News Release

MENTONE — Seniors ages 55 and up are invited to attend Movie Monday at the Library, Monday, Jan. 16. The movie begins at 1 p.m. in the library’s large conference room. The feature film will be “For Pete’s Sake.”

A young married couple, Henrietta (Barbra Streisand) and Pete Robbins (Michael Sarrazin), are far from wealthy on Pete’s cabdriver salary in Brooklyn, N.Y. When Pete needs $3,000 to follow through on a stock market tip, Henrietta decides to secretly go to a loan shark for the money, since the bank won’t help them. As it turns out, the tip is a dud, and Henrietta is left in serious debt to some dangerous people. Now, she needs to scramble to pay back what she owes. Popcorn and water will be provided free for anyone wishing to attend. Contact Billie Abalos at (574) 893-3200 for more information.

See what’s new and now streaming on Hoopla Digital. New titles include “Half Outlaw” by Alex Temblador, “Hotel California” by Don Gruns and “The Mogul” by Vish Dhamija. Teens and children can browse these titles: “Peppa’s Valentine’s Day” by Courtney Carbone and “Short Stories for Young Adults” by Janet Gay. A valid library card is all that is needed to use the library’s Hoopla streaming services. Any of their Library staff would be happy to assist you with setting up your Hoopla account.

Come make an “I Love Reading” snowman craft at Makers’ Space Monday from 10-11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 16, in the library’s Makers’ Space. Kits will be available for you to come in and make your project. There are 12 total. Note that some of the kits contain small pieces that could pose a danger to children under 3 years of age. Parental supervision is advised. This is a free program for children; all supplies needed will be provided at no cost. Contact Abalos at (574) 893-3200 with any questions.

Creative Corner for adults ages 18 and up will take place from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, in the library’s large conference room This month, crafters can make a set of snowman salt/pepper shakers. Cost of the craft is $5. Space is limited, and sign up is required in order to hold your spot. Please contact Abalos at [email protected] or call (574) 893-3200 with questions or for additional information.

Teen Book Club for teens ages 13-18 years old will be held from 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, in the library’s Young Adult room. Feel free to bring a friend with you. This is a free program. For information about participating, please contact Natalie Salazar at [email protected] or call (574) 893-3200.

Parents! Join Bell Memorial Public Library every Friday (except holidays and during their SRP) for Preschool Story Hour, held at 2 p.m. in the library’s Children’s Room. This is a free program for children 2-6 years old. Children listen to a story and complete a craft project related to that week’s theme. Contact Pat at (574) 893-3200 or [email protected] for questions.

The library now offers Overdrive! Let them know if you would like to join Indiana’s Digital Library to have access to e-books, audio books, magazines and collections for teens and kids. You will need to register at the library first by calling or stopping by in person. Call (574) 893-3200 or email [email protected]

Bell Memorial Public Library is in need of donations for their hygiene cabinet. Items needed for the hygiene cabinet are: deodorant (guys and ladies), body wash, bar soap, shampoo, tooth paste, tooth brushes, razors (guys and ladies), feminine napkins (pads), tampons, combs and brushes, shaving cream, mouth wash, lotions, clothes of all sizes in good condition, hats and gloves. Donations can be dropped off at the front desk. For questions, contact Salazar at (574) 893-3200.

The library’s Makerspace is available for public use during regular business hours! Their Cricut machine, along with tools, is for public use as well. They only ask that you bring your own supplies necessary to complete your project. The library does have a Design Space account set up for patron usage if you don’t have one of your own. Contact Abalos at (574) 893-3200 with any questions you might have.

Sign up for a Cricut Workshop at Bell Memorial Public Library! Bell Memorial Public Library will be hosting workshops in their Makerspace for anyone interested in learning the basics on how to use Cricut Design Space as well as the Cricut machine. Workshops will last for one hour each. Bell Library also has a Cricut Explore Air 2 for public use and will provide the supplies needed during the workshop. Interested persons will need to schedule a time slot with Abalos by email at [email protected] or by phone at (574) 893-3200. Time slots available will be from 1-3 p.m. or from 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays or Thursdays. These are free for anyone interested.

Bell Memorial Public Library always offers curbside services! Call (574) 893-3200 to request materials. You can also email Stephen Boggs at [email protected].

In need of notary public services? A notary public is available Monday-Thursday through the library. Services are free of charge.