KOREAN NEW YEAR’S PARTY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

RING IN THE NEW YEAR KOREAN STYLE WITH GAMES, CRAFTS AND SNACKS FROM “THE LAND OF MORNING CALM”!

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 5, 2011

FLEMING LIBRARY @ 10:30
MOSES F. RITTENHOUSE LIBRARY @ 2:00

COST: $4.00 PER FAMILY
PLEASE REGISTER IN ADVANCE.

For more information, contact Gail at 905-563-7014.

Holiday Hours

The Lincoln Public Library will be closed December 24, 25, 26, 27, 31 and January 1 during the Holiday season. The Library will be open regular hours December 28, 29, 30 and January 3.

Happy Holidays from the Staff and Board of the Lincoln Public Library!

Call for new Library Board members

Advertisements for new board members for the Lincoln Public Library will be appearing in next week's local newspapers.

Consider being part of the Library's Board.

The Lincoln Public Library has a long history beginning in 1852. The Library is the busiest municipal facility with over 250,000 items circulated last year and over 160,000 unique visits.

With the planning for the new Library/arena complex starting in 2011, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant contribution to your community.

For more information on the application process, please contact Jill Nicholson, CEO - 905-563-7014.

Annual Christmas Open House - This Saturday

A reminder that the Lincoln Public Library's Annual Christmas Open House will take place Saturday, December 11th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, 4080 John Charles Boulevard in Vineland.

There will be crafts, a sing-along and fun for the whole family.

See you there!

Annual Library Christmas Open House

The Lincoln Public Library's Annual Christmas Open House will take place Saturday, December 11th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, 4080 John Charles Boulevard in Vineland.

There will be crafts, songs and refreshments for the whole family.

A Christmas sing-along will start at 2:00 p.m. with Jennifer Page from The Fun School of Music in Grimsby.

Non-perishable food donations for Community Care West Niagara will be gratefully accepted.

Please come join us as we celebrate the holiday season!

Seniors Wii Bowling

The Seniors Wii Bowling Group will meet Tuesday December 14 at 1:00 p.m. in the meeting room of the Fleming (Beamsville) Library. We still have room for new members.

Come out for a fun afternoon of bowling!

For more information, contact Jill at 905-563-7014.

Financial Seminars Cancelled

Due to low registration, the Financial Seminars scheduled on November 2 and 3 have been cancelled.

Harvest Happening Activities in Beamsville

The Lincoln Public Library is pleased to be participating in the first Harvest Happening in downtown Beamsville.

The Library will involved with two events on Saturday October 30.

The parade will be starting at 10:15 a.m. beside the Library.

The Library will be hosting a craft program from 12:00-2:00 p.m. in the Fleming (Beamsville) Library meeting room.

Come out and enjoy a fun family event in Beamsville.

Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will meet Thursday November 18 at 1:30 p.m. in the Fleming Library meeting room. This month's topic is Canadian History.

New members are always welcome to join in the interesting conversation.

For more information, contact Jill at 905-563-7014.

Seniors Wii Bowling

The next session of Seniors Wii Bowling will take place Tuesday November 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fleming Library in Beamsville.

For more information, contact Jill at 905-563-7014.

Financial Planning Seminars

The Lincoln Public Library is pleased to offer two free financial planning sessions in sponsorship with Wellington West Capital Inc.

Tuesday November 2, 6:00-8:00 p.m.: Maximizing Retirement Income
Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, Vineland

Wednesday November 3, 6:00-8:00 p.m.: Money Sense for Families
Fleming Library, Beamsville

For more information or to register, contact Jill at 905-563-7014.

Tickets Still Available - Author Evening - October 20

Tickets are still available for this great literary event in Beamsville!

The Lincoln Public Library is hosting an author evening on Wednesday October 20, at at the Lincoln Centre, 4361 Central Ave. Beamsville with William Connor, the author of Coleraine which has received many excellent reviews, and Robert Lindsey, author of Royal Spring.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for refreshments and the readings begin at 8:00 p.m.

