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Posted By librarian on June 30, 2011

On Friday, June 24^th, seven third and fourth grade kids shared some of their knowledge of Japan and it culture as we began our summer reading activity session with facts about the small cluster of islands in Eastern Asia – Japan.

Our two Ms. Nancy librarians guided the children in crafting some colorful dragon wands. Then Ms. Jean shared the draw and tell story of “The Emperor’s Dragon” by Dianne de Las Casas. As the children drew along with her, they soon discovered several more dragons had arrived at the library, eight to be exact. Next Jean told the story of “The Girl Who Used Her Wits” also written by Ms. Las Casas; this was a cut and tell story and in the end we had created beautiful Japanese lanterns and fans.

Refreshment of bananas, grapes, pineapple, mangos, ‘Panda’ bites (peanut butter cereal balls) and juice were served. Of course everyone had to eat with chopsticks! Snack time ended with fortune cookies. Now we wait and see just who fortune becomes a reality!

As they left, each child was given a ‘goody bag’ with pencils, note pads, erasers, bookmarks, fun bands, a Japanese fan and other items.  Just two more weeks to enjoy learning about our friends around the world.

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Posted By librarian on June 21, 2011

Thirteen first and second graders attended the “One World, Many Stories” summer reading activity day on June 17^th here at the library.

We started out making monkey surfer, which was a little challenging as the glue just didn’t want to dry!  The monkeys were really cute when everyone got theirs assembled and they quit falling apart!

Ms. Jean shared some facts about Mexico and we were excited to learn more about our neighbors to the south.    Jean then told the story “Papa’s Teepee” by Dianne de Las Casas as everyone built a teepee by folding and cutting paper.  At the end of the story when the winter snows began, you unfolded your teepee, you had a beautiful snowflake.  Everyone tossed their snowflakes into the air and for just a few seconds you could image that it was not 90 degrees outside.

Everyone went outside where each child took turns seeing if they could break the donkey piñata!  We ended up having to club it on the ground as our hook broke off, but the goodies inside were still hidden from us.  With a little pulling and tearing, the children finally were able to get to the treasures inside!

We returned to the library to find the table set with festive plates, napkins and a maraca at each child’s place.  Refreshment of red, white and blue tortilla chips with salsa, Mexican wedding cakes, gummy chili peppers and juice were served.  Each child received a goody bag full of, pencils, note pads, erasers, bookmarks, fun bands and several other items.

Time slipped away from us, so we were unable to do our “Mexican Hat Dance,”  but  while the kids ate Ms. Jean showed them three different sombreros and they talked about who might wear each one.   There was a straw sombrero that would be worn for everyday, perhaps in the field or just working outside in the heat.  The very ornate black and silver and the grey and blue ones would be worn by musician, dancers or to a fiesta.  Thanks to Veronica Ponce and El Dos de Oros Mexican Restaurant for letting us borrow one of the sombreros; and to Tammy Wallace and her friend for getting the other two for us to use during our “Away We Go – Maybe to Mexico” program!

See for yourself  just how much fun we had visiting Mexico our ‘Photos Shots Page”

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Posted By librarian on June 14, 2011

 Fifty-two children and twenty-two adults attended the Richard Renner/Vodvill Klown program sponsored by the library and held at the United Methodist Church on June 9th. 

The audience laughed, hooted and hollered as Richard portrayed an ‘Ace’ pilot, a bumbling scientist, a master of the Kazoo language, an accordion playing musician and a ‘mad lib’ story teller.  Mr. Renner shared his skills of balancing, juggling, and some all around old fashion ‘vodvill’ comedy.  Of course, he needed assistance from various members of the audience to help him with his feats.  Richard also encouraged the kids to read books so they, too, could learn to be a master of any endeavor they might choose to undertake.

As a partner in promoting literacy, each child was presented a book from the Ness City Public Library.

Thanks to the Ness City United Methodist Church for letting us use the basement for this program.  And thanks to everyone who attended this event, which was a part of our “One World, Many Stories” summer reading program.  More pictures can be viewed on our Face Book page.

First and second grade boys and girls enrolled in summer reading, don’t forget to come on Friday for your “Away We Go – Maybe to Mexico!”  activity day!

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Posted By librarian on June 8, 2011

We kicked off our “One World, Many Stories” summer reading program with a post card contest.  Twenty  summer readers of all ages designed  post card pictures using the theme “Where in the world would you like to visit and why?”  The pictures were transformed into post cards and these cards are being sent to about 40 libraries throughout the state (and one in Virginia).  Thanks to Stacey Strickland of Stevens County Library in Hugoton for the wonderful idea of a post card exchange and for coordinating the addresses!

