The Ainsworth Public Library received a total of $4,196.00 from the 2022 ARPA Formula Grant. These funds were to assist in the COVID-19 pandemic and in the recovery from it. We used some of the funds to address the public health protocols with the addition of a hand sanitizer dispenser station; two foam soap dispensers in the rest rooms; plus a UV Sterilizer for library material coming back into the library and for the computer stations. We also used some of the funds to address the social/physical distancing measures to optimize outdoor spaces. A 10’x10’ Pop-up Canopy and folding table was purchased to use for outdoor programs and meetings. We also used the grant to acquire a tech mobile power tower for indoor/ outdoor use with electrical items such as computers, projector, and speaker system. A projector was purchased for showing computer images, text, or movies outside of the library building. About half of the grant money was used on collection development with materials for different ages to enjoy. We purchased 31 board books; four Spanish-English bilingual books; 20 books with CD’s for children as well as three audio books for the adults; 61 DVD movies/TV shows; and seven Book Club Kits with eight titles each for our Book Discussion Group.

The University of Nebraska Medical Center has announced its spring 2022 dean’s list for students enrolled in programs of nursing, dentistry, pharmacy and the allied health professions. To qualify for the dean’s list, nursing and the allied health students must be enrolled for 12 or more hours during the semester and have a grade point average of 3.75 or above.

1897: 125 Years Ago “Mrs. John Edwards was severely injured at the ball game played between Ainsworth and the Hay Flat nine at Frye’s ranch Monday.

Taco or Chef Salad Available Thursday, July 7th: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, corn, pineapple, biscuit and milk. Friday, July 8th: Crumble burger, french fries, peas, tropical fruit, bun and milk.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have approved and now recommend vaccinations for children that are 6 months to 4 years old. This means that any person 6 months and older is now able to get vaccinated for COVID-19 to help fight the pandemic that has been part of our world for the last 2 years.

Ainsworth Library Board to Meet The Ainsworth Library Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 6th at 5:00 p.m. at the Ainsworth Public Library.