Check It Out Spring 2019

Quarterly Newsletter/Spring2019

CHECK IT OUT

Keeping you connected to the Delaware County District Library.

www.delawarelibrary.org

Volunteers make the LIBRARY STRONG This quarter, we’re celebrating two special observances, National Library Week and Volunteer Appreciation Week. It seems appropriate, if a little amazing, that these two observances should be the same week this year, April 7-13.

Libraries were founded by volunteers. Our very own Delaware County District Library started life as a women’s reading club at the end of the 19th century. Many other libraries across the US have similar origins.

Today, although we employ about 100 people, our volunteers continue to be a vital force within the Library. Dozens of high school students, our Volunteens, assist at events while they earn community service hours for graduation. Our adult volunteers decorate the Library, help update some of our communications channels, and keep the Library looking good. The Friends of the Library, volunteers all, manage our book sales, sponsor author visits, help underwrite the summer reading program, and provide supplies the regular budget doesn’t support. And finally, our seven trustees, appointed by the County Commissioners and the Judges of the Common Pleas Court, serve as volunteers without compensation. They’re responsible for setting and overseeing the Library’s policies, direction and budget.

Volunteers and libraries are a winning combination for everyone!

George Needham

DCDL BOARD OF TRUSTEES

HOLIDAY CLOSURES

Brenda Eldridge, President Michael Butler, Vice President Ceena Baker, Secretary

Easter Sunday, 4/21

Holly Quaine Neil Neidhardt Nick McCoy Denise Martin

Memorial Day Monday, 5/27

COVER STORY The cover of this spring’s issue of “Check It Out” features librarian Andy Bartlett.

Andy has been with the Delaware County District Library for 4 years working primarily with children around the county.

He is the organizer behind this year’s Human Library. Organizing the Human Library calls for community volunteers as “books.” This year Andy found human “books” with topics like adoption, being Muslim in America, mental illness, gestational surrogacy, and living a waste free life. The Human Library is open for 30 minute check out sessions from 1:00 – 3:00pm on Saturday, April 20.

Andy also organized an author visit from Mindy McGinnis. McGinnis will be at the Orange Branch Library on April 9 to talk “Blood, Brains, & Lobotomies.” This presentation covers the research behind her 2015 novel, A Madness So Discreet. It will delve into how doctors treated brain injuries in the late 1800’s and the different aspects of care for the mentally ill at that time.

For more information on these programs and more read on or visit delawarelibrary.org/event. Be sure to check out our special spring programs featured in this issue.

LOCATIONS Delaware Library 84 East Winter St. Delaware, OH 43015 740-362-3861 Orange Library & Outreach Services 7171 Gooding Blvd.

Delaware, OH 43015 740-549-2665

Orange Library Drive-up Window Open during library hours Opens early weekdays at 7:00am Powell Library 460 South Liberty St. Powell, OH 43065 614-888-9160

Ostrander Library 75 North Fourth St. Ostrander, OH 43061 740-666-1410

ADULT PROGRAMS BOOK CLUBS Do you like to share your ideas & reactions about titles you’ve read? Like to discover others’ thoughts & opinions? Join a Book Club for a fun, entertaining discussion.

Readers welcome!

Morning Clubs Ostrander 11:00am March 6: Go Ask Fannie

by Elisabeth Hyde April 3: Love and Other Consolation Prizes

by Jamie Ford May 1: Plainsong by Kent Haruf Orange 10:30am March 12: The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn April 9: We Fed an Island

by Jose Andres May 14: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

Afternoon Clubs Delaware 1:00pm March 5: Still Alice by Alan Bradley April 2: That Woman by Anne Sebba May 7: The Good Goodbye

by Carla Buckley Evening Clubs Ostrander 7:00pm March 26: Today Will Be Different by Maria Semple April 23: Make your Bed by William H. McRaven May 28: In the Shadow of Alabama by Judy Reene Singer Powell 7:00pm March 26: Scaramouche by Rafael Sabatini

GREAT FOR AGES 18+

Mini Stitch Journaling Learn classic bookbinding stitch from Igloo Letterpress and choose from a wide variety Delaware of book covers, pages, and 7:30pm thread to make each book your March 27: Before You Know very own. Each student will Kindness by Chris Bohjalian create 3 custom books to take April 24: Ill Will by Dan Chanon home.

