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.

Holiday Closures

Both locations of the Lincoln Public Library - the Fleming (Beamsville) Library and the Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Library - will be closed for the holiday season:

December 24, 25. 26 and January 1.

The Library will close on December 31 at 5:00 p.m.

The regular schedule will apply for the rest of the holiday season.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will next meet on Thursday January 21 at 1:30 p.m. at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library's meeting room.

The next topic is 'Biographies'.

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

Registration for Winter Preschool Programs

Registration for the Winter Preschool Programs - Babies and Books, Tales for Twos and Preschool Storytime will begin the week of January 11, 2010.

Community Needs Survey

The Lincoln Public Library is conducting a Community Needs Survey. Copies are available at both branches.

Please participate in this survey because we need your input to ensure that the Library is providing the collections, programs and services you need. You will be able to choose a free book and will be entered into a draw for a great prize!

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

Adult Book Group - November Meeting

The Adult Book Group will meet again Thursday November 19 at 1:30 in the Beamsville meeting room.

This month's topic is Female English Mystery Writers.

New members are always welcome.

For more information or to join the book group, please contact Jill Nicholson at 905-563-7014.

Kelley Armstrong and Edo Von Belkom Coming this Monday - October 19

Don't miss out on the most exciting literary event this year in Lincoln!

Kelley Armstrong - the most renowned Canadian paranormal author and Edo Von Belkom - an award winning fantasy author - are coming to the Lincoln Centre, Central Ave. Beamsville on Monday October 19.

Help us celebrate both Ontario Library Week and Halloween with this great event.

Tickets are only $10 and the proceeds with help support the Beamsville Library building fund.

Tickets are available at both libraries and will be available at the door.

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

Fall Preschool Programs

The fall session of the Lincoln Public Library's preschool programs begins today!

We do have a few openings still available.

Call to check availability.

October Book Group

The Adult Book Group will next meet October 15. The topic is the novels of Jodi Picoult.

For more information on the book group, please contact Jill and the Fleming Library,05-563-7014.

Coronation Street Club Ends

The Coronation Street Club has ended. We thank all those dedicated members who attended.

Keep watching Coronation Street!

Library Delivery Service

Do you know someone who is housebound, either temporarily due to illness or surgery or due to a permanent condition? Would they benefit from a regular delivery of library books, DVDs, etc.?

The Lincoln Public Library provides a delivery service for those who cannot come to the library. Library staff will prepare a list of items based on the preferences of the recipient. Items will then be delivered by volunteers.

If you know of someone who will benefit from this service, contact Jill at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library, 905-563-7014.

Coronation Street Club

The next get-together of the Coronation Street Club will take place Wednesday September 23 at 6:30 p.m.

Note that the club program will be slightly different due to the time change for Coronation Street. We will view the episode at 6:30 p.m. and then have our quiz and general Coronation Street discussion.

See you there!

For more information either leave a message on the blog or contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Author Evening with Kelley Armstrong and Edo Van Belkom

An evening with:

Kelley Armstrong, author of Bitten
and
Edo Van Belkom, award winning horror, science fiction and fantasy author

October 19, 2009, 7:00 p.m.

Lincoln Centre
4361 Central Ave.
Beamsville, ON

Tickets $10

Available at both Lincoln Public Library locations - Fleming Library, 4996 Beam St., Beamsville and Moses F. Rittenhouse Library, 4080 John Charles Blvd., Vineland.

Proceeds to the Lincoln Public Library Building Fund.

Join a Winning Team - Be a Volunteer!

Looking for a volunteer job? Want one that will benefit the whole community? Come join the library's volunteer team!

We welcome high school students who need to complete community service hours and others who have some spare time to contribute to their Library.

Some of the projects available include helping with children's programming, assisting with the indexing of the local history collection and collection returns.

The work of volunteers is greatly appreciated because they enhance what the library can do for the community.

If you are interested, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Summer Program Registration

The TD Summer Reading Club and Read to Me registration begins June 29 at both the Beamsville and Vineland locations.

