tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81336781491382028662012-02-16T00:47:19.379-06:00Find out what is happening on Judd St. inside the library. <br>Musings from the library staff... about something we saw on the way to work today, the books that make us say "<b><i>WOW!</i></b> Read this!" or photos and quotes that make us stop and think.Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.comBlogger1091100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-10645061610072170482012-02-14T09:00:00.007-06:002012-02-14T10:25:50.332-06:00

When we think Valentine's Day, we think romance -- as in the genre Romance. At Woodstock Public Library, we have a fine collection of romance titles to suit every sensibility from clean and sweet to steamy and spicy. We have romantic suspense, supernatural romance, historical romance and contemporary romance. We make these available in a variety of formats including book, large type, book on

Carriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17620556383808477689noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-68672321405009355222012-02-13T17:06:00.000-06:002012-02-13T17:07:00.601-06:00

Last week, during D200's Love to Read Week, I had the opportunity to visit a seventh grade classroom to talk about books and read aloud to the students in the class. It sorta made my week - and it wasn't just because they wrote some *awesome* thank you cards later on. It was because while I was there and especially as I was reading to them, I felt like I was making a connection and that they were

Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18098513391261759112noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-86487268827112288182012-01-24T16:41:00.001-06:002012-01-24T16:56:59.053-06:00

There are many perks to being a Youth Services (children's) librarian. You get to make crafts. You get to sing and dance at work. Sometimes, you hire magicians. You get to buy children's books... and you often get to read them outloud to eager audiences. In short, being a YS librarian is a (my) dream job. If you'd like to try living the dream, I'd suggest volunteering to read to a classroom or

Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18098513391261759112noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-82530033328111628242012-01-23T17:14:00.000-06:002012-01-24T16:55:45.090-06:00

Today was a big day for children's literature lovers - the Newbery and Caldecott Medals (as well as other children's lit awards) were announced today at the annual ALA conference in Dallas, Texas! Without further ado, here are the winners! 2012 Newbery Medal Winner Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos Leave it to the one and only Jack Gantos (author of the Joey Pigza, Jack Henry, and Rotten

Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18098513391261759112noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-81512174899417881382012-01-11T11:41:00.005-06:002012-01-11T11:52:34.629-06:00

If you haven’t been to the Reference Desk lately, you may not have noticed a mysterious, tattered blue folder that sits at the elbow of the reference librarian along the side of the desk. If you watch, you’ll observe a variety of patrons opening said folder, perhaps jotting some notes on a scrap of paper and then walking away. What great secrets are held in this humble folder?Stop in and see.

Carriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17620556383808477689noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-63941103245787692912012-01-06T10:39:00.034-06:002012-01-10T10:50:06.203-06:00

We're resolving to update Judd Street Blog more regularly in 2012! What about you? It may be January 6, but it’s never too late to make some Library New Year’s resolutions.1. Find missing/late library items and pay fines to get back into good standing. The good news is, you can clear fines of up to $5.00 per card by bringing in a non-perishable food donation on Tuesday, February 14. This does not

Carriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17620556383808477689noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-89428278639144047272011-03-09T13:55:00.000-06:002011-03-09T13:55:48.667-06:00

Want the Perfect Cure for Wintertime "What-Can-I-Do's"? Come to the Mini-Links Golf Outing in the Library! Saturday, March 19 10a.m.-4p.m.Play golf in the library! This popular once-a-year event lets you play in the library like at no other time: Swing your putter and hit a golf ball on an intricate course that runs all through the library.  Each hole has a theme put together by a local event

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-409404868899727162011-02-11T14:13:00.003-06:002011-02-11T14:22:22.638-06:00

Food for Fines--Monday, February 14 ONLY! On Valentine's Day, the library will waive overdue fines in exchange for non-perishable food donations. Maximum fine clearance is $5.00 per library card. Suggested donation is 1 item for every $1 of fines. Fine amnesty does not apply to lost or damaged charges.Food Drive--February 14-19The food drive continues all week. Donors may drop off non-perishable

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-54282689484907892932011-02-11T09:17:00.007-06:002011-02-11T11:42:22.828-06:00

