Guess what September is in our library

     Today is the day I put up a bunch of signs...on the long, white hallway wall; on the ends of the bookshelves (we're not calling them stacks; it's friendlier to say bookshelves); and on a poster board near the front check-out counter (we're not calling it circulation counter; it's friendlier to say check-out counter).
     September at our library is National Library Card Sign-up Month and our displays are throughout the library.
     Do you have a library card?  Do you know it's the smartest card you can have in your pocket?  Look at it this way...

• Need homework help?  Encourage your child to ask a pro - your librarian.
• Why buy when you can borrow?  Your public library is a goldmine of books, magazines, movies, CDs and other great stuff.
• Make learning fun.  Check out reading clubs (our library book club is Novel Destinations for adults), storyhours, movies and other free programs for kids and families.
• Free stuff @ your library.  Most public libraries provide computers - and classes - for kids to use, mom and dad too.
• Keep kids reading.  The more kids read, the better they do in school.  Your library has something for every age and interest.
• Look, listen and enjoy.  Borrow films and music for the whole family.
• Bring the whole family!  How many places can you all enjoy together?  For free!!!
• If you don't see it, ask!  The library may be able to get it for you.
• It's never too late!  Use the library 24/7 online.  And remember we have a new website address.  It's http://mccls.org.
• Remember, learning begins at home.  See your library's parenting collection for tips on how you can be your child's first and best teacher.
• Your library card is your key to opportunity!

     September is National Library Card Month.  Make sure you get your card now!  And don't forget that children love to have their very own card too. 
     It's the smartest card you'll ever have!