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 Homework Helpers
Lincoln Christian University students will return to Lincoln Public
Library on Monday, Sept. 11 to assist children (grades 2-6) with
homework in the Library Annex, Mondays through Thursdays from
3:30-4:45pm. Please call 732-5732 or email youthlpld@gmail.com for
more information.
Library Back-to-School Bash for Teens
Teens (grades 6 12) are invited to a special Back-to-School Bash
at Lincoln Public Library on Thursday, Sept. 21 from 5PM 6:30PM.
Build your own yummy nachos, make personalized buttons with our
button maker, and create fizzy bath bombs. Not sure youll know
anyone? Bring a friend! This event is free, but please register by
calling 732-5732 or emailing Melissa at youthlpld@gmail.com.
Library Spirit Week
Join us at Lincoln Public Library to celebrate Library Card Sign-up
Month by participating in our very own version of Spirit Week (Sept.
18 Sept. 23). Join staff in dressing up for the daily theme!
Monday: Movie and Music Mania, Tuesday: A Little Literature,
Wednesday: Mix-n-Match Fun, Thursday: Pajama Party, Friday: Awesome
80s, Saturday: Super Sports
Batman Day at Lincoln Public Library
Drop by the Library Annex on Saturday, Sept. 23 during library hours
(9AM 1PM) and enjoy simple crafts and activities centered on the
Dark Knight! Great fun for kids and for those who are young at
heart. No registration required.
CLOSINGS
Labor Day: Monday, September 4, 2017
CIRCULATION NEWS
Fix-It Lincoln The Library now offers a new collection of
books on maintenance, repair, and upkeep. The books include topics
such as automobiles, homes, lawns, health care, musical instruments,
boats, and much more. Funding for this grant was awarded by the U.S.
Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of
State/Illinois State Library.
Links on our Website - Our website has links to many free
services, such as Library On The Go, WorldCat, Khan Academy, the
improved World Book Web, and our Ask A Librarian service, as well as
various downloadable forms. Check out whats new!
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3M Cloud This is our
new ebook database, which is an addition to our existing Library On
The Go database. Thousands of titles are available, with more being
added weekly, and can be searched via our online catalog. You will
need a PIN number to get started. Stop by our Circulation Department
for easy instructions.
Zinio An electronic magazine collection with hundreds of
titles. Create your account with Zinio from our website and start
reading. Stop by the Circulation Desk for more information.
Going on a trip? The Circulation Staff can put a hold on
any outstanding requests you may have so you will get them when you
return. Just stop by and let the staff know your travel dates.
E-mails and text messages Our computer program allows
patrons to receive texts and/or
e-mails for notification of reserved items and overdue notices. If
you are interested in this service, please talk to a member of our
Circulation Staff.
PIN Numbers Dont forget to take advantage of a PIN number
(password) for your account. With a PIN, you can search the entire
POLARIS system, see what items you have out, and request and renew
books from home.
Gift Certificates Need a gift idea? You can purchase a one
year Library card for an individual or complete family that lives
out of the library district. We will provide a gift certificate for
presenting, and the recipient can bring it in, along with a photo ID
and proof of address to receive their own Library Card.
Book Clubs - The Annex Building Circulation Desk collects
reading lists for all the Book Clubs in the area. So if you cant
remember what you read or what you are supposed to read, we have you
covered. Drop off your lists at the Circulation Desk, or e-mail
April Jensen, Circulation Manager, at apriljensen4@gmail.com
[Melissa Oxborrow, Lincoln Public Library]
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