Davidson Branch - Palliser Regional Library

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26800783297868972742011-11-02T19:23:59.247-06:00Davidson Branch - Palliser Regional Library314 Washington Avenue ~ Davidson, SaskatchewanDavidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.comBlogger551100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-34379080354670270992011-11-02T19:14:00.002-06:002011-11-02T19:23:59.296-06:00Board Members Needed

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Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-43572567141008016092011-10-07T14:26:00.004-06:002011-10-07T14:32:00.002-06:00Saskatchewan Library Week

We will be celebrating Saskatchewan Library Week from<!--[if gte mso 9]>

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-6140642455436940872011-09-28T12:11:00.004-06:002011-09-28T12:15:25.201-06:00How to Get Your Child to be a Fanatic Reader

This is a very good article written by author James Patterson about helping your child to become a reader. Check it out!http://www.cnn.com/2011/09/28/opinion/patterson-kids-reading/index.htmlI mentioned it in a previous post, but I'll post it again -- James Patterson's ReadKiddoRead is a great resource for finding books that kids will love.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-70005779639357715302011-09-27T16:19:00.004-06:002011-09-27T16:40:18.336-06:00Return of Baby Rhyme Time

After taking a break for the summer, we are starting our Baby Rhyme Time again this week!Friday, September 3011:00 a.m.We are looking for a volunteer to lead a Preschool Story Time at the same time as our baby program. If you are interested, please give us a call! 567-2022

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-81959047522549880202011-09-02T15:08:00.003-06:002011-09-02T15:14:59.634-06:00Family Game Night

Turn off that video game, cell phone, smartphone, or computer and join us at the Library for "Unplug & Play" Family Game Night! Drop in Wednesday evenings between 6:00 & 8:00 to play board games or card games. Everyone welcome -- 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult or teenager. Some games will be provided; please feel free to bring your own or to donate new or good-condition games (

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-54754336082029426052011-08-23T11:09:00.003-06:002011-08-23T11:10:41.968-06:00DATE CHANGE for final SRC activity

There has been a change of date this week for the final Summer Reading Club activity. We need to move it to THURSDAY, August 25 at 1:00 p.m. Our apologies for the short notice!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-45151112340830018122011-08-20T15:45:00.001-06:002011-08-20T15:46:52.278-06:00Final Week of Summer Reading Club!

Summer is coming to close, and we have one final Summer Reading Club activity. We hope to see you on Wednesday, August 24 at 1:00 p.m.!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-12552463242119397482011-08-03T14:35:00.002-06:002011-08-03T14:38:18.685-06:00Kids' SRC Activities in August

Today was the first of our kids' summer reading activities in August. Join us next Wednesday, August 10 @ 1:00 p.m. for more fun! Bring your friends!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-84042063198477347082011-07-26T15:11:00.002-06:002011-07-26T15:13:34.723-06:00Lulu & the TomCat

Reminder!!!Lulu & the TomCatWednesday, July 27 @ 10:30 a.m.at the Library

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Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-24994550199550620032011-07-14T14:53:00.003-06:002011-07-14T15:00:30.967-06:00Teen Summer Activities

Tuesday, July 19 @ 1:00 p.m. ~ Painting Window Murals at the Library (ages 12+)Tuesday, August 9 @ 1:00 p.m. ~ Birdhouse Creations (ages 12+)Pick up a Summer Reading Challenge sheet and complete tasks to be entered for prize draws. Prizes include an iPod Nano and a Kobo Ereader! There are tons of other great prizes as well. (ages 13+ only)STC Youth Bus Pass Contest: Write a short 1-2 page

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-14965271480950551122011-07-14T14:50:00.003-06:002011-07-14T15:01:14.106-06:00Children's Summer Reading Club Activities

Weekly activities for kids up to age 12 will take place during the month of August -- Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. at the Library.Borrow books, read, and play our game board all summer long. Prizes for every 5 books read (or for every 5 chapters for older readers).Register and pick up an activity book, stickers and a poster.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-54471930296923104872011-07-14T14:47:00.002-06:002011-07-14T14:50:07.252-06:00Lulu & the TomCat

