Desperately Seeking Michelle
We are looking for Michelle, the owner of a bag that was sent on a trip to the U.S.A.
In October 2005, Michelle sent a travel bag to the United States, asking that whoever got it would make an entry in the enclosed journal, add pictures, etc. to the bag, and pass it on to someone else. Michelle wanted the bag to find its way around the U.S. and then be sent back to Canada in May 2006.
The bag was supposed to be returned to the CEO of the Belleville Public Library in May 2006.
It has just come back to the library, with apologies from the last recipient, who accidentally packed it up when she moved and only found it recently.
We want to get the bag back to Michelle.
If you know Michelle, please contact Information Services at Belleville Public Library, 613-968-6731 ext. 2237.
Word of the Week
Etymology: Irish bean sídhe & Scottish Gaelic bean sìth, literally, woman of fairyland Date: 1771
The Easter Bunny
Did you know that the Easter Bunny originated in Germany? The hare and the rabbit were known as the most fertile animals during the spring season and served as the symbols of new life. The tradition was that the children in Germany would leave their caps or bonnets in a secluded place in their home where they hoped the Easter Bunny (Oschter Haws) would lay his nest of coloured eggs. The Easter Bunny was introduced to American folklore during the 1700’s by the German settlers.
The traditions have not changed much over the years. Today, the Easter Bunny leaves baskets of treats for good boys and girls including chocolates, coloured eggs and other Easter treats. Children enjoy Easter egg hunts and decorating Easter eggs. For some great craft ideas for Easter, visit EasterBunny.com
TV Turnoff Week
Take the challenge and turn off your TV! March 31st to April 4th is TV Turnoff week at the Belleville Public Library. This week, the Children’s Services will be providing daily programs for you and your family. These programs include dinosaur night, bingo night, origami night and even a pajama story-time.
Turning off the TV is not as hard as it sounds. When you turn off the TV, it gives you an opportunity to discover the wide range of activities that exist besides the television. One day is not enough of a challenge, you really need try and keep it off for the whole week.
If you’re up to the challenge, then here are some activities for you and your family:
- Read a book
- Put together a puzzle
- Listen to the radio
- Play board games or cards
- Paint a picture, mural or room
- Do some cooking or baking
- Go sledding or ice skating
- Go shopping
- Go to a museum
- Have a party
There are many more activities you could do but this will hopefully get you brainstorming. Once you get away from your TV for a whole week you might surprise yourself and turn it off more often in the future!
Word of the Week
YAFFLE: Noun, Cdn (Nfl) an armful or small load, esp.of cod, firewood, etc. (origin unknown)
(The Canadian Oxford Dictionary. Oxford University Press. 1998.)
Mystery Writer Janet Evanovich
If you’re looking for a great mystery writer with a great sense of humor, check out best selling author Janet Evanovich. Her novels are fast pace and will have you laughing out loud.
The Stephanie Plum Series started with One for the Money and is currently at Fearless 14 which will be released this summer. These novels are extremely funny and fast paced. The main character Stephanie Plum is a bounty hunter who is always getting herself in trouble with both the bad guys and the men in her life. She keeps her gun hidden in her cookie jar, has a partner named Lula and blows up her car in almost every novel. You just can’t wait to read what she’ll be up to next.
Evanovich teamed up with Charlotte Hughes and wrote another exciting series which started with Full House. Although these novels are classed as romance, they still have a great mystery edge to them. These novels include the characters Jamie Swift and Max Holt who drive each other crazy but who can’t stay away from each other. Jamie is a newspaper owner who always seems to find herself in trouble and Max Holt is a genius with too much money who is looking for trouble. This character combination makes for a nonstop, laugh out loud romantic mystery.
The Alex Barnaby series is yet another mystery series by Janet Evanovich. This includes Metro Girl and Motor Mouth. These are brilliantly funny with the fastpaced action typical to Evanoviche’s style. Alexandra Barnaby hooks up with NASCAR driver Sam Hooker on thrilling misadventures that lead to hot nights and cold blooded murder.
So if you’re looking for a novel that will take you on a ride you’ll never forget, try Janet Evanovich … you won’t be disappointed.
Word of the week
BOOKWORM - 1 informal a person devoted to reading. 2 the larva of a moth or beetle which feeds on the paper and glue used in books.
(The Canadian Oxford Dictionary, Oxford University Press. 1998.)
