In This Issue

Library Services Survey

From the Desk of...

Laura Jo's Book Nook

Vanessa's Picks

New in the Teen Studio

FOOD FOR FINES!

November Programs

Did You Ever Wonder...if your Library card expires?

Community Corner

Library Services Survey

The closing of Staples in Greensburg has increased our fax requests by 100%. In addition, the Library has had many requests for services like lamination, color copies, and scanning. Some of these services we already offer. Some we offer in a limited capacity and some we do not offer to the public
at this time.
The Library strives to provide Decatur County with the services that our community needs.
Help us to identify the services that are important to our community with this very short survey. This survey will take you less than two minutes to complete. Thanks for your input. Feel free to share this link with others or post it to your Facebook page or website. The more input we have, the better decisions we can make.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/F6XXKS2

From the Desk of

Andrea Ingmire,

Library Director

The Library is pleased to welcome Tayler Workman to our circulation staff.

Tayler is a recent graduate from Ball State University with a degree in Political Science with a focus in Pre-Law studies and a minor in Emergency Management and Homeland Security. Next year, she plans on attending the University of Washington - Seattle to obtain either a masters or law degree. When Tayler is not working at the library, she spends the majority of her time reading and studying for the graduate and law school admission exams. She also enjoys playing with her dog, Sadie, and cooking for friends and family.

Contact Andrea at aingmire@greensburglibrary.org

or at 812-663-2826

Laura Jo's

Book Nook

November is a wonderful month for authors! Some of our favorite author's birthdays are this month...folks like Marc Brown, C.S. Lewis and Nancy Tafuri. Perhaps you've heard of some of them; perhaps some of them are new to you. So, let me introduce...

Marc Brown - Marc is the author of the popular Arthur series, and these books are available in children's picture books, in easy read books, and in easy chapter books. (Arthur is also available in DVD from the popular PBS series.) Some of our favorite Arthur books include:

Arthur's Jelly Beans
Arthur wins the jelly bean hunt at Muffy's Spring Fling in an unexpected way.

D.W.'s Library Card
D.W. gets her first library card and wants to check out her favorite book with humorous results.

Arthur and the Perfect Brother
Arthur is looking forward to having his friend Brain spend the week-end, but then the Brain shows up and starts to act a
little too much like the
perfect family member.

Another author who writes delightful picture books is:

Nancy Tafuri Her books include:

The Big Storm: A Very Soggy Counting Book
The Busy Little Squirrel
Whose Chick Are You?
Mama's Little Bear
and a Christmas favorite,
The Donkey's Christmas Song.

Other favorites include:

Blue Goose - When Farmer Grey is away for the day, Blue Goose, Red Hen, Yellow Chick, and White Duck get together and paint their black and white farm.

Will You Be My Friend? A Bunny and Bird Story
Bird comes to feel less shy when Bunny helps her rebuild her ruined nest, showing her what good friends can be.

Many people know
C.S. Lewis and the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe series. While this book might be the best known, it is actually part of a bigger series. These are the Chronicles of Narnia, listed here in chronological order. This is not the publication order, but rather it is the order in which the events occur.

The Magician's Nephew
In which Jadis the White Witch first comes on the scene, dragging a pair of young friends along for the ride, and Aslan creates Narnia.

The Lion, the Witch,
and the Wardrobe
Four children discover the magical world of Narnia, where the White Witch has ruled wickedly for many years.

The Horse and His Boy
A poor slave boy runs away with the help of a clever talking war horse named Bree.

Prince Caspian, the
Return to Narnia
Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensey return to Narnia to help young Prince Caspian regain his throne from his horrid uncle.

The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Caspian, now king of Narnia, and the brave mouse Reepicheep sail towards adventure as they look for the seven lost lords of Narnia. Edmund, Lucy, and their obnoxious cousin Eustace get drawn through a magical painting to join the expedition.

The Silver Chair
At Aslan's bidding, Eustace Scrubb and Jill Pole must save Prince Rilian from the evil Emerald Witch.

The Last Battle
Two hundred years have passed in Narnian time since The Silver Chair, but in our world it's only been a year. Eustace and Jill must help King Tirian gather his troops together for a final battle that will decide Narnia's fate.

Books from all areas of the Children's Room can be enjoyed, just by thinking of three authors who share a November birthday.

Book Nook is written monthly by Assistant Children's Librarian,
Laura Jo Tebbe.

She can be contacted at ljtebbe@greensburglibrary.org.

