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2018 BOOK SALEIt’s almost here!! The event you’ve been waiting for — the 2018 Annual Lincoln City Libraries Book Sale! Mark your calendars and make your plans to bring your friends and family to the Lancaster Events Center, 4100 S. 84th Street. The weekly schedule includes:

• Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Pre-Sale fundraising event is Wednesday, October 10, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets for this fundraising event can be purchased at foundationforlcl.org and are $50 per person, which includes a sandwich and soft drink. Tickets can also be purchased at the door the day of the event for $60 per person.

There will be something for everyone at this tremendous sale! Books for all ages, including large type, collectible books, cookbooks, and a special children’s area. If you’ve never been there before, you’re not going to believe it! Great quality, including every genre. Recorded and sheet music. Movies, CDs, and so much more! It will be good to see all who make this an annual event! All proceeds of the sale, are returned to Lincoln City Libraries to enable them to better able to serve our citizens….Free of Charge!

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Help the Nebraska Literary Heritage Associationcelebrate by attending…

the 31st Annual Literary Heritage Award&

the 34th Annual Adult Spelling Bee

Emceed by John Baylor

Wednesday, September 26, 20186P Doors Open | 7P Festivities Begin

Single Barrel | 10th & P Streets | Lincoln, NE

Spectators $15 (17 & younger free) | Spellers $15Sponsors $50, $100, or $150

Sign-up & Pay | www.foundationforlcl.org

Questions? Call: (402) 441-8516 | Email: nlhaspellingbee@gmail.com

Proceeds benefit the Jane Pope Geske Heritage Roomof Nebraska Authors. This unique resource is located

in Bennett Martin Public Library.

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It’s the Heritage Room’s 50th anniversary!

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NLHANebraska Literary Heritage AssociationNLHA provides support for the Jane Pope Geske Heritage Room of Nebraska Authors

AUTHOR ADVENTURE — CELEBRATING ONE BOOK,ONE NEBRASKAOn Thursday, June 7, from 5:30-7:00 p.m., over fifty people enjoyed an N.L.H.A. Author Adventure graciously hosted by Board Member Karen Kunc at her Constellation Studios, 2055 O St, Lincoln.

Activities included:

• A chance to print your own copy of a poem on Karen Kunc’s printing press

• Picking up a hand-printed keepsake poem from the anthology

• Listening to a dozen poets read their poems from Nebraska Presence: An Anthology of Poetry, the 2018 One Book, One Nebraska selection. Among the readers were Grace Bauer, Marilyn Dorf, Charlene Neely, Amy Plettner, Marge Saiser, Kim Tedrow, and David Wyatt. Editor Mark K. Stillwell read a poem by Ted Kooser and editor Greg Kosmicki read one of his poems.

• Mingling with old friends and new over wine and hors d’oeuvres

• Looking at the colorful prints on the gallery walls

• Browsing and purchasing a selection of books by Nebraska authors brought in for the occasion by Indigo Bridge Books

Future Author Adventures are being planned for fall 2018 and spring 2019.

Contact Kathy Johnson, Chair, N.L.H.A. Author Adventures Committee if you would like to be notified about future Author Adventures. kjohnson6@unl.edu

Karen Kunc prints a poem on her press.

CURATOR’S CORNERBy Erin Willis

It has been an honor and pleasure to be trusted with the care and curation of the Jane Pope Geske Heritage Room of Nebraska Authors. When I started this job more than 3 years ago, I was overwhelmed by the history and significance of this collection. My time in the Heritage Room has only deepened my regard for the community that works to honor, celebrate and preserve Nebraska’s literary heritage.

The collective energies of Lincoln City Libraries and the Nebraska Literary Heritage Association have made the Heritage Room an increasingly valuable resource in Nebraska and beyond. The programs established by LCL and NLHA, including Lunch at the Library, the John H. Ames Reading Series, the Spelling Bee, and the Annual Meeting, have cultivated a community of readers who are steeped in the history and culture of Nebraska.

Collaborative efforts with community organizations, including Nebraska 150 Books and the recent launch of NebraksaAuthors.org, have invigorated the Heritage Room and drawn widespread attention to the great books produced by our local authors. The legacy of the Nebraska authors is enhanced and strengthened by these efforts. I am proud to have been a part of these projects and I look forward to seeing future NLHA initiatives!

