JANUARY 2013

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JANUARY 2013
574-772-7323 (772 – READ)
www.scpls.org
All Branches of the Starke County Public Library System will be closed 1/1/13 for New Year’s Day.
We are excited about having our 3rd Annual Amateur Photography Contest at Starke County Public Library, Henry F. Schricker
Branch. Contestants need to be 18 or older.
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Bring photos to the Reference/Information Desk at Knox Jan. 2 - 25. None will be accepted after 5 p.m. Jan. 25th.
Pick up your form to fill out and tape to the back of your picture. Then sign the release of liability to the library form.
All entries must be at least 5” x 7”, with no maximum size limit.
Number of pictures is limited to two. They can be 1 color and 1 black and white or whatever combination you like.
Pictures must be framed, not just matted. A wire hanger needs to be placed on the back.
Display of photos will be from Feb. 1 - 28, 2013. Categories are landscape, object or people.
Judging will be done by patrons the week of Feb. 11 - 16. Patrons only vote once during the week.
Winners will be posted on our website and notified by email or phone call.
Please keep pictures modest and tasteful. The library reserves the right to not display inappropriate pictures.
Pick up photos at the Reference Desk March 1-8, 2013. Any not picked up, will be discarded, unless you call us.
Five Star of Knox offers $20 gift certificate –1st prize. Thank you Five Star!
Fingerhut Bakery of Knox & North Judson offers $5 gift certificate - 2nd prize. Thank you Fingerhut!
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An individual may use the statewide Public Library Access Card , PLAC, to borrow materials at other libraries
within Indiana. Since Starke County Library System has reciprocal borrowing agreements with many other libraries, it
is only necessary if the other libraries you would like to use do not have a reciprocal borrowing agreement.
The PLAC is $50.00 from the month of the 2013 that you buy it through the same month of 2014.
Applicants must have a valid Indiana library card; either resident or non-resident card. The fee for a nonresident card is
$60 plus the PLAC fee ($50). One must be in “good standing” at his or her home library.
In order to use it, an individual needs to present the PLAC on his/her initial visit to the library they are visiting and go
through the registration process for that particular library.
You may borrow books and non-book materials as determined by each public library.
The PLAC program allows libraries to offer the same interlibrary loan service as your home library.
You may like to use the many libraries in the Indiana library system as you travel, go to school within the state, etc.
Articles in this Newsletter
Book Sale Days
Get your new books for
the New Year!
Wednesday, January 2nd
Thursday, January 3rd
2013
Bestsellers, New DVDs, Music CDs, Fiction Books,
Fiction CD Audio Books
New Non-Fiction CD Audio Books, Literacy Collection,
Non-Fiction Books; Super Hero Party-Kids
January Adult Programs
January Adult Programs
January Adult Programs; Book Discussion
Children and Youth Programs; Fancy Nancy Party
Thanks Mr. Day; Tax Assist Schedule
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NEAT NEW FICTION BOOKS
BEST SELLERS
by Nancy Barton
Heather Graham is also known as
Heather Graham Pozzessere. While in
college at the University of South
Florida, she majored in theater arts.
While at home awaiting the birth of her
third child she started writing. She writes
romance, historical romance and
paranormal, among other genres.
She is a founding member of The
Florida Romance Writers and has hosted
The Romantic Times Vampire Ball. We
have a large number of her books.
