March brings new youth services librarian, student art show, and more
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library
New MDL Youth Services Librarian, Stacia Serafin
The Manchester District Library is delighted to welcome a new staff member this month. Stacia Serafin will come on board as the new MDL Youth Services Librarian on March 1st. Stacia received her undergraduate degree from Siena Heights University and will complete her master’s degree in Science and Information at the University of Michigan in May. Most recently, she comes to us from an internship within the public services and youth department at the Ann Arbor District Library. She enjoys singing, knitting, and walking her two dogs—Moyer and Layla.
Ms. Stacia will introduce an all-new Preschool Story Time format for ages 1 to 5 on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 am. She will have a theme for the whole week, so feel free to choose one or attend both days. A brand-new Baby Story Time with Ms. Stacia will offer read-aloud, singing, and free play for ages 0 to 24 months on Thursdays at 1 pm.
After 16 fun-filled years serving as MDL’s Youth Services Librarian, Ms. Karen will step into a new role and take on new responsibilities in the library. Be sure to stop by the front desk and say hello!
In addition to new youth programming, MDL will also host the annual Manchester High School Art Show this month. Join us for a special open house event on Friday, March 13 from 6-8 pm, or drop in anytime during the library’s regular hours March 14-26 to view the student artwork on display.
Finally, we do still have a few spots available for our Paint & Take class on Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 pm. We’re hosting Bethany Stone of The Painted Owl art studio for a simple painting project — a fun St. Patrick’s Day gnome on a 12-inch piece of wood. The design will be pre-sketched; all you need to do is follow step-by-step instructions to paint it. Cost for the class is $15 and advance registration is required. To see a sample of a finished project and register, visit www.thepaintedowl89.com and browse Upcoming Workshops.
Our next family movie matinee will be Frozen II, the further adventures of the Snow Queen Elsa, Elsa’s kind-hearted and optimistic sister Anna, the comedic snowman Olaf, and mountain guru Kristoff as they venture deep into the forest to discover the truth about an ancient and legendary mystery. Screen time in the Village Room is noon on Saturday, March 7; snacks will be provided.
Regular programming also continues in March, including Young Readers Book Club (weekly, Mondays), Tea Time (3/3), Writers’ Support Group (3/4 and 3/18), Adult Book Discussion (3/18), and more. See page 3 for a complete list of March programming by date.
MANCHESTER DISTRICT LIBRARY MARCH EVENTS
Manchester High School Art Show March 14-26
Monday, March 2–4 pm Young Readers Book Club
Tuesday, March 3–10:30am Preschool Story Time: Jungle; 2 pm Tea Time
Wednesday, March 4–7 pm Writers’ Support Group
Thursday, March 5–1 pm Baby Story Time; 1 pm Intro to Overdrive; 6:30 pm Paint & Take w/The Painted Owl
Friday, March 6–10:30 am Preschool Story Time: Jungle
Saturday, March 7–12 noon Family Movie Matinee: Frozen II
Monday, March 9–4 pm Young Readers Book Club; 6:30 pm Beekeeping Club
Tuesday, March 10–10:30 am Preschool Story Time: Cleanup/Messy
Thursday, March 12–1 pm Baby Story Time
Friday, March 13–10:30 am Preschool Story Time: Cleanup/Messy; 6 pm MHS Art Show Open House
Monday, March 16–4 pm Young Readers Book Club
Tuesday, March 17–10:30 am Preschool Story Time: Spring
Wednesday, March 18–7 pm Adult Book Discussion: The Feather Thief; 6:30 pm Family History Guild Meeting; 7 pm Writers’ Support Group
Thursday, March 19–1 pm Baby Story Time; 1 pmTech Help Desk
Friday, March 20–10:30 am Preschool Story Time: Spring
Saturday, March 21–2 pm Family History Guild Lock-in
Monday, March 23–4 pm Young Readers Book Club; 7 pm MDL Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 24–10:30 am Preschool Story Time: Bugs
Thursday, March 26–1 pm Baby Story Time
Friday, March 27–10:30 am Preschool Story Time: Bugs
Monday, March 30–No Young Readers Book Club due to MCS Spring Break
Tuesday, March 31–No Preschool Story Time due to MCS Spring Break
March 2, 2020 Editor’s note: the calendar has been updated to show the Family History Guild Lockin on March 21 instead of March 14
March 9, 2020 Editors note: the calendar has been updated to show that the Family History Guild Meeting has been moved from Tuesday, March 17th to Wednesday, March 18 to accommodate a special guest speaker who will present on FIND A GRAVE, a volunteer organization that photographs headstones and gathers biographical information when available as a resource for local genealogical research
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