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Feb 8—Beginning Meditation 7 pm Feb 9—Computer Tutor 1-3 & 6-8 Feb 9—Teen Anime Club 430 pm Feb 10—Clutter Control Club 12 pm Feb 11—World Climate Change 7 pm Feb 12—Teen Chocolate Festival 4 pm Feb 13—Computer Tutor 10-12 Feb 13—Wii Play for ALL 1030 am Feb 15—Teen Creative Writing 4 pm Feb 15—Sewing Circle 630 pm Feb 16—Computer Tutor 1-3 & 6-8 Feb 16—Crime & Comedy: Native Tongue by Carl Hiassen 630 pm Feb 18—Born to Do Science 6 pm Feb 20—Computer Tutor 10-12 Feb 20—Spay Day & Wonder Dogs! 1 pm Feb 23—Computer Tutor 1-3 & 6-8 Feb 23—Teen Anime Club 430 pm Feb 25— Hired! Job Seeking and Resumes Feb 26— Wii Play for teens 4 pm Feb 27— Computer Tutor 10-12 Feb 27— Free Paper Shred 10-12 Mar 1— Teen Creative Writing 4 pm Mar 2 — Computer Tutor 1-3 & 6-8 |
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Please May We Mooch ? The Stillwater Public Library wants to “mooch” from you! Recently, we opened an account with Bookmooch.com, a site where book- lovers can list their “surplus” books to exchange with each others. Account holders can earn points by sending books to others upon request. Those points can then be used to get books from others. Three generous library users have donated points to the library so that we can begin “mooching” free books from other people. If you use Bookmooch.com and have extra points to share, we would love to have them! Just go to your Bio page, click on “Charity Received,” then click “Charities.” On the Charities page, insert “Stillwater Public Library” in the blank next to “You can give points to any BookMooch member.” We’d love to MOOCH your points! |
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From the Stacks 5 February 2010 |
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Animal welfare community unites to hold Spay Day event at Stillwater Public Library Feb. 20 Ever wonder how important it is to have a companion animal spayed or neutered? Answers may be found at the Spay Day @ the Stillwater Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 20. Designed for the whole family, Spay Day is will include useful information from OSU veterinarian Lara Sypniewski, pet-education booths and family fun with Susan Phariss and her performing Wonder Dogs. Local organizations — City of Stillwater Animal Welfare Shelter, the library, the Humane Society of Stillwater, the Companion Animal Assistance Program, and OSU’s Small Animal Clinic — have partnered to hold Spay Day @ the Library. “So many of the Stillwater veterinarians and welfare groups provide wonderful opportunities for local pet owners to have their animals spayed or neutered,” said Mary Dickey, director of the City of Stillwater Animal Welfare Shelter. “Our partner groups wanted to have an event that teaches the community just why those spay and neutering opportunities are so important.” Pharris will start the event at 1 p.m. with her standard poodles, Gracie and Sassy, who will do dog impressions, speak in different languages, and perform in a Spay Day game show. Phariss and the Wonder Dogs have performed in 22 states entertaining elementary school audiences with their fun and games. “I tried to train Gracie and Sassy to do the normal things like walk on a leash and regular tricks, but there’s nothing regular about these poodles,” Phariss said. “They have their own way of doing things and I just try not to get in the way.” Following the wonder dogs’ performance, Dr. Sypniewski will provide information necessary for owners to make the decision have their pet spayed or neutered. “The Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association estimates that more than 100,000 pets must be euthanized in Oklahoma every year due to pet overpopulation,” said Dickey. “It’s important to teach adults about spaying and neutering, but it’s even more important to begin pet education early with children so that they grow up knowing how to be responsible pet owners.” Spay Day @ the Library is free and open to the public. Pet owners are asked to keep their pets at home. This event has been made possible by many Stillwater animal-care related and other businesses, including, Alice’s Ark, Sue Moore, Petco, Sunset Pet Cemetery, Cat Clinic of Stillwater, B&L Heating and Air Conditioning, Tiny Paws Kitten Rescue, Cascade Animal Connection and 3 Point Karate. |
Just breathe: Library to hold meditation class on Feb. 8
The Stillwater Public Library will present a one night class on beginning meditation Monday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. taught by student and teacher Larry Souders. Souders has been practicing meditation since 1983. Souders studied under E.J. Gold for three years. Gold is the author of the “American Book of the Dead,” which is the Americanized interpretation of the classic “Tibetan Book of the Dead.” Souders has taught meditation in Oklahoma City and Stillwater. Participants can expect to learn basic techniques and learn how meditation can help manage stress, increase self-awareness, and reduce negative emotions. “Meditation teaches us to be with our self quietly and at the same time opens portals of discovery about who we are and how to be one with our self,” said Souders. The class requires a large amount of sitting on a carpeted floor, so Souders recommends that participants bring a pillow, mat, or