MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Monday, Dec. 31 and Tuesday, Jan. 1. Story Hour The library hosts Story Hour every Friday at 10 a.m. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Hoopla Hoopla is a digital media service that allows patrons to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed from Sunday, Dec. 23 to Tuesday, Dec. 25. The staff at Bell Memorial Public Library wishes you and yours a very happy and safe holiday season. Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in December: Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a stroy, sing songs and make a craft. Do you need help wrapping Christmas gifts? Join the library from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, for …read more.

MENTONE — Join the Bell Memorial Public Library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Join the library at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, for the movie “Christmas at Holly Lodge.” Popcorn and beverages are provided. Have you heard of Hoopla? Hoopla is …read more.

MENTONE — The Tippecanoe Valley Miracle Tree is up again at Bell Memorial Public Library. Patrons looking for a good way to help support others in the community this holiday season can stop in to find out how to sponsor some of Valley’s kids this Christmas. Story Hour The library invites interested patrons to attend Story …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will hold the following events in November: The library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 22, for Thanksgiving. The staff at Bell Memorial Public Library want to wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving. Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in November: Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. The Tippecanoe Valley Miracle Tree is up again at Bell Memorial Public Library. If you’re looking for a good …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in November: Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Lego Club meets at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. Please join the library at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12, …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following programs in November: Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Join the library at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12, for Movie Monday. The library will be showing “Pumpkin Wars.” …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library has announced its week’s events. The library invites patrons to join its staff for Story Hour every Friday at 10 a.m. During Story Hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. On Sunday, Oct. 28, the library will host Creepy Cookie Decorating, beginning at 1:30 …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in the main lobby. Single titles are now free. The library invites patrons to join its staff for Story Hour every Friday at 10 a.m. During Story Hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. The library’s services include Hoopla, …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby, with single titles just $.10 each or 15 books for $1. The library invites patrons to attend story hour every Friday at 10 a.m. During story hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft.  Hoopla is a …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are $.10 each or 15 books for $1. Story Hour is held at 10 a.m. every Friday. During this event, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. During Kids & Teens Craft Day at 4 …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby and single titles are 10 cents each or 15 books for $1. Story Hour is held at 10 a.m. every Friday. During Story Hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. For anyone who hasn’t heard of …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 3, in observance of Labor Day. Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in our main lobby. Single titles are 10 cents each or 15 books for $1.  Join the library for story hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will hold the following events in August. The library is having a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are 10 cents each or 15 books for $1. Join the library for story hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in our main lobby. Single titles are 10 cents each or 15 books for $1.  Join us for Story Hour every Friday at 10 a.m. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. No Internet access at home? Let the Library help with …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in August: The library is having a book sale in the main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or five books for $1. Join the library for story hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in the main lobby. Single titles are $.25 each or five books for $1. The library also encourages patrons to attend story hour every Friday at 10 a.m. During this activity, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Memorial paving bricks for …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in July: The library is having a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or five books for $1. Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following programs in July: The library is having a book sale in the main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or five books for $1. Join us for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone is having a book sale in the main lobby.  Single titles are 25 cents each or five books for $1. The library invites patrons to Story Hour every Wednesday at 3 p.m. and every Friday at 10 a.m. During this activity, children will listen to a story, sing …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events: The library will be closed Wednesday, July 4. The library is hosting a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or five books for $1. Join the library for Story Hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and 10 …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in June: The library is closed on Sundays during the summer. Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or 5 books for $1. Join the library for Story Hour at 3 …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone has announced it’s upcoming programs for the week of June 15-21. Effective late last month, the library began closing on Sundays for the summer. Story Hour is scheduled for every Wednesday at 3 p.m. and every Friday at 10 a.m. During Story Hour, children will listen …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in June. The library will be closed on Sundays for the summer. Join the library for Story Hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. This year, the …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in June: The library will be closed on Sundays for the summer. Join the library for Story Hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. The Bell Memorial Public Library …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone will host the following programs in May: Beginning on Sunday, May 27, Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Sundays for the summer. The library will also be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day. Join us for Story Hour at 3 …read more.

