According to the IRS the majority of taxpayers can anticipate paper forms to be shipped by the end of January.  Our library has been notified that paper tax returns will not be processed before January 30^th.  The IRS is currently reviewing the details of tax legislation and assessing what impact it will have on this year’s filing season and encourages all taxpayers to file electronically.

Looking for a different way to select a book to read? Can you spot a winner? Each year there are a number of awards given to some of the best children’s/young adult books of the previous year. Some of these awards include:

• The Caldecott Medal is awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
• The Newbery Medal is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.
• The Michael L. Printz Award annually honors the best book written for teens, based entirely on its literary merit.
• The Coretta Scott King Book Awards are given annually to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values.

There is a cart in the children’s area with winners from previous years. Read some, check out the criteria for selection, and then see if you can pick a winner for 2013.

We are pleased to offer you access to new and exciting electronic resources. These resources are available to you when you’re inside the library and when you’re at home. Whether you’re interested in car repair, collectibles or learning a new language we have something for you. All you need to access this information is your library card. More detail on each resource will be highlighted individually in future posts. Enjoy!

Ancestry Library Edition – Genealogy enthusiasts will appreciate this database.  Access census and vital records, immigration records, military records, family histories, historical maps, etc. Patrons must be inside the library to gain access.

Chilton Library- Provides quick online access to repair, maintenance and service information on seven decades of the broadest range of vehicles available, including cars, trucks, vans and SUVs and supplies a solution for the “do-it-yourselfer” that is easy to use no matter the skill level. This database is updated on a monthly basis, ensuring the most advanced and up-to-date information available.

Culture Grams – Concise, reliable, and up-to-date reports on more than 200 countries, each U.S. state, and all 13 Canadian provinces and territories. Please call the library, 812-988-2850 to obtain your username and password.

Legal Forms – Provides access to thousands of customizable online legal documents. Spanning a variety of common concerns (bankruptcy, divorce, employment, landlord tenant, living wills, power of attorney, taxes, etc.). Legal definition and attorney directories are also available. Completed sample forms are also included.

Mango Languages -Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, Italian and more. Either click on the Start Learning button at the top to begin or Create a Profile on the right-side screen to keep track of your learning.

Opposing Viewpoints-Supports virtually any curricular, academic or general-interest need. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions. Find a remarkable compilation of proven reference content integrated with the best multimedia available today, including video, audio streams and podcasts, easy-to-use image gallery,national and global news sources updated daily,expert-selected full-text articles, and interactive maps.

Price It! Antiques & Collectibles -This simple-to-use online resource is a ‘value maximizer’ that delivers more than 41 million actual prices paid for treasures that collected, bought and traded. With more than 60 million images, 127 searchable categories and intuitive search functionality, this database is the ultimate identification, research and pricing tool for collectors, dealers, appraisers and anyone in between.

Family Movie Night is Friday, January 11th, at 7:00 p.m. The January Family Movie is an outrageously funny and entertaining adventure from 2 million years ago! Bring your blankets, pillows, and snacks.