@ the Westfield Washington Public Library

Volume 11, Issue 11 Library Hours

Monday-Wednesday 10 AM8 PM Thursday & Friday 10 AM6 PM Saturday 10 AM5 PM Sunday 15 PM
CLOSE @ 5 PM 11/27 CLOSED 11/28

November 2013

Building Project Update

The new study rooms have been constructed in the Information/Reference Department and two new offices were carved out of the old staff breakroom. The drywall will be finished soon and will be painted before the new carpeting is laid. As soon as next week we will be reconstructing the shelving so we can move books from the area nearest the bay window as that is next on the list for new wall treatments and flooring. On Thursday, October 24, the power was turned off throughout the building so that new electrical wiring could be installed. It seems like there is still much to be done with only two short months left in the year, yet the project is still on schedule.

for Thanksgiving

Visit our website www.wwpl.lib.in.us Once everything is in place we will have our Grand Reopening in early March so stay tuned for details! Westfield New OverDrive Feature Washington Public Library You now have the ability to renew items that you have downloaded via Overdrive. Just like Board of Trustees: with physical books though, you cant renew an item if someone else is waiting on it. Visit http://help.overdrive.com/article/0260/How-to-renew-digital-titles for more information. Mike Thomas, President David Weiss, Vice President Paul Catlin, Treasurer Nancy Knochel, Secretary Members, Birch Dalton Brian Morales Dan Pitcock The Library Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

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November 2013
Arabic (Egyptian) Arabic (Levantine) Arabic (MSA) Armenian Azerbaijani Bengali Chinese (Cantonese) Chinese (Mandarin) Croatian Czech Danish Dari Dutch Farsi (Persian) Finnish French (& Canadian) Scottish Gaelic German Greek (Ancient & Koine) Haitian Creole Hawaiian Hebrew (& Biblical) Hindi Hungarian Icelandic Indonesian Irish Italian Japanese Kazakh Korean Latin Malay Malayalam Norwegian Pashto Pirate Polish Portuguese (Brazil) Punjabi Romanian Russian Serbian Slovak Spanish (Latin Am.) Spanish (Spain) Swahili Swedish Tagalog Tamil Telugu Thai Turkish Ukrainian Urdu Vietnamese Yiddish

Mango Premiere
Learning a new language is free for all WWPL card holders with the Mango Languages database. We have upgraded our subscription to include all available languages as well as the new Premiere component, the first and only language and culture learning system that teaches through feature films. There are more than 40 foreign language courses and 16 English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. Each lesson combines real life situations and audio from native speakers with simple, clear instructions. The courses are presented with an appreciation for cultural nuance and real-world application that integrates components of vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar and culture. Mango Premiere will be released on November 12th. There are currently 20 films available and we will be showing one on November 23 from 11 AM 1 PM so you can see how it works. To learn more about Mango stop by the library reference desk and we will give you an introduction. Or call 317-8969391, ext. 117.

Anglais pour Francophones Englisch fr Deutschsprachige

Inglese per Italiani

Angielski Dla Polakw Ingls para Brasileiros

Ingls Para Hablantes De Espaol Trke Konuanlar iin ngilizce

Ting Anh Cho Ngi Vit Nam

From the Board of Trustees

The board meeting minutes and packets are posted on the librarys website at www.wwpl.lib.in.us. The Library Board adopted the 2014 Budget, Tax Levy and Tax Rate. General Fund Debt Service Fund Lease Rental Fund Library Improvement Reserve Fund Budget $1,097,500 $ 31,500 $ 284,052 $ 19,000 Tax Levy $570,000 $ 78,000 $322,797 $0.00 $970,797 Tax Rate .0316 .0043 .0179 .0000 $.0538

October 9, 2013 Board Meeting

The library will be closed Thursday Total $1,432,052 October 24th for the electrical service switchover. It was scheduled on this date because the school corporation September Circulation Statistics is on October break and their service Items borrowed by our patrons 32,114 will be affected. Phil Passen from Meyer Najem gave the library board a construction update. The basement floor has been poured. We are waiting for door frames to arrive before the first phase of the interior renovations can be completed. The library board voted to replace the existing vinyl siding on the west side of the existing building with Hardie Plank lap siding that will match what is going to be on the new addition.
Items borrowed by patrons visiting from other Evergreen Libraries 31

Items from WWPL sent to patrons at other Evergreen Libraries 684 New library cards issued 172

New library cards issued to Hamilton County Reciprocal Borrowers 14 Items checked out using the Self Check station 1,399

Dave Weiss was reappointed to the library board for a second 4 year term by the Westfield Washington School Board.