May 29: No One Cares About Delaware Crazy People by Ron Powers 6:30pm March 12 Orange 7:00pm March 27: Little Fires Craft a Sharpie Mug Everywhere by Celeste Ng Personalize a coffee mug with April 24: The Heart is a Sharpies. All supplies will be Lonely Hunter provided.

by Carson McCullers Delaware May 22: The Hate U Give by 6:30pm Angie Thomas March 13 April 23: A Brilliant Death by Robin Yocum May 28: Crazy Rich Asians

by Kevin Kwan

Books & Brews Adults young and old alike are invited to grab a brew with us and talk books. Pick up each month’s read at the Library and then get ready to book talk!

Paint Night* Join local artist and owner of Canvas Creations For You for a night of painting fun! No prior artistic experience is required.

All supplies, as well as light The Daily Growler – Powell refreshments, will be provided.

6:00pm At the end of the program, you March 13: Before We Were will have a fantastic creation to Yours by Lisa Wingate bring home!

April 10: The Storyteller’s Secret *Pre-registration is required

by Sejal Badani Orange May 8: A Thousand Lives by 6:30pm Julia Scheeres March 14 & May 9

ARTS & CRAFTS Bob Ross Paint Along* Join Bob Ross enthusiasts and others as we follow along to one of his beloved painting sessions! Canvases, paint, and happy clouds included. *Pre-registration is required Delaware 10:30am March 2

Delaware 6:30pm April 9 Pinterest Night Do you like to visit Pinterest for craft ideas but don’t always have time to create the idea?

Join us at the library to create a Pinterest-worthy craft.

Supplies provided.

Orange 7:00pm March 28: Metal Stamped Necklace April 25: DIY Teapot Planters May 23: Tissue Paper Flower Canvas Linoleum Block Printing 101 In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of linoleum block printing including material selection, carving technique and printing of your finished project. Each student will take their carved block home with them, supplies included.

COOKBOOK CLUBS

COMPUTER TRAINING

Take home a new cookbook and try out recipes. Then make/ bake/create and bring your favorite to the club to share with the group and discuss techniques. Come hungry!

Join us to advance your computer skills. No previous classes are required. *Pre-registration is required

Orange 7:00pm March 13: Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines April 10: Matty Matheson: A Cookbook May 8: My Healthy Dish by My Nguyen

Delaware 7:00pm Orange March 28: Delish by Joanna 7:00pm Saltz April 18 April 25: Pie Squared

by Cathy Barrow Crafterday: Book Page Flowers May 23: 5 Ingredients by Jamie Oliver Make beautiful flowers out of recycled books.

Ostrander Delaware 7:00pm 10:30am April 9 : 100 Recipes: The April 27 Absolute Best Ways to Make the True Essentials

by America’s Test Kitchen

Delaware 9:00am March 12 & April 23: Windows & Computer Basics March 23 & May 7: Word & Excel Basics April 9 & May 21: Internet Basics 6:00pm March 14 & April 25: Windows & Computer Basics March 25 & May 9: Word & Excel Basics April 11 & May 23: Internet Basics Orange 9:00am March 26: Genealogy Research Database Basics April 23: Internet Basics May 28: Lynda.com Basics

ADULT PROGRAMS FILMS Film Club Grab a copy of the selected film on DVD, Blu-ray, or watch via a streaming service like Kanopy. Then join the group for pizza, refreshments, and some film fun.

Orange 7:00pm March 26: Hellboy (2004) April 23: King Kong vs. Godzilla May 28: Favorite Stars Wars Discussion

GAMES & TRIVIA Trivia Night Join the fun with live trivia action at the Powell Daily Growler for adults. Expect prizes, fun, and some friendly rivalries.

The Daily Growler – Powell 6:00pm March 6: General Knowledge March 20: Game of Thrones April 3: General Knowledge April 17: Music May 1: General Knowledge May 15: Dealer’s Choice Bring a Buddy Improv* Bring a partner and join us for this this exciting series that will introduce you to the world of improvisation! *Pre-registration is required Orange 7:00pm March 7: Improv Basics March 21: Character Improvement April 4: “Whose Line Is It Anyway” Adult Game Night Learn to play Texas Hold Em, Euchre, and various board

games in a relaxed and noncompetitive environment.