Stop! Before you let the baby drool & chew on that 1958 Fisher Price Cackling Chicken Model #120 maybe you should find out what its worth! The Woodstock Public Library has collectible & price guides on just about any topic. Come in and check one out. Not finding a guide on your favorite collectible? Ask the reference librarian for help! Answer to the Cackling Chicken Value? According to the Toys

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-56102531507852297452010-10-28T13:35:00.005-05:002010-10-28T13:55:55.889-05:00

The first spotting of a ghost at the Woodstock Opera House? Perhaps, or just a poetic farmer with an active imagination.We just discovered this little gem of a poem that was printed in the May 26, 1890 edition of the Chicago Daily Tribune. It seems appropriate to share as we approach Halloween.“Next we have the honor of introducing Mr J Webster of Woodstock Ill., who says “I see there are people

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-9109148666894315702010-08-19T12:49:00.003-05:002010-08-19T14:27:17.272-05:00

Remember how you researched reports in school? Trudging to the library, having to laboriously search for the magazine articles using those old green books: Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature when writing school papers? And then waiting for days because the library had to order a photocopy or fax of the article and you were just hoping that it would come in before your paper was due?That Has

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-85527737274712666452010-08-19T12:48:00.001-05:002010-08-19T12:48:33.865-05:00

The Joy of Your First Library Card!, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-9301383031602355152010-08-10T09:24:00.003-05:002010-08-10T12:06:01.411-05:00

School supply shopping is in full swing but don't forget that your library card and the library website are essential back to school resources for students of all ages—why? Because they offer easy access to online research databases!What are Online Research Databases?A collection of print resources have been digitized full-text magazines, scholarly journals, newspapers, and even reference

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-61150098604899829622010-07-21T09:18:00.004-05:002010-07-21T09:24:25.880-05:00

Last week to post reviews for the adult summer reading club! Grand prize winners will be drawn Friday, July 23 at 6pm!Guidelines below:Adult Summer Reading Club Guidelines: Every review submitted of a book read between now and July 23rd will be entered to win great prizes.Weekly prize choices include books, earbuds, memory cards, flash drives, and local food certificates!Grand prizes are a Read

Andreanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-10677691376301889192010-07-12T13:12:00.000-05:002010-07-12T13:13:13.992-05:00

The Summer Reading program officially ends on July 23rd so get your reviews turned in before then for a chance to win great prizes! Guidelines below...Adult Summer Reading Club Guidelines: Every review submitted of a book read between now and July 23rd will be entered to win great prizes.Weekly prize choices include books, earbuds, memory cards, flash drives, and local food certificates!Grand

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Today begins the 4th week of Summer Reading Club! Please join us by submitting reviews online or in person. The prizes are great and reading is even better!Adult Summer Reading Club Guidelines: Every review submitted of a book read between now and July 23rd will be entered to win great prizes.Weekly prize choices include books, earbuds, memory cards, flash drives, and local food certificates!

Andreanoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-65586474327456033032010-06-21T14:19:00.004-05:002010-06-21T15:22:01.943-05:00

Reviews continue to come in! It's really fun to see what everyone is reading!Adult Summer Reading Club Guidelines: Every review submitted of a book read between now and July 23rd will be entered to win great prizes.Weekly prize choices include books, earbuds, memory cards, flash drives, and local food certificates!Grand prizes are a Read Between the Lynes gift card and a Sandisk Sansa Clip+ MP3

Andreanoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-6010471183078589352010-06-14T10:31:00.003-05:002010-06-14T10:47:05.470-05:00

What books are you loving (or hating) this week?This summer adults participating in the Summer Reading Program are writing reviews of books they've read to enter our weekly and grand prize drawings! So tell us whether you loved it, hated it, or something in-between. We'd love to hear what you are reading! Every review submitted of a book read between now and July 23rd will be entered to win great

Andreanoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-74780013720635632072010-06-07T19:47:00.004-05:002010-06-14T10:47:39.832-05:00

This summer adults participating in the Summer Reading Program are writing reviews of books they've read to enter our weekly and grand prize drawings!So tell us whether you loved it, hated it, or something in-between. We'd love to hear what you are reading! Every review of a book read between now and July 23rd will be entered to win great prizes.For more information on the guidelines for the

Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-48710468361544233592010-06-07T19:43:00.002-05:002010-06-07T19:47:27.838-05:00

WPL's Adult Summer Reading Program is going on now through July 23. Register by calling, emailing, or visiting the library. Start reading and listening to books! Every book you read and review between June 3 and July 23 gives you chances to win great prizes!To enter the prize drawings, complete a review of each book. All book formats count. Each book can be reviewed up to four times, using each

Andreanoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-44799605590644461962010-04-27T11:35:00.000-05:002010-04-27T11:36:49.762-05:00

The Summer Reading Club brings hundreds of children and their parents to the library. They will be participating in the 80+ programs offered by the Children and Adult departments. The majority of these programs are offered from Monday through Friday. As a result the library has the greatest demand on its services and staff during that period.The City of Woodstock has a hiring freeze in place. In

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-43070065258943386632010-03-17T11:14:00.004-06:002010-03-17T11:40:33.470-06:00

Friends of Woodstock Public Library Mini-Links Golf CourseSaturday March 2010:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: Adults - $5 Children 8 & under - $3 (must be accompanied by an adult)Raffle Tickets Are On Sale NOW at the Library!1 Raffle Ticket = 1 Dollar6 Raffle Tickets = 5 Dollars• 18-Hole Miniature Golf Course… in the Library!• Refreshments on sale at the 19th hole!• Participate in the PGG (Pretty Good

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-65239714568713257902010-02-08T14:33:00.002-06:002010-02-08T14:35:51.027-06:00

Have a Heart Food Drive - February 8-13When you come to the library this week please bring a can of food or two for the Library's Annual Have a Heart Food Drive. All food donated will be given to the Woodstock Food Pantry for distribution to McHenry County families in need.Food for Fines - February 13thOn Saturday, February 13th the library is offering Food for Fines - up to $5.00 in overdue

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-55880493933970891982010-01-14T12:55:00.000-06:002010-01-14T12:56:23.077-06:00

Starting Monday January 18th library materials that customers have requested will be placed on open shelves to the right of the Front Desk. How will I find the book I requested? Items will be shelved alphabetically using a unique code for each patron. For privacy labels will cover the entire item.What is my code?3 – the first three letters of your LAST name1 – the first letter of your FIRST name2

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-76390502782322419532010-01-02T09:57:00.000-06:002010-01-02T09:58:27.759-06:00

The library will be offering Online Program Registration for its Adult Programs and Computer Classes for the first time beginning on Monday, January 4th.Online Registration is easy:1) Go to the library website www.woodstockpubliclibrary.org1) Click on the Calendar link at the top of the website.2) Locate the program you wish to attend.3) Click on the Sign Up for [program name] link.4) Fill in the

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-91740547417148599422009-12-08T10:14:00.005-06:002009-12-08T10:51:27.373-06:00

In order to save the library hundreds of dollars a month in postage the Woodstock Public Library will no longer be mailing the 7 and 14 day overdue notices by mail. Instead of printed notices the library's automatic telephone notification system will notify households that they have an item(s) overdue. If you are a Woodstock Public Library customer and have given the library your email address

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-41526371022948135802009-12-02T14:12:00.001-06:002009-12-02T14:12:34.443-06:00

Friends of WPL Book Bags for Sale, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.Buy the bibliophile in your life a canvas Friends of Woodstock Public Library Book Bag! A bargain at ten dollars, fill it with great used books from the Friends Book Sale for only a few dollars more.Friends Gift Certificates in $1 and $5 amounts also make great stocking stuffers.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-62245000953925867902009-11-17T10:32:00.001-06:002009-11-17T10:32:26.289-06:00

"Jigsaw" by Nancy Steinmeyer, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.The Woodstock Public Library is now the proud host of two "Horses of a Different Color" from the Main Stay Therapeutic Riding Program. "Jigsaw" by Nancy Steinmeyer will be a permanent resident of the library. "Under the Sea" by Kathy Algrim is temporary located at the library until the Spring of 2010.More information

