Users fees for Grimsby and St. Catharines Residents

The Lincoln Public Library Board has approved an annual non-resident fee of $35 for St. Catharines and Grimsby residents beginning January 1, 2009.

This decision was made after the St. Catharines and Grimsby Public Library Boards turned down the Lincoln Public Library Board’s request for reciprocal or free borrowing for Lincoln residents at their libraries.

Residents of Grimsby and St. Catharines are encouraged to contact their ibraries to reconsider reciprocal borrowing with Lincoln.

Residents of West Lincoln will continue to receive free library privileges under a reciprocal borrowing agreement.

Coming Soon - Nintendo Wii!

The Lincoln Public Library is adding an exciting new program to its lineup - Nintendo Wii!

The Library is planning on starting two bowling leagues in the new year - one for teens and one for seniors.

More details are to follow. Watch the Library's blog for more information.

Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will be meeting on Thursday January 22 at 1:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the Fleming (Beamsville) Library. We will be planning our reading schedule for the next few months.

Please confirm your attendence by calling Jill Nicholson, 905-563-7014.

Hope to see you there!

Winter Preschool Program Registration

Registration for the winter preschool programs begins the week of January 12. Check our website for dates for our various programs.

Holiday Schedule

The Lincoln Public Library's locations will have a reduced schedule over the holiday season:

December 24-26: Closed
December 27: 10:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.
December 29-30: Regular hours
December 31: Close at 5:00 p.m.
January 1: Closed
January 2: Back to regular schedule

PA Day Movie Afternoon

The Lincoln Public Library is hosting a PA Day holiday movie afternoon on Friday December 5 from 1-3 p.m at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library.

Two neighbours compete with each other to see who has the best outdoor Christmas decorations in this holiday classic.

For more information, contact the library at 905-563-7014.

Coronation Street Club

The Coronation Street Club will meet again Wednesday January 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, Central Avenue in Beamsville to view that day's episode, have a Corrie quiz and talk about the latest happenings.

For more information and registration, contact Jill Nicholson at the Lincoln Public Library, 905-563-7014.

Lincoln Public Library Holiday Open House

Bring your family and friends for some holiday cheer on Saturday December 20 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library in Vineland. Children will create a Christmas craft and everyone can join a sing-a-long with Mendelt Hoekstra.

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

Coronation Street Club

The first Coronation Street evening was such as success, that we decided to make it a monthly event. We will meet again Wednesday November 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, Central Avenue in Beamsville to view that day's episode, have a Corrie quiz and talk about the latest happenings. For more information and registration, contact Jill Nicholson at the Lincoln Public Library, 905-563-7014.

Service Disruption

There will be no Internet, online catalogue or circulation service at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library (Vineland) on Saturday November 15 for computer changes. There will be a short disruption at the Fleming Library (Beamsville), but Internet, online catalogue and circulation service will be available most of the day.

The Lincoln Public Library apologizes for the inconvenience.

Adult Book Group

The Lincoln Public Library is changing the day and time for its adult book group to the third Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Fleming Library starting in November.

For registration and more information on the book group, contact Jill at 905-563-7014.

Coronation Street Celebration Continues

The first Coronation Street evening was such as success, that we decided to make it a monthly event. We will meet Wednesday October 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, Central Avenue in Beamsville to view that day's episode and talk about the latest happenings.

For more information on this Coronation Street event, contact Jill Nicholson at the Lincoln Public Library, 905-563-7014.

Coronation Street Celebration

Are you a Coronation Street fan? The Lincoln Public Library and the Beamsville Seniors Club are having a special evening just for you!

Join other Corrie fanatics on Wednesday September 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, Central Avenue in Beamsville for a special evening of Corrie trivia, English treats and a viewing of a Corrie episode and the latest antics of David, Blanche and Norris.

For more information on this special Coronation Street event, contact Jill Nicholson at the Lincoln Public Library, 905-563-7014.

Fall Children's Program Registration

It's time for Fall Children's Program registration!

Registration for the library's three preschool programs: Books and Babies, Tales for Twos and Story Hour begins September 22. The programs start October 1 to 3, depending on the program chosen and the location. The cost for each program is $16.00 for 8 weeks.

