Volume 1, Issue 5 December-February, 2014/15 Wells Public Library 1434 Post Road, Wells, ME (207) 646-8181 wellslibrary.org Reading Wells From the Director Obamacare Enrollment We have a number of wonderful things happening at the library. The AARP tax folks will be here helping out individuals beginning February 3rd. This year we will also be doing “computer camps” to help provide exposure to beginner computer and tablet tech. Healthcare Navigators Robin Hewitt-Bibber of York County Community Action and Celyn Reed of Nasson Health Care will help people apply online for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) Marketplace. Appointments are necessary, please call the library at 646-8181 or email Kristi Bryant at [email protected] to schedule an appointment and find out what you need to bring. This winter also marks the first of a series of fundraisers put on by the Wells Public Library Foundation Inc. and local businesses. Proceeds from these fundraisers will go to support our renovation and expansion. As always, I look forward to seeing you at the library. If you have questions, please stop by my office any time. December 11th, 1:00-5:00 p.m. January 13th, 4:00-7:00 p.m. February 2nd 1:00-5:00 p.m. February 12th 3:00-7:00 p.m. Computer Camp Join us for these informative sessions. We’ll cover the basics in a broad assortment of areas, often with help from Jared Leadbetter from the Maine State Library. All programs are from 1:30-2:30 p.m. January 6th - Download e-Books January 8th - Apps for computers, tablets, and phones January 15th - Computer Basics, such as powering a computer on and off and how to use a mouse January 22nd - Mouse and Keyboard Practice January 29tth - Basic Internet Use February 5th - Using E-mail February 12th - Internet Searching February 19th - 3-D printing Gardening with Jolene Join our Master Gardener Jolene Staruch for these awesome gardening events: December 12th 2:00-3:00 p.m. – Forcing Hyacinth and Paper White Bulbs January 9th 10:00-11:30 a.m. – Seed Ordering and Garden Planning February 13th 2:00-3:30 p.m. – Starting Seeds Visions for 2015 Create your vision for 2015 using Vision Boards. Our own Kristi Bryant will define vision boards and their use. You may bring photos of yourself and words or images from magazines, but the library will provide all materials. AARP Tax Help The Wells Public Library is delighted to announce that the AARP Tax Aide Program will be returning each Tuesday from 1:00-6:00 p.m., starting February 3rd until April 14th to answer questions and help electronically file your taxes. They can also help with questions regarding the new Property Tax Fairness Credit, formerly known as Circuit Breaker or Property Tax and Rent Refund. Page 2 Reading Wells Meet a Friend Pat Andrus Friend Since 2014 How did you hear about the Friends? Pat: I sought it out. I was a Friend at a previous library, and I think they are vital to the community; children in particular. What is your favorite activity as a Friend? Pat: The craft fair! What is your favorite part of being a Friend? Pat: They are a window into the community. It’s also a great way to make new friends! What do you think are the most important things that the Friends do? Pat:: Support the library and the needs of the community through advocacy and finance. Knitting and Crocheting Group Fridays, 10:30-noon All ages and skill levels are welcome to join our knitting/crocheting group each week to stitch and share patterns. Lunch and Learn Join us on the first Friday of each month at noon for our Lunch and Learn Series. Feel free to bring your lunch and enjoy a presentation while you eat. We will provide drinks and dessert. December 5th: Maine Author Lea Wait. “Shadows on a Maine Christmas: An Antique Printer Mystery” December 12th: Norton Family of the Norton Lights January 2nd: Coupon Expert Kathy Slowick February 6th: Carol Steingart “Make your Own Sushi!” Volume 1, Issue 5 Ethel Weymouth Art Gallery Karen Gosselin-Diebolt - Oil Paintings December Recently discovering a hidden talent for oil painting, Karen Gosselin-Diebolt is a self-taught artist who will be showing her “Nature At Its Best” collection with us. Brenda Mannino - Photography January Brenda Mannino is a self-taught painter, photographer, writer, and will be exhibiting her photography at the Wells Library in January. Dennis Poirier - Oil Paintings February Dennis Poirier is an American Expressionist painter, working mainly in oils, and has pursued art since high school; studying at the Butera School of Art in Boston, the Gloucester Academy of Fine Arts, and the Arts Student League in New York City. Reading Wells Volume 1, Issue 5 Page 3 Programs for Children Wells Public Library Storytimes Teen Programs Mother Goose, Ages 0-2 Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Random Fandom Friday, December 5th, January 9th, and February 6th at 2:00 p.m. For children 0-24 months with a caregiver, this program offers special lap rhymes, finger plays and books to introduce your child to language and socialization. Storytime, Ages 2-5 Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. For children 2-5 years with a caregiver, this program features books, songs, and movement activities all designed to help develop your child's language skills. There will also be an optional craft at the end of the program. New Storytime Session Coming in January! Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. beginning January 6th Ages 2-5 years old and their caregivers are welcome to join us on Tuesdays for stories, songs, and movement, all followed by a craft. On the first Friday of every month we will celebrate a new popular theme geared towards kids in grades 5-8. Each month we make crafts, talk about our favorite aspects of our chosen theme, eat snacks, play games, and just have fun! Anime Club Thursday, January 15th and February 19th at 2:00 p.m. Are you in 5th grade or above and love Anime and Manga? If so, come join the fun at our first Anime Club! We will meet at the library to discuss, read, and even watch today’s latest trend in animation. For more information regarding teen programs, please contact Cidney Mayes at [email protected] or by calling the library at 646-8181. All children’s and YA programs are free, and sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library. Family Programs Children’s Programs Holiday Express Party Monday, December 22nd at 2:00 p.m. Owls of Maine Presented by Chewonki, All Ages Tuesday, December 16th at 4 p.m. Come in your pajamas, drink hot chocolate and eat cookies while listening to Chris Van Allsburg’s classic “The Polar Express”. Crafts and activities to follow! Chewonki’s Traveling Natural History Program is coming to the library! They will be bringing three live owls to teach us about the characteristics and calls of each bird. Participants will engage in a detailed look at these beautiful creatures, bringing them out of the night and into the light! Reader’s Best Friend, All Ages Saturday, December 20th, January 31st, and February 28th at 10:30 a.m. Calling all young readers! Calling all animal lovers! Children are invited to read to Dawn and her therapy dog Trace at the Wells Public Library on the last Saturday of the month. BJ Hickman Magic Show, All Ages Wednesday, February 18th at 10:30 a.m. Magician BJ Hickman is coming back! Using comedy magic, dazzling deceptions, audience participation and mind reading miracles, the magician’s shows are a popular favorite throughout New England. Prepare to be amazed! For more information regarding children’s and family programs, please contact Allison Herman at 646-8181 or [email protected]. All children’s and YA programs are free, and sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library. Family Craft Party Thursday, January 22nd at 6:00 p.m. Kids of all ages and their families are invited to an evening of creativity. We will have different stations set up with art projects to create together, or bring your own project to work on! Valentine Crafternoon Friday, February 13th 11:00 a.m. for young children and 2:00 p.m. for tweens and teens Come to the library to make your Valentine’s Day cards! We will provide the supplies for you to get as creative as you can. Please note the two sessions of this fun event: 11:00 a.m. for the younger ages and 2:00 p.m. for grade school and above. Family Game Night Thursday, February 19th at 6:00 p.m. We are so excited to bring Game Night to the library! We will provide various board, card, and even Wii games for the whole family to enjoy. Play as a team, compete against each other, or participate in some librarian-led trivia exercises. Don’t miss out! Wells Public Library 1434 Post Road Wells, Maine 04090 Phone: 206-646-8181 Fax: 207-646-5636 E-mail: [email protected] www.wellslibrary.org Wells Public Library: For Every Chapter of Your Life Library Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:00am-6:00pm Tuesday, Thursday: 1:00pm-8:00pm Saturday: 10:00am-1:00pm Local Postal Customer For Your Information: Library Cards A Wells Public Library card is available free to legal residents and/or property owners of Wells, Ogunquit, Kennebunk, and Kennebunkport. A legal resident is defined as someone who is registered to vote in Maine, has a valid Maine driver’s license, or has registered one’s motor vehicles in Maine. Library cards are also available free of charge to Town of Wells employees, faculty of the Wells-Ogunquit Consolidated School District, faculty and students at York County Community College, and employees of other educational and community service agencies located in Wells. To obtain a Resident Library Card: Applicants must present proof of residence, property ownership, school attendance, or employment at the time of registration for a card as well as verification of mailing address. Non-Resident Library Cards may be purchased for a fee of $20/year, or $10/3 months. Once you have your library card it is important to bring it everytime you come to the library in order to check out materials. Need to use a computer? The library has 9 computers for public access to the Internet and Microsoft Office products. If you don’t have a library card, please stop at the Check Out desk to pick up a guest pass. Users are allowed 30 minutes per session, with the option of another 30 minute session per day. Printing is $.15/page for black and white copies, $.50/page for color copies. If you have your own device (laptop, tablet, smartphone), you may access the library’s wireless signal anywhere in the building and outside the building after hours. Printing is available on wireless devices. For more information feel free to ask our Reference Librarian, Kristi Bryant at 646-8181, ext. 205. Please check our website or stop by the library for information about any additions or cancellations to these programs.