Coffee, maybe, maybe

We received the first look at a proposed revamping of the foyer area on the second floor to create a coffee shop in the Library. The design looks good. Now we are awaiting the cost estimates and then the Library Board will decide if it is feasible to do.

Why put a coffee shop in the Library?

Several reasons:

1. Library users have requested it.


2. Adds atmosphere and ambiance.


3. Convenience for meeting room users.


4. Possible revenue stream for the Library.

The Library Board will meet October 14 with this on the agenda. Let me know how you feel about adding a coffee shop to the Library.

Elvita

Just the facts

Is the political rhetoric weighing heavily on you? Are you unsure what to believe in the media and online? Take a look at the website - www.factcheck.org

This nonpartisan nonprofit site helps to increase public understanding and lessen the falsehoods that run rampant in a national election by monitoring the accuracy of political speeches, interviews, debates, and press releases.

It’s definitely worth bookmarking on your computer!




Elvita

Great art

Providing access to the arts is part of the mission of the Library. We have two exceptional displays currently here.

On our carpeted wall, see the wonderful panoramic photography of Thomas E. Bartholow. Sometimes called South Dakota's Stealth Nature Photographer, Bartholow has captured nature in quiet moments. See sunflowers, sunrises/sets, and wildlife come to life.

In the central glass case this month are a collection of hand painted ostrich eggs, provided by Karen Youngberg. Think of the skill it takes to keep from cracking one of these large eggs as you painted it. Not related to their beauty or the skill required to do this and probably because I had scrambled eggs for breakfast, think about how much yolk there is in one of these.

Come enjoy these two great displays, here through the end of the month.

Elvita

Kid excitement

Story times begin next week here at the Library. It's always fun to see the faces of preschoolers as they discover books and libraries. The excitement is contagious.

Story times next week are Monday evening at 7:00, Tuesday morning at 10:30, and Tuesday afternoon at 2:00. Registration is not required. Just come and have fun.

Lap Story times for 9 to 24 month olds will be held on Wednesday mornings at 10:30. Registration IS required for that so give us a call at 692-9407.

Also next week is our September puppet show. Join us on Thursdy September 18 at 7:00 for "The Three Little Fish and the Big Bad Shark". Presented by the Brookings Library Puppeteers, this is a fun way to spend an evening.

There are lots of other exciting events happening at the Library this fall. Pick up a paper copy of our newsletter or click the link above to see an online version.

See you at the Library!

Elvita