Fired Worker's Lawsuit Puts Spotlight On Workplace Treatment Of Domestic Violence Victims Nov 22, 2009
Heather Gillies won praise for her work as a children's librarian at the Stonington Free Library. She was dedicated to the job, so much so that she performed a story-time program for children shortly after being beaten, allegedly by her husband. (FOX61, CT)
Around Oconee: Leader for the future Nov 18, 2009
Children's Librarian Jessie Johnson will take the stuffed animals on a weekend camping trip and record their adventures on a CD. Children should come to the library Monday to retrieve their animals along with a copy of the CD.. The library notes that only the stuffed animals are going camping, not the children. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Who should see 'Moon' Nov 18, 2009
"(Teens) are smart enough to get it," said Hawai'i State Library children's librarian Maile Davis, noting the books traditional, digital and audio are constantly in demand at the library. The movie is rated PG-13. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Life After the White House Nov 15, 2009
And I went on, then, to get a library degree and became a children's librarian in Houston, in Austin. She, by the way, Dr. Harriet Earhart was her name was a state representative when George became governor of Texas, a Democrat state representative, I might add. (Fox News)
Meatloaf savvy . . . Oct 16, 2009
Often, I will read a book for youth that comes with my daughter s (a children's librarian) highest recommendation. This month that book would be Savvy by Ingrid Law. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Never Judge a Book or Librarian By Their Cover Oct 10, 2009
When Redhage and her family moved to Pennsylvania, she became a children's librarian at a public library where she eventually became a branch manager, which gave her management experience. When the position of Washington library director became available, Redhage was able to move back to Washington, where she had grown up. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Lorraine Grace Brockman Oct 3, 2009
She then was the assistant children's librarian at the Cattermole Memorial Library for three years and then returned to teach second grade from 1973 to 1978 at St. Mary's School. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Altar y Society and the Fort Madison Senior Citizens. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Award dedicated in memory of children's librarian Sep 2, 2009
Tue Sep 01, 2009, 08:02 AM EDT. The Friends of the Lincoln Library has dedicated its annual Love of Literature Award to the memory of Helen Heddie Kent, the Lincoln Public Library s children s librarian from 1958-1983 and a long-time supporter of the Friends monthly book sale. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
• Burley Council moves city budget forward Aug 27, 2009
"The taxpayers voted in May for specific services - including a children's librarian, after-school homework help, a computer technician, the new automation system, new books, setting aside money for a new building. In order for those services to continue and to keep the heat on, just to pay for the cost of running the facility, we need that money," Woodford said Wednesday. "And without the operating override levy, we'd have to ask for much more money from the general fund just to keep the doors... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
SNAPSHOT: Angie Bayne Aug 17, 2009
Angie Bayne is a children's librarian at MRRL who has a lifelong love of books and says she feels at home in her new role at the library. (Angie Hutschreider/News Tribune photo). (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Farmers' Market storytime is Saturday Aug 12, 2009
On Saturday, Aug. 15, kids are invited to the Maynard Farmers' Market starting at 9 a.m. for one of the perennial favorite events: storytime on the banks of the Mill Pond with children's librarian Mark Malcolm. If you love Mark at the library, you will love him even more at the market; if you have never been to storytime with Mark, this is your chance to see what all the excitement is about. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Drawing on talent Jul 31, 2009
That is the point of the three-day class, which ran from Monday through Wednesday last week at the library, said children's librarian Danette Davis. With a growing emphasis being placed on graphic novels, Davis thought now was as good a time as any to get children more experienced with that format. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Summer programs strive to make reading a habit Jul 24, 2009
"Our theme for this summer's children's program was Be Creative," said Children's Librarian Hannah Fehseke. "We have explored art, pretending, imagination, music, and movement.". (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Kalona gives pay increases Jul 23, 2009
Children's Librarian Marissa Tartaglia, from $22,880 to $23,920($11. 50 hourly). (Kalona News, IA)
'All Dolled Up' workshops for children July 23 Jul 16, 2009
The book, "Fancy Nancy," by Jane O'Connor, will be presented by Alma Adams, children's librarian, during the story time segment of the girls' workshop. The interactive workshop for boys will feature the book by Kathryn Lasky entitled "Pirate Bob.". (Dowagiac News, MI)
'Fish the Magish': Stop by the library Friday for a magical time; last day to sign up for summer reading program Jul 16, 2009
Children's Librarian Lorene Dennis said a "Fish the Magish" visit a few years ago was well attended and left everyone feeling "magically" happy. "Mike uses his talents to motivate children to enjoy the library and to read books," she said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Wizard's fans practice their devotionals on Internet sites Jul 12, 2009
Usually, in children's series, the characters stay about the same age, said Pam Link, a children's librarian at the Columbia County Library. With the Harry Potter books, the content got darker in nature as the series progressed. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Summer reading programs kick off Jun 27, 2009
"It really has a lot of punch to it," said Assistant Director/ Children's Librarian Barbara Wysocki. "We hear about it over and over again." The programs for school-aged readers have also been developed in conjunction with the school district. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
• Burley citizens approve library levy, BPA contract May 27, 2009
But if Burley's children's librarian ever decides to develop a program about tiered-rate power methodology in municipalities, she'll be funded for at least the next couple of years. Burley citizens voted to approve both issues on Tuesday's special-election ballot: a request from the Burley Public Library for a two-year operating override levy and a proposal to enter into a contract with the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) to provide the least-expensive power available from 2011 until 2028. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Libraries Offer 'Creative' Summer Reading Programs May 27, 2009
