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your public library and answering their questions,” she plan to come to the Thurmont
explained. Regional Library to talk to us
Where Community & Ideas Connect about programs and events that
Our newest staff member in the you would like to see the library
edingle@FrederickCountyMD.gov • 301-600-7212 • www.fcpl.org Circulation Department is Sheila to engage the community and
Peters from Frederick, who said, could include workshops, classes,
by Erin Dingle, Administrator, Thurmont Regional Library/Emmitsburg Branch Library “I have always loved going to the cultural programs and other types
library and enjoy helping others of interesting activities for adults.
Large public libraries like the Richard Dix, from Thurmont, has appreciate it, too.” This same ‘Talk To Us’ event
Thurmont Regional Library have also been here since we opened the will be hosted at the Emmitsburg
several departments to insure that our door. He is our building manager, as The circulation staff shares these Branch on Tuesday, November 15.
patron’s needs are met with excellence. well as a circulation clerk. Richard’s five tips to help you to keep track Both get-togethers start at 7:00
This month, we are introducing our favorite thing about working at his of your account so that you never p.m. and refreshments promised at
Circulation Department. This team hometown library is knowing his have to pay any overdue fees: (1) both sessions. Plan to attend and
works with the public to check out and neighbors as patrons and being able Always, always, always take your bring a few friends for this unique
return materials, and they work with to relate to their concerns and needs. receipt with you as a reminder of opportunity to shape the future of
you to insure your account is always This gives Rich a wonderful sense your due date; (2) Be sure we have your public library’s’ contribution to
up-to-date. of community and sharing and what your correct email so that you can the community.
makes this hometown library feel be electronically notified when your
The supervisor of the department like home. materials are due; (3) Visit fcpl.org Here’s one example of planned
is Mark Hatfield from Hanover, and enter your library card number adult programming that may interest
Pennsylvania. Mark started with Tammy Denning has been here and pin to check your account you. Launching in January at the
us as shelving supervisor when we since day one and is always happy anytime from anywhere; (4) Always Thurmont branch, adults will be
opened in 2008, and then went to help you with your account; feel free to call in during regular invited to drop in every fourth
to work at the Brunswick Library she always has a smile on her face. hours of operation to renew items Monday at 2:00 p.m. for a special
for several years before returning Talking to and helping the many over the phone. You can now renew afternoon series to spark their
here. Mark said, “One of the interesting visitors walking in the materials up to five times, as long as imagination. Although it will be
best things about working at the door every day is one of Tammy’s another patron hasn’t placed a hold targeted for age fifty-plus adults,
Thurmont Regional Library is that favorite things to do. on the item; and (5) Always feel free anyone over eighteen is welcome to
it is an excellent environment for to ask any of the helpful staff at the participate. Titled “Curious Minds,”
learning and discovery on many Regina Boyle, also from Circulation desk to assist you. it will feature special presenters,
different levels. It’s also great to see Thurmont, used to visit the old who will share their expertise about
our patrons enjoy one of the best library to check out lots and lots of Both the Emmitsburg and art, music, technology, health issues,
libraries in the country and to see books for her homeschooled boys Thurmont libraries are hosting etc. Hands-on activities may be part
their excitement about having such and was excited when she was hired community get-togethers for adults of the program or field trips to other
a stellar library branch right in their to work part-time in circulation. “I in November, so if you’d like to locations to learn something new.
own backyard.” enjoy interacting with our patrons help us plan, mark your calendars. Based on feedback and suggestions,
by helping them check out books On Thursday, November 10, Curious Minds is intended to
provide excitement, knowledge, and
fun. No need to register; just show
up. Tea and coffee always provided.

Finally, we’re saying a big
“Thank You” to all local businesses
and organizations who were part
of the fun to encourage reading in
the community: Face Painting by
Elizabeth; Thurmont Historical
Society; State Farm Insurance;
Catoctin Vetinary Clinic; Cousins
Ace Hardware; Catoctin Mountain
National Park; Thurmont Lion’s
Club; Main Street Thurmont;
Catoctin Breeze Winery; Eyler
Stable Flea Market; Mount St.
Mary’s University; Anytime Fitness;
Elower Dance Studio; Thurmont
Academy of Self – Defense; Notable
Progression Music; Roy Rogers
Restaurant; Ole Mink Farm
Resort; MD Geocache Society; The
Thurmont Green Team.

All FCPL branches will be closed
Monday, October 10, for Columbus
Day.

And be sure to check out our
new website for all programming
information and access to a variety
of databases, the catalog, and other
interesting news about Frederick
County Public Libraries at www.
fcpl.org.

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