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A comment we often hear when library is, "I didn‘t know all these Td hnd ing activities go on behind the public areas!" The same can be said about the process of automating the library; the Onâ€"line Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) terminals are the readily visible evidence of the preparation required to make automated circuâ€" lation possible. As phase two accelerates, the emphasis will be on barcoding all circulating library materials, entering the collections into the database and establishing a patron database. During the week of August 26 to 31, both locations of WPL will be closed so staff can participate in a fullâ€"scale barcoding "blitz" to prepare approximately 133,000 books for circulaâ€" tion. Please note that fines will not be charged on any library materials due that week. Book chutes will be available for return of reading materials, but PLEASE, no audioâ€"visual materials. Mother Earth is in trouble; can you help? A funny, informative show for children 5â€"10, Wednesâ€" day, August 7 at 2 p.m. Free tickets at the Main library available on the performance day. Our statistics indicate that WPL has 40,000 users. To gather current patron information, preâ€"registraâ€" tion forms have been provided for your completion at both library locations. With them you will find a survey form, designed to give us comparative data (gathered from a 1986 survey) and a profile of our users. This information is strictly confidential and will be used to plan for future growth of services and collections to best meet your needs. To date, we have about 500 patrons on our database; your coâ€"operaâ€" tion is urgently requested. _ _ Round out your summer full of enjoyable activiâ€" ties with these programs from WPL‘s roster: WPL launches automation blitz During the height of summer activity it‘s easy to forget about electrical safety. Why not take a few minutes to remind your family to stay safe around the pool? Keep electric radio, TVs, clocks, barbecues, lights and other appliances at least 10 feet (3 metres) from the pool. Appliances really shouldn‘t be used outdoors at all unless they are equipped with a heavy duty cord and 3â€"prong plug. Swimming pools should be well away from hydro wires... otherwise, you run the risk of hitting the wires with longâ€"handled cleaning equipment. To hit even a light bulb with a skimmer or vacuum cleaner is dangerous. For your personal protection, all outdoor electrical outlets should be equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter. If your home isn‘t presently equipped‘ with ground fault circuit interrupters {(GFC.L], contact a qualified electrician or electrical contractor for advice about this "splitâ€"second" electrical protection. Some electrifying thoughts about pool safety Waterloo North Hydro 300 Northfield Drive East Waterloo, Ontario N2J 4A3 (519) 886â€"5090 Calling all happy library campers! Summer reading reports must be submitted by library closing Saturday, August 24. Prizes and certificates may be picked up the week of September 3â€"7. Summer storytimes weave their special charm for children 3â€"5 on Tuesday mornings. Programs begin August 6 at 10:15. Call 886â€"1310 or drop by the Main library to register. Free. What‘s so magical about going back to school? Jason Rochon, magicianâ€"atâ€"large, shares his talents and tricks with children 5â€"12 (parents, ;‘oo) at WPL on Saturday, August 24, 1â€"1:30 p.m. ree. Experience Wild and Wonderful Wednesdays at the McCormick Branch. Family film fun from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. August 14, it‘s ABRACADABRA, featuring "The Magic Shop," and more. August 28, the theme is ONCE UPON A TIME with "Sleeping Beauty," and other fairytale favourites. Free. Wind chimes that make lovely summery sounds are the theme of this craft program for children 912. At the Main library, Thursday, August 15, 2â€"3 p.m. Registration begins August 1. n _ Grete Pruefer works in the community relations department of Waterloo Public Library. Wind chimes that AT THE LIBRARY Please return your nominations to the Waterioo Chronicle 75 King St. S., Suite 201, Waterioo, Ontanio N2J 1P2 Fax: 886â€"9383 Someone who is making an outstanding contribution as a volunteer; someone who goes above and beyond the call of duty at work, at home or with a community service; someone who is willing to give all he or she has to help others. 4B j If you know someone who CECoOmâ€"N) matches this description, then _ CÂ¥Z<GS let the Waterioo Chronicle know. .. S\ 2 / If your candidate is chosen, he ___‘Q \1§_&tys or she will be featured in our / ""'@\b“i‘\‘“ weekly Making A Difference ) M tyPNIY /A column and will receive a _ \Y< "“-‘1“-»;?,{ % IQ‘ bouquet of flowers courtesy of ~<~ TR [ ”: % PETALS & POTS Flower and ,SXC% e <C5) Gift Shop. *OAC Plus GST AIR SYSTEMS Now that you have more than enough reasons to own a Lennox, what are you waiting for? C Call today. Look at the following reasons and you‘ll understand why it makes sense to own a Lennox air conditioner. WATERLOO CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, JULY 31. 1991 â€" PAGE A11 Congratulations! Marion Roes of Waterioo Lennox is a name families have trusted since 1895. Lennox products are professionally installed by quality Lennox dealers. Lennox uses scroll compressor technology ensuring longâ€"term reliability. Lennox air conditioners already meet 1992 Energy Efficiency and Sound Standards. 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