a bi monthly newsletter of the Corvallis Benton County Public Library Introducing Family Literacy ipads at the Library!

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1 CHECK IT OUT! a bi monthly newsletter of the Corvallis Benton County Public Library Mar/Apr 2015 Volume 23 No. 2 Introducing Family Literacy ipads at the Library! by Kristin Starnes, Youth Services The Corvallis Benton County Public Library is pleased to offer Family Literacy ipads for in library use. The ipads come preloaded with educational and entertainment apps geared for children and selected by Youth Services Librarians. These ipads are intended for use by children and families together while they visit the library. The Family Literacy ipads are a multisensory tool for engaging young children in building multiple literacy skills, along with fine motor, language, cognitive, and social skills. These new ipads replace the library s retired collection of Leapfrog LeapPad Learning Systems. While the ipads are intended for use by children with their families, a responsible adult must check out the ipad. Checkout is limited to library patrons whose library cards are in good standing. Family Literacy ipads check out for a 2 hour period and must remain in the library. This is a pilot project and will be regularly reviewed. The library looks forward to finding new ways to improve and expand our services throughout our community. How can parents learn more about the issues around digital technology and children? We re glad you asked! Librarians have compiled a list of recommended books and articles in our Growing Up in a Digital World Parent Resource Guide (available at the Youth Services Desk) that discuss this important question. This is just a starting point, though. We are happy to help you locate more information on this subject so that you can make the most informed decisions for your family and values. image credit: Chloe and ipad Mini 4/5 by C.K. Koay // (CC BY NC 2.0) Silk Road Music Art Tours of the Library Sponsored by the Friends of the Library & Multicultural Literacy Center. Saturday, March 7 th 2:00 For over twenty years, Silk Road Music has been smashing stereotypes about Chinese music and taking Chinese instruments in new artistic directions. Its pioneering musical fusions have merged Chinese folk and classical music with Brazilian, jazz, Celtic, Spanish, Arabic, Aboriginal and blues music. Founded by Qiu Xia He (pr. Chusha Her), a one time music teacher and touring musician in her native Shaanxi, China, the ensemble has earned a Juno nomination, two West Coast Music Awards and two Canadian Folk Music Award nominations. Most recently, the group has begun exploring sinified flamenco music and performing on stage with flamenco dancers. First Tuesday Starting April 7 th 10:00 AM Library Lobby Why does the library have so many gargoyle statues? Is there really a time capsule? These questions and more will be answered by Library Foundation Board member, Freda Vars, as she leads you through an exploration of the art that can be found at the Corvallis Benton County Public Library. Discover hidden gems and get a glimpse of the library s rich history during this fascinating look into one of the many reasons our library space is such a treasure.

2 Library Foundation Corner by Betty McCauley, Board Member Mon Thu Fri Sat Sunday 645 NW Monroe Ave Corvallis OR :00 AM 8:00 PM 10:00 AM 6:00 PM 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Alsea Community Library Alsea Hwy Alsea OR Mon, Wed, Sat Tue, Thu 10:00 AM 4:30 PM 2:00 PM 8:00 PM 380 N 5th St Monroe OR Mon Tue, Thu Wed Sat 1:30 PM 4:30 PM 10:00 AM 4:30 PM 3:00 PM 8:00 PM 10:00 AM 3:00 PM 1050 Applegate St Philomath OR Mon, Tue Wed Sat 10:00 AM 8:00 PM 10:00 AM 5:00 PM A publication of the Corvallis Benton County Public Library, Friends of the Library and the Library Foundation. Refer questions and input to the Library Administration Office at Printed with soy ink on recycled, post consumer waste paper. The Library Foundation is basically about money. How can we supplement the city/ county budget that our Library staff, with the Library Advisory Board, has been allotted from taxes to operate the library system. In our meetings our able Treasurer, Paul Dickey, reports on our income and expenditures that you, the donors, have chosen to support. Your generosity is very much appreciated. At the last meeting we talked about how we can update the way we communicate about the Foundation. In marketing terms, can we rebrand our look? Catch the attention of a broader demographic? As our President Steve Stephenson said, read younger folks. Freda Vars has already taken a step in this direction by volunteering to lead art tours of the library once a month. Freda is Friends of the Library Corner by Cathe Walker, Membership Chair Spring Membership Drive The Friends of the Library annual Spring Membership Drive is underway. If you have not renewed your membership in the last twelve months, this is your opportunity. If you re thinking about joining the Friends of the Library to help us support the many popular library programs, now is the time! There are several ways to join or renew. Choose the method that works best for you: Membership forms will be sent with our annual membership letter. Get a form at the library: see the Friends display in the lobby or ask any staff member. Go online: from the Library home page, follow the Friends of the CBCPL link to the Membership page and then either: enthusiastic and knowledgeable about our collection; she ll lead great tours, starting in April. Sign up for one! Other tours of areas where books are processed, or growing technology is made available, may be offered. Two skilled members, Russa Kittredge and Krista Klinkhammer, suggested updating brochures with color and pictures. You may have noticed new logos used by the Library, Friends and Foundation. All are meant to make library information more attractive and accessible. As you can see, a board with a major purpose in raising money involves creative talents. And it is also a lot of fun. Library Advisory Board Library Advisory Board Members, left to right: Front row - Katherine Bremser, Chair Jacque Schreck, City Council Liaison Mike Beilstein; Second row - Paula Krane, Student Rep Sravya Tadepalli; Back row - Steve Stephenson, Cheryl Maze, Rob Welsh, Scott Elmshaeuser, Eric Dickey Not pictured: Vice-Chair Jennifer Alexander, Jana Kay Slater Click the Donate button to use your credit or debit card, or use our secure PayPal service. Click the membership form link to download the form and then mail or bring your completed form and membership payment to a service desk at any library location. The Friends of the Library would like to thank all of our members who so generously support library programs through their annual memberships and additional donations, and through the gifts of their time and energies to make all our activities such a success. Thank you all for helping support our wonderful library! CORVALLIS BENTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

