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VOLUME 6 VOLUME MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM’S QUARTERLY NEWSMAGAZINE

ISSUE 4

WINTER 2014

enjoy your public library inside and PLUS profile out calendar book review Marion County Public Library’s Quarterly Newsmagazine Volume 6 | Issue 4 | Winter 2014 a Marion County Public Library 2720 East Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, Florida 34470 word 352-368-4507 FROM THE email: [email protected] website: http://library.marioncountyfl.org DIRECTOR By Julie Sieg Library Director: Julie Sieg Director, Marion County Public Library System NEWSMAGAZINE STAFF: Publisher: The Friends of The Ocala Public Library Editor: Karen M. Jensen Library Community Liaison Writers: Kristen Calvert-Nelson, he children on our front cover of WORDS make me smile! I hope Diane Johnson, Linda Porter, Ken Tipper they make you smile as well. This photo captured one moment in a happy, carefree morning in the sun at the Belleview Public Library. Photos: Steve Floethe, Pat Lakin The three are having a joyful time on the Born Learning Trail … Concept Team: Pat Anderson, Karen actively laughing, engaged and intent in what they were doing and without Costello, Domina Daughtrey, Diane T Johnson, Michelle Risko, Roseanne a care in the world. The trail, installed approximately two and a half years Russo, Lee Schwartz, Susan Valle ago, offers the opportunity for children to interact with others, learn, be Distribution: Susan Valle active and explore their environment. At the headquarters library in Ocala, I have had the pleasure of being witness to hundreds of such interactive, special moments between children or between children and their caregivers. Witnessing grandma encouraging onthecover: Suzie to identify the green frog or the yellow duck or listening to mom (L–R): Brianna Jones, Claire Onorato asking Joey to point out the blue circle or orange triangle or watching Johnny and Alex Jergens enjoy Belleview Public Library’s “Born Learning Trail.” carefully step on each letter of the alphabet as he calls them out to dad, these Photo by Pat Lakin are all unexpected benefits of having the Born Learning Trail right outside my office window. It is gratifying to know that the creators of the Born Learning Trail recognized that painted shapes, numbers on a hopscotch game and alphabet circles could create such a learning-rich and engaging environment. Ten signs are also posted to give caregivers helpful tips on how to encourage their children to get the most out of their use of the Born Learning Trail experience. Sing, ask, listen, observe, laugh, pretend, compare, clap, skip and describe are just some of the words used on the signs to make the use of the trail more meaningful. We are so thankful to the United Way’s Women’s Leadership Council Women of Worth and the Early Learning Coalition for selecting three of our library locations — Headquarters-Ocala, Belleview and Forest — to be the recipients of these Born Learning Trails.

The Marion County Public Library System is a department of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners and is funded by them through general funds. The WORDS newsmagazine is funded by the Friends of the Ocala Public Library, Inc.

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2 words Winter 2014 library.marioncountyfl.org words 3 Outdoors at Your Library Born Learning Trails, Native Plant Gardens and Other Delights

Await Those Who Think Outside the Building by Karen Jensen

cala/Marion County is famous for its verdant national forest, natural Osprings and mild, sunny winters. Hik- ers, bikers, swimmers, birders, golfers and horseback riders are just a few of the outdoor enthusiasts who either call Ocala/Marion County home or a desti-

We want children (and adults) to go outside and play and learn…right at your li- The Born Learning brary. For those who want to enjoy their Trails are ideal for public library inside out, let’s start in by promoting interaction going out!

‘‘between young Your public library is always looking children and their for new and different ways to connect caregivers. They with the community and making the

outdoors another dimension for learn- assist, not only with ing just makes sense. By connecting fun activities such as children and adults with the environ- hopscotch, but also ‘‘ ment and nature, the end result is an en- nation spot on their quest for outstanding hanced overall learning experience that outdoor experiences. As you are check- provide opportunities provides a better understanding of and ing off ways to enjoy the great outdoors to improve language appreciation for Marion County’s abun- this winter, consider that many of your and literacy skills dant natural resources. Marion County Public Library System through the activities In 2012, a grant from United Way of locations include outdoor venues as well. on each sign. Marion County’s Women’s Leadership Yes, it’s true. Just in case you, your Council Women of Worth provided for family or friends need another reason to the implementation of three new Born beat a path to the nearest public library — ROSEANN FRICKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE EARLY Learning Trails at Forest, Belleview and location, let us put you on the right trail. LEARNING COALITION OF MARION COUNTY

2 words Winter 2014 library.marioncountyfl.org words 3 the approach to the new building. The Friends wanted the garden to be in keeping with the new architectural building style, blend with the esthetics of the surrounding wooded grounds and be low maintenance. With these goals in mind, the Friends selected the UF-IFAS Extension “Florida Yards and Neighbor- hood” principles to guide them in their efforts. Funded by public support and proceeds from book sales, the Friends installed drought resistant, low maintenance plants, stepping stones, benches and a statue of a child reading to provide enjoyment for library users and the public. The garden is completely funded and maintained by the Friends of the Dun- nellon Public Library and community supporters. Recently, the Belleview Public Li- brary also became the focal point of native gardening interests. Members of the Marion “Big Scrub” chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS) led a contingent of dedicated volunteers and community members in the installation of the Belleview Public Library Native Plant Garden. The garden, which features over 400 native plants and wild Headquarters-Ocala public libraries. A flowers, was made possible by a grant partnership effort between United Way from the Florida Wildflower Foundation and the Early Learning Coalition of and a bequest from the estate of Helen Marion County/Success by Six and the R. Latus. The garden provides a won- Marion County Public Library System derful environment to learn about and was the inspiration behind the installa- appreciate the natural wonders of cen- tion of these new outdoor learning trails. tral Florida. Both winged and walking The interactive trails contain a series guests visit the garden each day; bees, of 10 educational trail signs designed The Belleview Public birds, butterflies, adults and children

to help adults interact with their young Library’s wildflower find the experience tantalizing. children in order to boost language skills garden provides Another aspect of interest is for geo- and early literacy development.

