Library fund makes progress Aug 21, 2008
The library staff, including new children's librarian Traci Juhala, are excited about the changes, Schuck said. Visual changes will include a "fantasy" entrance featuring oversized storybook images, large murals, improvements to the story room, more computers, and family-friendly bathrooms. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
‘Farewell' planned for library closing Aug 14, 2008
It's the idea of a group of home-schooled children who came to the library weekly throughout the year, Children's Librarian Holly Baker said. She was able to invite only 60 children and accompanying adults to the overnight event because of space constraints. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
REGION: North County libraries see surge at summer reading programs Aug 3, 2008
Vista, which is part of the San Diego County library system, also has already matched last year's participation rate with sign-ups totaling 845, though it still has one week left of its programs, children's librarian Donna Melnychenko said Thursday. She added that she's heard participation is up countywide, and some county libraries have run out of prizes, just as Carlsbad's city library system did. (North County Times)
Text messaging becomes way of life Aug 2, 2008
Parents, teachers and librarians have no clue how often these pre-teens are really texting, said Pat Engemann, Harlan Community children's librarian. Engemann said, "All you hear is a little beep. That's it." Nick is one of the few dads who text messages just as much as his pre-teen daughter; however, Engemann said, not much of the older generation text messages. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Program gives 'Girl Talk' a whole new meaning Aug 2, 2008
Children's librarian Susan Mast is serving as the group's adult advisor. "Anyone entering that grade can attend these meetings," Cathy Ewing said. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
New librarian at Cross' Mills Library catches reading bug Jul 27, 2008
Just one of the many new developments that are coming from the new children's librarian Kerri Caparco, at right. Her daughter Michaela, left, owns Joey and has loaned him to the library for the summer as part of its "Catch the Reading Bug" theme. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Library reading program marks another successful summer Jul 25, 2008
Ten-year-old Corbin Lester read 1,087 pages this summer to get the shirt he received Wednesday from children's librarian Donna Kenney at the Lincoln County Public Library. Corbin said a good bit of his success was due to the fact that he really enjoys R.L. Stine's "Goosebumps" series. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Library offers free state park day passes Jul 25, 2008
The kick-off was geared towards children to encourage them to spend more time outside, so Children's Librarian Barbara Tolve-Silver helped organize it. There was also craft-making in the library's Kidspace and some light refreshments for everyone. (Windsor Journal, CT)
Aargh!: Pirates coming to DDL as part of 'All Dolled Up' Jul 25, 2008
The book entitled, "Little Ballet Star," by Adele Geras, will be presented by Alma Adams, children's librarian, during the story time segment of the girls' workshop. Adams said the new interactive workshop for boys will feature the book by David McPhail entitled "Edward and the Pirates," as the boys also make a treasure map to take home with them. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Spicing up the summer with science Jul 24, 2008
The program has been offered in Springfield for at least 10 years, Children's Librarian Carol Bunting said Wednesday. "It's been so successful. We work with libraries to bring children into the libraries in the summer," Kraske said. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Library goes buggy for books Jul 18, 2008
Friday 18 July, 2008. This summer she has been one of many librarians to push the national summer reading program, "Catch the reading Bug.". (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
The wheel thing Jul 18, 2008
Finn Lyons, 2, sits in a helicopter with Children's Librarian Mark Malcolm Wednesday morning during Truck Day ... Mark A. Malcolm Maynard Children's Librarian Loading commenting interface. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Special Needs Area at Woodbury Library Jul 16, 2008
"The SEPTA group approached the library with the idea of a SEPTA shelf," said Children's Librarian Marla Martin. "[Director] Pat Lunn and I attended a SEPTA meeting and were very encouraged about adding the books to our library collection within our Parent Shelf."We found that there is a lot of information out there for parents of children with special needs," she said, "but it's not always easily accessible. (Voices, CT)
Fernandina Beach resident donates funds for library to buy 100 books Jul 15, 2008
The donation was made in memory of his mother, Katherine McCamy Powers, who was a children's librarian and then head librarian at the Washington Memorial Library in Macon, Ga. She later created and was the first director of the multi-county Middle Georgia Regional Library. (Florida Times-Union)
From bland to bling Jul 13, 2008
"It's ugly. It's drab and most kids know the carts we use in the library are pretty boring," the children's librarian said. A Bling My Book Cart competition, for students in grades six through 12, will end that, though. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Summer readers party at library Jul 3, 2008
Children's Librarian Jane Flanders estimated the club members read close to1,000 books every summer. This year, readers taking part in the club will have the option to track and rate the books they read online at www. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