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-3611389131858506802009-11-02T09:59:00.001-06:002009-11-02T09:59:14.643-06:00

Civil War Monument, 1909, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.100 years ago tomorrow the Civil War Monument on the Woodstock Square was dedicated in memory of the McHenry County men who fought in the Civil War. Read about the effort being undertaken by Chad Miller this year to restore and repair the monument in Don Peasley's Northwest Herald column. http://www.nwherald.com/columnists/

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-79196630193362062502009-09-09T13:30:00.006-05:002009-09-09T13:47:55.945-05:00

TumbleBooks is an online collection of animated, talking picture books.Pre-readers can listen and see their favorite print stories in animation.Beginning readers can read the stories themselves, and use the narration to assist them as they read the story.TumbleBooks stories are available in English, Spanish, and French. To change languages click on the pull-down menu next to “Choose a Language”

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-87632273639930706132009-09-01T10:56:00.005-05:002009-09-01T11:35:17.950-05:00

When we open tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM, we sincerely hope the phones and email will be ringing off the hook again as registration opens for our fall programming season. There is a certain excitement in the air as we create sign-up sheets, signs, and press releases. This fall is going to be a great one, though weather-wise it may be starting just a tad early, and we have lots of fun activities

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-63390869589041679122009-08-31T14:56:00.003-05:002009-08-31T14:56:46.737-05:00

Help us identify these children! , originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.The library needs help identifying the children in this 1948 photograph of the library. Please email or comment if you know the names of any of the children.Thanks!Martha Hansen

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-48932226337943542872009-08-31T14:56:00.001-05:002009-08-31T14:56:04.178-05:00

Help us identify these children! , originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.The library needs help identifying the children in this 1948 photograph of the library. Please email or comment if you know the names of any of the children.Thanks!Martha Hansen

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-20852548866506257002009-08-26T09:14:00.004-05:002009-08-26T21:04:13.414-05:00

Started thinking about this last weekend while visiting my sister Jane whose daughter is going into third grade. I mentioned to her to be sure and check what online resources her library(Redwood City, CA) has to help Emma with school. She had never thought to even look at the the library's website for anything more than the storytime schedule.Give me two minutes to explain why the library's

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-35422913321426273302009-08-05T11:30:00.006-05:002009-08-06T08:54:15.242-05:00

Vera G. Busselle, 96, of Woodstock, died on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, at Hearthstone Manor in Woodstock. Vera joined the Woodstock Public Library at the age of 73 in 1985, helping the library automate (enter every book into the new computer system). She stayed with the library helping with many projects, and eventually learning three completely separate computer systems. Loved by the staff, Vera

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-57300338546540089952009-07-07T11:57:00.001-05:002009-07-07T11:57:39.041-05:00

Scholastic Book Fair , originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.Join us for the Scholastic Book Fair at the Woodstock Public Library July 9-15. All profits go towards buying books for the children on the Woodstock Christmas Clearing House list.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-17436318209747125482009-06-07T15:44:00.002-05:002009-06-07T15:47:33.660-05:00

While it becomes easier to store digital media, it seems to become more interesting to store the real deal. Your book collection in particular says a lot about your personality, so why shouldn’t your book shelf do the same? 20 Brilliant Bookcases

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-58949263270701118032009-06-07T15:38:00.000-05:002009-06-07T15:40:31.209-05:00

Does your Kindle leave you feeling like there’s something missing from your reading experience?Have you been avoiding e-books because they just don’t smell right?All your problems have been solved...

