DVD -- FYI

1. Don't override if both pieces aren't there. Some of the DVDs have 2 discs.
2. Check the condition of the DVD when it is returned. Some are coming back "yucky".

Farewell to Julie Hueckstaedt

With a heavy heart we have accepted the resignation of Julie Hueckstaedt, a Youth Services staff member. Julie has accepted another position and will be bringing her many talents to one of our local school districts.

We wish Julie the very best in her future endeavors. Her positive energy, wonderful work ethic and courtesy will be greatly missed by staff, children and our many customers. As a valued staff member, Julie brought dedication and professionalism to all the she did here. We hope she continues to visit us often and keep us updated on what she is doing.

Julie's last date for work at the library will be Wednesday, July 15, 2009.

We extend our best wishes to Julie - and thank her for many years of dedicated service at the Homer Township Public Library! Julie, please stay in touch.

Sheree

Webpage

The horizontal drop-down menu bar has been removed. The menu bar was not working with newer versions of the IE.

All Homer Pages are accessible through the menu on the left.
My Account and Renew are accessible through the catalog link.

Thanks!

TEXAS ROADHOUSE

Our week #2 winner of the Texas Roadhouse certificate for the summer reading program is Angela Fleege. She has been called and her certificate is in the Patron Appl. drawer.

COMPUTER SURVEY

Everyone was emailed a survey about each persons computer skills. This survey is required by the Illinois State Library for the Per Capita Grant. Please check your email and complete this as soon as possible.

If you have any questions, please ask me.

Thanks for doing this so quickly!

Bookkmobile: Untamed Animals Bookmark Contest

Contest runs from June 22-July 1st. Please place entries turned in at the circ desk in the manilla envelope hanging on the cork strip.

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES

Thanks to your efforts we have sold the last Golden Opportunity Coupon Book!

Thank you!!!!!

BEWARE THE SWINGING DOOR

The door at the Circ desk is great, BUT everyone must be careful when letting it swing. It may just come back and swing on your ankle or foot. This has happened already...
Personally I try to keep my hand on the top to avoid the "big swing".

DVDs - Update

The DVD collection is most popular! More movies (of all ratings type) will be placed available this week.

I would like to update staff so you know that many years ago the Homer Library adopted as part of our policy the ALA Freedom to Read and ALA Freedom to View statements. Copies are in the staff kitchen. We do not restrict materials to anyone. This includes DVDs. The ratings included on DVDs are recommendations and not legally restricted. More information is here: http://www.mpaa.org/RatingsParentInfo.asp

The Board believes reading, listening, and viewing choices are individual, private matters. People are free to select or reject materials for themselves and their own minor children but are not to infringe upon the freedom of others to read or inquire. Homer Library District does not stand in place of the parent (in loco parentis). Parents and guardians have the responsibility to guide and direct the reading, listening and viewing choices of their own minor children and adolescents.

In the event that someone may inquire if we restrict DVDs or other material, please feel free to direct them to the Library Director (me) or provide them with a comment sheet. Thank you!

Bookmobile "Wild World" June 23 may move to Library

The Bookmobile has an event scheduled for June 23@ 1:30 at Willow Walk Park called Wild World. The event may be moved to the Library if it is too hot (forcast is 92 degrees.) If patrons call with concerns about the heat, please have them phone in after 12 (noon) tomorrow at which time we will have decided where the event will take place.

Thank you, as ever, for your assistance.

Used book sale

A used book sale is being planned for August 6-10. Last year we were able to raise a large amount of money that helped supplement our book and program budget! We hope that this year will be just as successful.

This year's used book sale is an all staff book sale --- look for more info from Sheree and Sara in the future.

Today's post is to provide you with used book sale dates
Book Sale- August 6, 7, 8, 10.
Collecting starts - July 27
Organizing books and volunteer opportunities begin July 29

WEEKLY TEXAS ROADHOUSE RAFFLE

Carmella Dizeo won the weekly summer reading raffle for Texas Roadhouse. She has been called, and her certificate is in the Patron Application drawer.

