(Chelsea Update would like to thank Bob Milbrodt for the information in this story.)
Chelsea District Library Director Lori Coryell and Head of Information Services Keegan Sulecki updated the Chelsea Kiwanis Club members about library programs and events.
Our librarians brought two topics to our club last Monday. First is the Summer Reading Program. Sulecki told members that kids can lose a month of reading competency during the summer if they are not practicing. This program works to prevent that by offering incentives, and by letting children select their choice of books – not those assigned by the teacher.
The program begins this Wednesday, June 12, immediately after school lets out for the summer. Last year, more than 800 people packed the lawn of the library for the Summer Reading Program kickoff. All ages can read for fun and prizes, even “Listeners”, those too young to read. Some of the attractions while picking up a reading log include an inflatable planetarium and ice cream.
The second topic is the millage renewal to be voted upon on Aug. 6. The library emphasizes that this not an increase, and encourages eligible voters to come to the polls and support the library. Lori Coryell told us the many ways the library is part of the community. Programs are offered to appeal to all age groups.
The library also has several items that can be lent, besides books, music, and movies. These are “garage” type items, like a hand truck to move heavy boxes. Also, the library has delivered 974 items to people’s homes, for those unable to visit the library.
Last Tuesday, our club celebrated with third, fourth, and fifth graders who had improved their grade point averages over the school year. The Kiwanis Bring Up Grades Program recognizes those students that may not have the best grades, but who have worked hard and shown improvement. Besides receiving their certificates, kids enjoyed lots of pizza at the party.
Monday, we will recap our second visit this week to South Meadows Elementary. We were happy to bring our food concession trailer to be part of their annual Ice Cream Social.
Chelsea Kiwanis meets each Monday at 6:15 p.m. in the St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Hospital cafeteria, and the speakers begin at about 6:45 p.m.
Everyone is invited to the club’s meetings to enjoy our speakers and learn about Kiwanis.
Go to www.kiwanisclubofchelsea.org for more information.
