250 N. Fifth Street
Zionsville, IN 46077-0840
Phone: 317-873-3149
Fax: 317-873-8339
Zionsville, IN 46077-0840
Phone: 317-873-3149
Fax: 317-873-8339
Around the world in 72 days, 6 hours, 11 minutes, and 14 seconds - 18 Jun 2013
It's hard to imagine any woman daring--or crazy--enough to set out on a solo trip around the world on less than three days notice. Harder still to imagine her embarking on that journey (expected to last almost three months) carrying nothing more than a small Gladstone bag. However, that's what not one--but two--ambitious female journalists did in1889 as Matthew Goodman recounts in his new, nonfiction book, Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland's History-Making Race Around the World. The contest, as originally proposed by The World newspaper, pitted a single female journalist, Nellie Bly, against the fictional travel record set by Phileas Fogg in Jules Verne's Around the World in Eighty Days. It was a brilliant publicity stunt; soon everyone was talking about the contest. Within days, a rival newspaper had upped The World's ante by sponsoring a second woman, Elizabeth Bisland, to challenge both Fogg and Bly.
On November 14, Bly boarded a steamer bound for England; four hours later, Bisland was on a train thundering toward Chicago, where she would connect with another train heading west via the newly completed transcontinental railroad. Bly was a no holds barred reporter who had garnered respect in a male-dominated profession by infiltrating an insane asylum to expose the inhuman treatment of women inmates. Bisland, in contrast, was a cultured Southerner and a member of New York's artistic set. Eighty Days is a fast-paced adventure full of missed connections, storms at sea and runaway trains with Goodman relating each woman’s daring exploits in alternating chapters. I won’t spoil the story by telling you who wins, but I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Even if you don’t intend to travel 28,000 miles or circumnavigate the globe, be sure to visit the Library’s travel section (or search the catalog) for helpful guides to attractions, restaurants, and accommodations in the U.S. and around the world. Closer to home, visit Indiana’s Office of Tourism for information about events and discounts throughout the state and be sure to check out the Library's summer schedule for a variety of terrific programs. Meanwhile, don't forget to lighten your own Gladstone bag by taking advantage of the Library's free downloadable audio and eBooks when you travel.
Even if you don’t intend to travel 28,000 miles or circumnavigate the globe, be sure to visit the Library’s travel section (or search the catalog) for helpful guides to attractions, restaurants, and accommodations in the U.S. and around the world. Closer to home, visit Indiana’s Office of Tourism for information about events and discounts throughout the state and be sure to check out the Library's summer schedule for a variety of terrific programs. Meanwhile, don't forget to lighten your own Gladstone bag by taking advantage of the Library's free downloadable audio and eBooks when you travel.
Parent-Child Book to Movie Book Club - 14 Jun 2013
The Tandem Read Book Club is a book club designed for parents and children to share quality time reading together. We are branching out beyond books this summer; we will be discussing books that have been turned into movies. All you have to do to participate is…
1. Read the book.
2. Watch the movie at the Library showing or at home.
3. Bring a sack lunch for yourself and and your child and join us at our Book club meeting. We will dine while we discuss the book and the movie!
Monday Movie -All movies begin at 4 PM
Mon., June 24: The Waterhorse
Mon., July 8: How to Train Your Dragon
Mon., July 15: Holes
Mon., July 22: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Monday Tandem Read Book Club-Book Discussion will begin at 6 PM
Mon., June 24: The Waterhorse
Mon., July 8: How to Train Your Dragon
Mon., July 15: Holes
Mon., July 22: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
You don't have to buy a copy of the book, simply put a copy on hold through Evergreen!
The Tandem Read Book Club is a book club designed for parents and children to share quality time reading together. We are branching out beyond books this summer; we will be discussing books that have been turned into movies. All you have to do to participate is…1. Read the book.
2. Watch the movie at the Library showing or at home.
3. Bring a sack lunch for yourself and and your child and join us at our Book club meeting. We will dine while we discuss the book and the movie!
