402 Main Street, Delta, Ohio 43515
419.822.3110 (Phone)
419.822.5200 (Dial-a-Story)
419.822.5310 (Fax)

Mon-Wed: 9:30-7:30
Thu-Fri: 9:30-5:30
Sat: 10:00-2:00
Sun: Closed

Calendar of events

There are library events on the dates highlighted in blue. Click on them to display that day's events.

January 2010
Su	M	Tu	W	Th	F	Sa
					1 Library Closed The library will be closed on January 1.	2
3	4	5 Winter Storytime Storytime for 4-5 year olds begins Tuesday, January 5 at 10:00 AM and runs for a period of 6 weeks. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required. (Any child placed on a waiting list will receive priority during registration for the spring session.) Each 45 minute storytime explores a different theme through books, a flannel board, finger plays, and other activities. Parents do not need to attend storytime with the child if he/she can handle storytime alone; however, we request that they do stay in the library during that time. Note: if school is closed due to bad weather, storytime will not be held. Today's storytime is: ABC.	6 Teen/Tween Event: Around the World This event will take place at 4:00 PM.	7	8	9
10	11	12 Winter Storytime Storytime for 4-5 year olds begins Tuesday, January 5 at 10:00 AM and runs for a period of 6 weeks. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required. (Any child placed on a waiting list will receive priority during registration for the spring session.) Each 45 minute storytime explores a different theme through books, a flannel board, finger plays, and other activities. Parents do not need to attend storytime with the child if he/she can handle storytime alone; however, we request that they do stay in the library during that time. Note: if school is closed due to bad weather, storytime will not be held. Today's storytime is: Playful Penguins.	13 Teen/Tween Event: Ani-Maniacs This event will take place at 4:00 PM.	14	15 Teen/Tween Event: Wii Play This event will take place at 2:30 PM.	16
17	18	19 Winter Storytime Storytime for 4-5 year olds begins Tuesday, January 5 at 10:00 AM and runs for a period of 6 weeks. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required. (Any child placed on a waiting list will receive priority during registration for the spring session.) Each 45 minute storytime explores a different theme through books, a flannel board, finger plays, and other activities. Parents do not need to attend storytime with the child if he/she can handle storytime alone; however, we request that they do stay in the library during that time. Note: if school is closed due to bad weather, storytime will not be held. Today's storytime is: "E" is for Eyes.	20	21 Teen/Tween Event: Winter Wonderland This event will take place at 4:00 PM.	22	23
24	25 Book Discussion: Jump-Off Creek by Molly Gloss Not a standard "Western," but a novel of the West notable for its accurate portrayal of life on a homestead and for the quality of writing that will make readers linger. At the height of the Depression of 1895 Lydia Sanderson, freed by the death of her husband, travels to Oregon where she homesteads on a mountain, living in a wretched hovel on land not fit to grow even a vegetable garden. Her companions are two mules, two goats, and hard work. Lydia's neighbors are few and far but bound together by a common struggle to survive. Their life is one of terse converse, kindness, and quick response to one another's needs. This book will be discussed at the Delta Public Library on Monday, January 25th, at 7:00 PM in the Library’s Activity Room. Copies are available in regular and large print and can be found on display at the main circulation desk in the library. For those unable to attend the book discussions, you are welcome to leave a written comment at the library’s main circulation desk or e-mail them to Candy Baird with the message BOOK DISCUSSION.	26 Winter Storytime Storytime for 4-5 year olds begins Tuesday, January 5 at 10:00 AM and runs for a period of 6 weeks. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required. (Any child placed on a waiting list will receive priority during registration for the spring session.) Each 45 minute storytime explores a different theme through books, a flannel board, finger plays, and other activities. Parents do not need to attend storytime with the child if he/she can handle storytime alone; however, we request that they do stay in the library during that time. Note: if school is closed due to bad weather, storytime will not be held. Today's storytime is: Happy Birthday. Operation Lifesaver for Kids Operation Lifesaver is a national non-profit education and awareness program that teaches children about safety around trains and railroad tracks. Alan Stouder of Pioneer, Ohio will be with us on Tuesday, January 26 at 4:30 PM to teach children some of these important safety rules. Afterwards, children will be entertained with a video of "Sly Fox and Birdie" (train safety mascots) and learn a new safety rap song. Please register at the children's desk.	27 Teen/Tween Event: Movie "Whip It" This event will take place at 4:00 PM.	28	29	30
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Delta Public Library News and Notes

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Ellison Room

The Ellison machine, paper cutters, and punches are available free of charge. Patrons must provide their own paper.