Entertainers Lulu & the TomCat will be performing at the Davidson Library on Wednesday, July 27 @ 10:30 a.m. All ages are welcome!www.luluandthetomcat.com/

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-62965934928813419312011-06-16T15:59:00.004-06:002011-06-16T16:02:21.302-06:00Teen Summer Reading Club

Teen Summer Reading Club -- take part in the Great Summer Challenge and you could win prizes! Interested in attending a creative activity (eg. window painting, creating comic characters, video production, etc.)? We can arrange that! Be sure to visit the Palliser Teen Blog for more information on the Teen Summer Reading Club: http://www.palliserlibrary.ca/teens/

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-79405401901611722942011-06-15T17:23:00.003-06:002011-06-15T17:31:58.242-06:00Summer Reading Club -- need a student leader!

We are looking for an energetic and capable high school student, age 15 or over, to lead our Summer Reading Club for one afternoon a week for 4 weeks this summer -- dates are flexible. Theme and manual will be provided.<!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-CA X-NONE X-NONE

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-67436774726920404292011-05-24T15:03:00.004-06:002011-05-24T15:09:33.799-06:00Read, Kiddo, Read!

Are you looking for books that your kids will love? There is a new website that is "dedicated to making kids readers for life". It has book lists for various ages, and if you click on a book cover, you will get a review and also a "If you loved this book, try this..." listing of other titles.Have a look through the Table of Contents to find some great resources!Read, Kiddo, Read

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-91977401710604276532011-05-14T14:20:00.005-06:002011-06-15T17:22:56.954-06:00Grow with Stories

Visit the "Grow with Stories" website to check out the information on reading to your child, including "Staff Picks" book lists and craft ideas. We have some of the Grow Charts at the library, so drop in and pick one up!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-57391589476057293432011-04-15T14:44:00.002-06:002011-04-15T14:51:34.424-06:00Baby Rhyme Time AND Preschool Story Time!

We started our new program, Baby Rhyme Time, (see post below) on April 15, and we're excited to tell you that we will also have a Story Time for the bigger kids (over 18 months) running at the same time. Many thanks to some moms who are willing to run the preschool program so that all ages can come at the same time!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-38176116396017725902011-04-07T16:10:00.002-06:002011-04-07T16:12:18.696-06:00Trade & Hobby Show

Stop by and visit our booth at the Davidson Trade & Hobby Show this weekend - Friday, April 8 & Saturday, April 9.Purchase a ticket on our Kobo eReader raffle, enter your name in our free prize draw, and find out what's new at the library.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-67693889498537688402011-04-07T10:40:00.004-06:002011-04-07T16:09:31.131-06:00How to Use OverDrive With Your iPhone or iPad

This is a very good video explaining how to use OverDrive to download and read ebooks from the library on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad:

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-33420176247907347682011-03-25T16:47:00.001-06:002011-03-25T16:49:11.056-06:00Baby Rhyme Time

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Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-17385255372397872422011-02-23T19:51:00.003-06:002011-02-23T19:55:52.543-06:00Easter Raffle - Kobo eReader!

We are raffling a Kobo eReader, including a case, for Easter!Second prize will be a $25.00 gift card for Chapters Indigo (can now be used for ebooks as well), and the third prize will be a potted plant from Midway Flowers.Tickets: $5.00 each OR 3 tickets for $10.00Available at the Library, from board members, at local businesses, and at our table at the Trade Fair, April 8 & 9.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-57895705234505949332011-02-02T18:02:00.003-06:002011-02-23T19:45:22.302-06:00eReader Comparisons

Are you looking at purchasing an eReader, or maybe hoping to get one as a gift? If you are not aware of all the options, or are confused by the various features, check out these two websites for detailed comparisons of what is available:The eBook ReaderComparison of eBook Readers - WikipediaA reminder that the Kindle ereader does NOT allow downloading of library ebooks, so keep that in mind while

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-82010522304143430852011-01-06T15:39:00.004-06:002011-02-23T19:46:13.599-06:00Ereader Information Session

Did you get an eReader for Christmas?Do you need help figuring it out, or help downloading library books?We'll be hosting another eReader Information SessionWednesday, January 127:00 p.m.Please call to register, 567-2022

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-7157628790485893182010-11-18T15:08:00.004-06:002011-02-23T19:46:56.032-06:00Top 10 of 2010 - Teen Fiction

The top teen fiction books, as chosen by Chapters Indigo. Check out the full list here: Top Teen Fiction

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-78613892572532006602010-11-04T16:02:00.003-06:002011-02-23T19:47:20.840-06:00Prize Winners!

