@ the Westfield Washington Public Library

A publication of Friends of the Westfield Library

Volume 9, Issue 3

Westfield Washington Public Library Board of Trustees: Mike Thomas, President Carolyn Wheeler, Vice President Paul Catlin, Treasurer Mic Mead, Secretary Nancy Knochel Dan Pitcock David Weiss The Library Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Be at the Westfield Washington Public Library on Saturday, March 10, at 11 a.m. for Dollar-A-Day Boys: A Musical Tribute to the Civilian Conservation Corps, presented by Bill Jamerson. Since 1992, Jamerson has interviewed hundreds of former CCC enrollees and used their stories in his PBS documentary Camp Forgotten, his historical novel Big Shoulders and his CD of songs DollarA-Day Boys. Bill will share many of these stories about the men and the projects they completed across the country, and hell take you on a rollicking journey back to the days when Benny Goodman was the King of Swing and a soda cost a nickel. Hell perform half a dozen original songs, read from his novel and show a short clip from his video. The stories are heartwarming and often hilarious. This free presentation is a must for anyone who enjoys 1930's history or wants to learn about it.

Tax Time is Here!

AARP is again offering free tax assistance at the library. Representatives will be in the Sumner Room every Friday through April 6. You will need to register in advance. Appointments are available between 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please contact Information/Reference Services at 317-8969391 Ext. 117 to reserve a spot. Please note: The IRS will not be mailing paper tax forms this year, and only a limited amount of forms are available at the library. We will also be glad to print forms from the Internet for you at a cost of 10 per page for black and white and 25 per page for color. We will not print copies of the instruction booklets due to their size. Remember: You may be able to file online for both Federal and State.

Library Hours Monday-Thursday 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Closed Sunday

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From the Board of Trustees

The board meeting minutes and expand that usage to all library packets are posted on the librarys patrons in the future. The grant website at www.wwpl.lib.in.us. will be submitted Friday, February 10. February 8, 2011 Board Meeting We have relaxed the security on the wireless network. Patrons now Circulation for January 2012 was only have to put the security key in 34,943, and of those circulations on the first time they set up their 1,777 were from Hamilton County device. On all subsequent visits to Reciprocal borrowers. 118 items the library, their device should were circulated by patrons from automatically be connected to the other Evergreen Libraries, and a wireless network. total of 524 items from WWPL were sent to other Evergreen Libraries. We issued 167 new library cards, with 24 of those issued to Hamilton County Reciprocal Borrowers. 560 items were checked out using the Self Check station. The 2012 LSTA technology grant was discussed. We are applying for the grant to purchase iPads for our patrons. We are going to start out using them for our homeschool patrons and hopefully The building and grounds committee met to discuss the library board work session that was held on January 21, 2012. The committee, considering the mission of the library, recommended to proceed with the concept presented by Quantum Architecture consisting of renovation, space reallocation and addition including a community room, quiet study areas, dedicated teen area, etc. The next step should be a formal project plan with a work breakdown structure, including the beginning of an aggressive capital campaign. The library board will be bonding for the project, and the bond will not exceed $2M. The motion to approve the recommendation of the Building and Grounds committee to proceed with the renovation, space reallocation, and additions as presented by Quantum Architecture was approved by a vote of 3-2.

Did You Know?

Using our WiFi no longer requires obtaining a password slip from the Information/ Reference Services Desk. The first time you use your device in the library, simply enter the network key/ password a1b2c3d4e5 to connect. Once you have done this, your device will automatically connect each time you visit the library. These downloadable classics are made available by Colorado Library Consortium, Douglas County Libraries, Marmot Library Network, Inc. and the University of Denver through a project called E-Discover the Classics. The list of titles includes e-book and audio book classic literature in languages such as English, Spanish, French, German and Chinese. compatible with Kindle reading apps, as well as most other reading devices. Go to our website to see the great selection of e-books we have to offer. Remember: downloadable e-books and audiobooks will only remain in your cart for 30 minutes before they are automatically removed. This includes items you have on hold.