As I conclude my tenure in the Heritage Room, I can’t leave without sharing my appreciation for the time I have spent with this collection. I have enjoyed every opportunity to meet and know the fascinating people who make up Nebraska’s literary community. My professional and personal life has been enriched through the experience of working with NLHA Board Members, LCL staff and patrons who share a passion for our shared literary culture.

Thank you to all of my colleagues, friends and supporters who have made me feel welcome and appreciated in the Heritage Room. I look forward to returning often as a patron!

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LIBRARIES = SERVICEWe can all sleep very soundly thanks to the men and women of the Nebraska Army & Air National Guard! Thanks to Captain Doug Carlson, the Friends of Lincoln City Libraries committee had a unique opportunity to tour the Nebraska National Guard base in Lincoln and were truly amazed with what we all learned. We owe a debt of gratitude to all who are serving and have served to ensure that Nebraskans are protected. Major General Daryl Bohac and Captain Carlson met with the group, answered all our questions, and showed us the state-of-the-art facility that serves as the control center for services such as those needed in natural disasters and for military training.

The Nebraska National Guard has a long history of being embedded in Nebraska communities. In fact, the Nebraska National Guard has been in 109 different communities and currently in 23 from Chadron to Omaha. If you see a Soldier or Airman in Lincoln, you are most likely looking at a Nebraska National Guard member.

This community-based force, made up of 4600 Soldiers, Airmen, and state employees, has a federal and state mission. The federal mission is to prepare and deliver combat ready forces for combatant commanders while the state mission is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of our state. The Nebraska National Guard has provided combat capabilities by deploying over 11,000 times since Sept 11th while conducting domestic operations such as hurricane support in Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. The Nebraska National Guard is ready and able to answer the call for Nebraska and the nation.

Nebraska’s military personnel have chosen a life of service on our behalf. Lincoln City Libraries’ Librarians and staff have also chosen a life of service to ensure that we are able to access the world through our Libraries. Our thanks go out to all these dedicated fellow Nebraskans!

BOOK SALE VOLUNTEERJoin the Fun! You, too, can volunteer at the book sale and join this fun group of Parrot Heads, Friends members, and other who helped throughout the book sale week in 2017. The annual book sale is held at the Lancaster Event Center, 4100 N. 84th Street. Volunteers are needed throughout the week to help set-up and during the days of the book sale to help with customer service, restocking tables, and so much more. Bring your friends, neighbors, and relatives and if you belong to a group, like the Parrott Heads, they are welcome, too! To volunteer, please visit our website foundationforlcl.org, email foundationforlcl@gmail.com, or call 402-441-0164.

Captain Doug Carlson with future Air Force pilots, Walter and Everett Putensen, grandsons of board member Kathie Putensen HERITAGE ROOM EVENTS

September 26, Wednesday, 6 p.m. at Single Barrell: Spelling Bee in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of the Heritage Room of Nebraska Authors; BEE starts at 7 p.m.

NLHA's Lunch at the Library began in 1996 and continues to offer interesting speakers over the lunch hour on the dates below. Bring your lunch to the 4gh floor of Bennett Martin Public Library and enjoy hearing from authors about books and other topics in the Library world. Coffee is provided thanks to The Mill.

October 3, Wednesday, 12:10 p.m. at Bennett Martin with Dr. Peter Longo

November 7, Wednesday, 12:10 p.m. at Bennett Martin with Mary K. Stillwell

December 5, Wednesday, 12:10 p.m. at Bennett Martin with Vicki Wood

October 21, Sunday, 2 p.m. in the Jane Pope Geske Heritage Room of Nebraska Authors: John Ames Reading Series with Joel Green reading Robber's Cave: Truths, Legends, Recollections; Call (402) 441-8516 for information.

FRIENDSof Lincoln City Libraries

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COFFEE ON THE DOCK AT THE MILLThe weather was perfect! The coffee delicious! It was Memorial Day and the crowd was excited to hear the BIG NEWS…the three finalist titles of the 2018 One Book One Lincoln community reading program. The books included: Beartown by Fredrik Backman; Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann; and Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. Beartown explores the hopes that bring a small community together, the secrets that tear it apart, and the courage it takes for an individual to go against the grain. Killers of the Flower Moon is the historical account of the killing off of the Osage tribe and the beginnings of the FBI. Together with the Osage, the FBI agents began to expose one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history. Little Fires Everywhere is the fictional story of a placid, progressive suburb of Cleveland and explores secrets and relationships in this perfectly planned community.

