be held at the Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library in Lorain, Thursday, September 16 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Preview Sale is open to members of The Friends of the Lorain Public Library, Inc. If you would like to attend the Preview Sale, you may join the Friends group that night by paying the annual membership fee. The annual Friends membership fee for individuals is $5.

The Main Library Book Sale will be open to the public, Friday, September 17 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, September 18 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (discount prices), and Monday, September 20 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (discount prices) and Tuesday, September 21 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (A Penny A Book Sale).

The Main Library Book Sale is sponsored by The Friends of the Lorain Public Library, Inc.

A special Preview Sale will be held at the Lorain Public Library System’s Domonkas Branch Library, Wednesday, September 22 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Preview Sale is open to members of The Friends of the Domonkas Library. If you would like to attend the Preview Sale, you may join the Friends group that night by paying the annual membership fee. The annual Friends membership fee for individuals is $5.

The Domonkas Library Book Sale will be open to the public, Thursday, September 23 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, September 24 from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, September 25 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ($1 Bag Day); and Monday, September 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (A Penny A Book Sale).

The sale is sponsored by The Friends of the Domonkas Library.

Public Libraries In Lorain County Sponsor Free County-Wide Retooling Your Job Search Program Series In September

08/16/2010

Every day, the public libraries in Lorain County meet the needs of their communities by providing a broad range of services for people of all ages and backgrounds. The public library plays an even more important role today as Lorain Countians face tough economic times.

One vital way that public libraries currently serve people in its communities is by providing access to information and services that offer career assistance and help with job searches.

During the week of September 13, the public libraries in Lorain County will join together in offering a Retooling Your Job Search program series. The series is composed of seven different free programs scheduled at seven different library locations.

The program series is a first-time collaborative effort among the public libraries in Lorain County to draw attention to the unique role they play in providing career assistance and job search help.

The public is invited to attend any or all of the free programs in the series. The programs include:

Retooling Yourself
Monday, September 13, 7:00 p.m.
Herrick Memorial Library, 101 Willard Memorial Square, Wellington
Maureen D. Hess, M.Ed., LSW, a Career Development Specialist in the Employment and Career Services department at Lorain County Community College, practices what she preaches. She has lost her job more than once, most recently in her 50s, and has reinvented herself; now she helps others do the same. Ms. Hess will also address the services LCCC offers to adults in transition.

What Not to Wear for an Interview or New Job
Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Lorain Public Library System’s Main Library, 351 Sixth Street, Lorain
The right clothes do make a difference! Learn how to dress properly and professionally for any type of job. Dress for Success Cleveland will present information to help you select the perfect interview outfit on a budget. See how you can use 13 pieces of clothing to combine into 43 outfits and enjoy a 45-minute trunk show.

Marketing Your Small Business
Wednesday, September 15, 5:00 p.m.
Ritter Public Library, 5680 Liberty Avenue, Vermilion
Get tips for creative and cost-effective marketing and public relations for your small business, non-profit or organization. Learn the basics, including press releases, working with the media, branding, name recognition, advertising on a budget, communicating a consistent message and more.

Pump Up Your Resume
Wednesday, September 15, 7:30 p.m.
Oberlin Public Library, 65 South Main Street, Oberlin
Cyndi McCabe, Job Placement Coordinator at LCCC, will present a program about ways to make your resume stand out from the pack. She’ll have examples, and take your questions.

Sharpen Your Interview Skills
Thursday, September 16, 7:00 p.m.
Amherst Public Library, 221 Spring Street, Amherst
Join Amherst Public Library Director, Robin Wood in this dynamic and informative program on improving your interview techniques. Robin will share with you the tips and tricks to make your interview more successful and help you land that job. She has more than 20 years experience in human resource management in the manufacturing, transportation and service industries. Ms. Wood is a certified PHR (Professional in Human Resources) and has interviewed hundreds of people throughout her career.

21st Century Job Seeking: Social Networking
Friday, September 17, 1:00 p.m.
Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd., Avon Lake
In many fields today, answering job ads and perfecting your paper resume just aren’t enough. Professional networking takes place online and all the time. Local social networking guru and business owner Gregg Eldred will introduce you to the worlds of Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and other important sites and services. Librarian Cindy Maxey will demonstrate the Surviving Hard Times website and briefly describe library services for job seekers.