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-53558491955697007462009-05-26T10:19:00.003-05:002009-05-27T12:37:52.882-05:00

Maggie Crane is retiring after 38 years of dedication to the Woodstock Public Library. A public reception will be held at the Woodstock Public Library on June 5, 2009, from 3:00-4:30 p.m., all are welcome.Maggie joined the library in 1971 as Children's Librarian, she was promoted to Assistant Director a year later in 1972. In 1981 she was chosen to be the Library Director upon Margaret Marchi's

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-16298924059515772132009-05-06T10:17:00.002-05:002009-05-06T10:18:42.251-05:00

On April 24th, reference librarian Martha Hansen traveled to the Timber Creek Convention Center in Sandwich, Illinois under the guise that she would be making a presentation to members of the Prairie Area Library System. While Martha was just happy and excited to be spending the day in Sandwich, her day got even better when she discovered that the real reason for making the trip was that she had

Beth Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15180823767329820400noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-77770525059669689032009-05-06T10:17:00.001-05:002009-05-06T10:17:46.261-05:00

Registration is now being accepted for several great upcoming library programs. If you’re yearning to explore the roots of your family tree, then plan to attend Searching for your Family: Getting Started with Genealogy. On Thursday, May 21 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. our staff will introduce participants to genealogical research. This informative presentation will include ideas for starting your

Beth Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15180823767329820400noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-30237067352058234562009-05-01T09:17:00.001-05:002009-05-01T09:22:32.336-05:00

We want you to get the most bang out of your library buck. One way you can help us cut our administrative costs is by giving us your e-mail address. Rest assured, you will not get any messages from us claiming that a long lost relative living in a far off land has left you a substantial inheritance. We will never declare that you have won a sweepstake that you never entered. We won’t even try

Beth Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15180823767329820400noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-23105677832155462472009-05-01T09:07:00.003-05:002009-05-01T09:16:56.644-05:00

As I write this, the temperature outside is hovering around 38 degrees and a light rain is falling through the chill night air. While I adjust the thermostat and tug on my slipper socks, a singular thought is crossing my mind: springtime in northern Illinois means that summer is just around the corner! Glorious summer! Barbeques! Lazy days poolside! Flip-flops! And just maybe—a fabulous

Beth Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15180823767329820400noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-41853280528129485062009-04-14T17:51:00.002-05:002009-04-15T15:18:32.816-05:00

Contrary to popular stereotypes, today's libraries no longer demand complete silence from visitors. The "shushing" of patrons is on its way to becoming a lost art as its use is reserved only for extreme cases of unruliness. Libraries have even been known to bring noise into their buildings.In fact, the Woodstock Public Library has done just that and invites you to join us at 7:00 p.m. on

Beth Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15180823767329820400noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-85064145896082281332009-04-06T12:36:00.002-05:002009-04-06T12:39:53.001-05:00

National Library Week Stimulus PackageDuring National Library Week ONLY – April 12-18th – the Woodstock Public Library and the Rural Woodstock Public Library District is offering their very own Stimulus Package: HALF PRICE on WOODSTOCK LIBRARY OVERDUE FINES AND LOST OR DAMAGED CHARGES, including Collection Agency Fees.We want our customers back, so if you have been staying away because of a

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-646998294674835722009-03-17T08:53:00.001-06:002009-03-17T08:53:08.568-06:00

Young Adult Area / Tee Off, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.Click on the photograph to go to the Library's Flickr page and see photographs from the Friend's MiniLinks in the Library event on March 14, 2009.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-14792920290473899452009-03-12T21:10:00.001-06:002009-03-12T21:10:01.854-06:00

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-8978744760310241912009-03-03T09:51:00.002-06:002009-03-03T09:52:43.423-06:00

Friends of Woodstock Public Library is sponsoring a MINI-LINKS GOLF fundraiser to be held Saturday, March 14, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. inside the Woodstock Public Library. The event includes Play for Fun from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and the PGG (Pretty Good Golfer) Tournament & Pro Challenge from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. All ages are invited to be a part of this “first ever” MINI-LINKS GOLF

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-86825047194557624472009-02-27T16:29:00.003-06:002009-02-27T16:45:19.452-06:00

Stop me if I've told you this already but one of the reasons I love our subscription to the MasterFile Elite database so much is the access it gives me to Consumer Reports articles.Consumer Reports is widely regarded as a fantastic source for consumer information on just about everything, from mP3 players to food processors and thousands of other products. Not only do they conduct thorough tests

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Read Books = Chocolate, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.Join the Lincoln Log Winter Reading Club this month & get a HUGE Lincoln Celebration Chocolate Bar when you turn in your reading log.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-44688328807723188212009-01-28T12:45:00.002-06:002009-01-28T12:47:10.890-06:00