525 Project Gutenberg e-books Now you can use your Amazon and audio books were added to the Evergreen Indiana catalog and Kindle with our Overdrive are now available to our patrons. e-books! Overdrive is also

Questions? Ask a Librarian librarian@wwpl.lib.in.us

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March 2012

Adult Activities
Want to get started on Facebook? Already have a Facebook account but not sure what to do next? Come to the library for Facebook Euchre Group Fundamentals, a class for Are you a beginners that teaches you to set euchre up your page, manage privacy enthusiast settings, and connect with friends looking for three and family! Learn to update your other players? status and add a photo, all while Join in the fun you interact with others online. An when the Euchre Group meets at email address is required to 5:30 p.m. the second and fourth register for Facebook, but the April 4: Murder on Astor Place Wednesday of each month. Come class is free and is offered on by Victoria Thompson enjoy a relaxing evening of fun Tuesday, March 27, at 3 p.m. May 2: In a Dark House with some great people at this free by Deborah Crombie program on March 14 and 28. Join us for a free class called Email Come join other book lovers at a Computer Basics, designed Classes once-a-month for beginners who discussion group that With the explosion want to learn how meets at the library. of e-readers such easy it can be to The General Group as the Nook, keep up with Kindle, iPad and all reads a wide variety friends and family through the the various apps to of genres and meets Internet. Learn to set up a free use with them, you may want to on the third email account, as well as how to try the free books the library has Wednesday of each send and receive messages. The to download to your reading class is offered on Thursday, month at 1 p.m. You are invited even if you havent read the book! device. Intro to E-Books is a new March 29, at 3 p.m. The Physick Book of Deliverance class offered at the library on Thursday, March 15, at 3 p.m., on Watercolor Painting Class Dane by Katherine Howe is the how to search for, download and Talented artist Jan Roland topic for this month, and the teaches a class in Watercolor read e-books for free from the discussion will be in the Sumner Painting and Techniques at the Room on Wednesday, March 21. library website! Be sure to bring library on along your reader! Future discussions are: Thursday, There is a free computer class at March 15, at April 18: Room 10:15 a.m. No the library all about Microsoft by Emma Donoghue Word, software that allows users previous art May 16:The Other Family experience is to create professional-quality by Joanna Trollope necessary, and documents, such as the class fee of $12 includes all Genealogy Club letters and materials. Come enjoy rsums. The Join the Westfield expressing your creativity! Genealogy Club class is and share ideas, presented on Please contact Information/ new websites and Monday, March Reference Services to register sources about 19, beginning at for any of these programs. family history, as 6:30 p.m. Book Discussion Groups The Mystery Book Discussion Group is talking about Death by Darjeeling by Laura Childs, when they meet on Wednesday, March 7, at 1 p.m. Come join other mystery lovers at a once-a-month discussion group that meets at the library. You are invited even if you havent read the book! Future discussions are: well as meet some terrific people. The club meets on Saturday, March 3 at 10:15 a.m. in the Sumner Room. Beginning and experienced genealogists are welcome to become members.

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March 2012
tune? So You Think You Can Sing is your chance to find out in front of your friends and other teens on Wednesday, March 7, at 3 p.m. Show up and give it a shot! Photo Scavenger Hunt Be part of the Photo Scavenger Hunt for teens on Thursday, March 8, at 3 p.m. We give you the list and you do the hunt. Take pictures and win prizes by yourself or as a team. Use your own camera or phone or borrow one of ours (limited quantity available). Hang Time Whatevah Time for Teens is on Tuesday, March 13, at 2:30 p.m., in the Craft Room. Spend the afternoon just hanging out, playing the Wii, eating snacks, talking or doing whatevah. TAG Be part of the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) when it meets at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27.

For Teens Only

Anime Manga Club Anime and manga enthusiasts are invited to join us every Monday for the Anime Manga Club. Hang out, watch anime and have snacks starting at 2:30 p.m. You must be 13 or older, or have a parent-signed permission slip to attend. March 5, 12, 19 and 26 Teen Movie Time On Tuesday, March 6, at 3 p.m., the library is showing The Outsiders ( Warner Bros. - PG), starring C. Thomas Howell, Ralph Macchio, Matt Dillon, Patrick Swayze, Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez, Tom Cruise and Diane Lane early in their careers. Based on the book by S. E. Hinton, the story pits the poor greasers against the rich preppies, and as tensions begin to mount between the two rival gangs, it sets off a turbulent chain of events. You must be 13 or older to attend.

We need you to help choose and plan teen library activities. These programs are for you, so come and tell us what you want! E.M.O. Club E.M.O. is a club started by teens for teens that meets to play the Wii. You can play just for fun or in real competition against other teens. The library has Wii games to play, but feel free to bring your own. Teens supply the food, so bring some or make a donation. All meetings are 2:30 to 5 p.m., and this months meetings are: Thursday, March Thursday, March 15 Tuesday, March 20 Thursday, March 29

Teen Tech Week March 4-10

So You Think You Can Sing How well can you Karaoke a Guybrarian Wills Blogspot Your very own YA Librarian Will has a blog where he reviews Young Adult books. It's called, "You Know You Wanna Read It..." You can find it at: www.wwpl.lib.in.us/teens.htm

