After a few weeks recuperating, Phyllis is back in the routine of “learning the ropes” of her duties as librarian. Even though the weather may not indicate, summer will be upon us soon. Many libraries across the country will celebrate space exploration in their summer reading programs. This year’s slogan “A Universe of Stories” was chosen by library professionals to help libraries offer children of all ages an incentive to keep reading throughout the summer, therefore avoiding the “summer slip” parents and teachers know so well, come fall. Plans are being formulated for the Rippey Library summer reading program and volunteers will be needed. If you can help, you are encouraged to talk with Phyllis.
We have a mystery benefactor! Recently, five donated books were in the drop box. Clearly, they were left by someone who either liked to quilt or enjoyed children’s stories with a quilting theme. No Dragons on My Quilt by Jean Ray Laury, with Ritva Laury and Lizabeth Laury, is a story of a boy, his grandmother and a special quilt, plus full-size patterns for making the quilt. The Quilt Makers Gift, by Jeff Brumbeau and Gail de Marcken, is a fable that celebrates the joy of giving. It’s about a generous quilt maker who gives away the quilts she makes. The Quilt Makers Journey, a prequel to the The Quilt Makers Gift, also by Jeff Brumbeau and Gail de Marcken, is about the value of generosity and spirit of community in a young girl’s life. Papa and the Pioneer Quilt, by Jean Van Leeuwen follows a young girl who chronicles her family’s journey through the making of a quilt, as they travel the Oregon Trail in 1853. The last book, The Quilt-Block History of Pioneer Days, by Mary Cobb, illustrates traditional American quilt-block designs that were created to reflect daily life and special events of pioneer life. Simple craft projects are included. A big thank you to our unknown giver!
I’ve always enoyed watching the quilt makers in our community and while I will never be one, I admire those who can create and finish the beautiful creations.
– Jean Borgeson, Rippey Library Trustee