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Yes, Mask Wearing Please

Wednesday May 19, Governor Cuomo announced New York State has adopted the CDC’s new mask and social distancing guidance for vaccinated people.
 
Dansville Public Library will continue to require mask wearing and social distancing until the Board of Trustees can meet in June to evaluate the wisdom in changing current protocols.
At the Dansville Public Library we are sensitive to the needs of our staff members and visitors of all ages. We are aware a number of visitors still do not visit due to health concerns or particular health risks. We also are concerned for children who visit and who may not be vaccinated soon, if at all.
 
During the next few weeks, we will ask for feedback from our users. You are welcome to send your written comments to the Library via regular postal service (200 Main St) or through the Book Drop. Or please feel free to call and leave a message on the answering machine. In addition, Director Terry Dearing would welcome discussing this issue with you at 585-335-6720.
 
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate the changing “landscape.”
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New Story Stroll Library Lawn

Ms. Mary Ellen has posted the new Story Stroll on the Library Lawn!  This book is “Up in the Garden, Down in the Dirt” written by Kate Messner.  Enjoy the story and the illustrations as you “tour” the Library Lawn.  For more information contact the Library at 585-335-6720.

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Virtual Storytime on FB

Ms. Mary Ellen invites our littlest readers to enjoy Virtual Storytime on the Library’s Facebook page beginning May 12 and every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.  Stories are appropriate for “lapsit” sharing with children ages 6 months to 36 months.  Begin the Wednesday morning Storytime habit with us!  For more information call the Library at 585-335-6720.

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Gardening “Talks” with Petra

Dansville Public Library is sharing in a delightful gardening program with presenter, Petra Page-Mann, available the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m.  Petra Page-Mann is the co-owner of Fruition Seeds in Naples, New York. Fruition Seeds makes organic gardening easier and more successful by regionally adapting certified organic vegetable, herb, and flower seed to thrive in the Northeast.
Here is the link to the first workshop:
Our Library thanks Naples and Macedon Libraries for offering this unique opportunity to Dansville Library patrons.  We hope you will watch and enjoy!
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Register to Borrow Online

So — you need to borrow from Dansville Public Library but you aren’t registered with us?  Problem solved!  Just fill out the self-registration form by clicking on the link below, and you can be registered FAST!

If you are already registered, we’ll update your information in our files and then we’ll be in touch.  If you aren’t registered, we’ll let you know, and send  your borrower’s card to you.  It’s that easy!   Here’s the link:

https://evergreen.owwl.org/eg/opac/register?physical_loc=775

For more information, call us at 585-335-6720 and welcome to Dansville Public Library!

Summer Reading Registration 2021

Summer Programs June 19- Aug 19, 2021

Check this link  to register for Summer Reading.  This registration form also includes  Summer Storytime, just check the storytime box. Just a reminder that you may also come to the library to sign-up.

The Dansville Public Library will be participating in the New York State Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme is “Tails & Tales”. The event offers free reading programs that include games, crafts and activities targeted for children in Kindergarten to Sixth grade. These programs give children the opportunity to experience the fabulous resources of their public library.

Our aim is to give children the books they love and introduce them to others they may not have read. Our “Tails & Tales” theme will have your students reading through the summer, thus maintaining and enhancing
their reading skills. Kids who read, succeed!

This program is entirely free to the public, and our kick off is on Saturday June 19 at 10 am – NOON at the Dansville Public Library.

Children who participate will enjoy a closing celebration at the end of the program and will receive special certificates noting their accomplishment. Please fill out the form below to register.

This registration form can be filled out at the clerks desk at the Library.
Summer Reading Program can be done Virtually or by Grab and Go bags. If you choice to just read and record minutes that is ok, a form will be on our website to fill out reading minutes each week.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ms. Mary Ellen at 335-6720. We’re looking forward to a great summer!

Teen Summer Reading 2021

Teen Summer Reading Program June 19-Aug 19 2021

This program is designed for you to be able to choose any book you would like to read. Each week, you will record your reading minutes using an online form or a paper copy at the library. You may choose to fill out a Book Review Bubble- after 10 book Review Bubbles- entered for a drawing of a “prize.”