The Daily Growler – Powell 6:00pm March 27, April 24, May 22

LEARNING & LANGUAGE ESOL Class It’s hard to survive in today’s culture if English is not your native language. Join these ongoing multi-level ESOL classes (English for Speakers of Other Languages) thanks to the Delaware Area Career Center Aspire office.

Orange Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 12:15pm

LIFE SKILLS Delaware Toastmasters Club Do your knees knock together when speaking in front of people? Overcome your fears, listen effectively, find your voice and grow your confidence with Toastmasters.

All meetings are open to the public and guests are welcome.

Orange 7:00pm March 5 & 19 April 2, 16, 30 May 7 & 21 Job & Career Workshop Looking for a job or to brush up on your job searching skills? Join an Employment Services Representative from OhioMeansJobs for a three part workshop. Attend any session or all three.

GREAT FOR AGES 18+

Delaware 4:00pm March 6: Resume Building April 3: Job Searching May 1: Interview Techniques Money & Freedom: Create the Life You Want Mark and Mihaela will share the strategies they used in their 20’s and 30’s that allowed them to be debt-free and now on track to make work an option by the time their youngest child starts kindergarten.

Delaware 1:00pm March 9 Money & Freedom: Budgeting 101 This introduction to budgeting and household money management will teach how to make and stay on a budget, track your spending, and reach your goals.

Orange 7:00pm March 12 Medicare Plan Comparison Workshop* This SourcePoint-sponsored workshop will teach Medicare beneficiaries how to run a Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage Plan comparison on the medicare.gov website.

This is a hands-on, interactive training session facilitated by an OSHIIP certified counselor. *Pre-registration is required Orange 10:00am March 26

Human Library Volunteers from the community are giving their time to be human “books” by sharing their personal stories. The “books” will be available for a 30-minute check out with your library card.

Orange 1:00pm April 20

LOCAL HISTORY Local History: In Pictures Have boxes of old pictures at home? This program is designed to help you learn how to preserve and store them. We will also be scanning any pictures of Ostrander’s past so please bring those to share as well.

Ostrander 7:00pm March 12 Disappearing Landscapes in Delaware County Hear a local history discussion with Delaware County artist and author Linda Wesner.

Discover something new about Delaware County’s history while also learning about Wesner’s artistic process, which includes research into disappearing historic buildings and places around the county.

Orange 7:00pm May 2

WELLNESS Heartful Meditation Stressed out? Looking for better balance? Learn to relax with guided meditation.

Orange 7:00pm March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20 Renew with Yoga A local yoga instructor will teach relaxing, stress releaving exercises that will help refresh the mind and the body.

You are encouraged to bring your own mat.

Ostrander 6:30pm March 6, April 3, May 1 Tai Chi Workshop* This class is designed to help you perform Tai Chi, an exercise designed for developing personal health.

Tai Chi is good for strength, balance, vitality, concentration, and stress reduction. No experience required. *Pre-registration is required Delaware 4:00pm March 4, 11, 18, 25 (4 & 11 start at 3:30pm) April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20 Orange 4:00pm March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 7, 14, 21, 28

Delaware 7:00pm March 7, April 4, May 2 Creative Writing Love to read? Interested in writing? Join us for creative writing exercises to explore your creativity or develop your skills. Beginners welcome.

Powell 6:30pm March 19, April 16, May 21 Writers’ Group Be inspired. Share ideas. Gain feedback. Network. Build a writing support group.

Orange 7:00pm March 20, April 17, May 15

Author Visit: Mindy McGinnis Local author Mindy McGinnis shares the research behind her Edgar Award-winning Gothic historical thriller, “A Madness So Discreet.”

Orange

7:00pm April 9

WRITING Poetry Group Poetry Group offers the opportunity for poetry lovers of all ages to read, write, and share poetry in a group setting. Local poetry enthusiast Ben Ditmars facilitates.

