June 2020 Book Reviews
Blog courtesy of https://booklistqueen.com/june-2020-book-releases/ June 2020 Book Releases The Girl from Widow Hills by Megan Miranda As a child, Olivia disappeared one night while sleepwalking, only to be found safe …
Educational
Bigger than Books
Bigger Than Books Article courtesy of “Wired” “Libraries are one of the few places that anybody can go to without the expectation of having to buy something,” says Darcy Brixey, …
Disability Awareness Month
Courtesy of the Governor’s Council @ https://www.indianadisabilityawareness.org/campaign/ It’s Time to see people, not punchlines. Hey, did you hear the one about the annual event that promotes independence, integration, and inclusion …
Teens Need Libraries
Article courtesy of http://www.ala.org/yalsa/teens-need-libraries Did you Know? Approximately 14 million middle and high school students are on their own after school. 8 in 10 Americans want all children and teens …
Value of Libraries
For young readers, even those not yet reading, the value of libraries cannot be overstated. They open doors to a relationship with reading that can translate to well-rounded students and …
More Books for Reluctant Readers
The Abyss Surrounds Us by Emily Skrutskie (series) For Cassandra Leung, bossing around sea monsters is just the family business. She’s been a Reckoner trainer-in-training ever since she could walk, …
Early Literacy
Early Literacy Skills Babies are born with the ability to process language. Early on they are increasingly aware of the language we use and start to form words. Reading, talking …
Senior Citizen’s Learn Computer Skills
If you are overwhelmed by computer technology and the scope of it, there is a website dedicated to helping senior citizens build their computer skills. SeniorNet offers the following: Basic …
Library Bill of Rights (ALA)
Library Bill of Rights The American Library Association affirms that all libraries are forums for information and ideas, and that the following basic policies should guide their services. I. Books …
Greentown Glass
Working Hours – 765-628-6206After Hours – 765-860-1075 The Greentown Glass Museum was dedicated on June 13, 1970, the 67th anniversary of the burning of the Indiana Tumbler and Goblet Company. …