We are presenting some great events, so register early to guarantee your spots!

Playaways

The Lincoln Public Library has just received a small selection of Playaways - prerecorded talkingbooks in a MP3-like player. They are great to take on a walk or while commuting. All you need to do is provide your own earbuds and an AAA battery.

They will be available at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library, but you can request pickup at the Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Library.

Coronation Street Club on hiatus

The Coronation Street Club will go on hiatus for June, July and August so that our Club Members can enjoy the summer weather.

Come join the fun again in September! Find out what's going on with David, Ken, Steve and the whole Corrie gang.

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

TD Summer Reading Club and Read to Me

The Library's children's services staff is busy planning this summer's exciting programs. The Theme for the TD Summer Reading Club is 'Agent 009', so mystery and detection will be part of the action!

The Library will also continue the popular "Read to Me' program for preschoolers. By popular demand, we will be adding a weekly drop-in storytime at each library.

Children's services staff will be visiting Lincoln's elementary schools in June to talk to students about the Library's fantastic summer programs.

Check back soon for more details.

Bookcase from original Rittenhouse Library

The Lincoln Public Library has recently acquired a bookcase that was used in the original Rittenhouse Library. It is located to the right of the Moses F. Rittenhouse desk in the current Moses F. Rittenhouse Library.

The Library is pleased to add this piece which represents Moses F. Rittenhouse's commitment to public libraries and his community, Vineland.

Historic Talks Series - Changes

The last two lectures for the Historic Lecture Series on Jordan will both be held on Saturday May 16 at the School House at the Jordan Museum. Jim Fretz will speak first on Jordan Harbour and Helen Booth will follow on Weavers of the Twenty.

There will be no lecture on May 23.

May's Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will next meet on Wednesday May 20 at 1:30 p.m.

Contact Jill at the Fleming Library for more information - 905-563-7014.

May's Coronation Street Club Meeting

The Coronation Steet Club will meet on May 27, 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, Central Avenue in Beamsville.

We will first have a Corrie quiz then we will watch that day's episode (which will be taped due to the Stanley Cup playoff coverage on CBC).

See you there!

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

Coronation Street Club

The Coronation Street Club will not be meeting Wednesday April 29 as advertised in the local media. This was a misprint.

The Coronation Street Club will meet again on May 27.

Local History Talks

The 2009 edition of the Local History Talks are coming soon. The focus this year is on Jordan.

May 2 - St. John's Cemetery - Brian Culp

May 9 - Jordan: 23 years later - Leonard Pennachetti

May 16 - To be announced

May 23 - Weavers of 20 Valley - Helen Booth

For further details, contact Cathy Simpson at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library - 905-562-5711 or simpson@lincoln.library.on.ca

Book Group - Date Change for April!

The Book Group meeting has been changed to April 16 instead of the previously announced April 23.

See you then!

Resume Workshop

The Lincoln Public Library will be hosting a free resume workshop on April 7 from 1-4 p.m. in partnership with the Niagara West Employment and Learning Resource Centres.

To register or for more information on the workshop, please contact the Niagara West Employment and Learning Resource Centres at 905-563-1515.

April Coronation Street Club

The next meeting of the Coronation Street Club will be held Wednesday April 22, 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre. We will have a Corrie quiz before watching that night's episode. I have some special prizes that have been donated to the group for the winners!

All Corrie fans are invited to attend.

Find out what is going to happen next to Steve and David!

Did you see the article in the Grimsby Lincoln News about our group?

Books and Babies is now Full

The Spring Books and Babies program at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library is now full. There is still space in both the Tales for Twos and the Preschool Storytime programs.

Adult Book Club

The Adult Book Group will meet on Thursday March 26 at 1:30 p.m. We will discuss the future direction for the group and the type of books to be read.

If you are attending, please contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Volunteer Opportunities at the Library

Looking for a volunteer job? Want one that will benefit the whole community? Come join the library's volunteer team!

