Library News

Delphi

The library will be closed on Dec. 30 and Jan. 1 for New Years. Hours resume Jan. 2 at 10 a.m.

A few openings remain for the Jan. 6 “ABCs of Acrylic Painting Class.” Basic techniques of application and composition will be taught to aspiring artists ages 14 and up from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn to stretch and prepare a canvas, create a paint pallet, brush stroke application and color mixing. A small materials fee is due upon registration. The instructor is Sara Daly Brosman.

Drs. Daniel and Mary Ann Nussbaum will visit the library Jan. 11 to discuss their newly released suspense novel, “The Last Reunion.” The Nussbaums will also tell of their travels via yacht to the Fiji Islands with stops in Hawaii, the Marshall Islands and Tuvalu. The 6:30 p.m. program will be a great mental get-away from an Indiana winter. Tropical refreshments will be served.

Come and enjoy the distinctive sound of the saxophone when Delphi’s own saxophone quartet performs at The Coffee Beat Jan. 20. Quartet members Anita Werling, Bethanny Cougill, Andy Cougill and Jay Dennison have a great evening of musical entertainment planned. Coffee and music are free but you will have to gather some loose change for a dessert.

For registration or information on library programs, call (765) 564-2929.

Flora-Monroe Township

The library will be closed New Year’s Day.

Help is available to make education beyond high school financially possible for you or your child. The information provided in “Paying for College: Financial Aid Basics” workshop is designed to assist in college planning. It provides you with access to and information about the products and services that are needed throughout the financial aid process. The workshop will be on Saturday, Feb. 3.

The Indiana 2006 Travel Guide is available at the library. Plan a Hoosier vacation or day trip easily with the information provided in this publication. Spend a long weekend at one of many festivals, go antique shopping in charming Indiana towns, or enjoy art at one of the state’s world-class museums. This guide will provide a great resource as you travel the state. It will direct you to local attractions, restaurants, and hotel accommodations.

The guide separates the state into regions listing places to visit and where to stay in each region. Special features include Indiana Wineries, Arts & Culture, Girlfriend Getaways, Sports & Entertainment, Family Fun, Outdoor Recreation and Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Pick up your free copy on the main level of the library.

It’s time to vote for your favorite book of 2006. We want to know what the Flora area has been reading and talking about this past year. There are three categories: Adult, Young Adult, and Children. Books can be nonfiction or fiction. Pick up your voting form at the circulation desk. Patrons may also email their votes to floralib@flora.lib.in.us.

Storytime returns from holiday break on Jan. 9. The library’s Dial-a-Story is available 24 hours a day by calling 967-3814.