Today, the Dubuque County Library staff had a half-day training workshop. We learned how to use two of our electronic resources. Ebscohost is a database of magazine and newspaper articles that is so helpful for general information and student research. If you are looking for the latest articles on the politicial campaigns, or want to find out if Consumer Reports has recently evaluated toasters, tires, or DVD players, we can help. EbscoHost contains several databases including general magazines, newspapers, health information, and an encyclopedia.
NoveList is a source for information about books and authors. Ever wondered what the next book in a Patterson series is? I can never remember what order the Alex Cross books go in. With NoveList, we can find it. Have you read every Nicholas Sparks book and would like to read something similiar? NoveList can give you lots of suggestions for other authors you might enjoy. The database provides information on both fiction and nonfiction as well as books for adults and children. If your student is working on a report about Botswana, NoveList can help you identify books at their age level.
NoveList and Ebscohost are available at all our branches or you can login from home as long as you have a library card. Stop in or call and we will get you started.
We also did a beginning session on using NEIBORS to download ebooks to the computer and mobile devices like IPhones or Kindles.
For the Thanksgiving Holiday, all of our branches will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday. On Saturday, Asbury branch and Farley branch will be open 9-3 and on Sunday, Asbury will be open 1-5. After all the eating and shopping, stop by and see us. Check out a holiday DVD or perhaps a book about decorating or crafting for your December celebrations.
There are good things coming to Dubuque County Library. Our logo contest brought us wonderful designs and our panel of judges narrowed it down to four finalists. The Board will see the finalists at their meeting next week and choose a winner in December.
The Board will also be considering the 28E agreement with the City of Farley and Western Dubuque Community Schools. If the agreement is approved by all three organizations, we plan to be open at the Drexler Middle School in Farley in January 2012. It is a great space and the hours will be expanded to serve you better. I will keep you posted.
The Friends of Dubuque County Library is sponsoring a "Make and Take Christmas Card" workshop on November 30th at 6:30 at Asbury branch. Jane Bechen will teach you how to use rubber stamps to make great designs. The cost is $8.00 and is a fundraiser for the Friends.
Thanksgiving helps us to think about what we are grateful for. I have quite a list this year. I have a new job with a great staff and board, my husband and I love our "new to us" house in Dubuque. My father and my children are healthy, and my grandson is fantastic. What more could a girl want?
Happy Thanksgiving everyone. Dawn
Friday, November 18, 2011
Friday, November 4, 2011
What's coming up at DCL?
It's beginning to feel like winter is approaching. We have had such a wonderful Iowa fall. I love this time of year but it's a busy one. It always seems like once Halloween is over that everything speeds up to Thanksgiving and on to Christmas. But, we need to learn to savor every day. And as we savor there is lots to do and your library can help. We can help you find those delicious Thanksgiving dinner recipes. My Thankgiving dinner tactic is to always make the tried and true recipes (turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole) and add one thing new. Last year my escalloped pineapple failed pretty miserably, but this is another year. The library staff can also help with great book suggestions that will be just right for all the people on your holiday list. Think of us as you scurry through the holidays and let us help.
We had a great time with the Halloween parties around the county. All the kids had a good time. There is a special event in Peosta this coming Saturday, November 12th. We will be hosting our own celebration of National Game Day. Come play with us at 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning. If you haven't been to our newest branch, you should stop by. The space is beautiful and the hours are very community friendly. They just added the first fish to the aquarium in the storytime room. Say hello to Danielle who is there to serve you.
Another special event is coming up November 17th at 7:00 p.m. at our Epworth branch--Paws with a Cause. Cindy Ludwig, owner of Canine Connection LLC and a Paws With A Cause field representative, will present an informative program on the world of service dogs. Included will be information on the organization, the benefits of a service dog for people with disabilities, and how to apply for a dog. All ages welcome! No registration is required.
The Friends of the Dubuque County Library are sponsoring another craft program on Wednesday, November 16th. Jane Bechen will be teaching a "Make and Take Christmas Cards" class at 6:30 p.m. at NICC/Peosta Library. The cost is $8.00 and you may pre-pay at any county library. The class will teach you how to create your own holiday cards using rubber stamps. Jane will bring a selection of stamps, paper, and decorations to use and you will bring home your own masterpiece. The class is open to ages 10 and up. What a great way to start the holiday season.
The library logo design contest submissions are in. We had over 50 entries and they are fabulous. Our panel of judges is reviewing the designs and we hope to announce a winner at our December Board meeting. Some lucky artist will win a $100 Amazon gift certificate courtesy of the Friends of Dubuque County Library.
That's all the news for now. If you have questions, please contact me at 582-0008 or dawnh@dubcolib.lib.ia.us. I'd love to hear from you! Have a good weekend.
We had a great time with the Halloween parties around the county. All the kids had a good time. There is a special event in Peosta this coming Saturday, November 12th. We will be hosting our own celebration of National Game Day. Come play with us at 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning. If you haven't been to our newest branch, you should stop by. The space is beautiful and the hours are very community friendly. They just added the first fish to the aquarium in the storytime room. Say hello to Danielle who is there to serve you.
Another special event is coming up November 17th at 7:00 p.m. at our Epworth branch--Paws with a Cause. Cindy Ludwig, owner of Canine Connection LLC and a Paws With A Cause field representative, will present an informative program on the world of service dogs. Included will be information on the organization, the benefits of a service dog for people with disabilities, and how to apply for a dog. All ages welcome! No registration is required.
The Friends of the Dubuque County Library are sponsoring another craft program on Wednesday, November 16th. Jane Bechen will be teaching a "Make and Take Christmas Cards" class at 6:30 p.m. at NICC/Peosta Library. The cost is $8.00 and you may pre-pay at any county library. The class will teach you how to create your own holiday cards using rubber stamps. Jane will bring a selection of stamps, paper, and decorations to use and you will bring home your own masterpiece. The class is open to ages 10 and up. What a great way to start the holiday season.
The library logo design contest submissions are in. We had over 50 entries and they are fabulous. Our panel of judges is reviewing the designs and we hope to announce a winner at our December Board meeting. Some lucky artist will win a $100 Amazon gift certificate courtesy of the Friends of Dubuque County Library.
That's all the news for now. If you have questions, please contact me at 582-0008 or dawnh@dubcolib.lib.ia.us. I'd love to hear from you! Have a good weekend.
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