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SIUSLAW NEWS | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 2019 | 7A BOOKS from page 1A The money received by the library is split between books for younger readers and those for the adult col- lection. Fortunately, studies done by the Pew Charita- ble Trust over the past few years indicate library usage is holding steady nationally, with the number of younger Americans accessing local libraries on the rise. One of the many benefits that this financial stability allows is a yearly infusion of thought, experiences and new information that cov- ers nearly every major area of human endeavor and ac- complishment. There are also a number of sobering investigations into crimes against humanity, the mar- ginalization of liberty, the exploitation of women and children and the devaluing of truth in our political di- alogue. All of these topics are re- flected in the list of the titles purchased this year by Mitt- ge, including a wide variety of non-fiction and reference books like “The American Flag: An Encyclopedia of the Stars and Stripes in U.S. History, Culture and Law” and the latest history books by Pulitzer Prize winning author David McCollough. Mittge specifically men- tioned McCollough’s latest book as one that had been requested by multiple pa- trons and already had a hold list of readers waiting for the book from the two-time Pu- litzer winner and PBS nar- rator. FOOD BACKPACK FOR KIDS is enrolled in Fred Meyer’s Community Rewards Program Please link your Rewards Card to Food Backpack for Kids by logging on to: www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards and link to our Fred Meyer assigned NPO Number: YV526 YOU STILL EARN YOUR REBATES, REWARDS and FUEL POINTS! Every time you use your Fred Meyer Rewards Card, Food Backpack for Kids receives a matched donation from Fred Meyer Community Rewards program. THANK YOU! “Together, No Child Will Go Hungry!” Food Backpack for Kids is a 501(c)3 Nonprofi t McCollough has recent- ly released two important books that have garnered attention for major liter- ary awards. “The American Spirit, Who We Are and What We Stand For” and his latest release, “The Pioneers, The Heroic Story of the Set- tlers that Brought the Amer- ican Ideal West,” have been well reviewed and both are New York Times Bestsellers. McCollough’s retrospec- tive “American Spirit” be- gins with the following line that highlights his belief that the study of history is perhaps the single most im- portant element in under- standing America and her citizens. “History, I like to think is, is a larger way of look- ing at life. It is a source of strength, of inspiration. It is about who we are and what we stand for and is essen- tial to our understanding of what our own role should be in our time,” Mittge read. “History, as can’t be said often enough, is hu- man. It is about people, and they speak to us across the years.” Mittge also mentioned some books that may not be as high profile as those by McCollough but are inter- esting for the visual aspects of history they provide to the reader. “Images of America pub- lishes this series of great books that, as the name im- plies, have a lot of images. Judy Fleagle wrote one a few years ago on Florence, and we try to get one from all the places around the state when they come out so we can put in our Ore- gon collection — which is a great resource for Ore- gon places and lots of other things,” Mittge said. The beneficiaries of the successful synergy between philanthropic individuals and the library are the res- idents of Florence, Maple- ton and the surrounding areas. Perhaps more accu- rately the beneficiaries are those in the community that still read actual print- ed books, which judging from the interest shown at last week’s presentation, are numerous. Mittge also wanted to share with the public some books that were purchased with important historic events in mind and are also 2019 Summer Food Program announced – free breakfast, lunch for 18 and younger The Siuslaw School Dis- trict is excited to announce that the federally-funded Summer Food Service Pro- gram will be running again for the summer of 2019. This program ensures all children have access to nu- tritious meals when school is not in session. The meals will run Monday to Friday each week from June 17 through Aug. 16, except for July 4 and 5. FEATURED HOME OF THE WEEK Meals are Available to ALL kids ages 18 and under. No application necessary as the meals are served at no charge. People can drop in, as there are plenty of meals available. This program is available to all children 18 and under, regardless of income. People should plan on joining us at any of the sites below: Siuslaw Elementary Breezeway, 2221 Oak St. Breakfast: 8 to 8:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 to 11:55 a.m. ng Hu he r hild Will C o Go N , Miller Park, 1651 18th St. Lunch: noon to 12:15 p.m. ry Toge t the subject of other upcom- ing library events. “This is the 50th anni- versary of the Apollo moon landing, so we did purchase some of those books and one of my favorites is ‘Space- craft,’ which has really good details about all the parts and what’s inside the space- crafts,” Mittge said. “And we will be having a presentation on the landing on the actu- al day of the moon landing, Saturday, July 22, given by Jeff Phillips from the Eu- gene Astronomical Society. He has a long history with the space program, so that should be very interesting.” In addition, the library’s summer reading program this year is called “A Uni- verse of Stories.” Activities began June 1, so sign up at the library’s front desk to- day. For more information on the new titles available at the Siuslaw Public Library or to find out about upcom- ing events and speakers, call 541-997-3132, visit siuslaw- library.info or stop in at the Florence branch, 1460 Ninth St., or the Mapleton branch, 88148 Riverview Ave. Siuslaw Public Library, 1460 Ninth St. Lunch: 12:20 to 12:40 p.m. ABSOLUTELY EXQUISITE BEACH AREA CUSTOM HOME Well maintained garden delight with incredible privacy located in Heceta South; it has all the right features. Over 2400 sq. ft. 3 BR, 3 BA, 3 car garage, slate fl oors, acid washed granite counters, dual sided fi replace, gracious tall east facing windows embracing the morning light, wind protected outdoor patios & incredible landscaping, productive garden & greenhouse. 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