Tickets are $5 in advance from both the Fleming Library (4996 Beam St. in Beamsville)or the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library (4080 John Charles Blvd. Vineland) and $7 at the door.

Tickets Now On Sale - Author Evening - October 20

The Lincoln Public Library is hosting an author evening on Wednesday October 20, at at the Lincoln Centre, 4361 Central Ave. Beamsville with William Connor, the author of Coleraine which has received many excellent reviews, and Robert Lindsey, author of Royal Spring.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for refreshments and the readings begin at 8:00 p.m.

Tickets are $5 in advance from both the Fleming Library (4996 Beam St. in Beamsville)or the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library (4080 John Charles Blvd. Vineland) and $7 at the door.

Thanksgiving Day Closure

The Lincoln Public Library will be closed Monday October 11 for Thanksgiving.

Have a happy holiday!

All Candidates Meeting

The All Candidates Meeting for the municipal election takes place Tuesday October 12 at Great Lakes Christian High School, 4875 King St. in Beamsville. Doors open at 6:30 and the debate begins at 7:00.

Here is the full list of candidates:

Mayor: Alvin Danyluck
Norm Groff
Bill Hodgson

Ward 1 Councillor: Rob Foster
Randy Nichols
John O'Neill
Dianne Rintjema

Ward 2 Councillor: John Kralt
Bob Mackie
John D. Pachereva

Ward 3 Councillor: Rob Condotta
Jacqueline McPherson
Dave A. Thompson

Ward 4 Councillor: Geoffrey Barlow
David Furry
Wayne MacMillan
W. Peter Randall

Regional Councillor: Mark Bylsma
Carla Carlson

The municipal election takes place on Monday October 25.

Both the Fleming and Moses F. Rittenhouse Libraries have print copies of the voters' list for consultation as well as online access to the list.

Author Evening - October 20

The Lincoln Public Library is hosting an author evening on Wednesday October 20, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, 4361 Central Ave. Beamsville with William Connor, the author of Coleraine which has received many excellent reviews, and Robert Lindsey, author of Royal Spring.

Tickets are $5 in advance from both the Fleming Library (4996 Beam St. in Beamsville)or the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library 4080 John Charles Blvd. Vineland) and $7 at the door.

For more information, contact Cathy Simpson at 905-562-5711

Renewals from Home Now Available!

You can now renew items from your online library account!

If you haven't had a chance to update your online account for Evergreen and need some help, just come into either the Beamsville or Vineland Libraries or give us a call.

Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will meet Thursday October 21 at 1:30 p.m. at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library. The Group will be discussing Biographies. New members are welcome.

For more information, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Seniors Wii Bowling

The Seniors Wii Bowling Group will meet again on Tuesday October 21 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library. We still have room for new bowlers.

For more information, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Wireless at the Beamsville Library Not Working

The wireless at the Beamsville Library will not be working this evening. It should be operational on Tuesday morning (September 28).

Using the Online Catalogue

Some of you have been experiencing problems with the library's online catalogue. While we are working on fixing the problem, here is an option to try. Instead of using Internet Explorer, try using Firefox.

Renewals from Home and Email Notices

At this time, the renewals from the Library's website option and email notices for holds, etc. are not operational. We will let you know here when they are.

Thanks for your patience.

Registration Starts Today for Preschool Programs

Registration begins today at 10:00 a.m. for Books and Babies, Tales for Twos and Storytime at both the Fleming Library and the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library.

The cost for all programs is $16.00 for 8 weeks.

Thank you to our TD Summer Reading Club Donors

This year's TD Summer Reading Club was a great success. 20% more children completed their 10 book quota than last year.

We would like to thank our donors who helped make the Club so successful:

TD Canada Trust, Tim Hortons, Dairy Queen and the Beamsville Lions Club.