We welcome high school students who need to complete community service hours and others who have some spare time to contribute to their Library.

Some of the projects available include helping with children's programming, assisting with the indexing of the local history collection and shelf reading.

If you are interested, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

March Break Program Update

The Multi-Cultural Food Fest and the Passport to Past programs at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library are now full. We are taking names for a waiting list in case of cancellations.

Both the Multi-Cultural Food Fest and Passport to the Past programs at the Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Library have been cancelled due to low registration.

There is still room in all the teen March Break programs.

Preschool Programs Registration - Spring 2009

Registration for the next session of Babies and Books, Tales for Twos and Preschool Storytime begins March 23. Check the library's website for more information.

New Fax and Colour Copy Services

The Lincoln Public Library is now offering fax and colour copy services at both the Fleming (Beamsville) and Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Libraries.

The cost for fax service is $1.50 for the first page and $1.00 for subsequent pages.

Colour copies cost $1.00 per page.

Coronation Street Club

The next meeting of the Coronation Street Club will be held Wednesday March 25, 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre. We will have a Corrie quiz before watching that night's episode. I have some special prizes that have been donated to the group for the winners!

All Corrie fans are invited to attend. Find out what is going to happen next to David and Tina and Liam and Maria.

Did you see the article in the Grimsby Lincoln News about our group?

March Break Programs

The Lincoln Public Library will be offering two fantastic programs for children in Grade 1 and up.

Multi-Cultural Food Fest!

This March Break, cooking instructor Alba Siena will teach us how to make foods from around the world. We will enjoy Mexican tacos, Caribbean fresh fruit kabobs and St. Paddy’s Day mint chocolate shakes. We’ll listen to some tales from near and far and decorate our chef hats too!

Monday March 16

Fleming Library @ 10:00-11.00 a.m.
Moses F. Rittenhouse Library @ 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Passport to the Past

Join us as we explore the cultural roots of the settlers to the Niagara region. Miss Sylvia from the Jordan Museum will help us experience the pioneer way of life with the stories, crafts and activities that the pioneers brought from their countries of origin.

Thursday March 19

Fleming Library @ 10:00 -11:00 a.m.
Moses F. Rittenhouse Library @ 2:00-3:00 p.m.

These programs are for children in grades 1 and up. (no exceptions please)

Cost: $2.00 per child.

PLEASE REGISTER IN ADVANCE AT EITHER BRANCH. SPACES ARE LIMITED. PERMISSION FORMS MUST BE SIGNED FOR THE FOOD FEST.

February Book Group

The Lincoln Public Library Book Group will meet Thursday February 26, at 1:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the Fleming Library. We will talk about current reading and future readings.

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

February Coronation St. Club

The Coronation Street Club will meet again on Wednesday February 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, Central Avenue in Beamsville. Our Club will be featured in the Grimsby Lincoln News so watch for that article!

To register your attendance, please contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Corontation Street Club

The Coronation Street Club will meet again on Wednesday January 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Centre, Central Avenue in Beamsville.

Let's talk about what David is up to now!

To register your attendence, please contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will meet on Thursday January 22 at 1:30 p.m. We will discuss the future direction for the group and the type of books to be read.

If you are attending, please contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Registration for Preschool Programs

Registration for the Winter Session of the Library's Preschool Programs begins January 12 at 10:00 a.m. at both library locations.

See the library's website for specific programs and dates.

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!

Winter 2008 Preschool Program Registration

Registration for the Winter Preschool Programs begin the week of January 14.

Books and Babies registration begins January 14.

Tales for Twos and Preschool Storytime registration begins January 16.

Special Programming during the Christmas school break

The Lincoln Public Library will be offering special children's programming during the Christmas school break.

Thursday January 3 - 10:30 - Chinese New Year Party - for ages 6 and up - $2.00 program fee
Friday January 4 - 11-noon - Wonderful World of Winter - for ages 3-6 - $2.00 program fee

Both programs will take place at the Fleming Library (Beamsville).