MENTONE — Join the library for story hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. The Bell Memorial Public Library 2018 Summer Reading program begins Monday, June 4. It is open to all age groups. Sign-up begins Monday, May 21. This …read more.

MENTONE — Join the Bell Memorial Public Library for story hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft.  Movie Monday, join the Bell Memorial Public Library at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 14. Their feature film will be “A Country Wedding.” Popcorn and a beverage …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone’s Bell Memorial Public Library’s story hour is every Wednesday at 3 p.m. and every Friday at 10 a.m. During story hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. The library’s 2018 Summer Reading Program begine Monday, June 4. It is open to all age groups and sign-up beings …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation has been awarded a Community Read grant of $1,000 from Indiana Humanities to participate in a statewide read of the classic novel “Frankenstein.” More than 60 other communities will be reading the book as part of a program called One State / One Story: Frankenstein. In collaboration with Akron …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed Sunday, April 1 in observance of Easter. Join us for Story Hour at 3 p.m every Wednesday. and at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. For teens and young adults stuck at home during spring break and …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library has announced events for March: Story hour is scheduled for every Wednesday at 3 p.m. and every Friday at 10 a.m. During story hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Family movie day begins at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 10 and features the …read more.

The following events have been announced by the Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone: STORY HOUR — Join the library for story hour every Wednesday at 3 p.m. and every Friday at 10 a.m. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. KIDS AND TEENS — Join the library at 11 a.m. …read more.

MENTONE — The library will be closed Jan. 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. The staff at Bell Memorial Public Library wish you all a very Happy New Year. Story hour is held at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a …read more.

Join the library for story hour at 3 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. Fridays. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. There will be no story hour held on Dec. 20, 22, 27 or 29. Santa Claus is coming to Bell Memorial Public Library from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. …read more.

  MENTONE — Visit Bell Memorial Public Library for story hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children can listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Movie Monday is at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13. The featured film will be “Family Thanksgiving.” Popcorn and beverages will be …read more.

After her morning of teaching the youngsters at the preschool, Kindig makes her transition to the library where she organizes activities such as story times, kids’ crafts, LEGO club and holiday celebrations. She also is responsible for researching and ordering all the books for the children’s department, as well as making sure the area is fresh and welcoming to all who walk through the door.

MENTONE — Join the Bell Memorial Public Library for storytime at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and 10 a.m. every Friday. Children hear a story, play games, sing songs and do a craft. Looking for something fun to do with the kids?  Bring them to the library’s kids craft make-n-take event at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23. This …read more.

MENTONE — Join the Bell Memorial Public Library for story hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and every  10 a.m. evey Friday. Children hear a story, play games, sing songs and do a craft. Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Bring them to Kids Craft Make-n-Take Event at 11 a.m. on Saturday, …read more.

Shelly Krueger, Mentone, was recently named the new circulation manager at the Syracuse Public Library this summer. However, her new position does not even begin to scratch the surface of her various roles and community involvement.

MENTONE —Jack and Jill Preschool has been in Mentone United Methodist Church for 47 years but will soon be moving to a new location. The preschool is looking for help with the surprise costs of moving. Many preschools and daycares in the area have been shutting down, but Jack and Jill Preschool is determined not …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Youth Activity Coordinator and Adult Programming Coordinator, Bell Memorial Public Lirary Martial Arts Demonstration Rochester Family Martial Arts will be at Bell Library at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 2. The primary purpose of Martial Arts is to develop the techniques and discipline for protection in a self-defense situation. Try your hand at …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Youth Activity Coordinator and Adult Programming Coordinator, Bell Memorial Public Lirary Wood American Flag Make a wood flag. Our adult program for June we will make an American flag out of wood. Time and date is 6 p.m. June 28. Cost is $6 and you must sign up. There is a demo …read more.

