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Match the Villain to the Tale

May 25, 2021 Scott Wright

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Name that Tale

May 25, 2021 Scott Wright

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Sample Quiz

February 23, 2021March 17, 2021 Scott Wright

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First Grade Reader Roundup Library Card Application

February 8, 2021February 1, 2024 Scott Wright

We are now offering online library card registration.

Please fill out the form below to apply for a Dexter District Library borrower’s card. When you come to the Library with your child, please fill out the privacy waiver form on the back of the paper application and also sign the application.

We will give your child’s physical card to their teacher to hand out for First Grade Reader Roundup.

A valid card is required to access the Library’s content.

Our borrower’s cards are only available to residents of the Dexter School District, including students. If you reside outside our service area, please check with your home library about getting a card.

To view a virtual tour of the Children’s Department click here.

Affirm that you reside within the Dexter school district (required)

1. Applicant's Last Name (required)

Please leave this field empty.

2. Applicant's First Name (required)

3. Applicant's Middle Name - if you don't have one, write "no middle" (required)

4. Address (Number, Street, Apartment # if Applicable) (required)

5. City (required)

6. Zip Code (required)

7. Phone (required)

8. Applicant's Date of Birth (required, in this format please: MM/DD/YYYY)

9. Provide the email address of the guardian. (required)

10. What is the last name of your child's teacher? (required)

11. What is the name of your child's school? (required)
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12. Answer this statement: I certify that the information on this form is correct. I accept responsibility for those materials borrowed on the library card issued from this application. Responsibility for the choice of materials borrowed rests with the person(s) who filled out this entry form and not with the Dexter District Library or its staff. (required)

13. I certify that the information on this form is correct. I accept responsibility for those materials borrowed on the library card issued from the application before the applicant turns 18 years of age or otherwise becomes legally competent. Responsibility for the choice of materials borrowed rests with the person(s) who filled out this entry form and not with the Dexter District Library or its staff. (required)

14. Provide the full name of the guardian taking responsibility for the minor. (required)

Book List Test

November 9, 2020November 12, 2020 Scott Wright

Title	Ten arguments for deleting your social media accounts right now
Author	Lanier, Jaron
Subject(s)	Internet Social aspects Social media Social media Popular works Internet Social aspects Social media

Title	Rising strong
Author	Brown, Brene?
Subject(s)	Self-actualization (Psychology) Courage

RBDigital / OverDrive merger

September 22, 2020 Scott Wright

Due to a corporate merger, Dexter District Library will be moving our RBDigital downloadable audiobooks from RBdigital to Download Destination. You will continue to be able to browse, borrow, and enjoy all the same great audiobooks you loved in the RBdigital app as they will soon be available in the Libby app from OverDrive.

The transfer of content is slated to take place at 8:00 am on Thursday, 9/24 and will coincide with a brief service outage of our Download Destination platform; after-which, the RBDigital titles will begin to show up.

If you currently have an audiobook checked out in the RBdigital app, it will be available through the remainder of the lending period, so you can finish your title without disruption or risk of losing your place in the book.

For the time being, digital magazines will still be available on the RBdigital app as a date for magazine transfers to Download Destination has not yet been set.

Introductions to our Services

August 28, 2020November 1, 2023 Scott Wright

Kanopy

Note: on 11/1/2023 Kanopy introduced a “ticketing” system instead of checkouts. You will receive 45 tickets per month per card.

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Download Destination

Volunteer Highlights

July 28, 2020April 23, 2025 Scott Wright

The Friends of the Dexter District Library applaud all our volunteers for their efforts in support of the Library. We have two different programs recognizing Friends’ efforts.

We celebrate our Friends through a Recognition Program that acknowledges those who have donated their time through levels of volunteer hours. Friends contributing 50 hours receive bronze pins, at 100 hours volunteers receive silver pins and at the 250 hour level, volunteers receive gold pins, noting their service. Recipients are sent a commendation letter from the President of the Friends with their pins. Since the inception of the program, individual Friends achievements are highlighted below.

Yearly we also vote for and announce the “Volunteer of the Year.” This individual has made significant contributions of time and effort as a Friend of the Library. The Volunteer of the Year’s name is added to a plaque that hangs in the Friends’ room at the Library.

Without our many volunteers, we could not support the Dexter Library as we do. Thank you to one and all.

Friends of the Library

Volunteer of the Year Award

Each year, the members of the Friends of the Library Board nominate individual volunteers for a special tribute. The volunteer of the year has made significant contributions of time and effort as a Friend of the Library. Voting by the Board takes place at the annual meeting in December, to which all Friends are invited. All volunteers are eligible for nomination. The Volunteer of the Year’s name is added to a plaque that hangs in the Friends’ room at the Library. Without our many volunteers, we could not support the Dexter Library as we do. Thank you one and all. The Friends of the Library has honored the following volunteers for their outstanding service during a specific year as well as achievements over time.