For more information, contact Miss Elisabeth or Miss Gail at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Moses F. Rittenhouse Library opens on Fridays

Beginning January 11, 2008, the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library will open Friday afternoons from 1-5 p.m. The Library Board made this decision based on the requests for Friday service that came from the 2006 Community Survey.

Christmas Closures

The Christmas closures for the Lincoln Public Library will be as follows:

December 24 -December 26: Closed
December 27-29: Regular Hours
December 31: Close at 5:00 pm.
January 1: Closed
January 2: Regular Hours Resume

Christmas Open House

The Lincoln Public Library will be having a Christmas Open House on Saturday December 8 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library.

The current art show artists will be on hand to discuss their work.

Donna Bothen will be conducting a Christmas Stocking workshop.

Refreshments will be served.

Non-perishable food donations for the Community Care would be greatly appreciated.

Bookmark Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the Lincoln Public Library’s 2007 Bookmark Contest!

K-2 – Eva J.
Grades 3-5 – Grace J.
Grades 6-8 - Isaac H.

Each winner receives a $25 gift certificate from Chapters. They will receive their prizes in the near future at a Town Council meeting.

Slogan Contest

The Lincoln Public Library is continuing its search for a new slogan. We need a slogan which effectively blends the concept of the library’s vision and mission, history and place in the community into one concise phrase. Anyone 14 years of age or older is eligible to enter.

Winners win a $100 Chapters gift certificate. The slogan will be used by the library for all its marketing initiatives.

To enter, see the library's website for an entry form or email your entry with your name, age, email address, home address and telephone number to info@lincoln.library.on.ca

The deadline for entries is November 23, 2007.

November Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group will meet on November 21 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fleming Branch. The topic will be ‘Current Reading’.

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

Library Strategic Plan 2007-2010

The Lincoln Public Library Board has recently approved a new Strategic Plan for 2007-2010. It has now been posted for public viewing on the Library's website.

Please take a look at where the Board plans to take the Library over the next three years.

http://www.lincoln.library.on.ca/

Canadian Public Library Monty/Ontario Public Library Week

Libraries:The World At Your Fingertips:

Each year, during the third week of October, public libraries across the province celebrate Ontario Public Library Week. Ontario Public Library Week was first announced by the province in 1985, and has since become the annual focus for promoting library services in Ontario. This year Ontario Public Library Week coincides with Canadian Library Month, so libraries across all of Canada will be celebrating.

Ontario Public Library week recognizes the important contribution Ontario's libraries make to the economic health and quality of life in our communities through their role in preserving and providing access to information in all its forms. Come celebrate with us today!

Provincial Election Information

The Library has posted links on information for the October 10th provincial election and referendum on the main page of its website: http://www.lincoln.library.on.ca/.

Be an informed voter!

Lincoln Public Library celebrates Library Week with contests

The Lincoln Public Library will be holding two contests in October to celebrate Library Week, October 14-19.

The Lincoln Public Library needs a slogan which blends the concept of the library’s vision and mission, history and place in the community in an appealing and easy to understand way. Library patrons 14 and older are eligible to submit one original slogan. The winning slogan will be used on the library’s stationary, website, and in other publications. Persons interested in entering the slogan contest can pick up an entry form at either the Fleming or Rittenhouse Library, or download an entry form from our website. The deadline for entry is October 8, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.. The winner will be announced on October 19 and will win a $100 Chapters gift certificate.

Students in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 can participate in our bookmark contest. The Library is looking for original submissions which celebrate youth and libraries. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: Junior Kindergarten to Grade 2, Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8. Entry forms are available at both Library locations and can be downloaded from our website, The deadline for entry is October 8, 2007. The winners will be announced on October 19 and each will win a $20 Chapters gift certificate.

For more information, contact: Jill Nicholson, Chief Executive Officer- 905-563-7014 nicholson@lincoln.library.on.ca

Niagara Reads - October 17

The Adult Book Group is pleased to be hosting an author reading on Wednesday October 17 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m at the Fleming Library meeting room. The reading is part of the region-wide Niagara Reads program which takes place during the month of October, Canadian Library Month. The reading is open to the public, and there is free admission.