soft cushion. Chairs for those who prefer them will be available. Postponed Paper Shred rescheduled for Sat., Feb. 27, 10 am to noon Weather last week resulted in program changes at the Stillwater Public Library. The paper shredding event on Sat., Jan. 30 with Shred-Away was postponed until Sat., Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. “It’s always very frustrating to have to postpone a popular event like the paper shred,” said librarian Stacy DeLano. “We’re viewing this as a wonderful opportunity for even more people to get rid of even more of their paper clutter. At the library’s organizing seminar last Saturday, we learned guidelines for how long paper should be retained. This delay will give everyone a chance to use those guidelines to whittle down their files even more.” People interested in getting a copy of those guidelines can pick up a copy at the library Help Desk or email askalibrarian@stillwater.org. For more information, please visit the library’s website at library.stillwater.org or contact Lynda Reynolds at 405-372-3633 x 101 or email lreynolds@stillwater.org |
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'Global Climate Change' @ Library Feb. 11 The Stillwater Global Affairs Forum will open its 2010 scholar and discussion presentations on Thursday, Feb. 11 with “Global Climate Change” at the Stillwater Public Library. The Feb. 11 forum will focus on changes in climate across the globe and its ramifications on social and environmental realms as well as economic and political aspects of international relations. The speaker will be Dr. John Wood, professor of political science at Rose State College. “Climate change is an issue that we ignore at our own peril,” said Wood. “Many are confused in the debate over exactly how much we're contributing to the warming of the earth's atmosphere and how much is naturally occurring. Regardless, it’s happening and we must create awareness and do something about it.” The Stillwater Global Affairs Forum is a quarterly discussion group that focuses on global issues and how they affect the local community. The forums include an hour long presentation by a local scholar on a quarterly topic followed by participants’ discussion on the issue. All viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged. “By all accounts, this is a particularly contentious and relevant issue that has and will be with us for many decades to come,” said Daniel Mutai, forum founder. “There are several competing schools of thought on this issue. There are those who agree that the global climate change is happening but disagree on the causes; is it man-made or a natural occurrence that should be left alone? And on the opposite side are those who deny and disagree that climate change is happening. We expect an exciting and stimulating conversation.” |
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Feb. 8 —Monday Storytime—Valentines Feb 12—Friday Storytime—Pigs Feb. 15—Monday Storytime— Pigs Feb. 18—Born to Do Science-Wind 6pm Feb. 19—Friday Storytime—Teeth FEB 20—THE WONDER DOGS! Feb. 22—Monday Storytime—Teeth Feb. 26—Friday Storytime—Rhymes & Poems Mar 1—Monday Storytime—Rhymes & Poems |
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The program begins at 7:15 p.m. where Seigle, manager for Workforce Oklahoma's Stillwater office, will explain the job searching tools available at Workforce Oklahoma and then will provide hints on all aspects of finding and securing a job. Participants should come ready with their job-searching related questions. “I’ve interviewed, hired, and NOT hired hundreds of people in the last thirty five years,” said Seigle. “Participants will get all those years of my experience expressed in hints, suggestions and just neat stuff that has worked for some of the clients I have assisted and hired.” Prior to the program, consultants with the OSU Writing Center will be available for one on one resume assistance. The consultants can help review and revise all types of resumes. The sessions are thirty minutes each and are available by appointment from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Participants are asked to bring their current resume with them. Space for the one-on-one sessions is limited, so interested job-seekers are asked to register for an appointment by contacting the Stillwater Public Library by phone at (405) 372-3633 or by e-mail at askalibrarian@stillwater.org. |
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Speaking of mooching…. Still have that paperback copy of The Time Traveler’s Wife? Your old Oprah Book Club collection? If they are just sitting on your shelf collecting dust, the library will GLADLY take them. During the past year, the library has been putting together book club kits for use in the library, and for check out by local clubs. Although in the past we have relied on Friends of the Library funds to buy kits, we have recently been trying to match titles together from book donations in our bins. If we have at least 10 copies of a title, we have a kit! We are looking for the larger trade paperbacks (about 5x8 inches), that have been well reviewed, have good word of mouth, or have become modern classics. Some of these already have a reading group guide in the back which is an indicator that it would be a good choice. Some examples of titles are, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, The Kite Runner, The Red Tent, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (we’re actually collecting these in hardback), Running With Scissors, The Known World, The Boy in the Stripped Pajamas, Empire Falls, Devil in the White City, All the Pretty Horses, Life of Pi, Eat, Pray, and Love, and Glass Castle. If you have one of these book-club-y type books, please bring them to the help desk. |