Thank you!!

Log In Changes

If you have tried to login to your account, you have noticed some changes. In the past, you could login with the last 6 digits of your last name and the last 4 digits of your telephone number.

With Evergreen, things have changed. For the new user name, you need to login with all the digits of your barcode. After your initial login, you can go into your account and change your user name. You can't use the last 6 digits of your barcode, but you can change it to anything else you want. The password will now incorporate a combination of 7 letters and digits which you create.

If you have any questions, please call either Fleming - 905-563-7014 or Moses F. Rittenhose - 905-562-5711.

Evergreen is up and running

Our new Evergreen system is now up and running.

Please be patient with us as we learn the new system along with you.

In order to login to your account, it is necessary to type in all the numbers of your barcode. On your initial login, you will be asked to create a new password of 7 characters. The last four digits of your telephone number will no longer be used.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to give us a call.

Evergreen Update

Due to additional testing requirements, Evergreen should be operational on Saturday September 4. Acess to the catalogue, the holds function and accounts function should be available.

Evergreen Update

Due to the switch to Evergreen, there is no access to the library's catalogue and patron accounts for renewals, etc. starting Wednesday September 1 at 6:00 p.m. and continuing through Thursday and early Friday morning.

Resumption of regular service should take place Friday September 3 by 9:00 a.m.

Thank you for your patience as we move to the new Evergreen system.

Update on Evergreen

Due to a delay in getting the connections to the Evergreen server at Niagara College completed, there will be a change in timing for our switch to Evergreen. We will continue to be closed on Saturday August 28 so that some preliminary work can be done.

The library's catalogue will continue to be operational so you can still search for items, place holds and check your library record.

We will stop circulating items on our system Wednesday September 1 at 6:00 p.m. We will do manual circulation until Thursday September 2 at 8:00 p.m. The new system should be operating on Friday September 3. The library's catalogue will not be available during this period.

Thank you for your patience during this delay.

10 Days and Counting to Evergreen

In a week and a half, the Library will be moving to our new Evergreen system.

The Library's online catalogue will shut down at 5:00 p.m. on Friday August 27. Library patrons will be unable to renew items or place holds until Monday August 30. Catalogue searching will also not be available. If you try to go on the website, you will get an error message.

We hope that regular library online service will resume on Monday.

Please be patient with us as we make the switch. You will like the changes!

Countdown to Evergreen

In just over two weeks, the Lincoln Public Library will be migrating to the Evergreen Integrated Library System. Lincoln has joined with Niagara College, the Fort Erie Public Library, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library and the Pelham Public Library to move to an Open Source system that is also be used by many other libraries in Canada, including Mohawk College.

The Library will close on Saturday August 28 for the changeover. We will reopen on Monday August 30 running the new system. There will extra staff on hand during that week to help with your questions using the inhouse catalogue as well as the website catalogue. All your transactions and holds will be transferred to the new system.

Some of you have noticed that we are asking for email addresses. The Evergreen system has the option for you to receive email notices for overdue materials and holds. It can even send you a notice two days before your materials are due. If you wish to receive email notices, please ask to have the information added to your record the next time you are in the library.

Staff have been receiving training this week on the new product. We are all very excited about the new system and its benefits.

We wish Niagara College good luck as they move to the new system starting the week of August 16.

Fall Preschool Registration

Although we are still busy with our summer programs, we are already planning for the Fall's Preschool programming.

Check back soon for registration information for the Babies and Books, Tales for Twos and Preschool Storytime programs.

More Evergreen News

The new Evergreen system will provide the option for you to receive library notices on overdues and holds by email. We can even send you a notice a couple of days before an item is due!

In order to participate in this service, the library must have your email address on file. We can update your record the next time you visit either the Fleming Library or Moses F. Rittenhouse Library. Just ask at the circulation desk.

For more information, contact Jill Nicholson, CEO - 905-563-7014.

