Milford Memorial Library News
 
Milford Memorial Library will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen on Wednesday, July 5, at 9:30 a.m. Have a fun and safe Fourth of July holiday. 
 
Fourth through twelfth graders are invited to join MML and the Milford Scouts on Tuesday, July 11, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., as we complete activities based off of the popular I Survived book series by Lauren Tarshis. This a is free program and registration is not required, but is encouraged. Register by calling 712-338-4643 or emailing [email protected]
Join MML for our Adult Craft Series as we make a Rope Basket on Wednesday, July 19, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Milford Memorial Library. The cost for this craft is $5.00 and registration is required. You can register by contacting the Milford Memorial Library or online by going to http://milfordlibrary.weebly.com/adult-program-registration.html.
 
Volunteers are needed for the Friends of the Milford Library Book Sale set up.  Beginning at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, July 20, help with brining book boxes up from the basement and enjoying a pot luck afterward. Once everything is in place, volunteers can shop the book sale before opening.
 
The Friends group is also in need of volunteers to work the book sale on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Some extra help will be needed after the book sale on Saturday to clean up.  For more information or to confirm your participation, please contact Milford Memorial Library at 712-338-4643 or [email protected].
 
On Wednesday, July 5, at 5:30 p.m., an open meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Milford Memorial Library will take place in the Milford Community Center. The agenda will be posted on MML’s website and front bulletin board at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend and offer their thoughts in order to make MML a better library.

Milford Memorial Library: Youth Corner

Milford Memorial Library has three Building Bookworms (storytime) and one Minds in Motion (sensory play) left during this summer’s reading program. This week at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 29, Miss Becca will have a storytime called Watch Out World with the craft being superhero essentials (ex. mask, cape, arm bands). The next two Bookworms will be at 10:30 a.m. on two Thursdays in July. We are excited to be partnering with the Pearson Lakes Art Center for a fun bug craft on July 6, and Miss Becca will round out the summer with one last storytime on July 13. That theme is called Me, Myself, & I, and the craft will be an express yourself poster (i.e., colorful, descriptive poster about the kids). Our last Minds in Motion will be at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, July 10. Please remember this is a casual time where kiddos can play with different sensory items.

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Paint Night at the Library is on Tuesday, June 27, at 7:00 p.m., at the Arnolds Park Library. This month we will be painting a succulent pot with several succulents included. All of the supplies will be provided by the libraries. There are only 30 spots available so pre-register at the Arnolds Park Public Library, Spirit Lake Public Library, or the Milford Memorial Library. The cost is $15 for registration. Registrants will need to pay prior to the event to secure their spot. You may also register by going to this link: http://milfordlibrary.weebly.com/adult-program-registration.html
 
Stop into Milford Memorial Library for Summer Reading Logs! The Youth program is for kids up to 4th grade, Young Adult is for 4th through 12th grades, and Adult is for everyone else. Reading logs can be completed until Friday, August 4.
 
Would you like a chance to shop the Friends of Milford Memorial Library’s Book Sale before it opens to the public? Please join other volunteers and the library staff for set up beginning at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, July 20, with a potluck to follow. Once everything is in place, let the shopping begin. The Friends group is also in need of volunteers to work the book sale on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Some extra help will be needed after the book sale on Saturday to clean up.  For more information or to confirm your participation, please contact Milford Memorial Library at 712-338-4643 or [email protected].
 
Celebrate audiobook month with MML! Playaways already have the audio contained within and the battery to make it play, there’s nothing to do but plug in earphones and enjoy. Wonderbooks are printed books with a ready-to-play audiobook and critical thinking questions. We also have CD audiobooks to play in the vehicle or in the house.  Finally, have an audiobook with you wherever you go by downloading Libby onto your cell phone or tablet.
 
Attention Kindle users, it is now easier to use Libby. The Libby by Overdrive app can now be found in the Amazon app store. Simply go to the Amazon app store, search Libby by Overdrive, and download. Then follow the app’s instructions. Contact the library with any questions.

Milford Memorial Library: Youth Corner

All of the staff at Milford Memorial Library love seeing the families and daycares at the summer reading programs. Here’s what is coming up next at our library. Building Bookworms with Miss Hannah from Dickinson County ISU 4-H & Youth will be at 1:30 p.m. this Wednesday, June 21. Her program will focus on animal sounds, ice cream, and even milking a cow (say what!). Minds in Motion is going well with the kids using their hands and minds with all of the sensory items. Our next one is at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 26. To finish out this month, Miss Becca will have a Building Bookworms storytime at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 29. The theme is Watch Out World with the craft being superhero essentials. Reach out to MML with any questions (712-338-4643).
 
 
 

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On Tuesday, June 20, at 7:00 p.m., at Milford Memorial Library join Milford Memorial Library, Arnolds Park Library, and Spirit Lake Library in welcoming Noggin and her human Karen. Noggin and Karen will inform us about the Alaskan Iditarod, the sport of dog sledding, what tools, tricks, and tips they use. Everyone is encouraged to attend this free program. Thank you to the Friends of the Milford Library, Friends of the Arnolds Park library, and Friends of the Spirit Lake Library for sponsoring this program.
 
