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Summer Newsletter ~ June - Sept 2016
 
 
 
LIBRARY BOARD MEMBER FRANCINE DAGUE RECEIVES "CITIZEN OF THE YEAR" AWARD
On April 28th, Francine Dague was presented the "Citizen of the Year" Award by the Downingtown-Thorndale Regional Chamber of Commerce.  Since joining the Downingtown Library Board in 2012, Francine has worked tirelessly on behalf of the library...raising funds, building awareness, and advocating for the Library.  Francine helped to create inaugural events including Readers on the Run 5K and Links for the Library.  A third new event, Library Love, will be held at Downingtown Country Club on Sept. 29th.  It will include a live auction hosted by Mr. Downingtown. 
THANK YOU Francine for everything you do for the Library!
WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBERS JOSH WAGNER & DEBBIE SHUPP!
The Downingtown Library is pleased to welcome two new members to the Library Board.  Debbie Shupp comes to the Board with extensive experience in non-profit organization leadership specializing in donor identification and cultivation.  She also has worked for many years with planning and executing development plans, volunteer recruitment, and marketing.  Josh Wagner, who has lived in and around Downingtown for over 30 years, owns and operates Solomon Caw Marketing.  In addition to marketing, the company that Josh created with a partner does fundraiser event planning and specializes in community investment marketing.  Josh also has published several books and loves working with teen and young adult readers.  Debbie and Josh bring tremendous experience, knowledge and enthusiasm to the Board and to the Downingtown Library!
 
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Dust off your golf clubs and grab a foursome for the 2nd Annual Links for the Library.
Sponsorship opportunities available.
For more information, contact Mary Larsen at mlars315@gmail.com.
 
Purchase Tickets or Sponsorship
Auctioneer Mr. Downingtown will present Unique Items such as:
  • Weekend Stay In Avalon, NJ
  • Behind the Scenes Tour of Victory Brewing
  • Ride on fire truck in Christmas Parade
  • Chef's Table at Amani's BYOB
  • Ride in antique Mercedes Benz
  • Custom Jewelry
For raffle donations or sponsorship opoortunities, contact
Francine Dague at francine.dague@gmail.com
Purchase Tickets
A big THANK YOU goes out to our community supporters for continuing to donate their time, money, and support in so many ways! 
THANK YOU TO ROBERTS SUBARU FOR ONCE AGAIN SPONSORING READERS ON THE RUN & LINKS FOR THE LIBRARY!
A special thanks goes to Planet Fitness and Sherwin Williams for going above & beyond during our Readers on the Run event.  During the inclement weather, the businesses opened their doors to shelter volunteers from the wind and cold. 
FRIENDS OF THE DOWNINGTOWN LIBRARY NEWS
 Thanks for the record setting Friends Spring Book Sale—we raised nearly $6000 to help support the library’s daily operations and materials purchases.  Mark your calendars for the Fall Book Sale, which will kick off on Oct. 14 &15.  We are NOT accepting book donations at this time, but we will welcome donations of gently used adult & childrens  books (no textbooks) beginning Tuesday, Sept. 6th. 
 The Friends of the Downingtown Library are selling tote bags with the new library logo for only $15.  These sturdy canvas duck bags have reinforced handles and a handy inside pocket for storing your library card.  Stop in to get one before they sell out!  All proceeds support the library.
 
 
Staples has announced that the Downingtown Library Company has been approved for funding from Staples Foundation in the amount of $500.00 in support of our education and  job skills programs.  Staples relayed: "Your commitment to improving the local community aligns with Staples’ goal of enriching the areas where our associates and customers live and work.  This funding is being provided to you as part of 2 Million & Change, a program supported by Staples Foundation that is designed to give $2 million per year to non-profit organizations that support the Foundation’s mission and are nominated by Staples associates. We believe that the best way to give back to our local communities is to give our associates a voice and let them choose."
SUMMER
STORYTIMES

RAISE A READER
CHILDREN 0-24 months
Mondays 9:30-10 OR 10:30-11am
ONLINE Registration Begins Monday 6/20 at 9am.

TODDLER STORYTIME
CHILDREN 2 UP TO 3 YEARS OLD
Wednesdays 9:30-10 OR 10:30-11
ONLINE Registration Begins Tuesday 6/21 at 9am.

3 YEAR OLD STORYTIME
No Younger Siblings Permitted
Tuesdays OR Thursdays 9:30-10am
ONLINE Registration Begins Wednesday 6/22 at 9am.

4-6 YEAR OLD STORYTIME
No Younger Siblings Permitted
Tuesdays OR Thursdays 10:30-11am
ONLINE Registration Begins Wednesday 6/22 at 9am

CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR WEBSITE & CLICK ON THE CALENDAR TO REGISTER

 
UPCOMING  & ONGOING CHILDRENS PROGRAMS
PAWS FOR READING
Visit & Read with the Library's Volunteer Therapy Dogs
3rd Wed of each month starting at 6:30pm.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

LEGO CLUB
Bring Your Creativity and Build some Fun Creations the 1st Thurs of each month at 6:30pm.  No registration required, Legos provided.

WELCOME TO KINDERGARTEN

MONDAY, AUGUST 22ND 6:30PM
Children entering kindergarten in the fall are welcome to join this program all about kindergarten.  Stories & snacks provided.  Registration required.

TOUCH A TRUCK

SATURDAY, SEPT 10TH 10AM-NOON
Join the fun for the whole family! A variety of different types of trucks, construction vehicles, medical vehicles, buses, etc will be on site for an informative, hands-on experience.

 

SUMMER READING CLUB
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER!
Be sure to stop in the library to register & grab your packet for this year's SUMMER READING CLUB.  Children entering grades 1-5 are welcome to join.  Participants can earn "book bucks" by reading.  Programs are held every Monday & Wednesday at 3pm through August.  Registration required for programs due to space requirements & materials. 

KEEP COOL THIS SUMMER & READ!
ONGOING
ADULT PROGRAMS

FILM FORUM
2nd Tues/Month


FANTASY BOOK CLUB
2nd Mon/Month


WRITER'S GROUP
2nd Thurs/Month


LIBRARY BOOK CLUB
4th Tues/Month


SENIOR CENTER BOOK CLUB
4th Thurs/Month 1PM
Meets at the Senior Center in Downingtown

Call or stop into the Library for book lists.
 
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
LYME DISEASE

JUNE 20TH
6:30 PM
Public Health Educator Lindsay Smith will lead this program all about Lyme Disease -prevention, treatment...
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

HOW TO USE ANCESTRY.COM

JUNE 21ST
1:00 PM
Interested in learning more about your family tree? Learn to use the valuable resource: www.Ancestry.com.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

INTRO TO CUTTLEBUG: Card Making & More
JULY 13TH
1:00 PM
Cathy Murphy presents this program for anyone interested in crafts & card making.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

SLICES OF DOWNINGTOWN HISTORY
SEPT. 29TH
6:30 PM
Presented by Downingtown Historical Society- beginning to the formation of the Borough in 1859 told through visuals, maps, photographs of past & present.  1st of four part series.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

 
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT.

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