March 1, 2012

 February 11, 2012 - 

Mclean County Public Library Valentine Party

Saturday morning, the McLean County Public Library provided the locale for a Valentine Party on their second floor! 

Miss Becky entertained them by reading the book, “The Biggest Valentine Ever” and while several of the children had already read the book, their enjoyment was apparent as it was read to them again.  Miss Becky brought them all into the story whereby they were able to assist her in the delivery of several of the story lines.  It was a huge success!  After the reading, they were all provided large hearts of construction paper and given Valentine stickers as well as an array of various colored ink pens, with which to decorate their hearts.

Then it was time to construct candy heart bracelets and necklaces.  This was a grand idea, as they could create their jewelry and then consume it if they so chose – and many of them did!  We all enjoyed this task – children and adults alike!

And finally, they were all provided the opportunity to decorate cookies with icing and assorted Valentine heart sprinkles.  What a delicious way to spend the morning!  The cookies were beautiful and yummy as well.

But wait – the party was still not over!  The final event of the day was a contest to see who could build the tallest stack of over-sized candy hearts – not as easy as it sounds!  But the kids were not defeated – and there were three lucky winners who were able to select a prize from a choice of books and/or a book bag. 

Aimee Newberry, Director of the McLean County Library, explained that this Valentine party had been publicized in the paper for both boys and girls, 12 and younger.  In a couple of weeks there will be a “Fancy Nancy” party just for young girls, 12 and younger and then in March, a Lego party for young boys, 12 and younger – all at the Library. 

The McLean County Public Library is a great location for the Community and provides many selections of new reading for young and old alike as well as the availability of computers for word processing and/or internet access.  The second floor offers a location in their Art Gallery/Conference Room for Civic meetings and educational activities and is equipped with a ‘Smart Board’, speakers, conference tables and chairs.  And through April 14^th, the Green River Asset Building Coalition is providing FREE Income Tax Preparation to the public every Wednesday from 1 pm to 6 pm and every Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm.  Again…all at the Library! 

The McLean County Public Library is a happening place! 

(Click on link below for additional photos taken at the Valentine Party)

McLean County Public Library Valentine Party



  Some of the Valentine Party Attendees

Informational Meetings set for Regional Water Commission

31 Jan 2012 - 6:30 pm - Beech Grove Fire Department

07 Feb 2012 - 6:30 pm - Calhoun City Hall

10 Feb 2012 - 6:30 pm - Livermore City Hall

Formal Public Hearing 

21 Feb 2012 - 9:00 am - McLean County Fiscal Court

The McLean County DAWN (Driving Area Water Needs) board will host three upcoming public informational meetings to explain the formation of the McLean County Regional Water Commission to educate local citizens about the initiative and to obtain public comment.

Begun in 2009, DAWN is a collaboration between McLean County Fiscal Court, Beech Grove Water Association & North McLean Water District as well as the cities of Calhoun, Island, Livermore and Sacramento, to prepare for the county's futurre water needs.

In particular, the goal is to regionalize water operations for the county, rather than addressing the issue piecemeal. 

To learn more about this initiative, you are welcome to attend any one of the above listed meetings.

January 01, 2012

Happy New Year!

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