Think of Your Library
Leap Into Your Library
It's time to celebrate the return of Library Lovers' Month with your friends, family and neighbors. During the month of February, libraries across the nation join in the celebration of libraries of all types - school, academic and public.
When you Leap Into Your Library during the month of February you can win BIG. Enter into our drawing either online or at the branch and you could win:
- Leapfrog gift prize (ages 0-5)
- Muppet gift bag (ages 5-12)
- Kodak mini video camera (ages 13-18)
- Kobo eReader (ages 18-adult)
You may enter as many times as you like either online or in person.
In addition to fun prizes, you'll also get to visit with Froggy, the beloved storybook character created by Jonathan London and Frank Remkiewicz.
- Amelia - Thursday, February 9, 10:30a.m. * all ages
- Bethel - Saturday, February 4, 11a.m. * all ages
- Goshen - Monday, February 6, 6:30p.m. * all ages
- Batavia - Tuesday, February 7, 6:30p.m. * ages 3-9
- Williamsburg - Wednesday, February 8, 10a.m. * all ages
Registration is required for all Froggy appearances, so register soon while spaces are still available! Don't forget to bring your camera and have your picture taken with Froggy!
Follow us on twitter for a daily dose of library love during February. We'll be posting the comments you gave us during Snapshot Day about why the library is important to you. Be on the lookout for #liblovers!
Prairie Afternoon
Join the Amelia Branch staff on Saturday, February 11 at 2:00p.m. for an afternoon of prairie fun.
Come dressed in your prairie garb. We'll be playing games and making crafts from the Little House era. You'll get the chance to make your own butter just like the Ingalls family!
Space is limited so call 752-5580, stop into the branch, or register online to reserve your spot or stop by the branch.
Other Little House items:
Register for Our Adult Reading Program
Registration for the program starts on February 1. You can log your books from March 1 - April 15. A random drawing will take place on April 16 to give away the Kindle Touch.
Adults, sign up for our reading program, Kindle Your Love of Reading. Registration is quick and easy online. Provide some simple information like your name and zipcode and you're ready to go!
For each book you read or listen to, you'll be entered in a drawing to win a Kindle ereader!
It's simple! Register today!
Meet a Baseball Legend
Come to the Felicity Branch on Monday, February 6 at 4:00p.m. to meet Thomas "High Pocket" Turner of the Negro League Baseball Players Association.
Mr. Turner was a pitcher and 1st baseman for the Chicago American Giants in 1947. According to him, the highlights of his baseball career are, "While managing the Valley Tigers, I beat Satchel Paige in Louisville, Kentucky. I was 2 for 4 off Satchel."
Mr. Turner will be sharing his reminiscences and displaying memorabilia from his baseball playing days.
Space is limited so register for the program by calling the branch at 876-4134 or online.
Books about Negro League Baseball.
Book a Librarian
The Milford-Miami Township Branch Library’s reference staff is here to help you with all of your information needs, but what if you have a question that takes more than a few minutes to answer? Our one-on-one sessions give you an hour with a librarian, personalized to meet your needs. Sessions are available by appointment by calling 248-0700. Pre-registration is required.
What we're offering:
- Library Tour – Get a personal tour of the library. Learn about our collections and services. We can teach you how to search the catalog, use the MORE system to request materials from outside the county, and access our computers and printers. Perfect for new patrons, homeschoolers, and anyone else interested in learning more about the library.
- E-mail – Several companies offer free e-mail and we can help you set up an account with the one of your choosing. In addition, learn the basics of sending and receiving messages.
- Databases – The library offers many great databases that are free for you to access. With our databases you can find magazine articles, research medical issues, search for your ancestors, create legal forms, do market research, repair your car, and even take online classes! Learn how to access our databases and get tips on how to do effective searching. This session can be customized to suit your personal interests.
- Microsoft Office – Having trouble using Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint? Get help with the basic to intermediate level problems that you’re experiencing. We’ll do our best to get you back on track!