The Lion’s Game
by Nelson DeMille
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The Black Box
by Michael Connelly
MF CON
The Forgotten
by David Baldacci
F BAL
The Racketeer
by John Grisham
F GRI
Two Graves
by Douglas Preston
MF PRE
Political Suicide
by Michael Palmer
F PAL
City of Saints
by Andrew Hunt
MF HUN
A Second Helping
by Beverly Jenkins
LPF JEN
BCD DEM
The Forgotten
by David Baldacci
Bored of the Rings
by Henry Beard
BCD BAL
BCD BEA
You...Again
by Debbie Macomber
BCD MAC
The Sins of the Mother
by Danielle Steel
BCD STE
Kill and Tell
by Linda Howard
BCD HOW
The Black Box
by Michael Connelly
BCD CON
Hope Springs
Comedy
Heaven’s Gate
Western
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Drama
Gone Hollywood
Comedy
‘Night Mother
Drama
Armitage III: the complete saga
Anime
NEW MUSIC CDS
Sunday Mornin’ Singin’ by Rhonda Vincent
Spiritual
Charmer
by Aimee Mann
Pop/Rock
Rockabilly Riot
by Brian Setzer
Pop/Rock
Red by Taylor Swift
Country
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Collectibles 101: fast food toys
by Joyce and Terry Losonsky
Both Flesh and Not: essays
by David Foster Wallace
BCD 814.54 WAL
The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat
by Oliver W. Sacks
BCD 616.8 SAC
Black Fire: the true story of the original Tom Sawyer
—-and the mysterious fires that baptized gold-rush era
San Francisco
by Robert Graysmith
BCD 979.404 GRA
New Nonfiction DVDs
Tiling Floors
688.726 LOS
A unique resource for finding the toys that came
with fast food toys such as trading cards, beanie
babies etc.
Black Fire: the true story of the original Tom
Sawyer-and of the mysterious fires that baptized
the gold rush era in San Francisco
by Robert Graysmith
921 SAW
An interesting account of Mark Twain’s
relationship with the real Tom Sawyer.
Tower: an epic history of the Tower of London
by Nigel Jones
942.15 JON
A riveting book that highlights the role that the
Tower held in British history.
DVD 698.9 TIL
Toilet Repairs and Replacements
DVD 696.18 TOI
Planet Without Apes
by Craig B. Stanford
599.88 STA
A heartfelt look at the plight of the great apes and
their struggle to survive.
The Joy of X: a guided tour of math, from one to
infinity
by Steven Strogatz
510 STR
An engaging look at math and how it relates to
other disciplines.
On Saturday, February 16, 2013, there will be
two Super Hero Parties. The parties will be from
1:00 - 2:00 pm AND from 2:30 - 3:30 pm.
Registration is required since space is limited.
Children can come dressed as their favorite Super
Hero. Children will play games and listen to
super hero stories. Please call the library at (574)
772-7323 and ask for the Children's Department
to register.
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Presented by Audrey Kinezian, Starke County Genealogist and
Vice - President of the Starke County Genealogical Society
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. NOW MEETING IN INDIANA ROOM
Who Are You? Wednesday, January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Who are you? Come to Genealogy Class and find out. The Starke County Genealogical
Society will be offering classes to those interested in learning how to do genealogy and family
history research. Audrey Kinezian, the Society’s Vice-President and Starke County
Genealogist, will be conducting weekly classes. She has started at the beginner level and
proceeds with teaching you how and where to do research and how to analyze your data and
find those missing ancestors to make a complete picture of your family. The first session was
on November 13th, 2012, but newcomers are welcome. For more information or to register
please call 574-772-7323. PLEASE DRESS WARM FOR THE INDIANA ROOM.
Students doing well in
genealogy class.
KNITTING CIRCLE
PRESENTED BY SVENJA CHESNA
Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Svenja Chesna has been knitting all her life. She is also a spinner and hand spins all her
knitting yarns. Bring your own knitting projects (or at least needles and yarn) and she will
be happy to help you with any tricky problem parts (or show you the basics on getting
started in knitting). Please sign up at 574-772-7323. THE DATES IN RED ARE IN THE IN
THE INDIANA ROOM. PLEASE DRESS WARM FOR THE INDIANA ROOM.
See what you can
make!
CROCHET CLASSES MONDAYS AND SATURDAYS
PRESENTED BY ANDREA BROWN
Mondays, January 7, 14, 21 and Saturday, January 5, 2013
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Whether you have never crocheted or you are advanced in crocheting, you will enjoy
learning from Andrea Brown as she assists you with your project at Starke County Public
Library, Main Branch. Please bring your yarn and hooks. This program is for children,
teenagers and adults.