Register here for Teen Summer Reading 2021 

Teen Summer Reading 2021

Teen Summer Reading Program June 19-Aug 19 2021

This program is designed for you to be able to choose any book you would like to read. Each week, you will record your reading minutes using an online form or a paper copy at the library. You may choose to fill out a Book Review Bubble- after 10 book Review Bubbles- entered for a drawing of a “prize.”

Register here for Teen Summer Reading 2021 

Summer Reading Registration 2021

Summer Programs June 19- Aug 19, 2021

Check this link  to register for Summer Reading.  This registration form also includes  Summer Storytime, just check the storytime box. Just a reminder that you may also come to the library to sign-up.

The Dansville Public Library will be participating in the New York State Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme is “Tails & Tales”. The event offers free reading programs that include games, crafts and activities targeted for children in Kindergarten to Sixth grade. These programs give children the opportunity to experience the fabulous resources of their public library.

Our aim is to give children the books they love and introduce them to others they may not have read. Our “Tails & Tales” theme will have your students reading through the summer, thus maintaining and enhancing
their reading skills. Kids who read, succeed!

This program is entirely free to the public, and our kick off is on Saturday June 19 at 10 am – NOON at the Dansville Public Library.

Children who participate will enjoy a closing celebration at the end of the program and will receive special certificates noting their accomplishment. Please fill out the form below to register.

This registration form can be filled out at the clerks desk at the Library.
Summer Reading Program can be done Virtually or by Grab and Go bags. If you choice to just read and record minutes that is ok, a form will be on our website to fill out reading minutes each week.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ms. Mary Ellen at 335-6720. We’re looking forward to a great summer!

Summer Reading and Virtual Summer Storytime Sign-up Coming Soon!

Summer Reading  and Summer Storytime Sign-up will be starting the first week in June!  There is 2 ways to sign-up; on our website or in person.   There will be a few “On the Lawn” activities through out the summer which include crafts, animals, Story Stroll and more!

Summer Reading will be Grab and Go Bags this year.

Summer Storytime with be Virtual Storytime with Grab and Go Craft bags.  Storytime with be posted every Wednesday morning at 10am on our Library Facebook.

Summer Reading Kick-Off is June 19 at 10 am with a Color Splash!  More information will be posted next week.

Be on the look out for a few additional programs that will be “On the Lawn.”   Let’s Draw Together! will be on the lawn under a tree at the library.  This is a self-directed activity that will have a backyard animals drawing steps and facts about the animal.  Paws to Read will be on the lawn through out the summer.  Children can schedule a time to come and read to a therapy dog.  More information to come next week on both these programs!

Looking for a Virtual Program?  Our Adventure Reading Buddy Virtual Program is that.  Come adpot a Reading Buddy and take him home for our summer adventure.  He loves to be read to and to explore new places.  More Information on this next week!

 

Library Workers Day Apr 14

Dansville Public Library will celebrate Library Worker & Assistants Appreciation Day on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 beginning at 10 a.m.   Stop in for a moment or two,  say “hello” to our Staff members, and enjoy a small celebratory treat at the Main Desk.

We are saying a big “thank you” this day to all of those who help our visitors at the desk and on the telephone and email.  These are the people who do the work of getting you what you need and help you navigate the internet scene.  Honored are long-time volunteer Carol Welcher, Library Clerks Linda Chapman and Lacey Keagy, Library page Julie Guzzardi, Children’s Services Coordinator Mary Ellen Arena, part time clerks, Donna Chasey and Penny Leven.  We’re also grateful to those working behind the scenes, Board Treasurer Sue Colegrove and Building Manager, Jim “Drew” Goodell.

Our thanks to the Library Board of Trustees, also volunteers, who support all of us and all of you:  President Rhea Walker, Vice President Sherrie Reilly, Secretary Mary Ann Holden, Trustee Bill Forsythe, and Trustee Mary Harrington.

April 3 Morning Mystery Invite

On Saturday April 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Library continues Main Street’s celebration of the April “First Friday” event by providing a delightful and challenging “Morning Mystery” for children.  Just by following all the clues provided, out on the Library lawn, children can find the solution to the Mystery!

Families are invited to come, social distancing and masked if there is a “crowd” and enjoy.  Stop in at 10 a.m. and enjoy!