The high school project will add two computer labs to meet student needs as the school expands to serve grades 7-12 with the 2009-10 school year. The branch library will move back to the high school Aug. 14.
Don't miss summer at the Frenchtown library. Residents of all ages can join in the Family Reading Program to earn "points," redeemable for gift certificates and prizes from area businesses. Plus, Tiny Tales and Story Time continue all summer as well as the adult book club. Call the library now at 626-2683 or after June 3 at 626-2635, or stop by for details.
Children's stories have new schedule
The library proudly offers stories, songs, and fingerplays for youngsters. To meet the needs of our community, we are changing the day and time of our Family Story-time program starting in June. All programs are free and held on a drop-in basis.
Tiny Tales: Bring your little one, age birth through 36 months. Tiny Tales features 20-25 minutes of songs, fingerplays, nursery rhymes and stories at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Preschool Story-time: Children ages 3-6 will enjoy stories, songs and more every Friday at 10:30 a.m.n Family Story-time: Children of all ages will have fun at Family Story-time, Saturdays at 2 p.m.
Closed May 25-26
The library will be closed Sunday and Monday, May 25-26.
We have it: Staff reviews
"60 On Up: The Truth About Aging in America" by Dr. Lillian B. Rubin. Beacon Press, 2007. 305.26 RUBIN
Beginning dialog, "Getting old sucks! It always has, it always will." This is quite telling for the Sandwich Generation who care for parents, work and still tend to their own families. The Census Bureau predicts
21 percent of the population will be over 65 in 2050, then the numbers skyrocket. Today's sandwich generation is better educated and healthier than the past generations and will continue to be members of the work force for several years. Sixty-five is the new 40.
An interesting notion - because the population is living longer it isn't necessary for young people to follow the norms of yesterday. College, marriage, family and careers can be put on hold for several years.
Retirement. Who wants it? Retirees in their 70s are entering the work force again for life fulfillment. Extra cash is nice but needing something to make one day different from another is important in life. The feeling of self worth needs to be fulfilled. Who ever said these were the "golden years"?
Reviewed by Honore Bray
Hot happenings
Here's a sampling of upcoming events at the library. For more information, call the library at 721-2665 or visit missoulapubliclibrary.org.
Afternoon Matinee at the library: Enjoy a classic movie Wednesday, May 28, at 2 p.m. Dating: Getting Together, Getting Apart: Teens ages 13-18 can join in an informal talk about dating at our new Youth Forum on Wednesday, May 28, at 7 p.m. The Youth Forum is planned by youth and will focus on a different topic each month. Socrates Cafe: Join us Thursday, May 29, at 7 p.m. for an informal philosophical discussion. Teen After Hours: Watch the fantastical adventure movie based on Philip Pullman's novel, "The Golden Compass," Saturday, May 31, at 7 p.m. Free! For ages 13-18.52 ways to use your library card No. 4: Find a list of child-care centers in your area.
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