Woodstock Public Library is joining with McHenry County libraries and schools for a month of celebration in honor of Lincoln's 200th Birthday.Events include: A county-wide public recital of the Gettysburg Address at 1:30 on February 12th; discussions of Lincoln trivai and folklore at the Lincoln's Hat program on February 15th, and a monthlong "Lincoln Logs" Winter Reading Club. Here is a complete

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-86713097520375121642009-01-26T10:09:00.005-06:002009-01-27T09:46:22.019-06:00

Just announced today, the 2009 Newbery Award Winner is... Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman. 2009 Caldecott Award Winner is House in the Night by Susan Marie Swanson.Follow both authors on Twitter...Neil Gaiman http://twitter.com/neilhimselfSusan Marie Swanson http://twitter.com/susan_marie

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-89778891834003421572009-01-22T21:50:00.002-06:002009-01-22T22:01:02.363-06:00

1000 novels everyone must read.1000 albums to hear before you die.1000 films to see before you die.1000 artworks to see before you die.Top 100 websites by country. (hint - check out 10 countries to = 1000 sites)

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Darby Library Faces the AxThe Darby Library is the country's first continuously-operated public lending library (as opposed to a paid subscription library), operating since 1743. It just has the misfortune to be in a historic but poor, mostly minority community that has to scrape together every dime. The library's first book purchase was from Benjamin Franklin's London bookseller. (Franklin

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-41226571939987576592009-01-20T09:41:00.002-06:002009-01-20T09:47:18.352-06:00

Food Drive ~ February 7-14Please bring non-perishable food items to the Woodstock Public Library during “Have a Heart Week”. Donated foodwill be given to the Woodstock Food Pantry for distribution to McHenry County families in need. Recommended food items include peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit, dried milk, noodles, spaghetti sauce, and soups. Bathroom products such as soap, toilet paper,

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-63899878299242035492008-12-29T11:32:00.007-06:002008-12-29T12:04:42.962-06:00

It's that time of year again, when all the lists for the best books, movies, and music of 2008 will be coming out. One list I always look forward to is the New York Times 100 Most Notable Books of the year.Some of the nonfiction choices....HOT, FLAT, AND CROWDED: Why We Need a Green Revolution — and How It Can Renew America. By Thomas L. Friedman. "The Times columnist turns his attention to

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-65799300243918699872008-12-23T10:17:00.002-06:002008-12-23T10:18:28.251-06:00

Great Snow Storm of 1881, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.This image of the Square shows a team of citizens prepared to clear snow equipped with nothing but shovels. This photograph was taken two days after the famous March 19, 1881 snowstorm that covered Woodstock (and most of the midwest) with more than two feet of snow. The winter of 1880-81 was a particularly harsh one, and is

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-71707645478747372122008-12-10T18:54:00.002-06:002008-12-10T19:01:33.519-06:00

The District 200 Art Show is now on display at the Library. Don't miss this opportunity to see all of the amazing artwork from D200 Kindergartners - High School. The show will be on display until January 4th, 2009.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-29153463356852444322008-12-08T14:09:00.004-06:002008-12-08T14:18:32.313-06:00

When shopping form store to store (whether online or in person) looking at the latest in gadgets for children, everything from Leapster for the little ones to Wii for the big ones, don't forget to throw a book or two into the present pile.This morning was I was reading Mike Mulligan and the Steam Shovel by Virginia Lee Burton to my little ones, curled up on the sofa, I had a flashback to my

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-50563653896076587392008-11-10T20:55:00.001-06:002008-11-10T20:55:18.269-06:00

Armistice Day, November 11, 1918, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.On November 11, 1918 the word of the armistice quickly spread to Woodstock Illinois. This photograph showcases the 100-car parade that was held that day in spontaneous celebration.Visit the library's Flickr page to view photographs of the WWI Homecoming celebration for its returning soldiers.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-34546923128532275632008-10-24T11:15:00.004-05:002008-10-24T11:25:53.827-05:00

Our tank now has a baby starfish! We took this picture on Wednesday and it's been hard to find the little one since. It's maybe an inch in diameter and is usually burrowing in the sand. Have a look next time you're in!

