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.