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Marshall Public Library
What’s Happening @
Your Library?
Est. 1916
“Your Downtown Window to the World”
Volume 15, Issue 2 March/April 2021
Local students Read to Feed while learning life science
It’s a lovely story...an out-of- as a child. When Daniel and earned, with options such as
town couple visits rural li- Chris returned to their Flori- “buy a heifer”, “install an irri-
brary while traveling across da home, they couldn’t shake gation pump” or “send a girl
the United States and are Marshal Public Library; they to school”. Recently, the stu-
captivated by its wanted to do some- dents voted in favor of send-
charm. It started thing to help this ing a girl to school. Illustrat-
when a library clerk library. And so it ing how much our students
came in on her day off began, the Garcia’s really do value free education.
to assist the out-of- now sponsor the 5th This year, the library is part-
towners with genealo- grade “Read to nering with Clark County
gy research, Toddler Feed” through Heif- Farm Bureau to place chick
Time was happening in the er International. Since 2016, incubators in every 5th grade
background, teens gathered they have pledged to donate classroom. Students will not
around a computer, a patron $1 for every book read in a six only be challenged to read,
read a newspaper; a typical -week period. Students start but will also learn about life
day at the library. All the the program each year with a science and see firsthand the
while the couple observed, re- special kickoff introducing value of raising an animal.
searched and learned about them to the reading chal- The reading challenge begins
small town life. The partner- lenge. The motivating factor? March 3rd and ends April
ship between out-of-towners Every dollar earned goes to 7th. Partnership with
Daniel and Chris Garcia, real- support another person in Friends of the Library help
ly began a generation before— need around the world. Stu- make this program possible.
Mr. Garcia grew up in South- dents have an opportunity to
ern California where his vote on how to use the money
mother Louise Dawson Garcia
would tell stories of a small Free tax assistance will be available to taxpayers
rural community called Mar- with middle and low income with special attention
shall where she would visit to those 50 and older. The library will use Johns
her grandfather each summer Hopkins ESRI data tables to determine risk.
This service begins March 2nd and ends April 15th.
Curbside Service Volunteers have been trained through the AARP Tax-Aide program and
provide this confidential tax preparation service at no charge. Assistance
continues indefinitely—give us a call to
is by appointment only and will take place in the library. Persons inter-
schedule your pickup.
ested in receiving free tax assistance should call the library to schedule
an appointment, space is limited. Please bring last year’s income tax
forms and all supporting documentation.
PAGE 2 WHAT’S HAPPENING @ YOUR LIBRARY? V O LU M E 1 5 , I S S U E 2
Make-and-Take Kits Relieve Boredom for Pre-K thru Teen
Due to Covid-19, library programming looks a little different this school year. Programs for Little Book Beginners ages 3-
5 years, STREAM for 3rd –6th grades and TAB for teens 7th—12th grades offer make-and-take kits and Facebook
streaming videos in lieu of in-person programming. Monthly kits are available for pick up at the library, with a limit of
one kit per family for Little Book Beginners and one kit per child for STREAM and TAB. To reserve your FREE kit
please call the library beginning the first day of each new month, kits may be picked up starting the third
Monday of each month. Supplies are limited.
Little Books Beginners Kits STREAM Challenge Kits TAB Activity Kits
For preschoolers 3-5 years old For children 3rd—6th grades For teens 7th—12th grades
A new kit will be available for A new kit will be available for A new kit will be available for
pick up beginning the 3rd Mon- pick up beginning the 3rd Mon- pick up beginning the 3rd Mon-
day of each month day of each month day of each month
Kits include a book, craft and/or Kits include a science, technolo- Kits include teen friendly activi-
activity with a reading log gy, engineering, art or mathe- ty and/or craft
matic challenge
March’s book: March’s theme: March’s theme:
“Easter Egg” “Windmills” “ Para cords”
April’s book: April’s theme: April’s theme:
“10 Little Rubber Ducks” “Kitchen Science” “ Terrariums”
Book Chat’s ‘Book of the Month’
“Book Chat” is a book discussion group that meets at the library the
third Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Upcoming featured books
include:
Station Eleven—Featured Big Read book— copies!
by Emily St. John Mandel — March 17th
Born a Crime by Trevor Noah — April 21st
Multiple copies of featured books are available at the library.
In person programming returns with 2-part diabetes series by
U of I Extension—Managing Diabetes in a Modern World
Call the library or go to library’s Facebook page to register
Marshall Public Marshall Area Take the First Step—Thursday 4/22, 6:30 p.m.
Library Board Public Library Dive into what it means to have diabetes, what is going on in your body,
of Trustees: District Board
2020/2021 of Trustees:
and the next steps. Learn how to set realistic personal goals related to
2020/2021 what you eat and being more active with diabetes in mind.