‘‘an opportunity caching enthusiasts. If you are eager to Native plant gardens are another op- search out new outdoor locations, come portunity for children and adults to learn for people in the find a stockpile of caches concealed at about the Florida environment at their community to learn ‘‘ the various public library locations. public library. Both Belleview and Dun- the value of a Check out the public library system’s nellon public libraries offer a glimpse “created habitat,” geocache holdings at geocaching.com to of a variety of native Florida plants and both in public find those hidden prizes! environmentally-friendly garden main- So what are you waiting for? This tenance efforts. spaces and in their winter, and throughout the year, come When the new Dunnellon Public Li- own backyards. enjoy all that the Marion County Public brary opened its doors in 2008, the Library System has to offer—both in- Friends of the Dunnellon Public Library — TARYN EVANS PRESIDENT, MARION BIG SCRUB CHAPTER OF THE side and out! gw began plans for a garden to enhance FLORIDA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY

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A HEALTHIER YOU!By Kristen Calvert Nelson anuary 1st is right around the corner, Bruner will be at the Headquarters-Ocala and that means it’s time to make your Public Library this January to give you the New Year’s resolution. The resolu- insider’s scoop on how to become a healthier tionJ at the top of most Americans’ list is you. Brittney will explain how simply walk- improving overall health, yet typically only ing can lead to major health benefits. Plus eight percent of people achieve their New she’ll give some locations for the best places Year’s resolution. to walk in Ocala. Fortunately, Marion County residents have For still more inspiration, yoga instructor the advantage when it comes to keeping those Jeri Lynn Schwietert will also be on hand to resolutions. Florida’s mild winter combined give a demonstration of yoga poses sure to in- with Marion County’s countless parks and crease balance, flexibility and health. recreational spots should make sticking with Want to get healthy this year and keep that those resolutions that much easier. resolution? Join us at the Headquarters-Ocala Not sure where to start? Marion County Public Library on Jan. 21 at 3 p.m. for New Health and Wellness Coordinator Brittney Year: New You. gw Love Is In The Air: THE D.I.Y. WEDDING By Kristen Calvert Nelson

ongratulations! You’re get- wedding without going into debt. available to provide you with inspira- ting married! You even set The ever-popular “shabby-chic” style tion and ideas. a date. But where will you wedding is a wedding theme that is both In addition to these materials, the getC married? Who will prepare the food? elegant and can be achieved on a budget. Marion County Public Library System Should you even serve food? These Traditionally set outdoors or in a barn, is hosting a very special D.I.Y. wed- questions and many, many more encom- Marion County is the perfect place for ding planning program to teach you pass the soon-to-be bride’s thoughts in a “shabby-chic” wedding. Horse country the tricks of the trade. Join us at the the months before The Big Day. offers many reasonably priced locations Headquarters-Ocala Public Library Wedding planning is a taxing process. that are naturally beautiful and lend for Love Is in the Air: The D.I.Y. Hunting for the perfect venue, caterer, themselves to this theme. Wedding Thursday, Feb. 26, at 6 p.m. florist and other vendors takes time and Looking for a way to plan your wed- Discover the art of flower arranging, the costs add up quickly. In 2013, the ding for a bit less? The Marion County centerpiece making and D.I.Y. photo cost of the average American wedding Public Library System has countless booths—all on a budget. hit an all-time high at $30,000. In to- resources to get you started. Every- Make your “big day” exactly what day’s economy, many couples are look- thing from craft books to wedding you want it to be, and save some ing for creative ways to have a beautiful planning and organizational books are money along the way! gw

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et’s recall some key moments when you first fell needed it, the library was staffed with professionals to help in love with your public library. Do you remember you and your child with that school assignment due the very the many breathtaking adventures you took next day. Whew! Laround the world without ever leaving your chair? Can you Fall in love again with your library. Your public library appreciate, once again, that wonderful feeling when you wants to maintain a connection with you. It is an active located just the right book to help you with a new craft or center for community engagement and provides you, your hobby you’ve been aching to try? family and friends with the opportunity to find information, Or perhaps you care to relive the moment you sat with inspiration and empowerment. We want to provide you with the librarian in the genealogy room. Can you recall mak- opportunities to read, learn, access and connect with the ing that great family lineage discovery? Or, remember the world around you today and every day! moment you sighed with relief when you learned the library So, come on, don’t be shy. Declare your undying love for held age- appropriate story times for each of your children? your library. Say it loud and clear, for all to hear: I Love My

And who can forget the weekend when your teenager partic- Library! gw Cover art courtesy of publishers. ipated in CREATE (Colossal, Reading, Artsy, Teen, Event)? You both loved it! How cool was that? And, when you most

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a Good Book! DISCOVER Reviewed By Linda Porter

ome people say that the most dangerous animal in the woods at night is the one carrying a flashlight. That’s certainly true for Park Ranger Anna Pigeon in Nevada Barr’s new novel, “Destroyer Angel.” Anna and two Sfemale friends and their daughters are camping in a remote area of Minnesota when their camp is attacked by four men. The men, bad to the bone, plan to ab- duct Leah, a very wealthy designer of equipment for disabled campers. Heath, a paraplegic, is giving Leah’s designs a test run. She and her daughter, Katie, are just collateral damage for the kidnappers. Anna was off on a solo evening canoe float on the Fox River when the attackers assault the women. She becomes their worst enemy, striking like the mythical wendigo as she attempts to rescue her friends. That’s just the beginning of an edge-of-your-seat read, just what Nevada Barr’s many fans expect of her novels. Nevada Barr’s novels reveal the sometimes deadly beauty of America’s national parks while exploring the enigma of why people do things, especially horrible things, to other people. “Destroyer Angel” is a psychological thriller you won’t want to put down. gw

NOVELIST PLUS If you enjoy books like “Destroyer Angel” you might wonder how to find similar books in the Library’s collection. So many books, so little time! Try the Novelist Plus database available on the Library’s website. This is an outstanding resource for booklovers who want to make more informed choices about how to use their precious reading time. Learn about favorite authors, find ‘read-alike’ books, read reviews, and track series. Novelist Plus offers terrific recommendations that are sure to please. Like Nevada Barr? You’ll also enjoy C.J. Box’s mysteries about Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett. Want more? Try Craig Johnson’s series featuring Sheriff Walt Longmire of Absaroka County.