Winners of our Saskatchewan Library Week draws were:$25 Gift card for Chapters/Indigo Books ~ Jaclyn EdwardsChoice of books up to $25 ~ Jade ThomsonCongratulations!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-36670653765206656262010-10-06T19:30:00.003-06:002011-02-23T19:47:51.559-06:00Saskatchewan Library Week

October 18 - 25, 2010Tuesday, October 19: Join us for Coffee, muffins & cookies - all dayWednesday, October 20 - 7:00 P.M. Session on how to download eBooks and audiobooks from the library website."Book Club in a Bag" display all weekDoor prize -- one entry per checkout

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-59651571645345518952010-05-19T17:04:00.005-06:002011-02-23T19:49:13.653-06:00May Update

♦ Be sure to check our list of new books and DVDs and those that are currently "on order". You'll find the list on the right side of this blog, just scroll down a bit. :-) You are encouraged to place a hold on items that are "on order" to ensure that you get a chance to read a title before it goes out to fill holds in other regions.♦ Palliser Regional Library now has a number of Book Club Kits

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-30402869223721038142010-03-10T19:37:00.002-06:002010-03-10T19:44:09.061-06:00New Province-Wide System

As of January 13, 2010, we are part of a new, province-wide system. We are issuing new library cards, which can be used at any public library in the province. (Note that not all regions are on the new system yet, but will be coming up in the future. Currently Palliser Region, Southeast Region, Saskatoon, and Regina are online.)If you don't have your new card yet, you can stop by the library and

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-76069896519297865682009-10-14T13:05:00.003-06:002009-10-14T13:21:29.119-06:00Saskatchewan Library Week

Book & Bake SaleWednesday, October 2112:00 - 8:00 p.m. or until it's gone!We have lots of used books for sale, at .25/lbDonations of baking welcome and appreciatedCoffee & juice servedFine Free Week:Bring in a non-perishable food item for the Community Christmas Hampers and have your fines forgiven, up to $5.00. (Fines only; charges for lost or damaged books, etc. are NOT included.)

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-78358717842420049072009-10-14T13:00:00.004-06:002009-10-14T13:05:25.726-06:00Closures and Additional Open Days

Davidson Library will be CLOSED on the following dates:Wednesday, November 4 ~~ all staff will be attending training in Moose JawWednesday, November 11 ~~ Remembrance DayThe Library will be OPEN two additional days in November:Monday, November 9 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.Monday, November 16 9:30 - 11:30 a.m 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-38708573496984680972009-05-08T14:37:00.003-06:002009-05-08T14:40:20.807-06:00STORYSACKS

Storysacks Information SessionDo you like to sew?Are you crafty?Creative?Are you interested in promoting community literacy?We are looking for volunteers to help make Storysacks. We will purchase all of the supplies, but we need help in creating the Storysacks.What goes into a Storysack?A good quality storybook;Props, scenery and characters to bring the story to life;A non-fiction book book

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-39847857868179399032009-04-23T11:14:00.003-06:002009-04-23T11:19:54.320-06:00STORY TIME FOR PRESCHOOLERS

We are pleased to announce that we once again offeringStory Time for preschool children.Tuesday afternoons at 2:30Leader: Allison ZieglerJoin us for stories, singing, and fun. Spread the word!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-86799465895233703432009-03-03T13:02:00.003-06:002009-03-03T13:04:48.338-06:00Reminder: Author Reading & Writer's Workshop

Author Reading: Friday, March 6 @ 7:00 p.m.FREE Writer's Workshop: Saturday, March 7, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Details in one of the posts below.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-70117163976516460162009-02-03T20:31:00.000-06:002009-02-03T20:32:08.993-06:00Freedom to Read Week ~ February 22 - 28, 2009

