Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Did You Know We Have Magazines?

One thing that most people don't know about the Solon Library is that we have magazines you can check out. Our periodicals section is located past the computers by the back windows. The current copy of each magazine stays in the library for browsing purposes, but older issues can be checked out for three weeks. Here is just a sample of some of the magazines that we have for check out. Better Homes and Gardens Consumer Reports Iowa Outdoors Martha Stewart Living National Geographic Newsweek Oprah Real Simple

Monday, March 29, 2010

Thank You!!

The staff here at the Solon Library tend to think that we have the best patrons in the world. We probably don't take enough time to thank you for being so awesome. A while ago, we put out a call for canning jars. Well, the response was overwhelming! So THANK YOU to everyone who brought in one jar, a few jars, or a few boxes of jars. Also, there was a small mention in the library newspaper column that we were in need of pens, pencils, and paper clips. We have received numerous donations of these items over the past few days, so THANK YOU to everyone who brought in those items. Thanks again to all of you. We really appreciate everything you do to help the library.

Sunday, March 28, 2010

Tuesday Storytime With Jen

Get ready for some monkeying around! On Tuesday, March 30, storytime is all about monkeys! We will read some stories, sing some songs, and even act like monkeys. Then we will put together our own monkeys to take home. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required.

Friday, March 26, 2010

Like the Movie? Read the Book!

If you have been to a movie theater lately, there is a good chance you saw something that was based on a book. Several of the movies in theaters now and coming soon are based on books that we have right here at the Solon Library. The Diary of a Wimpy Kid books by Jeff Kinney have always been popular, but now that the movie is out, they are flying off the shelves! We have all four Wimpy Kid books in the juvenile fiction section of the library, so come in and check one out (or place a hold on one) today! Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland is in theaters right now, and if you've already seen it or if you are planning to go see it, why not check out the original classic from our juvenile fiction section for a refresher on the story. This weekend the movie How To Train Your Dragon opens in theaters. It is based on the first book about Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III by Cressida Cowell. We have six books about the adventures of Hiccup and his dragon, Toothless, so you can check them out and brush up on your Viking and dragon knowledge before seeing the movie. One of the most popular books at the library is The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks. On March 31, the movie based on the book is released in theaters. We have several copies of the book, so you can read it ahead of time and know what to expect when you go see the movie.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Don't Forget to Pick Up Your Tax Forms!

March is flying by and April 15 will be here before you know it. Make sure to pick up any tax forms you need at the library to get you started. Also, the US Census is taking place right now and questionnaires should be arriving in your mailbox. If you did not receive a census form, we have them at the library to fill out and send in.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Last Early Out Program of the Year

The school year is almost over, but there is still time for one more early out after school program at the library. On Friday, April 2 from 11:30-1:00 there will be a special program just for 1st and 2nd graders. We will be making underwater water color pictures! The kids will get to take some of their artwork home with them, but we will keep some of the pictures here at the library for decorations this summer. Registration is very limited, so call the library or stop in to sign up. Permission slips must be filled out and handed in at the library no later than Thursday April 1 at 8:00 pm. Contact the library for more details!

Sunday, March 21, 2010

Tuesday Storytime With Jen

Spring is finally here! Come to storytime on Tuesday, March 23 and celebrate the beginning of spring! We will read stories about warm weather and decorate a spring picture. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

Pajama Time with Kelly Wednesday, March 24th!

Put your pajamas on, grab your favorite bear, and come to the children's section of the library to relax and share stories and rhymes. This weekly program is designed for children under 7 and their families. This program will last approximately 30 minutes. It's a great way to get ready for bed (toothbrush optional)!

Friday, March 19, 2010

The Newest Jodi Picoult is Here!

Jodi Picoult's latest book, House Rules is now available at the library. If you are a fan of her previous books, you will definitely want to check this out. House Rules tells the story of Emma, a single mother who is raising two sons, one of whom has Asperger's syndrome. Her life is thrown into chaos when her son Jacob is suspected of murder. Part emotional family drama, part courtroom style thriller, this is a unique book that should appeal to Picoult's numerous fans. Stop by the library and check it out today!

Sunday, March 14, 2010

Tuesday Storytime With Jen

On Tuesday, March 16, storytime is all about brothers and sisters. We will be reading the great new book by Laura Numeroff What Brothers Do Best/What Sisters Do Best and making a pair of feathery siblings to take home. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

eBooks on NEIBORS

Have you moved into the world of portable electronic reading? If so, you may be interested to learn that NEIBORS now has eBooks for download as well as audio books. The Solon Public Library is a member of the NEIBORS (North Eastern Iowa Bridge to Online Resource Sharing) consortium which provides our downloadable books service through a partnership with OverDrive, Inc. (www.overdrive.com), a global leader in digital media services. NEIBORS eBooks can be read on a PC or Mac® using free reader software called Adobe® Digital Editions. They can also be transferred to popular e-reading devices like the Sony® Reader and the Barnes & Noble nook™. Please note that these books CANNOT be read on a Kindle. The Kindle is a proprietary product of Amazon.com and only books purchased or downloaded from Amazon can be read on the Kindle. NEIBORS currently has over 150 eBooks available for check out and they will be adding new books each month. A few of the titles included in this opening collection are: The 8th Confession by James Patterson, The Help by Kathryn Stockett, The Lacuna by Barbara Kingsolver, True Blue by David Baldacci, Frommer's 500 places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up by Holly Hughes, And Then the Roof Caved In: How Wall Street Greed and Stupidity Brought Capitalism to Its Knees by David Faber, Half the Sky by Nicholas D. Kristof, and, for younger readers, 97 Ways to Train a Dragon: Dragon Slayers' Academy Series, Book 9 by Kate McMullan. Please visit the library website (www.solon.lib.ia.us) or click the graphic above for more information.

Sunday, March 7, 2010

Tuesday Storytime With Jen

Get ready to act like a wild animal! On Tuesday, March 9 storytime is all about going to the zoo! We will be reading one of my all-time favorites, Good Night Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann. Then everyone will get to color a giraffe to take home. Preschool storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. and is geared for ages 2-5, but siblings are always welcome. Each session consists of 20-25 minutes of stories, songs, and action rhymes followed by a craft. No registration is required.