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early everyone likes to travel, but sometimes staycations and armchair travel are the way to go. The Marion County Public Library System has a large collection of books, magazines and DVDs that will help you plan a tripN or enjoy one in your imagination. Viewers who love the outdoors will particularly appreciate Ken Burns’ “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea” DVD series. You might like to subscribe to Next Reads, a collection of email newsletters of targeted reading suggestions that includes Armchair Travel. Subscribe to Next Reads by clicking on Search the Library Databases on the right side of the screen on the Cover art courtesy of publishers. Library’s website. You’ll find the link just above Novelist Plus. gw

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All library programs are free and open to the public. Registration/tickets may be required. aficionado Jim Phillips. Lots of cool fun PROGRAMS FOR SPECIAL EVENT for all! ALL AGES African American Read-In Starry, Starry Night Sunday, Feb. 22, 2 p.m. Explore the cosmos! Derek Headquarters-Ocala Demeter, director of the Celebrate the 26th National African Buehler Planetarium at American Read-In with a rich heritage Seminole State College is in literature, film, music and art. Readers, our guide for a closer look performers and listeners of all ages are at the stars and planets in our night sky. welcome! Contact the library if you are Telescopes provided for viewing. interested in performing or reading. Perfectly Preposterous Monday, Jan. 12, 6:30 p.m. HOLIDAY PROGRAMS Penguin Party Fort McCoy Public Library AND EVENTS Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. Belleview Public Library Tuesday, Jan. 13, 6:30 p.m. Ocala Harmony Penguins, penguins, everywhere! The Belleview Public Library Barbershop Chorus library has been overrun by the coolest Tuesday, Jan. 27, 6:30 p.m. Ring out and sing out the year! Join in birds in the world. Enjoy frantic antics, Forest Public Library a celebration of seasonal music and games, crafts, treats and surprises. harmony performed by these melodic Bring the whole brood and waddle Be Heard Through Movement ladies of barbershop. over for a good time! with Brittney S. Bell Tuesday, Feb. 10, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2 p.m. Happy Magical New Year Dunnellon Public Library Dunnellon Public Library with Brian LaPalme Experience African dance as never Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2 p.m. Add dazzle to your new year with the before with local professional Brittney S. Belleview Public Library magical talents of Brian LaPalme. His Bell and her students. Founded in 2012 by Ms. Bell, BHTM represents diversity Monday, Dec. 8, 2 p.m. illusions will astound you! Forest Public Library delivered through dance. Stunning! Saturday, Dec. 20, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Reddick Public Library Tom & Debbie O’Carroll’s Freedom Public Library Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2 p.m. Irish Magic Show Wednesday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m. Polar Express Headquarters-Ocala Public Library Tickets available 1:30 p.m. Ages 5-12. Belleview Public Library Thursday, Dec. 4, 6-7:30 p.m. Tom O’Carroll, one of Ireland’s finest Headquarters-Ocala Public Library Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m. folk singers, and his wife Debbie, a Don your pajamas and hop aboard Marion Oaks Public Library magician and actress, combine stage “The Polar Express” for a fun-filled night Saturday, Jan. 3, 2 p.m. magic, songs, poetry and stories into a of stories, crafts, and more based on Forest Public Library master work of Irish culture. Fun for all! the classic Chris Van Allsburg title. All Saturday, Jan. 10, Noon ages welcome. Belleview Public Library Arctic Blast Saturday, Jan. 10, 1 p.m. Belleview Public Library Ages 10-12. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m. Registration required. Forest Public Library A wintery blast of stories, crafts and fun Saturday, Jan. 17, 1 p.m. is blowing in, complete with ice cream! Dunnellon Public Library Enjoy a scoop as you get the scoop on Saturday, Jan. 24, 1 p.m. the history of ice cream with ice cream Fort McCoy Public Library

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FOR TEENS Mary Breu YALLA! Last Letters from Attu: The True Story of Etta Be a part of your library and make the Jones, Alaska Pioneer library experience a better one for and Japanese POW all! Join Young Adults Leading Library Thursday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m. Awareness. Connect with other teens Dunnellon Public Library and develop plans for future programs Mary Breu relates a and services. Yes! You will earn remarkable story of her volunteer hours for service. great-aunt’s courage Tuesdays, Dec. 2, Jan. 6, Feb. 3, 5 p.m. when captured as a prisoner of war Belleview Public Library by the Japanese after the invasion of the tiny island of Attu, Alaska. Wednesdays, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, 5 p.m. Headquarters-Ocala Public Library Follow-up program: Wednesdays, Dec.3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, 5 p.m. Subsistence Living in a Dunnellon Public Library Native Alaskan Village Wednesdays, Dec. 17, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, 3:30 p.m. Forest Public Library Belleview Public Library Thursdays, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2 p.m. Freedom Public Library Forest Public Library

