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It's hedgehog magic

Lots of events on this week's summer library reading program
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, July 19, 2020

The Fantastical Hedgehog Magic Show with Erica Carlson and Sedgie the Hedgie is the latest video feature in this week's Ada Public Librtary summer reading program. Click here to watch.

Here's what's in store for Week 3 of the summer reading program:
• Monday, July 20
Craft pick-up until 5 p.m. for K to 5th graders

• Tuesday, July 21
Virtual storytime, 11 a.m.

• Wednesday, July 22
Check the weather, if sunny, read outside

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Library launches summer reading program

Beanstack now live and online
Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, July 6, 2020

Ada Public Library’s summer reading program begins today (July 6) and continues through Aug. 15, according to Rhett Grant, library director. It's theme centers on "Imagine your story."

“This year we are using Beanstack, for our online summer reading,” he said. 

Beanstack is now live, with links from the library’s Facebook page and webpage, www.adalibrary.org.

Virtual storytimes, crafts, programs, and prizes are all part of this summer’s program.

“Stay tuned for updates and events as more information is on the way,” said Grant.

The program's July and August calendar schedules are at the bottom of this story.

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Restaurants aren't the only curbside service businesses

Ada Public Library offers all the reading you can eat
Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, June 12, 2020

In case you missed this, there's curbside service this summer at the Ada Public Library. Here's how it works:

 The services are following local, state and federal directives and guidelines. 

Requesting items:
Patrons may place requests using the library’s online catalog at: ohio.ent.sirsi.net/client/ada
or by call the library at 419-634-5246 with a book title or topic request.

Picking up items:
Park outside the library and call 419-634-5246 to let the staff know you are in the parking lot. Please stay inside your vehicle and a staff member will place items in trucks or unoccupied back seats.

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Hear that cheer? Library offers curbside service

Ada Public Library service starts Monday at 10 a.m.
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, May 31, 2020

Ada Public Library will offer curbside services starting on Monday. The services are following local, state and federal directives and guidelines. Here’s how it will work:

Requesting items
Patrons may place requests using the library’s online catalog at: ohio.ent.sirsi.net/client/ada
or by call the library at 419-634-5246 with a book title or topic request.

Picking up items:
Park outside the library and call 419-634-5246 to let the staff know you are in the parking lot. Please stay inside your vehicle and a staff member will place items in trucks or unoccupied back seats.

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Hey, kids! It's Miss Natalie and storytime

Sit back and enjoy "The Serious Goose"
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Hey, kids. It's storytime with Miss Natalie. 

CLICK HERE to watch her read "The Serious Goose," by Jimmy Kimmel. And, before you watch, check out photos at the bottom of this story as a preview of what you'll find in the video.

Just remember, there is nothing silly about goose.

 

 

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Critics raving over Pizza Storytime video

Public Library video features all-star Ada cast
Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, April 24, 2020

Critics are raving over the Ada Public Library’s newest video starring  Matt Gossman,  Ada school board president, featuring supporting actress Natalie Walton and a rising star, Mudge, the Ada Bulldog mascot.

The short video – watch it by clicking here – tells the story of a boy who, sort of, but sort of not, becomes a pizza. The above link takes you to the library Facebook. Once you are there, scroll down to view the video.

Here’s what critics say about the video:
Manda Bennett Carr – Omgosh!!! I was laughing so hard!!! This is fantastic. MUDGE!

Lori Wilson – Nice job, Matt!

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