John Tarble—
President
Cynthia Wright—
Make the Most of Diabetes Resources—Thursday 4/29, 6:30 p.m.
Janet Hasten— Explore different resources, services, and supports related to diabetes
President
Vice President
Mike Cameron—
Jeff Burress— that anyone can use. From websites, books, and classes or to insurance-
Vice President
Secretary
Elaine Miller—
covered education classes and diabetes footwear, we will cover a variety
Jenn Smitley— of resources you can use to manage your health better.
Treasurer
Treasurer
Kelley Ray—
Melissa Strait
Secretary Local displays
Vickie Wallace
Alice Schroeder
Herman Wallace
Nathan Crews
March’s display: Read to Feed w/ Chick Incubators—
Jody Green by Clark County Farm Bureau and library staff
Kent Mitchell
April’s display: MHS memorabilia— by library staff
V O LU M E 1 5 , I S S U E 2 W H AT ’ S H AP P E N IN G @ Y O U R L IB R A R Y? PAGE 3
Friends of the Library meeting for January 7th was cancelled due to Covid, the next meeting
will be held at 5:00 PM on March 4th in the library’s Dale McConchie meeting room.
March Classes:
Thursday:
Free Wi-Fi with portable Hotspot
3/11 & 3/25 4:00 p.m. Did you know patrons may checkout free, portable Wi-Fi
All users must first go through the Saturday: from the library? Perhaps you just moved and don’t have
Basic 3D printing class prior to print- 3/13 at 2:30 p.m. Internet or you plan to travel and need portable Wi-Fi—
we can help!
ing alone. To register for this free April Classes:
Thursday:
class—please call the library. 4/8 and 4/22 at 4:00 p.m.
The library has five devices available for two
week checkout periods. Patrons must be 18
Saturday:
years or older to checkout a device.
4/10 at 2:30 p.m.
Online …
book club
Mindful Me - A free online series open to youth ages What if you had clarity around what is healthy for you to
3 – 8 and their caregivers. Occurs once a month at eat and what isn’t? What if you developed a deeper sense
10:30 a.m. via Zoom. Recordings will be available for of listening to your body for when it needed to move and
those unable to attend live sessions. In this series, Illi- when it doesn’t? What if you knew how much sleep was
nois Extension 4-H Youth Development Educator Su- right for you? Explore these questions and more in our
san Sloop reads aloud a story to introduce various con- wellness virtual book club.
cepts of mindfulness and then does a “virtual” activity. April’s featured book:
Attend all or just one session! Register by going to the Food: What the Heck Should I Eat?
library’s or University of Illinois Extension Facebook by: Mark Hyman, MD
page.
Sunday, April 11th at 4:00 p.m.
Once you register you will receive an email prior to the Sunday, April 25th at 4:00 p.m.
lesson with a list of materials that are needed for the
To register please visit:
hands-on activity.
www.journeywelltogether.com
The next two sessions will be held on:
This book will stretch over two months and will be guid-
Tuesday, March 30th at 10:30 a.m. ed with a handout. Multiple copies of the book will be
Monday, April 19th at 10:30 a.m. available for checkout at the library.
In Memory of… Colonel Edwin P. Ramsey In Memory of… Paul Dean Blockinger
Donated by: Dr. Raquel R. Ramsey Donated by: Tony & Kim Williams, Richard & Jill Medsker,
Lieutenant Ramsey’s War — by Edwin Price Ramsey & Stephen J. and Stephen & Lesley Robinson
Rivele One year of Wall Street Journal Subscription
In Memory of… Nadine Ramsey, WASP Pilot Donated by: John & Fern Waight
Donated by: Dr. Raquel R. Ramsey A Small Farm Culture —by Chris Smaje
Taking Flight: The Nadine Ramsey Story—by Raquel Ramsey & Fresh Food from Small Spaces —by RJ Ruppenthal
Tricia Aurand Growing Perennial Foods —by Acadia Tucker
Edible Paradise —by Vera Greutnik
In Memory of… Kent Hall
Donated by: Shannon Snedeker, Sally Acklin, Ken & Nancy Donated by: Irmagene Nelson
Claypool, Sue Snedeker, John & Sara Tarble, John & Janet Hasten, Fruitful Labor—by Mike Madison
Farming for the Long Haul—by Michael Foley
Tracey Valinevicus, James and Vicky Abernathy, Trinity Lutheran
Church
One year of Verizon Wi-Fi Devices (3)
In Memory of… Hilda Jones
Donated by: Marshall High School Class of 1952
Donated by: Marshall Public Library Board of Trustees Rays of the Dawn: Natural Laws of the Body, Mind and Soul —
Good Night Trucks (board book) —by Adam Gamble by Dr. Thurman Fleet
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Trucks —by Peter Davies
MARSHALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
612 Archer Avenue
Marshall, IL 62441
Phone: 217/826-2535
Fax: 217/826-5529
E-mail: marshallpubliclibrary@gmail.com
LIBRARY HOURS:
Monday through Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Friday and Saturday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Library Director: Alyson Thompson
Head Librarian: Jamie Poorman
Check us out at
www.marshallillibrary.com!
