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LibraryJan/Feb 2015 www.baycountylibrary.org /baycountylibrary /bclsteen /bclschildren Tidings from the desk of the Director Public libraries are an American invention.

1 LibraryJan/Feb /baycountylibrary /bclsteen /bclschildren Tidings from the desk of the Director Public libraries are an American invention. The first public library was created in Peterborough, New Hampshire in All of the town residents, regardless of means, had the right to check out books as long as they met their obligation to return them on time and in good condition. By the 1870s, there were 188 American public libraries in 11 states and by 1910 all of the states had at least one. Today, there are nearly 16,600 public libraries, including branches, throughout the country. In Michigan we currently have 656 public library outlets, including central libraries, branches, and bookmobiles. Public libraries are charged with protecting the public s access to information as well as their right to privacy in what they choose to read, hear or view. In 1953, the American Library Association adopted the Library Bill of Rights, which provides libraries guidance concerning every person s right to use the library and free access to ideas, the presentation of all points of view on current and historical issues, challenging censorship, and the provision of resources regardless of the origin, background, or views, of those who created them. Tom Birch BCLS says goodbye to Director Tom Birch As of January 2, 2015, BCLS Director, Tom Birch, will be officially retired from the Bay County Library System. BCLS will miss him dearly and would like to thank him for leading us for more than six years. Assistant Director, Kevin Ayala, will serve as interim director until the position is filled. Tom first came to BCLS as a Reference Librarian in 1999 after successful careers as a geological engineer and oil company manager. He received his Master of Library & Information Science degree from Wayne State University in 1996, followed by a position as System Serials Librarian at Baker College, Flint. Once at BCLS, Tom quickly moved to management of the former Bay City Branch in After managing Zaul Memorial Library in Saginaw for three years, he returned to his library home in 2008 as BCLS Director. Those who have had the pleasure of knowing Tom personally will agree that one of his greatest strengths as a manager is his insistance on giving credit where it is due. He considers the success of our libraries to be a group effort. Tom has always encouraged his employees to work together a team rather than compartmentally. He has worked diligently to open the lines of communication between staff members and the communities they serve. Though he scoffs at the notion that he is responsible for BCLS s tremendous growth over 3D printing coming soon! Thanks to a generous grant by the Dow Corning Donor Advised Fund of the Bay County Community Foundation, and a generous donation by the Friends of the Bay County Libraries, BCLS will soon offer 3D printing. The grant, awarded in September 2014, included two 3D printers and scanners, a new laptop, creation/invention software, and accessories. 3D printing is the act of turning a two dimensional computer drawing into a three dimensional object. BCLS pursued the grants as part of its commitment to offer innovative services to patrons of all ages, interests, and backgrounds. Staff hopes to engage businesses, inventors, tinkerers, artists, students, and anyone interested in learning new skills. 3D printing is an excellent way to the last six years, we would be remiss not to mention just a few of the many accomplishments achieved with Tom at the helm: Improved patron communication through a new website, Facebook pages, in house TV screens, and the Library Tidings newsletter (distributed to over 5,000 households and 6,000 s bimonthly). New BCLS Bookmobile and service restored to over 40 locations throughout Bay County New BCLS logo New ebooks and eaudiobooks service through OverDrive Sage fountain reconstruction Significant expansion of library programs despite declining revenues Numerous policies and procedures introduced for board approval Security camera upgrade/expansion at Wirt $600,000 savings achieved through construction bond refinancing Please join BCLS in congratulating Tom on leading a brilliant group effort. We wish him a very happy, healthy retirement! combine math, engineering, art, science, and creativity in visual and tactile ways. Once the equipment has been received and staff has been trained, BCLS will offer regular classes and programs for patrons at Wirt, and on a rotating basis at Auburn, Pinconning, and Sage. Requests for off site demonstrations are welcome! Watch for more information in future newsletters or visit us on the web at

* Blood Drive (Ages 17+) Tue, Feb 24, 1:30-6:30 pm Call to register at ext. 207 or drop in. PINCONNING 879-3283 ext.

