Summer Reading Program

35 Years, 3 Generations of Families, Some Amazingly Wonderful Patrons.

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Where did the years go? As I begin my retirement, there are certain things of which I am sure. I will deeply miss: The wonderful Gardiner Library staff.  Our collaboration, laughter, problem solving, and friendship goes far beyond most working environments. Together we have made GPL one of the premier libraries in the state. You are the Best! Selecting books for the children’s collection. School visits with dedicated teachers. Meetings & conferences with colleagues. And finally, all the energetic, super terrific children whom I’ve had the privilege to watch grow up and become readers.  Thank you all! And a special …

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FIZZ BOOM READ

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The Gardiner Public Library summer reading program for 2014 is off to a great start!   Summer is the perfect time for kids to read books just for fun.  No tests, book reports or pressure involved. Our first story hour/craft day involved making markers to identify plants that were acquired to go into our library garden as well as the actual planting of flowers, herbs & vegetables.   Unlike past years, the sun shone on our endeavor and the children worked hard to get everything planted.   Check out our calendar for future events. Everyone welcome!  

Summer Reading!

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As of today, July 18th, we have 101 readers & listeners taking part in “Dig Into Reading” the statewide 2013 summer reading program.  Thousands of books have been checked out and read since we began on June 17th. Congratulations to all and thanks to the many parents who encourage reading. Two upcoming events are scheduled: August 6th from 6-7 PM Carroll Chapman will present one of his amazing magic shows. (tickets required) On August 20th from 6-7 PM our local author, Sandra Palmer Fish, will demonstrate her book-making process and conduct a hands-on workshop.  She’ll be selling her newest book …

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What’s going on at the library?

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Port City Sound: a Barbershop Quartet will join us here Tuesday, June 11, 2013 from 6:30 – 7:30 in the beautiful Hazzard Reading Room.  Port City Sound will enchant us with their robust and vibrant harmonies.  Members include lead singer Walt Dowling; tenor Fred Moore; baritone Jim Curtis and bass Jim Simpson.  Come and listen! Our annual Summer Reading Programbegins in a couple of weeks.  Charlene Wagner, our Children’s Librarian, blogged about that a few weeks ago.  This year’s theme is “Dig Into Reading”.  Join us for Crafts on Tuesdays, and watch for other fun events to happen!  Don’t bury …

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Summer Reading at the Library!

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Summer vacation will soon be upon us!!! – which means Summer Reading Program at  the library. This year’s state wide theme is “Dig Into Reading”, the first day to start is June 17th and the last day to read is August 3rd. Our reading program is for all ages and it’s a wonderful incentive to – turn off the tube, log off the computer and silence the iPhones in favor of old fashioned togetherness.  Read together or discuss what you’ve read on your own.  Reading doesn’t use any electricity, is environmentally responsible, may increase your vocabulary and general knowledge and …

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Summer Reading Wrap Up

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Congratulations to all the children and young adults who participated in our Summer Reading Program “Dream Big Read”.  There were 126 of you who read an outstanding number of books between June 18th and August 4th.  Gift certificates, Sea Dogs vouchers, Old Fort Western passes and grab bag prizes were among the rewards.  Many children participated in our weekly story hour and craft times as well.  New fairy houses were built and taken to the Fairy Village to replace those destroyed by vandals earlier this year.      Great job everyone! Upcoming!!! We are hoping to start a Lego Club …

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