Monday Movie -All movies begin at 4 PM
Mon., June 24: The Waterhorse
Mon., July 8: How to Train Your Dragon
Mon., July 15: Holes
Mon., July 22: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Monday Tandem Read Book Club-Book Discussion will begin at 6 PM
Mon., June 24: The Waterhorse
Mon., July 8: How to Train Your Dragon
Mon., July 15: Holes
Mon., July 22: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
You don't have to buy a copy of the book, simply put a copy on hold through Evergreen!
Library Bond Refinancing Achieves Significant Savings for Taxpayers - 12 Jun 2013
A well-timed debt refinancing by the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library resulted ina lower interest rate, an earlier payoff date and savings of more than three-quarters of a million dollars.
A well-timed debt refinancing by the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library resulted ina lower interest rate, an earlier payoff date and savings of more than three-quarters of a million dollars.
The new interest rate on the outstanding debt is locked in at 1.44%, saving local taxpayers $783,218 in financing costs. In addition, the bond refinance will retire the debt in 2024, one year earlier than planned.
Library Leasing Corporation President, Larry Greenwalt noted, “We are extremely pleased with the savings realized for the taxpayers. As part of the refinancing process, Standard & Poor’s reaffirmed its AA- rating for the Library’s bonds, citing Zionsville’s strong tax base and support of the Library.”
In May, the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library sold $5,225,000 of bonds to refinance the debt which was used to construct the original library building which opened in 1994, and the expansion that was completed in 2006.
The recent refinance was a huge success and took advantage of historically low interest rates.
By Jake Speer
Adorable Monsters! -
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 3-6. Listen to stories and songs about monsters and create some monstrously fun crafts as we prepare for the release of the new Monsters, Inc. movie!
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 3-6. Listen to stories and songs about monsters and create some monstrously fun crafts as we prepare for the release of the new Monsters, Inc. movie!
Brave Girls -
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 10-12. Explore strong female characters in books and movies with discussion and crafts.
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 10-12. Explore strong female characters in books and movies with discussion and crafts.
Fly Guy -
When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 3-6. Its Americas favorite insect and his crazy antics! Lets read stories and have some fly fun!
When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 3-6. Its Americas favorite insect and his crazy antics! Lets read stories and have some fly fun!
Let's Bloom: Garden Project -
When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 7-12. Calling all kids! Who would like to watch something bloom this summer? We will start our own garden and maintain it throughout the entire growing season. Activities include gardening basics, composting, garden tools, ecology and much much more!
When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 7-12. Calling all kids! Who would like to watch something bloom this summer? We will start our own garden and maintain it throughout the entire growing season. Activities include gardening basics, composting, garden tools, ecology and much much more!
Toddler Time - Session I -
When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 1-2. Walkers & Talkers are welcome to take a walk on the wild side! Have fun with stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 1-2. Walkers & Talkers are welcome to take a walk on the wild side! Have fun with stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Toddler Time - Session I -
When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 1-2. Walkers & Talkers are welcome to take a walk on the wild side! Have fun with stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 1-2. Walkers & Talkers are welcome to take a walk on the wild side! Have fun with stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Safe Sitter Course -
When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Ages 11 - 13. This course was developed to help babysitters know how to handle children's emergencies and teach them how to be safe and nurturing caregivers.
When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Ages 11 - 13. This course was developed to help babysitters know how to handle children's emergencies and teach them how to be safe and nurturing caregivers.
LIBRARY CLOSED - SUMMER SCHEDULE -
When: Sunday, June 23, 2013 - All Day
LIBRARY CLOSED - SUMMER SCHEDULE
When: Sunday, June 23, 2013 - All Day
LIBRARY CLOSED - SUMMER SCHEDULE
Boats! -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 3-6. Get ready to Rock the boat with stories, songs and a craft!
