During your visits to the Youth Services Department in the month of March, you'll be seeing requests and sign-up sheets seeking volunteers. The library is planning a special Summer kickoff in Long's Park on Memorial Day Monday and we're going to need help to pull off the special event! If you're interested in helping and will be available on Memorial Day, please see a member of the staff, or email us at youthservices@lancaster.lib.pa.us
Have a good weekend!
Friday, February 24, 2006
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
Book Sale!
For all of you who like to hunt for some of the best book bargains, the FRIENDS of Lancaster Public Library are coordinating the annual Niche Book Sale for Saturday, March the 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. We hope you'll visit them in our Bates Auditorium and find yourself a few great book bargains!
Friday, February 17, 2006
More excitement for March, including "Deadly Victorians"
If you've been watching the blog and our program announcements, you may have noticed that more and more evening programs are being scheduled here at the library. This is due in large part to increased funding that has been made available which will allow the library to return to the following hours as of March 1st.
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.--9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday-- 9:00 a.m.--5:30 p.m.
We are excited about this opportunity to further serve you.
And today, head of the Reference Department here at the library, Sue Bowser, shares some information on one of these new evening programs, an exciting new book discussion group that you can join...
Do you think of Victorians as very prim and proper, the type of folks who were so easily embarrassed that they covered the legs of a piano? Explore the darker side of the era at the "Deadly Victorians" book discussion group at the Lancaster Public Library.
First up on March 23 is The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America by Erik Larson. See the 1893 Chicago World Fair through the story of two very different men whose only common denominator was their total obsession. Architect Daniel H. Burnham was obsessed with designing the fair and making it the greatest event ever. Fake pharmacist H. H. Holmes was obsessed with becoming wealthy and committing an unknown number of murders on the way.
Titles have been selected for April and May as well. We'll post those here in the blog as the dates get closer. But these discussions begin at 7:30 p.m. in the library's Windolph Room, and are open to anyone interested in reading the work, with no pre-registration required. If you have any questions contact Sue at 239-2117 or e-mail her at sbowser@lancaster.lib.pa.us.
One other reminder today, and that is the library is CLOSED tomorrow (February 18) and Monday (February 20) for the long holiday weekend.
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.--9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday-- 9:00 a.m.--5:30 p.m.
We are excited about this opportunity to further serve you.
And today, head of the Reference Department here at the library, Sue Bowser, shares some information on one of these new evening programs, an exciting new book discussion group that you can join...
Do you think of Victorians as very prim and proper, the type of folks who were so easily embarrassed that they covered the legs of a piano? Explore the darker side of the era at the "Deadly Victorians" book discussion group at the Lancaster Public Library.
First up on March 23 is The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America by Erik Larson. See the 1893 Chicago World Fair through the story of two very different men whose only common denominator was their total obsession. Architect Daniel H. Burnham was obsessed with designing the fair and making it the greatest event ever. Fake pharmacist H. H. Holmes was obsessed with becoming wealthy and committing an unknown number of murders on the way.
Titles have been selected for April and May as well. We'll post those here in the blog as the dates get closer. But these discussions begin at 7:30 p.m. in the library's Windolph Room, and are open to anyone interested in reading the work, with no pre-registration required. If you have any questions contact Sue at 239-2117 or e-mail her at sbowser@lancaster.lib.pa.us.
One other reminder today, and that is the library is CLOSED tomorrow (February 18) and Monday (February 20) for the long holiday weekend.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Graphic Novel News
One of the key areas of the library's teen and young adult collection are our graphic novels, which are collected stories featuring animated characters. (For example, 6 issues of a Spiderman comic may be issued together in a graphic novel format when the story is complete so that it can be read in one sitting.) Other graphic novels can be independently created.
The content of graphic novels is sometimes controversial, dealing with challenging and tough themes.
A post this morning on Yahoo! News shows that a new controversy may be brewing over a new graphic novel coming out soon featuring Batman. Read the article, and let us know what you think. Would you read this graphic novel? Why or why not?
http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20060214/ts_alt_afp/afplifestyleusattacks_060214163702
The content of graphic novels is sometimes controversial, dealing with challenging and tough themes.
A post this morning on Yahoo! News shows that a new controversy may be brewing over a new graphic novel coming out soon featuring Batman. Read the article, and let us know what you think. Would you read this graphic novel? Why or why not?
http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20060214/ts_alt_afp/afplifestyleusattacks_060214163702
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
March's Full Calendar
Beginning in March, the library will have three opportunities for storytimes!
Currently, the library has been holding pre-school storytimes on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. These continue beginning March 2nd and running for five weeks.
Due to your requests, a "2s on Tuesday" storytime has been added! These storytimes are geared for the younger set, with more music, activities, and stories to share. This program begins on Tuesday March 7th and runs through April 11, again at 10:30 a.m.
For those families who work during the day, but still want to share in the experience of storytimes, we have an option for you too! Beginning on March 15, and running through the year on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we will be presenting storytimes geared for the entire family!
Remember that for Youth Services programs, registration is required to allow for preparation of enough crafts and other materials.
In addition to the happenings in Youth Services during the month, there are two other great events planned! On Thursday, the 16th, two of our neighbors here on Duke Street downtown, Square One Coffee and Chop's Chocolate are co-sponsoring the March entry in the library's lecture series, talking about the role of coffee, tea, and chocolate as stimulants in society today! Our lecturer will be Dr. Jill Fort, from the University of Pennsylvania's Department of Anthropology.
And, on Wednesday, the 22nd, classical guitarist Peter Fletcher returns to Lancaster Public Library for a special return engagement!
There is a calendar of events link at the bottom of the library's website, http://www.lancaster.lib.pa.us that can point you to more details on upcoming programs.