MEET THE AUTHORS Featured Author for Children! Featured Author For Adults! Eric Litwin Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Pete the Cat Theatre presents The Bob H. Lee Backcountry Saturday, Feb. 28, 4 p.m. Selfish Giant’s Garden Headquarters-Ocala Public Library Lawman: True Saturday, Feb. 14, 2 p.m. Tickets distributed beginning Saturday, Stories from a Florida Belleview Public Library Feb. 21. World-renowned puppeteer Jerry Game Warden Bickel and his wooden marionettes Saturday, Dec. 6, 3 p.m. bring a classic fairy tale to life! Fort McCoy Public Library FOR ADULTS Retired fish and game officer recounts his adventures Antiques with John Sikorski! chasing poachers and wildlife law Thursday, Jan. 8, 1 p. m. violators on the Ocklawaha and St. Dunnellon Public Library Johns rivers. Author Bob Lee brings Have a treasure in your attic? Find out the wild outdoors into our lives with his when local antique and collectible natural flair for story as he relates the expert John Sikorski does a quick often humorous tales of his daily work. examination. Limit one item per person. No guns, coins or stamps. Terri DuLong Farewell to Two Takes on a Dream: Cedar Key Mary McLeod Bethune Thursday, Jan. 29, 2 p.m. & Zora Neale Hurston Dunnellon Public Library Saturday, Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m. Florida author Terri Sing, tap and move with Mr. Eric, Dunnellon Public Library DuLong discusses a guitar strumming, book writing, Chatauqua performers, Ersula Odom the sixth book in her harmonica blowing, song singing, Knox and Phyllis McEwen, portray these Cedar Key series. Set folksy, fun type of guy and creator of two iconic women and provide insight in the heart of Florida’s Nature Coast, the equally zany Pete the Cat books on their differing views of attaining the this is a delightful addition to the genre and a new musical series, The Nuts! goals of the civil rights movement. Gain of needlecraft-inspired books. Books will be available for purchase an understanding of their vision for and signing by the author. For children Presented the future of race in America. 3-12 years with caregivers. through the Florida Humanities Council. Funding for this program was provided through a grant from the Florida Humanities Council with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the Florida Humanities Council or the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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Online Potpourri Makerspace HEADQUARTERS- Feb. 4 Pronunciator Wednesdays, 2 p.m. Feb. 11 Book Lovers Online Dec. 10, Feb. 11 OCALA Feb. 18 Invest Wisely Tinker, design, and create! For ages 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala Feb. 25 Protect Yourself from Identity Theft 5-12. 352-671-8551 Genealogy Help Center Programs are sponsored, either in whole or part, by Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Spectacular Sundays the Friends of the Ocala Public Library. Jan. 7-Feb. 25 for Tweens SPECIAL EVENT Genealogy gurus from the Marion Sundays, 2 p.m. County Genealogical Society assists Activities for ages 10-12. Registration African American Read-In with your search. required. Sunday, Feb. 22, 2 p.m. See Program Spotlight. Dec. 14 80’s Flashback Help Center for E-books Jan. 11 Book-Tasting Party HOLIDAY PROGRAMS and Digital Audio Feb. 15 Sweets for My Sweet Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. See Program Spotlight for details and other Jan. 7-Feb. 25 Preschool Club locations. Need help getting started? Good Saturdays, 2 p.m. Polar Express books are just a click away! Dec. 20, Jan. 17, Feb. 21 Thursday, Dec. 4, 6-7:30 p.m. Fun-filled library activities for ages 3-5 Happy Magical New Year Tuesday Night Book Club with caregivers. with Brian LaPalme Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2 p.m. Join lively book discussions! Merry Holiday Movie Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2 p.m. Jan. 13 Me Before You by Jojo Moyes Ages 5-12 and their families. MEET THE AUTHOR Feb. 10 The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot Eric Litwin Super Saturdays Pete the Cat Wednesday Widgets: Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 4 p.m. Ages 5-12 and families. Tickets distributed beginning Saturday, New Year, New You! Wednesday, Jan. 21, 3 p.m. Feb. 21. See Program Spotlight. Dec. 27 Family Art Party Marion County Health and Wellness Jan. 24 Science Everywhere Coordinator Brittney Bruner and yoga SPECIAL PROGRAM STORY TIMES FOR ADULTS instructor Jeri Lynn Schwietert will explain the benefits of walking, yoga Jan. 6-Feb. 12 Love Is In the Air and other activities for a healthier you. A variety of stories, songs and activities for young Thursday, Feb. 26, 6 p.m. children with caregivers. Planning a wedding? Get tips for PROGRAMS FOR TEENS Terrific Threes planning on a budget from flower Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. arranging to D.I.Y. photo booths. Manga-licious! Teen Book Club Fabulous Fours & Fives PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Tuesdays, 4 p.m. Tuesdays, 1:15 p.m. Dec. 2, Jan. 6, Feb. 3 The Monday Matinee High-energy talks about all things Toddling Twos Mondays, 2 p.m. manga and anime. Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. Movies for adults and teens ages 13+. Anyone younger must be YALLA! Bouncing Babies Thursdays, 10:15 a.m. accompanied by an adult. Co-sponsored Wednesdays, 5 p.m. by Golden Flake. Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4 For infants-23 months. See Program Spotlight. Jan. 5 SPECIAL STORY TIMES Jan. 12 Just for Teens! Jan. 26 Tuesdays, 5 p.m. Mother Goose Story Time Feb. 2 Be inspired and create! Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. Feb. 9 Jan. 20 Stunning Stenciling! Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7 Feb. 23 Feb. 17 Painting Literary Bookends! A musical nursery rhyme Wired Wednesdays romp for infants-36 months Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN with caregivers. Learn about computers and B.E.A.R. Time! databases. Space is limited. Monday-Friday, 3:30 p.m. Sleepy Story Time Dec. 1-Feb. 27 Thursdays, 6:15 p.m. Computers for Beginners Be excited about reading and hear Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12 Jan. 7 I Turned on My Computer, Now Soothing stories for young What? great stories! children (pj attire welcome!) Jan. 14 Basic Internet with caregivers. Jan. 21 Basic Keyboarding Jan. 28 Basic Word

10 words Winter 2014 library.marioncountyfl.org calendar 11 words architects unite! Put your your unite! Put architects ® library.marioncountyfl.org Jan. 13-Feb. 26 A variety of stories, songs and activities for young children with caregivers. Adventures Preschool Wednesdays,10:30 a.m. For ages 3-5 Time Toddler Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. For infants-age 2 Art Eyes Before Your Fridays, a.m.-noon 10 Dec.5, Feb. 6 See the creative side oflife with the East. Gallery artists from Flicks Family Selected days, 2 p.m. Movie fun for the whole family! Jan. 16 Jan. 30 Feb. 16 Structure Club Junction Saturdays, 2 p.m. Feb. 21 Jan. 17, LEGO PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN B.E.A.R. Time! Tuesdays, 4 p.m. Jan. 13–Feb. 24 Be excited about reading and hear stories! great TIMESSTORY Magic Effects Workshop Magic Effects Workshop LaPalme Brian with Saturday, Jan. 1 p.m. 10, (following magic show) Limited children to ages 10-12. Required registration begins Jan. 2. PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES Crafts for a Cause Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Help create to an afghan benefit to County! Marion of Hospice Unplugged Games Family First and Third Thursdays, 3 p.m. Dec. 4–Feb. 19 games! board Play bored! be Don’t imagination in gear! in imagination

Presented by UF/IFAS Marion County Health in your Garden Health and Wellness Resources eBooks for eReaders Basic Microsoft Word Gardening & A Q Pruning Introduction to the Computer Mouse Play Basic Internet Basic Email Internet Safety Basic Microsoft Word Co-sponsored by Golden Flake. What’s in Grandma’s Attic? Presented by UF/IFAS Marion County Service. Extension Master Gardeners; UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Extension County Marion UF/IFAS Gardeners; Master Service. Tuesdays, 5 p.m. Dec. 2, Jan. 6, Feb. 3 Thursday Get-Togethers Thursday Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Get together for a variety of conversations. Jan. 15 PROGRAMS FOR TEENS TWEENS AND See Program Spotlight for details and other locations. South!YALLA Health eWorld Health Feb. 19 Feb. 26 Tonight Tech Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Ticketsavailable at 5:30 p.m. you! for advice Technology Jan. 13 Feb. 10 Basic Computer Classes Computer Basic Thursdays, 1 p.m. Jan. 8–Feb. 26 Ticketsdistributed at 12:30 p.m. and computers about Learn databases. Computers for Beginners Jan. 8 Jan. 5 Feb. 2 Matinee Movie Tuesday Tuesdays, 1 p.m. For adults and teens Anyone 13+. younger must be accompanied a by parent. Jan. 6 Jan. 13 Jan. 20 Jan. 27 Feb. 3 Feb. 10 Feb. 17 Feb. 24 Jan. 15 Jan. 22 Jan. 29 Feb. 5 Feb. 12 Ask Your Master Gardener Your Ask Mondays, 6 p.m. Learn gardening techniques from the masters!

