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August 2017 Volume 22 Issue 8
Inside This Issue
From My Side of the Desk 1
Veggie Feast 2
Movie Series 2
Adult Craft Nights 2
Book Clubs for Adults 3
Family History Help 3
Adult Reading Challenge 4
Great American Eclipse 4
Books & Beans News 4
Coming This Fall 5
Teen Scene 6
Pizza & Pages, Anime Club,
Puppetry Club
Teen Choice Lists ’17-’18
Kid’s Corner 7
Store Hours, Puppet Show,
Fall Programs
Month at a Glance 8
From My Side of the Desk
Happy August! This summer has flown past. We wrap up another successful summer reading program with the library store opening on July 31 from 6:30-8:30 pm. Ms. Katherine has a great selection of goods for the kids to purchase with
their hard earned library loot.
To recover a bit from an always busy summer, we are closed on Sundays in August. Programming also slows down just a bit in August to allow us to recover and plan all the great things coming this fall. However, our regularly scheduled programs continue with our three (3) book clubs. Our mystery readers are welcome to join “Booked for Murder,” which meets on the first Monday of the month at noon to discuss an author’s body of work, ra-ther than a single book. Our regular fic-tion book club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm to discuss a wide variety of fiction novels. This month we are reading and discussing Kitchens of the Great Midwest, by J. Ryan Stradal. Non-fiction book club meets every fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 pm. This month they are discussing Operation Mincemeat, by Ben McIntyre. All are wel-
come to join!
Beyond our book clubs we will also be having our adult movie night and craft
night. Details are on page 2.
On August 21, a total solar eclipse will pass
across the entire continental United States for the first time in over 100 years. Here in Brookings, we can expect to see about 90% coverage of the sun by the moon. In preparation for this great event, Judy Vondruska (SDSU Physics Depart-ment) will be presenting an informational class on the nature of eclipses and how to safely observe them on Wednesday, August 9, at 3:00 pm. In conjunction with the eclipse, we have received a grant of 1000 pairs of eclipse glasses that we will be giving out .
Due to limited supply we are allowing 2 pairs of glasses
per family.
Ashia’s Book Recommenda-tion: Gilded Cage by Vic James. In modern-day Brit-ain, magic users control
everything: wealth, politics, power—and you. If you’re not one of the ultimate one-percenters—the magical elite—you owe them ten years of service. Do those years when you’re old, and you’ll never get through them. Do them young, and you’ll never get over them.
This is the darkly decadent world of Gild-ed Cage. In its glittering milieu move the all-powerful Jardines and the everyday Hadleys. The families have only one thing in common: Each has three children. But their destinies entwine when one family enters the service of the other. They will all discover whether any magic is more powerful than the human spirit.
(goodreads.com)
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Adult Craft Night
Adult craft night is held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Cooper Room. It is free and open to any adults who wish to participate. Crafts in August and Sep-
tember are:
Little Lark Sachets - Tue., August 29 This evening we will be learning how to make stuffed felt birds that can be used as sa-chets in drawers or closets. We will be cutting out, sewing and stuffing these little birds. These can be made as little gifts for special friends or relatives. All materials will be pro-
vided. Registration required.
Home Made Christmas Wreath - Tue., September 26 We will be making a Christmas wreath out of paper towel and toilet paper tubes. With a bit of paint, a few beads and glue, a lovely wreath can be constructed. Come give it a try. It may lead you to making many more things. For this project you’ll need four (4) paper towel tubes or about eleven (11) toilet paper tubes. Bring what you have and we’ll supple-
ment that with what we have.
Summer Movie Series - Come enjoy a free movie and popcorn This month’s movie is: Silence on Thu., Aug. 10 Two 17th-century Jesuit priests travel to Japan to locate their men-tor, who has allegedly renounced his faith. There, their devotion is tested when they discover that Japanese Christians are being sys-
tematically exterminated. Rated R 160 minutes
Next month’s movie will be Doctor Strange starring Benedict
Cumberbatch. Rated PG-13 133 minutes
Veggie Feast
The library is hosting a community veggie feast on Thursday, September 21 at 6:30 pm
Come enjoy a meal with neighbors and friends. See what others do with the fresh pro-
duce available at this time and share recipes and ideas with others.
This is a potluck event, so whip up your favorite vege-tarian recipe to share. Need some ideas? The library has a generous serving of vegetarian and vegan cook-
books that are sure to whet your appetite.
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Library book discussion groups are open to anyone who wants to attend.
This newsletter is published monthly by the staff of the Brookings Public
Library.
Editors - Alison Tappan & Ismael
Pallares
Design & Layout: Rae Brecht
Contributors: Ashia Gustafson ,
Rae Brecht, & Nancy Swenson.
