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Posted July 1st, 2009 in Events, Teens
Are you looking for an opportunity to participate in some really rewarding activities with other teens? If so this is the group for you!
Come help us brainstorm projects, suggest new purchasing ideas, and make the library a cool place to hang out. Ages 12-18 welcome. Call 433-2872 to register. Continue Reading
Posted June 29th, 2009 in Events
The Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. Everyone have a safe holiday!
Posted June 24th, 2009 in Events, Library News
Join us on Wednesday, 21 July, 2009 for an evening with Elsie Wasser.
She will share her experience and knowledge of censue with us. We will meet in the Reading Room of the downtown library at 6:30 p.m.
Call 1-800-613-3163 to reserve your seat. Continue Reading
Posted June 23rd, 2009 in Events, Library News
The Hayner Public Library District has partnered with The North Alton Godfrey Business Council and the Village of Godfrey Parks and Recreation Department to present a series of musical entertainment to be enjoyed under the stars. All concerts are free of charge and will start at 7:00 p.m. All three programs will take place at the Whispering Winds Gazebo in Glazebrook Park, Godfrey, IL. In the event of rain, the concerts will take place in the Alton High School Auditorium, 4200 Humbert Rd., Alton, IL. Bring a blanket or your lawn chairs and enjoy a great summer evening. The schedules include the following performances:
Posted June 23rd, 2009 in Events, kids
Mr. Music plays saxophone, piano, recorder, bamboo flute and several percussion instruments in this interactive music program. Kids may participate in a Marching Band with Mr. Music or get a chance to help perform music. During the program, the kids are singing, dancing and having a fun time. Mr. Music’s program is one that will have kids happy and singing all daylong!
by Lisa See
Forced to leave Shanghai when their father sells them to California suitors, sisters May and Pearl struggle to adapt to life in 1930s Los Angeles while still bound to old customs, as they face discrimination and confront a life-altering secret. Shanghai Girls is a fresh, fascinating adventure from beloved and bestselling author Lisa See.
Helen Ames is a popular writer living in Chicago. The sudden death of her husband has left her unmoored and she relies increasingly on her daughter to get her through daily life. News that her husband withdrew a large chunk of their retirement money has put Helen on a quest to find out what happened. Berg writes a beautiful and graceful novel of one woman’s journey of self-discovery and healing.
Since becoming a tax-supported district, we have been able to expand our facilities and services by improving our Adult Division with increasing our collection and programming. Our Adult and Youth services at our centralized downtown location are augmented by the convenience of our Alton Square Mall Branch location. We also reach out to the community through our Homebound Program, making the Hayner Public Library facilities and services accessible to all District Residents.