BLURT Performance Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Biographies Ain’t She Sweet Susan by Elizabeth Phillips

Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. Jan. 8, Feb. 12 Dec. 11, Genealogy the gurus from Genealogy Roundtable assist with your search. Genealogy Help Center Help Genealogy Dec. 9 Jan. 13 Feb. 10 Tuesdays, a.m. 10 Share of life a love and literature. Thursday, Feb. 19, 3:30Thursday, Feb. 19, p.m. See Program Spotlight. PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Random Tuesday Book Club Subsistence Living in a Village Alaskan Native Saturday, Feb. 2 p.m. 14, MEET THE AUTHOR Mary Breu Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Puppet Pieces Bits ‘N Theatre The presents Selfish Giant’s Garden Tom & Debbie O’Carroll’s O’Carroll’s Debbie & Tom Show Magic Irish 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, Starry, Starry Night Starry, Tuesday, Jan. 6:30 13, p.m. Saturday, Jan. Noon 10, PROGRAMSSPECIAL See Program Spotlight for details and other locations. Happy Magical New Year Year New Magical Happy LaPalme Brian with Perfectly Preposterous Penguin Party Saturday, a.m. Dec. 10 13, Ocala Harmony Harmony Ocala Barbershop Chorus Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2 p.m. See Program Spotlight for details and other locations. Programs are sponsored, either in whole or part, by the Friends of the Belleview Public Library. PROGRAMS HOLIDAY AND EVENTS 13145 SE Highway 484,13145 Belleview 352-438-2500 BELLEVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY Winter 2014 calendar

DUNNELLON PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS PROGRAMS FOR TEENS Master Gardener’s YALLA West! PUBLIC LIBRARY Plant Clinic Wednesdays, 5 p.m. 20351 Robinson Road, Dunnellon Tuesdays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Dec.3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4 352-438-2520 Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3 See Program Spotlight. Programs are sponsored, either in whole or part, by The plant doctors are in! Presented by UF/ Yoga for Teens the Friends of the Dunnellon Public Library. IFAS Marion County Master Gardeners; UF/IFAS Saturday, Jan. 10, 1 p.m. Marion County Extension Service. HOLIDAY PROGRAMS Introduction to basic stretching and Help Center for E-books yoga positions for increased flexibility See Program Spotlight for details and other locations. and Digital Audio and health. Bring a towel or mat. Thursdays, 10 a.m.-noon Ocala Harmony Dec. 4-Feb. 27 Duct Tape Creations Barbershop Chorus Need help getting started? Good Saturday, Feb. 7, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2 p.m. books are just a click away! Set your imagination free! Reservations Happy Magical New Year recommended. with Brian LaPalme Drop-In Book Club Thursdays, 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, 1 p.m. PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES Share a love of life and literature. Family Flicks Dec. 18 King and Maxwell by David SPECIAL PROGRAMS Saturdays, 11 a.m. Baldacci See Program Spotlight for details and other Movie fun for the whole family! locations. Jan. 15 We Are All Welcome Here by Elizabeth Berg Jan. 3 Antiques with John Sikorski! Feb. 19 Tiger’s Wife by Tea Obreht Jan. 31 Thursday, Jan. 8, 1 p. m. Limit one item per person. No guns, Wired Wednesdays PAWSitive Fun with Terra, coins or stamps. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. the Therapy Dog Jan. 7-Feb.25 Mondays, 4-6 p.m. Be Heard Through Movement Learn about computers and Jan. 5-Feb. 27 with Brittney S. Bell databases. Space is limited. Listen to great stories or read to Terra, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 6:30 p.m. our canine listener. Jan. 7 Publisher Two Takes on a Dream: Jan. 14 Legal Information Reference Yoga for Babies Mary McLeod Bethune Center Wednesday, Jan. 21, 11 a.m. & Zora Neale Hurston Jan. 21 Social Media Practice yoga movements with your Saturday, Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m. Jan. 28 Email and Beyond baby for relaxation and stress relief. History comes to life with this Feb. 4 Pronunciator Florida Humanities Council special Feb 11 Pinterest Feb. 18 Moviemaker presentation. Feb 25 Valueline MEET THE AUTHORS Friday Movies See Program Spotlight for details and locations. Fridays, 1 p.m. Terri DuLong For adults and teens 13+. Anyone Farewell to Cedar Key younger must be accompanied by a Thursday, Jan. 29, 2 p.m. parent. Jan. 9 Mary Breu Feb. 6 Last Letters from Attu Feb. 27 Thursday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m. Genealogy Help Center Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Jan. 16, Feb. 13 Genealogy gurus assist with your Construction Junction Friday, Jan. 30, 2 p.m. search. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. Ask Your Master Gardener Don your hard hat and build! Tuesdays, 2 p.m. Learn gardening techniques from the Dragon Dance Monday, Feb. 16, 2 p.m. masters! Presented by UF/IFAS Marion County Master Gardeners; UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Usher in the New Year with the roar of Service. a dragon and explore the traditions of Chinese New Year. Jan. 20 Florida Palms with Steve Oldham Feb. 17 Lawn Maintenance with Linda Porter