The following are Bell Memorial Public Library’s programs for May. Starting on May 29, the library will be closed on Sundays until Sep. 4. Tea Cup Bird Feeder For the month of May, the library will be making a tea cup bird feeder for gardens. Made from tea cups and copper pipe, they are simple to …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Youth Activity Coordinator and Adult Programming Coordinator, Bell Memorial Public Lirary MENTONE — Upcoming events and programs at the Bell Memorial Public Library: Make a Butterfly Wreath Make a butterfly wreath. This is a simple project made with butterflies printed on cardstock and attached to a grapevine wreath. Cost for this program …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Youth Activities Coordinator and Adult Programming Coordinator, Bell Memorial Public Library MENTONE— News and upcoming events from Bell Memorial Public Library are as follows: Thank You To Pro Tree Service Our flag pole rope was broken and Pro Tree Service graciously donated their time and expertise to repair the rope and mount …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library MENTONE — The following activities are set to take place at the Bell Memorial Public Library, Mentone: Make a Recipe Potholder Make a recipe potholder. Pick your favorite family recipe, put it on fabric and sew it as a potholder. We will have several fabric options to choose …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library MENTONE — The following events are scheduled to take place this month at the Bell Memorial Public Library, Mentone. Learn How to Make Soap Have you always wondered how to make your own soap? Would you like to watch the soap making process from beginning to end? Learn …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Library MENTONE — Upcoming events and news from the Bell Memorial Library include: CPR Class Statistics prove that if more people knew CPR, more lives could be saved. CPR can double, or even triple, a victim’s chance of survival. If you are interested in learning this lifesaving technique, sign up …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library MENTONE — October programs at Bell Library. Tactical Edge is a Firearm Training Simulator. Tactical Edge offers training in NRA basic pistol, NRA personal protection in the home, NRA home firearm safety, one on one personal firearm instruction, and active shooter training and engagement. Steve Cooper, NRA Pistol Instructor and …read more.

BY SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library would like to welcome our new children’s coordinator, Sharon Kindig. Many of you may already know her as one of the teachers at Jack & Jill Preschool. Sharon is looking forward to working with the kids and parents here at Bell Library. …read more.

    By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library, Mentone Fun was had by all those in attendance at our Burlap and Rose Wreath program. Every wreath turned out different and beautiful. Check out our upcoming adult programs. Come and do image transfers on wood. Take an image, transfer it to wood and add a …read more.

  By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library Upcoming programs at Bell Memorial Public Library DIY Industrial Pipe Hall Tree Our DIY craft program this month will be an industrial pipe hall tree. Industrial pipe furniture is all the rage right now. Why not make one with us? This program starts at 6 p.m. Tuesday, …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library The Bell Memorial Public Library Board of Trustees would like to announce that Stephen Boggs has been officially hired to replace former director Krystal Smith, who retired on Dec. 31. Boggs will build upon the many successes at the library by previous directors. To start, he has already …read more.

By SHELLY KRUEGER Bell Memorial Public Library Bell Memorial Public Library events this week: News Our Web page is under construction. You can still access our card catalog but not our newsletter or any current programs on the website or calendar.  Call the library for information. You can also pick up a copy of our …read more.

By DONNA BURROUGHS, EdS Superintendent, Triton Community School Corporation Each week when Triton Elementary School third graders go to library, they not only enjoy hearing stories, reading and picking out books to take with them to enjoy later; they also learn many things having to do with using computers in common sense ways. Denise Shafer, …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library events this week. Tuesday Tales Eudora Welty once said “Listening children know stories are there. When their elders sit and begin, children are just waiting and hoping for one to come out, like a mouse from its hole.” Listening children of all ages are …read more.

Syracuse Public Library events Oct. 13-18 Teen Read Week Young adults can read many books written specially for their interests. National Teen Read Week, the third week in October, encourages teens to be regular readers and library users. The Syracuse Library is ending the week with a lock-in for teens called, Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse. …read more.

Have you started your family genealogy and aren’t sure where to go for information? Family research can be a daunting task, but well worth the effort. Here at the Warsaw Community Public Library, we have lots of books on family histories, newspaper archives, and also www.ancestry.com for your free use. One of the sections in …read more.

The Kosciusko County Community Foundation recently awarded a $2,000 grant to the Lawrence D. Bell Aircraft Museum Inc., to scan and preserve thousands of original Bell Aircraft Corporation negatives. The grant was combined with funds from the Bell Memorial Public Library to complete the digital scanning. Pictures from the negatives will be shared with the …read more.