Celebrate National Library Week April 8-14, 2018
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Juvenile Non-Fiction — not just for kids!
Recently, I had the opportunity to get acquainted with our juvenile collection, up close and personal. I have enjoyed this exercise because it is the very best way to know what books are available and form the library’s collection. A catalog is great, but it doesn’t give the whole picture…
Exploring the Library’s Picture Book Kits
Where I sit at the children’s desk, I am near the children’s audio section, both the longer chapter books and the shorter audios that include the read-along books. I hear what parents are looking for and what they like. Our selection includes many favorites. In the hanging bags, all three…
Never Miss An Event @ Your Library!
We often hear from families that they didn’t know about a special event until afterwards. When we post pictures of fun programs at our library locations on social media, they are sometimes followed with comments from our customers: “I wish I had known about this!” “How do I find out…
March is National Women’s History Month
In 1987 the US Congress designated March as National Women’s History Month. This creates a special opportunity in our schools, our workplaces, and our communities to recognize and celebrate the often-overlooked achievements of American women. Each year there is a special theme and women whose lives exemplify that theme are…
Library 101 – Holdup! You have movies?!?!
Not everyone wants to spend $75 taking their whole family to the movie theater anymore. Between ticket prices, popcorn prices, the constant need to go potty, and the whining that they want to go home, movie experiences are not always an ideal way for a family to spend the weekend.…
Great Picture Book Biographies
Elementary teachers often assign a biography report for students who are just learning what makes up a biography- the story of someone’s life. An autobiography is written by the famous person. In our libraries we dedicate special places for biographies: adult, young adult and children. Many students ask for the…
Celebrate Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of blacks in U.S. history. The event was the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated…
Library 101 – Not Just Books
When most people think of the library, they think of books, good ‘ol paper books. But, the library has more to offer than just books. GASP! Did she just say “just books”?!?! Yes, books are important. I love books. But, if you are looking for something besides books, we may…
February Is The Shortest Month Of The Year!
February is the shortest month of the year, but it’s PACKED with holidays, events, and anniversaries! February is Black History Month! And, this year we get to see the world’s top winter athletes compete in the Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. February is Black History Month! The month of…