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library.marioncountyfl.org Master Gardeners; UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Extension County Marion UF/IFAS Gardeners; Master Service. UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service. Art Workshop for for Art Workshop andTeens Tweens Wednesdays, p.m. 4 Be inspired and create! Jan. 21 Feb. 18 Jan. 24 Jan. Feb. 21 BackyardsBetter Selected days, 2 p.m. Agent Extension County Marion Jamie Cohen shares ideas make to your backyard a better place for plants, wildlife, and YOU! Registration recommended. 30, Jan. Feb. 5 Marion Audubon Society-Birding 101 Saturday, Feb. 28, 2 p.m. Learn about birding in Marion County! Includes an after-program nature walk. FOR PROGRAMS TWEENS & TEENS East!YALLA Wednesdays, p.m. 5 Feb. 18 Jan. 21, Dec. 17, See Program Spotlight. Friday, Jan.Friday, 2 p.m. 16, Bills Utility on Money Save Thursday, Jan. 22, 2 p.m. Make My Community Green Tuesday, Feb. 3, 6 p.m. How to Maintain Septic Tanks Tuesday, Feb. 24, 6 p.m. Is My Drinking Water Safe? Husbandry Animal Small Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Agent Extension County Marion important presents Bosques Jonael raising for guidance management animals. productive and healthy recommended. Registration Jan. 20 Feb. 17 Master Gardener Your Ask Saturdays, 2 p.m. Learn gardening techniques from the masters! County Extension Service. Extension County Presented by UF/IFAS Marion The Aviator’s Melanie Wife by Benjamin Dark Horse Tami by Hoag Back Home Again by Melody Carlson Keep your social networking sites under up-to-date. and control It Starts in Parks Thursday, Jan. 2 p.m. 15, Marion explore and Experience County Parks! Gina Peebles, director of Marion County Parks and Recreation, activities the on information share will available within our county. Community! Your Improve Yilin Agent Extension County Marion Zhuangprovides tips on make how to home your earth-friendly to changes Registration neighborhood. and recommended. Social Networking Networking Social Tips and Tricks Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m. Jan.13,Feb.10 Movies for adults and teens ages Anyone13+. younger must be accompanied a parent. by Jan. 10, Jan. 17 Computer ConfidenceComputer Wednesdays, a.m. 10 Jan. 7-Feb. 25 questions technology your Have answered! Roots!Find Your Thursday, Jan. 8, 2 p.m. Begin your ancestral search with genealogist expert Heckman, Richard Society. Genealogical Marion the from Cinema Saturday Jan. 28 Feb. 11 Feb. 25 County Extension Service. Extension County

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Dec. 10 Jan. 14 Forest Readers Book Club Book Readers Forest Wednesdays,10:30 a.m. who people exceptional with Gather share of life a love and literature. Help our community! Create items for those in need. All ages invited. PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Crafts for a Cause Mondays, a.m. 10 Dec. Jan. 1 & 15, 5, Feb. 2 & 16 Friday, Feb. 27, 2 p.m. Feb.Friday, 27, See Program Spotlight. MEET THE AUTHOR Mary Breu Subsistence Living in a Village Alaskan Native Starry, Starry Night Starry, 6:30Tuesday, Jan. p.m. 27, SPECIAL PROGRAM SPECIAL See Program Spotlight for details and other locations. Happy Magical New Year Year New Magical Happy LaPalme Brian with Saturday, Jan. 3, p.m. 2 Ocala Harmony Harmony Ocala Barbershop Chorus Monday,Dec. 8, 2 p.m. Arctic Blast Arctic Saturday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m. HOLIDAY PROGRAMS HOLIDAY AND EVENTS See Program Spotlight for details and other locations. Programs are sponsored, either in whole or part, by the Friends of the Forest Public Library. 905 S. Ocklawaha Highway 314A, 352-438-2540 FOREST PUBLIC LIBRARY Forinfants-age 2. Adventures Preschool a.m.Fridays, 11 Toddling Twos Toddling Wednesdays, a.m. 11 STORY TIMESSTORY Jan. 5-Feb. 27 A variety of stories, songs and activities for children caregiverswith Winter 2014 calendar

PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES PROGRAM FOR FAMILIES Imagination Station Kids Club FORT MCCOY Preschool Adventures Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 10, Feb. 11 PUBLIC LIBRARY Jan.7-Feb. 25 Stories and crafts to fit the season. 14660 NE Highway 315, Fort McCoy A variety of stories, songs and activities 352-438-2560 for young children with caregivers FUN-tasmagoria Programs are sponsored, either in whole or part, by the Friends of the Fort McCoy Public Library. Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. Explore the world without leaving the MEET THE AUTHOR FREEDOM library. Bob H. Lee Jan. 7 Fractured Fairy Tales PUBLIC LIBRARY Backcountry Lawman: True Stories 5870 SW 95th St., Ocala Jan. 14 Say What? from a Florida Game Warden 352-438-2580 Jan. 21 Extreme Science Saturday, Dec. 6, 3 p.m. Programs are sponsored, either in whole or part, by Jan. 28 Add It Up! the Friends of the Freedom Public Library. Feb. 4 Give Me Some Space Bigger than life but true tales of chasing poachers and wildlife law Feb. 18 Toy Lab HOLIDAY AND SPECIAL Feb. 25 Sights and Sounds violators along the Ocklawaha and St. PROGRAMS Johns! Don’t miss this! See Program Spotlight. Family Game Time Ocala Harmony Thursdays, 4 p.m. HOLIDAY & SPECIAL Jan. 8, Feb. 5 Barbershop Chorus PROGRAMS Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Don’t be bored! Play board games! See Program Spotlight. See Program Spotlight for details and other Smokey Bear locations. Ocala Art Group Art Show and Fire Safety Happy Magical New Year Jan. 7-Feb. 28 Saturday, Jan. 31, 2 p.m. with Brian LaPalme All are invited. Visit with Smokey Saturday, Jan. 24, 1 p.m. Reception: Thursday, Jan. 8, 5-7 p.m. and his ranger Starry, Starry Night PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS friends and learn Monday, Jan. 12, 6:30 p.m. how to prevent fires. As the Page Turns Book Club Presented by the Florida PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m. Forest Service. Join the club and turn the page! Basic Computer Classes Family Flick: Mondays, 10 a.m. Dec. 2 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Maleficent Learn about computers. Space is Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Saturday, Feb. 7, 2 p.m. limited. Pre-registration recommended. Shaffer Movie fun for the Jan. 6 Wild by Cheryl Strayed Jan. 5 Basic Email whole family! Feb. 3 The Invention of Wings by Sue Jan. 12 Basic Internet Monk Kidd STORY TIMES Jan. 26 Basic Word Feb. 2 Basic Email A variety of stories, songs and activities for children Ask Arnold! Comprehensive Feb. 9 Basic Internet with caregivers. Computer Assistance Feb. 16 Basic Excel Thursdays, 12-2 p.m. Family Story Time Feb. 23 Basic Word Dec. 4-Feb. 26 Tuesdays, 11 a.m. Jan. 6-Feb. 24 Ask Your Master Gardener Volunteer assistants are available to Saturdays, 10 a.m. help with all your computer needs. SPECIAL STORY TIMES Learn gardening techniques from master gardener, Luke Connor! Presented Help Center for E-books Mother Goose & More! by UF/IFAS Marion County Master Gardeners; UF/ and Digital Audio Fridays, 11 a.m. IFAS Marion County Extension Service. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon Jan. 16, Feb. 6 Jan. 17 Raised Bed Gardening Jan. 7-Jan. 28 A musical nursery rhyme romp for Feb. 21 Your Spring Garden Need help getting started? Good infants-36 months with caregivers. books are just a click away! Who Gets Grandma’s Pajama Story Time Pie Plate? Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 10:30 a.m. Jan. 15, Feb. 19 Transferring ownership of much-loved Get comfy and cozy enjoying stories items can be so difficult. Let Lynda and songs. Spence provide guidance to help manage this emotional issue. Presented by the University of Florida/IFAS Marion County Extension Services.

