Think of Your Library
Senior Safety Program
Join Denise Franer, RN, from the General Health District, Ohio Dept. of Health on Wednesday, February 10 @ 10:30am to discuss preventing falls, home safety checks, and medicine management at the New Richmond Branch.
Amy Matheney, Service Specialist at the branch explained that the senior coffee hour focusing on safety is the first in a new series dedicated to the health and interests of local seniors.
As a bonus for attending, all participants will be told how to have a free fall bar installed in their homes.
Please stop into the branch or call 513.553.0570 to register for the program.
Can't attend the program? Check out this article on fall-proofing a bathroom. Did you know that Clermont Senior Services can help with the cost of small repairs to your home? Check to see if you're eligible.
Spread the Love During Library Lovers Month
Tell us why you love your library and you'll be entered into a drawing for a box of candy. Each branch will have one adult/teen winner and one child (0-12) winner chosen at random. Plus your entries will be posted on Off the Shelf, our blog. So come on and show us some love!
Enter here or in person at one of our branches during the entire month of February.
You're sharing your feelings for us, why don't we return the favor? Let's count some of the ways we appreciate you, our patrons:
- One CCPL staffer enthused, "I love our patrons because many of them are very appreciative of the work we do! It makes me happy to help them."
- "I love the patrons at the Owensville Branch because they keep me on my toes and always searching for answers," explained Kim @ Owensville.
- Amy @ Williamsburg said, "I love the challenging reference questions they can ask. I also enjoy the humorous questions. Like the time someone at Bethel wanted a picture of a dinosaur. I pulled a book with a drawing but the patron told me that they needed an actual photograph!"
- Hilda @ Batavia explained, "My patrons give me reason to trust in the continuing good of humankind. The children who come to the library are all the kids I wanted but was never able to have. Even better, I get to enjoy them here at work and then let them go home to their parents. I love my patrons because they let me talk about the wonderful books I've read and sometimes they read them, too, and tell me how much they liked my recommendations. Mostly, my patrons are the reason why I'm a librarian and not a veternarian. Patrons can tell you what they want and they don't (usually) bite."
- "The patrons of the Owensville Branch Library are like my extended family. Because the branch is one of the smaller ones, I have the privilege of getting to know the people in the community. They have shown extraordinary generosity through donations, volunteer work, and their overall cheerfulness toward the staff. I personally enjoy their day to day comments and it is my pleasure to serve this area," shared Natalie @ Owensville.
- "I love our patrons because they know me by name and they really appreciate all of the help that I am able to provide when they come into the library. I especially love the children. They are great! When they come in and smile it just melts my heart! I like feeling like I am an important part of their day," said Cristy @ Goshen.
- "Through my years as a programmer at many branches, there was nothing more rewarding to me than to watch the eyes of a child as you read a book to them in storytime. Now, it is an honor for me to be able to help create programs for children of all ages at the Clermont County Public Library. Programs introduce reading opportunities for children and I am proud to be a part of our programming team," explained Tracey @ Administration.
One of the boxes of candy being offered as a prize.
Shout Out!
We'd like to thank Walgreens for their generous donation of the prizes.
Valentines for Veterans
During the month of February, stop into any of our branches and make a thank you card to give to a veteran who's served in the US military. We'll provide the supplies and you provide the creativity and the emotion. At the end of the month, we'll gather up all of your efforts and take them to the Clermont County Veterans' Service Commission where they'll be given out to local veterans.
“I believe our veterans will truly appreciate such a warm and caring act from the public,” said Dan Bare, Director of the Veterans’ Service Commission. “Thanks for thinking about our veterans in such a creative way.”
Assistant Director Sue Riggs commented, "This is a wonderful opportunity to thank those who have done and continue to do so much for us."
"There are heroes in our midst, veterans who are not currently serving, who should be recognized for their honorable service," said Tracey McCullough, Supervisor of the Office of Public Affairs and Programs. She continued, "It is with great pleasure that we are able to provide a way for our citizens to thank their local veterans."
If you'd like to write to someone currently serving in the military, this website allows you to create a virtual card to send to a soldier on active duty.
Fees Necessary Due to Revenue Shortfall
Beginning in February of 2010, out-of-county residents will be charged an annual library card fee. The non-resident borrower fee will help us recoup the costs of providing services to those who don't pay Clermont County property taxes.
The non-resident borrower fee structure is as follows:
- $15 annually per card for out-of-county residents, or
- $25 annually per card for out-of-state residents
Library users who live outside Clermont County but work inside Clermont County are not subject to the fee for a Special Collections Card if they qualify for one. A Special Collections Card is limited to educators, daycare providers & nursing home professionals who use library materials in their classrooms or with their clients. Special Collections Card Application.
Individuals who do not wish to pay the out-of-county fee may request to have their library card cancelled. Visit or call your local library branch for assistance.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but look forward to continually serving the needs of all our customers. Please email Lynn Baird or call her at 513-735-7155 or contact Sue Riggs, 513-735-7190 with any questions or concerns.
Take a Survey for the Chance to Win
Connect Ohio needs information from you, our patrons who access the internet from their local library. Take their short online survey and you'll be entered into a drawing to win one of 12 Wi-Fi enabled netbook computers from them. Contest ends February 14, 2010.
Favorite Staff Reads 2009
CCPL staff picked their favorite fiction titles, both adult and young adult, that they read in 2009 as well as their non-fiction favorites. Check out what we've read and let us know what you think of our choices. Comment here. Did you read something wonderful? Share that with us too.