Mock Interviews: Practice Your Interview Skills
Saturday, September 18, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Elyria West River Branch Library, 1194 West River Road North, Elyria
Tips, strategies, recommendations and mock interviews conducted by David James from the Employment Network. Attendees will receive hands-on experience to benefit themselves as they begin the interview process in the real world. Reservations are strongly recommended by calling 440-324-2270.

For more information, contact your local public library in Lorain County.

Lorain Public Library System''s Make Waves At Your Library Poetry Contest Winners Announced

08/09/2010

Six winners were named in the Lorain Public Library System Make Waves At Your Library poetry contest. The contest was one of the summer activities that celebrated the Summer Reading Program water theme.

The winner in the third through fifth grade category was Kaitlin Hall of Avon for her poem, When Milk Comes Out of My Nose. Honorable mention in the third through fifth grade category was Sara Liszeski of Elyria for the poem, Kermit The Crab.

In the sixth through eighth grade category, the winner was Sara Heist of Columbia Station for her poem, His Will. Honorable mention in that category went to Skylar Engle of Lorain for the poem, The Library.

The winner in the ninth through 12th grade category was Emily Ackerman of Sheffield Village for her poem, Metaphor For Life. Alex Fulton of North Ridgeville won honorable mention in the ninth through 12th grade category for his poem, The Escapade.

To view the winning poems, visit: 2010 Poetry winners.pdf

Library Board Votes To Restore Columbia Branch Library Hours Effective September 13, 2010

08/02/2010

At its July General Board Meeting, the Lorain Public Library System’s Board of Trustees approved the restoration of hours of operation at the Columbia Branch Library beginning, Monday, September 13.

The new hours will be Mondays, noon to 8 p.m.; Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesdays, noon to 8 p.m.; Thursdays, noon to 8 p.m.; Fridays, noon to 6 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The hours will be restored as a result of the passage of the Columbia Branch Library operating levy on May 4, 2010.

Lorain Public Library System Receives Recognition From U.S. Census Bureau For Its Partnership

07/23/2010

The Lorain Public Library System received a certificate of appreciation from the U.S. Census Bureau for raising awareness of, and inspiring participation in, the 2010 Census.

The library system partnered with the U.S. Census Bureau by providing meeting room space for the training of Census Bureau workers, and by having Census Bureau information available in our Libraries.

According to the U. S. Census Bureau, every year the federal government allocated more than $400 billion to states and communities based, in part, on Census data. Your participation can help us get our much needed fair share of these federal funds.

For other Census questions, please contact Richard Romero at 440-622-6891 or Evelyn Rosario at 440-320-7016.

Volunteer Mentors Needed For Homework Help Center At Main Library In Lorain

07/15/2010

Help to make a difference in a child's life by volunteering at the Lorain Public Library System’s Homework Help Center at the Main Library, 351 Sixth Street, Lorain.

Volunteer mentors encourage and help children with their homework and study skills. Volunteers need to be a high school senior or older.

The Main Library's Homework Help Center is a comfortable space at the Library where students can drop in after school on Mondays and Tuesdays, and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer mentors. The Center is equipped with school supplies and computers.

Find out how you can help. For more information on becoming a Homework Help Center volunteer mentor, call the Homework Help Center Coordinator at 440-244-1192, ext. 245 or 1-800-322-READ, ext. 245.

Library Book Cart Drill Team Wins Second Place In Lorain International Festival Parade

07/07/2010

The Lorain Public Library System’s book cart drill team won second place for outstanding presentation in the Senior Drill Team division of the Lorain International Parade on June 27.

The Library drill team celebrated the Summer Reading Program theme, Make Waves At Your Library. Also included in the Library’s parade unit were a decorated water-theme car and the Bookmobile. Volunteers handed out candy that was donated by The Friends of the Lorain Public Library, Inc.

Library staff who volunteered as participants in the book cart drill team included: Sherry Buck, Mallory Haslage, Jessica Lash, Scott Machol, Elba Potter, Jennifer Schnoering, Maureen Turner and Lisa Work.

Congratulations!