American Girl power Jul 1, 2008
Working as a children's librarian in Kinston, Jones saw that when the library invested in American Girl dolls for the children's program room, it was a struggle to keep American Girl books on the shelf. Girls just couldn't get enough of books like "Peril at King's Creek," a mystery by Greenville author Elizabeth McDavid Jones that features the American Girl character Felicity. (The Daily Reflector)
Plays found at Family Fun Night Jun 22, 2008
The children's librarian at the Aiken County Public Library enlisted the help of the children attending the program to take the hand puppets and make story time more fun. The puppets were part of two tales during the 30-minute program. (The Augusta Chronicle)
LESLIE CRISS:Library summer reading programs much more fun these days Jun 22, 2008
Many libraries today have on staff special people known as children's librarians ... My friend Jan Willis, director of the Lee County Library, told me a primary role of a children's librarian is to inspire children to love reading and books. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
All about the project Jun 22, 2008
He proudly notes that the Soda Springs children's librarian told him that prior to airing ''Story Time,'' the library checked out 150 to 200 books to children per month. Since the show began airing, the number of books checked out has risen to nearly 3,000. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Today's Photos Jun 20, 2008
Children's librarian Katherine Habley reads *Duck on a Bike* to flood evacuee Malea, 5, at the Johnson County Fairgrounds on Thursday. The Iowa City Public Library was asked to provide programs for the children at the facility by the Red Cross. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Washington River Festival Attracts Some 600 Visitors Jun 19, 2008
Katie Cramer, children's librarian with the Washington Public Library, read books on nature. And members of the Washington Historical Society had old photos of the river and bridge on display. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Catch the reading bug this summer Jun 15, 2008
"We just want the kids reading during the summer," said Jennifer Riordan, children's librarian. "The kids should come because it's free summer entertainment and it's fun for all ages. Even the parents usually get a laugh.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Library closing for two days Jun 15, 2008
Betty-Kay Murray is the children's librarian at the Peterborough Public Library. She can be reached at BMurray@ city. (Peterborough Examiner)
Leonard S. Marcus' 'Minders of Make-Believe: Idealists, Entrepreneurs, and the Shaping of American Children's Literature Jun 14, 2008
Leonard Marcus's "Minders of Make-Believe: Idealists, Entrepreneurs, and the Shaping of American Children's Literature" is the story of the apparatus that conjured such readers into existence: the children's librarian who chose to order "The Hobbit"; the publisher (Houghton Mifflin, Marcus's own) who brought it to market, the stores that were out of stock (possibly because of paper shortages) ... One major divide lay between children's librarians, epitomized by the daunting Anne Carroll Moore,... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Keeping the edge Jun 11, 2008
So far 176 Greenville youths have signed up for the program, according to Helen Worsham, children's librarian at the William Alexander Percy Memorial Library in Greenville. Worsham also said that students may continue to sign up for the program throughout June. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Summer Readers Learn About Bugs Jun 11, 2008
This is the first year for the teen program, said Emily Hansen, the children's librarian. Article Rating. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Justice should be done for library employees Jun 10, 2008
Karol Radovich, in her role as the children's librarian, is one of the nicest, most helpful people I have ever met. With all the work and effort she has put into providing the children of Catoosa County with story times, and reading lists, she deserves far better. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Volunteers help keep the library humming Jun 9, 2008
Karen Gonzales, children's librarian. Hot happenings. (Missoulian, MT)
You know you are from Lodi if ... Jun 9, 2008
marleyo wrote on Jun 7, 2008 10:21 AM:" Okay, I have just one more. Who can ever forget Dorothy who was the children's librarian for many years? She told great stories with her paper mache' puppets! I love seeing her around, such a great influence on many young readers, including myself and my kids. ". marleyo wrote on Jun 7, 2008 10:13 AM:" Last night I was at the Grape Sox game and it might as well have been thirty years ago. I have great memories of cheering on the Lodi Dodgers ("Hit it a... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Winston County Library catches 'The Reading Bug' Jun 5, 2008
Julie Chase, Winston County Library Children's Librarian (with help from Debbie Ewing and Susannah Yates) made this fun "Bug Parade" on display in the library. The parade is led by none other than "Mayor Daniel "Moe" Yarobrough riding his ATV, followed by the Buzzy Bee Library Ladies; the "Carly Bug" - VW beetle; the beautiful Garden Club float; and last but not least, the Winston County Journal float, full of newspapers, books, frogs and bugs.Registration for the summer program is still open... (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Summer activities set at Missouri Valley Public Library May 30, 2008
Children's Librarian DeAnn Kreumpel said each young person will set a summer reading goal. As goals are reached near the end of July, reading rewards may be picked up at the library. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Adair Co. library starting annual reading program May 30, 2008