The after school book club programs: Books and Cocoa Club for Grades 1-3 begin and Bookchat for Grades 4-6 start up again in September. Books and Cocoa takes place the 2nd Monday of the month at Fleming. Bookchat is offered the 4th Monday of the month at Fleming. The cost is $1 per month to cover the costs of the snack.

The library wll be offering a new program starting in October for children aged for 4-8 and their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles or older siblings. The Book Bug Club is a new family book club that not only promotes literacy and a love of books, but also nutures family connections. The Book Bug Club is scheduled for the first Tuesday evening of the month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Fleming. The cost is $20.00 for 8 sessions from October to May and includes a snack.

For more information, contact the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014 or the Moses F.
Rittenhouse Library, 905-563-5711.

Laugh Out Loud at the Lincoln Public Library!

The theme of this year's TD Summer Reading Program is Laugh out Loud. The Lincoln Public Library will be offering a great line-up of summer activities for both preschool and school-aged children. There are even programs for teens.

Registration for the children's programs begins June 27.

Check the Lincoln Public Library's website, www.lincoln.library.on.ca, for more details.

Have fun this summer at the Lincoln Public Library!

Holds and Interlibrary Loans

Did you know that you can put holds on any non-print item in the library, including DVDs?

Did you know that the library can request a book from another library if we don't have it?

Just ask us!

We can help you place holds either at the library or on-line, and we can request the books you need from another library.

Summer Student Program Assistant Opening

The Library has an opening for a Summer Student Program Assistant. The Assistant will help plan and conduct the TD Summer Reading Program, help coordinate the reading reporting volunteers and assist with other library duties as required.

The Student must be returning to school and studying in the following areas: Library Science, Library Techniques, Education or Early Children Education.

The position begins the week of June 9 for 11 weeks. The rate of pay is $10 for a 35 hour week.

Deadline for applications is May 2o.

To apply, contact:

Jill Nicholson, CEO
4996 Beam St., Box 460
Beamsville, ON
L0R 1B0
nicholson@lincoln.library.on.ca
905-563-1810 (fax)

The 2008 Historic Lecture Series will be held during the month of May, featuring the communities and people of Campden, Tintern and the Escarpment.

Here is the schedule of lectures:

May 3 - Campden Reminiscing: Jack McMillan, Jim Juhlke and Friends

May 10 - Memories of Tintern: Eileen Moore

May 17 - Samuel Fry: More than a Weaver: Larry Rittenhouse

May 24 - Early Settlement of Balls Falls: Angela Wallace

All lectures are held at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, 4080 John Charles Bouvelard, Vineland.

For further details or to reserve a seat, contact Cathy Simpson at 562-5711 or simpson@lincoln.library.on.ca

May Book Group

The May Adult Book Group will take place Wednesday May 28, 7:00 in the meeting room of the Fleming (Beamsville) Library. The topic is current reading.

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

Lincoln Public Library’s new Slogan: Learn, Discover, Experience, Explore

The Lincoln Public Library recently held a community contest to find a slogan which would represent its mission and goals. The Library received twenty-three submissions from local residents. The Bout Family from Vineland created winning slogan: ‘Learn, Discover, Experience, Explore’.

“There is no limit to what you can learn about, discover and explore at the library”, stated Library Board Chair Jane Wright. “The slogan tells us exactly what our library offers to every one of us. There is something for every age and stage of our lives.”

The Bouts were awarded a $100 gift certificate from Chapters at the April 7, 2008 Town of Lincoln Council Meeting.

The slogan will be incorporated into all future correspondence and promotional materials.

Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will resume its meetings in April.

The Group will meet April 16, 7:00 p.m. at the Fleming Library.

To confirm your attendance, please contact Jill Nicholson, 905-563-7014.

Library's Strategic Plan

The Lincoln Public Library Board recently approved a new 2007-2010 Strategic Plan. The Plan includes the goals and directions for library service in Lincoln over the next three years.

Some of the key initiatives include enhanced communication to the general public, linkages to information providers, planning for a enhanced facility in Beamsville and specialized information services.

The full document is available through this link:

http://www.lincoln.library.on.ca/About_us/Board_Policies/Strategic_Plan_2007_2010.pdf

The Board would like to hear what the customers of the Lincoln Public Library have to say about this important document.

Bookmark Contest

We now have copies of the winning bookmarks available in full colour at both branches. Take home the work of some great artists!