SERLS is part of the RLS Ellison Die System.  Qualifying libraries can borrow and loan Ellison Dies in this system.  The Northeast Ohio Regional Library System (NEO-RLS) graciously hosts and maintains this system which has an inventory of over 3,400 Ellison Dies and recorded over 300,000 circulations last year!  What does this have to do with Montpelier’s Ellison Die Christmas Tree?  I wouldn’t have found out about this tree if it wasn’t for this system.

Check out the slide show below for pictures of the tree.  I think it is a terrific idea.  It is not only pretty, but practical and boasts a low cost replacment for those ornaments who happen to walk out the door.  Gloria Osburn of at Montpelier Public Library in Montpelier Ohio (located in Williams County, the very top left county in the state) provided the pictures.  Thank you Gloria for taking the time to send them to me and for our phone conversation!  Keep us posted about other great Ellison Die ideas that you have!