Readers have been busy this summer reading and submitting their choice for the winner, which will be announced in September. The fun continues this fall with activities surrounding the chosen books. Please mark your calendars and join the following discussion opportunities:

• September 16, 2 p.m., Bennett Martin Public Library, 14th & N for the Understanding Cross-Cultural and Cross- Racial Adoptions program. Program leader Catherine Howard is an adoption social worker with experience assisting families with cross-cultural and cross-racial adoptions. Learn about the adoption process and special counseling given to prospective parents in cross-cultural and cross-racial adoptions.

• September 23, 2 p.m., Gere Branch Library History of the Osage Nation. L. Kilan Jacobs is a Tribal Research Assistant at the Osage Nation Historic Preservation office in Oklahoma will discuss the history and culture of the Osage Nation.

• September 30 at 2 p.m., Walt Branch Library, 6701 S. 14th Street, Morgan B., an advocate at Voices of Hope, Lincoln’s crisis center that supports survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related forms of abuse, will present Offering Hope and Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence. This presentation will help us learn about how we can support victims of sexual violence and the community resources available in Lincoln to assist the victims.

One Book One Lincoln has been a very successful program over the last 16 years. If you’re interested in reading past winners, please visit Lincoln City Libraries’ One Book One Lincoln page for the complete list. If you’re interested in participating in next year’s program, please contact Barbara Hansen, at 402-441-8512 for additional information. Throughout the year, if you want to nominate your favorite book, there is a nomination form on the Libraries’ website, www.lincolnlibraries.org.

Thanks to Dan and Tamara Sloan and their staff at The Mill for hosting this really fun event!

Adam Kroft one of the foundation members of Red Thread enjoys his coffee with Dan Sloan, a Foundation Trustee, and the host of this great event.

Diana Schimek is one of the first to check-out one of the chosen titles from Librarian Katie Murtha.

2018 One Book One Lincoln winner isKillers of the Fallen Moon by David Grann

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PLEASE JOIN US IN THANKING A FEW OF OUR 2018 SPONSORS! OUR SPONSORS ARE COMMITTED TO OUR COMMUNITY AND TO LINCOLN CITY LIBRARIES AND ARE GREAT PLACES TO WORK!

2018 SPONSORS WINE & E SPONSORS

For over 65 years, Sampson Construction has built its reputation for integrity by serving as a trusted partner in commercial construction. Every client’s need becomes our uncompromising standard of success. Sampson Construction is capable for any project and personally involved to make sure it's done right. Whether it’s a hospital, an educational facility, religious space, or even Memorial Stadium, we intend to continue the tradition of quality, fairness, and integrity. Our values and passion guide and inspire us to be a long-term partner in the communities in which we live and work.

We are committed to enhancing our growing community and proud to support the Foundation for Lincoln City Libraries.

NAI FMA Realty has been shaping the Lincoln commercial real estate landscape since 1961. As a family-owned and operated full service commercial real estate firm, NAI FMA has evolved to become Lincoln’s leading provider of third-party real estate property management, facility maintenance, lease administration and brokerage services. Driven by an innovative spirit and unwavering commitment to excellence, NAI FMA strives to exceed our client’s expectations and build relationships based on trust with a common goal of long-term success.

NAI FMA Realty is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the community where we live and work. We are committed leaders and active volunteers, generously donating our time and talent which is why we are proud to support our Lincoln City Libraries.

Pat LeachJane Hood

Rhonda Seacrest

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Anderson LibraryLegacy Retirement Communities

Begin with BooksMark CubanErin Ebeler-Rolf

Central LibraryWill Sheehan

Heritage Room EndowmentVirginia KnollTom & Meredith McGowanDaniel Simon

Polley Music Library EndowmentMarySue Harris

Other SupportCommunity Service FundHildegard Center for the ArtsSimply BungalooWoods & Aitken2018 SponsorsAmeritas Life Insurance Corp.Cheever Construction CompanyFriedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O.Jane HoodMerrill LynchThe MillOlsson AssociatesPinnacle BankPittenger & AndersonRealty WorksSampson Construction Co., Inc.Rhonda Seacrest