Vanessa's Picks

Fiction

Blood Magick

by Nora Roberts

Lila

by Marilynne Robinson

A Quilt for Christmas

by Sandra Dallas

Saint Brigid's Bones: A Celtic Adventure

by Philip Freeman

Truth Be Told

by Hank Phillippi Ryan

Non Fiction

Deep Down Dark: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine, and the Miracle That Set Them Free
by Hector Tobar

Embattled Rebel: Jefferson Davis as Commander in Chief
by James M. McPherson

The Innovators: How a Group of Hackers, Geniuses, and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution
by Walter Isaacson

What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions
by Randall Munroe

Rebel Yell: The Violence, Passion, and Redemption of Stonewall Jackson
by S.C. Gwynne

Do you have a book request or suggestion for Vanessa?

Email her at vmartin@greensburglibrary.org

New in the Teen Studio

100 Sideways Miles

by Andrew Smith

On a Clear Day
by Walter Dean Myers

Skink No Surrender
by Carl Hiaasen

BZRK Apocalypse
by Michael Grant

Young Elites
by Marie Lu

Hunt for Jade Dragon
by Richard Paul Evans

Undivided
by Neal Shusterman

Undivided book cover

Do you have a book request or program suggestion for

Teen Librarian, Lori Durbin?

Email her at ldurbin@greensburglibrary.org

Library Closings

The Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for

Staff Training.

The Library will also be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Thanks for supporting your Library!

FOOD FOR FINES

November 17 - December 12

For each item donated from the
"Accepted Donations List",

$1.00 in existing overdue fines will be waived.

Individuals without overdue fines are
also encouraged to donate.

The Food for Fines program applies to items checked out at the Greensburg

and Westport branches.

This program does not apply to

lost or damaged items.

To print the Accepted Donations List visit the Library's website - www.greensburglibrary.org -

or a print copy can be picked up at the

check-out desks. See the list below.

Food will be donated to the Greensburg Cheer Fund for delivery on Christmas Eve morning along with the toys and other items.

All items donated to the Cheer Fund go to people who live in Greensburg and Decatur County. Your donations will have a local impact.

Up to 60% of local community children are on the free/reduced lunch program at school. Many of these children will be hungry over Christmas break.

The Cheer Fund is providing nutritious and kid friendly food for the holidays.

You can help Greensburg/Decatur County kids AND pay your fines, too!

Accepted Donations List:

PROTEIN:

Individual/microwaveable ravioli

Individual/microwaveable spaghetti and meatballs

Individual/microwaveable macaroni and cheese

Tuna salad kits

Chicken salad kits

Boxed processed cheese (non-perishable)

Peanut butter - plastic jars only please

Almond butter

Nutella

Beef jerky

GRAIN:

Instant oatmeal

Cereal

Microwavable brown rice

Ramen noodles

Tortilla shells (non-perishable)

VEGGIES AND FRUITS:

Individual/microwaveable green beans,
corn, peas, etc.

Microwavable mashed potatoes

Raisins

Individual serving fruit cups

Individual applesauce

Fruit snacks

Fruit roll-ups

Blended fruit

MISC:

Individual/microwavable soups

SNACKS:

Microwavable popcorn

Trail mix

Chex mix

Pretzels

Goldfish crackers

Teddy grahams

Graham crackers

Saltines

Granola bars

Pop-tarts

Pudding cups

Jello cups

Jelly or jam - plastic jars only, please

Hot chocolate mix

Cheese or peanut butter crackers

Only non-perishable foods will be accepted.

Please, NO CANNED GOODS.

Packages may not be broken and

must be labeled for sale.

The Food for Fines program is intended to
help you and the Library contribute to a community service organization.

You donate food and the Library rewards you by forgiving $1.00 for each item you donate.

We appreciate your participation!

For more information on the Cheer Fund visit www.cheerfund.org

Programs and Events

Children

Lap Sit, Toddler Time and Story Time continue. For more information, please contact the Children's Room at 812-663-4455.

Tuesday, November 18
Make and Take Craft Day

Stop by to make a Thanksgiving craft.
All day while supplies last.

Mark your calendars for
Saturday, December 6
for the annual
Family Christmas program.

Enjoy crafts, games, refreshments
and a visit from Santa Claus!

TEENS

Sticky, Gooey, Caramelly Goodness!

Friday, November 14

6 - 8 p.m.

Grades 6 - 12

We'll be making caramel apples and other caramelly delicious treats.

We'll play a game, win silly prizes and have
a bit of fall fun!

~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

Library Board Meeting

The next Library Board meeting will be on Tuesday, November 25 at 4:00 p.m. in the
conference room. The public is welcome
to attend.

Did you ever wonder...

if your Library card "expires?"

It actually doesn't! But, you may receive a notice
from the Library every 2 years that your account
is "due to expire."

