MAYBE THAT PUNXSUTAWNEY RODENT WASN’T TOO FAR OFF.
Maybe that Punxsutawney rodent wasn’t too far off. It certainly has been warmer most of the time, and we see evidence of spring bulbs bursting forth. No one can argue it was a much nicer February this year than last year.
There are a few things going on at the library.
First, on Monday, the library is hosting a financial aid informational evening with representatives from Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the second floor meeting room B. Anyone with questions about applying for college financial aid, may bring them with you that evening and get answers.
March 16 is the beginning of the spring story time at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Bring your children or grandkids to hear delightful stories, make a craft and enjoy a light snack.
Also Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the library meeting rooms, a representative of Social Security will be on hand to discuss the basics of many of the programs. Anyone needing more information about retirement, disability or any other program, may attend this session.
A second story time will be offered at 11 a.m. March 17. If the Wednesday session doesn’t fit a schedule, stop by on March 18.
At 1 p.m. that same day, March 18, the new Bunco Club will play Bunco in the meeting rooms. A light snack will be served. This game is rapidly gaining popularity because it’s simple to play and so much fun. Drop in if you have the slightest interest and see how it works.
With the direction of a volunteer, our book sale areas are getting upgraded.
If you’ve never shopped our perpetual book sales, stop in and see what we have. You can find some bargain prices, and everyone is looking for a bargain these days.
We also have an extensive book sale of children’s books in the children’s computer lounge. Everything there is a dime – that’s right, 10 cents.
A senior student at Laurel Highlands High School did his senior project that benefited the Children’s Room collection. Miss Dianne had been slowly trying to replace the well-worn classics as well as keep up with the new releases. With funds for libraries limited, it was a slow process.
Joe Yourchik decided to help us out by organizing a dance with the profits of $235 coming to the Uniontown Public Library for replacement of the classic books in the Children’s Room. Through some very savvy shopping, Miss Dianne has been able to add many new books to the shelves. A huge thank you goes to Joe Yourchik.
Come see us in the library, attend a program, and shop the used book sale.
“With a library you are free, not confined by temporary political climates. It is the most democratic of institutions because no one – but no one at all – can tell you what to read and when and how.” -Doris Lessing
Lynn Tharan is the director of the Uniontown Public Library.