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Where Should I Put My Wind Farm? Modeling and Mapping the Oklahoma Windscape Dr. Steve Stadler from the Oklahoma Wind Power Initiative will speak about his research modeling Oklahoma wind, which is key to developing the state's wind energy resource. The program is free, but limited to third through fifth graders and their families. Parents are asked to make separate child care arrangements for family members in second grade or younger. Registration for each program in "Born to Do Science" series is required. |
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■ Gluesticks ■ Markers ■ Construction Paper |
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Stillwater Public Library’s Chocolate Festival for grades 6 to 12 Stillwater Public Library’s popular Chocolate Festival for teens returns on Friday, Feb. 12. All “chocoholics” in grades 6 to 12 are invited to this free program full of chocolate eating, activities, and fun. From 4:00-5:30 pm there will be chocolate treats, games, crafts and contests. For chocolate tasting, there will be a variety of chocolates including chocolate fondue with fruit, cake, and pretzels for dipping. Participants will have the opportunity to create a mouse from Hershey Kisses and lollipop flowers as well as other simple paper crafts. “Chocolate” games are Candy Heart Bingo and Hugs ‘n Kisses chocolate trivia game. Contests will include “How Many Candies in the Jar?” and “Name the Candy.” Presented by the Stillwater Public Library and sponsored by the Friends of the Library and KOSU, this program is free of charge. For more information, contact the Stillwater Public Library by phone at (405) 372-3633 or by e-mail at askalibrarian@stillwater.org. |
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Jeanna—The Hell Screen by I.J. Parker is a mystery set in eleventh century Japan.. When I opened the mail and discovered one of the other books in this series, I was instantly intrigued. A quick search of our own catalogue found this title and I happily checked it out. Intricate, vivid, beautifully detailed – much like the book’s namesake piece of artwork – The Hell Screen brings together lively characters, multiple mysteries, and a foreign world written so well that you will feel like you’ve been there. Lynda—Have a Little Faith by Mitch Albom is a wonderfully spiritual nonfiction book whose author has personal meaning to me. My father-in-law loved Tuesdays with Morrie and encouraged all his 9 children and their spouses to read it. After his death in 2000, the book and author became an inspiration to our family and many of us continue to read his books. In 2008, family members had the opportunity to hear the author speak in Tulsa on what would have been my father-in-law’s 90th birthday. Mr. Albom even responded to an email my sister-in-law sent out about this special day. Have a Little Faith is a true story of two men- a Jewish Rabbi who wants Mitch to give his eulogy and a Detroit Christian pastor who ministers to the poor- who never meet but their lives are entwined together by sharing their life stories with Albom who desires to have a better understanding of all faiths and why we believe. A truly inspiring book I will always treasure and encourage others to read. Danielle—Up from Slavery by Booker T. Washington. A first hand description in an autobiography, detailing the pitifully hard life of African Americans and the actions people took immediately after the Civil War, as free people. Bit by bit, hard scrabbling Washington accomplishes his goals, eventually establishing Tuskegee Normal School in Tuskegee Alabama. One of the Modern Library Best 100 Nonfiction Books of the 20th century, this was a marvelously good book to read. I enjoyed the fascinating accounts and was inspired by Booker T. Washington’s life. Larry—The Red Convertible, by Louise Erdrich Published in 2009 may be the best collection of short stories to come along in quite awhile. Ms. Erdrich’s “The Last Report on the Miracles at Little No Horse” is short listed on my personal, best ever written list. Her novel “The Plague of Doves” was short listed for the Pulitzer. Read Ms. Erdrich she is a must and will eventually be an American classic as Dickens is an English Classic. Andrea—The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. At various times horrifying, beautiful, and funny, this is the story of a young girl living in Nazi Germany as narrated by Death. And in case you were wondering, Death does have a sense of humor. |
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Hired! Stillwater Public Library holds job seeking and resume seminar Feb. 25 Carey Seigle has gathered over thirty five years worth of job searching tips, and on Feb. 25, he will share that knowledge at the Stillwater Public Library’s presentation, “Hired! Job Searching Strategies that Work.” |