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-26454614971499039932009-01-15T13:29:00.006-06:002009-02-24T10:20:36.070-06:00Writer's Workshop

We are pleased to announce that we will be holding an author reading and writer's workshop with Saskatchewan author Rebecca Grambo on March 6 & 7!Author Reading:Open to the publicFriday, March 6th, 2009 @ 7:00 p.m.at the LibraryRefreshments will be served.Writer's Workshop:"From Brain to Page"Saturday, March 7, 20099:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.at the LibraryLunch and refreshments provided. No

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-68747242499202948732008-12-10T17:23:00.003-06:002009-01-15T13:28:53.643-06:00Holiday Hours

The library will beCLOSEDDecember 24 - 26December 31 & January 1The last courier will be on December 17.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!NOTE: The courier delivery day will change to THURSDAYS, starting January 7.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-57817479910890921102008-11-19T18:29:00.003-06:002008-11-19T18:34:06.653-06:00Eating Well During the Christmas Season

Monthly Nutrition Night:Do you find it difficult to eat healthy while eating out during the holiday season, while you're Christmas shopping or attending the round of Christmas parties? Registered Dietitian Laura Allan will discuss how to make wise food choices during this hectic and tempting time of year. Please join us for this informative evening.Wednesday, November 26th7:00 p.m.at the Library

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-36131619140806805372008-10-28T15:10:00.006-06:002008-12-17T19:43:42.148-06:00Pathfinders

Pathfinders are guides to help you find information on specific topics, both online and from the library. I have created a pathfinder for a project for an Introduction to Reference class, and am providing a link on this blog. In the future I may create more pathfinders and will add them.Here is the link to the first one. Perimenopause and Menopause Pathfinder I will also provide a link to this

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-54248913844990635652008-10-28T14:57:00.002-06:002008-10-28T15:08:05.106-06:00Project Porchlight

Palliser Regional Libraries were distributing energy efficient CFL lightbulbs to residents throughout Sask. Library Week, through Project Porchlight. Davidson Library was not included because we are to be supplied by a different agency. However, Palliser had some surplus bulbs that they have given to us to distribute.Please stop by the library and pick up your FREE compact flourescent light bulb

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-53075470978313342722008-10-09T11:25:00.005-06:002008-10-15T18:26:50.764-06:00Saskatchewan Library Week

Library Power!Join us for Saskatchewan Library WeekOctober 20-27.Tuesday, Oct. 21 ~ Stop in for coffee & muffinsWednesday, Oct. 22 ~ Monthly Nutrition Night, "Heart Health"Thursday, Oct. 23 ~ Story Time for Preschoolers with Arlene Low @ 10:00 a.m.Friday, Oct. 24 ~ Freebie Friday. We will have some of our used books on display, stop by and check them out, and get one FREE used/discarded book.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-72170012902733681552008-09-04T10:27:00.003-06:002008-09-04T10:33:41.195-06:00Nutrition Night

Get Your Kids on the Right Track to Healthy EatingJoin us for the first of our monthly Nutrition Nights.Wednesday, September 24th @ 7:00 p.m.Registered Dietitian Laura Allan will be on hand to discuss the nutritional needs of school aged children and answer any questions parents may have. Please come out to enjoy this informative evening at the library. Coffee will be on.We are planning monthly

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-9603254465139980362008-08-13T17:58:00.003-06:002008-08-13T18:03:30.085-06:00Will it break?

Dropping their egg-creations...Some of them never even survived the invention process, rolling off the tables...It was a rainy day, and we were few in number, but it seemed that a good time was had, and the rain stopped in time for the outdoor testing of the inventions.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-50301430601662866222008-08-01T16:41:00.002-06:002008-08-01T16:43:00.698-06:00"Egg"-citing Inventions ~ Summer Reading Club

A reminder that there is NO Summer Reading Club activity on August 6th.Join us again on Wednesday, August 13th for "Egg"-citing Inventions". Come dressed for outdoor activity.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-8022196150214644632008-08-01T13:23:00.000-06:002008-08-01T13:27:22.016-06:00"Breaking Dawn" winner

The lucky winner of the new Stephenie Meyer book “Breaking Dawn” is Alyssa H. of Assiniboia. Congratulations!The book is released tomorrow -- we hope to have our copy soon!

