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The Trustees and administration of the Amherst Public Library would like to thank everyone who supported the library and the bond issue. They are extremely grateful for the support now and in the future. As for the future, the Board of Trustees will be meeting soon to discuss the election results and determine the next course of action. In the meantime, library patrons can expect to continue to receive the best possible services, materials and programming that has been a hallmark of the Amherst Public Library since 1906.
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Once Upon a Saturday
Saturday, February 13th, 10:30 a.m.
Graduated from storytime but still looking to share some great books with friends? Join us for “Once Upon a Saturday”. This program is aimed at kids in grades K – 3 but anyone is welcome to attend. Join us at the Amherst Public Library on Saturday, February 13 from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. and have fun as we share stories and fun activities for older kids
Valentine Card Craft
Saturday, February 13th, noon - 2:00 p.m.
Make a valentine card for someone special during this open workshop from noon to 2 p.m. in the storytime area of the library. Paper, markers, stickers and other craft materials will be available.
Eagle Program
Wednesday, February 17th, 7:00 p.m.
Join Grant Thompson from the Lorain County Metroparks as he tells you everything you ever wanted to know about our national bird, including where to find them right here in our own area! Held at the Nordson Depot, 671 Franklin Ave.
Attention Job Seekers!
Monday, February 22, 10:00 a.m.
Amherst Public Library is excited to announce a new Monday Morning Job Seekers Networking Group starting at the library. Start your job search week off with an hour filled with information, tips and networking with other people in your same situation. Moderated by Library Director, Robin Wood (who has over 20 years experience writing resumes, interviewing candidates and helping people find jobs) this group is free and open to the public. Please call the library at 440-988-4230 to let us know you will be attending. Although we plan to meet weekly, please check the library website at www.amherst.lib.oh.us to verify times and dates.
Mobile Computer Lab Update!
The computer lab was SO successful, we've booked it again for early August. We'll be busy working on the class schedule in the mean time. Check back here for updates!
Wii for Seniors
Thursday, February 18th, 10:30 am
You've heard about it, maybe even seen it, but have you tried it? Come to the library and find out for yourself ! (Wii is an interactive video game with a wireless controller used as a hand-held pointing device in conjunction with a video screen. The remote detects movement in three dimensions so you can bowl, play tennis, and even box!) Join us ! Please register by calling the library 988-4230.
Tax Forms
State income tax forms should be arriving at the library the first week of March. Federal and regional (city) tax forms are already available.
For help filling out your tax forms, call us at 988-4230 to schedule an appointment with Tax Aide, Tuesdays or Thursdays, here at the library. This free program, sponsored jointly by the IRS and AARP, provides assistance to people in need.
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Looking for a book group? Here's what we're reading..
Novel Women & Jim (a.m. group) February 24 ~ 10:15 a.m.
WORST HARD TIME by Timothy Egan
Al Pecora Memorial Book Group (p.m. group)21/17 ~ 7:00 p.m.
THE SHACK by William Young
Firelands Book Group 3/4 ~ 7:00 p.m.
Life Happens by Connie Schultz
Mango Languages is an online language-learning system teaching actual conversation skills for a wide variety of languages. Mango uses real-life situations and actual conversations to more effectively teach a new language. By listening to and repeating, you not only learn the individual words and phrases, you'll know how they're used in practical situations and conversations.
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