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(Editor’s Note: Vicki Shurly, director of Peninsula Community Library, reports in with news of the Winter Solstice, Michigan movies, a Christmas poem and more. Read on for her note. -jb)
Ahh! Winter solstice is upon us – the shortest day of the year. It is a bit of a conundrum that as the days grow lighter and longer, here in the north the winds blow fiercer and the skies are white with snow! Surprisingly, Earth is actually closer to the Sun in December and January than in July and August. It is the changing tilt of the earth in relation to the Sun that causes the seasons.
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Author John Steinbeck queried, “What good is the warmth of summer without the cold of winter to give it sweetness?” I love December! The warmth of a cozy fire while curled up with a good book, snow falling softly from the trees during a walk in the woods, a steaming pot of hearty soup on the stovetop … all conjure up images of family, winter holidays and time to quietly gather thoughts.
As we enter a season of holidays, all of us here at Peninsula Community Library wish you the best of the season. You are our family, and we invite you to sit by our hearth and share in goodwill and fellowship!
Please note that we will be closed Dec. 24, 25, 26, 30 and Jan. 1. When TCAPS is closed due to weather, PCL is also closed.
Michigan Movie Mania
Join us for a series of movies set and/or filmed in the Great Lakes State! Upcoming movies include…
Prancer (PG) – Saturday, Dec. 28, 10 a.m. This family-friendly movie follows a young girl who discovers a reindeer in the woods and is sure it is Prancer. Filmed and set in Three Oaks, Michigan.
Jerry & Marge Go Large (PG-13) – Thursday, Jan. 23, 6:30 p.m. This is the true story of an Evart, Michigan couple who set out to save their small town when they find a loophole in the Massachusetts lottery.
Barn Red (NR) – Thursday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m. Set and filmed on Leelanau Peninsula, this film follows a farmer who makes a stand to keep his cherished family land. Filmmaker Rich Brauer joins us!
Of course, what is a movie without snacks?! Snacks will be available for all the movies, and for kids who attend Prancer, there will be activity bags, as well. Watch for more Michigan movies coming up this spring!
Escape the Ice!
Teens and pre-teens join staff member Anais to crack the code to our lock box and solve a winter mystery for a prize! Jan. 11 at 11 a.m. RSVP by Jan. 8 – space limited. Afterward, learn how to make winter slime with Sophia! Pizza too!
Quilts for Kids
Join Kellie Chase to transform fabrics into patchwork quilts for kids facing serious trauma. Jan. 14, 10 a.m. to noon. Quilts for Kids is a non-profit organization. Materials provided. RSVP!
BFFs! Friends of PCL
We LOVE the Friends of PCL! Shop their holiday book bundles Dec. 1 – 31. Their next general meeting is Jan. 15 at 1:30 p.m.
At Your Service
PCL offers a Library of Things, a Seed Library, books, movies, puzzles, games, explorer bags, large print books, a Children’s Garden with a play village and more.
Little Free Libraries have books for the taking. Stay Sharp Kits are available for adult patrons in memory care. Printing, faxing, copying and laptops available onsite. Check out STEM kits for kids! Wireless service accessible in the parking lot 24/7. Limited notary service available by appointment.
In this season of busyness, I leave you with a smile we can all relate to.
My Christmas Cards by Jack Prelutsky
Oh no one got my Christmas cards,
it’s making me upset,
I sent them off two weeks ago,
but no one got them yet.
I drew a bunch of pictures
and I wrote some poems that rhyme,
I sent them off two weeks ago,
that should be lots of time.
I mailed them to my cousins,
to my uncles and my aunts,
I sent them off TWO WEEKS ago,
I think they’ve had their chance.
But no one got my Christmas cards,
not Mommy and not Gramps,
I sent them off TWO WEEKS ago …
Did I forget the stamps?
Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Joyous Kwanzaa!
Hugs,
Vicki Shurly, Director
Peninsula Community Library
2893 Island View Road
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 223-7700, [email protected]
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