3 Youth ACTIVITIES STORYTIMES All Storytimes are offered weekly at 10:00 AM in the at the Corvallis Library unless otherwise noted. Infant Storytime (Birth 12 mo) Tuesdays Wobbler Storytime (12 24 mo) Wednesdays Toddler Storytime (24 36 mo) Thursdays Preschool Storytime (3 5 yrs) Fridays Bedtime Storytime (all ages) Mondays at 7:00 PM los CUENTOS! (all ages) (Family bilingual storytime) Second Saturday of each month 11:00 AM Man with the Yellow Hat (Birth 3 yrs) First Saturday of each month at 11:00 AM Wiggly Wobbler Storytime (Birth to 18 mos) Mondays at 10:00 AM Rise and Shine Storytime (2 4 yrs) Wednesdays at 10:00 AM March 25 Benton County Museum Little Listeners Storytime (all ages) Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Crafty Kids Crafts for kids 8 +. Supplies provided. March 11 & April 8 My First Book Club Book discussion and activities for children K 2. March 4 & April 1 Children s Day - Oregon Shadow Theatre will perform Puss In Boots to celebrate Diversity in Action. April 30 Maker Kids Science, technology, engineering, math, and the creative maker movement. March 25 & April 22 Spring Break Movie Days Enjoy a family movie at the Library! March 23 & 24 Teen Animanga Club Watch anime, preview new manga. All materials & snacks provided. April 1 1:00 PM Teen Day Games and crafts. Snacks & supplies provided. March 3 & 17 April 7 & 21 Teen Writers Create new work and learn about the process of writing together with other teens. March 12 April 2 & 23 El día de los niños/ El día de los libros 4:00 PM Spring Break LEGO Day! LEGOs, snap circuits, and K*Nex! March 24 Squishtivities Monroe Teen Otaku Club Crafts, books, stories, videos, and snacks! March 17 & April 21 1:00 PM An exciting adventure in play created for parents and children using games, arts and crafts, music, and messy play. March 11 & April 8 3:15 5:00 PM Monroe Movie Night Come join us for an all ages movies night! March 18 & April 1 Monroe Game Night Games, crafts and other activities! March 11 & 25, April 8 & 22 5:00 7:00 PM 5:00 PM Monroe Art Explorers! Join us for an afternoon of art! March 3 & April 1 10:40 AM Chintimini Wildlife Center Presents: Meet the Raptors Birds of prey visit. Hosted by Philomath City Hall March 10 Teen Makers Arduino and Raspberry Pi - SparkFun Inventor kits provided. March 10 & 24 March 3 & 17 April 14 & 28 April 7 & 21 4:00 PM Corvallis 4:00 PM Philomath Philomath Teen Night Crafts, video games, scavenger hunts, and snacks. March 18 & April 15 4:00 PM 5:00 7:00 PM 4:00 PM MARCH/APRIL 2015 All events are free and open to the public. For more information, please call or visit our web site at

