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 Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th

in observance of Independence Day.

Read on the Wild Side!

Summer Reading Program 2009

Registration begins Monday, June 1

 Children ages 1 to 5 (Pre-K) who listen to five books each week earn prizes from the new and improved Treasure Chest!

 Kindergartners through 5^th graders who register and do the required reading will earn Book Bucks that can be redeemed for prizes provided by McDonalds, Dairy Queen,  Taco Bell, Monical’s Pizza, Fairview Pool, and many more.

 Teens in 6^th through 12^th grade who register and read books will receive chances to win weekly prizes from sponsors like Pepsi Ice Center, Midwest College of Cosmetology, and Upper Limits Climbing Gym, and more!

 Adults who register and sign in weekly may enter drawings for prizes from Avanti’s, Green Gables, and Wal-Mart, just to name a few.

Picture This!: Storing and Preserving Photographs

The library is hosting a series of workshops designed to help you make the most of your photographs. Call the library to register for either of these valuable workshops. No fees!

Online Photo Storage

On Thursday, June 18, Hudson Area Public Library’s own Sarah McCoy will discuss the pros and cons of using various online sites for photo storage and development. She will demonstrate how to use these sites, and participants will have some hands-on training. Please bring 5-6 photos on a storage device (CD, jump drive, or memory card).

Beginning Scrapbooks 

On Thursday, July 9, Sara Hill will show you how to preserve your pictures using simple and fun scrapbooking techniques. She will also discuss inexpensive ways to get started creating your own scrapbooks. During the workshop, participants will create their own scrapbook page. Please bring 5-6 developed photos with you.

Read a Lincoln / Win a Lincoln

High School Teens! During the Summer Reading Program, the library will continue celebrating the 200th birthday of President Abraham Lincoln with our Read a Lincoln / Win a Lincoln contest.  High school students may enter a drawing to win $5.00 each week during the Summer Reading Program by reading current Lincoln Award nominees and putting their name in a drawing.  One winner will be drawn each week. 

Summer Story Time: July 9 through August 14

Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 (pre-K) are invited to attend Story Time at the library this summer. The six-week program begins Thursday, July 9 and ends Friday, August 14. Please sign up for either Thursdays from 6:30-7:00 or Fridays from 10:30-11:00. Themes will include: wild animals, I’m special, pets sea animals, wild science, and butterflies. Please call to register: 726-1103.

Mother/Daughter Book Club  

Teens 13-19 are invited to bring their mothers to the library to talk about books! The group’s next meeting will be on Wednesday, July 21 at 7:00. The group will discuss Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen. The following meeting will be on Friday, August 21 for a book/movie night (Inkheart). Snacks will be served. Please call for your copy of each month’s reading selection: 726-1103.

Literary Guild

The next meeting of the library’s Literary Guild will be Thursday, July 16 at 7:00. The group will discuss Cold Dish by Craig Johnson. Please call to reserve your copy of the book. New members are welcome!

New Saturday Hours

Beginning September 6, 2008, Hudson Area Public Library will extend their Saturday hours! The Library will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to give patrons more time during the weekend to visit the library.

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 Resources - Work and research from the office or from home, anytime:

• Materials Online: books, articles, research databases, and more
• Selected Sites: what's good on the Web
• Community Organizations: local, nonprofit groups and services
• Good Reads: book reviews, top sellers, author interviews, and news headlines
• Digital Exhibits: historic photos and more

 Whats going on? - Check out the calendar anytime

Library Databases

Use this website to search for authors and books similar to your favorites!  This website also provides readers with listings of series by his or her favorite author.

Similar to the Novelist site above, this website provides listings of books for children in Kindergarten through 8th grade.  It also has interactive games that support reading.

Tumblebooks turns your favorite children's books interactive!  Some have been turned into games, puzzles, and read-alouds that the kids will LOVE!

Auto Repair Reference Center includes information about all things auto to help you maintain your vehicle, including recalls, care and repair tips, and interactive diagnostics.