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Downton Abbey, The First Season REDDICK Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. PUBLIC LIBRARY Jan. 8-Feb. 19 15150 NW Gainesville Road, Reddick Influenced by Edith Wharton’s The 352-438-2566 Custom of the Country, this hit program Valentine’s Day treats Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. captures the years leading to World Ocala Public Library. War I and afterwards in Edwardian Make some no-bake sweets for England. someone special! HOLIDAY PROGRAM Ask Your Master Gardener STORY TIMES Happy Magical New Year with Brian LaPalme Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Jan. 6-Feb.26 Saturday, Dec. 20, 1:30 p.m. Jan. 9, Feb. 6 A variety of stories, songs and activities for young Learn gardening techniques from the children with caregivers masters! Presented by UF/IFAS Marion County Toddler Time Master Gardeners; UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service. Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Infants-age 2 Blockbuster Tuesdays Tuesdays, 3 p.m. Preschool Adventures Movies for adults and teens ages Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. 13+. Anyone younger must be Ages 3-5 accompanied by a parent. Jan. 13 Jan. 29 MARION OAKS Feb. 10 Feb. 17 PUBLIC LIBRARY 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala Basic Computer Classes 352-438-2570 Thursdays, 2 p.m. Programs are sponsored, either in whole or part, by Learn about computers and the Friends of the Marion Oaks Public Library. databases. Seating is limited. Registration begins at 1 pm. HOLIDAY PROGRAM Jan. 15 Introduction to the Computer Happy Magical New Year It’s a community reindeer-romp party Jan. 22 Basic Internet with Brian LaPalme and all are invited to enjoy the magic Jan. 29 Basic Word Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m. of being together with a bit of holiday Feb. 5 Basic Email See Program Spotlight. Feb. 12 Introduction to the Computer cake and the astounding illusions of a Feb. 19 Basic Internet PROGRAM FOR ADULTS master magician! Fun and games for Feb. 26 Basic Word all. See Program Spotlight. Ask Your Master Gardener PROGRAMS FOR TEENS Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. PROGRAM FOR ADULTS Jan. 28, Feb. 25 YALLA Free! Learn gardening techniques from the Ask Your Master Gardener Thursdays, 5 p.m. Saturdays, 11 a.m. masters! Presented by UF/IFAS Marion County Jan. 8, Feb. 12 Master Gardeners; UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Learn gardening techniques from See program spotlight. Service. master gardener, Connie Bonbrest! Presented by UF/IFAS Marion County Master PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN Gardeners; UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Family Film Fest Service. Preschool Adventures Jan.10 TBA Tuesdays, 3 p.m. Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Feb.14 Container Gardening Movie fun for the whole family! A variety of stories, songs and activities Jan. 27 Maleficent for young children with caregivers PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES Feb.24 Planes-Fire and Rescue B.E.A.R. Time! Preschool Adventures Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 8-Feb. 26 Jan. 6-Feb. 24 A variety of stories, songs and activities Be excited about reading and hear for young children with caregivers great stories! Story Stampede! Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Family Jan. 8-Feb. 26 Film Fest Ride on in for some great stories! All ages welcome! Maleficent Winter 2014 PLANES: Fire & Rescue library.marioncountyfl.org words 15 calendar

EXHIBITS AND AT YOUR SERVICE images DISPLAYS Tax Preparation Assistance Friends of Marion Oaks Public Available at most public library Library Monthly Meeting locations. Call for times and locations Select Mondays, 1:30 p.m. near you. Dec.14- 3 p.m. “The Rehearsal Play,” Jan. 12, Feb. 9 SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Friends of the Ocala Public Obtain free Medicare counseling Library Monthly Meeting through the Florida Department of Third Thursday, 1 p.m. Elder Affairs. Services are available at No meeting in Dec., Jan. 15, Feb. 19 Forest, Dunnellon and Belleview public libraries. Call for information. HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL DAYS CareerSource Mobile Christmas Eve Wednesday, Dec. 24 Headquarters-Ocala Resource Unit Job-seeker services including HQ-Ocala and Marion Oaks public Public Library registration with Employ Florida libraries close at 6 p.m. December Cracker Workshop by James Marketplace are available to you. Call Parker the library for times and locations. Christmas Thursday, Dec. 25 January World War II Memorabilia by Margaret Maitski FRIENDS OF THE All public libraries are closed. February Black History Month Art by Clifton LIBRARY MEETINGS & Cassie Shirah Day After Christmas Friends of the Belleview Friday, Dec. 26 Public Library All public libraries are closed. Belleview Public Library Tuesdays, 10 a.m. December Miniature Boxes by Tina Guthrie Jan. 20, Feb. 17 New Year’s Eve Watercolor Paintings by Robin Friends of the Dunnellon Wednesday, Dec. 31 Collison Public Library All public libraries close at 6 p.m. January Nature Photos by Michele Lyman Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Beautiful Book Art by Rhea Dec. 2, Jan. 6, Feb. 3 New Year’s Salvaggio Thursday, Jan. 1 February Paintings by Hugh Patrick Philip Friends of the Forest All public libraries are closed. Quilted Splendor by Carolyn Public Library Levant Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Day After New Year’s Dec. 17, Jan. 21, Feb. 18 Friday, Jan. 2 Dunnellon Public Library Booksale: Feb. 12, 5-8 p.m. All public libraries are closed. December Mineral Collection by James Bell Feb. 13-14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Day January Fly Tying Collection by Marcia Friends of the Fort Thompson Monday, Jan. 19 McCoy Public Library All public libraries are closed. February Coin Jewelry by George Meyer Wednesdays, 11 a.m. Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11 Library Maintenance Day Forest Public Library Annual meeting/election of officers: Friday, Feb. 20 December Snowmen from Nancy Jan.14, 10 a.m. All public libraries are closed. MacFarland January Photographs by David Whitis Friends of the Freedom Public February Artwork by Patricia Holcomb Library Monthly Meeting Selected Mondays, 10 a.m. Freedom Public Library Dec. 1, Jan. 5, Feb. 2 Annual meeting/election of officers, December Holiday Display Jan. 24, 1 p.m. January Precious Stones Jewelry New members welcome! February Military Memorabilia