Library Book Club
August 8 - Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal
(Humanities One Book South Dakota 2017)
Each chapter in J. Ryan Stradal’s startlingly original debut tells the story of a single dish and character, at once capturing the zeitgeist of the Midwest, the rise of foodie culture, and delving into the ways food creates community and a sense of identity. By turns quirky, hilarious, and vividly sensory, Kitchens of the Great Midwest is an unexpected mother-daughter story
about the bittersweet nature of life—its missed opportunities and its joyful surprises. It
marks the entry of a brilliant new talent.
Non-Fiction Book Club August 28 - Operation Mincemeat by Ben McIntyre
In 1943, from a windowless basement office in London, two brilliant intelli-gence officers conceived a plan that was both simple and complicated— Operation Mincemeat. The purpose? To deceive the Nazis into thinking that Allied forces were planning to attack southern Europe by way of Greece or Sardinia, rather than Sicily, as the Nazis had assumed, and the Allies ultimately chose.
Charles Cholmondeley of MI5 and the British naval intelligence officer Ewen Montagu could not have been more different. Cholmondeley was a dreamer seeking adventure. Montagu was an aristocratic, detail-oriented barrister. But together they were the perfect
team and created an ingenious plan. (from Amazon.com)
Booked for Murder - Mystery Book Club that discusses an author’s body
of work rather than a specific title. Mon., Aug. 7 - Five or fewer—This month we read a book by authors who have
written five or fewer books. Everyone gives a short review of the author they read. This
gives us a chance to explore new writers.
Mon., Sep. 11 - Linda Castillo
Mon., Oct 2 - Brian Freeman
Books by these authors can be found in the library’s collection.
Family History Research
Help Session
The Brookings Area Genealogical Society is hosting a Family History Research help session on Sat., August 12th from 10 a.m. to noon in the second floor Historical Room of the Library. All
are welcome.
For more information contact:
Liz Gorham [email protected]
Cell 695-7917 Home Phone 692-4551
A D U L T
S
is open on the second floor of the library
9:30 am-5 pm
Monday-Friday
Serving hot and cold beverages, baked
goods, soup and sandwiches.
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Adult Summer Challenges
Adult Reading Challenge
Our summer reading challenge continues this month. Pick up a bookmark at
the front desk, fill it out with books you’ve read and turn it in and your name
will entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire. Pick up, read and turn in any num-
ber of bookmarks to increase your chances of winning. Reading continues
through August ,with the drawing being held on Monday, Aug. 28.
Build a Better World Challenge
Take time to build a better world here in Brookings. Complete three of the ac-
tivities on the back of the reading bookmark and win a special book bag.
Books
&
Beans
Coffee Shop
If you require assistance, alternative formats, and/ or accessible locations
consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Shari Thornes, City ADA Coordinator, at 692-6281 at least 3 working days prior to any meeting held at the Library.
Preparing for
the Great American
Eclipse
On August 21, 2017 a total solar eclipse will pass across the entire
continental United States for the first time in over 100 years. While a total eclipse will be visible in parts of Nebraska, we will experience about 90% coverage of the sun by the moon in Brookings. In preparation for this event, Wednesday, August 9 at 3 pm in the library Cooper Room A, Judy Vondruska (SDSU Physics Dept.) will be discussing the na-ture of eclipses and how to safely observe them. Attendees will also be provided with
ideas for constructing simple viewing devices in advance of the eclipse.
Come learn how to take full advantage of it without doing harm to your eyes.
More information can be found at:
http://eclipse2017.nasa.gov
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Coming This Fall
Historic Re-enactor Monday, October 3 at 7 pm Re-enactor Darrell Draper will bring to life J. Morton Sterling in the library Cooper Room. Morton Sterling is a member of the Nebraska Hall of Fame, was the acting Territorial Governor of Nebraska, the Creator of Arbor Day, and the United States Secretary of Agriculture under President Cleveland. This 45 minute presen-tation is free and open to the public. This program is made possible with a grant
from the SD Humanities Council.
Friends of the Library
Annual Fall Book Sale Wed., October 11 - Sun., October 15
6th Annual Star Wars Reads Day Party Saturday, October 21 1-3 pm
Food, activities, books, photo opportunities, special guests, and more.
Costumes welcome.
Baby Bounce Storytime ● Monthly Puppet Shows
Storytimes ● Family Science Night ● Music Makers
PIZZA & PAGES ● ANIME CLUB
PUPPETRY CLUB
Booked for Murder ● Library Book Club
Non-Fiction Book Club
Adult Movie Night ● Adult Craft Night
PIZZA & PAGES A book discussion group for teens. Participants will be provided with a copy of the book to read before the discussion. For teens in grades 6th - 12th. Registration is limited.