At Washington, kids can begin signing up for the program May 30 and because of changes in the rules of the program this year, kids need to sign up within the first three weeks in order to have a chance at finishing, said Ruth McInnis, children's librarian. "The last few years, we have tracked kids' progress by minutes read," said McInnis, "and some kids finished within a few weeks. But our goal is to have them keep reading all summer, so we changed the rules.". (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Burley library override deserves voters' support May 22, 2009
If voters approve it again Tuesday, proceeds will be used to hire a dedicated children's librarian, increase the hours they're open to the public, supply after-school homework help, pay for a contracted computer and maintenance technician, increase resources through a library consortium, buy more books and materials, and pay for capital improvements. Cassia County voters have been remarkably supportive of education, approving a supplemental school levies year after year. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Cynthia Dromgoole, at 55; activist, Brookline children's librarian May 21, 2009
A children's librarian tends to know a lot of the young people she serves, but at one point Cynthia Dromgoole seemed to be on speaking terms with nearly everyone of a certain age in Brookline and their parents, too ... Though working as a children's librarian made her a familiar face on Brookline's sidewalks, Mrs. Dromgoole was just as well acquainted with Boston, where she lived in several neighborhoods at various times, and Spain, where she taught English years ago ... "She loved being a... (Boston Globe)
As Economy Worsens, Neighbors Buy And Share Gear May 20, 2009
Karen Marple, the children's librarian, keeps track of the pans, which she buys on sale or at yard sales for library cardholders to share. "They don't want to spend so much money on a cake pan that they're going to use one time," Marple said. (CBS News -- US)
Library Presents 'Precious Prom' May 20, 2009
Ms. Ciullo is the Oxford Public Library's children's librarian. About 15 children and their mothers attended. (Voices, CT)
A Community Resource May 20, 2009
" Scenic Regional Library, which serves Franklin, Gasconade and Warren counties with branches in Union, St. Clair, New Haven, Hermann, Owensville and Warrenton, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and will mark the milestone with a special celebration Saturday, June 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Union location. Local authors will be on hand to sign books. There will be tours of the bookmobile, giveaways, historical exhibits, stories, face painting, kettle korn and music by the Local Gents... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
• National Lincoln exhibit comes to Burley library May 16, 2009
The levy extension will, among other library services, continue the full-time position of children's librarian ... The current children's librarian, Valerie Bame, in charge of the Lincoln exhibit, emphasized that the vote is not about her, it's about the position - a sentiment echoed by Woodford as she asked and answered some of her own questions ... "Would the previous children's librarian have written the grants for the exhibit when she was working 20 hours per week? Maybe," Woodford said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Grow a pizza garden (7) May 1, 2009
Wurl, who is the children's librarian there, had read several books about pizza and pizza gardens. "I know Penny," she says about Murphy, who owns Ma's Organics, an organic farm on Benton Center Road. (The Herald-Palladium)
Babies can benefit from sign language workshop Apr 17, 2009
Children's Librarian Sara Simpkins will teach adults how to get started signing and introduce them to the variety of resources the library has available. Informational handouts also will be available, including a free 50-sign illustrated dictionary. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
A librarian shares her poetry picks for young and old Apr 13, 2009
Claire Abraham is a children's librarian at the Fort Worth Public Library. Showing: lect. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
• Book babble Apr 10, 2009
"Those who have attended are women, but it would be nice for men to come. We would enjoy their perspective on the books," said Valerie Bame, children's librarian and program director at the Burley library. "The clubs select their own titles they read both fiction and nonfiction, giving people the chance to read something they normally wouldn't and broadening their perspective and offering a greater understanding of what they're reading," Bame said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Heddie Kent; transferred love of words, theater to generations of writers Apr 8, 2009
She worked as children's librarian for 25 years ... For a while, Mrs. Kent worked at the Concord Music Store, and in 1958, she became children's librarian at Lincoln Public Library. (Boston Globe)
North Bend library director wins state's top award (1) Apr 6, 2009
He even fought to create a full-time children's librarian position in North Bend. "It's hard to imagine what the library would be without Gary," Nielsen said. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
A story of a teenager's suicide quietly becomes a best seller Mar 14, 2009
He was working as an assistant children's librarian and as a bookseller at a local store in Sheridan, Wyoming, six years ago when he started reading a lot of young adult fiction. One day, he said, the idea for "Thirteen Reasons" just hit him, and he wrote what eventually became the first 10 pages that night. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
At Your Library: March on this month, strong girls Mar 4, 2009
By Kathleen Whalin Children's Librarian March 04, 2009 6:00 AM. March celebrates not only the arrival of the spring equinox, but also the accomplishments of girls and women. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Local Literary Experts Suggest Books Every Teen Should Read Feb 8, 2009
Ruth McInnis, Washington Public Library's children's librarian, shared that opinion. "A lot of teens get out of the habit of reading when they get to be busy with school and other activities," McInnis said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Rogers: Tri-Town Tales Feb 8, 2009
Children's librarian June Johnson. Rogers: Tri-Town Tales. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
School Library Journal Feb 7, 2009
Elizabeth Bird, Children's Librarian, Children's Center at 42nd Street February 7, 2009. Stephanie Meyer is quickly becoming the Oprah of middle grade/teen book r.. (Variety)
