AUBURN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWSLETTER July 2016

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1 1 AUBURN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWSLETTER July 2016 New Changes to Download Destination Service In response to our current holds situation, the policy committee has agreed to adopt an exploratory short loan policy for the titles in our consortium with the most holds. The 12 titles with the most holds in our consortium will now be restricted to a maximum 14-day checkout period. The policy committee will keep a close watch on the effects of this new policy, and report to the next user s group meeting. New Option For Patron Due-Date Receipts Help the Library continue to go green, and no more worries about losing your paper due-date receipts! At the Check-Out Desk, you can now ask staff to send due-date receipts to your account. Just indicate your preference when you check out your items. Paper due-date receipts are still available, if a patron prefers this option. New: Library Book Bags Available For Checkout! The Auburn Hills Public Library now has book bags for patrons to borrow, just like other library materials. These sturdy canvas bags will be located in the main hallway, under the information monitor. If you forget your bag at home, feel free to borrow one from here! The bags are available for a 3-week loan period, with two renewals. If you are late in returning the bag, the overdue fine is $.15 per day. If you lose a bag, the replacement cost is $10. Bags are available on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no holds allowed on the bags. We hope you enjoy this new addition to our services! AUBURN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY 3400 East Seyburn Drive Auburn Hills, MI auburn-hills.lib.mi.us Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday - Closed Featured Adult Programs Book Bingo Wednesday, July 13 2:00-3:00 pm Murder by the Book Discussion Group The Leisure Seeker by Michael Zadorian Saturday, July 16 10:30-11:30 am Auburn Hills Writers Group Thursday, July 21 7:00-8:30 pm

2 2 NEW YEAR OF MICHIGAN ACTIVITY PASS IS UNDERWAY! The Michigan Activity Pass Presented by the Library Network is underway for its fourth year. This program is a partnership between Michigan s nearly 400 public libraries and over 400 cultural, historic, and outdoor attractions, now including seven National Park Service sites. Library users with a valid library card can print a pass, either from home or at the Library, to one of the participating cultural institutions. A link is available on the Library s website auburn-hills.lib.mi.us Look for the balloon-shaped icon on the right side of our homepage. Some partners offer complimentary or reduced price admission; others, discounts in their gift shop or other exclusive offers for MAP pass holders only. Each pass expires one week from the date it is printed. Coloring Club For Adults Tuesday, July 5, 6:30-7:30 pm Looking for a way to reduce stress and unwind? Join us for an hour of fun and coloring. Grab a friend, sit back and have a good time. Supplies and snacks will be provided. Feel free to bring your own coloring books and supplies. Register by calling , or go to our Events Calendar to register online. After Hours Movie at the DEN Friday, July 8, 7:00-9:00 pm (Doors open at 6:45 pm) Join the Auburn Hills Public Library for Movie Night at the DEN in downtown Auburn Hills. Library Board Board Meeting Thursday, July 28 7:00 pm Library Board Members Richard Siepielski President Vacant: Term Expires November 2017 Vice-President Cathy Moldenhauer Secretary Vickie Ellis Financial Officer Vacant: Term Expires November 2019 Trustee Kanelo Kastran Trustee Library Director Stephanie McCoy English Conversation Group Monday, July 11, 18, 25, 1:00-2:00 pm Practice speaking English in a friendly group setting with other ESL students and new English speakers. No registration. All levels welcome. Free. For additional information, contact the Adult Services Department at Spine Breakers Teen Book Club (For Grades 6-12) Monday, July 11, 6:00-7:00 pm This library book club is all about reading just for fun! We ll all read the same book, then meet up to talk about what we read. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact the Youth Services department at

