April
So, What’s New This Spring?
2017
New DVDs
321 Penguins;
the Complete TV Series
Empire: The Complete
Second Season
Game of Thrones: The Complete
Sixth Season
The Girl on the Train
An Obvious Fact
by Craig Johnson
Humans Bow Down
by James Patterson
Transform Your Ideas About the
Library! Celebrate National Library Week!
Arizona Wild
by Linda Lael Miller
Inside This Issue:
The Great Gilly Hopkins
1—Celebrate National
Library Week @ JCPL
2 & 3—Calendar of events
4—What’s New @ JCPL
Insert—JCPL programs @
a glance
Harley and the Davidsons
Inferno
The Legend of Tarzan
The Librarians: Seasons 1 & 2
The Light Between the Oceans
Rensselaer Library
(219) 866-5881
The Man Who Knew Infinity
DeMotte Library
(219) 987-2221
New Books on CD
Chasing the Dime
by Michael Connelly
The Defense: A Novel
by Steve Cavanaugh
Just for Teens: Books on CD!
Challenger Deep
by Neal Shusterman
Empire of Storms
by Sarah J. Maas
Heir of Fire
by Sarah J. Maas
What Light
by Jay Asher
Jasper County Public Library
“Inform, Enrich, Empower”
Eye of the Beholder
by Lowell Cauffiel
I’ll Take You There
by Wally Lamb
Law and Disorder
by Heather Graham
Love Bears All Things
by Beth Wiseman
New Non-fiction
Presence: Bringing
Your Boldest Self to
Your Biggest
Challenges
by Amy Cuddy
Indian Battle Sites in
Indiana
by Alan McPherson
Nature Walks in the
Indiana Dunes by Alan McPherson
Dinner With Edward: A Story of an
Unexpected Friendship
by Isabel Vincent
Wheatfield Library
(219) 956-3774
Director:
Patty Stringfellow
JCPL Board of Trustees:
Jody Melton
Deana George
Natalie Waling
Mark Heinig
Janelle Harper
Jasper County Public Library joins libraries in
schools, campuses and communities nationwide
in celebrating the many ways libraries are
transforming their communities every day through
the services and invaluable expertise they offer.
April 9-15 is National Library Week, a time to
highlight the changing role of libraries, librarians
and library workers. Libraries aren’t only a place
of quiet study, but also creative and engaging
community centers where people can collaborate using new
technologies, learn how to use new technologies, or even build a
robot.
JCPL is celebrating National
Library Week with a variety of
programs & giveaways. First
sponsored in 1958, this yearly
event is a national observance
sponsored by the American
Library Association (ALA) and
libraries across the country
each April. For info, contact
your local branch of JCPL or
visit us online at
www.myjcpl.org.
Libraries of all types are evolving to meet the needs of the
communities they serve. Elected officials, small business owners,
students and the public depend “The library embraces the entire
Mark your calendar for
upon libraries and their
community, offering unlimited opportunities Saturday, April 29 @ 2
resources to address the needs for personal growth and lifelong learning,”
pm, and join us at the
of their communities. By
said JCPL Director, Patty Stringfellow.
Wheatfield Library for a
providing such resources as
piano/musical concert by
e-books, technology classes,
Matthew Ball, the “Boogie
materials for English-language learners, or programs for job seekers,
Woogie Kid.” This free
libraries and librarians transform communities.
program is open to all ages.
Call the library or go online at
JCPL is transforming by providing digital access cards to students,
www.myjcpl.org for info.
one-on-one assistance with electronic devices, and digitized local
history materials. Libraries also offer something unique to their
communities; the expertise of individual librarians who assist patrons
in using increasingly complex technology and sorting through the
overwhelming mass of information bombarding today’s digital society.
This is especially crucial when access to reliable and trustworthy data
is more important than ever.
Government Resources: JCPL Databases of the Month
Kevin Kaluf
Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the
American City by Matthew Desmond
Janet Umlauf
Lit Up: One Reporter, Three Schools,
Twenty Four Books That Can Change
Lives by David Denby
www.myjcpl.org
Need tax forms? Looking for your local legislator? Need to look up part
of the Indiana Code or Indiana Constitution? Need to
register to vote, or find your township trustee? Turn to
JCPL’s Government Resource Collection for these
answers and more. Learn more at
http://www.myjcpl.org/databases/government.
