Family History Update

When the library opens you will notice numerous changes; increased number of computers, table space, scanners, etc. The greatest change will be location of materials. 1st. Floor: Is more open. 2nd Floor Home to Canadian and US microfilms along with new and original scanners. 3rd Floor: Additional bookshelves, collection expanded by 40 thousand books. New scanners. B1: British Films: Maps relocated to new map cases. Additional desks, computers, and microfilm readers. B2: International books, no longer housed in high density. Guests may bring personal books in for scanning. Details coming soon. Library opening date remains uncertain. Consideration for safety is a huge factor; all staff must be fully vaccinated. Construction and re-signage must be completed. Websites and social media to be updated. In addition to this heavy staff workload the library continues to offer online classes and webinars. Continual appreciation to the library and staff for their efforts to provide improved service to the public. The services to the Germans from Russia culture are outstanding. Dee Hert

Seeking Donations

We as a group are very blessed and fortunate; we are also aware of others who have great needs.  Tabitha's Way 2021 is in need of donations for the population they serve.

It is proposed that our chapter support those in need. 

Plan A:  We gather numerous items and present them to the Ansley's when/if we have our traditional Christmas Party at the Springville church.

Plan B: We gather extensive supplies.  I propose we load them into my truck and transport several loads before December.  I am willing to come to you if you have several boxes of donated items.

Downsizing- is it time to donate items you no longer need?

Retired-is it time to empty that closet of unused items?  

Outgrown- do you and yours have a ton of clothing that no longer fits?

Children- diapers, food, children's clothing and books.

If you have an item you would like to donate but are unsure if it qualifies, contact Shirley Ansley.  For a complete list of items, contact Dee Hert.  Emails for both are in the in the right hand column of this blog under chapter officers.