Items available:

Click on a letter below to display the corresponding Ellison dies.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X

• 2 inch capital letters Ellison dies
• 2 inch Roman numbers Ellison dies
• 2 inch math numbers Ellison dies
• 4 inch capital letters Ellison dies
• 4 inch lower case letters Ellison dies
• 4 inch numbers Ellison dies
• Fun Punches
  • Apple
  • Christmas Tree
  • Star
  • Cow
• Whale-of-a-Punch
  • Daffodil
  • Dragon
  • Heart
  • Maple leaf
  • Retro flower
  • Star

Dial-a-Story

Delta Public Library's Dial-a-Story can be called at any time at 419.822.5200 for a new children's story each week.

January 4, 2010
Donkey in the Lion's Skin

A foolish donkey puts on a lion skin and finds he can scare other animals.

January 11, 2010
Piglet Brother

An untidy little boy becomes neat and clean in this unique story.

January 18, 2010
The Three Bears

The original story of a little girl who upsets the happy household of three bears.

January 25, 2010
Old Woman and Her Pig

An old woman buys a pig and has all sorts of difficulties getting it home.

Materials and Services offered

• Adult books
• Juvenile books
• Hooked on phonics kits*
• Lage print materials
• Travel packets
• Videos
• DVDs
• Local oral history CDs
• Spanish language materials
• Books on tape and CD
• Playaway audiobooks
• Music CDs
• Computer software
• Sizzix machine
  • May be checked out for three days
  • One time usage fee of $15.00
• Newspapers
• Microfim
• Ellison machine
• Voter registration forms
• Tax forms
• Public access computers and printers
• Black and white copies
• Color copies
• Faxes sent/received
• Dial-a-story
• G.E.D. books*
• Auto repair manuals*

*These items require a $5.00 deposit to check out.

Other services include:

Inter-library loans
Most material not available at the Delta Public Library can be requested from other libraries, usually at no charge. A special request form must be filled out and turned in at the circulation desk. A fee of $1.50 PER TITLE will be charged to the patron if materials are not picked up within 7 days following notification, to help defer the cost of delivery. Inter-library loan materials carry a 25 cent per day fine.

Exterior book drop
An exterior book drop is located on the east side of the building (along the drive between the library and the bank) and is open 24 hours a day for your convenience.

Equipment
An overhead projector, and portable screen may be borrowed from the library. Equipment is loaned for a three day period. There is a $5.00 deposit required on all equipment. These deposits are refundable upon return of the equipment in good working condition.

Red Carpet Service
Residents of the Delta School District who are unable to use the library because of physical disability, extended illness, or lack of transportation are eligible for our homebound delivery service. Please call the library at 419-822-3110 for further information.

Item	Loan period	Fine per day late	Renewable?
Books	2 weeks	10¢	Yes
Books+cassettes	2 weeks	10¢	Yes
Inter-library loans	2 weeks	25¢	No
Travel packets	2 weeks	10¢	Yes
Hooked on Phonics kits	2 weeks	25¢	Yes
CDs	1 week	10¢	Yes
DVDs	3 days	50¢	No
Encyclopedias	1 week	25¢	No
Magazines	1 week	10¢	Yes
Videos	1 week	50¢	No
Vacation loans	4 weeks	10¢	No
Art prints/paintings	6 weeks	25¢	No
Teacher loans	6 weeks	10¢	No

Library Card Registration

Required items for adults

• Full name including middle name or initial
• Signature
• Valid photo ID
• Proof of current address
• Date of birth

Required items for minors (under age 18)

• Full name including middle name or initial
• Signature of parent/guardian
• Proof of current address
• Date of birth
• Must be at least 5 years old

Cardholder responsibility

• Parents/guardians are responsible for items checked out by minors
• Cardholder must be present to check out items on his/her card
• Cardholder may obtain a replacement card after a one week waiting period from the time the card is reported lost.
• Cardholders will be charged $1.00 dollar for the first replacement card, $2.00 for the second, etc.
• Stolen cards will be replaced free of charge, if the cardholder provides a copy of the police report.
• It is the responsibility of the cardholder to notify the library of any change of name, address, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:How old do I have to be to get a Library card?
A:Students from age 5 through 17 need to bring a parent or legal guardian with them to assist in filling out and signing the registration card. If parents do not have a library card with us, they will need to present a photo ID and proof of current address. This could be a driver's license, checking account, or recent bill. Library cards are issued within a few minutes of application, are free, and are ready to use that day. Applicants do not need to live within our school district in order to get a library card at the Delta Public Library.

Q:How many books or videos/ DVD's can I check out on my card?
A:New patrons (those who have had their cards less than three months) are limited to four items checkouts at any one time. After three months, limitations are placed only on video titles--seven titles per adult borrower (18 years and older) and 2 titles per student (age 5 through 17). DVD's titles – three titles per adult borrower (18 years and older) and 1 title per student (age 13 years through 17).

