http://gridleylibrary.org Great libraries build great communities! Thu, 24 May 2012 22:54:55 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ http://1.gravatar.com/blavatar/917aec8db524945b36c9a517d28c5fcb?s=96&d=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.wp.com%2Fi%2Fbuttonw-com.png http://gridleylibrary.org http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/05/24/summer-reading-program-begins-june-11/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/05/24/summer-reading-program-begins-june-11/#comments Thu, 24 May 2012 22:54:52 +0000 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/?p=308 ]]> “Reading Is So Delicious” is the theme for Gridley Library’s summer reading program beginning June 11.  Children 2 years of age through 8th grade are invited to participate.  We would also like to encourage high school students and adults to participate in the adult summer reading program.  Looking forward to seeing everyone at the library this summer. 

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/05/24/summer-reading-program-begins-june-11/feed/ 0 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/23/gridley-library-wants-your-artwork-and-crafts/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/23/gridley-library-wants-your-artwork-and-crafts/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 23:46:02 +0000 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/?p=303 ]]> The Gridley Library is sponsoring a local talent Arts and Crafts Show at the Library during the month of May.  Drop off any items that you would like displayed at the Library from April 23 to May 5 during Library hours.  We ask that you only bring 4 items to display.  If you have any questions, please call or stop by the Library.

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/23/gridley-library-wants-your-artwork-and-crafts/feed/ 0 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/23/holocaust-survivor-at-the-gridley-library-may-1-at-130-and-700/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/23/holocaust-survivor-at-the-gridley-library-may-1-at-130-and-700/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:14:50 +0000 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/?p=283 ]]> On May 1 at 1:30 and 7:00, the Gridley Library will have Magda Brown give a program telling about her experiences as a Jew in Nazi occupied Hungary. She was deported to Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, then sent to work at an ammunition factory. She was part of a 3 week death march when the Allied troops liberated them. Everyone is invited to come and hear her amazing story. If you have any questions, please call the Library at 747-2284.

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/23/holocaust-survivor-at-the-gridley-library-may-1-at-130-and-700/feed/ 1 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/castles-on-the-rhine/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/castles-on-the-rhine/#comments Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:18:08 +0000 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/castles-on-the-rhine/ ]]> Join us for a travelogue from Amsterdam to Budapest with Joe & Joan Comincioli on Tuesday, April 10, at 7:00 p.m. at the Gridley Library. 

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/castles-on-the-rhine/feed/ 0 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/gridley-library-open-house-april-10/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/gridley-library-open-house-april-10/#comments Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:13:36 +0000 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/gridley-library-open-house-april-10/ ]]> Stop by Gridley Library’s Open House on April 10 in celebration of National Library Week. 

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/04/03/gridley-library-open-house-april-10/feed/ 0 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/03/22/no-school-movie/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/03/22/no-school-movie/#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2012 22:11:33 +0000 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/03/22/no-school-movie/ ]]> Come to the library and enjoy a newly released children’s movie this Monday, March 26, at 2:00 p.m.

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/03/22/no-school-movie/feed/ 0 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/one-stroke-painting-class-at-the-library/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/one-stroke-painting-class-at-the-library/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:19:18 +0000 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/?p=288 ]]> Connie Steffen from El Paso will be teaching the one-stroke method of painting at the Library on Monday evenings, Feb. 27, March 5, and March 12 at 6:30. This is the type of painting that Donna Dewberry teaches on video and tv. We will be painting a clay pot and learning different strokes. There will be no charge for the class but you will need materials. Connie will have supplies available for everyone at a cost of $15. Register at the Library by Feb. 15 at 747-2284. No children please.

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/one-stroke-painting-class-at-the-library/feed/ 0 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/photography-class-at-the-library-demystifying-your-digital-camera-with-brad-neal/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/photography-class-at-the-library-demystifying-your-digital-camera-with-brad-neal/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:08:23 +0000 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/?p=286 ]]> Brad Neal will be teaching two 3 hour classes on demystifying your digital camera at the Gridley Library on Feb.4 and 11 at 9 am. In these classes, you will learn the essentials to confidently take your camera   ”Auto Mode” once and for all!  With real world examples and live demonstrations we will equip you to effectively take control of your camera versus your camera dictating to you what settings are best for you.  Although most of this material is intended for those using DSLR (35mm) cameras, this information will benefit all aspiring photographers – including those using pocket-sized point and shot models. There will be no charge for the class.  Participants will need to bring their cameras and owner manual.  Register for the class by Jan. 26 by calling the Library at 747-2284.

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/photography-class-at-the-library-demystifying-your-digital-camera-with-brad-neal/feed/ 0 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/sign-up-for-knitting-class-at-the-library/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/sign-up-for-knitting-class-at-the-library/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:56:20 +0000 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/?p=284 ]]> Starting Feb. 2, the Library will be hosting a knitting class on Thurs. evenings at 7pm.  The class will run for 3 to 4 weeks.  Valerie Smith will return to teach us how to knit a feather and fan scarf.  It is a beautiful scarf that is made length-wise with different yarns.  Register at the Library or call 747-2284.  There will no cost for the class but students will have to purchase their own materials.  There will be a list of materials needed at the Library.

]]> http://gridleylibrary.org/2012/01/18/sign-up-for-knitting-class-at-the-library/feed/ 0 gpldstaff http://gridleylibrary.org/2011/09/29/join-us-for-a-night-with-the-stars/ http://gridleylibrary.org/2011/09/29/join-us-for-a-night-with-the-stars/#comments Thu, 29 Sep 2011 21:00:51 +0000 gpld http://gridleylibrary.org/?p=280 ]]> The Twin City Astronomers will be at  the Gridley Library Friday evening, September 30 for a program at 7:00 and star viewing at 8:00.   Please call the library at 309-747-2284 to make reservations so that we are sure to have enough telescopes.

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