“Marshall’s Downtown Window to the World”
C ITY OF MARSHALL RESIDENTS WHO LIVE IN CITY LIMITS MAY PICK UP TWO BUNDLES OF LAWN AND
LEAF BAGS FROM THE LIBRARY EACH MONTH
LARGE PRINT
Spotlight on JD Robb; Library of Boone’s Hollow - Kim
Vogel Sawyer; Black Bonanza - Leslie
Against the Loveless World - Susan
New Abulhawa; Colors of Truth - Tamara Al- Scott; Minutes to Die - Susan Sleeman;
Woman before Wallis - Bryn Turnbull;
exander; Thousand Texas Longhorns -
Materials! Johnny Boggs; Luck and a horse - Max Orphan Collector - Ellen Marie Wiseman;
Brand; Mockingbird’s Song - Wanda Picture of Love - Beth Wiseman; Hush-
Brunstetter; Burden of Proof - Davis hush- Stuart Woods; Haunting at Bona-
Bunn; Turning Tide - Melody Carlson; venture Circus - Jaime Jo Wright
ADULT Devil’s Due - James Clay; Season of an
Amish Garden - Amy Clipston; Spin - DVD
Christian Fiction Patricia Cornwell; Acceptable Risk - History & archaeology of the Bible; How
Castaway in Cornwall - Julia Klassen; A Lynette Eason; Singing Lariat - Will Er- to create comics; How to plan for retire-
Strand of Hope - Amanda Tero; The Secret mine; Remember Me - Mario Escobar; ment; Mulan; Wild Horses; Upside-down
Place of Thunder - Alice Ruggieri Shootout at Souix Wells - Cliff Farrell; Magic; The Mustang; Cobra Kai, Season 1
Mystery/Suspense Until I met you - Tari Faris; The Cul-de- & 2; Heartland, Season 2, 3, 6, 7, 8; I Love
Darling Dahlias & the Voodoo Lily - Susan sac War - Melissa Ferguson; A Life Once Lucy - complete series; The Office - com-
Wittig Albert; Out of Hounds - Rita Mae Dreamed - Rachel Fordham; Before She plete series; Schitt Creek
Brown; Spin - Patricia Cornwell; The Disappeared - Lisa Gardner;
Wrong Family - Taryn Fisher; Under the Piecing it All Together - Leslie Gould;
Alaskan Ice - Karen Harper; Blink of an Love and a little white lie - Shelley
Eye - Iris Johansen; Serpentine - Jonathan Shephard Gray; Point of Danger - Irene
Kellerman; The Lost Boys - Faye Keller- Do you have a 0 – 5 years
Hannon; Killer Takes All - W. Johnstone;
man; All the colors of night - Jayne Ann North of Laramie - W. Johnstone; The
old child who lives in the
Krentz; The Russian - James Patterson; Came to Kill - W. Johnstone; All the Col- Marshall School District?
Scorpions Tale - Preston & Child; Shadow ors of the Night - Jayne Ann Krentz; The If so, your child qualifies
Box - Luanne Rice Girl from the Channel Islands -Jenny to receive a free monthly
General Fiction Lecoat; Arizona Ranger - Leslie Scott;
Umbrella Lady - V.C. Andrews; The Four book! Gerald and Jean Forsythe
Vineyard at Painted Moon - Susan Mal-
Winds - Kristin Hannah; Neighbors - Dan- sponsor Dolly Parton’s Imagination
lery; What You Said to Me -Olivia New-
ielle Steel; South of the Buttonwood Tree - port; Relative Silence - Carrie Parks; Library offering Marshall children
Heather Webber Someone to Watch Over Me - Robert Par- free monthly books! Apply online at
Historical Fiction ker; Fragments of Light - Michele Phoe- www.imaginationlibrary.com or at the
Children’s Blizzard - Melanie Benjamin; nix; The Yukon Trail - William Raine; In
The Last Garden in England - Julia Kelly;
library.
an Instant - Suzanne Redfern; Steadfast
Arctic Fury - Greer McCallister Mercy - Ruth Reid; Faithless in Death -
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