2024 – Jim Hutton

2022 – Ben True

2020 – Joelle Moroz

2019 – Mary Westhoff

2018 – Carolyn Tyson

2017 – Michael Raatz

2016 – Neil Reichard

2015 – Bob and Gloria Stephens

2014 – Tom and Heidi Ford

2013 – Rachel Kuo

2012 – Our book sorting crew: Jim Allan, Mary Aleksoff, Sharon Crawford, Sherri Munson and Susi Naperstek

2011 – Marilyn Raatz

Ways to Celebrate National Library Week

April 19, 2020April 20, 2020 Ruth Jansen

1. Visit your library online – https://dexter.lib.mi.us/digital-collections

While many libraries are temporarily closed due the current public health crisis, it’s a great time to explore the many digital resources they provide. Most libraries offer access to audiobooks, e-books, music and movies. Some are even finding ways to offer programs online, such as virtual storytimes, book clubs, and crafting sessions.

2. Try out our Digital Escape Room

Our “Find the Library at Your Place” Digital Adventure can be found here:

https://forms.gle/ftTLTMEDb6uPRbkU9

3. Say #ThankYouLibraries on social media

Celebrate National Library Week 2020 by sharing what you love about the virtual services available at your library. Post to Instagram, Twitter, or on the I Love Libraries Facebook page, about an e-book, audiobook, virtual storytime or bookclub, or how your library has made a difference while you’ve been social distancing at home. Use the hashtag #ThankYouLibraries and tag your library. We’ll gather all the entries, and one randomly selected winner will receive a $100 Visa gift card. The promotion starts Sunday, April 19 at noon CT and ends on Saturday, April 25 at noon CT. Official rules coming soon.

If you love your library, say it loud and proud: vocal community support helps libraries secure much-needed funding and reminds hardworking library staff that their efforts are appreciated. Participating in #ThankYouLibraries is a quick, easy way to help your library thrive!

4. Follow your library, ALA, and I Love Libraries on social media

Be sure to follow your library on social media so you don’t miss out on all they have to offer, including the most reliable information about keeping your family safe during the uncertain times.

Follow the American Library Association and I Love Libraries on social media and join us on social media by using the hashtags #NationalLibraryWeek and #LibrariesTransform.

ALA accounts: Twitter: @ALALibrary | Facebook: @AmericanLibraryAssociation | Instagram: @americanlibraryassociation
I Love Libraries: Twitter: @IloveLibraries | Facebook @ILoveLibraries

5. Add our National Library Week frame to your Facebook profile picture

Show your support for libraries by adding our National Library Week frame to your Facebook profile picture.

Go to your profile on the Facebook app and tap “Edit” on your profile picture, then tap “Add Frame.”

If you don’t see it in the list search for “National Library Week.”

You can also download the frame and add it to your profile picture manually.

6. Post these digital graphics on your social media channels, blog, or website:

ShibSibs Graphics

Facebook Share | Facebook Cover

Twitter Share | Twitter Header

Instagram Share

Boombox | Leaderboard | Skyscraper

1200 x 420

Find the Library at Your Place Graphics

Instagram Share | Instagram Share in Spanish

Facebook Share | Facebook Share in Spanish

Facebook Cover Art | Facebook Cover Art in Spanish

Twitter Share | Twitter Share in Spanish

Twitter Header | Twitter Header in Spanish

Boombox 300 x 250 px | Boombox in Spanish

Leaderboard 720 x 90 px | Leaderboard in Spanish

Skyscaper 160 x 600 px | Skyscraper in Spanish

2160 x 804 px

Find Your Place at the Library Graphics

Apply For A Library Card

March 24, 2020June 25, 2021 Scott Wright

We are now offering online library card registration.

Please fill out the form below to apply for a temporary Dexter District Library borrower’s card.

We will provide your card information via e-mail and send your physical card to your home address via standard postal mail. If you need a Library card immediately, please visit the Library to register. The Library is open to the public for registration and browsing materials. Processing time for online registrations may vary and physical card delivery is dependent on postal mail.

A valid card number is required to access the Library’s electronic content. This content is always available and can be accessed from home.

We require all new applicants to visit the Library building to complete the registration process and extend the expiration date of new cards beyond the temporary registration period.

Parents: When registering a child for a Library card, please use a parental e-mail address. Dexter Community School student e-mail addresses prevent receipt of all external e-mails, including those from the Library.

Affirm that you reside within the Dexter school district (required)

1. Applicant's Last Name (required)

Please leave this field empty.

2. Applicant's First Name (required)

3. Applicant's Middle Name - if you don't have one, write "no middle" (required)

4. Address (Number, Street, Apartment # if Applicable) (required)

5. City (required)

6. Zip Code (required)

7. Phone (required)

8. Applicant's Date of Birth (required, in this format please: MM/DD/YYYY)

9. Email Address - If you're a parent applying for a child going to Dexter Schools, put the child's school issued email in this blank and your email in blank #14 (required)

10. Is the applicant over 16 years of age? (required)

11. If yes to #10, answer this statement: I certify that the information on this form is correct. I accept responsibility for those materials borrowed on the library card issued from this application. Responsibility for the choice of materials borrowed rests with the person(s) who filled out this entry form and not with the Dexter District Library or its staff.

12. If no to #10, answer this statement: I certify that the information on this form is correct. I accept responsibility for those materials borrowed on the library card issued from the application before the applicant turns 18 years of age or otherwise becomes legally competent. Responsibility for the choice of materials borrowed rests with the person(s) who filled out this entry form and not with the Dexter District Library or its staff.

13. If no to #10, provide the full name of the guardian taking responsibility for the minor.

14. If no to #10, provide the email address of the guardian.