Facebook Page for Teens

http://www.facebook.com/pages/ Teens-at-Westfield-WashingtonPublic-Library/

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March 2012

Childrens Activities
Baby Love Birth to 18 Months Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 Give your child a head start to early literacy with this unique program of rhyme, play and song. Free Storytime Miss Vicki brings you stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes every week on Mondays and Tuesdays through March 20. There is also an art project, craft, or activity afterward. Times each Monday are 10:30 a.m. for Toddlers (18 months to 3 1/2 accompanied by a caregiver) and 1 p.m. for Preschoolers (3 1/2 Kindergarten). On Tuesdays, times are 10:15 a.m. for Preschoolers and 11:15 a.m. for Toddlers. The program is free, and registration is not required. Paws & Read All Ages Saturday, March 10, at 10:30 a.m. Sign up at the Children's Desk for 15 minutes to read to a dog who is a very good listener. Free Yu-Gi-Oh/Pokemon Club All Ages Second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Next Meeting: March 14 Bring your cards, play the games, trade cards, and have fun! Free American Girl Club All Ages Second Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. Next Meeting: March 8 Make fun items for your doll and after Jeremy fires and returns them to the library. Tiny Tots (Ages 1-3 10:15 a.m. Cost: $8 Preschool (Ages 3-6) 11 a.m. Cost: $9 Kids (Ages 3-6) 4 p.m. Cost: $16 Registration and prepayment are required. Please contact Childrens Service at 317-896-9391 for details. Internet-Safe Kids Being safe is a must for anyone who goes online, but with kids it is especially important. The library is presenting Internet-Safe Kids, a program that discusses the threats children may encounter while online, how to protect them and talk to them about being safe and responsible.

hear an American Girl short story. Free Homeschool Day Join in on a fun and social event for all those in the area who homeschool. Gather at the library the first Thursday of each month at 11 a.m. to play video games, make crafts and meet others in the community who homeschool. Be part of the free fun, and you dont need to register. Next Meeting: March 1 Lego Freebuild Bring your imagination to the library and get creative at a Lego Freebuild. There will be plenty of legos and lots of room to work. Be part of the fun on Thursday, March 22 at 2:30 p.m. Pottery Classes Kids of all ages will have fun making and decorating clay creations with instructor Jeremy South. The project on Friday, March 16, is Easter Baskets, and items will be available for pick up

Designed for children grades four and up, this program is free, but each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. It is offered on two different Wednesdays: March 14 and 28, both at 6:30 p.m.

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March 2012

New Arrivals
The Captive Heart by Dale W. Cramer Bandit troubles intensify as Caleb Bender's family tries to settle into their new life in 1920s Paradise Valley. This is not the quiet life Caleb envisioned when he led his family out of Ohio. What is a father to make of his daughter's obvious affection for a man outside the fold? And how will an Amish pacifist like Caleb respond to the events that threaten his family and their way of life? The Crown by Nancy Bilyeau When Joanna Stafford leaves her priory to comfort a cousin who's about to be burned at the stake, she ends up in the middle of the uproar surrounding Henry VIII's decision to shut down England's monasteriesand on a treasure hunt unlike any other, one that reveals secrets about her wellconnected family and her faith. Bloodland by Alan Glynn Susie Monaghan was on the cusp of stardom when her life was cut short by a tragic helicopter crash. After a full investigation, her death was ruled an accident: case closed. But a hungry young journalist named Jimmy Gilroy isn't buying the official story. The Chalk Girl by Carol OConnell The little girl appeared in Central Park: red-haired, blue-eyed, smiling, perfectexcept for the blood on her shoulder. It fell from the sky, she said, while she was looking for her uncle, who turned into a tree. Poor child, people thought. And then they found the body in the tree. Cake Couture: Modern SugarCraft for the Stylish Baker by Annie Dam There seems to be no end to the popularity of fancy cakes. Cake Couture is an easy-to-follow, stepby-step guide that will transform any baking beginner into a confectionery expert. Professional bakers will love the book's innovative designs and handy tips and tricks. determination. Possessing a brilliant mind and an insatiable curiosity as a young woman, she devoured the works of Enlightenment philosophers and, when she reached the throne, attempted to use their principles to guide her rule of the vast and backward Russian empire. Dark World: Into the Shadows With the Lead Investigator of the Ghost Adventures Crew by Zak Bagans It's easy to say ghosts exist or don't exist. Anyone can do that. Trying to figure out the why or what is a different story. Paranormal investigator Zak Bagans, host of the popular Travel Channel series Ghost Adventures, pulls from his years of experience with paranormal activities and unexplained phenomena to provide an evenhanded look at a divisive subject.

