NWCPL staff member Amanda Demster scans an old photograph using the library’s special scanning equipment. Photo provided by NWCPL.

News Release

NORTH WEBSTER — Do you have cherished old documents and/or memorabilia that you’d like to safeguard for future generations? North Webster Community Public Library is hosting a special “Community Scanning Day” from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30.

NWCPL understands the value of preserving historical records and personal memorabilia. To help the community safeguard their precious memories, the library is offering this unique opportunity to convert physical documents into a digital format.

Due to space limitations and to ensure a smooth scanning process, interested participants must book an appointment in advance. To secure your spot, call the library at (574) 834-7122. Each participant is welcome to bring up to 10 individual pages for scanning. Staff and volunteers will efficiently scan the documents and save them to a flash drive. If you do not have a flash drive, the library offers them for purchase.

While the library aims to assist with preserving a wide array of materials, it is important to note they cannot scan copyrighted materials. Additionally, to ensure the safety of both the documents and the scanning equipment, NWCPL is not equipped to handle badly damaged or very brittle materials. For such delicate items, it is recommended to consult a professional preservation service.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact NWCPL soon. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to preserve history.

Library Card Sign-Up Month Begins Sept. 1

Embrace the spirit of learning and get ready for the new school year by signing up for your own library card during “Library Card Sign-Up Month” in September. When you sign up for a new card, you can spin the wheel of surprises to win a small prize such as a restaurant coupon, a scented bookmark or a sweet treat. But that’s not all — by signing up for a new library card, you will enter the weekly drawing for a Neighborhood Fresh gift card. If you’ve been meaning to get a library card, make a point to come in starting Sept. 1 and take advantage of this special event.

The following activities are set to take place. Attendees do not need to have a library card to participate in any of these events.

Adult Events

Adult needle-felting, 4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21. This month they will be creating beautiful needle-felted samplers. Class is free and all materials are provided, but registration is required as space is limited.

Have you been curious to learn more about honeybees and other pollinators? NWCPL will be hosting a special event by the Purdue Extension at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22, to discuss pollinators and their important role in agriculture. This will be a fascinating and educational program you will not want to miss. Make sure to register in advance by calling the library.

Local author Lynn Brown will be at the library at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 24, to talk about her new historical fiction novel, “Fevers and Furs.” Come chat with Brown or purchase an autographed copy of her book.

Teen Events

Unwind and make new friends at Teen Cafe, the ultimate Monday hangout spot at the library. Join in after school at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21, for thrilling video games like MarioKart, Roblox and Minecraft, epic board game showdowns and a delectable array of snacks, drinks and coffee. Teens — start your week out right in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Teen Writers’ Corner, 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23. Come share you stories, poems or other writings with a group of like-minded individuals. Get inspiration or help along the way and hone your writing talents.

For more information about any library events, call the library at (574) 834-7122, visit the library’s website at nwcpl.org or click into the library’s Facebook page.