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Thursday, September 13, 2012

What's Happening at the Eldorado Library

This is a busy time at the Eldorado Library. Summer Reading was a resounding success and the end of program ice cream party was enjoyed by all.

UMIGO
Saturday, September 8th, some eager preschoolers and their parents, got to sample the new UMIGO math products. In an ongoing cooperative effort, the Eldorado Library,  WSIU Public Television's Beth Spezia and her helpers introduced the world of hands on math activities. On Monday, October 1st, Children ages 6-8 will get their chance to try out the new games. The program will be held from 3 to 4:30 and registration is necessary. Call (618) 273-7922 to register.

STORY HOUR
School is back in session and that means it's Time for Story Hour to resume meeting. Teacher Betsy Oldham had more than 25 eager young listeners at the first session. Story Hour meets Thursday mornings from 10 to 11 am.

TOWN & COUNTRY DAYS
Eldorado Town and Country Days is this weekend and the Friends of the Library are sponsoring the Annual T & C Days Art Contest. They have an exciting variety of art on display. Visit anytime during library hours, and stop in Sunday afternoon at the reception from 2-4 to meet the artists.
The Friends of the Library will also be participating in the parade, so watch for us!

COMPUTER CLASSES
Free computer classes are back. They meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Morning sessions meet from 10 to 12 and afternoon session meet from 2 to 4. Open lab times are 9 to 10 am, 1 to 2 pm and 4 to 5 pm. Call or visit the library for more information.