Volume 19 | July 2021
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Books, events, classes and more...
LIBRARY NEWS
LIBRARY BLOG

TALES FROM THE CASTLE
Introducing: Tales from the Castle, the brand new Wagnalls Memorial Library blog!
Here, you’ll find behind-the-scenes information about past and upcoming programs, book recommendations, Wagnalls trivia, and the unique perspectives of our staff members as they take turns writing weekly blog entries. 

Our newest entries feature Outdoor Fairy Gardens and Summer Reading books!

MABEL TOURS
DAWES ARBORETUM PASSES
  • Passes must be checked out on a Wagnalls card. If you don't have a Wagnalls card, you can sign up for one at the Circulation Desk.
  • Passes can be checked out for 1 week.
  • Each pass admits up to six people.
  • Passes cannot be held through the catalog but you can call the Circulation Desk at 614-837-4765 to ask for an available one to be held.
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES
MOVIES FOR KIDS
CHECKERS LIBRARY TV
is a New Family-Friendly Online Virtual Educational Program.
You can view their fun, educational videos on our YouTube playlist as well as our own short videos featuring Erin from our Children’s Library.

This service is paid for by Wagnalls and FREE to our patrons. Please let us know how you enjoy it!
For more information about any children's program, email Erin at evaughan@wagnalls.org or call 614-837-4765 ext 118.
TEENS / ADULTS
TEEN/ADULT MOVIES
TEEN GARDEN CLUB
DA OWLS

IN PERSON CATCH UP!
MYSTERY BOOK CLUB
NEXT MEETING...
Thursday, July 8th, 7:00-8:00pm in the Loft
 
It’s coming…a new, mysterious, suspenseful, thrilling book club for patrons of the Wagnalls Memorial Library and their friends! 

It will begin on Thursday evening, June 10th, at 7 o’clock in The Loft at the library. At this get-acquainted meeting, we’ll talk about books we love, and we’ll pick a title for our July discussion. 

You’re welcome to bring a favorite beverage, including adult-only, to enjoy while we talk.

If your favorite genres are mystery, suspense, and/or thriller, this is the book club for you! Contact Lissie at mscherer@wagnalls.org if you want to join.
WAGNALLS BOOK CLUB
NEXT MEETING...
Thursday, July 22nd, 7:00-8:00pm in the Loft.
This month, we will be reading Anxious People by Fredrik Backman.

Viewing an apartment normally doesn’t turn into a life-or-death situation, but this particular open house becomes just that when a failed bank robber bursts in and takes everyone in the apartment hostage. As the pressure mounts, the eight strangers slowly begin opening up to one another and reveal long-hidden truths...

Book available for check-out in the library. Contact Lissie at mscherer@wagnalls.org with questions.
WRITING CLUB

NEXT MEETING...
Thursday, July 15th, 6:30-7:45pm in the Loft.

We meet monthly on the third Thursday of every month in the upper level of the Wagnalls Memorial Library. Subsequent meetings for your calendars in 2021 will be: August 19th, September 16th, October 21th, November 18th and December 16th.
This Writers Group is for current and future Writers, but also for other interested persons.

For more information, contact Bill Sykes at bill.sykes@sbcglobal.net.
TECHNOLOGY
VIRTUAL REALITY
Next Club Meeting
Wednesday, July 7th, 1pm-2:30pm    

We will have a Beat Saber competition and will choose other games the club wants to try. 

 Please contact Paula at pmaier@wagnalls.org or call (614) 837-4765 ext. 112.
TRY THE OCULUS QUEST 2
Introducing: DvG Conquering Giants 

In this epic VR game, you are young King David armed with a simple slingshot (VR sling) to protect your sheep. Can you make it to the ultimate battle with Goliath?  This game is the latest project of Jarom Sidwell, a Hollywood visual effects artist know for his work on “The Avengers”, “Avatar”, “The Hobbit”, and “Transformers.” 

Anyone has the option to go back and try any of our Games: 
ECHO
BEAT SABER
ELIXIR
Must be at least 10 years or older to try them.

Appointments available. Email Paula at pmaier@wagnalls.org or call (614) 837-4765 ext. 112 to guarantee a time slot.

As per proper COVID-19 protocol, we will use disposable hygiene liners for the headset and wipe all outer surfaces after each use.
ONE-ON-ONE TECHNOLOGY SESSIONS
One-on-One Technology Sessions are now AVAILABLE!

If you need some assistance with your laptop, iPhone, iPad or zoom or other application, our technology tutor can meet with you at a safe social distance. Please call to make an appointment with Paula by emailing pmaier@wagnalls.org or calling 614-837-4765 x112.
Our technology offerings and assistance are available in partnership with:
WAGNALLS FOUNDATION
COLUMBUS SYMPHONY AT WAGNALLS
The Wagnalls Memorial Library
150 E. Columbus Street
Lithopolis, Ohio 43136
(614) 837-4765