Museum Passes

Looking for something to do this summer? The libray has a number of museum passes available for Monroe residents to borrow. To see a list of passes go to: http://www.ewml.org/passes.htm
The Friends of the Library purchase these passes for us. Thanks Friends!

Donations to the library

Did you know the library receives donations all the time? Each is acknowledged with a thank you letter and then recorded in the Library Director's monthly report to the Library Board of Trustees and the First Selectman. Our patrons though, don't read that report. Now, each month, a list of doners will be posted at the Circulation Desk, over by the book return slot. Gifts to the library help in so many ways. Many thanks to people who donate as a memorial gift, for a birthday, or just because they love our library so much!

Join our email mailing list!

Receive news of our events and programs by joining the library mailing list. You will receive news on only those topics that interest you. Try it! You can un-subscribe at any time. Join by going to our homepage - fill in your email address at the top/right of our page.

What happened to the power?

On Friday, June 19 the library lost power in the late morning. The emergengy generator was able to supply emergency power but main lights and all the computers were down. The library was forced to close for the afternoon. We are up and running again (Monday morning) and I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused our patrons. Fines will not be charged for items due on Friday, and please report any problems with your library accounts to the Circulation staff to have them corrected. Thank you.

Congratulations Joan!

Joan Clark was awarded a Individual Achievement Award in the Employee Recognitions Award Ceremony on June 11, 2009 by First Selectman Tom Buzi. Congratulations Joan for your excellent service to the library and the community of Monroe! Joan started working at the library in 2004 as a part-time library aide. She received her Master of Library Science Degree in 2007 and began working as a Reference Librarian at that time. Joan is a very dedicated librarian and she helps everyone who comes to the Reference Desk find what they need. No matter how long it takes or how hard the job, Joan will do it. She, like all members of the library staff, is totally dedicated to excellent service with a smile :>)
She totally deserves this award and we are all so proud of her!

Congratulations to Bill Ehlers

Bill Ehlers, Chairman of the Library Board of Trustees, was honored by the Rotary Club of Monroe on June 7, 2009 at their annual "Service Above Self Breakfast". Bill was one of three people honored who exemplify the rotary motto, "Service Above Self". The three categories of awards include awards in Education, awarded to Carl Bodnar; Business, awarded to Paul Moyse; and Community, awarded to Bill Ehlers.

Bill Ehlers has been involved for over 20 years with the library and he played a significant role in obtaining the new building named in honor of Edith Wheeler. A Monroe resident since 1968, Bill has been a Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader, served on the school bus committee and been involved with flag football. He served with Habitat for Humanity in Mexico and he volunteers at St. Stephens Church. He loves boating, golf,and reading (of course!).

Thank you Bill for your service to the community and especially to the library.

Teen Photo Contest Winners!

Congratulations to the winners of our Teen Photo Contest! You may see them by linking to:
http://www.ewml.org/teenphotos.htm

A big thank you also to Eph Tobin and Jon Aspinwall of the Greater Bridgeport Camera Club for judging; and to Pat Grabarz for framing the winners.
Lorna Rhyins organized the photo contest and she was so impressed with all of the entries that she is planning to run it again next year so save your photos.