Kara Bartley, a Niagara Falls author and Vertebrate Paleontologist, will be presenting her fascinating thriller, The Siamese Mummy. The novel's central character is Jenna Matthews, a celebrated vertebrate paleontologist, returning home from a conference in Niagara Falls, who starts investigating the tale of sick animals and missing people in Kansas.

Diane Bisson, author of 'Tragedy, Truth & Triumph', will be sharing her touching and poignant message based on her horrific motorcycle accident in Sydney, Australia. Diane is a retired bilingual educator and Special Education Specialist with 35 years of teaching experience. Diane has also written, designed, and published a series of children's books.

Historic Lecture Series

The 2007 Historic Lecture series focuses on Beamsville. The lectures will take place in the Fleming (Beamsville) Library's meeting room from 10-11 a.m.

Oct. 6 – Document Preservation – Ray Konkle
Oct. 13 – First Baptist Church – Marion Dawdy
Oct. 20 – Walker Hall – Patricia Boyle
Oct. 27 – Lincoln Agricultural Society – Joe Kelter
Nov. 3 – Heritage of Quilts – Donna Bothen.

For more information or to register, contact Cathy Simpson, 905-562-5711.

Fall Children's Program Registration

Registrations for the fall children's programming begin the week of September 17. Check the library's website for more details.

Seniors Advisory Committee

The Lincoln Public Library plans to set up a Seniors Advisory Committee. Through this committee, the library can obtain input in order to develop programs and other services of interest to the seniors in our community.

The Library is seeking interested seniors who would like to participate on this important committee.

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

Slogan and Bookmark Contests

This fall, the Lincoln Public Library will be conducting a slogan and bookmark contest as part of this year's Ontario Library Week celebration.

Anyone 13 and over will be invited to create and submit a slogan which best represents what the Lincoln Public Library is all about. Children 12 and under will be invited to create a bookmark about the Library.

Watch this blog for more details which are coming very soon!

Your input is needed

The Lincoln Public Library is looking towards the future. We need your input on what type of facility and what services you would like to see in Beamsville.

Please add a comment to this posting so we can have a record of your ideas!

September Adult Book Group

The Adult Book Group is taking a break over the summer, but the members are still busy reading. The topic for the September meeting is members' 'Summer Reading', so the books to be discussed are guaranteed to be ecletic.

New members are always welcome to join our interesting group.

The September meeting will take place Wednesday September 19 at 7:00 in the meeting room of the Fleming Library.

Teen Sunmmer Programs

Check the Library's website for the list of great teen summer programs. Make a great summer even better by coming to the Library!

Summer Program Registration

Summer Program registration begins Friday June 29 at the Fleming (Beamsville) Library and June 30 at the Moses F. Rittenhouse (Vineland) Library.

Please check the Library's website for more details.

Summer Job Posting

The Lincoln Public Library is advertising for a Summer Program Assistant. This position assists the Library's Children's Services staff with the Summer Reading Club's activities. The ideal candidate should be enrolled in a post-secondary program in Education, Children's Studies or Early Childhood Education.

To apply, contact Jill Nicholson, 905-563-7014, fax your resume and cover letter to 905-563-1810 or drop them off at either Library location.

Thank you for your interest, but the position has now been filled.

TD Summer Reading Program

The Lincoln Public Library will again offer its successful TD Summer Reading Program in July and August. This year's theme is 'Lost Worlds'. The Children's Services staff is hard at work preparing a fun program.

Check back soon for more information!

June Adult Book Group

By popular demand, the Adult Book Group will meet Wednesday June 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fleming Library meeting room.

This month's topic is "Women's" fiction.

The Book Group will not meet in July or August. We will meet again Wednesday September 19.

New members are always welcome. For more information, call Jill Nicholson, 905-563-7014.