Fall Children's Program Registration

Registration for the fall session of children's programs will start the week of September 18. Books and Babies registration begins on September 18 while registration for Tales for Twos and Preschool Storytime begins September 20.

For more information on the programs, contact Miss Gail for Books and Babies and Miss Elisabeth for the other two programs at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Summer/Fall Newsletter

The Lincoln Public Library'a Summer and Fall Newsletter is now available at both library locations and on the library's website- www.lincoln.library.on.ca.

TD Canada Trust Donation to Summer Reading Program

The Beamsville bank branch of the TD Canada Trust Bank has generously donated $500 to the Lincoln Public Library towards the final wrap up party of the TD Summer Reading Program.

A big thank you to them from all the children who are participating this summer.

Moses F. Rittenhouse Library Anniversary Quilt

As part of the celebrations to mark the tenth anniversary of the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library in Vineland, a commemorative quilt will be created. The public is invited to design a quilt block which will be incorporated into this very special quilt.

There will be five quilting sessions held in both Lincoln libraries during July and August:
Beamsville: Thursday, July 20th, 11a.m. – 12 p.m.; Wednesday, August 9th, 2 – 3 p.m.
Vineland: Tuesday, July 11th, 2 - 3 p.m. ; Tuesday, July 25th, 2 – 3 p.m. ; Tuesday, August 22, 2 – 3 p.m.

Sessions are open to people 7 years of age and up.

Celebrate @ your library!

Lincoln Public Library Strategic Plan

The 2006-2009 Lincoln Public Library Strategic Plan has been posted on the library's website. On the home page, click on Library info, then click on Library Board Page.

Summer Program Registration

Registration for Lincoln Public Library's Summer Program for children begins June 29 at both the Fleming and Moses F. Rittenhouse libraries.

Summer Student Volunteer Program

The Lincoln Public Library is seeking students between the ages of 12 and 15 to participate in our Summer Student Volunteer Program. Students can assist with the following summer programs: Summer Reading Program; Read to Me Program; Library Bingo and weekly programs.

Interested students can pick up an application form at the circulation desk and return it to either Library. Once your application has been received, we will contact you to discuss your placement.

Earn your community service hours @ your library!

Summer Hours Start

Starting June 1st, the Fleming Library closes at 8:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday instead of 9:00 p.m. The hours at the Moses F. Rittenhouse Library remain the same.

Smoke-Free Ontario Act

In accordance with the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, smoking is prohibited at both Lincoln Public Library locations. Additionally, the Act also makes it illegal to smoke within 9-metres (@ 30 feet) of all library building entrances. Thank you for your cooperation.

June Book Group

The Lincoln Public Library Book Group will next meet June 21 at 7:00 p.m. This month's topic is 'Reader's Choice'. The members can present any book they feel will be of interest to the group. For more information on the book group, contact Jill Nicholson at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

2005 Annual Report

The Lincoln Public Library's 2005 Annual Report will be distributed to the community in the spring water and sewer billing. Please check out all the great things we did last year!

If you don't get a water and sewer bill, you can get a copy at either library in Beamsville or Vineland or at the Town Hall.

Summer Student Position has been filled

The Summer Student Position has now been filled.

Watch for more information soon on our plans for our great summer program for children - 'Quest for Heroes'.

Summer Program Assistant Position Available

The Lincoln Public Library is inviting applications for the position of Summer Program Assistant. All applicants must be returning to school in the fall to be eligible. Post secondary students in education or early childhood education preferred. See the library's website, the federal government's online Job Bank or contact either library location for more details.

May Book Group

The Lincoln Public Library Book Group will be meeting May 17 at 7:00 p.m. This month's topic is Canadian Fiction published in the last five years. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact Jill at the Fleming Library, 905-563-7014.

Moses F. Rittenhouse Library Anniversary

2006 marks the 10th anniversary of the current Moses F. Rittenhouse Library in Vineland. The Library will be marking this year with a series of special events, some in conjunction with the centennary of the Horticultural Experiment Station in Vineland and with the Pennsylvania German Folklore Society. Check back for more details soon!

April Book Group Topic

For the April Book Group, members will be reading biographies or autobiographies. New members are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jill at the Beamsville Library, 905-563-7014.

Fine Amnesty Days

The Lincoln Public Library will be having Fine Amnesty Days from March 27-31. The Library is changing its fines starting April 1 (see a previous entry), so use this opportunity to clear your fines!

Wireless Access in Vineland

The Moses F. Rittenhouse Library in Vineland now has wireless Internet as a trial project.

Book Group

The Lincoln Public Library Book Group will next meet Wednesday March 15 in the meeting room of the Fleming Library. We will be discussing British mysteries this time. Staff have prepared lists and other finding aids to help you find the right book. The Group is happy to welcome new members. Please contact Jill at the Fleming Library for more information.

Preschool Program Registration

Registration for the next session of Books and Babies, Tales for Tots and Storyhour begins March 20. Please check out website for more details.