Adult Services Newsletter
September 2024
Spooky season is officially here! Keep an eye out for the library scarecrow on the square and visit us at Scares on the Square later this month. We have adult and teen ghost-themed craft programs, a historical cemetery walk, and the Evening Book Club is reading Something in the Water, a thrilling mystery that will leave you on the edge of your seat! We're hosting a fantasy-themed pumpkin carving contest with children, teen, and adults so the whole family can be involved and each category has an awesome prize (scroll down for more info)!!
We hope you have a spook-tacular month!!
Meet Shelli, one of our wonderful library team members who has been with us for 1 year and 8 months. Growing up in Westfield, IN, Shelli attended high school there before heading to IUPUI. After nearly two decades as a stay-at-home mom, she decided to pursue a new path that would make her boys proud. When asked about her favorite part of the job, she said it's all about the amazing patrons and her great co-workers. Outside of work, Shelli enjoys reading, attending her son's sporting events, thrift-store shopping, and exploring festivals—especially those with bluegrass music! Recently, Shelli was elected to the Spina Bifida of Indiana Board. She's excited for this opportunity and we're proud of her as well! Congratulations, Shelli! We're lucky to have you on our team!
Fast Facts:
Favorite Book - Remarkably Bright Creatures
Favorite Movie - Forrest Gump
TV Show - The Big Bang Theory
Vacation spot - Tybee Island, GA (Savannah area)
Danville Destination - Ellis Park and the Royal Theater
If you could have any superpower what would it be? Telepathy
If you could meet any historical figure who would it be? Ruth Bader Ginsburg
We are hiring!
We're hiring a part-time Adult Services Clerk. This position will be scheduled to work 20 hours per week. We're seeking a friendly, detail-oriented individual with tech skills and a passion for customer service to join our Adult Services team. Help patrons find materials, assist with computer use, and make a difference in our community!
Listen to stories that have already been shared here.
Email indianaroom@dplindiana.org or call 317-745-2604 to schedule your conversation with us today.
Patron Reviews
Have you recently read a book that you're eager to recommend to others? Submit a book review to csalenda@dplindiana.org. We may share your review in our next newsletter or on social media.
Access to Rosetta Stone Language Learning
Rosetta Stone and EBSCO Information Services have combined to offer our library the Rosetta Stone Library Solution with 30 different languages available! Individuals pay as much as $15 per month for this app and you can access much of it for free! Visit https://inspire.in.gov/, scroll down to find the various resources available, and click on Rosetta Stone. Follow the prompts to login using your library card information.
Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library was founded to support the Danville Public Library in various ways. They sponsor library programs and assist in purchasing supplies and equipment needed for programs through membership dues and fundraising activities. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Friends of the Library, please visit our website here for more information. You may also click here to download a printable brochure and membership form.
Rosalie's Room
Rosalie's Room is open to library patrons daily. Materials in the room may be purchased with an "at will" donation and payment may be made at the circulation desk. All donations go directly to the Friends of the Library fund in order to support programs for children, teens, and adults.