* Blood Drive Wed, Jan 28 10 am-3 pm * Etched Glass Candle Holder Sat, Jan 31 2-3:30 pm * Team Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge Sat, Feb 7 1-4 pm Enter your family, friends, scouts, etc.

Green=Registration required =May register online via our Events Calendar (*)=Adult/Teen program Adult Winter Reading Program Make Tracks to Your Library Mon, Jan 5-Sat, Feb 28 Genealogy Classes

2 Adult Programs AUBURN ext. 205 *Faux Stained Glass Art Craft Thu, Jan 29, 6-7:30 pm Book Discussion Group Thu, Jan 22 & Feb 26, 6-7:30 pm *Glass Etching Valentine Craft Thu, Feb 12, 6-7:30 pm Registration begins Jan 13. * Blood Drive (Ages 17+) Tue, Feb 24, 1:30-6:30 pm Call to register at ext. 207 or drop in. PINCONNING ext. 202 * Introduction to Goodreads Tue, Jan 13, 6-7:30 pm Create an account then share and discover your next favorite book! * Blood Drive Wed, Jan am-3 pm * Etched Glass Candle Holder Sat, Jan :30 pm * Team Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge Sat, Feb pm Enter your family, friends, scouts, etc. to compete in our first puzzle challenge! Green=Registration required =May register online via our Events Calendar (*)=Adult/Teen program Adult Winter Reading Program Make Tracks to Your Library Mon, Jan 5-Sat, Feb 28 Genealogy Classes Sponsored by Bay County Library System and the Bay County Genealogical Society Wirt Public Library Computer Lab Registration required. Call the Reference Dept ext Discover Your Roots: Family History Research for Beginners Learn how to research your family history! Find your family in the census using Ancestry Library Edition. Learn how to find vital records and organize your research. Sat, Jan 24, 9:30-11:30 am Introduction to the Genealogy Databases: Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest Learn how to use the databases, Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest, to further your family research. Learn how to print or save documents electronically. Sat, Jan 31, 9:30-11:30 am Book Discussion Group Tue, Jan 27 & Feb 24, 6-7:30 pm * Craft Catch Up Sat, Feb :30 pm Make a craft you may have missed! SAGE ext. 202 Valentine Vase Craft Wed, Feb 4, 6-7:30 pm Book Discussion Group Tue, Jan 13 & Feb 10, 2-3:30 pm WIRT ext Lunch & Movie Wednesdays at noon Jan 21: Big Miracle Feb date and feature TBD Register with the Division on Aging at $ Lunch. Auburn Computer Classes Register at the service desk beginning one month prior to program date. Call ext. 205 for information. A non-refundable fee of $5 per class is due at registration. Wed, 2:30-3:30 pm or 3:30-4:30 pm Jan 14 or Feb 18: One-On-One Microsoft Word & the Internet Wirt Computer Classes Register at the Wirt computer sign-up desk or by mail. Call ext for information. A non-refundable fee of $5 per class is due at registration. Wednesdays, 5:45-7:45 pm Jan 7 & 14: Intro to Microsoft Office 2007 Excel* Feb 4: Tablet Basics**(Kantzler Comm Room) Jan 21: Computer Basics (Bring your tablet) Feb 11 & 18: Intro to Microsoft Office 2007 Word* Saturdays, 9:30 am-12:30 pm Jan 10: Social Media** Feb 7: Computer Basics Jan 24: Tablet Basics**(Kantzler Comm Room) Feb 21: How to Clean Up Your PC* (Bring your tablet) *Should know how to use a mouse and how to type **Should have experience with using the Internet and an account Business Start-Up Seminar Wed, Jan 28, 1-4 pm Register at or call During February, ALL BRANCHES will collect new and gently used prom dresses, shoes, jewelry, and purses for Becca's Closet in Bay City.

Green=Registration required =May register online via our Events Calendar (*)=Adult/Teen program Joel Tacey Programs Wacky Winter Comedy Show (Children + Family) Disney s Frozen Sing-Along Movie

WIRT: Friday, Jan 2, 11 am-1 pm AUBURN: Sat, Jan 3, 11 am-1 pm A fun family show to celebrate the season! This interactive comedy show features dazzling juggling and a creative mix of seasonal tricks.

