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.