3 3 Origami at the Library (For Grades 6-12) Wednesday, July 13, 7:00-8:00 pm Have you ever tried origami? Some people find paper folding to be very relaxing. Come try it out and see if you agree. All supplies are provided. For more information, contact the Youth Services department at Make and Take Craft (For Grades 6-12) Friday, July 15, 3:30-4:30 pm This is a fun project to get you in the mood for summer: a grab-n-go new-sew T-shirt bag. Bring a favorite old shirt with no holes. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at Anime Club (For Grades 6-12) Tuesday, July 19, 6:00-8:00 pm Our anime/manga club meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Meet other teens like you who love watching anime and reading manga. We ll watch anime and do other fun activities. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at Build a Basic Budget: The 5-Step Spending Plan (For Grades 6-12) Wednesday, July 20, 6:00-7:30 pm This workshop teaches participants how to set up a spending plan, track spending, find ways to save, and meet financial goals. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at Let the Games Begin! (For Grades 6-12) Wednesday, July 22, 6:00-8:30 pm To celebrate the 2016 Summer Olympic Games, we are having a tournament focusing on minute-to-win-it games. Come join all the excitement with prizes and snacks! For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at Tie-Dye (For Grades 6-12) Tuesday, July 26, 2:00-4:00 pm Come join us for an exciting tie-dye event at the Pavilion across from the parking lot behind the Community Center. Bring a 100% cotton T-shirt or other white item; we will provide everything else. The dyes we use are permanent. The clothing you wear may get stained, so please wear clothing that is OK to work in. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at

4 4 Introduction to Karate (For Grades 6-12) Friday, July 29, 4:30-5:30 pm Use martial arts to build confidence, discipline, fitness and self-defense. Join us for a demonstration of Karate techniques. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at Family Crafts (For All Ages) Fridays, 1:00-5:00 pm; Saturdays 10:30 am-5:00 pm; Mondays 10:30 am-3:00 pm Each weekend during Summer Reading and throughout the first week of July, we will offer drop-in crafts for parents and children to share. Athletes Storytime (For Ages 3-First Grade) Tuesday, July 12 (Freaky Fast/Super Slow) and 26 (Hop, Skip and Jump!), 10:30-11:15 am This is a weekly activity for those enrolled in our Summer Reading Athletes group. Little Champs (For Children Under Age 3 with a Caregiver) Wednesday, July 13 and 27, 10:30-11:15 am Program includes organized songs, stories, and finger plays followed by a free time for parents to chat with one another. Please register for each week separately. Register by calling , or go to our Events Calendar to register online. Made in Michigan (For All Ages) Thursday, July 14, 7:00-8:00 pm This unforgettable presentation features live goats, chickens, geese and more. All the animals in the program have been born and bred in Michigan. Farming has been the second-largest industry in Michigan for many years. Animals and crops are bred and grown for food on a farm, but there are also breeds bred for show and companionship. Organic farming is discussed, as manure from the animals is composted for gardening. Family Jigsaw Challenge (For All Ages) Saturday, July 16, 2:00-4:00 pm Compete with family or friends by forming a team to see who can complete a 500-piece puzzle first.

5 5 Avondale Theatre Company (Athletes Storytime) Tuesday, July 19, 10:30-11:15 am The Avondale High School Theatre Company will present Wiley and the Hairy Man by Susan Zeder, based on Native-and African-American folklore, which tells the tale of a young boy trying to face his fears of the unknown in Cajun country. Avondale Theatre Company (Challengers and Olympians Storytime) Wednesday, July 20, 7:00-8:00 pm The Avondale High School Theatre Company will present Captain Louie, a musical by Stephen Schwartz (creator of Wicked), based on Ezra Jack Keats children s book The Trip about the new kid in the neighborhood who tries to find his place, and allows his imagination to take him and his friends on epic adventures. Athletes Yoga Storytime (For Ages 3-7) Thursday, July 21, 7:00-8:00 pm Learn some beginner and basic Yoga moves during this interactive storytime led by Miss Lisa. Sports Science (For All Ages) Thursday, July 28, 7:00-8:00 pm The combination of athletics and physical science make this a unique program, with much audience interaction. Concepts addressed include: Sir Isaac newton s 3 laws of motion, inertia, gravity, and action/reaction, and their relationship to modern-day sports. Family Video Game Afternoon (For All Ages) Saturday, July 30, 2:00-4:00 pm Come show your competitive spirit and gaming skills while we play Wii Smash Brothers and Mario Kart. All ages and skill levels welcome.