FIREWORKS INFO

Last year people were calling to find out information regarding local firework displays. The information is posted on the white board.

Zoo Passes

Hi Ladies,
Due to the OVERWHELMING requests for Zoo Passes this summer, we are changing the check out time to 2 days. Since June 1 we have had 27 check outs.....by limiting the passes to 2 days we can check out approximately 4 more passes each week. If the passes are checked out after 5:00 we will still start the check out time the next day.

Thank you, Kitty

MOVED...

The cash register has been moved to the right of the door going into the workroom. It is not as visible in this spot.

COLD STONE CREAMERY FUNDRAISER

Starting today we are giving out vouchers for a fundraiser at Cold Stone Creamery in Lockport. The vouchers are available at the Circ desk, reading desk, bookmobile and website. Encourage patrons to visit Cold Stone on Tuesday, June 23rd, Wednesday, June 24th, and Thursday, June 25th. There will be staff scooping ice cream on each day from 4-7 p.m. The bookmobile will be there on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. Also, everyone who turns in a voucher is eligible to win a Cold Stone cake or $15 Cold Stone gift card. The vouchers can be used all day any of the 3 days (not just from 4-7).

Congratulations to Sara!

I am pleased to announce that Sara McCambridge has been elected to the PALS Librarians' Advisory Committee. This is an advisory group established by the PALS Board of Directors to serve as a formal conduit of information to the Executive Director and Board of Directors on matters of concern to PALS members.

The Committee is comprised of eight elected and seven appointed members. The Librarians' Advisory Committee meets quarterly.

I am most proud that Sara is representing the Homer Library and serving the PALS members in this new way.

Congratulations, Sara!

DVDs are HERE & other collection news...

The new DVD collection is showcased in the new arrivals area bookcases. Please take a moment to note where they are. Signage is being posted on all computers and on the shelving area to ensure that customers are aware that DVDs are ready to go, so I imagine staff will be getting questions!

New end caps and computer tables (grant funded!) are in place. They customize the space and will allow us to showcase the library and our collections better.

In other collection news -
- Polish and Spanish collections are being exchanged with the Audio and Large Print books in the new book area. This showcases LP and Audio and moves the other two collections in a separate range by the window.
- New Non-fiction will be re-located to the new end caps by the regular non-fiction stacks
- Adult Services will use the end cap closest to the Help Desk for special collections

Please take a moment to review these coming changes.

Next up is the Teen Center!!!! More details will follow about that.

NEW AV CABINET

NEW PLACE FOR CD’S !

THEY ARE NOW IN THE BLUE CABINET NEXT TO THE “ON HOLD” SHELF.
WE WILL CALL THE BLUE CABINET THE “AV CABINET” FROM NOW ON SINCE THE DVD’S WILL BE KEPT IN THERE ALSO.

CD & DVD RETURNS TO BE FILED AND I.L.L. ITEMS WILL BE KEPT ON THE COUNTER TOP WHERE THE CD'S WERE PREVIOUSLY LOCATED.

Bookmobile: National Book Award Contest Winners

Three winners for the Bookmobile National Book Award bookmark contest have been contacted. They will come into the library to pick up their prizes which are on JodyO's desk/shelf.

Please take a photo of the winners.

Thank you so much!

Mary Poppin's Tickets

Because it is too hard to keep tract of the people that are entering the ticket give away, just give the patrons a ticket if they ask.
Thanks, Kitty

Teen Intern Program: Deadline Extended

The deadline for Teen Intern Applications has been extended to Monday, June 8th. I've changed the date on the applications.

Thanks!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

Congratulations to Judy!!!! Her daughter Kendra had a darling little girl last Tuesday, May 26. Her name is Lily Ellen and she is gorgeous! Congratulations, Judy!

FYI - Jean Norka

Homer Resident Jean Norka passed away Sunday morning. Many of you may have known Jean, or her children Jenny and Alex. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Norka Family.

Her visitation will be held on Friday, June 5 from 2-9 at
Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home - Orland Park
9000 W. 151st St.Orland Park IL 60462