Q:Can I renew my materials by phone?
A:Yes, materials can be renewed by phone except for videos which are non-renewable and materials that have a reserve or hold request placed on them. Materials may be renewed only once. You may also renew your items online by setting up a password at the library first.

Q:What if I lose my receipt and don't know when my materials are due back to the Library?
A:If you lose your library receipt, just call the library at (419) 822-3110, give your name, and ask when your materials are due back to the library. The staff can quickly access your borrowing record on the computer, confirm your return dates, and let you know if you owe any fines and/or renew your books if you wish. You may also check online by setting up a password at the library first.

Q:Can I use my DPL card at other libraries?
A:Your DPL card can only be used here at Delta Public Library. You are welcome to become cardholders at any of the other five Fulton County libraries if you wish. However, you must apply at those libraries and abide by their rules and policies which may vary from Delta Public Library's rules and policies.

Q:Do I need to bring my library card with me to check out materials?
A:Yes, you must have your own DPL card with you in order to check out materials. This is a library board policy and is for your own protection as well as for the library's. Books will be held for a short period of time in order for you to retrieve your card and still check out the items you want. Library cards may be kept on file here at the library, or taken with you and presented at time of loan.

Q:What should I do if my card is lost or stolen?
A:If your card should be misplaced, lost, or stolen, please report it to the library immediately. Sometimes cards are inadvertently left here or are found and returned here. The cards are kept at the main circulation desk. If misplaced or lost, please report it to the main circulation desk, and they can be replaced in one week's time. We ask that you look for the card within that week's waiting period. Many cards are found and then there is no need to charge you for a new card. Your first library card is issued free; the second card costs $1.00; your third card $2.00 and so on. There is no waiting period for patrons who have never been barcoded, but have lost their library card. There is a charge, though, according to the costs stated above.

Q:How old do you need to be to become a page at the library?
A:Student pages need to be 16 years of age, have a work permit issued from their high school, and be available to work 13 to 18 hours per week, including at least one night a week and some Saturday hours. We need volunteers from time to time for special projects such as Summer Reading programs. If you'd like to volunteer, please talk with one of the library assistants.

Q:Is there a charge to use the Ellison machine? Sizzix? Internet computers? Public access computers? Printers?
A:There is no charge to use the Ellison die cut machine. We ask that you sign in, read our policy, furnish your own paper materials, and clean up when you are finished. The Sizzix's mini die machine can be checked out for 3 days for home use for a fee of $15.00 payable at time of checkout. There is no charge to use our Internet or Public Access computers. We due however, only allow a one hour time limit when using the computers. Again, we ask that patrons sign up and follow our user policies. If you wish to print off the computers, you must purchase the paper at our desk. The charge is $.25 per sheet for black and white or $.50 per sheet for color printing. The charge helps to defray the cost of the ink cartridges.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Delta Public Library is to support and enhance the quality of life for all residents regardless of age, race, or socioeconomic status:

By providing free and equal access to information and services in a variety of material formats; by promoting life-long learning, assisting with personal research and individual literacy materials for residents all age groups; and by meeting the educational, recreational and cultural information needs of the community and its citizens.

Thereby the role of the Public Library within the community of Delta will be to consistently supply and make readily available to all patrons: convenient hours, a variety of educational and recreational materials in both print and non-print formats, as well as other services that supply public demands. The Library will also serve as a point of access for any needed information and/or services by using various resources.

In fulfillment of this mission, the Library Board of Trustees is committed to sound financial management; to the support of intellectual freedom and the right to read; to the continued advancement and modernization of the library system, and to high quality personal service to all users.

Vision Statement

As Delta Public Library continues to look forward into the 21st century, it is realized that computers and digitization will play an even larger role in the services and holdings of the library. Serving a small, rural community, we also recognize that traditional library services and programming will still be in high demand. It is the goal of the Board of Trustees, director and staff to find a good balance in order to fulfill the needs of the community on both levels.

The success of the Delta Public Library throughout its 80 years of service is owed to the continuous support of the community, its wonderful patrons as well as the dedication and foresight of the many fine people who have served as Trustees, Directors and staff. It is the goal of this current board, staff and director to see that the role and mission of the Delta Public Library is carried well into the future to the best of their combined abilities.

History

The Delta Public Library has a long history of service to the community as it celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2005. The original 1911 collection of books was organized in 1925 under Ohio State law and thus became eligible for state funding. Delta Public Library has had a history rich in support and growth. Even when most of the collection was lost in the fire at Memorial Hall in 1949, support came from far and near to reestablish the collection.

