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Library News
What’s Happening at Erie Islands Library?
Have you heard Aaron Wilson, PIB graduate of 1999, (served 10 yrs. in the US Air Force flying C-17’s and presently a Delta Airlines pilot) and Barry Behnfeldt (a retired Navy captain and also a Delta Airlines pilot) are attempting to shatter the world’s record for the fastest journey by plane to all 48 contiguous states? Follow their preparations and their journey on their website (48N48.org) and Facebook page 48N48 (48 states in 48 hours). The flight is planned to begin on Sunday, June 4th.
Let’s show our support for one of our hometown sons by signing a banner that will be sent to the crew before their record-breaking flight taking place beginning Sunday, June 4th. We’ll have the banner at the library from May 1st – 20th for community members to sign. Everyone is welcome to stop by to sign the banner.
Tuesday, May 2nd – 3:30 p.m.: Handprint Tea Towels – Need a Mother’s Day gift or just a fun tea towel to display in your home? Join us as we create a one-of-kind tea towel using only paint and your hand. We’ll make your towel bloom. First come, first served. No registration required.
Tuesday, May 9th – 3:30 p.m.: Handprint Jewelry Holder – Need a Mother’s Day gift or just need a place to set your jewelry? We’ll help you create a unique jewelry holder using your handprint and clay. First come, first served. No registration required.
Saturday, May 13th – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: BOOK SALE – Looking for a good read? Trying to restock your island library? Stop on down for a huge island Book Sale! Loads of popular titles for all ages.
Lowest prices in town:
Hardcover $1
Paperbacks 50¢
Children’s Books 25¢
DVDs 50¢
Audiobooks $1
Don’t miss out! If you’re not on the island on this date, don’t fret! There will be more pop-up sales throughout the summer. Or we always have books for sale in the library.
Tuesday, May 16th – 3:30 p.m.: Domino Challenge – Work together with your friends to create a domino fall. Teamwork is the key component! No registration required.
Wednesday, May 17th – 5:30 p.m.: Words & Wine Book Club – Join us and share a book you have read while enjoying a beverage of your own choosing. Even if you haven’t had time to read, you are welcome to join us to hear what others are suggesting. We can’t wait to hear what you have been reading! New adult members are always welcome. Location: Tipper’s Restaurant
Tuesday, May 23rd – 3:30 p.m.: Lego Night – Looking for something to do after school with your friends? Join us at the library to design your own creation out of our Legos. Let your creativity shine! Creations will be on display at the library for one week. We have plenty of Legos so no need to bring any from home. No registration required.
We’re looking forward to our Summer Reading Challenge which will run from June 1st – July 15th. We’ll Kick Off this six week event with a cookout and games on Thursday, June 1st, from 3 to 5 p.m. Stop by for fun yard games, hot dogs and other treats. More details to come.
Senior Center News (by Chris Joyce)
Did you know that May is OAM “Older Americans Month?” Here at the Put-in-Bay Senior Center, we recognize that older adults are paving the way for future generations. We appreciate how the PIB seniors contribute to and benefit from our wonderful island community.
On Wednesday, May 10th, at 10 a.m., Dianne Mortensen will be here to discuss Senior Resources orientation and training. Then on Wednesday, May 24th, we’ll be heading to Fifth Third Field to cheer on the Toledo Mud Hens! There is a limited number of seats on the OCTA Bus for this event, so sign up early to reserve your seat. The cost is $14 which includes your ticket and lunch (hotdog/chips and a drink).
Our regularly scheduled activities include: Aerobic Dance/Walking, Strength Training, Coffee Socials, Mah Jongg, Bridge and Senior Lunches at Topsy’s. Men’s Cards on Weds. evenings will be resuming this month also. For additional information please check out our flyers and calendars posted at the Senior Center, Island Hardware/General Store, Post Office, Twp. Office and the Library.
The Senior Center will also be closed on Monday, May 29th, in observance of Memorial Day. Thank you to those who served and gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Our Senior Lunches continue every Monday at Topsy’s at noon. Please make your reservation by 12 p.m. on the prior Friday by signing up at the Senior Center or calling the center at (419) 285-5501. It is important to let Topsy’s kitchen know the lunch count by 12 p.m. the Friday before so they can plan accordingly for our Senior Lunches! A very special “Thank-You” goes out to David Hill and the staff at Topsy’s for keeping the weekly Senior Lunches running smoothly and also for making our monthly Senior Socials so much fun!
The EMS continues to take Blood Pressures every Monday at 10 a.m. during our Coffee Social. Feel free to come get yours checked! If you would like to take advantage of the Senior 60+ Clinic, which is a free supplemental program to your regular physician’s care, please call 419-734-6800 to make your appointment. This free program is provided by the Ottawa County Health Department for those 60 & over and is held at the Senior Center every third Tuesday of the month, this makes travel easier & saves you time and money. The date for May is Tuesday, the 16th. The clinic provides basic services to people age 60 and over such as blood pressure screening, blood tests for anemia, blood sugar and cholesterol screening, weight and diet information, health and medication counseling/education at no charge. Through a comprehensive assessment, a nurse will answer any questions and provide education or referrals to private physicians if needed.
The Put-in-Bay Senior Center is always looking for more people to participate in our activities. Stop in and see what we’re all about!
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