FAMILY FUN FILMS -THURSDAY AFTERNOONS
Didn’t she do a
beautiful job?
PRESENTED BY STARKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY- popcorn and hot chocolate served
January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
Thursday, January 3
“Big Jim McLain”
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
A John Wayne western. Wayne, a federal agent, ferrets out subversives in pre-statehood
Hawaii in a documentary-style film peppered with humor. Please sign up by 1-2-13 at 574772-7323
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE UNLESS SPECIFIED. PLEASE LAYER YOUR CLOTHES FOR COMFORT.
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FAMILY FUN FILMS THURSDAY AFTERNOONS
PRESENTED BY STARKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY - popcorn and hot chocolate served
January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
Thursday, January 10 “Mary Poppins”
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Two banker's children lose their nanny due to her frustration with them. A change in
the wind blows in a magical nanny who matches the qualifications of the children, but not
the very proper father. As she helps the children magically explore the world around them,
the father grows increasingly disapproving of her methods, and he must eventually deal with
his own distance from his children. Please sign up by 1-9-13 at 574-772-7323
Thursday, January 17 “Christy - A Change of Seasons”
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
When Christy’s best friend dies of typhoid before they’ve had a chance to patch up a
disagreement, Christy angrily questions her faith as she tries to reconcile her beliefs with the
tragedy of a young, loving mother being taken away from her family and friends. Please sign
up by 1-16-13 at 574-772-7323
Thursday, January 24 “Moby Dick”
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Consumed by an insane rage, Captain Ahab has but one purpose in life-- revenge on the
great white whale who maimed and disfigured him. Please sign up by 1-23-13 at 574-7727323
Thursday, January 31 “Eight Below”
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
An American geologist flies to Antarctica to participate in a project at the United States
Research Base. There he teams up with arctic guide Jerry Shepard and his best friend,
Cooper. Shepard has eight other valuable friends, a pack of sled dogs who have rescued him
a number of times. As the three men explore a frozen mountain region, an unexpected
accident forces them to fly to safety, leaving the dogs behind. Shepard, determined to rescue
his canine friends, has to wait until the weather will allow travel. Now, the dogs must
struggle against the elements to survive, as they attempt to make their way back home.
Please sign up by 1-30-13 at 574-772-7323
SEVEN STEPS TO WELLNESS & WEIGHT LOSS
PRESENTED BY BACK TO BASICS (LOCATED IN THE KNOX MALL)
3rd Tuesday January 15, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
You’ve heard all the hype, gimmicks and mystical tricks of the stars to get healthy and
skinny. If only it were that easy. Juanita Ketchum from Back to Basics Organics has been
helping people for 25 years to make healthy decisions. And now we will have her program
Tuesdays to help you improve your daily choices in a gradual, obtainable format.
January 15: Get some Sleep!
STEP ONE
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Presented by Juanita Ketchum, from Back to Basics. Learn what sabotages our ability to
rest well. Too little sleep and your body doesn't heal properly, also you will gain & retain
weight. Is it coincidence that 68% of the people get fewer than 8 hours of sleep and almost
the same number are overweight? Sleep, and you're body will de-stress, de-tox, plus retain
less cortisol. Please sign up by 1/14. 574-772-7323
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The Grand Kankakee Marsh
PRESENTED BY STARKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 16 and 23, 2013
Once known as the Everglades of the North, the Grand Kankakee Marsh (GKM) was one of
the largest wetlands in North America. This million-acre marsh covered much of present day
Northern Indiana and Illinois, and was home to some of the highest concentrations of wildlife
on the planet. For centuries the marsh gave and man took.
Wednesday, January 16
“Everglades of the North”
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Produced by Pat Wisniewski, Jeff Manes, Brian Kallies and Tom Desch, this
documentary, “Everglades of the North,” will explore the diverse ecology, unveil the
astonishing history, and illustrate the controversial saga of the GKM.
