The Pioneer Memorial Library celebrated National Library Week with many in the community.
Monday
- April 15, 2013 - Speaker, Nick Larmer spoke on the book "People Care: Perspectives and
Practices for Professional Caregivers" by Thom Dick. Larmer shared what he
has learned about being an EMT. He tells us that if a person works to be a
servant not a hero they will last much longer in this challenging field.
Tuesday,
April 16, 2013 - Author Roy Bird – He presented "The Kansas Work Ethic of
Dwight D. Eisenhower" based on his recently published children's book, "Little
Ike." Kansas Humanities sponsored this program.
Wednesday,
April 17, 2013 - Retired Librarian, JoAnne Sunderman – on “Killing Kennedy,” by
Bill O’Reilly. She presented an excellent overview of the book showing us
challenging details.
Thursday,
April 18, 2013 - It snowed! Snow and wind kept author, Eunice Boeve from speaking at
lunch. Library Director, Melany Wilks put together an impromptu discussion of
recently added items, and soon to arrive materials. We also had audience
participation in interesting reads.
Friday, April 19, 2013 - Author, Jeanne Riedel spoke
on her book “Mistaken Identity.”- She hails from Hays, KS and had many people
interested in her mystery and her writing experience.
