Santa Parade – a courtesy album
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Briggs Library News
The Library would like to give a special Thank You to the Clinton County RESA Construction Trades Program under the direction of Ross Pope and RSI Home Improvement for their help and services.
Holiday Wishes – The Library would like to wish our wonderful patrons and the community that supports us a happy holiday season. We could not do what we do without your generosity, well wishes and support. The value you place in the Library is greatly appreciated. A special Thank You goes out to all the individuals who have volunteered their time for the betterment of the Library this past year. There are not words to express how lucky the Library is to be blessed with such a dedicated group of individuals.
Pre-Reader – “Reading Through the Alphabet” is the story-time theme for children ages 4-6 years old (independent listeners). This 6 week session is on Thursday evenings, 6:30-7pm, Jan. 14 – Feb. 18. Story-times include stories, games, music, movement and crafts. Registration is required and begins on Thursday, Dec. 17.
Holiday Cartoon Program – “Kids, Cartoons, and Crafts” is the Library’s new holiday movie program that will feature a short cartoon, a craft, a game, and a snack. Independent children ages 4-8 are invited to celebrate the Christmas season on Thursday, Dec. 17 from 6:30-7:30p.m. as we watch Mickey’s Christmas Carol. Registration for this free program is required.
Last in the Library Book Club – The January selection of the Last in the Library Book Club is “The Wednesday Wars” by Gary D. Schmidt. This wonderfully witty and compelling novel about a teenage boy’s mishaps and adventures over the course of the 1967-68 school year was a 2008 Newbery Honor Book. Holling Hoodhood knows his seventh grade teacher, Mrs. Baker, is out to get him – why else would she make him spend each Wednesday afternoon reading Shakespeare? This parent/child book club is recommended for children in grades 4-8, though any who can read the material and would like to discuss it are welcome. Copies of the book and registration are now available.
All Ages Coloring Event – Coloring books aimed at adults, with intricate pictures of animals, landscapes, and geometric designs, have become increasingly popular as a fun way to relax and unwind. The Briggs Library has recently purchased some adult coloring supplies and is inviting people of all ages to join us for a night of stress-relieving, creativity-enhancing fun! A selection of coloring books, crayons, pencils, and markers will be available during this calming and fun program on Tuesday, January 12 from 6:30-7:30p.m. Registration for this free program is required and opens on Tuesday, December 22.
Library Closures – The Library will be closed on Friday Dec. 18 from 11:15a.m. – 1:15p.m. for the City of St. Johns Awards Luncheon. The Library will be closed on December 24, 25, and 26 for the Christmas Holiday and on December 31and January 1for the New Year’s Holiday. The drop box on the Library porch will be available for returns throughout these closures.
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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
Wilson Center Auditorium Renovation gets Matching Funds offer
Fundraising is now in full swing with the Wilson Center Auditorium Renovation Committee seeking all who are willing to help restore this mid-Michigan historical gem here in St. Johns. This auditorium has great acoustics, sightlines and intimacy. It will become a viable entertainment venue for mid-Michigan residents for many, many years to come.
They have just received a $30,000 matching grant. Now they need to raise $30,000 by the end of the year to receive those funds.
All donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations are eligible for this match. No matter what amount your donation is, it will be doubled by this grant, up to $30,000.
This offer is only good through the end of December, 2015.
The committee will be able to complete phase 2 of the renovation and purchase the rest of the seating, new stage lighting, and a projector to finish the renovation project.
Please donate now! Make your check payable to St. Johns Foundation for Excellence and mail it to: Wilson Auditorium Project, PO Box 331, St. Johns, MI 48879.
Don’t give or receive the gift of influenza this holiday season
The holidays are quickly approaching, which means a lot of hustle and bustle, holiday parties and family get-togethers. During this flurry of activity you’re bound to exchange a gift or two; make sure influenza isn’t one of them!
The flu can spread quite quickly, especially in confined areas, like at grandma’s house during the holidays. You certainly don’t want to be the one who shares his germs with the entire family, nor do you want to be the recipient of such an unwanted gift, so protect yourselves and those around you – get vaccinated!
The absolute best way to prevent the flu and its potentially life-threatening complications is for everyone, including healthy people, age six months and older, to get vaccinated. Children less than six months of age are too young to get a flu vaccine, so the best way to protect them is to vaccinate those around them, including parents, family members, and those who care for them. For those at high-risk for developing serious flu complications, such as the elderly, young children, pregnant women, those with weakened immune systems, and people with certain health conditions, vaccination is especially important.
The vaccine is available at a variety of places, including your doctor’s office, many pharmacies, or the health department.
Mid-Michigan District Health Department participates with the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, as well as many types of insurance. The health department offers Flumist nasal spray, Fluzone High Dose, and preservative-free options, as well as the “regular” flu shot. Please call your nearest branch office for more information, to see if your insurance is accepted, or to schedule an appointment.
You may visit www.mmdhd.org for more information.