Children's Librarian Diane Burger will present summer programs Thursday mornings at 10:30. Each program lasts approximately one hour and is open and free to children ages 2-12, along with their families. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
Gnome home gets update at library May 18, 2008
Late last year, Karen Gonzales, children's librarian at the Missoula Public Library, was looking for someone who could turn a vision into a reality. And do it without breaking the budget. (Missoulian, MT)
A Summer in the Stacks May 17, 2008
For the schools that do not have a summer reading program, Mara Villa, the children's librarian at Pearl, has the answer. She has initiated a few reading programs to take place over the summer break, where kindergartners to high schoolers can win points and prize money. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Catch the reading bug this summer at the library May 15, 2008
Children's Librarian. Are you "bugged" about what to do this summer. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Selectmen Name Children's Librarian May 14, 2008
OXFORD - Marissa Ciullo of Naugatuck was hired by the Board of Selectmen last week to be the children's librarian at the Oxford Public Library. Ms. Ciullo succeeds Dawn Higginson, who was promoted in February to the position of library director. (Voices, CT)
West Hartford Literacy Project Uses Puppets, Dual-Language Books May 4, 2008
"If the parent is feeling uncomfortable about reading in English because of lack of skill or confidence, then they're not likely to pick up the book and read" to a child, said Jane Breen, the children's librarian at the West Hartford Public Library. That, in turn, affects the child's literacy. (FOX61, CT)
Summer's Coming . . . Time to 'Catch the Reading Bug' May 3, 2008
Katie Kohl, children's librarian at the Washington library's, has made her own bugs to decorate the children's area of the library. She made colorful caterpillers and ants using beach balls, tape, streamers and pipe cleaners. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
'Love Kitten' to literacy May 2, 2008
It wasn't until he became a children's librarian in the United States that he realized what the children of his native home were missing. Forced to flee Ethiopia to the United States as a political refugee in 1981, Gebregeorgis ultimately put himself through university, obtaining a graduate degree in library science. (CNN -- International)
Stanislaus County Library cuts 94 part-time jobs May 2, 2008
Debbie Johnson, a part-time children's librarian, is losing her job, but she works only five hours a week, so it won't be a big financial hardship, she said. "It does come as a surprise. Unfortunately, with the state of our economy, it is what it is," Johnson said. (Modesto Bee, CA)
New Director Chosen for Monroe's Library May 2, 2008
Ms. Borchers has served as children's librarian in Monroe since April, 2002. Before coming to Monroe she was employed at the Derby Neck Library. (Voices, CT)
McPherson Public Library Board approves furniture bid, patron traffic increasing Apr 20, 2008
Mandy Oleny, children's librarian, and Liz Wilson, children's services assistant, did a presentation on puppetry, which also was well attended. Our library is getting known for having an excellent puppet program, Reed said. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Your library: More than just books Apr 20, 2008
The children's librarian can help you find the right book for your child, or resources for their projects. They promote reading and a love for books. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Capturing young minds: See what a local library is doing to draw in youth Apr 17, 2008
Joe Ellis/The Clarion-Ledger Children's Librarian June Dunlop (left) leads a group of children and parents in a song during a Mother Goose Lapsit on Monday at the G. Chastaine Flynt Memorial Library on Old Fannin Road in Flowood. The regular event features reading, songs, rhymes and other activities for children from birth to 3 years. (The Clarion-Ledger)
'Harry Potter' Fan Testifies in Trial Apr 17, 2008
He first fell in love with the books while working as a children's librarian at a Christian school. Over the years, he has read each of the books "30 or 40 times," as well as every article ever written about Rowling. (Newsmax)
Eisner Awards announced Apr 15, 2008
Freeman, co-owner of Brave New World Comics; Entertainment Weekly senior writer Jeff Jensen; and Eva Volin, supervising children's librarian for the Alameda Free Library. This year's crop of Hall of Fame nominees include industry icon Matt Baker ("Phantom Lady"), DC Comics' John Broome ("Green Lantern"), Marvel's George Tuska ("Iron Man," "Captain Marvel"), horror master Graham Ingels ("Tales from the Crypt," "The Vault of Horror") and EC Comics' Reed Crandall ("Blackhawk"). (Variety)
New kids' librarian has 'buggy' plans Apr 5, 2008
It will last about an hour," as will most of the programs she is planning until school lets out. On Friday, May 2, Brown is having the author of a Pulitzer Prize-nominated book, The Fire Ant, Dr. Walter Tschinkel, Florida State University entomologist, come to talk to children of all ages from 4 to 5 p.m. about how to deal with and manage fire ants, about their history and where they've been. Parents are welcome. Children can come to meet and talk to Clifford The Big Red Dog, or a person dressed... (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Library home to frogs on Saturday Apr 4, 2008
"It is a different slogan each year," said Genie Doty, children's librarian. "This year's will help make children more aware of the library.". (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
New Librarian Isn't New to Town Apr 2, 2008