Evergreen is Coming!

In August, the library will be moving to a new circulation system and on-line catalogue called Evergreen.

The new system will be able to offer new features such as email notices for overdue items and holds. We can even let you know a couple days ahead that your book or DVD is coming due!

In order to accomodate the changeover, both locations will be closed on August 28. The new system should be up and running on August 30.

If you have any questions about our new system, contact Jill Nicholson, CEO at 905-563-7014 or nicholson@lincoln.library.on.ca.

Tea Party Book Group

The Adult Book Group will meet again on September 16 at 1:30 p.m. We will starting the fall group in style with a tea party. We will learn tea etiquette, have tea tastings and enjoy some delicious tea sandwiches and sweets. We will also discuss our favourite summer reading.

Please contact Jill prior to the group so that we will have enough refreshments for all who attend.

TD Summer Reading Club Registration

The TD Summer Reading Club is now underway. Registrations can be made in person at either of the library's locations. Children can report on their books directly after registering.

For more information contact either Gail or Melissa at 905-563-7014.

Local Postcards

The Lincoln Public Library is developing a collection of old postcards from the various communities that now make up Lincoln. If you have one (or some!) that you can donate or are willing to have scanned, please contact us.

For more information, contact Veronika at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, 905-562-5711.

Registration for Summer Reading Club

Registration for the TD Summer Reading Summer starts June 28. The brochures are now being printed, so watch for them very soon at both library branches.

For more information, contact Gail or Elisabeth @ 905-563-7014.

Adult Book Group

The Library is reviewing its adult book group program.

We are going out to the community for feedback.

What location would you prefer?
What type would you like - book based or themed based?
What time of day - daytime or evening?
Would you be willing to lead or co-lead a group?

Please respond through this blog posting.

We need to hear from you!

Summer Reading Club is Coming!

Library staff is busy planning for the Summer Reading Club. This year's theme is the Jungle which should be alot of fun. We are adding some new events this summer, so watch for details coming very soon.

Staff will be visiting most elementary schools in Lincoln in June to promote the Club to students.

Maintaining reading skills is key to success in the next school year. Join the Summer Reading Club.

Seniors Wii Bowling

The Lincoln Public Library, in conjunction with the Beamsville Seniors Club, is offering Wii Bowling to all older adults who would like to get a bit of exercise with others.

The next Seniors Wii Bowling Tournament take place Tuesday June 8 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fleming Library (Beamsville)

For more information, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

May Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group meets again on May 20. The Topic is "Current Reading". New members are always welcome.

For more information, contact Jill at the Fleming Library (Beamsville) 905-563-7014.

Casual Circulation Assistant Position Available

The Lincoln Public Library is searching for a Part-time Circulation Assistant to work at both the Fleming (Beamsville) and Rittenhouse (Vineland) locations. Responsible for circulation functions such as checking in and out library materials, issuing borrower cards and explaining circulation policies to patrons, answering general information requests, shelf reading and assisting patrons on the public Internet computers.

The successful candidate will require post-secondary education, customer service experience, working knowledge of computers and the Internet and a valid driver’s license.

Please direct written applications in confidence by May 14, 2010 to:

Jill Nicholson, CEO

Lincoln Public Library

4996 Beam St., Box 460

Beamsville, ON

L0R 1B5

905-563-1810 (fax)

nicholson@lincoln.library.on.ca

Summer Student Position Available

The Lincoln Public Library has an opening for a Summer Program Assistant. The position runs from June 7 to August 27.

Some of the qualifications include:

• Related work or volunteer experience with children and a keen interest in working with youth.
• A student currently working on the completion of a Masters of Library Science, Bachelor of Education, Library Techniques Diploma or Early Childhood Education Diploma is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability with a variety of computer applications as well as the Internet.
• Good time management and communication skills

Applications will be accepted until May 17, 2010.

Additional information is available on the Library's website.