Next Board Meeting: November 13, 2013 at 7 PM

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November 2013
Holidays can bring families together but also can tear them apart. In Time to Remember two sisters come home to see their mother who is suffering from the early stages of Alzheimers. Old hurts and arguments come to the forefront and both girls struggle with their relationship with their mother and each other. Can there be a peaceful Thanksgiving in this household? For the younger audience, take home The Mayflower and the First Thanksgiving. A Learn Our History video that delivers a fun, animated version of the Mayflower story. Join a group of history students on their traveling bicycles as they travel back in time to the Pilgrims first settlement in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In Desperate Crossing, the History Channel worked diligently using diaries of William Bradford and Edward Winslow to recreate the original story of the Mayflower Crossing and the first Thanksgiving. The descendants of the Wampanoag Tribe play their ancestors and speak of the feelings of their people. This doc-drama tells the true story of what life was like in those days, and the reasons why we celebrate this wonderful holiday every year!

Audio/Visual Materials
November, the month that we celebrate Thanksgiving, is a month characterized by turkey with all the trimmings, family, and a feeling of thanks for the things we have been given. Make your Thanksgiving special this year by checking out some DVDs that illustrate the reasons behind this yummy holiday season! Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is a classic that has been around for many years, and it tells the story of a very stressful Thanksgiving in wonderful Peanuts style! Dealing with uninvited guests and a non-existent meal can leave anyone uptight. Charlie Brown is no exception, but as usual, everyone ends up with a lot of good food and a wonderful time is had by all!

New Audiobooks on CD On Wings of Eagles by Ken Follett Silencing Eve by Iris Johansen Classified by Fern Michaels

New DVDs

New PlayAways The Gate Thief by Orson Scott Card

After Earth

Arthur Newman

Let the Dead Sleep by Heather Graham

The Croods Storm Front by John Sandford The Heat Doing Hard Time by Stuart Woods History of the Eagles

Touch & Go by Lisa Gardner

My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor Family Pictures by Jane Green

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November 2013 Clubs

Yu-Gi-Oh/Pokemon Club
All Ages

Childrens Department
Story Times
Preschool & Toddler Story Times
Toddlers 18 months to 3 1/2 Preschoolers 3 1/2 - Kindergarten (accompanied by a caregiver)

Special Programs
Take a Break & Create School Age Art for kids in K & up Nov 13 @ 4:306 PM Celebrate the season using Autumn Colors and a variety of media including leaves. No registration requiredall materials provided. Pottery Classes with Jeremy South Make and decorate pottery, then pick up after Jeremy fires and returns them to the library. Pre-payment and registration required. November 8 Ornaments November 22 Santa plates Tiny Tots & Preschool Pottery Ages 2-6 @ 3:003:45 (No pottery wheel) Cost: $9 each

Miss Vicki brings you stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. There is also an art project, craft, or activity afterward. Nov 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18 & 19. Toddlers Monday @ 10:30 AM Tuesday @ 11:15 AM Preschoolers Monday @ 1:00 PM Tuesday @ 10:15 AM Baby Love
Birth to 18 Months

Bring your cards, play the games, trade cards, and have fun! Wednesday, November 13 @ 6:30 PM American Girl Club
All Ages

Make fun items for your doll! Dolls are welcome but not required.
Wednesday, November 20 @ 5:30 PM

Homeschool Day All ages Give your child a head start to early literacy with this unique free program of rhyme, play and song. November 7, 14 & 21. Paws & Read
All Ages

Kid/Teen/Adult/Pottery Ages 6 to adult @ 45:30 Cost: $16 each Pottery wheel will be used to create two projects. Black Friday Chess Camp Ages 5 to 14
Cost: $20 on or before Nov 24

Bring a lunch if you like and hang out with other homeschoolers, play the Wii, etc. Thursday, November 7 @ 11 AM Sign up at the Children's Desk for 10 minutes to read to a dog who is a very good listener. Saturday, November 9 @ 10:30 AM
The library offers a wide range of materials and programs to enhance the homeschool experience. Please contact Childrens Services for more information.

