Board Report At the Monday, November 17 Swanton Library Board of Trustees meeting, Trustees: - Trustees discussed the upcoming 2026 budget.
- The interior lighting project will begin in December; in January some days the library will open at noon to accommodate the work. Exterior lighting will also be added.
- Computers will begin being updated in December.
- A 3D printing policy was approved; once procedures are finalized, patrons will be able to request projects.
- Pay ranges were updated for staff; a library technician position was created to accurately reflect some staff responsibilities.
- Two staff were trained as notaries; once their certification is finalized, the public can request this service.
- The next meeting is at 6:30 pm on Monday, December 15. The public is welcome to attend.
The Board acknowledges the following gifts with gratitude: - Memorials for Salvatore Ellinger from Neil Ellinger, Kathy Higgins, Chris & Rachel James, and Bev Lung
- Donations from LINC/Hope Network
Swanton Public Library Board of Trustees
Tom Zimmerman, President
Heather Wegener, Secretary
Joey Braden
Brooke Chinni
Mona Dyke
Colin McQuade
Kevin Young
Marian Veld, Director
Kelly Truckor, Fiscal Officer Adult Book Clubs - Sara’s Book Club: Saturdays, December 13 and 27 at 10:30 am. Bring any book you have read or are reading to discuss.
- Book Discussion Club: Join the library book club on Monday, December 15 at 6:00 pm to discuss Skipping Christmas by John Grisham. Copies are available at the front desk.
Gretchen’s Book Club: The local book club will meet again next month at 5:30 pm on January 8. The title, 11/22/63 by Stephen King, is available at the front desk for anyone who wants to get an early start on reading.
| Cardmaking classes with Anna Geis will resume in January! Ongoing Opportunities - Chair Yoga – Mondays at 4:30 pm. Physical therapist Dawn Seigneur will lead a class in chair yoga. Classes are $5.00 per person.
- D&D Workshop – Tuesdays, December 2 and 30 at 4:30 pm. Work on character creation, miniature painting, and more.
- Dungeons & Dragons Club – Tuesdays, December 9, 16, and 23 at 4:30 pm. Please bring a fifth edition third-level character sheet if possible. New players, please register online.
- Color Me Calm – Tuesday, December 9 at 1:30 pm. Adults, please come and color your stress away while listening to music and enjoying coffee or tea. All supplies provided.
- Fiber Arts Fiends – Wednesdays, December 3 and 17 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Fiber artists of all levels are invited to join.
- Writers’ Group – Thursdays, December 4 and 18 at 6:00 pm. Join freelance author Nathan Jacobs and other writers to discuss your work. All skill levels welcome!
- Seam Rippers Sewing Club – The Seam Rippers will meet again in January. Check January’s newsletter or our website for the date.
- Bible Study – Wednesdays at 12:30 pm. Adults are welcome to join.
- ChessNuts – Wednesdays at 5:00 pm. Adults of all skill levels welcome to play chess.
- Swanton Historical Society – Fridays at 10:00 am. Anyone interested in volunteering or joining is welcome!
The library will be closed on:
December 6 for Christmas in Swanton
December 24, 25, 31, and January 1 Library Hours
Mondays & Tuesdays: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Fridays: 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Saturdays: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Sundays: CLOSED The Pageturner is sponsored and funded by the Friends of the Swanton Public Library. Visit http://www.facebook.com/FOSPL for more information. The Swanton Public Library does not endorse all views expressed in programs held at the library. |