Art by Linda Wesner

GREAT FOR AGES 12 - 17

TEEN PROGRAMS Anime Club Geek out about all things anime! Club meets every first Wednesday of the month.

Orange 6:30pm March 6, April 3, May 1 Canvas Tape Art Revamp your space this spring by making your own modern piece of artwork.

Ostrander 6:30pm March 7 Delaware 6:30pm March 20 ACT Practice Test* Register to take an ACT Practice Test with a representative from College Tutors. *Pre-registration required.

Orange 10:00am March 9, April 13, May 4 College Just Ahead This FREE presentation is perfect for parents of students in grades 9, 10, and 11 although any age range is welcome! Students are encouraged to attend with their parents. You will leave confident that you know how to begin this exciting journey!

Ostrander 7:00pm March 14

Dungeons & Dragons Basics Roll for Initiative! Dungeons and Dragons is the ultimate tabletop game; join the adventure and learn to play.

Just bring your imagination.

Anime Lock-In: What’s New Get introduced to what’s new in the world of anime, make otaku crafts, and try out Japanese foods.

Powell 5:00pm March 30, April 27, May 25

Delaware 5:30pm April 19

Teen Job Fair In need of an after-school or summer job? Want to pick up some tips on writing a resume or filling out an application? Stop by the library to meet with nearby employers who hire ages 16+ at our Teen Job Fair!

Taste Test Ninja Do your taste buds have what it takes to be a taste test ninja? Come try new foods - blindfolded! Call in advance if you have food allergy or dietary questions.

Orange 6:00pm April 2 Cooking Can Get Messy We will sneak in the “healthy” as we have fun creating easy-to-make snacks and treats. Bring a friend and come hungry!

Ostrander 6:30pm April 4 Author Visit: Mindy McGinnis Local author Mindy McGinnis shares the research behind her Edgar Award-winning Gothic historical thriller, “A Madness So Discreet.”

Orange 7:00pm April 9

Powell 6:00pm April 25 Relax with Snacks Testing got you down? Stop by the Teen Zone to unwind with snacks, coloring, and a coffee bar!

Orange 6:00pm May 8

Place your bets or show off your hat to win a prize!

Mark your calendars for May 4th to support the Library’s new Makerspace. The fun and comradery of the Kentucky Derby will be recreated. Enjoy food, adult beverages, a simulcast of the Derby and the running of the FOL horse races. Wear your decorated hat and bet on your favorite horse in the Friends of the Library Derby!

Tickets on sale at https://friendsderby.eventbrite.com

YOUNG WRITERS’ WORKSHOP Steve Harpster, comic book author and children’s educational presenter, will guide children in the development of their own published book. Each child will receive a professionally bound book with a duplicate copy added to the Delaware County District Library collection.

Tickets on sale at: delawarelibraryfriends.org

Delaware Main Library Saturday, April 6th 5-7 years old: 9:30 - 11:30am 7-9 years old: 1:30 - 3:30pm

BARGAIN BOOK SALES: Come out to add more books, DVDs, and resources to your personal library at a bargain!

Orange Branch Library April 12: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

April 13: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

April 14: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Delaware Main Library May 17: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

May 18: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

May 19: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

If you have donations that you would like to make to the Friends for future book sales, drop your gently used items at any of our DCDL locations. Visit www.delawarelibraryfriends.org for more information on how you can become a member, donate or volunteer.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS LEGO Club Show off your LEGO skills.

LEGO Club for kids ages 6-11 meets regularly and has varying themes.

Ostrander 1:00pm March 2: Extravaganza** **Special 2 hour session to celebrate the LEGO Movie 2 in theatres this spring.

April 6: Cryptozoology Critters May 4: Star Wars Delaware 6:30pm March 14: Transportation April 11: Free Build Paws For Reading Help your child get extra practice with their reading skills by reading to a trained therapy dog! This program is intended for children ages 5+.

Ostrander 12pm March 2, April 6, May4 Delaware 10:30am March 2, April 13, May 4

Kids Cookbook Club Cook at the library (Ostrander) or at home and bring your dish to share (Delaware) for a meal made by kids!