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-66649266842592403902008-10-15T14:44:00.005-05:002008-10-16T11:28:51.421-05:00

Have you ever been awed while watching someone move quickly through a number of Internet browser windows and computer programs? I know I have. Did you know you can highlight any word by just double clicking on it? I didn't. Or minimize all your open windows at once just by hitting the Windows key and "D"? Yeah, me neither.It sometimes seems like there is an endless number of little shortcuts and

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The Library Staff's Scholastic Book Fair begins on Wednesday, October 15 through Wednesday, October 22 during regular library hours.Staff members are trying to collect enough new books to provide a new book as a gift for every child on Woodstock’s Christmas Clearinghouse list. Customers may purchase paperbacks to donate to the project as well as purchasing books for themselves.Profits from the

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October 7th is the last day to register to vote for the presidential election. If you or someone you know still needs to register, you can do so at the Woodstock Public Library. Do not wait until the last minute! Early Voting: If you are registered voter and need to vote prior to election day here are the days and times of early voting at the McHenry County Administration Building667 Ware Rd.,

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-4139965564251091022008-09-23T20:34:00.001-05:002008-09-24T15:22:12.676-05:00

A list of the 50 Greatest Villains in Literature.... bwah ha ha ha ha ha...

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-25071125655900311362008-09-23T13:52:00.001-05:002008-09-23T13:52:40.600-05:00

, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.The Woodstock Public Library and City of Woodstock are combining forces to solve the parking and stormwater problems on Judd Street. The new parking lot will be designed with a permeable surface which allows most rain water to flow into the ground instead of diverting that flow into a street or storm sewer.To reduce existing flooding, the City will

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-87264370505324567672008-09-13T08:41:00.001-05:002008-09-13T08:41:27.515-05:00

Sign up for a Library Card Today, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.September is Library Card Signup month. What a better way to start the school year but with a library card! ALL District 200 residents (5 years and older) qualify for a free library card. Come in and get your card today!

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-44471652104302972192008-09-04T13:29:00.002-05:002008-09-04T13:46:45.888-05:00

(by Alberto Manguel, originally published in 2006)*I'm just cataloging this title for our collection. The title sounds a bit like a horror movie, but here are the chapter titles:The library as myth The library as order The library as space The library as power The library as shadow The library as shape The library as chance The library as workshop The library as mind The library as island The

Lorahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04993123090305371990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-36830441651701829862008-09-02T13:05:00.004-05:002008-09-02T13:11:04.983-05:00

Whoo is This? Name Our Night Owl ContestToo few people are familiar with the Night Owl Reference Service, so we have adopted this owl to be our mascot to help advertise the service. S/he will move around the library, and perhaps visit schools or other places to remind everyone to call the library when they need information, even after hours.S/he needs a name! Enter our contest by suggesting a

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The Friends of WPL Used Book Store is having a sale on all pocket paperbacks - 4 for 1.00! Help us clear our shelves for new used books. Trade paperbacks (the larger sized paperbacks) are not included in the sale.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-26805583830228113952008-08-20T17:18:00.007-05:002008-09-04T13:47:31.385-05:00

Please. Bother us. The reference librarians who sit under the Reference Desk sign in the library might look like they are too busy to be disturbed, but actually we are all just waiting for someone to come up and ask us a question.Sure, you can ask us how the printer works, or where the bathrooms are, but we also enjoy and are here to help you find information, good books to read, answers to

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-58129610756894402902008-08-12T13:37:00.003-05:002008-08-12T16:33:04.067-05:00

There is an endless stream of websites out there that allow you to play with images... Picnik, Splashup, Snipshot, etc. Here is one more...Dumpr. Dumpr allows you to play with your photographs, adding backgrounds such as this museum mockup, or create a mosaic with your photographs, and many more concepts.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-63221126165141515002008-07-22T13:05:00.002-05:002008-07-22T13:29:50.826-05:00

Today this link appeared on my RSS feeder... a bookstore has posted on their website a listing of some of the many interesting items that have shown up tucked into books that were given to their own store and other bookstores ... including $40,000 in 1930s cash, a letter written by CS Lewis, social security cards and, oddly, a slice of bacon.This list (particurly the cash) got me thinking, you

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-6981597065550297752008-07-18T12:47:00.003-05:002008-12-10T10:49:15.962-06:00

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-29052261838309335962008-07-12T11:24:00.003-05:002008-07-12T11:42:11.495-05:00

Now that looks more like us!

