Coming up at the Briggs
Jr. Readers
Are you a 7-9 year old who loves to read? Join the Junior Readers Book Club for a fun-filled Valentine’s celebration. We’ll be discussing the book “February Friend” by Ron Roy. Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk after registering. There will also be a craft, game and sweet snacks during the program which will be on Monday, January 30th from 7:00-8:00. Registration begins on January 3.
Late Fees
Starting January 1, 2012 the Briggs Public Library will be charging fines on all overdue items. This will include all items that are overdue on that date regardless of when they were checked out. The reason for late fees is to encourage patrons to return their materials on time so another individual can make use of the item.
Fines will be $.10 a day for books, magazines, audiobooks and interlibrary loan items of the same nature with a cap of $5.00 an item. The fine on late videos (dvd 7 vhs) will remain $1.00 a day and will now include interloaned videos and sound recordings with a cap of $18.00 an item.
Patrons will be restricted from checking out any additional items when the amount of fines on their account exceeds $5.00.
There are ways to avoid accruing fines. Keep track of your due dates either by the due date stamped on the item, by accessing your patron account online via the Library catalog or by contacting library staff. You can renew an item if no one else is waiting for it either by accessing your patron account online via the Library catalog or by contacting library staff. Library Staff, if you have an email on file, can assist you in setting the system up to email you once a week. The email will include the titles you have out and the due dates.
There are also steps in place to help patrons determine if they have fines. Staff will notify you at checkout if you have fines.
You can access your record online through the Library catalog, login, go to My Account and select the Fines and Fees tab. If you have an email on file, a notice will go out when the item(s) are five days overdue and ten days overdue. An overdue letter sent through the postal service when an item(s) is four weeks overdue. If you need assistance in accessing your patron account online, please let Library staff know and we would be happy to walk you through the process.
“Plenty Of Penguins” Pre-Reader Storytime:
This program is for independent listeners, ages 4,5&6.You may choose Tuesday morning sessions, 10:30-ll am, January 17th to February 21st or Thursday evening sessions, 6:30-7 pm, January 19th to February 23rd. Registration is required. Chill out and sign up for plenty of perfectly pleasant penguin stories, crafts, music and games.
Computer Classes
Get connected with free computer classes at Briggs Public Library! The Briggs Library is pleased to offer a new program designed specifically for adults who are new to the world of computers and the Internet. We will be offering a two-part beginner’s computer class titled Computer Basics.
Part one, Mastering the Mouse, will provide an overview of the components of a computer and computer terminology, and an introduction to working with Windows. Part two, Introduction to the Internet, will allow users to navigate a web browser, to find information online, and to effectively use the Briggs Public Library website.
The class will be offered over two weeks – part one on January 18th, and part two on January 25th. Both sessions will start at 9am and last approximately one hour. Registration for this free class is required.
Library Closures
The Library will be closed on December 23rd, 24th and 26th for the Christmas Holiday and on December 30th, 31st and January 2nd for the New Year’s Holiday. The drop box on the Library porch will be available for returns during these closures.
Contact Information:
Library Director: Sara Morrison
Phone: 989-224-4702 * Fax: 989-224-1205
E-mail: smorrison@briggspubliclibrary.org
Street address: 108 E Railroad * Saint Johns, MI 48879