Delaware 6:30pm March 7: Cooking Class by Deanna F. Cook April 4: The International Coobook for Kids by Matthew Locricchio Ostrander 4:00pm March 13: Gourmet Greens April 10: Egg-cellent Fun

Homeschool Book Club* Children will be given an opportunity to do book report type presentations before a group based on monthly themes. *Pre-registration is required Ostrander 1:00pm March 8: March Magic April 12: From Small to Large May 3: Where Are We Going?

GREAT FOR AGES 6-11

Would you Fondue?

Are you adventurous? Would you fondue a pineapple in chocolate or cheese? A grape?

Come join the fun as we try different things in fondue fountains and do activities to celebrate the fondue.

Delaware 6:30pm April 17

Art Club Fun art projects geared toward ages 6-11.

Mug Makeover Make a personalized drinking mug with Sharpies and your imagination.

Orange 6:30pm March 11, April 8, May 13

Ostrander 4:00pm April 24

Bookworms Book Club This special book club is recommended for kids ages 9-12. Grab the book selection, read it, and bring it with you to discuss. Participants will be entered into a raffle for a free book of their choice!

Orange 6:30pm March 18: Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo April 22: The Witch Boy by Molly Ostertag Cookies with a Librarian Enjoy a morning learning to be a librarian during National Library Week. Our librarians will answer questions as you enjoy a snack and explore behind the scenes of the library.

Delaware 10:00am April 13

FAMILY PROGRAMS Dr. Seuss Craft Night Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday by joining us for Seuss-themed crafts and activities the whole family can enjoy.

Powell 6:30pm March 4 Renew with Yoga (for Kids!)

A yoga instructor will guide participants through the basic movements of yoga. Children of all ages can benefit from these stress-relieving exercises.

Ostrander 11:30am March 5, April 2, April 30 Bagpipes & Books Enjoy the music and culture of the Great Highland Bagpipe.

Learn how bagpipes work and why we still hear them today.

Orange 6:30pm March 5 Delaware 11:00am March 16 Game Day Play a variety of games with the whole family at the library.

Powell 11:00am - 4:00pm March 15 Family Mug Painting Night* Join us for a family mug painting night hosted by local artist and owner of the Delaware paint studio, Canvas Creations for You. *Pre-registration is required Powell 6:30pm March 18 Craft Month To celebrate National Craft Month, join us this April to show off your creative skills.

Each week will feature a different craft.

Powell All Day April 1 - 26

GREAT FOR FAMILIES WITH KIDS OF ALL AGES

Under the Big Top Ladies and Gentlemen, children of all ages... Enter the center ring for fun, crafts and special acts of daring do.

Ostrander 1:00pm April 20 Teacher Appreciation Card Making What better way to show appreciation for your teacher than with a homemade card?

Make a special card for your special teacher.

Powell 6:30pm April 29 A Whole New World: Aladdin Party Step into a whole new world as we celebrate Aladdin with crafts and activities!

Powell 6:30pm May 6 Miniature Horse Meet & Greet Learn about miniature horses!

Enjoy a story, small craft, and meet two miniature horses.

Delaware 6:30pm May 15

PRE-K PROGRAMS Early Literacy Tip:

GREAT FOR AGES 5 AND UNDER

Reading to your child can help them develop a large vocabulary because books often contain words we don’t typically use in everyday conversations. The next time you are at the library, check out the Easy Nonfiction area for informational books that are full of new and exciting words and concepts!

Drama Kids at Playtime (Ages 4 – 6) Drama Kids of North Columbus will be visiting us during our regularly scheduled Playtimes once a month.

Orange 10:00am March 8, April 12, May 10

Buddies, Books & Bubbles (Birth – 5) A special storytime for children ages birth to 5 and their parents & caregivers. This will be an inclusive activity in which children with special needs will learn and play alongside children without special needs.

Delaware 11:00am March 27, April 24, May 22

Ikea Storytimes (Ages 4 – 6) Visit Ikea for storytime! We will be singing songs, reading books and having fun.

April 30 12:00pm Offisite: IKEA 1900 Ikea Way Columbus, OH 43240

STORYTIMES All Storytimes will break from April 29 - May 31 while we prepare for Summer Reading Club.