Ameritopia: The Unmaking of America The Look of Love: A Piper by Mark R. Levin Donovan Mystery Levin has made the by Mary Jane Clark most persuasive Piper Donovan case for accepts when the conservatism and owner of Elysium, an against statism in a exclusive spa and generation. In this plastic surgery most crucial time, this leading center, offers her an conservative thinker explores the all-expenses-paid trip to Los Angeles to create a dazzling and Catherine the Great: Portrait of psychology, motivations, and history of the utopian movement, unique wedding cake. The job a Woman its architects, and its modern day by Robert K. Massie also gives Piper the time and disciples and how the individual distance she needs to sort out her Born into a minor noble family, feelings for handsome FBI agent Catherine transformed herself into and American society are being devoured by it. Empress of Russia by sheer Jack Lombardi.

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Audio/Visual
The Audio/Visual Department recently acquired some new TV series on DVD. Here is a small sample of our new additions, but please stop in and browse for more! Remember Larry the Cable Guy, the crazy offbeat comedian? In his new TV series Only in America with Larry the Cable Guy, he visits places in America, using his trademark humor to see new aspects of our country. Another new TV series is House of Eliott. This threeseason series tells the history of a house of fashion in 1920s England. Two sisters try to enter the world of fashion and along the way their lives are filled with drama and stories of love and hate. life. Faced with a new stepmother, stepsister and the friendship of a family of landed gentry, she is forced to find her place in this new world. While gossip circles about her own head, she keeps holding on to true love. Lucy Maud Montgomery is a familiar name to many people, as the author of Anne of Green Gables. But have you ever heard of her series Emily of New Moon? The A/V Department now has the entire TV series of Emily of New Moon, with stories about a young orphan girl and her life on fanciful Prince Edward Island. NEW DVDs Breaking Dawn Pt. 1 Dream House 50/50 The Rum Diary Tower Heist NEW BOOKS ON CD Shadows in Flight by Orson Scott Card Bodies Left Behind by Jeffery Deaver Home Front by Kristin Hannah Blood & Smoke by Stephen King

Dont forget, Blu-Rays have been Game of Thrones added to our audio/visual by George R.R. Martin collection! We are purchasing the Blu-Ray/DVD combo packs of new titles . They may be played on Blu-Ray disc players, Playstation 3 game systems and Wives and Daughters is the tale of computers equipped a young girl and the trials in her with Blu-Ray capability.

Announcing OverDrive Help

OverDrive, the software that powers our downloadable media, has launched OverDrive Help, that contains hundreds of newlywritten help articles covering everything users need to know to enjoy e-books, audiobooks, music and video from our digital collection. Each section of OverDrive Help is designed to help users find information in whichever method is preferred. Search - Type in a search term to find matching articles. Get Started With... - Articles to help users find everything they need to get started with their device (Kindle, Nook, iPad, etc.). Most Popular Articles - This section shows the articles that are being read the most. Three are displayed on the homepage; click 'view more...' to see more articles. Recent Searches - This tag cloud shows what other users are searching for. Click one of the recent searches to show search results for that term. Recently Added Articles - When new articles are added to OverDrive Help, they'll show up here. This is handy when new software updates or new features are released.

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Phone: 317-896-9391 FAX: 317-896-3702 www.wwpl.lib.in.us Sheryl Sollars, Director Sandy Rowland, Assistant Director The Westfield Washington Public Library will strive, in partnership with organizations, to provide quality services, materials and facilities that fulfill the educational, informational, technological, cultural and recreational needs of the entire community.
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Friends of the Westfield Library

Friends Board:

2012 Book Sales

Sara Reitmeyer, President Virginia Fiscus, Vice President Jeanette Wachtel, Treasurer Marie Albertson, Secretary Carly Schull, Member-at-Large Visit our webpage: www.wwpl.lib.in.us/friends One part of the Friends fundraising efforts is Book Sales. There is always a special Preview Sale for Friends members on Friday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., then the sale is open to the general public during regular library hours from Saturday through the following Saturday. Sales for 2012: The Friends of the Westfield Library is an organization designed to promote and support the mission of the Westfield Washington Public Library. Through its fundraising efforts, primarily book sales held four times a year, and our Annual Craft Bazaar and Silent Auction, the group raises money used to fund library programs and to purchase items that are not within the library's operating budget.

Calling all Friends

The Friends needs you to volunteer as little as one hour of your time to help the library as a cashier at one of the Book Sales. Please contact Sandy at 317-8969391. We cant do it without YOU!

March 2-10
June 1-9 September 7-15 Annual Nearly New Sale December 7-15

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