Public School Started August 26th

E-Newsletter of the Lake Benton Public LibrarySeptember 2021Hi! I’m your friendly librarybookworm. I love to help theLibrary Ladies choose books,movies, and audiobooks to put outeach month. Watch for my sectionlater in this newsletter. It will tellyou about some of my favoritetitles coming out this month. Seeyou soon.Lake BentonPublic Schoolstarted August 26thIn This Issue: Outreach Adult book club Fiber Guild Hours , address,email Summer ReadingProgram thankyou Bookworm picks

2Friday Morning Fun,Every Friday,10-11 A.M.Sept. & Oct. TopicsSept. 17thBOOKS ARE FUNSept. 24thFALL-AUTUMNMore detailson page 12Oct. 1stFIRE SAFETYOct. 8thPUMPKINSOct. 15thSPIDERSOct. 22ndSCARECROWSOct. 29thHALLOWEENFriday Morning Fun programs aretailored to younger children but areopen to everyone!

3Friday MorningPreschool Fun!!10:00A.M.-11:00A.M.START date isSeptember 17th, 2021

4The next meeting isSeptember 13th, 2021at 10:00A.M.The book to be discussed is“Sonoma Rose:”By Jennifer ChiaveriniThe next book lined up for bookclub is“This Tender Land “By William Kent Krueger

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6Hot reads to warm the cooling nightsLibrary LettersHere is a synopsis of a few great titleswe have for in September:Our friendly library bookworm has picked some hot new titles, this month, which are perfectfor warming up the cooling nights. Stop in to check these out soon.Incredible nonfiction:“A Woman of No Importance,” by Sonia Purnell – Virginia Hall was one of the greatest spiesin American history, yet no one has heard of her. Hall hated being the center of attentionand was not even acknowledged for her role in winning WWII until after her death. Throughmeticulous research and detailed journalism, Purnell tells Hall’s story.Fantastic Fiction: (due to be released in Mid-September)“Apples Never Fall,” by Liane Moriarty – The Delaneys are one big happy family—or so itappears. When Mom and Dad let a broken and battered stranger into their home, the tinycracks in the family’s veneer begins to grow larger. Mom is suddenly missing, as is thestranger, and Dad is the prime suspect. Now the four grown children are split down the middle on who’s really to blame for Mom’s being gone. As they look for answers, the family willalso be forced to reexamine their shared family history in a very new light.Hot reads for Teens and ‘Tweens:“The Endling Trilogy” Books1-3 by Katherine Applegate – Byx is the youngest of her pack,which are members of a mystical, magical dog-like species that has been hunted to near extinction. After the rest of her pack is killed, and Byx fears she is the last, she begins thesearch for a safe haven. Along the way she meets new allies, animal and human alike, whohave their own reasons for joining her quest. The unlikely group faces untold dangers atevery turn and finds more than they bargained for along the way.Children’s Choices:“Fox & Rabbit,” by Beth Ferry – In this graphic novel series for young readers, Fox and Rabbit are total opposites, but they are also the perfect match. Young readers can follow themas they discover new favorites and face new challenges and learn that, together, there’snothing they can’t do.Digital Delights:“The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard” (DVD) – Bodyguard Michael Bryce and hitman Darius Kincaid are back on another life-threatening mission. Still unlicensed and under scrutiny, Bryceis forced into action by Darius's even more volatile wife, the infamous international con artist Sonia Kincaid. As Bryce is driven over the edge by his two most dangerous protectees,the trio get in over their heads in a global plot and soon find that they are all thatstand between Europe and a vengeful and powerful madman. A cast filled withbig-name stars promises action, adventure and thrills!We have a number of other new titles coming out in September as well. Don’tmiss out on these hot titles to warm the cooling nights.

7Bookworm has some great newtitles for everyone this month.Incredible Adult Nonfiction:The Last Castle by Denise KiernanA Woman of No Importance by Sonia PurnellFantastic Adult Fiction:Enemy At The Gates by Vince FlynnApples Never Fall by Liane MoriartyHot reads for teens and ‘tweens:The Seeker’s Trilogy Books 1-3 by K.A. RileyThe Endling Trilogy Books1-3 by Katherine ApplegateCHildren’s CHoiCes:King & Kayla and The Case of the Unhappy Neighbor by Dori Hillestad ButlerKing & Kayla and the Case of the Mysterious Mouse by Dori Hillestad ButlerFox & Rabbit by Beth ferry Graphic novelFox & Rabbit Celebrate by Beth ferry Graphic novelDigital Delights:Spirit Untamed: The Movie DVDThe Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard DVDThe Final Cut & The Lost Key by Catherine Coulter AudiobookForever Odd by Dean Koontz Audiobook

8Fiber GuildWhen: Tuesdays 2-4PMWhere: Lake Benton PublicLibraryWho: Everyone Welcome!!Bring your own projectOr work on our ongoingprojects!