Preschool Time (Ages 4 – 6) At Preschool Storytime, we use interactive songs, finger plays, flannel stories, books and crafts to learn and have fun!

Ostrander Fridays 11:00am Playtime (Birth – Age 6) Playing is a vital way to build a variety of early literacy skills and a great way to meet new friends, so join us for some fun, unstructured playtime!

Baby Time (Birth – 24 months) Believe it or not, getting your child ready to read begins at birth! Baby Time involves rhymes, movement activities, songs, books, and unstructured playtime.

Delaware Thursdays 11:00am

Delaware Mondays & Tuesdays 11:00am Orange Wednesdays 10:00am Thursdays 11:00am

Family Time (Birth – 6 years) Family Storytime is a combination of books, flannel stories, songs, rhymes and crafts. We include activities that appeal to a wider age range so the whole family can join in on the fun!

Powell Wednesdays & Thursdays 11:00am

Delaware Mondays 6:30pm

April Fool’s Storytime (Ages birth - 5) Silly stories, songs, and crafts will dominate this special April Fool’s Day-themed storytime.

Ostrander Thursdays 10:30am

Powell 6:30pm April 1

Toddler Time (Ages 2 – 3) Toddler Time for 2s and 3s is full of fun songs, finger plays, flannel stories, books and sometimes crafts!

Delaware Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am Orange Tuesdays 10:00am Wednesdays 11:00am Powell Wednesdays & Thursdays 10:00am

Orange Thursdays 10:00am

Orange Thursdays 6:30pm Toddler & Preschool Dance Party (Ages 2 – 6) Dance and sing with us at the Library! Join us for a fun, interactive music program designed for kids ages 2 - 6 and their caregiver.

Delaware Fridays 10:00am Orange Mondays 10:00am

Orange Fridays 10:00am Powell Fridays 10:00am

SPECIAL STORYTIMES

Bilingual Storytime 汉英双语故事时间 (Ages birth - 5) Join us for a bilingual family storytime (Mandarin and English) filled with songs, stories, purposeful play, and a craft celebrating Chinese culture. 欢迎参加图书馆的家庭双语 故事时间！为了庆祝中国 文化, 我们将会在 Orange Branch 图书馆用普通话和英 语来讲故事，做工艺品，唱 活泼的歌曲和童谣。 Orange 6:30pm April 16

SPRING PROGRAMS Spring Break @ Orange (Family) Orange 2:00pm March 25: Meet Aviator Bessie Coleman - Travel through time with us and meet Bessie Coleman, the famous African American aviator.

March 27: Drama Kids @ the Library - Kids will participate in a wide range of creative activities during this Hawaiianthemed drama class.

March 29: Games and Puzzles - Stop by on Friday afternoon for board games, puzzles, and other amusing activities.

Spring Break @ Delaware (Family) Delaware 1:00pm March 26: Crafternoon March 27: LEGO Mania March 28: Play-Doh Party

What’s Hoppin’ (Ages 6-11) Have you ever wondered what it takes to have a pet rabbit?

Can they learn tricks? What do they eat? Join us as we learn if bunnies are as fun as they are cute.

Ostrander 2:00pm March 27 Chick Hatching (All Ages) Learn all about eggs and chicks at the program. Keep checking in throughout the next two weeks to see if the library has chicks!

Powell 6:30pm April 18

Easter Egg Hunt (Family) No school? No problem! Come to the library for an Easter Egg Hunt!

Powell 11:00am April 19 Bunnies and Babies (Family) Bring the Farm to You stops by to feature bunnies and baby animals. Fuzzy chicks, ducklings, turkey poults, and bunnies will melt hearts and make your spring celebrations come alive.

Orange 6:30pm May 14

Delaware 6:30pm April 23

FOR ALL AGES What is a Nyckelharpa?

Enjoy an evening of music as musician Genelle Denzin shares the history and sound of this incredible Scandinavian instrument.

Ostrander 7:00pm April 25

Cat Cafe Celebrate “National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day!” Cozy Cat Cottage will be here with kitties to play and fall in love with and possibly adopt. We will provide coffee and tea.

The cats will provide the cuteness and fun!