Fall Dates: September 21 @ 7 pm October 26 @ 7 pm November 30 @ 7 pm
Watch for titles of the books in our monthly newsletter.
ANIME CLUB - WATCH. TALK. CREATE. WIN. WATCH anime. TALK about manga and anime with friends. CREATE new art, manga, and cosplay. WIN great prizes! For teens in grades 7th - 12th.
WEDNESDAYS @ 3-4:35 PM BEGINS SEPTEMBER 13
PUPPETRY CLUB - Do you like to perform? If so join the Puppetry
Club and perform the monthly show! For teens in 6th - 12th grade.
Practice Tues., August 1 @ 6:00 pm
Perform Thu., August 3 @ 6:00 pm (show @ 7:00 pm)
Practice Tues., September 5 @ 6:00 pm Perform Thu., September 7 @ 6:00 pm (show @ 7:00pm)
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Teen Scene
2017-18 SOUTH DAKOTA TEEN CHOICE LISTS
Middle School I Am Princess X by Cherie Priest
Beneath by Roland Smith
Code of Honor by Alan Gratz
Ghost by Jason Reynolds
Haikyu!! by Haruichi Furudate
Love and Gelato by Jenna Evans Welch
Girl in the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse
I Will Always Write Back by Caitlin Alifirenka & Martin Ganda
Lily & Dunkin by Donna Gephart
Top Prospect by Paul Volponi
OCDaniel by Wesley King
Under Their Skin by Margaret Peterson Haddix
High School The Serpent King by Jeff Zentner
Gutless by Carl Deuker
All American Boys by Jason Reynolds & Brendan Kiely
The Problem with Forever by Jennifer Ar-mentrout
The Girl I Used to Be by April Henry
Not If I See You First by Eric Lindstrom
We Are the Ants by Shaun David Hutchinson
Exit, Pursued by a Bear by E. K. Johnston
Illuminae by Jay Kristoff and Amie Kaufman
Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake
Zeroboxer by Fonda Lee
Riders by Veronica Rossi
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Kid’s Corner
Beginning
Mon., September 18
Baby Bounce Storytime features songs, fingerplays and books for infants and toddlers up to 24 months. This program is held on Mondays at 10 am. Registration is required.
Storytimes They will feature books, songs, crafts paired with apps, video clips and more. Storytime will be held on Mondays at 11 am.
Music Makers Rhythm and movement based storytime featuring a variety of musical genres, in-struments, and more. Geared for chil-dren 5 and over. This 8-week session is offered on Mondays at 6:15 pm and Tuesdays at 10 & 11 am. Registration is required and limited to 20 kids per ses-sion.
Registration will start the August 14th.
Last Summer Puppet Show
Thursday, August 3 at 7 pm
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
31 6:30 - 8:30 pm
1 August 9:30 - 11:30 am
2 1-3 pm
3 9:30 - 11:30 am
4
7 6:30 - 8:30 pm
8 9:30 - 11:30 am
9 1-3 pm
10 9:30 - 11:30 am
11
14 15 16 17 18
21 22 23 24 25
28 Last Day 6:30 - 8:30 pm
29 30 31
Summer Library Store Hours
Family Science Night
This evening event features a va-riety of hands-on activities for families to explore together. They will begin in September and are held the last Tuesday of each month from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the Children’s Activity Room. The first one this fall will be on September 26.
Monthly Puppet Shows
Monthly puppet shows at the li-brary on a Thursday night @ 7 pm are scheduled this fall on the following dates:
Thu., September 7
Thu., October 19
Thu., November 16
Thu., December 14
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 9:30-11:30 am
Library Store Open
2
1-3 pm Library
Store Open
3 9:30-11:30 am
Library Store Open
7 pm Puppet Show
4
5
6
Library Closed
7
Noon Booked for
Murder
6:30-8:30 pm
Library Store Open
8 9:30-11:30 am
Library Store Open
6:30 pm Library
Book Club
9
1-3 pm Library
Store Open
3 pm The Great
American Eclipse
10
9:30-11:30 am
Library Store Open
5:30 pm Library
Board Mtg**
11
12
10 am
Family
History
Help
13
Library Closed
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Library Closed
21 Great American
Eclipse
22
23
24
25
26
27
Library Closed
28
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Last Day Library
Store Open
7 pm Non-Fiction
Book Club
29
6:30 pm Adult Craft
Night
30 31
** Board Meetings are open to the public.
515 Third Street
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