50 colorful prints of Duct Tape into amazing creations during this exciting NEW makerspace program!

to send to a soldier. Drop in anytime during the program to get creative! Soldiers Angels will help us deliver our cards to the troops in time for Valentine s Day. All materials and snacks provided.

3 Green=Registration required =May register online via our Events Calendar (*)=Adult/Teen program Joel Tacey Programs Wacky Winter Comedy Show (Children + Family) Disney s Frozen Sing-Along Movie (Children + Family) Watch and sing along to this beloved Disney film! Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. WIRT: Friday, Jan 2, 11 am-1 pm AUBURN: Sat, Jan 3, 11 am-1 pm A fun family show to celebrate the season! This interactive comedy show features dazzling juggling and a creative mix of seasonal tricks. PINCONNING: Sat, Feb 28, 11 am-1 pm AUBURN: Tue, Jan 27, 6:30 pm begins Dec 30 Children & Family Programs Extreme Duct Tape Workshops (Grades 1-6) Enjoy ripping, cutting, sticking, and folding over 50 colorful prints of Duct Tape into amazing creations during this exciting NEW makerspace program! Pinconning: Sat, Jan 17, 2 pm Sage: Wed, Jan 28, 4:30 & 6:30 pm begins Dec 31 Wirt: Feb 7, 11 am & 2 pm begins Jan 10 Valentines for Troops (All ages) Create a special Valentine s Day card or letter to send to a soldier. Drop in anytime during the program to get creative! Soldiers Angels will help us deliver our cards to the troops in time for Valentine s Day. All materials and snacks provided. Auburn Tue, Jan 6, 4-5 pm & 6-7 pm Wirt Tue, Jan 6, 4-5:30 pm Pinconning Wed, Jan 7, 3:30-4:30 pm Sage Thu, Jan 8, 4:30-6 pm Frozen Parties (Children + Family) We love the Disney movie Frozen! If you do too, join us at one of our special Frozen Parties for winter activities, games, crafts and fun! You are invited to dress as your favorite Frozen character, or wear something fancy and fun for the season!. Auburn: Sat, Feb 14, 2-3:30 pm Sage: Wed, Feb 18, 4:30-6 pm Wirt: Tue, Feb 24, 4-5:30 pm Pinconning: Wed, Feb 25, 3:30-4:30 pm Lego Club (Grades K-6) Join us for Lego building fun at the library! Make your own unique Lego creations! We supply the Legos and you supply the imagination. Pinconning Fri, Jan 16, 12:30-2 pm Wirt Tue, Jan 27, 4-5:30 & 6-7:30 pm begins Dec 30 Auburn Tue, Feb 17, 3:30-5 pm begins Jan 20 Sage Wed, Feb 25, 4:30-6 pm begins Jan 28