Nov 29 @ 10:152:30 Would you like your child to do something constructive, educational and fun over break? Good for all levels. Participants will be divided by skill level. Bring a lunch. Children under 7 years of age must have an adult on site. *Unless noted, programs are free, and registration is not required. Also, schedule subject to change without notice due to construction.

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November 2013

For Teens Only!

New Library Gamers Club

Play and talk about video games (Xbox 360 and Wii) with other teens. Fridays from 2:45 to 4:45 November 1, 8, 15 & 22 December 6, 13 & 20 Did you know that we circulate Nintendo Wii games? Well, its true! We have over 100 different games and they each circulate for one week. Limit one game per card.

Aliens Attacked... Congratulations to Anne Watson! Her alien won first prize during last months Teen program Area 51: Aliens Attack! Participants built their aliens out of clay, food, craft supplies, and anything else they could get their hands on.
Have you read Wills blog? He actually reads a LOT of young adult books and writes his reviews there.

You Know You Wanna Read It...

willteenbooks.blogspot.com

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November 2013
Genealogy Club

Adult Activities
Book Discussion Groups The Mystery Book Discussion Group is talking about Death Comes to Pemberley by P.D. James when they meet @ 1 PM on Wednesday, November 6. Come join other mystery lovers at a once-amonth discussion group that meets at the library. You are invited even if you havent read the book! There is no discussion next month, but there will be a used book exchange and holiday party on December 4th with the other book group. Technology Classes With the explosion of e-readers such as the Nook, Kindle, iPad, and many more you may want to try the free books the library has to download to your Euchre Group device. The Intro to E-Books class This group meets is offered at the library and it shows @ 5:30 PM on the you how to search for, download second and fourth and read e-books for free from the Wednesday of library website! Be sure to bring each month, but along your reader! This class is will only be meeting on the 13th due offered on Thursday, November 21 to the Thanksgiving holiday. Bring a @ 3 PM partner or pair up with another single player here. Come relax and enjoy an evening of fun Are you feeling left behind in trying with some great people at this free to use todays program. technology? The General Book Discussion Group Intro to Painting Class reads a wide variety of genres and Computers meets on the third Wednesday of Talented artist Jan Roland is a class for each month. Youre invited even if teaches a class in beginners you havent read Watercolor Painting who want to the book! The Art of and Techniques on learn the Hearing Heartbeats Thursday, November fundamentals by Jan-Phillip 21 @ 10:15 AM of using a computer, such as using a Sendker is this and 1 PM. mouse, keyboard, and basic months topic and No previous art Windows. This class is offered on the discussion is in experience is Tuesday, November 26, @ 6:30 PM. the Sumner Room required, and the on Wednesday, class fee of $15 November 20 @ 1 includes all materials. PM. There is no ESL Classes discussion next month, but there will Monthly Movie Matinee The library offers be a used book exchange and Saturday, November 23 @ 1 PM adult ESL (English as holiday party on December 4th a Second Language) with the other book group. classes for beginners, as well as those who want to improve their English skills. Students pay for class materials. Classes will be scheduled after students submit their completed registration form and submit it to the Information/ Reference Services Desk. Looking for reading suggestions, resources for research, help with your device, or anything in between? Call us at 317-896-9391 or email: librarian@wwpl.lib.in.us *All classes require pre-registration. Call 317-896-9391 to sign up. Saturday, November 2 @ 10:15 AM in the Sumner Room.

