Rapids Reads "Into the Wild"
Marcia Anderson
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What’s Happening at the Grand Rapids Area Library
March 13, 2012
Rapids Reads: Into the Wild
Tonight!
Into the Wild Film Screening, Grand Rapids Area Library Community Room
Tuesday, March 13th, 6:00 p.m.
Repeated: Thursday, April 5th, 6:00 p.m.
Introducing Rapids Reads 2012: ‘Into the Wild’ by Jon Krakauer
Rapids Reads is a community read program to get people excited about reading by encouraging adults throughout the community to read one notable book and participate in a variety of related programs.
About the book
The 2012 selection, ‘Into the Wild’ by Jon Krakauer, is a true story exploring themes related to Americans’ fascination with wilderness and civil disobedience. ‘Into the Wild’ is also the beautifully written story of Christopher McCandless, a young man from a well-to-do family, who hitchhiked to Alaska and walked alone into the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley. He had given away his savings to charity, abandoned his car and most of his possessions, burned the cash in his wallet, and invented a new life for himself. Four months later, his body was found by a party of moose hunters. The book chronicles McCandless’ adventures and explores the motivations and actions behind his untimely death.
How to participate
- Check out a copy of ‘Into the Wild’ from Grand Rapids Area Library (we have many copies)
- Watch a screening of a critically acclaimed film adaptation of Jon Krakauer’s ‘Into the Wild
- Attend a library program between March 15 and April 11 with an expert on a wilderness related topic
Wilderness and the American Consciousness
Thursday, March 15th, 7:00 p.m. - Grand Rapids Area Library Community Room
Gustavus Adolphus American Studies professor Don Scheese explores the relationship between people and place – how a given environment shapes and is shaped by individuals, groups, and society- and how this relationship plays out in literature, painting, photography, and other aspects of American culture. (Funded by the Grand Rapids Area Library Foundation)
Lost in Minnesota
Wednesday, March 21st, 7:00 p.m. - Grand Rapids Area Library Community Room
Harlow Thompson, Captain, Itasca County Search and Rescue, shares stories of people lost
in the Minnesota wilderness - some of whom have not been found. Learn how not to get lost,
tips for what to do if you are lost, and helpful survival techniques. Introduction and insights by
retired DNR Conservation Officer Tom Chapin.
Into the Wild - Book Club Discussion
Wednesday, March 28th, 7:00 p.m. - Library Riverview and Community Rooms
Join the 'Grand Rapids Men's Reading Group' to discuss Into the Wild.
The Importance of Wilderness
Thursday, March 29th, 7:00 p.m. - Grand Rapids Area Library Community Room
Kevin Proescholdt - author of ‘Troubled Waters: the Fight for the Boundary Waters Canoe
Area Wilderness’ - explores the importance of wilderness in Minnesota and beyond. Mr.
Proescholdt has worked with Into the Wild author Jon Krakauer on environmental and
wilderness issues. (Funded by the Grand Rapids Area Library Foundation)
Special Capstone Event - An Evening with Will Steger
Wednesday, April 11th, 7:00 p.m. - Itasca Community College Davies Hall Theatre
Will Steger, best known for his legendary polar explorations, has travelled tens of thousands of miles by kayak and dogsled for more than 45 years. He has led teams on some of the most significant polar expeditions in history, earning the Lifetime Achievement award from National Geographic Adventure Magazine in 2007. From the front lines of global warming, Will Steger is inspiring, educating and empowering people around the world to take action on global warming solutions. (presented in collaboration with the ICC Natural Resources Club and funded in part by the Grand Rapids Area Library Foundation)
Other March Events:
Family Movie Night
Thursday, March 22, 6:00 pm
This month we will present Happy Feet 2 on the big screen in the community room! Bring dinner or a snack and join us!
Make a Medicine Bag
Friday, March 23, 1:00 pm (no school!)
Come and join the artists of the Creativity Tank as we all learn how to make a medicine bag! The Creativity Tank will work with children to stitch their own Medicine Bag of leather while learning the history of this mysterious pouch. Historically a medicine bag was carried by the medicine man or shaman of North American Indian tribes and was said to hold supernatural items and provide powers like increased hunting ability, aid in fighting skill, and alter the weather. The project is interactive and demands some dexterity. Children pre-school age will be able to complete the project with the assistance of a caretaker. There is no school today, so come to the library!
The Puppettellers
Monday, March 26 7:00 pm
Puppeteer Heron Gardner and his PuppetTellers recount “A Night on Bear Island,” the story of Basil and Samantha who become marooned on Bear Island and must overcome their fear of monsters and the dark. Told with rod puppets, bold graphics and dramatic sound effects, this fast-paced, family-friendly tale of suspense and friendship is suited for children of all ages. http://www.thepuppettellers.com
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 27 4 pm
Story Times
Story Times will be Mondays March 19 & 26 at 9:30 and 10:30, and every Saturday at 10:30. Led by ECFE teachers, the Story Times include books, rhymes, songs, movement and fun! Snack and crafts follow.
March 17 is National Quilting Day!
National Quilting Day is celebrating its 22nd anniversary and has chosen an Ohio Star with Mariner’s Compass Center to commemorate the day for 2012. You can download the pattern from the National Quilting Association web site at http://nqaquilts.org/natqday/
and learn more about National Quilting Day. ABCs of Quilting has graciously loaned us some quilts to display to celebrate and we also have a variety of quilt books on display. Also celebrate March as National Craft month!
Very cool new web site:
New from the University of MN, the Ojibwe People’s Dictionary http://ojibwe.lib.umn.edu/
“The Ojibwe People's Dictionary is a searchable, talking Ojibwe-English dictionary that features the voices of Ojibwe speakers. It is also a gateway into the Ojibwe collections at the Minnesota Historical Society. Along with detailed Ojibwe language entries and voices, you will find beautiful cultural items, photographs, and excerpts from relevant historical documents. Whenever possible, we provide examples of documents in the Ojibwe language.” (from the web site description)
Wish List:
Large flat screen television for community room
Sheets to cover tables at annual book sale
Tax forms (state and federal) are available in the lobby of the Library
Find more upcoming events on our Event Calendar
A direct link to the Library’s online event calendar is here. A link to just the events for children is available by clicking on the “kids” button on the Library's web site
Library Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00-7:00, Friday 9:00 – 5:00, Saturday 10-2:00
You can renew or request material online through our web site at www.grandrapids.lib.mn.us. Or call the automated renewal line at 218-741-9085
Marcia Anderson
Library Director
Grand Rapids Area Library
140 NE 2nd Street
Grand Rapids, MN 55744-2662
Office: 218-326-7643
Fax: 218-326-7644
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