4 Children's Winter Reading Program (Grades 6 & under) Mon, Jan 5 - Sat, Feb 28 New! Winter is a great time to read! Earn reading badges and enter for a chance to win a $25 Meijer gift card. Auburn , option #4 Winter Bingo (Ages 12 & under) Fri, Jan 2, 11-11:45 am Winter Snowman Wreath Craft (Grades K-6) Wed, Jan 14, 6:30-7:30 pm Mom & Me Craft (Ages adult) Polar Bear Mask: Fri, Jan 16, 11-11:45 am Bird Seed Feeder: Fri, Feb 20, 11-11:45 am begins Jan 24 Tea for Two (Ages 6-10) Sat, Jan 24, 2-3:30 pm Bring your favorite doll and join us for a special afternoon. Little Bodies in Motion (Ages adult) Fri, Jan 30, 11-11:30 am 30 minutes of wiggling, giggling, jiggling fun! Children s Lock-In (Grades 3-6) Fri, Feb 6, 6-8 pm begins Jan 9 Games, food, crafts, and loads of fun! Registration and parental permission required. Valentine Craft (Grades K-6 - younger grades need a helper) Tue, Feb 10, 4-5 pm or 6:30-7:30 pm begins Jan 13 Make a beautiful sun catcher heart mobile! Valentine Fun for Little Ones (Ages adult) Fri, Feb 13, 10:30-11:30 am begins Jan 16 Crafts, games & yummy snacks! Sage , option #5 Sage Specials (Grades K-5) Birthday Bingo: Wed, Jan 14, 4:30-5:30 pm Very Valentine Craft : Wed, Feb 11, 4:30-5:30 pm begins Jan 14 Friday Fun for Preschoolers (Ages adult) Flakey Fun: Fri, Jan 16, 11 am-12 pm Valentine Hearts: Fri, Feb 13, 11 am-12 pm begins Jan 16 Mad Scientists (Grades 2-6) Hands-on experiment fun! Get a Charge!: Thu, Jan 22, 4:30-5:30 pm Color Magic: Thu, Feb 19, 4:30-5:30 pm begins Jan 22 Minute to Win It! (Grades 3-6) Thu, Feb 26, 4:30-6 pm begins Jan 29 Winter Story Time Jan 5 - Feb 19 We offer story times for a variety of age groups filled with stories, music, activities and more! Registration required at your branch or online. See a complete schedule at pinconning , option #3 Monet Paint Craft (Ages 5-12) Wed, Jan 21, 3:30-4:30 pm Drop in to create your very own Monet painting!!! Valentine Heart String Art (Ages 5-12) Wed, Feb 4, 3:30-4:30 pm Toothpick Painting (Ages 5-12) Wed, Feb 18, 3:30-4:30 pm Imagine and create using just paint and a toothpick!!! Wirt , option #5 Creative Kids Book Club (Grades 1-3) Winter Woes: Tue, Jan 13, 4-5 pm Forever Friends: Tue, Feb 10, 4-5 pm beginning Jan 13 Tween Tuesday (Grades 4-6) Maker Challenge: Tue, Jan 20, 4:15-5 pm Hands-on exploration in science, engineering, and art. Games IRL: Tue, Feb 17, 4:15-5 pm beginning Jan 20 Play real life versions of favorite games. Preschool Art (Ages 2-5) Fri, Jan 23, 11 am-12 pm Wear messy clothes and come create! Tail Waggin Tutors (Ages 4+) Sat, Jan 31, 2:30-3:30 pm. Registration begins Jan 3. Thu, Feb 26, 6:30-7:30 pm. Registration begins Jan 29. Read to a therapy dog. 15 minute slots available. Luau Dance Party (All ages) Tue, Feb 3, 6-7 pm Dress for the beach and come ready to dance! Valentine s Day Cards & Crafts (All ages) Wed, Feb 11, 4-5:30 pm Mother Goose Jam (Ages 2-5) Fri, Feb 13, 11 am-12 pm begins Jan 16 A time for little ones to dance, rhyme, and play!

Teen Programs (Grades 6-12) Green=Registration required =May register online via our calendar (*)=Adult/Teen program Auburn Call 662-2381 ext. 205 or stop by the Information Desk.