Prior to that Nell was the children's librarian in Exton, Pa. Opportunity Mandates Move. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
McCulloughs hit 1st District trail together Mar 29, 2008
And after an impromptu song about McCullough from the town's children's librarian Edwina Williams - a.k.a. "Mother Goose" - the family enjoyed punch and cookies while talking with supporters. One of them, Brenda Caradine, said she volunteered for the campaign seven years ago after first meeting the candidate. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Happy birthday, Dr. Seuss! Mayor, library, students celebrate Read Across America Mar 8, 2008
children's librarian Jennifer Breuer read Seuss books "Gerald McBoing Boing" and "Happy Birthday to You!" to the kids. Although 9-year-old Migarel Park said he was "happy" that the mayor joined them for the game, the real man of the hour was Geisel. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
In Our Town Polk City: Library is 'central' to Polk City Mar 7, 2008
Charity Hegna, the children's librarian, is in charge of the children's programming. The Friday morning storytime, which was going on during our newspaper visit and which is open to any age child who is not yet in school, is a real hit, as evidenced by the way the children react enthusiastically to what Hegna is reading. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Redhage Will Assume Library Post Monday Mar 5, 2008
Redhage has served as a children's librarian and branch manager. "She has worked in schools and has technology experience as well," Hoffmann noted. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Celebrating Seuss: Annual event aims to get children hooked on reading Mar 3, 2008
He really appeals to a variety of kids and adults, said Karen Gonzales, children's librarian at the Missoula Public Library. He's the one who invented the easy beginners book stories with just a few words that are repeated over and over again. (Missoulian, MT)
Starr benefit a success: Library looks to purchase 1,000 new children's books Feb 28, 2008
Cook and children's librarian Brooke Stevens reported that well over 100 books have been donated so far, and that anyone interested can stop in at the library or call 876-4030 for more details. After the event ended, Platt said the evening was a success in all respects. (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
Mattoon library programs to focus on early literacy Feb 27, 2008
By LAURA HUDDLESTON, Children's librarian. This winter has been an interesting time for us here at the library. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Harris County Libraries celebrates teen tech week Feb 27, 2008
Highlands' Stratford library children's librarian, Martha Fisher, said, "This is a great opportunity for teens to come in and acquire knowledge and skills in building and upgrading web pages. It also includes having fun with people their own age." With its "Tune in @ your library" theme, Teen Tech Week is a yearly program created by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA). Its purpose is to get teens to use the library for the... (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Children's tours span from art exhibit to library checkout Feb 25, 2008
Our hope is that by targeting one grade over a period of many years every public school student in Missoula County will have been to the library at least once, says children's librarian Karen Gonzales. Many students obtain their first library cards through this cooperative project and begin what we hope will be an ongoing library experience. (Missoulian, MT)
Knitting isn't just for grandma anymore Feb 24, 2008
Ann Langone, children's librarian at the Mattapan Branch Library, said she started the club last summer after some of the children showed interest in a scarf she was knitting for a library fund-raiser. She purchased needles for seven children. (Boston Globe)
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"Each month there is a different theme. For February it is 'Heart to Heart'," Children's Librarian Diane Burgur said. This month Burgur said children will learn about healthy eating and exercise. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
After many years, Encinitas books the opening Feb 20, 2008
- 1:30 to 2 p.m., Sea Life Story Time with Margo Smart, regional children's librarian. - 2:30 to 3 p.m., Sea Life Story Time with Margo Smart, regional children's librarian. (North County Times)
Ionia Community Library celebrates Reading Month with festivities Feb 19, 2008
March is reading month, so we're having guest readers from the community come in and read stories to children, said children's librarian Sharon VanEtt. The guest readers and the children will be wearing pajamas to help promote reading. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Ingleside is getting a library building Feb 17, 2008
Some of the most important aspects, said Lise Braden, children's librarian for the Ingleside branch, are the children's and teen areas. There are two high schools and a middle school within walking distance of the library, which partners with the schools to offer storytelling, early literacy programs and other outreach to students and parents. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Eating Chocolate for a Cause in Falls Village Feb 15, 2008
The idea for the library benefit was conceived when Chocolate in the Village committee member (and children's librarian) Erica Joncyk read "The Chocolate Connoisseur" by Chloe Doutre-Roussel, the chocolate buyer for Harrods of London. Other members of the Friends of the Library group were similarly interested in the appeal of chocolate, an interest spurred, in part, by reports that dark chocolates are packed with healthy antioxidants. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