2018 Wine & E SponsorsNebraska National Guard FoundNAI FMA RealtyUnion Bank & Trust Co.Pat LeachWoods & Aitken

In Honor Of...Morrie TuttleTom & Meredith McGowan

OTHER DONORS

DONORS

FRIENDSof Lincoln City Libraries

First Edition ($2,500+)Ed & Maggie BatesKathie PutensenEd & Sue Tricker

Epic ($1,000-$2,499)Pat Leach

Best Seller ($500-$999)Andrew CanoCurt & Kandy DenkerMick & Lisa HaleBarb Hansen

Novel ($250-$499)Catherin ChiaAlison KnudsenTim & Katie MurthaJulie ReinwaldSusan Steider

Short Story ($100-$249)Kate AdamsNancy AndersonErin BlankenshipAllison BrownBethany BrunsmanDavid CaryTeresa ClarkGeoff & Kristen ClineCyntha DavisChip & Lisa DeBuseMichelle Farley & Doug CarlsonTami FrankPatrick GansThomas & Nancy Hove-GraulJessica GreenwaldEdmund HamannBrent HansonRandall HinrichsGunter Hofmann & Judy JohnsonCon & Barbara KeatingKelli LemonsGregory LudvikSara LutherCynthia MadduxAnn MartinezRobert McCammonRobert McMaster & Maureen OseSara MorganMarna MunnMark & Susan MusickFrancine OranSusan PtacekMike & Julie Robinson

Chad & Hallie SalemSusan SchoenDanielle SmithTedde TaegeLindsay TillinghastPete & Karina UhingAngela UnruhJudy WalkerCraig & Liz WanamakerMichelle WelchCortney Young

Book Lover ($50-$99)Sara AlcornMarge AndersonRebecca BarnesWilliam BarreraShannon BinkleyBrian & Candiss BockDavid & Anita BreckbillNancy BuschAmy Cassner-SemsErnesto CastilloPenni CummingsJennifer DavisLeslie DelseroneErin DuerrNancy EscamillaElaine GelberHeath GeweckeMichael HansonMatt & Judy HarveyGwen HurstPeter & Kim JorgensenElizabeth LorangMeagan MooreEllen PaparozziJames PurtzerMax ReinerKaren RoweKhalid SayoodLarry SchererElizabeth Walter-SheaApril StevensonRuss & Glenda TetenSandy WackerKaran WillsJulie WolfNicole Zink

Book Worm ($25-$49)Andre AmanMelissa BaileyJillian BostonBruce & Karrie DvorakTamara GiesmannWilliam & Donna GustafsonErin HallCarolyn HarpMiriam HeiderNick HernandezMark & Jane Holt

Glenda MooreKristi PetersCharles & Laureen RiedeselSunshine RobertsCandace SchweigerJennifer SnyderRenee SobotkaSuzanne Wise

2018 MEMBERS (MARCH 2018+)

In Memory Of...Jason & Jennifer MulvaneyJan ReidMyrtle GrantCornhusker Doll ClubJanet ElsasserJerry HeilenRoger TupperStacie Walton

Karen ColleranKathleen AndersenDale & Lori Schafer BuschMary Jane ColleranKathleen DuganScott & Sara KeeneGail McNairKimberly MunnisMichael & Linda Spurrier

Heritage Room Endowment in Memory of Dolores MatherMarlo & Jean BurgGerry CoxDouglas JoseMarjorie McClainTom & Meredith McGowanCharlotte MillerJames MowbrayCarla PetreyGale & Julie PokornyRonald & Camilla Svoboda

Heritage Room Endowment in Memory of Amy TuttleMarilyn AdamsAlene Anderson-SwinehartRichard BagbySamuel & Nancy BartelsJ.F. & Kathryn BellmanDick & Sue BoswellLee CarlinDonald & Helen CarnesDavid & Mary CaudyDavid & Patricia ChengElizabeth ChengCarol ConnorJohn & Margaret ConwayJames & Judith CookLaurel DavidsonLeilani DunbierEarl Betty DyerFirst Plymouth Book ClubMolly & Gerald FisherHerb & Kathy FriedmanKenny & Dorothy GettmanJan GradwohlJeffrey GratzMichael & Joyce GreenfieldEd & Priscilla GrewRobert & Natalie GrossmanWilliam & Donna Gustafson