From 1951 to 1975, the library was housed in the new Memorial Hall until it outgrew its allocated space. In 1976, citizens of Delta supported the purchase of and the move into the First Federal of Delta Bank building. Within 10 years the facility was expanded to provide a larger area for the children's collection and a new community room. To meet the needs for library services of a growing community in the 21st century, the library facility was again expanded in. The completed addition on the north side of building added 1070 square feet to the library. The project included a 20 foot glass tower entry way, 600 square feet of public access, two storage areas, new carpeting throughout the library, new colorful wall paint, specially designed shelving to accommodate materials in the children's area, new CD/Cassette storage and new laminate counter tops for videos and books on tape shelving. On October 1, 2005, the library celebrated the completion of the project with a Dedication and Open House.

Today, the library houses a collection of 50,000 items. Materials include books, periodicals, videos, DVD's, internet, audio visual equipment, large print materials, books-on-tape, cassettes, compact disks and cd-roms, all on various reading and interest levels--everything from best sellers to time-worn classics. The introduction of computers for public access for the automated circulation and catalog system and Internet usage has added an electronic dimension to the information services. Services now include patron access to the internet and computer classes for the public. Programming is provided for pre-schoolers, elementary students, teens, adult readers and senior citizens. Outreach services include Red Carpet Services for the home bound and pre-school storytimes at local daycare facilities as well as Free-to-Read sites in area businesses, industries and Youth Center.

Delta Public Library has over 11,000 registered patrons, primarily from the Pike-Delta-York school district. Neighboring Fulton County communities are also served, as well as those who may live outside the county or state, but work within the Delta area.

Staff

Staff can be contacted during our regular hours by calling the library at 419.822.3110, or by sending an email to their address listed below.

Patricia Grover
Director
groverpa@oplin.org

Sandra McCullough
Fiscal Officer
mcculls1@oplin.org

Candy Baird
Assistant Director
Adult Programming/Book Discussion Group
bairdca@oplin.org

Marj Bowerman
Children's Services
bowermma@oplin.org

Shelley Heising
Library Assistant
heisinsh@oplin.org

Michelle Toller
Teen Coordinator
tollermi@oplin.org

Janice Hales
Preschool Outreach

Laura Roth
Genealogy
laura_roth39@yahoo.com

Mara Nadonly
Red Carpet/Homebound
Inter-library Loans
nadolnma@oplin.org

Eric Mann
Student Page

Ryan Albrecht
Student Page

Board

Kalli Hintz
President

Louise Gilson
Vice-President

Kathy Dowling
Secretary

Jeff Mazurowski

Rick McKibben

Terri Winseman

Judi Pike

Friends of the Delta Public Library

What are friends and what do they do?

• Friends know that a good library in an important community asset and help to convey that message to the community at large by focusing positive public attention on the library and its many resources.
• Friends support the Library through fundraising efforts such as the Annual Salad Luncheon and Chinese Auction and selling Fulton County Fair Ads.
• Friends support the Library through attending and providing refreshments for various programs held at the library.
• Friends have provided through gifts and funding to the Library audio-visual equipment, Ellison Dies, volunteer and staff appreciation gifts, book bags, pencils, pens, bookmarks, puppets, games, and reading incentive prizes.
• Friends receive the monthly Library Newsletter mailed to their homes.

We can never have too many friends- won't you consider joining today?

Anyone can become a member of the FRIENDS of the LIBRARY, by simply applying for membership with any of the officers or picking up an application at the Library. Annual dues are:

• Individual: $5.00
• Family: $10.00
• Patron (a patron may choose not to volunteer for activities): $25.00

Officers 2009-2010:

Sandy Graham
President

Kelly Cueller
Secretary/Treasurer

Friends 19th Annual Event Successful

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Annual Salad Luncheon and Chinese Auction held at Memorial Hall, from those who donated items for the auction, prepared one of the many delicious salads, or helped setup before and or helped clean up after the event, even those who just came and enjoyed the day.

Income from this event was over $2000.00 before expenses. The Friends donate money each year to the library to underwrite the library's three summer reading programs for incentives and prizes to encourage kids, tweens and teens to come to the library and read all through the summer.

INFOhio

INFOhio is a trusted resource for students and teachers, and with all of these extensive resources, it's easy to integrate INFOhio into the classroom!

• Magazines
• Research Journals
• Newspapers (local and nationwide)
• Encyclopedias
• Dictionaries
• Speeches, poems and plays
• Maps and satellite images
• Photographs and videos

Visit infohio.org to get started!
Username:INFOhio
Password:Explore

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About Us

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Affiliates

• Norweld
• Ohio Library Council
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