Gardiner Public Library

Loving the movies……..

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One of my favorite “reference books” is VideoHounds’ Golden Movie Retriever.  This book rates movies on DVD from a high of four bones to a low of no bones which merits a “Woof!”.  The index is great for accessing movies by actor, director, awards, and even category.  Looking for a movie that deals with Mistaken Identity?  How about Invasion of the Body Snatchers or  Seconds?   VideoHound has 4 columns of titles to keep you busy there.  Want to see something about a wedding from hell?  Head right to that category and see what’s available.  There you will find among others …

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How Working at the Library Makes Me a Better Teacher

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At the tender age of sixteen, I was hired as a “Student Aid” at my local library. I knew very little about libraries; the books I read, for the most part, were given to me by my teachers and friends. I enjoyed casually reading, but I was far too preoccupied with the business of my own existence to bother with due dates and late fees. I felt intimidation when I entered the building, never knowing what was a “good book” and what wasn’t. The transition from Children’s Room to adult stacks isn’t always easy. The sheer volume of choices made …

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Enjoy Vacationland on us!

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Enjoy Vacationland on us….with a little help from our friends!  We (the staff of the Gardiner Public Library) would like to thank GEPTA (Gardiner Elementary Parent Teacher Association) for their generous donation to the library.  Because of their support and input, the library has purchased free or discounted passes to many of central Maine’s parks and museums.  All you need is a valid Gardiner Public Library card and a sense of adventure! The following passes are available on a “first come, first served basis”.  Sorry we cannot take any reserve requests but we would be happy to hold them for …

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Summer Reading Fun!!

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The children and young adult Summer Reading Program Dream Big Read! Is underway!  This year the ONLY rules are that books must be at an individual’s reading level, and that they be checked out of the library overnight. – WOW how great is that?? Free choice for EVERY book recorded on an individual’s chart.  For each completed book a reader or listener may choose a grab bag, with a limit of 10 prizes per participant. We continue to have Preschool Story Hour on Tuesdays at 10:30 with a preschool craft.  This summer we have added a craft time for those …

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We’re having a SALE!!!

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Are you ready for a great book sale?  Please plan on attending the library’s annual summer book sale on Saturday, June 23rd from 9AM-4PM.  Held during the Greater Gardiner River Festival, this renowned sale has something for everyone and, at very inexpensive prices!  Most books are a buck and kids books are only 50 cents.  You will find books, movies, music and some “one of a kind” items! Monday, June 25th (10:30am-5:00pm) is sale day:  Buy a bag of books for a buck (a bag may hold up to 20 items).  The book sale will be held in our beautiful …

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May is Music Month at the Gardiner Public Library

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For those who are taking part in our “Year of Reading”, this month the theme is Music.  Read a book, watch a movie, listen to an item, pop in a music CD, read a magazine, that somehow pertains to music (yes, we are being very relaxed about the relationship of your item to our theme) and have your name entered for the May drawing! This month’s sponsor is Lisa’s Legit Burritos on Water Street here in Gardiner. They have generously donated a gift certificate to be won by a lucky user of the Gardiner Public library. We would like to …

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