Columbia Branch Library''s Whiz Kidz Float Is A Winner In Columbia Homecoming Parade

07/07/2010

The Junior Friends of the Columbia Library – Whiz Kidz won the Best Float award in the Columbia Homecoming Festival Parade on June 27.

The float titled, I Get By With a Little Help From My Friends...at the Columbia Library, celebrated the parade theme of Rockin’ to the Oldies.

The Columbia Branch Library staff would like to thank everyone who helped with the award-winning float, especially Scott Bouscher, Jeff Moser, Ken Roth, and Red Wagon Farm for donating the wagon for the float.

Message From Library Foundation President And Library Director: Donation Requests For Library Foundation''s Annual Appeal Campaign

06/24/2010

In 2009, The Foundation of the Lorain Public Library System, Inc. made great strides in supporting the efforts of the Lorain Public Library System and its programs. Now the Library Foundation is asking for your support. With your donation to the Library Foundation’s 2010 appeal campaign, you can help the Foundation in its efforts to cushion the Lorain Public Library System against service cutbacks as governmental funding continues to decrease.

The Lorain Public Library System has seen a record number of users this past year, a trend that is expected to continue. While each of the library system’s five community branches and Main Library in Lorain are supported with local levy funding, the Foundation is able to provide the much needed funds that help strengthen the offerings of the Lorain Public Library System, through such activities as the Fall Family Read-Aloud and Summer Reading Program.

With your generous tax-deductible donation, the Foundation can continue to support your public library and maintain it as Lorain County’s most complete one-stop source for everything needed to be informed, enlightened and entertained.

To make your donation, complete the donation form and send it with your check or money order made payable to The Foundation of the Lorain Public Library System, Inc. You can also donate securely online by credit card by visiting http://www.lplsfoundation.org. Any amount you can give will be acknowledged and greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

Tom Dake II
President, The Foundation of the Lorain Public Library System, Inc.

Joanne Eldridge
Director, Lorain Public Library System

Lorain Public Library System Receives Grant From Community Foundation Of Lorain County To Help Fund Fall Family Read-Aloud

06/24/2010

The Lorain Public Library System received a $1,000 grant from The Community Foundation of Lorain County.

The library system will use the grant money toward the Fall Family Read-Aloud. This annual activity promotes reading and family literacy.

This Fall’s Family Read-Aloud will celebrate the art of animation as the Lorain Public Library System challenges families to read a total of 5,000 books in October and November. Sign up begins October 1. Each family that signs up for the Fall Family Read-Aloud will be invited to an Animation Celebration at their library location in December. Families will return to the Library as they read books to drop off entry tickets to win Grand Prize drawings for books and art and animation supplies.

For more information about the Fall Family Read-Aloud, contact your local Lorain Public Library System location.

The Community Foundation has granted more than $63,000 to the library system beginning with $24,012 in 2003 for Project LITE, a one-to-one tutoring program with trained volunteers who help adults improve their reading skills.

The Foundation is giving away $1,000 grants daily in June to commemorate its 30th anniversary.

Lorain Public Library System Receives Leadership Lorain County Honor

03/24/2010

Lorain Public Library System (LPLS) was one of 12 organizations honored as a Legendary Leader at Leadership Lorain County’s Difference Makers Gala in February at Lorain County Community College’s Spitzer Conference Center.

The photo accompanying this news story features LPLS Director Joanne Eldridge (left) and LPLS Board President Garalynn Tomas (right) with the Legendary Leader Award.

Over 400 people attended the Gala. The Foundation of the Lorain Public Library System, Inc. sponsored a table at this prestigious event.

Representing the library system at the Gala was: Director Joanne Eldridge; Chief Fiscal Officer James Wilson; Avon Branch Librarian Supervisor Charlotte Picha; and Public Relations Officer Terri Frederick; as well as Thomas Boyer and Dennis Boose, who serve on the Library Foundation’s Board of Directors.

The Legendary Leader distinction was awarded to those organizations that have been instrumental in the success of Leadership Lorain County because of their support.

“The leadership training and networking that Leadership Lorain County provides has been invaluable to our staff,” said Ms. Eldridge. “The contacts made through Leadership Lorain County have resulted in a number of important partnerships that have helped the library system become more visible and more connected in the county – all with the goal of improving the quality of life for its residents.”