9New online resources availablethrough Plum CreekSummer is nearly over, and it is time to begin thinking about back toschool and fall and winter projects. Plum Creek recently added new databases to our resources to better serve our DIY patrons.Scholastic: We have talked about the Scholastic resources before. PlumCreek continues to offer BookFlix, ScienceFlix and the Watch and Learnresources, which are perfect for elementary and homeschooling classrooms. We recently added new Scholastic resources to serve our patronseven better. Check out TrueFlix, resources to supplement science and social studies curricula and FreedomFlix, which brings American history tolife. Teachers and homeschooling parents can also use Teachables, educator-created and expert-vetted teaching materials, such as back-toschool themed activities, social and emotional lessons and printable mini-books for every grade.New EBSCO Databases: Plum Creek recently added four new EBSCO databases. Find out how to service and repair nearly any automobilethrough the Auto Repair Source. Search Consumer Reports for productinformation and reviews to make the best choices available. Use the Legal Information Reference Center to find free legal advice and informationon nearly any legal matter. Need a good suggestion for your next book?Check out the NoveList Plus database to find books and audiobooks similar to ones you already enjoy.Creativebug: Do you enjoy crafting? Want to learn new crafting techniques? Take FREE classes through our Creativebug service. From painting, to cosmetics, to needlework, to leather projects, Creativebug offersclasses for all ages and all skill levels in a variety of DIY projects. Learnto make your own soap and beauty supplies. Discover sewing hacks.Find projects to knit, crochet or embroider. There are even STEAM projects, such as making a crystal yeti or an animatronics owl.Learn more about any of these new resources out through our librarywebsite at https://www.plumcreeklibrary.org/lakebenton/. Members of anyPlum Creek library with an active library card can use any or all of theseresources. Contact Janine or Corinne at Lake Benton Public Library ifyou need help logging in or if you need a library card to get started.

10Thank youto all of our volunteers that helped with the Summerreading Program. We had a fantastic Summer!!!All of your volunteer work is greatlyappreciated.We at Lake Benton Public Library areso grateful for your hard work!Thank you for your time andpatience.We love our volunteers!Your help was so important to ourSummer Reading Program!Thank youFor everything you do, It means somuch to the Lake BentonPublic Library!!We'll never forget your hard work. Sincerely,Janine & Corinne

11Lake Benton Public Library Hours:Monday—Thursday 11:00A.M.-5:30P.M.Friday 10:00A.M.-5:30P.M.Saturday 9:00A.M.-12:00P.M.Director: Janine SchaapAssistant: Corinne Crowe(507)361-4641 Ext. 3lbdirector@plumcreeklibrary.netPO Box 377 110 East Benton St.Delivery days are typically Tuesdays &Fridays unless there is a holiday or badweather. Generally delivery items areready for pickup by 12:30P.M.

12Details for the Friday Morning Fun programsreturning in SeptemberLake Benton Elementary begins classes tomorrow, which means weare gearing up for the school year as well. Check out these fun programs coming in September and October.Friday Morning Fun programs take place every Friday Morning thatschool is in session. Preschoolers are invited to join us from 10 – 11a.m. for a fun story time that includes themed stories, activities,songs, crafts and snacks. Our first Friday Morning Fun program of theschool year will be on Sept. 17.Our planned themes will be as follows:Sept. 17 – Books are fun! - Celebrate reading and books with your favorite public library.Sept 24 – Fall/Autumn - Learn about the turning of the seasons.Oct. 1 – Fire Safety – Learn how to prevent fires and what to do if a firebreaks out in your home.Oct. 8 – Pumpkins – It’s pumpkin season! Learn all about these goldenglobes.Oct. 15 – Spiders – Spiders don’t have to be scary. The more you knowabout these helpful critters, the less scary they will be.Oct. 22 – Scarecrows – Learn about these garden and field friends.Oct. 29 – Halloween – It’s spooky season! Dress up in your Halloweencostume and enjoy fun Halloweeny stories and fun.While you and your littles are enjoying our Friday Morning Fun programs, check out our new children’s table and chairs set. The new furniture was purchased with grant money from the Lake Benton AreaFoundation.Friday Morning Fun programs take place through the school year. Incase of inclement weather, check our Facebook Page for schedulechanges and/or cancelations.

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The Final Cut & The Lost Key by Catherine Coulter Audiobook Forever Odd by Dean Koontz Audiobook . 8 Fiber Guild When: Tuesdays 2-4PM Where: Lake Benton Public Library Who: Everyone Welcome!! Bring your own project Or work on our ongoing projects! 9 New online resources available