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November 2013
They Killed Our President: 63 Reasons to Believe There was a conspiracy to Assassinate JFK by Jesse Ventura Whether youve read one or a dozen of the books on this topic, its nearly impossible to fully grasp the depth of this conspiracyuntil now. Songs of Willow Frost by Jamie Ford Set against the backdrop of Depression-era Seattle, the novel is a powerful tale of two soulsa boy with dreams for his future and a woman escaping her haunted past both seeking love, hope, and forgiveness. (also available in ebook) Who Asked You? by Terry McMillan McMillans latest novel casts an intimate look at the burdens and blessings of family and speaks to trusting your own judgment even when others dont agree. Gone With the Woof: A Melanie Travis Canine Mystery by Laurien Berenson Aunt Peg offers up Melanie's services to help dog breeder/judge, Edward March, write his memoirs. Just as Melanie starts to learn that his memoirs are more of a tell-all, his son, Andrew, is killed. In fragile health, Edward wants to know who killed his son and asks Melanie to investigate. (only available in ebook) The Sound the Furry: A Chet and Bernie Mystery by Spencer Quinn Another great mystery featuring Bernie Little and his dog, Chet, of the Little Detective Agency, takes place in the bayous of Louisiana as our heroes take on a missing persons case.

New Materials
The Edge of Normal by Carla Norton Ten years ago, Reeve was kidnapped and held captive. After a lucky escape, shes spent trying to rebuild her life. When Dr. Lerner asks her to help another girl rescued from a similar situation, she realizes she may not simply need to mentor this young victimshe may be the only one who can protect her from a cunning predator.

An American Bride in Kabul by Phyllis Chesler The Night is Watching Chesler recounts her by Heather Graham ordeal, the nature of gender apartheidand The town of Lily, Arizona, is home to the Gilded Lily, her longing to explore this beautiful, ancient, and exotic country and a former theater and bawdy house. These culture. days, it offers theatrical productions geared to tourists, but the recent Talking Back to Dr. Phil discovery of a skull, a real skull, by David Bedrick has shaken everyone up. So, who This book debunks the do you call? The Krewe of Hunters, quick fixes and simplistic a special FBI unit of paranormal explanations of Dr. Phil investigators. (also available in McGraw. While hes ebook) watched and revered by millions, no critique exists for his Let Me Go daytime adviceand like much of by Chelsea Cain pop psychology, his counsel is often ineffective, leaving people Detective Archie feeling like failures and that Sheridan is about to receive a birthday present something is wrong with them. (only available in ebook) from the last person he ever wants to see again: Gretchen Lowell. The Hanging Man: The Arrest of Ai Weiwei Featured Magazine by Barnaby Martin From the beginning of his career, Weiwei has spoken out against the worlds Vogue Patterns most powerful totalitarian regime, The ultimate in part by creating some of the most sewing magazine beautiful and mysterious artworks of our age, works which have touched Published: millions around the world. bimonthly

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Westfield Washington Public Library 333 W. Hoover Street Westfield, IN 46074

November 2013 Postage paid by: The Friends of the Westfield Library

Phone: 317-896-9391 FAX: 317-896-3702 www.wwpl.lib.in.us www.facebook.com/WWPL46074 Sheryl Sollars, Director Sandy Rowland, Assistant Director

The Westfield Washington Public Library will strive, in partnership with organizations, to provide quality services, materials and facilities that fulfill the educational, informational, technological, cultural and recreational needs of the entire community.

Friends of the Westfield Library

Lifetime Members Friends Board:
Sara Reitmeyer, President Jeanette Wachtel, Treasurer Marie Albertson, Secretary Carly Schull, Member-at-Large
Did you know that for $100 you could become a lifetime member? You would also get your name on a plaque with the other lifetime members. Wed like to recognize those who have already committed to being our lifelong friends. If you arent on the list, dont worry, theres always room for one more!
David & Monica Beck Peter & Molly Beck Jean Chance William G. Cook R. Birch Dalton Eric & Maria de Bie Carl & Ann Dean Darrel Dixon Marge Frantzreb Dawn Garlich Bonnie Gray Elaine Hinshaw Nedra Hoard Jeff & Melissa Hopp Paula Hull Cindy & Larry Land Nancy Lockhart Linda Maines Ginny Mansfield Tammy Marquam McDonald Electrics Kathy Myers Vicki Parker Leanna Roberts Carolyn Robinson Sandy Rowland Jan Smith Sheryl Sollars Kathy Spurgeon Dora Wainwright James Webster Susan Wurster

The Friends of the Westfield Library is an organization designed to promote and support the mission of the Westfield Washington Public Library. Through its fundraising efforts, primarily book sales held in the library and online, the group raises money used to fund library programs and to purchase items that are not in the library's operating budget.