This year, you get to pace yourself. We’ve restructured our smaller, sometimes fast ‘n furious library challenges into one, yearlong challenge: The 2024 Bookworm Challenge. This year, we’ll take a more leisurely tour through the various genres, or types, of books.
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Earlier this month, Cornelius checked out a book, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and a movie, Miracle on 34th Street (he’s very sentimental). He is very busy, getting cookies baked and the house decorated before Cora visits on Christmas Day. Cornelius is so busy that he hasn’t had time to read his book or watch his movie. He checks the due date on his library receipt: December 24th!! Now he’s really stressed that his book and movie are due on Christmas Eve. He’s not sure he has time to return them but he really, really doesn’t want them to be late. What should he do?
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You’re just a few steps away from your first 3D print!
OK, maybe it is and maybe it’s not your first 3D print. But it will be your first print from the library!
Let’s face it, most of us don’t own a 3D printer. Some of us have used one, most of us have seen one or at least seen something made with a 3D printer. And most of us have wished we had access to one.
Well, now you do! We’ve opened up the library’s 3D printer to print your files into reality. The only cost is for the filament you use (pretty minimal). It’s a simple, 3-step process:
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Are you feeling a little cold today? Need to buy a new pair of gloves? Consider getting an extra pair and donating them to someone in need. We’ll give you details on how and where to give.
Once again, we’ve put up our Giving Tree and are accepting donations at the library to keep our community warm this winter. As it gets colder outside, let’s come together and ensure that everyone can keep their fingers, toes, heads and noses warm.
Bring in your donations any time the library is open. New gloves, mittens, hats and scarves in any and every size are needed. Last year, we accepted your donations through the end of February. Since cold weather lasts well past the holidays, we will do the same this year. All your donations will be given to individuals through Ravenna’s Center of Hope and The Haven of Portage County.
When you donate, bring your items to the Public Services desk. Our staff will take your donation and give you a mitten cutout. Write your name on the mitten and hang it on the Giving Tree. We hope to cover the tree with decorated mittens and fill the donation boxes with warm gifts.
Thank you for giving!
We all need friends. The world is simply better when shared with people who have a common interest or goal, right? We appreciate ALL of you, our library friends. But this week, we are giving a special thanks and shout out to the extra-special group of card-carrying Friends of RML. Who are they? Keep reading to find out more.
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Even though it feels like summer outside, the leaves are changing color and pumpkins are showing up on porches. Can’t you feel the spooky Halloween season coming? Want to get the most mileage out of October? Plan now to be part of our festive and free fall activities. Keep reading to find out what we’re up to.
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We invite you to explore two exciting events that celebrate community, literature, and the spirit of autumn. “Read the Rustbelt” with Bonnie Jo Campbell’s book, “American Salvage” and participate in our short ‘n sweet RML Fall Challenge. Keep reading to learn more.
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What are you doing next weekend? Not sure? We have a busy Saturday planned with the 44th annual Balloon A-Fair downtown. The library has been part of the Saturday festivities for so long that no one here can remember how long we’ve been doing it. We hope you’ll stop by and see us.
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What’s bright orange, is something every teenager needs, and is now available to borrow at Reed Memorial Library? Traffic Cone Kits, that’s what! Read on to find out more.
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Most of us come to the library anytime we want; to borrow something, use a printer or computer, or just to enjoy a quiet space. But what if you couldn’t get here? How would you get books or movies, especially if you didn’t have internet service at home? Who would help you stay connected to the outside world, to continue learning?
A few weeks ago, we explained how our Youth Outreach team travels through the community to bring story trails, literacy and tech programs to children and teens. Did you know that we also have services for adults outside the library walls?
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Sincerely, Cornelius 