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Fairy Tale Festival at Headquarters-Ocala Public Library

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Dressing up in the Fairy Tale Festival Princess Parlor

Winners of the 2014 CREATE Talent competition

(Above) Winners of the 2014 CREATE Fine Arts competition

(Left) 2014 CREATE Winners of the 2014 CREATE Filmmakers Writers competition competition winner

Fairy Tale Festival Merry Meadow

A spy in training at Forest Public Library “Edible Book Extravaganza” Winner “Follow The Yellow Brick Road” Winter 2014 library.marioncountyfl.org words 17 (Colossal, Reading, Entertaining, Artsy, Teen Event) 2014

Fine Arts Film 1st place: 1st place: Quinnton Cooper Brianna Reid West Port High School Jessica Miller 2nd place: Lake Weir High School Ashley Mannino 2nd place: West Port High School Gary Peeler 3rd place: Emily Mizner Heather Krause Forest High School Home School 3rd place: People’s Choice: Tyler Goring Quinnton Cooper Forest High School West Port High School People’s Choice: Chase Yonge (CF) Writers David Gregory 1st place: Jacob Gregory Alita Clark Vanguard High School Talent 2nd place: 1st place: Whitney Gomez Diamond Back Dancers North Marion High Belleview High School 3rd place: 2nd place: Xyonn Solomon Jarod Atchley Howard Middle West Port High School Judges’ Choice: 3rd place: People’s Choice: Mark J. Force Mary Kenney Diamond Back Dancers Home School Belleview High School Belleview High School

The Reddick and Fort McCoy public libraries have new hours as follows.

REDDICK Tuesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Thursday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

FORT MCCOY Monday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

18 words Winter 2014 library.marioncountyfl.org Friends of the Ocala Public Library’s News and Notes BLACK HISTORY MONTH Meet the Author! Daniel L. Schafer In celebration of Black History Month, our guest author will be Daniel L. Schafer, February professor emeritus of history at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. Book Sale Schafer has written fascinating accounts of Too much money spent during the the Zephaniah Kingsley family who lived holidays? No problem. You won’t during the 18th and 19th centuries in Florida. need much at our quarterly Book In Schafer’s award-winning biography, Anna Sale on Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 Madgigine Jai Kingsley: African Princess, p.m. in the Meeting Rooms at Head- Florida Slave, Plantation Slaveowner, he tells of Anna being forcibly taken from Africa to Florida to become quarters. All hardcover books are a slave; later, she marries her plantation owner. After her husband’s death, Anna operates the 50¢ each, and paperbacks are 25¢ plantation, buys and sells land, owns slaves herself, sues white people, and becomes a key figure in each. We’ll have a huge selection the community of free African-Americans. Her story is a remarkable one. You won’t want to miss of children’s books, teen and adult this Meet the Author event. novels, cookbooks, books on self-help, Schafer’s program will be on Feb. 15 at 3 p.m. in Meeting Room C at Headquarters-Ocala Public books on religion, and much more. Library. Plus, you’ll find video tapes, DVDs, Author programs are FREE and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. games, and all sorts of other activities. Come early for the best selection!

Mark Pat Bishop Toni James Miriam Needham Carmen Maines Jessica McCune LerVerne Jacobs Dan Andrews Your New Board Members and Officers In October, the Friends inducted new board members and officers. Our new board members are Pat Bishop, Toni James, and Miriam Needham. This year’s new officers are Carmen Maines, president; Calendar Jessica McCune, vice president; LerVerne Jacobs, secretary; and Dan Andrews, treasurer. Welcome! REDDICK Tuesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Quarterly Book Sale Thursday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Feb. 7, 2015, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sneak Peek Held in Meeting Rooms, Headquarters-Ocala Public Library Have you ever wondered how you can Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. prevent being scammed? Colleen Pallamary, author of Scammunition: How to Protect Meet the Author Yourself From Con Artists: A Guide for FORT MCCOY Daniel L. Schafer Baby Boomers and Beyond, will be visiting Author of Anna Madgigine Jai Kingsley: African our library to give us information about Monday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Princess, Florida Slave, Plantation Slaveowner scam artists. Watch for more information in Wednesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Feb. 15, 2015, 3 p.m. the next WORDS issue. Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Meeting Room C, Headquarters- Ocala Public Library

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arion County Parks and Recreation Department Landscape Architect Jim Couillard has designed and seen to Mfruition several projects during his eight years with the county. The Marion County Public Library System is one of the beneficiaries of his expertise. One notable project is a 570 foot long public access boardwalk that leads from the Forest Public Library to the Forest Corners Community Center and was completed in September, 2011. The walkway, which spans a wetland area, is handicap- accessible and features a sidewalk that connects it to the library. Signage on the boardwalk describes the various types of flora and fauna in the wetland area. Jim also helped design garden areas for both the Belleview and Dunnellon branch libraries and did a landscape restoration plan for the Forest Public Library branch as well. The Belleview Public Library project was the result of a collaboration between the library and the local branch of the Florida Native Plant Society. According to Lee Schwartz, Belleview Public Library supervisor, the native plants installed at the Belleview library branch are thriving, and he gives much of the credit to Jim. “Without Jim, it would never have happened,” Schwartz said. Couillard was also instrumental is helping establish suitable locations in the county for the Born Learning Trails that are referenced in the feature story. of a Family Reading Garden at the Headquarters-Ocala Other landscaping projects of which Jim is particularly Public Library. proud of designing are the Fallen Officers Memorial in the Jim and his wife Shelley have two sons, ages 10 and 7. He McPherson complex, multiple improvements in the Veterans graduated from Palm Beach Gardens High School in 1986 Memorial Park and the Wild Cat Play area at Coehadjoe Park. and enlisted in the Army, serving five years. He moved to As far as future community beautification efforts go, Jim Gainesville, where he attended Santa Fe Community College would like to see a complete “do-over” at the corner of Silver for an AA degree, then to UF for a bachelor’s degree in Springs Boulevard and 25th Avenue as well as the installation landscape architecture. gw

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