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Monday, Nov. 19. Pereira has writ-
ten a memoir, I Will Never Forget,
inwhich she shares the story of her
mother's journey through demen-
tia. There will be a discussion of
her book and a book signing.
• The Second Monday Book
Clubmeets from7 to 8 p.m. the sec-
ond Monday of each month. Book
discussions are free and open to
every 18 and older. Registration is
not required. Library staff can
assist in locating a copy of the book.
Here is the Book Club schedule
for the next severalmonths:
Nov. 12: Measure of theHeart by
MaryEllenGeist
Dec. 10: Don't Let's Go to the
Dogs Tonight byAlexandraFuller
Jan. 14: Life is So Good by
GeorgeDawson
• Free computer classes are
scheduled Saturdays through
November. Registration is
required by visiting the library or
calling (734) 942-7589. Braden said
that there are often waiting lists.
Those who are unable to attend
are asked to call the library as soon
as possible to open a spot for some-
one else.
The schedule:
Excel Basics: Oct. 20, 9-10 a.m.
Excel Advanced: Oct. 20, 10-11
a.m.
WordBasics: Nov. 3, 9-10 a.m.
Word Advanced: Nov. 3, 10-11
a.m.
Publisher Basics: Nov. 17, 9-10
a.m.
Publisher Advanced: Nov. 17, 10-
11 a.m.
• The library edition of
Ancestry.com is now available,
enabling library visits to research
family history with the largest
online genealogical resource.
There will be a free workshop at
6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, with
genealogist Kris Rzepczynski.
Registration is required. The new
addition is sponsored by the
Friends of theLibrary.
• Downloadable eBooks, audio
books and music are now available
through OverDrive's Download
Destination at the library.
OverDrive is a digital collection
that allows patrons to check out
and download items to their com-
puter and other electronic devices,
such as Kindles, ipads, iPhones
and androids - all with the use of a
library card. Library visitors can
search for a book, look for the
words “Download Destination
eBook” in the record and click the
link to download the book.
Braden said the larger staff con-
tinues to weed out old, outdated
and, in some cases, damagedmate-
rials from the collection. New
materials in all areas are being
ordered regularly and in higher
quantities. She said reorganizing
and relabeling projects have been
completed to provide better access
tomaterials.
Other improvements have seen
a cost savings. The library has been
moved from a T-1 line to fiber optic
for telecommunications, whichwill
samemore than $5,000 annually.
OpenDNS filtering software has
been installed on all library com-
puters, which makes the library to
be compliant with the Children's
Internet Protection Act and pro-
vides a 53-percent discount on
telecommunications costs.
The addition of special software
for public computers allows staff to
set time limits, keepmore accurate
use statistics and print visitor pass-
es.
Braden said there have been
several administrative improve-
ments, including regularly-sched-
uled staff meetings, streamlining
and providing consistency in
library processes and procedures
and the creation of a Circulation
Policy that was adopted by the
Romulus Library Board. In addi-
tion, a reciprocal borrowing policy
has been re-established with the
CantonPublicLibrary.
Other savings was realized
when the library accepted a dona-
tion of two DVD shelving units and
purchased four matching comput-
er tables, a CD shelving unit, a
security system and a copy
machine at a significant discount
fromtheDearborn library system.
Maintenance issues also are
being addressed, Braden said,
including the first carpet cleaning
in years, the pruning of several
large plants and the removal of old
curtains, giving the building a
brighter, fresher look.
Braden said “connecting with
the community” remains a key to
operations. She said the newly-
designed
library
website
www.romulus.lib.mi.us and the
library's new Facebook account
keeps patrons informed.
The library director said staff
will continue to grow the facility by
providing better access to a strong
collection of books andmedia; pro-
vide more programming for adults
and youth that is relevant to today's
users; continue to look for ways to
improve services, utilize available
technology and make the library
more aesthetically pleasing.
Braden said she plans to guide
the reorganization and optimiza-
tion of staff workspace, add an
under-the-counter book drop at the
Circulation Desk and modify com-
puter workstations for increased
ergonomics and ease of use.
For more information about the
library and its programming, visit
the website www.romulus.lib.mi.us
or call (734) 942-7589 during regular
hours.
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October 11, 2012
Yankee Gala salutes
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The Yankee Lady will be one of
the stars this year at the annual
Yankee Gala, the annual fundrais-
ing event of the Yankee Air
Museum.
The plane, one of only about 10
still airworthy and flying, and the
men who flew these flying fortress-
es into World War II combat 70
years ago, will be the focus of the
event. This year Lloyd Carr, the for-
mer University of Michigan Head
Football Coach will be the featured
speaker. The event will also honor
Norm Ellickson with the 20112
Yankee Award for Valor. Ellickson
is the founding member of the
Yankee Air Force and the crew
chief of theYankee Lady, one of the
fewB-17s still flying today.
The event will also honor
Robert J. Shoens and the late
Joseph W. Edwards, both -17 pilots
of the 8th Air Force in England
duringWorldWar II.
“As amuseum, and as an organi-
zation of patriots, it's paramount
that we celebrate our heroes, past
and present,” said Ray Hunter,
chairman of the Yankee Air
Museumboard of directors.
Hunter said that the entry of the
B-17 in the European Theater of
Operations brought strategic, day-
light precision bombing to the
enemy's homeland and began to
destroy their ability to make war.
While more than 12,700 of these
aircraft were built, nearly 5,000
were lost in combat.
In preparation for the event, the
museum will take a week long
pause from normal operations to
prepare for the major event, and
close Nov. 5 through 12 to make
preparations, according to
Executive Director Kevin Walsh.
“We're changing everything. We're
working every detail. Our exhibit
hall will radiate this celebration of
freedom.”
He said that moving the air-
planes and displays must be done
with great care and that the muse-
umwould reopen onNov. 13.
The event will be emceed by
BobHynes.
Hynes encouraged the public to,
“Observe Veteran's Day 2012 by
purchasing a ticket to the event,
attending the gala and meeting
some real heroes to say a simple
thanks.”
The event will take place from
6:30 until 11:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the
museum and will begin with cock-
tails followed by dinner and a
silent auction. Tickets are $175 per
person or $300 for a couple and can
be purchased online at www.yan-
keeairmuseum.org. There are table
prices and sponsorships still avail-
able through Velda Garcia at
velda.fayz@yankeeairmuseum.org
or by phoning (734) 483.4030.
The Yankee Air Museum is
located on the grounds of Willow
Run Airport, 47884 D. St.,
Belleville. It is a non-profit 501 c 3
organization.