AWE Literacy Computer - Grant Through Pete Henry Foundation!

Four (4) AWE computers were added to the Pioneer Memorial Library due to the generous grant of the Pete Henry Foundation. We have been told by parents and seen children's joy increase as they work on these all-in-one computers that have over 70 different types of learning software.

 

One four year old was using an AWE computer for the first time with guidance from the parent and she exclaimed. This is awesome. Other parents have said they love the way this allows even their little biddy's use computers since they have touch screen. One young child loved to come in and use the simple Paint software daily.

Chocolate And All That Jazz! Rocks to Library!

The 2nd Annual Chocolate And All That Jazz was held at the Pioneer Memorial Library on February 14, 2012!  

Together the community celebrated Valentines Day with great jazz music provided by the Colby Community College Jazz Band, and the Colby Community College Sunflower Singers!

Patrons of the community came to enjoy a table full of scrumptious deserts and listen to the fabulous songs and music.

We filled our tables, added chairs and then soon only had standing room. But what a wonderful way to share a day dedicated to expressing love to others!

Booked For Lunch - Youth Discusses: Guysread.com

Nick Larmer, our youth presenter at the regular Booked For Lunch event presented the book,
"The Peak," by Ron Smith.

 

It was evident to the audience that Nick loves mountain climbing and is intimately acquainted with the sport. He not only shared from experience, but information researched about climbing Mount Everest. He showed pictures of the harsh environment on the mountains of Tibet. Nick segued his struggle with reading and keeping his interest in reading personally right into the topic of boys and young men's reading genres. He also encouraged the audience to help their children and grandchildren to find resources that guys will read from an online source "guysread.com."

 



400 years of publishing success!

Carol Rahn spoke on the 400 year history since the publishing of the King James Bible. She also discussed the political and religious controversy that surrounded this edition that was authorized by the King. Carol pointed out that the Puritans who came to the new world were not enamored by the language nor its tone. She discussed how allegiances and the needs of the Puritan community in the USA changed the acceptance of this work.

Everyone went away in thoughtful amazement of the historical and political background they gleaned from this speakers insightful delivery.

Food For Fines

The Pioneer Memorial Library donated a truck load of food to the Thomas County Food Bank after their Christmas, Food for  Fines Campaign!

Each year patrons can bring in food to pay for overdue fines. This way after Christmas we help boost the Thomas County Food Banks supplies and we have happy patrons that start afresh in the new year with no fines on their accounts.

~~~~ A win-win situation! ~~~

Santa Visits the Library!

The Pioneer Memorial Library had a visit by Mr. and Mrs. Claus!

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.