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Laura HatfieldRalph HaydenGunter Hofmann & Judy JohnsonJane HoodGwen HurstBruce & Barb JohnsonKathie JohnsonKathleen JohnsonVirginia KnollVicki LettowW. Stewart & Claudia LiversBobbie & Jamie MagnusonShirley MalyRonald Madelyn MassieTom & Meredith McGowanGail McNairRussell & Sherylyn MillerDaniel MitchellC. Richard & Nancy MorrisMichael MullenRobert & Phyllis NarvesonSharon NemethPaul OlsonDelayne & Joyce PeckPatricia PetersonGerald & Lois PoppeRonald & Ann RamseyBob & Mary Lou ReevesPaul & Rosemary ReinschHope SassLarry & Willie ShaferDavid & Donna TaylorKatherine WalterGeorge WolfThaddeus Woods & Deanna ArmstrongJames & Laura WoodsonJohn & Sara YoungBethanie Zager

2018 Give to Lincoln Day: Children’s LiteracyJane AalborgMarge AndersonRichard BagbyRich BaileyTeresa BaileyLaura BakerPam BakerMike & Laura BaumgartnerBruce & Liz BavitzSharon BennettBob & Jeanne BishopJack & Sally CampbellBrian & Tersa ChaffinLaura ChapmanTruong ChongMark & Laurie Witters-ChurchillHeidi ClarkeAaron & Alissa CloughBarbara DiBernardBob & Donna DiPaoloRoss DroogsmaSony Ekart & Rong KallhoffDiane ElyDick & Katherine EndacottEmily EuckerMichelle Farley & Doug CarlsonPolly FeisAlan Frank & Barbara JohnsonKarl & Mary Lous FredricksonJessica FeemanHerb & Kathy FriedmanChuck & Pat FriesenDonna Lee GouldRegy & Kay Green

Norman & Ruth GriswoldSanford Grossbart & Priscilla HenkelmanJohn & Mancy HaesslerMick & Lisa HaleJim & Laurie HaszardRoy HelmNorm & Linda HelzerPeter & Wynn HjermstadRichard & Kay HoffPatti HollowayMark & Jane HoltFred & Julie HoppeWendy HoracekBarbara JaacobsonJim JohnsonJoe & Rita KeanScott & Sara KeeneMarissa KempMatt & Jennifer KirklandJeff Kirkpatrick & Glenda PierceCarolyn KittererKevin & Diane KleinCeleste KnapperVirginia KnollKen & Liz KoopTed Kooser & Kathleen RutledgeDiane KrajjcekElaine KruseEvelyn KubertAndrew & Karen KuhnPeter & Nancy LarimerPat LeachLucy LienLacey LoshRichard & Wilda LyonsElizabeth MakowskiTodd & Robin MartinLauri MartinezDan & Donna MarvinDenise MatulkaBryce & Samantha McBrideMike & Maggie McgowanKatie McLeese StephensonJessica McMullenGail McNairJoseph edunaKari MorganMike & Lynn MurmanMarilyn NelsonChris & Melissa NewtonCarolyn NolteJane NyffelerSheppard & Marlene PerkinsKarman PsotaKathie PutensenRon & Julie RosburgHerb & DiAnna SchimekNan Schweiger & Lamont RichardsTim & Julie ShawArpi SiyahianShirley Sneve & Thomas RickersChris & Heather SteffensDiane SteinkeGene & Kristen StohsMaryRuth SundermanHeather ThomasArt & Carol ThompsonRonell TitsworthEd & Sue TrickerGeorge & Mary Lynn TuckLaura UridilMonica VanceAnne VidaverKevin & Boots WailesSandra Wallick

DarRell & Lois WattsJennifer WemhoffKatherine WielechowskiRoss & Judy WilcoxMike WortmanRay & Carolyn Zeisset

WINE & E SECTION:

Wine & E Event DonationCarol ConnorArt & Rosemary DobsonTerry FairfieldMichelle Farley & Doug CarlsonMartha Ellen FlorenceThomas & Nancy Hove-GraulNorman & Ruth GriswoldRank & Liz HilsabeckSkip & Ellan HoveBarb JacobsonKen & Liz KoopCarrie LamphereDavid & Marilyn MooreJames & Debra PotterBenjamin & Barbara RaderCecilia RuleyLarry & Margaret SmallJim & Marlene WagnerAlbert & Lea Weiss