Boogie Woogie Kid,
Matthew Ball
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
National Library Week is April 9-15. Celebrate with your local branch of JCPL, where there will be a coloring contest for kids and daily prize giveaways!
DeMotte Library invites you to bring your gently used puzzles and exchange them for others during the month of April. Bring a puzzle,
zzle, take a puzzle. Simple!
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Register @ www.myjcpl.org/events
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10 D—Friends of the Library Book Sale,
9-8
W—Toddler Time, 10 am
11 D—Friends of the Library Book Sale,
9-8
R—Story Time, 10 am
W—Book Discussion, 1 pm
R—Teen Make it Take it, 4 pm
R—Tuesday Night Movie, 5:30 pm
12 D—Friends
Friends of the Library Book Sale,
9-6
Mother Goose on the Loose,
D—Mother
10 am
The Gathering, Knit/Crochet
D—The
Meeting, 12:30 pm
Genealogy Help, 6 pm
R—Genealogy
13 D—Friends of the Library Book Sale,
9-8
W—After School Program 4 pm
R—Story Time, 6 pm
14 D—Friends of the Library Book Sale,
9-5
15 D—Friends of the Library Book Sale,
9-5
16
17 W—Toddler Time, 10 am
D—Computer Help, 2 pm
D—Yogalates, 5:30 pm
18 R—Story Time, 10 am
D—Adult Book Discussion, 2 & 7 pm
19 D—Mother
Mother Goose on the Loose,
10 am
The Gathering, Knit/Crochet
D—The
Meeting, 12:30 pm
20 D—Brush Up With Susan, 9-4
R—Third Thursday Club, 4 pm
D—Afternoon Adventure Program,
4 pm
R—Story Time, 6 pm
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22 R—Earth Day @ Brookside Park,
9-12 noon
D—Library Lego, 10 am
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24 W—Toddler Time, 10 am
W—Books ‘n Coffee Club, 2 pm
R—Money Saving Apps, 2 pm
W—Maker Monday, 4 pm
R—Color Your Stress Away/UFO
Program, 5:30 pm
D--Yogalates, 5:30 pm
D—Nature Photos & Poetry
by Dr. Barb Lucas, 6:30 pm
25 W—Friends of the Library Meeting,
1 pm
W—Grades 2-5 Book Discussion,
4 pm
R—Create With Legos, 5 pm
R—Computer & Tablet Q & A,
2 & 6 pm
26 D—Mother
Mother Goose on the Loose,
10 am
Blood Pressure Screenings,
R—Blood
10 am
NWICA Meeting, 10 am
R—NWICA
Men’s Book Discussion, 10 am
R—Men’s
The Gathering, Knit/Crochet
D—The
Meeting, 12:30 pm
Online Shopping Help, 2 pm
R—Online
Anime Club Meeting, 5:30 pm
R—Anime
27 W—Morning Movie Presentation,
10 am
R—Fourth Thursday Adult Book
Discussion, 1 pm
W—Teen Book Discussion, 4 pm
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30
W—Health Screenings, 10 am
W—Toddler Time, 10 am
D—Magnificent Monday, 10 am
D—Computer Help, 2 pm
D—Yogalates, 5:30 pm
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2
D—Health Screenings, 9:30 am
R—Story Time, 10 am
D—Jr. Scribes Meeting, 6 pm
5
Mother Goose on the Loose,
D—Mother
10 am
The Gathering, Knit/Crochet
D—The
Meeting, 12:30 pm
6
R—Story Time, 6 pm
7
W—Easter Family Fun Night, 6 pm
W—Cupcake Decorating 101, 6 pm
8
D—Friends of the Library Book Sale,
9-5
D—Spectacular Saturday, 2 pm
29 W—CPR Class, 9-12 noon
W—Boogie Woogie Kid, Matthew
Ball, 2 pm
What’s Happening? JCPL Adult Program Lineup @ A Glance
—Puzzle Exchange during April, DeMotte Library; Bring your gently used puzzles and exchange them for others.
—Health Screenings, Mon., Apr. 3, 10-10:45 am, Wheatfield Library; Clinical Home Health Care of DeMotte will
provide free blood pressure and glucose screenings, as well as $5 total cholesterol screenings. No appointment needed.
—Yogalates, each Mon., Apr. 3, 17, & 24, 5:30-6:30 pm, DeMotte Library; Adults invited to this free yogalates
class, taught by Becky Schultz. Bring a large towel or yoga mat. Call for details.
