Meeting This Monday April 4, 2011

The Friends of the Orange Public Libraries will meet at the Wheeler Memorial Library, 49 East Main on Monday, April 4th at 7:00 pm.

Please join us and help support your local library!

Orange Library Special Event

Mother Goose is inviting another special guest to join her on Monday April 11 at 10:30 at the Wheeler Memorial Library. As part of the Mother Goose on the Loose series hosted by Candy Cross, Tim Van Egmond will enchant the youngest listeners with his expert musicianship and his creatively constructed stories. He may well even introduce them to instruments they have never heard before, such as his hammered dulcimer. Candy believes if fairies and elves played an instrument, it would be a hammered dulcimer.

Well known author Jane Yolen, who wrote the "How do Dinosaurs..." series and "Owl Moon" among many others, says of Tim: "Tim is a triple treat. He can sing, he can play a variety of wonderful instruments, and he can tell whopping good tales!"

No doubt that Tim will engage the audience in a playful mix of song, movement and story activities. He is an expert storyteller and folk musician who has toured the country for over 25 years, appearing at hundreds of schools, libraries, and community centers, and on a number of television and radio programs. But most importantly Tim knows how to catch his audiences in the joy of play! This is a free program that requires no registration. But if you have questions feel free to call Candy at 978-544-2495 x103.

Young Wheeler Reader Wins

In recognition of the many hours he spent reading this summer,  Charlie Anderson's smile shines because he won a Milan Lucic autographed puck. 


Last summer may seem a long time ago but just as forward Milan Lucic became a Bruin's star with his 29th goal, Charlie Anderson learned he won a Milan Lucic autographed puck with a certificate of authenticity.  Last summer Charlie recorded 47 hours of reading during the 7 weeks of the Wheeler Library summer reading program.  In recognition of his effort Children's Librarian, Candy Cross, entered him in a state wide drawing for Boston Bruin's memorabilia.  Only Charlie and 26 other readers won in this drawing from librarian recommended participants in all the summer reading programs across the state.  The prizes reflect the Bruins organization's genuine commitment to encourage reading and support the important role libraries play in children's lives. Indeed, the When You Read, You Score program supported by the Bruins in partnership with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners will be part of Wheeler Library summer reading again this summer.  Now is a good time to start practicing your reading so you can score along with Milan Lucic.

Orange Public Libraries Offers Free Library Alerts

The Wheeler Memorial Library is excited to offer its patrons free "Wowbrary" email alerts that showcase the library's newest items each week. The alerts feature the latest bestsellers, movies, music CDs, audio books, children's titles, cookbooks, mysteries, travel guides, health books, science fiction and more purchased by the library.

"This is a great new way to enjoy and use your public library" said Walt Owens, Director of the Wheeler Memorial Library. "People are truly amazed when they see in one place the great titles we purchase, which they can reserve and borrow at no cost. The materials we purchase covers all age groups, numerous formats, and many diverse interests."

Owens notes that the new Wowbrary alerts are extremely convenient and quickly show what's new, whether checked out or not, for both branches, all from the convenience of one's home, work, or school.

The alerts can also help those interested in specific topics, such as the newest arrivals appropriate for your child or teen. There's a separate section for DVD's, CD's, large print books, and several other categories

Wowbrary alerts are free and do not require a library card. Go to http://www.wowbrary.org/signup.aspx?zipshow=01364 to sign up or learn more.

The Wheeler Memorial Library serves the Town of Orange and has 4,115 registered cardholders.  For more information, visit http://orangelib.org or call the Library 978-544-2495.