Wine & E Auction DonorsJane AalborgAdventure GolfAkala JewelryKen & Pat BackemeyerDr. Dustin BaileyMargaret BerryBike RackBryan LifePointeBryan LifePointe SpaButterfly BakeryDoug & Mary CampbellCarmela’s Bistro & Wine Bar/ Marci DavisonBrian ChaffinChase the Spirit of Dance/ Bob & Stephanie ChaseClassic Styles, Kelley Peterson & Tammy BurnettClear Vision Eye CareFrosty CritchfieldDavid Clark FramingDeer Springs WineryDel Gould MeatsDishEarl May GardensDoug Carlson & Michelle FarleyHerb FriedmanMonica FrankAmanda GarrettGlacial Till WineryAlex GordonGraham TireJessica GreenwaldJulee HammerLilli HansHarrah’s Council BluffsHofeling EnterprisesJane HoodJohn & Susan HoppeHyVeeBeth ImigInteriors by JoanPat JaacksBarbara JacobsonGreg Jensen

Jilly’s Socks ‘n SuchJohn Phillip Falter MuseumJohn Wachter/Heartland Window ServiceJohnny Manhattan Orchestra, John TavlinJudy JohnsonK9 StylingKansas City RoyalsKLKN TVLiz & Ken KoopTed KooserLa Belle LavandeLe CupcakeLiberty Lawn & Landscape/ Doug McIntoshLincoln Community PlayhouseCindy LoveLuLuBee Chocolates, Gaylene SteinbachMadonna ProActiveMai Place/Mai NguyenMike & Maggie McGowanGail McNairNebraska AthleticsNebraska DiamondNothing Bundt CakesJane NyfflerOlsson AssociatesOmaha Children’s MuseumOmaha Community PlayhouseSally O’NeillPerformance AircraftSheppard & Marlene PerkinsPinnacle BankPrairie LifePure Barre/Bob & Stephanie ChaseKathie PutensenDee RadekJudye & Joe RuffoCarol & Don RundquistSafehouse WineryShane & Sunny Portrait ArtistsSusan ScottRyan Sothan9 South CharGrillSpring Creek Prairie Audubon CenterStem GalleryApril StevensonStockwell PharmacyBrian SundermanThe Funky SistersThe HabitatThe Mill/Dan & Tamara SloanThe Rose TheaterMary Riepma Ross Media Arts CenterThe StillThe Venue/Piedmont BistroAnn & Dwayne ThompsonTrader Joe’sEd & Sue TrickerUrban TrailsValentino’sNicole Battelle Van HookSusan & Spence VannemanWild Bird HabitatWilderness RidgeKim WisemanPat Wiseman YMCAMarge Young

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NEW ELECTRONICS IN YOUR LIBRARYTechnology and Libraries! Both are becoming more important in today’s world. Thanks to many, the annual Foundation for Lincoln City Libraries Wine & E … supporting technology in Lincoln City Libraries will provide additional funding for enhancing technology in our Libraries. This fun event was held on Thursday, April 19 at the Country Club of Lincoln. FLCL Executive Director, Gail McNair, presented Pat Leach, Lincoln City Libraries’ Director, a check for over $209,000, which represented board activities of 2017, including the annual book sale, the Wine & E, Coffee on The Dock at the Mill, as well as through established endowments. The Foundation’s mission is to enhance the Libraries’ programs and services that are provided free-of-charge to every citizen with a library card — and those are free, too.

A highlight of the evening was the awarding of the first Library Star Award, newly created by the board to recognize an individual or organization who is committed to and has provided outstanding service to the Foundation and to our Libraries. Kathie Putensen, nominated by her fellow library volunteers, is the first recipient of this prestigious honor. Kathy received an etched crystal star and a check for $1,000 which she directed to the NLHA Endowment Fund in support of the Heritage Room and to the Library program, “Begin with Books,” which partners with Lincoln medical organizations to provide training to caregivers and books to children 0 to 5. This honor is a small token of our appreciation for all Kathie does through the year in support of our libraries.

Close to 200 guests enjoyed App-E Hour, where they had their photos taken in libraries throughout the world — through technology, of course. The event also included Artisan Pizza and, thanks to the generosity of many individuals and businesses throughout the area, a silent auction featuring many distinct and unique items. Proceeds will be used to purchase new electronic books, equipment, and materials.

Electronic gadgets are becoming the norm in our world — including the library world. People of all ages are accessing books through new formats — iPads, Kindles, and Nooks to only mention a few. These electronic options are creating much excitement in the library world, and are also “crunching” tight budgets as libraries struggle to meet the growing demands of library users. This new technology is enabling our libraries to connect with our citizens locally, as well as internationally. Thanks to strong community support, Lincoln City Libraries are able to meet the growing needs of our citizens and the community.