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New Programs Added!
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Wickliffe Public Library Named "Organization of the Year"!
Wickliffe Public Library was named "Organization of the Year" by the Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce. On March 22nd Jeanne Shimmelman, Childrens Services Manager, and Diane Greenbaum, Adult Services Manager, formally accepted the award at the annual luncheon.
Please Welcome Our New Director,
Cheryl Kuonen!
After an exhaustive process, the Wickliffe Public Library Board of Trustees is happy to announce our search has ended! Cheryl Kuonen will be joining the Library on Monday, April 2nd as the Director the Wickliffe Public Library.
Cheryl wrote up a nice bio so that we can all get to know her better:
I've grown up in libraries. As a child I attended storytimes at Mentor Library and in high school I worked as a shelver at Mentor Library. After graduating from college with a degree in Art History and minors in Business Management and Studio Art, I realized I really enjoyed libraries and went on to earn my Master's degree in Library Science from Kent State University.
Over the years, I've worked at libraries throughout Northeast Ohio including Geauga County Public Library, Shaker Heights, and Cuyahoga County Public Library. For the last 8 years I've enjoyed working at Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library first as Assistant Manager of the Eastlake Library, then Branch Manager of the Willowick Library, and finally as Branch Services Manager.
In my spare time I enjoy reading (what Librarian doesn't) and traveling. My husband and I are fans of Frank Lloyd Wright's architecture, and we have visited or stayed overnight in over 30 of his homes and buildings. At home, we enjoy spending time with our two very active rescue cats.
I currently volunteer at the Cleveland Museum of Art and I am an active board member of the Ohio General Federation of Women's Clubs. Because of my involvement in the Western Lake County Area Chamber of Commerce (covering Wickliffe, Willowick, & Eastlake) I am familiar with many of the local businesses in Wickliffe. I also have family living in Wickliffe.
I'm very excited to become part of the Wickliffe Public Library and the Wickliffe community.
Please join the Board and Staff of the Wickliffe Public Library in welcoming our new Director!
Blood Pressure Checks
No Longer at the Library
Please go to the Wickliffe Fire Station for future blood pressure checks. It is located at 29885 Euclid Avenue or call 440-943-7140. It will still be free with more hours and accessibility.
New Databases!
The Wickliffe Public Library is pleased to announce two new data bases for patrons. They are Gale's Legal Forms which provides access to attorney forms. These officially-approved, professionally-written documents are actually used in legal practices.
The other data base is Price It! Antiques and Collectibles. This data base helps you ascertain an item's current realistic market value by aggregating data from Worthpoint's own Worthopedia database, as well as established and reliable sources like eBay, TIAS.com, and auction houses. Now you will have the latest information on the collectibles you seek, without costly appraisals.Upcoming Adult Progams
Here's a list of the adult programs being offered at the library:
- Millionaires Row (Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 7:00 PM)
- How To Buy and Finance a Car (Without Getting Ripped Off) (Tuesday, June 12, 2012, 7:00PM)
- Meet Joe Tait (Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 7:00PM)
- Organic Cleaning (Tuesday, August 7, 2012)
Please click here for more information!
New Young Adult Programs Added!
Be sure to visit our Young Adult Page for an updated list of programs for the fall!
Updated Childrens' Programs
Visit our Childrens' page for our updated programs!
Kill A Watt Devices are Here!
Wickliffe Public Library has acquired three "Kill A Watt" devices to help you monitor electric usage in your homes. Just ask at the Circulation Desk, & check one out on your library card. Click here for a PDF with more information.
Download Music...Legally!
The Wickliffe Public Library is proud to announce a new service allowing patrons to download up to three songs a week using Freegal. Simply enter your library card number, search the music catalog, and download! All you need is a PC and an internet connection. Click here for more information. Click here for a PDF filled with some user tips to get you started!
Recycle and Help Our Schools
Did you know that the proceeds from the 3 recycle bins in the north parking lot go to our Wickliffe Schools?
Good for our schools & good for our planet...remember to bring your paper when you visit the library. Click here for a PDF filled with more information.
Download Books onto your eReaders
Learn how to setup your eReader to download books using these helpful guides! Select your e-Reader model: Barnes and Noble Nook, Kobo, or the Sony eReader. All links are in a PDF format and will open in a new window. Please note that the steps outlined in the PDFs will not work on library computers.
Homebound Service
If you are elderly or disabled at home, either temporarily or permanently we can help. We will bring you books (regular, large print or paperback). Or if you prefer we can bring audio books. Movies are available in both DVD and videotape formats. Whether you prefer fiction or non-fiction we will try to fill your request. Just call the library to begin your service. There is no charge for this service.
Want to be notified of your available library holds by Text Message? To sign up, follow these steps:
- Log on to www.clevnet.org.
- Click on Sign up for NetNotice.
- Click on either Edit Your Account or Set-up an Account.
- Fill out the information and add your 10 digit cell phone number.
Express Yourself @ Your Library
Your library is here to help you with all of your plans for a hobby, home improvement, or a new way to express your personal creativity.
Not traveling during your vacation this year? Let our materials help you start a new hobby or expand your favorite leisure pursuit. Pinching pennies due to the economy? Come look through our shelves for help on a Do-It-Yourself project or for ideas on homemade holiday gifts. Have time to spend with your kids or grandchildren? Get some ideas from the library on a creative activity you can enjoy together. Want to relax on those long summer evenings? Get a good novel to read or listen to from the library's great collection of books.