Each of our participants received a coupon for a FREE ice cream cone from the Frigid Creme, compliments of Susan Crosswhite, and a copy of their postcard.  Thanks so much for donating the ice cream cones, Susan!  They will certainly be enjoyed on a hot summer’s day! 

Anyone may stop by the library and see the great collection of post cards; those made by our summer readers and the ones we have received from other Kansas Libraries.

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Posted By librarian on June 8, 2011

The Ness City Public Library will host, Richard Renner, The Vodvill Klown, on Thursday, June 9th at the United Methodist Church basement at 2 p.m.  This program is for everyone enrolled in our summer reading program, “One World, Many Stories.” 

Mr. Renner entertains with his skills of juggeling, acrobatics, and comedy.  Children younger that first grade, must have an adult or sitter with them.  If your child is attending, please call the library at 785-798-3415 to be sure we have a seat for everyone!

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Posted By librarian on May 27, 2011

The University of Kansas Medical Center and the National Library of Medicine offers a wonderful tool to research reliable and up to date medical information online through MedlinePlus.gov.

Just in case you’ve been wondering, but have never had the chance to investigate MedlinePlus.gov, the National Library of Medicine has created an online tour of the site in English and Spanish. The tours highlight important features of MedlinePlus and describe where you can find certain types of information on the site. The tours last approximately 8 minutes and also includes audio. Under State Resources on the right hand side of our web page, click on the MedlinePlus link for a tour of this site.

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Posted By librarian on May 14, 2011

NCPL Summer Reading Program for children and adults begins on Tuesday, May 31st. Parents may enroll their child/children starting May 17th though the 27th; you must come by the library and sign the enrollment forms. At that time we will explain the different activities and give the child their book bag, schedule and other items to be used thoughout the six-week session. Adult may also participate in our summer reading program, so stop by and enroll.

Some of our activities this year are: Richard Renner, the ‘Vodvill Klown’ will entertain us this year with his acrobatics, juggling, tricks and all around fun. Ann Fitzgerald will share her trips to various countries and continents around the world. We also have programs planned for the different age groups where we will enjoy learning about people and their cultures in Mexico, Australia, Japan, Africa and many other countries around the world.

Reading through out the summer months is vital for children to maintain or build their reading skills. We hope you will come to the library and join us for the fun filled activities as we travel our “one world” and learn of its’ “many stories.” If you have question call us at 785-798-3415.

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Posted By librarian on April 2, 2011

A nice crowd attended the “What Kansas Means to Me” book discussion and talk by Thomas Fox Averill, editor of this years’ Kansas Reads book selection.  Tom presented a very interesting and humorous account of various parts Kansas’ history. 

The program was sponsored by the Ness City Public Library with our community partners, the Ness County Bank Building Foundation and the Ness County Historical Society.  Thanks to the Bank Building Foundation for the use of the facility and for providing coffee and tea.  Thanks to some of the Historical Society members for bringing cookies, meat & cheese tray and other goodies.  Thanks to the Carolyn Vogel, NCPL trustee, for the cookies and to Nancy Marshall, NCPL employee, for helping with the set-up and clean-up.

A very special thanks to everyone who attending this event.  We had a very enjoyable time listening to Mr. Averill, as well as visiting with each other and learning more about our fine state of Kansas.

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Posted By librarian on March 18, 2011

The Ness City Public Library will be hosting Kansas author Thomas Fox Averill, editor of the Kansas Reads book, “WHAT KANSAS MEANS TO ME: Twentieth Century Writers on the Sunflower State” on Wednesday, March 30^th at 7:30 p.m. in the Ness County Bank Building.

Mr. Averill has established himself as the foremost authority on Kansas literature during a distinguished career as professor of English and writer-in-residence at Washburn University in Topeka.  He is the author of three novels, three collections of short fiction, and numerous articles, poems, and short stories as well as being a frequent speaker on Kansas culture.  Tom lives in Topeka and divides his time between teaching, speaking, and writing.  His collection of short stories, “Ordinary Genius,” was on the 2006 Kansas Notable Books List, and he is the recipient of the O. Henry Award for short fiction.

 This event is open to the public free of charge and is part of the Kansas Reads…WHAT KANSAS MEANS TO ME, the one book, one state adult reading project for 2011.  Please come and enjoy listening to Tom speak about the great state we live in, KANSAS. Refreshment will be provided by our community partners – members of the Ness County Historical Society, the Ness County Bank Building Foundation, and the Ness City Public Library Trustees.  If you have questions, call 785-798-3415.

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Posted By librarian on March 10, 2011

New ‘Books Are Fun’ items have arrived!  There are some cute Easter items, yummy cookbooks, and wonderful children’s books.  You may order until March 19th, order goes in on Tues. March 22nd and items are delivered on March 23rd.  Stop by the library and see what’s available.

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