4 Adult PROGRAMS Library Board Meeting Monthly meeting of the Library Advisory Board. Public welcome. March 4 & April 1 Woman s Club Board Room Silk Road Music Sponsored by the Friends of the Library & Multicultural Literacy Center. Enjoy the pioneering musical fusions of Silk Road Music. March 7 Festival Poetics Feature readings will be held at the library, with festival events to take place at various locations throughout downtown Corvallis. April 2 5 Get That Job! Bobbi Becker from Corvallis Job Connection will be presenting tips and tricks for navigating online and paper job applications, and the skills to land an interview. Topic #2: Applications March 2 2:00 PM Topic #3: Tackling Interviews April 6 2:00 PM 7:30 PM Random Review Sponsored by the Friends of the Library Book of Ages: The Life and Opinions of Jane Franklin by Jill Lepore. Reviewed by Ben Mutschler. March 11 12:00 Noon The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. Reviewed by Bill Robbins. April 8 12:00 Noon 2:00 PM 5:00 PM League of Women Voters Legislative Town Hall presented by League of Women Voters. Public welcome. March 7 & April 4 10:00 AM General Meeting presented by League of Women Voters. Public welcome. Children at Risk March 17 Special Taxing Districts 101 April 21 9:00 PM 9:00 PM Friends of the Library Board Meeting Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library Board. Public welcome. March 16 & April 20 Woman s Club Board Room Book Club The Corvallis Benton County Public Library Book Club is open to everyone! Come meet to discuss various books each third Wednesday of the month. March 18 & April 15 7:00 PM Graphic Novel Club Beautiful Darkness March 3 How to Be Happy April 7 New Morning Bakery 219 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis Philomath Book Club And the Mountains Echoed March 2 Life After Life April 6 2nd Annual Poetry Reading Sponsored by the Friends of the Library April 11 Join the Corvallis community and Oregon s Poet Laureate in celebrating poetry! Philomath Makers Interested in the Maker Movement? Adults are welcome to join us for a maker workshop. March 3 2:00 Celebrate National Poetry Month by watching and listening as Corvallis community members read aloud the poems that mean most to them. This year s event will be hosted by Oregon's Poet Laureate, Peter Sears, and will include the following readers: Connie Eggers, Poet & LBCC writing instructor Scott Givens, Manager, Browser s Bookstore Erlinda Gonzales Berry, Casa Latinos Unidos Executive Director David Hargreaves, Professor of Linguistics, Western Oregon University David Low, Friends of the Library Co President Peter Sears, Oregon s Poet Laureate Cynthia Spencer, Arts Center Executive Director Biff Traber, City of Corvallis Mayor Irene Zenev, Benton County Historical Society & Museum Executive Director 5:30 PM If you have a disability and need accommodations for a program, call us at Please allow 48 hours notice, so we can better serve you. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, please call or visit our web site at CORVALLIS BENTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

5 Message from Library Director Carolyn Rawles Thanks to all of you who answered our recent patron survey. We received over 3,800 responses, a very good response rate. What did we learn from your responses? One thing we learned is that print is not dead! When we asked what you primarily do when using the library, the most common response was checking out adult print materials (55%), followed by checking out children s print materials (11%). Interestingly the next most common primary use is to download e books (7%). A good number of you come in to pick up a hold (43%) and many of you browse the shelves. We have a large number of DVD and audiobook users as well. Our survey consultant tells us that we have a high rate of e book users, either as a primary library use or in conjunction with checking out print materials. We also have a high rate of DVD users and audiobook users. Nearly 60% use smartphones, 68% laptops, and 58% desktop computers. Our respondents are generally satisfied with the library and our services, with the highest scores going to customer service and our collection. However, increasing availability of print materials and e books, and improving ways of downloading e books were cited as improvements that would cause people to use the library more. We also learned that reading suggestions and more reminders would increase library use for many. When asked how important it is that the library be involved in providing particular community services, computer and wifi access, access to electronic materials, and programs and activities for children were the top choices. We will continue to gather data and use these responses as we craft a new strategic plan that helps us serve you even better. R.E.A.D. Dogs (Ages 4 & above) Beginning Readers can practice reading aloud to a friendly Reading Education Assistance Dog. 20 minutes sessions. Walk ins welcome! March 25 & April 22 3:30 5:00 PM Brookes Reading Room TAX AIDE VOLUNTEERS OFFER FREE FILING A Hair Affair Saturday, March 21 st 11:00 AM Majestic Chamber Music presents a Children s Music Concert: A Hair Affair an inside peek into composers and their crazy hairstyles: Beethoven, Kreisler and Dvorak. Performance by The Pearl District Quintet, featuring Anthea Kreston (violin), Nelly Kovalev (violin), Charles Noble (viola), Jason Duckles (cello), Cary Lewis (piano). Now April 14, 2015 Corvallis Benton County Public Library Tuesdays & Wednesdays 11:00 AM 3:00 PM Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 10:00 AM 2:30 PM AARP is the nation s largest FREE, volunteer run tax preparation service. Trained, IRS certified counselors will prepare and e file your Oregon and federal tax returns. AARP membership is not required. Walk in assistance & by appointment (without appointment, availability is first come, first served). Appointments: MARCH/APRIL 2015

6 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 645 NW MONROE AVE CORVALLIS OR RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Non Profit Organization U.S. Postage P A I D Corvallis, OR Permit No. 62