Delaware 6:00pm April 30

Local History Walk Get to know the history of the Village of Ostrander by taking a walk with Ostrander Branch Manager Harla Lawson as she and other local residents share stories from the past.

Ostrander 7:00pm May 7

AUTHOR VISIT Mindy McGinnis Blood, Brains & Lobotomies Tuesday, April 9 • 7:00pm Orange Branch Library

Join author Mindy McGinnis as she shares the research behind her Edgar Award-Winning Gothic historical thriller, A Madness So Discreet. Learn about how doctors treated brain injuries in the 1890s and the different aspects of care for the mentally ill – for better or for worse. Also included will be a brief history of the Athens Lunatic Asylum, the setting for the novel.

Photo by Flickr user Joseph A

The Community & Family Outreach Services Department teams up with Preservation Parks of Delaware County every month for storytimes in the park!

Enjoy stories and songs, then explore the parks during a short discovery hike.

Storytimes are at 10 a.m. | Birth - age 5 MARCH 11

APRIL 8

MAY 6

Deer Haven Park 4183 Liberty Road Delaware, OH 43015 Theme: Birds

Blues Creek Park 9627 Fontanelle Road, Ostrander, OH 43061 Theme: Ponds

Emily Traphagen Park 5094 Seldom Seen Road, Powell, OH 43065 Theme: Kites

Want to see more of the Outreach Department?

Discovery Bags contain educational resources, books, DVDs, puppets, games, toys and information on a variety of themes for in-home daycare providers. A new collection targeted to the ages and interests of the children is delivered each month. For more information about the Bookmobile or the Outreach Department, call 740-548-1660 or email outreach@delawarelibrary.org.

DAILY INSPIRATION CHALLENGES, CLASSES & IDEAS delawarelibrary.org/research

STAFF REVIEW

by Pam Taylor Circulation Manager While my title here at DCDL is Circulation Manager, I also purchase the Adult Fiction, Large Print, and nondigital audio titles for our collection, as well as facilitate two book discussion groups here at the Main Branch. The groups’ selections run the gamut from popular, well-reviewed titles to bold new voices, and even the occasional classic. New members are always welcome to be a part of our casual and spirited discussions. Come join us!

Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

One recent selection that was especially popular with our afternoon group was the sweeping family saga Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. This novel follows the struggles and triumphs of a Korean family living in Japan from 1910 to 1989. It is a compelling tale of a family’s drive to flourish amid the harsh reality of being of Korean descent in Japan during this time. It is an engrossing, accessible, and at times heartbreaking, read.

Let’s Pretend This Never Happened

by Jenny Lawson

Jenny takes us along for the wild ride that has been her life up to this point. Raised in an eccentric family, surrounded by bizarre bits of taxidermy, Lawson’s childhood was far from normal. She also suffers from rheumatoid arthritis, depression, anxiety, and other disorders. What makes the book so outstanding is how she owns every bit of this, and uses humor to not only cope, but triumph, over her disabilities. If you want to be inspired, while at the same time being doubled over with laughter, this book might be for you.

The Good Good-bye by Carla Buckley

Coming up this spring, we will be reading The Good Good-bye by Carla Buckley. This thriller involves a fire in a college dorm, the consequences of which expose family secrets of the two cousins at the center of the tragedy. The tale is made more compelling by the use of differing, first-person viewpoints in the narration. You will want to keep reading to discover what will be revealed in each new chapter. This book is highly recommended for fans of Jodi Picoult, and the domestic thriller genre, in general.

Visit Pam at her book clubs at the Delaware Main Library on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00pm and the last Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm.

To see what titles the groups are reading, please visit our events calendar at www.delawarelibrary.org/event.

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Explore all of our services and sign up for your library card at www.delawarelibrary.org

HUMAN LIBRARY Don't judge a book by its cover.

Check out a "book" from the Human Library on April 20.

AMERICAN AMERICAN MUSLIM MUSLIM

SURROGATE MOTHER DOMESTIC ABUSE

LIVING WASTE-FREE CAREER CHANGE

ADOPTED INFERTILITY

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 1:00 - 3:00 PM ORANGE BRANCH LIBRARY 7171 GOODING BLVD DELAWARE, OH 43015