—Computer Help, Mon., Apr. 3, 2-4 pm, DeMotte Library; Bring your mobile device or laptop for basic, hands-on
help during these one-on-one sessions, by appointment only.
—Health Screenings, Tues., Apr. 4, 9:30-11 am, DeMotte Library; Free blood pressure and glucose screenings as
well as $5 total cholesterol screenings provided by Clinical Home Health Care of DeMotte. No appointment needed.
—The Gathering Knit/Crochet Group Meeting, each Wed., Apr. 5-26, 12:30-2:30 pm, DeMotte Library; Adults
invited to bring their current knit/crochet projects. Registration.
—Easter Family Fun Night, Fri., Apr. 7, 6-8 pm, Wheatfield Library; Free; all ages welcome to enjoy fun family
activities; photo booth, Easter egg hunt and more! Registration.
—Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, Apr. 8-15, DeMotte Library; Held in the library‟s Story Time Room
during library hours, there will be a variety of books, magazines and audio to choose from.
—Adult Book Discussion, Tues., Apr. 11, 1 pm, Wheatfield Library; Adults invited to join in a review of „The
Secret Life of Violet Grant‟ by Beatriz Williams. Call to reserve your copy!
—Tuesday Night Movie, Tues., Apr. 11, 5:30 pm, Rensselaer Library; Teens & adults invited to enjoy a free, rated
PG-13 film starring Michael Fassbender. Registration.
—Genealogy Help, Wed., Apr. 12, 6-7:30 pm, Rensselaer Library; Teens & adults invited to this free help session
to learn about resources available for researching family history. No pre-registration required.
—Computer Help, Mon., Apr. 17, 2-4 pm, DeMotte Library; Bring your mobile device or laptop for basic, handon, one-on-one assistance. By appointment only.
—Bookies of DeMotte Book Discussion, Tues., Apr. 18, 2 & 7 pm, DeMotte Library; Adults invited to review
„The Aviator‟s Wife‟ by Melanie Benjamin. Refreshments served. Call to reserve your copy!
—Brush Up With Susan Oil Painting Class, Thurs., Apr. 20, 9-4, DeMotte Library; Adults invited to create an oil
painting under the instruction of Susan Young. Cost: $55, includes materials. Registration.
—Books ‘n Coffee Club @ Somethin’s Brewing Coffee Shop in DeMotte, Mon., Apr. 24, 2-3 pm, Wheatfield
Library; Adults, gather for coffee and conversation at Somethin‟s Brewing Coffee House! Title, TBA.
—Color Your Stress Away/Unfinished Objects Program (UFO), Mon., Apr. 24, 5:30-7 pm, Rensselaer Library;
Bring your craft or coloring projects and enjoy some „you‟ time. Stay as little or long as you wish.. Registration.
—Nature Photo & Poems W/Barb Lucas, Mon., Apr. 24, 6:30 pm, DeMotte Library; Dr. Barb Lucas will share
bird photos and poetry, and discuss conservation to preserve wildlife. Free; open to all ages. Registration appreciated.
—Friends of the Library Meeting, Tues., Apr. 25, 1 pm, Wheatfield Library; All Friends members & new
members welcome!
—Money Saving Apps, Tues., Apr. 25, 2 pm, Rensselaer Library; Celebrate Money Smart Week learning how to
save money with these free apps. Registration.
—Computer & Tablet Q & A, Tues., Apr. 25, 2-3 OR 6-7 pm, Rensselaer Library; Bring your tablet or mobile
device, along with your questions during this free, informal session. All ages welcome.
—Men’s Book Group Meeting, Wed., Apr. 26, 10 am, Rensselaer Library; Everyone welcome to review
„American Scripture‟ by Pauline Maier. Call to reserve your copy.
—Health Screenings, Wed., Apr. 26, 10-11 am, Rensselaer Library; Adults invited to free blood pressure screenings provided by Clinical Home Health Care on a first come, first served basis. No appointment needed.
—NWICA Community Resources, Wed., Apr. 26, 10-11 am, Rensselaer Library; Meet with a representative from
Northwest Community Action Corporation for help with housing, child care, jobs, etc. No appointment needed.
—Online Shopping Help, Wed., Apr. 26, 2 pm, Rensselaer Library; Be safe and save money shopping online
during this Money Smart Week Program. Free; registration.
—Anime Club, Wed., Apr. 26, 5:30 pm, Rensselaer Library; Free, open to ages 15 and up. Share your favorite
manga and anime. No registration required.
