Winter
2016
MeLCat Temporarily Suspended
The MeLCat Interloan
system will be
temporarily unavailable
until January 2016.
The MeLCat servers are
being moved to a new host site and
upgraded.
Due to the complexity of the
traffic flow between the affected
servers, it was determined that a
temporary complete shutdown
would result in the fewest
problems. This will affect libraries
across the state that are members
of MeLCat.
Incoming and outgoing materials
will still be processed. Items
currently checked out
can still be renewed and
managed by using the
MeLCat links. You will
be able to return items
to your Library. They will not be
checked in until the system is back
up.
MeL Databases will also be
affected. Searching across several
databases at the same time will
not be possible between
December 2nd — December 11th.
Searching individual MeL databases will still be available. Call
the Library at 423-2238 for
additional information.
HAH! Happy About Homeschoolers
The Tecumseh District Library is happy about
homeschoolers! The Library will host a fair on Wednesday,
January 20th from noon –2 p.m. Families will get a tour,
learn about various databases, get an overview the AWE literacy
computer, review how to research a topic for all ages, listen to book talks
and more. Registration will be required for this program.
Call the Library at 423423-2238 to sign up!
215 North Ottawa
Tecumseh, MI 49286
(517) 423-2238
www.tecumsehlibrary.org
HOURS
M - Th 10-8
F/Sa 10-5
Sun 1-5*
*(October - April)
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CLOSING DATES
December 24, 25, 31
January 1 & 18th
February 15th
In the case of
inclement weather,
check our web page
or Facebook for
closing or delayed
opening updates.
D Printer, Inc.
Digital | Offset | Wide Format
Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!
6197 N. Adrian Hwy. Tecumseh | 517.423.6554
Renovation Update
Now that the second egress is
complete, we are ready to begin
Phase II of the lower level
renovation project. What we will
accomplish in this phase is to
increase the flexibility of the meeting spaces to accommodate
increased usage by the
community, add a barrier free
bathroom, create storage for
tables and chairs, upgrade
technology to enhance our meeting spaces and modernize the
1960s environment.
It is an exciting time for the TDL
and our community! We
appreciate your patience as we
work to make the library better
suited to the way you want to use
it. It is going to be great!!
Workers from Krieghoff-Lenawee
work on the second egress.
WHAT TO READ NEXT?
Did you just finish a book and you’re not
sure what to read next? Are you overwhelmed with all of the choices? We can
help!
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Ask a staff member for a
recommendation. We have a variety
of interests and books we’d love to
share with you.
Check out our New Bookshelf where
all the newest books are located.
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Browse one of our many book
displays. We have a variety of
different themed displays that we
continually update.
Look on our website under Staff
Reviews which is located under the
Books/Audio/Digital section. Staff
members have posted some of their
recent and favorite reads.
Read reviews on sites such as
Amazon.com, Goodreads.com. or
whatshouldireadnext.com.
WE CAN HELP!
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Friends of the Library News
Thank you to the Friends of the
Library for the purchase of new
computers in the Reference area.
The Friends of the Library
bookstore has temporarily relocated due to the Library renovation
project. They are located directly
across the street from the Library
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in the Tecumseh Public
Schools administration
building. Please use the
annex entrance located at
the rear of the building.
Donations will still be
accepted at the Library
during business hours.
Book sales will continue to
be on the first Saturday of
the month from 10 a.m. —
2 p.m.
Meetings are held on the
second Monday of every
month at 6:30 p.m. at the
Library.
Coming Soon!
January 1st
Zinio is the ultimate app for
magazine lovers!
TDL welcomes new board member
Carma Roesch as she is sworn in by
Board President Stan Legenc.
Check our website
January 1st for the link!
Upcoming Events
Book Bingo, 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.
Adult Book Discussion Group
Group, 3rd Wednesday each month at 3 p.m.
Michigan Casinos:
Casinos Kewadin, Bay Mills & More, Tuesday, January 26th at 7 p.m.
Music Moves Me, Saturday, January 30th at 1 p.m. Registration required.
Churches of Detroit, Wednesday, January 27th at 1:15 p.m.
Storybook ArtVentures, Monday, February 8th at 10:30 a.m. Registration is required, 18 months - 5 years old.
UnValentine’s Day Party, Monday, February 8th at 2:45 p.m. Teens!
Hearts and Hugs Story Time, Tuesday, February 9th, 6:45 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Registration is required.
Bowl for Books,
Books Monday, February 15th from noon - 2 p.m. at Ten Pin Alley. Registration is required. Free.
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We provide free
tutorial sessions for
library card holders
on your new
holiday gadgets.
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Call 423-2238 to
schedule your
appointment.
Thank you to the following individuals and
businesses for their recent donations:
Anonymous, Brian Burns of Peak Financial,
David Finnegan, Friends of TDL, Linda Hewlett,
William G. Hunt, D’Printer Inc., Rick Ruhl &
Mr. and Mrs. David Wollenhaupt.
Planning for a new, healthier fit You in 2016? Join us for
TDL Night at ProMedica Fitness Connection on Tuesday,
January 5, 2016 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. This event is open to
everyone, so bring family and friends! Tour the facility and
sample exercise and fitness classes. Enjoy refreshments,
door prizes and raffles. Cheers to a new, healthier, happier
and fit YOU this year! Learn more! The ProMedica Fitness
Connection is located at 703 E. Chicago Ave.
CALMING COLORS CLUB!
Tecumseh District Library is
offering a brand new coloring
club for adults only. We supply
the adult level coloring pages
and colored pencils; please feel
free to bring snacks for yourself
or for the group. The club will
meet on the first Monday of every month from 6 pm -7:45 pm.
Coloring has been used as a
relaxation technique since the
early 20th century. One of the
first psychologists to use coloring as a de-stressor was Carl
Jung. Coloring causes us to
de-stress because when we
focus on that activity, we aren’t
so focused on our worries. It
also brings out our creative side
and takes us back to our child-
hood; a time where we had
significantly less stress. So
come unwind, relax, and create
beautiful pictures with us. We
look forward to seeing you at the
library!
Support the Friends of TDL by enrolling
your Kroger card by visiting
www.krogercommunityrewards.com
and choose #45295 or enter Friends of
the Tecumseh District Library.
Please consider giving to the
Library during the
holiday season.
The Club meets on the first
Monday of each month
from 6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.