The film brings to life the story of how people have used and perceived the GKM from
early Native Americans to modern day industrialists, while educating viewers about the vital
role wetlands and prairies play in our ecosystem. Please sign up by 1-15-13 at 574-772-7323
Wednesday, January 23
“Everglades of the North Discussion”
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Guest Speakers: Pat Wisniewski and Jeff Manes - Producers of the “Everglades of the
North,” John Melton - Executive Director of the Kankakee River Basin Commission, and
Jim Shilling - Starke County Historical Society, who will discuss how the Everglades
affected Starke County locally. Please sign up by 1-22-13 at 574-772-7323
Adult Winter Reading
Program
The Starke County Library will host a Book Discussion Group
again on the 4th Monday in February. Watch for further news on
this.
January 26 - March 23,
2013
Read six books—either print
books, eBooks or books on CD,
(but
not
unbarcoded
paperbacks).
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Crochet
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Toddler Time
Thursdays
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
All ages welcome
Bring any size hook and yarn with
an idea of what you would like to make.
Toddler Time is designed for children, birth through 34 months old,
with an adult caregiver. During this time, infants, toddlers and their
caregivers will listen to stories, sing songs, do ball play, play circle
games, do one-on-one reading, blow bubbles, play instruments, and
make a craft.
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Monday , January 7, 2013
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Monday, January 14, 2013
Monday, January 21, 2013
Preschool Story Time
Wednesdays
YA Program
No January Programs
Infant Story Time
No January Programs
Elementary Program
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Preschool Story Time is developmentally appropriate for three to five
year old children. Children will sing songs, listen to flannel board and
magnet stories, act out stories, watch puppet shows, and create crafts.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Winter Reading
Program– Theme:
Candy
After School
Saturday, January 26, 2013 -
Thursdays
Saturday, March 23, 2013
4:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Children and young adults (sixth grade and above) can
read five books or have five books read to them to receive
a prize.
Elementary Programs are designed for children
going into kindergarten through fifth grade.
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Home School Programs
No January Programs
On Saturday, January 26, 2013, there will be two Fancy
Nancy Tea Parties: from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. AND from 2:30
- 3:30 p.m. Registration is required, since space is limited.
Children can come dressed like Fancy Nancy. Children
will listen to Fancy Nancy stories while refreshments are
served. Please call the library at (574) 772-7323 and ask
for the Children’s Department to register.
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A special thank you to Mr. Darren Day and The Knox High School Jazz
Band for entertaining our patrons on Saturday, December 8, 2012.
We would also like to thank Andy Rice, Jarod Decker, Chris Decker, and
the Quinn family for helping to keep everything running smoothly during
our children’s program.
The VITA Program offers free tax help to people who make $50,000 or less and need assistance in preparing their own tax
returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals in local communities.
They can inform taxpayers about special tax credits for which they may qualify such as Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax
Credit, and Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled. We will offer free electronic filing for both Federal and State tax returns.
The dates for income tax preparation are:
The dates scheduled are:
Saturdays, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23
3/2, 3/23
4/6, 4/13
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, 2/7
Friday, 3/22
Wednesday, 4/3
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Beginning January 17th, you may call the Starke County Library to schedule an appointment to have your taxes completed.
Please call the Reference Department 574-772-7323 for more information.
Items you need to bring to have your tax returns prepared:
Proof of identification – Picture ID
Social Security Cards for you, your spouse and dependents or a Social Security Number verification letter issued by the
Social Security Administration or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter for you, your spouse
and dependents. Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN.
Birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents on the tax return.
Wage and earning statement (s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-Misc from all employers.
Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099).
A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available.
Proof of bank account routing numbers and account numbers for Direct Deposit, such as a blank check.
Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number (the provider's Social Security
Number or the provider's business Employer Identification Number), if appropriate.
To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms.