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Computer Programs at the Hamilton Lane Library |
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Interested
in learning how to use eBooks online? Would you like to learn how
to use Microsoft Word? Adults 18 – up are invited to register
for free computer classes at the Hamilton Lane Library.
Join
us for eBooks 101 on Saturday, February 13, 10:00 –
11:00 a.m. A librarian will show you how to set up your laptop to
receive and use eBooks online. Registrants will need to bring their
own laptop, which must have wireless access.
Sign
up for Word 101 on Saturday, February 20, 10:00 – 11:00
a.m. Learn how to create a document in Microsoft Word and modify
it to meet your needs.
Registration
is required and space is limited. For more information or to register,
call 894-7158. The Hamilton Lane Library is located at 300 N. Third
St.
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On
January 28, the Hamilton City School Board approved a measure that
will allow the Lane Libraries to move forward with placing a .75
mill operating levy on the May ballot. An official request to be
on the ballot will now be submitted to the Butler County Board of
Elections.
This
is the first time the Lane Libraries have placed a levy on the ballot.
The tax per year for a homeowner of a $100,000 home would be $22.97
(less than $2 a month). If the levy passes, the first priority for
the library system will be to preserve services and library resources
at their current levels. The levy's passage may also allow for additional
hours of operation, new materials added to the collection, and enhanced
Internet access in the libraries.
As
the necessary steps are being taken to finalize the levy's placement
on the ballot, campaign leaders are working to form volunteer committees.
Local resident, past Lane Libraries Board member, and enthusiastic
library supporter Dave Belew will serve as the levy Campaign Chairperson.
Other campaign committee members include Don Stewart, Campaign Treasurer
and Community Chairs: Prue and Steve Dana for Oxford, John and Susan
Vaughn for Hamilton, and Gregg Stagg for Fairfield. Anyone interested
in becoming involved can email supportersoflane@gmail.com
for more information.
The
critical need for public library operating levies comes during a
time of economic uncertainty at the state level. The Lane Libraries
system, which is 95% funded by the state, has seen a 20% decrease
in funding since 2005. Mr. Belew states that, "Since the Lane
Libraries play a vital role in providing quality services and resources
for our communities, this issue is important to people of all ages
and socioeconomic backgrounds. As funding from the state continues
to diminish, it is crucial that public libraries secure alternative
funding to protect the availability of lifelong learning and recreation
for all citizens."
Click
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The Lane Libraries Announce New Board Member |
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 The
Lane Libraries welcome new Board member, Dr. Kelli Lyon Johnson,
who began her seven-year term on Monday, January 11. Dr. Johnson
has lived in Hamilton for the past six and a half years working
as an English professor at Miami University Hamilton. Last August,
she became Associate Dean for the Hamilton campus.
Dr.
Johnson embraces a lifelong love of reading and has always believed
in the importance of reading and libraries in people's lives. She
feels that she is a good fit for the Lane Libraries Board because
she understands what an important role libraries play in communities
and she is interested in helping to improve the lives of people
in Butler County. She and her husband Martin, who is also a professor
at MUH, have a daughter and enjoy traveling as a family. Dr. Johnson
replaces Board member Susan Vaughn whose term expired in December.
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Income Tax Help at the Lane Libraries |
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The
Lane Libraries and AARP are offering free income tax preparation
for senior citizens and residents designated as disabled or low-income
February 8 – April 15. Volunteers from AARP will be
available for sessions at each Lane Library location on specific
dates. Appointments are required. To make an appointment, call
894-6557 on weekdays beginning Monday, January 4. The schedule
of appointments is as follows:
Fairfield
Lane Library, 1485 Corydale Dr.
Mondays and Wednesdays: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Oxford
Lane Library, 15 College Ave.
Tuesdays: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Hamilton
Lane Library, 300 N. Third St.
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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Tuesday Night Book Club at the Fairfield Lane Library |
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 The
Fairfield Lane Library will host the Tuesday Night Book Club for
adults 18 – over on Tuesday, February 16 from 5:00 –
6:00 p.m. Join us for a lively discussion of A Short History
of Women by Kate Walbert. Copies of the book are available at
the Reference Services desk after registration. Call 858-3238, ext.
358 to register.
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See
What's Happening in the Fast Lane! |
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newly redesigned Winter Fast Lane newsletter
and events calendar gives you information about what's happening
at the Lane and programs for children, teens and adults during December,
January and February. Find out about story times for children, ACT
workshops for teens, computer classes for adults and more. |
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Winter Story Times at the Lane Libraries |
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This
winter, enjoy story times designed for children of all ages at the
Lane Libraries. Build a foundation of literacy with books, songs
and other activities.
Enjoy
Baby Time for ages newborn – 24 months, Toddler Time for ages
2 – 3, Story Time for ages 4 – 6, and a special Family
Story Time that’s perfect for all ages.
All
of our story times take place at the Hamilton, Fairfield
and Oxford Lane Libraries. The winter session runs December through
February.
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Change in Hours of Operation |
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The
Lane Libraries' operating hours are now:
Monday
- Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday - Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
The
Smith History Library's hours are now:
Monday - Wednesday, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday. Also, open by appointment.
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Book
List for Character Education Created for the Hamilton City School
District |
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In
response to the Hamilton City School District’s focus on Character
Education in grades K-12, the Youth Services Staff of the Hamilton
Lane Library and Bookmobile Services offer this bibliography
of supplemental reading. The list will quickly link you
to the resources in our collection. You can click on the title and
then request the item at your convenience. We encourage you to read
the description and decide if this is suitable for your classroom.
We support you in your efforts to help students achieve their full
potential.
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Library Catalog Cummins Photographs |
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Click
here for easy access to Lane's extensive collection of Cummins
Photographs from the mid-19th to early 20th century.
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We
are pleased to announce the availability of 2 new local history
resources provided by noted local historian Jim Blount: an 