Should you ever have a question about a YS program, email us at youthservices@lancaster.lib.pa.us. Questions about other programs can be directed to admin@lancaster.lib.pa.us
Currently, the library has been holding pre-school storytimes on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. These continue beginning March 2nd and running for five weeks.
Due to your requests, a "2s on Tuesday" storytime has been added! These storytimes are geared for the younger set, with more music, activities, and stories to share. This program begins on Tuesday March 7th and runs through April 11, again at 10:30 a.m.
For those families who work during the day, but still want to share in the experience of storytimes, we have an option for you too! Beginning on March 15, and running through the year on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, we will be presenting storytimes geared for the entire family!
Remember that for Youth Services programs, registration is required to allow for preparation of enough crafts and other materials.
In addition to the happenings in Youth Services during the month, there are two other great events planned! On Thursday, the 16th, two of our neighbors here on Duke Street downtown, Square One Coffee and Chop's Chocolate are co-sponsoring the March entry in the library's lecture series, talking about the role of coffee, tea, and chocolate as stimulants in society today! Our lecturer will be Dr. Jill Fort, from the University of Pennsylvania's Department of Anthropology.
And, on Wednesday, the 22nd, classical guitarist Peter Fletcher returns to Lancaster Public Library for a special return engagement!
There is a calendar of events link at the bottom of the library's website, http://www.lancaster.lib.pa.us that can point you to more details on upcoming programs.
Should you ever have a question about a YS program, email us at youthservices@lancaster.lib.pa.us. Questions about other programs can be directed to admin@lancaster.lib.pa.us
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
Registration Continues...
Just as a follow up to our post regarding Curious George from last week, there is still time to register to visit with him. This program can hold up to 30 children, so register today.
The visit of Curious George is provided to Lancaster Public Library thanks to the Library System of Lancaster County.
Before the end of the week, we'll fill you in on our full calendar for March, so please check back!
The visit of Curious George is provided to Lancaster Public Library thanks to the Library System of Lancaster County.
Before the end of the week, we'll fill you in on our full calendar for March, so please check back!
Tuesday, February 07, 2006
Blog on Blogs
Today, we thought we'd blog on blogs. As we continue to grow this blog as a place to find out information about the Lancaster Public Library and the exciting things happening here, there are a wide variety of other library-themed blogs out there.
We invite you to take a peek at one today, from the Teens of the Sellers Library in Upper Darby, PA. This is a site of fun and info put together by teens, for teens.
Do you or someone you know have an interest in being part of a teen advisory group at the library? If so, please see anyone on the Youth Services staff. We hope to have a teen board in place by September!
Meantime, see what's happening over at Sellers: http://www.sellerslibraryteens.blogspot.com/
We invite you to take a peek at one today, from the Teens of the Sellers Library in Upper Darby, PA. This is a site of fun and info put together by teens, for teens.
Do you or someone you know have an interest in being part of a teen advisory group at the library? If so, please see anyone on the Youth Services staff. We hope to have a teen board in place by September!
Meantime, see what's happening over at Sellers: http://www.sellerslibraryteens.blogspot.com/
Friday, February 03, 2006
Curious George Turns 65!
America's favorite monkey, Curious George, is turning 65 this year, and to celebrate, the library will be welcoming him here to LPL on Wednesday, February 15 at 10:30 a.m. If you haven't registered to come see him yet, do so now by calling us at 239-2106 or emailing youthservices@lancaster.lib.pa.us
As part of the birthday celebrations, Ron Howard and company have gotten their "Curious George" movie ready, and it will be released next Friday, February 10th.
Find out when you can see the movie locally by going to http://movies.yahoo.com and entering your zip code for showtimes.
To view movie trailers and more about the film, be sure to check out http://www.curiousgeorgemovie.com/
Or, for information on the history of the Curious George books and to find other cool activities, check out George's publisher's page at http://www.houghtonmifflinbooks.com/features/cgsite/
As part of the birthday celebrations, Ron Howard and company have gotten their "Curious George" movie ready, and it will be released next Friday, February 10th.
Find out when you can see the movie locally by going to http://movies.yahoo.com and entering your zip code for showtimes.
To view movie trailers and more about the film, be sure to check out http://www.curiousgeorgemovie.com/
Or, for information on the history of the Curious George books and to find other cool activities, check out George's publisher's page at http://www.houghtonmifflinbooks.com/features/cgsite/
Thursday, February 02, 2006
Kudos to colleagues!
While this blog is officially listed as part of the Youth Services Department at the library, we hope to use this space to share thoughts, web links, and when the need arises, exciting library news as well.
Our colleagues in Mount Joy, PA, at the Milanof-Schock Library, were named as Library Journal's "Best Small Library in America" for 2006! We offer our warmest congratulations, and invite you to take a look at the article in it's online form.
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6299831.html
Our colleagues in Mount Joy, PA, at the Milanof-Schock Library, were named as Library Journal's "Best Small Library in America" for 2006! We offer our warmest congratulations, and invite you to take a look at the article in it's online form.
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6299831.html
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
Director named "Employee of the Year"
At the library's general staff meeting today, the Staff turned the tables on our director, Debra Rosser-Hogben. Traditionally, Debra solicits nominations from members of the staff for an "Employee of the Month," but in recognition of her hard work, dedication, and vision for the future of the library, she was named as the first ever "Employee of the Year" for 2005. Staff and Board members presented her with several gifts to signify our appreciation, and then we enjoyed some special cake.
The library, including all of us in the Youth Services Department, are looking forward to a wonderful 2006 with leaders like our Director guiding us along the way.
The library, including all of us in the Youth Services Department, are looking forward to a wonderful 2006 with leaders like our Director guiding us along the way.
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