Our Mission Statement: The Marion Public Library enhances the quality of life in our community by

encouraging reading and the pursuit of lifelong learning.

Marion Public Library 445 East Church Street Marion, OH 43302 740-387-0992 marionlibrary.org

Gary Branson, Executive Director

Main Library Hours Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Closed Sunday

Branch Hours: Monday & Thursday: 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Branches: Caledonia Public Library 419-845-3666

Henkle-Holliday Memorial Library, LaRue 740-499-3066 Prospect Public Library 740-494-2684

Board of Trustees Malcolm Goodman, President Patrick Carey Carol Lathrop Jennifer Donelson Catherine Ferguson Diane Watson David Williamson

A volunteer and fundraising group working to support the efforts of Marion Public Library.

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The Chilton Library online resource allows you to search for repair procedures, diagrams, and maintenance specifications for most car makes and models.

It also offers ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) practice quizzes.

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The BookMarks

Kim C. loved this Appala-

chian coming-of-age story.

David H. recommended this near-future

thriller about drought in the Southwestern

US.

Gary Branson enjoyed this

psychological thriller about an

author with a double life.

Cathy adored this teen fantasy

set in a world inspired by

ancient Rome.

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The Wire July 2015

marionlibrary.org This summer, being heroic can be easier than you think. How? Re-search shows that not reading over the summer can cause young minds to lose up to three months of reading achievement. You can be a hero and fight that “summer slide” by getting 20 minutes of reading in per

day. Our fearless Summer Reading Club is a great way to do just that, allowing

kids to earn prizes simply by read-ing books. It continues through July 25, and anyone 18 & under can sign up at our Youth Services Desk. When the Summer Reading Club draws to a close, there will still be bunches to celebrate during the fina-le party on July 25. Kids of all ages are invited to dress as their favorite superhero and enjoy the finish of all of their heroic summer efforts. But there are still lots of events that will happen before the final party. Our school age crafts, story times, Teen Tuesdays, and Family Fun Nights will all be happening each week until the finale. There are plenty of local heroes to talk about this summer, as well. Each year, the Warren G. Harding Symposium (a collaboration of The Ohio State University at Marion, Marion Technical College, the Harding Home and Memorial, and

the Marion Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau) presents in-depth analysis on a single topic or event in the Harding Era, or related areas of interest. This summer, the library is offering programs to coincide with this event, that will focus on Ohio’s First Ladies. From the glitz and glamor the First Ladies have portrayed, to some of the traditions that they have contin-ued or created, our summer events will examine some of the ways that these women have influenced society. There will also be a Community Read that will tie into this theme as well, with a casual discussion on the title “Mrs. Grant and Madame Jule” by Jennifer Chiaverini. In this his-torical fiction novel about the deep and often complex friendship be-tween Julia Grant, wife of Ulysses S. Grant, and her servant, Jule, the turbulent changes of the time are highlighted and provide lots to talk about. Heroes! History! Glitz! Glamor! Ex-citement! And it’s all happening this month at your Library. Read on to see when your events will be taking place.

You may have noticed a dif-ferent format for this month’s edition of The Wire. This is just a part of the Library’s focus on improving and up-dating all that we do, in order to serve our community to the best of our abilities. We hope you’ll enjoy a more vibrant newsletter, with a focus on what’s new in the literary world, as well as hearing from our staff about current library happenings and prob-ably most importantly: what we’re reading now! We are incredibly passionate about books, and we are al-ways looking for more ways to share this with our pa-trons. We are also extremely interested in hearing from you about how we’re doing. If you have anything library-related you’d like included in this publication (or any input about our other services), please do not hesitate to let us know.

Read! | Learn! | Enjoy!

Visit the Youth Services desk or call 387-0992 to register

School Age Crafty Mondays 2:30 pm (ages 6-12) Join us for a heroic afternoon of crafting every Monday during the summer! July 6th Be a Hero—Recycle! July 13th Create Your Own Pop-Up Book July 20th Thank a Hero

Family Fun Nights on Thursday 6:00-7:00 pm (all ages) Fun evening programs for the whole family, featuring heroes from our local community! July 2nd Ohio Army National Guard July 9th Heifer International July 16th Marion County Parks District All About Birds July 23rd Marion County Parks District All About Reptiles/Amphibians

STORYTIMES @ Main Library: Through July 22nd

Baby Time: Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. Ages 0-2 Toddler Time: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3 Preschool Time: Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 4-6

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities suited to your child’s develop-ment level. No registration required—just drop in!

TEEN TUESDAYS School’s out? Teen Tuesday is back in session! Each week, our small meeting room will turn into a different craft or activity area from 3:30-5:00 pm.

Summer Reading Finale Saturday, July 25th 2:00-4:00 pm

Come dressed as your favorite hero

and celebrate all the fun we had during Summer Reading Club!

What Pet Should I Get? by Dr. Seuss

Beyond the Kingdoms by Chris Colfer

Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee

Jedi Academy #3 by Jeffrey Brown

Adult Events & New Titles

Reserve these items today; in person, online or by phone at 387-0992.

ADULT SUMMER PROGRAMS @ MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY

JULY 29TH @ 7PM

JULY 22ND @ 7PM

JULY 15TH @ 7PM

JULY 1ST @ 7PM Glitz & Glamour in the White House Dr. Mary Halkovich will discuss the History, Jewelry, and Fashion of Ohio’s Presidential First Ladies, with antiques on display.

Christmas in July: White House Traditions and the First Ladies Learn the history of many of the White House’s Christmas tradi-tions and create an ornament of your own.

A Visit From “Lemonade Lucy” Lucy Webb Hayes will be por-trayed by Deb Shatzer, from the Delaware County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, for this historical romp.

Community Read Book Discussion Read this year’s pick for our Summer Community Read any time during the summer, and you’re invited to join us for a lively and casual discussion! Mrs. Grant and Madame Jule by Jennifer Chiaverini

Take Part In This

Summer’s

COMMUNITY READ

Ask for a copy at our front desk!

A Month of Programs Inspired

by Ohio’s First Ladies & the

Warren G. Harding Symposium