—Morning Movie Presentation, Thurs., Apr. 27, 10 am, Wheatfield Library; Adults invited to a free, rated PG-13
film. Registration.
—Fourth Thursday Book Discussion, Thurs., Apr. 27, 1 pm, Rensselaer Library; Join in a review of „Bruno,
Chief of Police‟ by Martin Walker. Call to reserve your copy.
—Cupcake Decorating 101, Fri., Apr. 28, 6-8 pm, Wheatfield Library; Learn to decorate cupcakes! Registration.
—CPR Class, Sat., Apr. 29, 9-12 noon, Wheatfield Library; Earn your CPR certification; $20 deposit, $20 balance
due at class. Registration.
—Matthew Ball Performs, Sat., Apr. 29, 2 pm, Wheatfield Library; Boogie Woogie Kid piano concert. Free; open
to all ages. Registration.
Spring Programs For Kids, Teens & ‘Tweens @ JCPL
—Toddler Time for 2 Year Olds & Caregiver, each Monday, Apr. 3-24, 10-10:30 am, Wheatfield Library; Two
year olds and their caregivers invited to weekly sessions of stories, crafts & activities. Registration.
—Magnificent Monday, Mon., Apr. 3, 10 am, DeMotte Library; Open to individuals of all ages with
developmental disabilities, this month‟s theme is “Titanic.” Held in the library‟s West Meeting Room. Registration.
—Story Time for 2-5 Year Olds, each Tues., Apr. 4-18 @ 10 am OR each Thurs., Apr. 6-20 @ 6 pm, Rensselaer
Library; Ages 2-5 invited to hear stories and enjoy interactive play, socializing and activities. Registration.
—Jr. Scribes Writer’s Meeting, Tues., Apr. 4, 6-7 pm, DeMotte Library; Grades 3-12, bring your pen, pencil,
notebook and imagination for an evening of fun writing prompts & activities. Registration.
—Mother Goose on the Loose, each Wed., Apr. 5-26, 10-10:45 am, DeMotte Library; Ages 0-23 months of age,
along with their caregiver, are invited to enjoy stories, socializing and playtime. Registration.
—Spectacular Saturday (Bingo), Sat., Apr. 8, 2-4 pm, DeMotte Library; All ages invited to enjoy an afternoon of
Bingo in the library‟s Meeting Rooms. Registration.
—Teen Make it Take it, Tues., Apr. 11, 4-5 pm, Rensselaer Library; Grades 6-12 invited to use an old book as
their canvas as they create a painted masterpiece. Ideas & materials supplied. Registration.
—Easter After School Program, Thurs., Apr. 13, 4-5 pm, Wheatfield Library; Grades K-5 invited to celebrate
Easter with stories and crafts. Registration.
—Third Thursday Club Program, Thurs., Apr. 20, 4-5 pm, Rensselaer Library; Grades 1-5, come celebrate all
things „spring‟ during this afternoon program. Registration.
—Afternoon Adventure Program, Thurs., Apr. 20, 4-5 pm, DeMotte Library; Grades K-5 invited to hear „The
Boy Who Harnessed the Wind‟ during this “Wind” themed program. Enjoy crafts & snacks. Registration.
—Earth Day @ Brookside Park, Sat., Apr. 22, 9-12 noon, Rensselaer Library; All ages invited to visit the
Rensselaer Library‟s booth during the festivities, where there will be fun activities and prizes.
—Library Lego, Sat., Apr. 22, 10-11 am, DeMotte Library; Ages 4-14 are invited to create shapes out of Legos to
the story, “Ninja” by Aree Chung. Registration.
—Maker Monday, Mon., Apr. 24, 4-5 pm, Wheatfield library; Ages 7-14, get creative during this afternoon
program! Topic TBA. Registration.
—Grades 2-5 Book Discussion, Tues., Apr. 25, 4-5 pm, Wheatfield Library; Grades 2-5, join in a review of
„Babymouse‟ by Jennifer L. Holm. Copies available at the library‟s circulation desk. Registration.
—Create With Legos, Tues., Apr. 25, 5-6:30 pm, Rensselaer Library; All ages invited to make their best shapes
out of Legos during this evening program. Registration.
Ages 3-11 invited to pick up a coloring sheet at their local branch of JCPL during National
Library Week, April 9-15, color & return to the library. Winners chosen on originality!