Pioneer Memorial Library Rings in the Holidays!

The Pioneer Memorial Library invites Jubellation Bell Choir to Ring in the Holidays.

The 12 member choir shared beautiful music, discussed wonderful new music written just for large bells choirs. We shared various Christmas materials that were in print, audio and other formats for everyones enjoyment of the season.

Trivia Night 2011!

Our Annual Trivia Night was held on November 3,2011!

 Andrea and Sandy were eager to help, among other staff members for this great night!

 Team members deliberate for a final answer. This team was actually visiting from California; they had a wonderful experience participating in our night!

November Booked For Lunch

This month for Booked for Lunch, we invited Patrick Toth to share with us on the book, What It Is Like To Go To War by Karl Marlantes. Patrick shared the intense story with us, and we were all on the edge of our seats with the story.

October Yac Attack

 The October Yac Attack was held on October 20,2011. The kids and library staff had fun decorating pumpkins and eating spooky snacks. When the kids were done decorating pumpkins, they had the choice to take their pumpkins or leave them here. If left here, the pumpkins were displayed for Halloween.

Snacks included: Delicious Cupcakes, Scary Mouths, Slime Punch and Veggies with dip

Kids had the chance to carve pumpkins or decorate them while they got to enjoy snacks

October Booked For Lunch

For October's Booked for Lunch, our guest speaker was Shiela Frahm reviewing Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland. Lunch was served and all of our guests had lots of fun!Shiela gave an enticing review over the book, and guests thrived upon it! Thanks, Shiela!

 Shiela showing the group a certain aspect from the book, Clara and Mr. Tiffany

September Booked For Lunch

September's Booked for Lunch was hosted by Pioneer Memorial Library. Lon Frahm was the guest speaker, and he reviewed the book, Survival of Rural America by Richard E. Wood. The attendee's really enjoyed having Lon as a guest speaker, and felt that his review was very informative and beneficial for everyone. Thanks Lon!

Lon speaking with some of the attendee's for BFL

Summer Reading Events 2011- Colby Visitor's Center with Ralph Fischer

This summer, children who were involved in the summer reading program wrote poems which were then displayed out at the Colby Visitor's Center south of town. In the photo, Ralph Fischer is talking to a child about her poem that she wrote.

Summer Reading Events 2011-Reader's Theatre

Older kids who participate in Summer Reading get to participate in a reader's theatre! This is a great way for children to improve on their reading skills, and get involved in something fun and exciting! Plus, you get to wear cool hats too! ;)

Books For Soldiers

Books for Soldiers! Pioneer Memorial Library was asked to box up books to send to soldiers everywhere! We sent off 10 packs of books thanks to Friends of the Library.

Summer Reading '11-Eric Vaughn Magic Show

June 9, 2011 had exciting prospects for many Colby children and families: A magic show done by Eric Vaughn hosted by PML!

Many people of all ages came out to the library to enjoy a magic show, and were pleasantly surprised by what they witnessed! Thanks again, Eric Vaughn!

Summer Reading Events 2011-Galloping Gourmet

Leanna and Andrea with helper Nick taught the kids how to make Phillipino Banana Bites!

This Summer, Librarians, Leanna and Andrea decided to try gourmet cooking with kids ! They met every Monday at 3:15 in the Library basement and had a lot of fun! They made everything from German Pigs in a Blanket to Australian Fairy Bread. The girls tried to match their gourmet cooking with the country that they were going over in summer reading each week.

Colby Artwalk 2011

First "Artwalk" In Colby, Kansas! It was held on April 22, 2011 from 6p.m-9p.m. The idea of the event was to showcase the art that was being produced in our community. There were three starting points, The Colby High School, three of the CCC buildings, and people could also start downtown. There was entertainment provided in the downtown area; including a keyboard player, saxophonist, and a private band also played. Pioneer Memorial Library hosted some art and also had the basement open for students 1st-8th grade to participate in some fun educational activities. This was for the children whose parents were participating in the artwalk.

Checkout some of the displays from the artwalk!!

Library In Motion-April 9,2011

This Library In Motion trip took us all the way to the Salt Mines! In Hutchinson of course! Ten of the most daring kids journeyed to the depths of the salt mine, and naturally, they had a blast!

The brave children also visited an underground tunnel on their expedition!

Murder Mystery-March 6, 2011

The annual Murder Mystery was held on March 6, 2011, and it went off without a stab! Or, did it?

Over 100 attendee's witnessed the "Whodunit?" plot which involved a slew of interesting characters, including a homeless lady, a butcher, and many other suspects.

Attendee's enjoyed a dinner that any food critic would have praised: Asian inspired chicken and rice, gourmet salad, fresh-from-the-oven dinner rolls, and a decadent brownie drizzled with caramel sauce, piled high with whipped topping, and a sweet cherry to top it off.

Booked For Lunch: A "Deadly Descent" into March...

Pioneer Memorial Library presents the March Booked For Lunch: Deadly Descent by Charlotte Hinger. Hinger's novel depicts a "homegrown" mystery; set in Kansas. Charlotte's visit is also brought to the library in honor of Women's History Month.

Charlotte Hinger discussing her book, Deadly Descent, to a rapt audience

Author, Charlotte Hinger enjoys lunch while discussing an intriguing topic with the guests at the table.

Tom Averille: Booked For Brunch

In honor of Kansas' 150th Anniversary, Tom Averill was invited to Pioneer Memorial Library to speak about his book and share some interesting facts and information about what Kansas really means to Tom. Naturally a smooth talker, Tom told stories about history in a way that people really understood and wanted to continue to learn more about.

Tom Averill presenting on his book, What Kansas Means To Me

Chocolate and All That Jazz!

Chocolate and All That Jazz was an event hosted by Pioneer Memorial Library, celebrating Valentine's Day with friends, family, desserts, music and a little pizzazz!

A wide array of desserts were made to satisfy any sweet tooth as well!

Friends and family gather to listen to the CCC Jazz Band while enjoying close company and some yummy snacks!

Booked for Lunch - January 2011

January Booked for Lunch had Matt Ludwick speak about his recently written book. He spoke on issues about growing up with hearing issues, bullying and overcoming these problems. He talks to audiences about how even today he finds that his hearing problems helps him be more aware of his surroundings, peoples feelings and the current issues of bullying.