Local History Talks

The fifth annual Lincoln Local History Talks take place May 8th and 15th from 10 a.m. to noon in the Schoolhouse at the Jordan Museum.

At each session, different home and building owners will present a short history.

In addition, members of the Lincoln Heritage Committee will be available to discuss the heritage designation process.

Admission to the Talks is free, but it is recommended to reserve a seat. Call 905-562-5711 for reservations or for more information on this event.

Make a Difference @ Your Library

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Do you have a few hours a week that you can spare? Volunteer@ Your Library.

The Lincoln Public Library is the busiest municipal service in the community. Last year, we circulated over 250,000 items. That's huge for a community the size of Lincoln. The rates have been growing over the past 5 years. To continue to provide all the services we do, we need your help.

If you can help us, contact either Jill at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library - 905-563-7014 or Cathy at the Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Library - 905-562-5711.

Fleming Closing Hours Change April 1

Starting April 1, the Fleming Library will change its closing hours Monday to Thursday from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. due to budget cuts.

Holiday Closures

The Fleming Library and the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library of the Lincoln Public Library will be closed Good Friday April 2 and Easter Monday April 5. The Library will be open regular hours - 10-5 - on Saturday April 3.

Happy Easter!

April Book Group

The Book Group will meet again April 15. The Topic will be 'Chick Lit'.

For more information on the group, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Overdrive - Downloadable Audiobooks

The Lincoln Public Library will be soon offering a new service for talking book users. Downloadable Overdrive audiobooks will be available from our website beginning May 1. The audiobooks are compatible with any MP3 player or IPOD.

More information will be available on our website in the near future.

Author Reading - April 12

The Lincoln Public Library is pleased to announce its next author reading event.

Local authors Cathy Marie Buchanan, author of the Day the Falls Stood Still, and Kara Bartley, author of Call of Adhara, will reading from their works on Monday, April 12th, 7:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, 4361 Central Ave. in Beamsville.

Tickets are $5 each and available at both the Fleming (Beamsville) and Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Libraries.

For more information, contact Cathy at 905-562-5711.

March Break Programming

The Lincoln Public Library will be offering some great programs for children during March Break.

Monday March 15: Library Bingo

Fleming Library, Beamsville: 11:00 a.m.
Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, Vineland: 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday March 17: St. Patrick's Day Fun

Fleming Library, Beamsville: 11:00 a.m.
Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, Vineland: 2:00 p.m.

Cost: $3.oo
Registration Required.

Thursday March 18: Family Film

Fleming Library, Beamsville: 2:00 p.m.

New Hours at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library

The hours of opening at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library will be changing effective April 1 due to the loss of funds by the Town for uploaded services.

The new hours are:

Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00-5:00 p.m.

Wii for Seniors

The Lincoln Public Library, in conjunction with the Beamsville Seniors Club, will be offering Wii Bowling and other active programs for Seniors.

The Wii Club for Seniors will start in April.

For more information on this new fun Club, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

March Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group of the Lincoln Public Library will meet again Thursday March 18 at 1:30 p.m. in the Fleming (Beamsville) Library meeting room.

The next topic will be Historical Fiction.

For more information, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

March Break Programs

The Lincoln Public Library is planning a great week of programming for both children and teens during March Break (March 15-20).

Details will be coming soon.

February Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will meet on February 18, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. in the Fleming Library Meeting Room.

This month's topic is 'Travel Books'.

For more information, contact Jill at the Fleming Library. 905-563-7014.

Facebook and Flickr

Do you want to learn how to set up a Facebook account? Do you want to know how to post photos on the web using Flickr? What is Web 2.0?

Do you want to attend locally based courses at your library?

Let us know! If there is demand, we may set up courses!

Preschool Program Registrations

There is still space in our Books and Babies, Tales for Twos and Preschool Storyhours at both our Fleming (Beamsville) and Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Library locations.

Check the library's website for times and other information.