Every two years we like to check in, make sure your address and phone number are the same and all other information is correct. We'll update anything missing
or different and you're good to go!
It's a simple process and only takes a minute.
Just bring your card in and we'll take care of it!
No need to get a new card.

Did you know that lost Library cards can be replaced for only $2.00? Stop in with your ID and we'll issue you a new card.

Don't have a Library card or know someone else who doesn't? It's easy to get one. Residents of Decatur County are eligible for a card at no charge.

Click here for more information on how to get one.

Live outside Decatur County?

You can get a card, too! Anyone who can establish identity and verify their current address can purchase a non-resident card. Yearly memberships are $40 (effective 4/1/2012) and entitle users to all library services, including using your Library card at other Evergreen Libraries!

CORNER

Each month the newsletter highlights

events in our community that might

be of interest to you.

These are not Library events.

Please contact the appropriate people for more information.

Greensburg High School Chautauqua

November 6 and 7

1000 East Central, Greensburg, Indiana

Phone: (812) 663-7176

Email: jopratt@greensburg.k12.in.us

The cost of a ticket is only $5, but a big crowd is expected, so the public is encouraged to buy their tickets early. The event would not
be possible without the support of the
Indiana Arts Commission and numerous
community supporters.
Tickets can be purchased at the Greensburg High School or the Greensburg Public Library.

Thursday, November 6
7:00 p.m.

Featuring Ed Asner

Asner is a seven time Emmy winner (most among actors) and is best known for his role as Lou Grant in The Mary Tyler Moore Show. He is also known for his portrayal of Carl Fredricksen in UP and Santa Claus in ELF.

This fall's theme is the 1950s.

Other guests speaking at the event will include:

Dr. Terrence Roberts - In 1957, nine students in Little Rock, Arkansas volunteered to break the color barrier by being the first African-Americans to attend Capital High School. Dr. Roberts was a member of The Little Rock Nine and will share his courageous story, which was a key moment in the civil rights movement.

Gail Halvorsen - Veteran - a pilot of the Berlin Airlift, he was affectionately known as The Candy Bomber for dropping off candy to the children of West Berlin, and providing hope as the Cold War was gearing up. The 93 year old hero has been the subject of numerous books and documentaries.

Ron Rosser - A Congressional Medal of Honor recipient from the Korean War.

Dodie Stevens - A teen music sensation whose Top 5 hit was "Pink Shoelaces".

Dr. George Wellington - A founding member of The Wellingtons whose hits included "The Ballad of Davy Crocket" and the theme to "Gilligan's Island."

Lauren Chapin - The actress who won 5 junior Emmy's as Kathy Anderson in the popular '50's television show "Father Knows Best."

Carl Erskine - A Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher and teammate of Jackie Robinson. He has the distinction of having thrown two no-hitters.

Terry Johnson - The lead singer of The Flamingos - I Only Have Eyes for You.

1954 Milan Indiana State Championship - Members of the team.

Friday, November 7
9:30-11:15 a.m
Pledge of Allegiance Project.
Sixty guest reciters will each individually recite the Pledge of Allegiance to commemorate the 60th anniversary of President Eisenhower adding the words Under God to the Pledge. Guests will include state and local dignitaries and veterans joining them via Skype. This program is free to the general public.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Winter Farmers' Market
Saturday, November 8
Greensburg City Hall Gym
Email: Wendy Blake execdirector@mainstreetgreensburg.com
The first winter market will take place on Saturday, November 8th from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in City Hall Gym.
If you are a vendor and want to participate please contact Executive Director, Wendy Blake, for more information and to fill out an easy registration form.
The Winter Farmers' Market will be held
through March 2015.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

America Recycles Event
Saturday, November 15, 2014
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Greensburg Street Department,
200 S Monfort Street
www.decaturcountysolidwaste.com
Phone: 812.663.0960
Cost: Free
Decatur County Solid Waste will be having a shredding event to Celebrate America Recycles Day on Saturday, November 15th. It will be in the parking area at the City of Greensburg Street Department.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

WTRE Holiday Bazaar
November 15, 2014
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Greensburg Elementary School
www.wtrecommunity.com
Phone: 812-663-3000
Cost: Free
Free admission! Food will be served all day! New this year - bring up to 5 non-perishable or paper products for donation to the food pantry and receive entry(ies) - up to 5 tickets - in a drawing for $100.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

37th Annual Tree City Run

November 23, 2014

www.decaturcountyfamilyymca.org

Phone: 812-663-9622

The Decatur County Family YMCA is hosting its 37th Annual Tree City Run on Saturday, November 23 at 10 a.m. Race day registration and packet pickup begins at 8:30 a.m. The race will begin and end at at the YMCA. Contact the YMCA for additional details.