Any interested parties are welcome to join MML’s Open book Discussion Group, on Tuesday, June 20, at 1:00 p.m., at MML. We will be discussing the featured book, The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom. Any interested individuals may find a copy at the library. It is not necessary to attend all of the meetings, and you are welcome to come and go as you please.
 
Adult Craft Series on Wednesday, June 21, will be a Faux Stain Glass Votive. This craft will be kit only. The kit includes glass stain, leading, votive holder and instructions. The cost for this craft is $5.00 and registration is required. You can register by contacting the Milford Memorial Library or online by going to http://milfordlibrary.weebly.com/adult-program-registration.html.
 
The Young Adult Summer Subscription Box 1 is available for registration until Friday, June 16. Registration can still be done by calling Milford Memorial Library at 712-338-4643, Arnolds Park Library at 712-332-2033, or Spirit Lake Library at 712-336-2667 before Friday, June 16.
 
Young Adult Summer Subscription Box 2 is available for registration. Summer Subscription Box 2 will run from Tuesday, June 20, through Friday, June 30. Fourth through twelfth graders will be getting materials to decorate terra cotta pots, succulents, and potting supplies. A reading list, recipe, and playlist will also be included. Registration can be done by calling Milford Memorial Library at 712-338-4643, Arnolds Park Library at 712-332-2033, or Spirit Lake Library at 712-336-2667 before Friday, June 30.
 
Summer Reading Logs for all ages can now be picked up at MML. Reading logs can be completed from now until Friday, August 4. The Youth program is for kids up to 4th grade, Young Adult is for 4th through 12th grades, and Adult is for everyone else.

Milford Memorial Library: Youth Corner

Miss Becca at Milford Memorial Library has two upcoming library programs. The first program is Minds in Motion at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 19. This is an unstructured, sensory playtime where the kids can explore and play with a variety of toys such as water beads, kinetic sand, and blocks. The second program is Building Bookworms with Miss Hannah from Dickinson County ISU 4-H & Youth at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21. Her program will have different stations for the kids to experience animal sounds and even milk a cow. Find all of this information and much more on our Facebook page, our summer webpage, and at our library on 1009 9th Street.

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All Young Adults, 4th-12th graders, are invited to bring their imaginations to Milford Memorial Library on Wednesday, June 14, for Bad Art Day.  From 10:30 a.m. to Noon, they will be letting loose, creating artwork and not worrying about what it looks like. This is a free program and registration is encouraged. To register call MML at 712-338-4643 or go to http://milfordlibrary.weebly.com/young-adult-registration.html.
 
Community Connections at MML will be on Thursday, June 15, at 10:30 a.m., at the library. This month’s program is called Spend Smart. Eat Smart. with Dickinson County ISU Extension. Community Connections is open to adults wanting to learn and socialize. Coffee and refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Milford Library. This program is held on the third Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. This is a free program and attendees are encouraged to socialize after presentations
 
Young Adult Summer Subscription Box 1 is now available to pick up for those who registered. This box has supplies for making a duct tape flower pen and a DIY Wreck-It journal. Also included is a basic foot scrub recipe, playlist, and reading list. This is a free activity, but does require registration due to the limit of 50 boxes. Registration can still be done by calling Milford Memorial Library at 712-338-4643, Arnolds Park Library at 712-332-2033, or Spirit Lake Library at 712-336-2667 before Friday, June 16.
 
Please join MML at the Open book Discussion Group, on Tuesday, June 20, at 1:00 p.m. We will be discussing the featured book, The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom. Any interested individuals may find a copy at the library. It is not necessary to attend all of the meetings, and you are welcome to come and go as you please.
 
Summer Reading Logs for all ages can now be picked up at MML. Reading logs can be completed from now until Friday, August 4. The Youth program is for kids up to 3rd grade, Young Adult is for 4th through 12th grades, and Adult is for everyone else.
 

Milford Memorial Library: Youth Corner

Milford Memorial Library welcomes everyone to the 2023 Summer Reading Program, Find Your Voice! All of the summer information can be found at our library, on our Facebook page, and on our website (summer tab on the left).

​Miss Becca has some great programs at the library including Minds in Motion and Building Bookworms. Minds in Motion will take place at 3:00 p.m. each Monday in June and on July 10. This is a sensory based program with a variety of items for the kiddos to explore and play with on their own. Building Bookworms is a storytime full of stories, movement, learning, and crafts. All of the dates take place at 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays with one exception on June 21 at 1:30 p.m. They include June 8 (Kindermusik), June 21 (ISU 4-H & Youth), June 29 (superheroes), July 6 (Pearson Lakes Art Center), and July 13 (ourselves). If you have any questions or want to receive summer information, please reach out to Miss Becca at (712) 338-4643 or [email protected].