5 Teen Programs (Grades 6-12) Green=Registration required =May register online via our calendar (*)=Adult/Teen program Auburn Call ext. 205 or stop by the Information Desk. Wed, Jan 7 Fun with Duct Tape Craft 3-4:30 pm *Thu, Jan 29 Faux Stained Glass Art Craft 6-7:30 pm Wed, Feb 4 Painterly Pottery 3-4:30 pm begins Jan 6 *Thu, Feb 12 Glass Etching Valentine s Day Craft 6-7:30 pm begins Jan 13 Teen Winter Reading Program Chilly Reads Mon, Jan 5-Sat, Feb 28 Every time you finish reading a book, return your reading log and have your name entered in a system wide drawing for a Kindle Fire HD. Sage Call ext. 205 or visit the Fiction Desk. Tue, Jan 6 Create-a-Craft Day 3:30-4:30 pm Tue, Feb 3 Valentine Decoupage Craft 3:30-4:30 pm Pinconning Call ext. 202 or stop by the Public Service Desk. Tue, Jan 6 Teen Craft Catch Up 6-7 pm Make a craft you may have missed! Tue, Jan 20 Washi Tape Washer Necklace 6-7 pm *Sat, Jan 31 Etched Glass Candle Holder 2-3:30 pm Tue, Feb 3 Puffy Paint CD Craft 6-7 pm *Sat, Feb 7 Team Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge! 1-4 pm Tue, Feb 17 Colorful Yarn Wrapped Jars 6-7 pm *Sat, Feb 21 Craft Catch Up 2-3:30 pm Wirt Call ext or visit the Fiction Desk. Thu, Jan 15 Chocolate Program 4-5 pm Create some chocolate treats! Thu, Jan 29 Bedazzled Phone Cases 4-5 pm Thu, Feb 12 Painterly Pottery: Plates 4-5 pm Thu, Feb 26 Duct Tape Mania 4-5 pm Connect to a-la-carte at Bay Arts Council, Bay City Players, Bay Concert Band, Bay County Historical Society, Bay County Library System, Delta College Planetarium, State Theatre, and Studio 23/The Arts Center. Comedy Night With Rob Little and Special Guest Kate Brindle Saturday, January 17, 7 The State Theatre TICKETS NOW ON SALE AT THE STATE THEATRE ( $22 general admission. All proceeds benefit a-la-carte, Bay City s non-profit arts & culture collaborative. Watch Rob in action, and you ll agree that he is one of the very best stand-up comedians in the country. A sketch comedy player on the Fox Sports Net Show, "The Best Damn Sports Show Period," and "Last Call with Carson Daly," Little uses his training from the world famous Second City Comedy Club to create routines that are inventive, funny, spontaneous, and completely unique. He headlines clubs and colleges all over the country, has appeared in national television commercials and on such shows as Comedy Central's Distraction, Fox News, and SiTV's Latino Laugh Festival. He also earned a role on the CBS network summer hit series, Fire Me Please. Rob s recently released 3rd comedy DVD/CD, is another testament to his talent and status as a comedic force." -RobLittle.com All BCLS branches will be CLOSED Wed, Dec 31 at 5 pm through Thu, Jan 1. Have a safe and happy New Year! Newsletter printing cost courtesy of Friends of the Bay County Libraries

6 Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library 500 Center Ave., Bay City, MI Ph: (989) TDD: (989) Mon-Thu: 10 am-8 pm Fri-Sat: 9 am-5 pm Sun: *1-5 pm (*Sep - May only) Auburn Area Branch Library 235 W. Midland Rd., Auburn, MI Ph: (989) Sun-Mon: Closed Tue-Thu: 10 am-8 pm Fri-Sat: 9 am-5 pm Pinconning Branch Library 218 Kaiser St., Pinconning, MI Ph: (989) Sun-Mon: Closed Tue-Thu: 10 am-8 pm Fri-Sat: 9 am-5 pm Sage Branch Library 100 E. Midland St., Bay City, MI Ph: (989) Mon-Tue: 9 am-5 pm Wed-Thu: Noon-8 pm Fri: 9 am-5 pm Sat-Sun: Closed Bookmobile 500 Center Ave., Bay City, MI Ph: (989) ext Visit us on the web for a current schedule. Library Tidings Newsletter Registration Form Please fill out this form and return to any branch to begin receiving your own copy of the bimonthly newsletter. You may also register online! Please send my newsletter via Mail Please send me s about new upcoming events YES! Name: Address: Phone: Address: City: Zip: Friends of the Library Yes! I would like to support my libraries by joining the Friends of the Bay County Libraries! Membership Categories $5...Friend $15...Contributor $25...Sponsor $50...Patron NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: ( ) MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY: AMOUNT ENCLOSED: $ Please make checks payable to: Friends of the Bay County Libraries. Mail your form and payment to 500 Center Avenue, Bay City, MI or drop it off at any branch library. BCLS (Bay County Library System) 500 Center Avenue Bay City, MI

A link to each of our online programs is available on our home page at HOLIDAY CLOSING SCHEDULE

A link to each of our online programs is available on our home page at HOLIDAY CLOSING SCHEDULE News and Events January/February 2019 baycountylibrary.org Winter Reading Program Through February 2, 2019 Teen Program (Grades 6-12) & Adult Program Read or listen for a total of 8 hours, return your