Category: library life

Tools for Creating Images for Blogs and Social Media

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When a post from a blog or on social media, it’s usually because it has great graphics. And I’m certainly not the only one. Graphics online are very popular. Graphics and illustrations catch reader’s attention. Well-designed ones can make an informative post really stand out. If you’ve thought that you didn’t have money for the tools… Continue reading Tools for Creating Images for Blogs and Social Media

On Time and How it Passes, On Change and How it Happens

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I’m at work, doing what I’ve been doing for the past six months: making sure Lawrence has a kick-ass selection of young adult titles, graphic novels, and media. Recently, that has involved a massive weeding and replacement project as we prepare to retrofit our collection with RFID technology before moving back into the new building.… Continue reading On Time and How it Passes, On Change and How it Happens

Library Programs and Displays for National Poetry Month

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I love poetry, and I really loved reading and writing poetry as a teenager, so sharing poetry with teens in the library is something I love to do.  April is National Poetry Month, which presents many opportunities for all sorts of programming in libraries.   Here’s a roundup of ideas for promoting poetry in the… Continue reading Library Programs and Displays for National Poetry Month

Social Media and Libraries: The Case of the Overdue Library Book

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I’ve been wanting to write about several aspects of social media in libraries, but all these posts are still sitting in my drafts folder. I’m interested in the subject and always looking to learn more about how libraries can use social media to meet the information needs of patrons, market their service, and embed themselves… Continue reading Social Media and Libraries: The Case of the Overdue Library Book

Library Program: Divergent Movie Release Party

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I am not exactly a Divergent fan. I really admire Veronica Roth and think she’s a competent writer, but the story and world-building of the series do not appeal to me. I feel the same way about Lauren Oliver. I think she is a decent writer and has a great eye for the type of… Continue reading Library Program: Divergent Movie Release Party