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 3-6. Get ready to Rock the boat with stories, songs and a craft!
My Art -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 7-10. Learn how to draw using the Monart Drawing method and create a colorful, unique drawing inspired by a famous artist.
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 7-10. Learn how to draw using the Monart Drawing method and create a colorful, unique drawing inspired by a famous artist.
SOAR (for seniors 55+) -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Listen to a brief "book chat" by librarians and then enjoy unstructured "browsing" time.
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Listen to a brief "book chat" by librarians and then enjoy unstructured "browsing" time.
TEEN: Game On! -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Come to the first floor for games on the big screen and more games! 60 minutes of fun and youll earn a bonus raffle ticket for each 15 minutes you stay and play.
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Come to the first floor for games on the big screen and more games! 60 minutes of fun and youll earn a bonus raffle ticket for each 15 minutes you stay and play.
Movie Monday: The Waterhorse -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Families. Join us for movies based on great books. Bring a cup with a lid and we will provide the lemonade and popcorn. All movies rated PG.
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Families. Join us for movies based on great books. Bring a cup with a lid and we will provide the lemonade and popcorn. All movies rated PG.
Movie Tandem Read Book Club: The Waterhorse -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Parent and child, ages 7-12. Join us for some quality time discussing great books that have since been made into movies. If possible, attend the movie at 4 PM, then stay for the book discussion. A lite dinner of soup and drinks will be providedfeel free to add to the feast!
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Parent and child, ages 7-12. Join us for some quality time discussing great books that have since been made into movies. If possible, attend the movie at 4 PM, then stay for the book discussion. A lite dinner of soup and drinks will be providedfeel free to add to the feast!
Read, Build, Play with DUPLOs: Busy Farms -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Ages 3-6 with a parent. The Read, Build, Play program is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines reading and building with LEGO DUPLO bricks. A Parent-Child interactive story and playtime.
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Ages 3-6 with a parent. The Read, Build, Play program is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines reading and building with LEGO DUPLO bricks. A Parent-Child interactive story and playtime.
Your Gourmet Girlfriends Summer Recipe Class -
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Your Gourmet Girlfriends share tips on summer recipes, with a demonstration, tastings and recipe booklet to take home. Adults only. Registration required.
When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Your Gourmet Girlfriends share tips on summer recipes, with a demonstration, tastings and recipe booklet to take home. Adults only. Registration required.
American Girl: Caroline -
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 7-12. Carolines father is captured during the War of 1812. She must be brave for her family and face the challenges of life without him.
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Ages 7-12. Carolines father is captured during the War of 1812. She must be brave for her family and face the challenges of life without him.
TEEN: Candy Art -
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
They won't melt in your hand and it's a good thing because we're going to use your favorite chocolate candies to create a piece of art! Bring an 8-bit image or use one of ours to create a delicious piece to display at home.
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
They won't melt in your hand and it's a good thing because we're going to use your favorite chocolate candies to create a piece of art! Bring an 8-bit image or use one of ours to create a delicious piece to display at home.
Spider Central -
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Grades 1-3. Spider Central will be full of spider trickery, sticky webs, and beaded spiders.
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Where: Mayfield North and South
Grades 1-3. Spider Central will be full of spider trickery, sticky webs, and beaded spiders.
Tween Council -
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Where: Mayfield North
Tween council meeting
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Where: Mayfield North
Tween council meeting
Right Tree, Right Place, Right Way -
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Learn which trees to plant in your yard and get insider tips on purchasing healthy trees from local nurseries and growing trees for maximum environmental and economic benefit. ADULTS ONLY. PLEASE REGISTER FOR THIS PROGRAM.
When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Lora Hussey and Olive Hoffman Rooms
Learn which trees to plant in your yard and get insider tips on purchasing healthy trees from local nurseries and growing trees for maximum environmental and economic benefit. ADULTS ONLY. PLEASE REGISTER FOR THIS PROGRAM.