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-89167735405370534132008-07-17T11:05:00.005-06:002008-07-17T11:16:04.058-06:00Twilight Saga books are in!

Our books have arrived! We just received Twilight, New Moon, and Eclipse, the first three books of Stephenie Meyers' Twilight Saga. The fourth book in the series, Breaking Dawn, comes out on August 2nd, so if you read fast you might have time to get the first three read before it comes out! Then, if you are between the ages of 13 & 18, you can enter our contest (see post further down) and let us

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-11799135047332469102008-07-16T16:19:00.003-06:002008-07-16T16:28:35.185-06:00Doggone funny!

We had a great time with storyteller Patty Perry today! How appropriate that her theme was dogs, and we'd planned a hot dog lunch to follow... ;-)31 kids.... 4 dozen hot dogs... lots of laughs. :-)

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-62695236520817638122008-07-11T15:58:00.004-06:002008-07-11T16:04:07.519-06:00Upcoming for kids...

Wednesday, July 16th at 10:00 a.m.Join us for stories, riddles, jokes with Storyteller Patty PerryFree hot dog lunch to follow. Ages 12 and under.*~*~*~*~*~*Wednesday, July 23rd at 2:00 p.m.Scavenger Hunt!Come dressed for the outdoors.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-84080436768608299082008-07-09T17:54:00.006-06:002008-07-09T18:13:49.894-06:00Kooky Christmas in July

Yup, it was Christmas here today!!! We had 13 children out to enjoy the festivities. :-) See the slide show on the right for more pictures.

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-30373699639089950882008-07-03T15:01:00.003-06:002008-07-03T15:17:46.688-06:00Summer Reading Club off to a great start

Yesterday was our first activity day for the Summer Reading Club. We had 17 kids come out and by the sounds coming from downstairs they seemed to be having a blast! Next week's theme is "Kooky Christmas in July" -- bring the kids out for some crazy fun. (I wonder if Santa will show up?!)We have 30 kids registered so far, and we hope they do LOTS of reading this summer. Each time a child or teen

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-83391057268213990192008-07-03T14:33:00.004-06:002008-07-07T14:31:39.233-06:00Contest for Teens!

You fell in love with the first three books... Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse...On August 2nd the love story continues with Breaking Dawn.And Palliser Regional Library is giving away a copy of this fabulous new book to one lucky reader!To enter the draw, fill out a ballot (available at the library) and vote -- who do YOU think Bella should end up with? Should she spend eternity with Edward? Or live

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-74488935302973827882008-06-26T19:10:00.002-06:002008-06-27T11:36:46.755-06:00Book Reviews for everyone

Read a good book lately? Or maybe a bad one! Let us know! Email us a short review, and we'll post it, along with your first name -- unless you wish to remain anonymous, of course.Not sure what to write? Tell us a bit about the book -- without giving away important plot twists or the ending! -- and let us know why you did or didn't like it. If you don't want to write a review but just want to

Davidson Branch Palliser Regional Libraryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07287648190742858334noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680078329786897274.post-22852740465574407152008-06-26T13:39:00.007-06:002008-06-27T12:29:55.415-06:00Teen (Summer) Reading Club ~ "I Liked the Book Better"

For the first time ever, Palliser Regional Library is hosting a Summer Reading Club just for Teens. If you're between the ages 13 - 18, then you're eligible to join. There will be lots of great prizes all summer long, including a Nintendo Wii, a digital camera, and an mp3 player!The official start date is June 25th, 2008 so you can sign up at any time. Go to the Teen SRC Website and click Create

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Join us for some giggles and laughs this summer! Our Summer Reading Club for children up to 12 years old will be led this year by Nicole Baldwin and Tabitha Woodman. They will have lots of fun activities throughout the summer. Here's the schedule, and we'll update with more information once we have some details worked out:Wednesday, July 2 & 9 @ 2:00 p.m.Wednesday, July 16 @ 10:00 a.m.

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