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A Note From Nancy

I recently came across a quote from Jon Kabat-Zinn who said, “the little things? The little moments? They aren’t little.”

It’s easy to take the “little things” for granted. Which is why this month, I want to give a shout out to some of the people who make the Andover Public Library great. So here goes:

You. This year over 1,600 adults, children, and teens participated in all the reading, craft and speaker programs offered in our Summer Reading program. Your willingness to add some new color to your world and learn and try new things is inspiring.

The Friends of the Library. For the Summer Reading program, they’re the ones who provide the money for guest speakers, door prizes, craft programs, and food for parties. But they don’t stop there. Year-round they continue to offer us their financial support and encouragement and help to make our programming ideas and dreams a reality. They’re the unsung heroes behind the scenes!

Our incredible team of teen volunteers! They are helping with set up and tear down for different programs, plus sharing ideas on how to continue to make the library a great place for young people. Their willingness to be of service is appreciated. Their enthusiasm is contagious.

The library’s remarkable staff. They’re creative, hard-working. They’re the ones who bring you quality programming and crafts. It’s their talent and brilliance that make our Summer Reading Program so successful. They’re always keeping an eye out for new programs and activities for year-round.

You, members of the Friends of the Library, our teen volunteers, and our staff creates synergy at its finest. Together we all make great things happen.

And I’d be remiss not to remind you that the Friends of the Library basket auction – the group’s largest fundraiser – kicks off on August 4th and ends on August 30th. Come in and take a look. And if there’s a basket or two you like, go ahead and place a bid knowing you’re helping the Friends help us provide programming for you.

I continue to be grateful for the support and encouragement you continue to offer us month after month, year after year. Thanks to you the Andover Public Library is vibrant. It’s a place where neighbors come together, where strangers meet, where adults, children, and families can find the resources and programs needed to help enrich their lives. We can’t do it without you. Thanks!

Sincerely,

Nancy Logan, Director

Baskets will be on display inside the library from Monday, August 4th through Saturday, August 30th at 1 PM.

The public will have an opportunity to bid on their favorites, with each basket going to the highest bidder at 1 PM on Saturday, August 30th.

You support is appreciated for the Friends of the Library’s annual basket auction.

All funds raised benefit the Friends of the Andover Public Library, who in turn support events and programs to educate and entertain Pymatuning Valley community members of all ages.

Your participation in this fundraiser will ensure our library continues to be one of the best rural libraries around!

Fall Photography Contest Submissions

Monday, 9/15 – Saturday 9/20 during library hours

Categories for ages 6 – adult. Visit the library for more information or click here for online download.

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FAMILY EVENTS

A Minecraft Movie Interactive Experience

Wednesday, August 13 at 5 PM • All Ages

(under 12 must be accompanied by an adult)

Get registered to enjoy the popular A Minecraft Movie in a whole new way! You will get a bag with a script, props, and a take home craft.

Sign up here

5 PM: Enjoy a hot dog, chips, and a drink

Paper/Zentangle Cat Craft

Thursday, August 14 from 11 – 1 PM • All Ages

Drop-in for an end of summer craft! This multimedia craft can be as simple or elaborate as you would like. Join us for a “last hurrah” at the library before school starts.

TODDLER & CHILDREN'S EVENTS

Papercraft Pumpkin • Fall Kid Craft

Monday, September 22 at 10:30 AM • Ages 6 – 11

Children will create a festive fall pumpkin using patterned strips of paper. It makes a cute fall decoration! Registration is required. Click here to register

TEEN EVENTS • AGES 12 - 18

Keep that craft loving teen engaged this summer!

Found Word Buttons

Friday, August 15 at 12 PM • Ages 12 – 18

Using discarded book pages, markers, and our library button maker, registered teens will have fun finding phrases to create unique “Found Word” buttons. Registration is required.

Pre-Game Party

Friday, September 12 from 3 – 6 PM • Students in 5th – 12th Grade

Get hyped for the PV home game! Enjoy dinner and dessert (plus plenty of snacks). Play games, catch up on homework, or get creative with some crafts. Head back to the school for the game after all the fun. No registration is required.

The Reading Crew

Wednesday, September 17th at 2:45 PM at Maggie’s Donuts • Ages 12 – 18

Teens! Bring whatever you’ve been reading for some sweet book chat. No registration is required.

Geode Skull Craft

Monday, September 22 at 12 PM • Ages 12 – 18

Use your creativity to make a faux Geode Skull to display for Halloween or just because you made a cool thing! Snacks will be provided. Registration is required. Click here to register

Ghost Craft • Teen Event

Friday, October 10 at 12 PM • Ages 12 – 18

Make your very own ghostly pal! Use cheesecloth and glue to create a ghost. Decorate it and display it with a battery-operated tea light. Registration is required. Click here to register

Teen Halloween Movie Night

Finish up Halloween with a movie, pizza, snacks, and some coloring in the library after hours. We'll be watching The Escape Room! This event is for teens ages 12 - 18. No registration is needed.

ADULT EVENTS

Come and chat about your recent reads at August's Reading Between the Wines Book Club. We meet on the 1st Thursday of each month at the Stable Winery. Unlike most book clubs, we don't read the same book, but give a brief overview of our favorite books read the prior month.

It's fun and stress-free ... and it's at a winery. Yes please!

Thursday, August 7th at 6:30 PM. No registration is needed.

This month, have fun with some book chat and chill out with some bookmark coloring.

Happy Fall! Pumpkin Papercraft

Wednesday, September 17 @ 5:30 PM • Adult

Create a hangable fall decoration using paper cut-outs and faux fall leaves. You could leave this super cute canvas up through November. Registration is required. Click here to register

Pymatuning Waterfowl ID

Wednesday, September 24 at 5:30 PM • All Ages

Solve the mystery question, “What Waterfowl is that?”. Prepare for the fall migration by sharpening your duck identification skills with Ohio Department of Natural Resources Naturalist, Austyn Hamper. Join us in using key features to compare common waterfowl that can be found on Pymatuning Lake. No registration is required.

Anime and Manga Club

Tuesday, August 19th 5:30 PM • Adults and Teens 12+

Join us for activities, discussion of anime films or manga, watch anime, fun crafts. No registration is needed.

In August we're making Mount Fuji suncatchers!

Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to attend.

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