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-47668692161679980662008-07-12T11:09:00.004-05:002008-07-12T11:24:30.699-05:00

I really enjoy random fun things I find on the Internet. I am constantly amazed at the creativity and ingenuity of people the world over. This read/write web is fun stuff.This Wordle tool was on a friend's blog and is an interesting little gem. It randomizes words found in either, text that you paste in, a blog or website address, or the tags from a del.icio.us account. Then it creates a cloud

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On July 13, 2008 from 1:30-2:30 pm, the library will host the "Those Were the Days" Radio Players. This popular, Chicago area group reenacts radio programs from the golden days of radio, using original scripts, commercials, music, and sound effects. Join us as part of their studio audience while they “broadcast” their live show.For more information or to register for this program, please contact

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-57955852791437614882008-07-03T11:33:00.003-05:002008-12-10T10:49:16.151-06:00

The library will be closed on Friday, July 4th, 2008. Happy Independence Day!

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-41047785966218022302008-07-02T14:41:00.002-05:002008-07-02T14:57:47.019-05:00

when your holds are READY? I love getting that little email letting me know. I'm just saying.

Andreanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-60958915743839711682008-07-02T11:57:00.004-05:002008-07-02T14:41:42.801-05:00

One of the most rewarding parts of my job is scheduling and hosting the blood drives. Since I have never been able to give blood without serious fear of fainting, it's fun to have a hand in making sure others get the opportunity to do so. This July, Heartland Blood Centers will be doing another blood drive at the library. On Monday, July 21, 2008 from 4:00-7:00 pm, donations will be conducted in

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-19277631918396775512008-06-23T20:02:00.002-05:002008-06-23T20:19:32.500-05:00

Just like the fruits and vegetables that I eat changes from winter to summer, so changes the books I read...In winter we eat apples, canned peaches and pears, and frozen corn...in summer it is a festival of peaches, nectarines, plums, and hopefully, soon, fresh corn that tastes like it was grown in Illinois.For reading, mysteries and thrillers dominate my winter reading (largely in part to the 3

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-12364644505012073352008-06-11T16:24:00.004-05:002008-06-11T17:17:42.038-05:00

Libraries across the country are getting summer reading programs started this month. Reading throughout the summer has been proven to help children maintain or improve their reading skills while they are not in school each day. And really....what's better than reading a book during a summer thunderstorm or while lounging by the pool? We have a lot of things going on this summer at the library and

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On Thursday, June 19, from 7:00-8:30 p.m., the Woodstock Public Library will offer a free program on managing stress. Stress is a major predisposing factor for many physical andmental illnesses, including heart disease, cancer, depression and anxiety disorders. Linda Kramer, R.N., a board-certified holistic nurse, will discuss the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed for stress management and

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-11437774581174797552008-05-29T10:50:00.002-05:002008-05-29T11:02:35.352-05:00

Some people like to organize their books by color (or is it colour?)Other tips on decorating with books can be found here, here and here.Or, if you want to get really serious, you can use the services of BookDecor.com specializing in designer leather-bound books for the sole purpose of decorating!

Kirknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-2633827422212028772008-05-29T08:18:00.005-05:002008-05-29T10:30:38.596-05:00

Powers of Ten is a 1977 short documentary film written and directed by Charles Eames and his wife, Ray. The film depicts the relative scale of the Universe in factors of ten. The film is a modern adaptation of the 1957 book Cosmic View by Kees Boeke.For more information on Powers of Ten visit the official Eame's website. For more visual representations of Powers of Ten and orders of magnitude go

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-67998540392697993382008-05-28T13:07:00.012-05:002008-05-29T09:19:48.035-05:00

I have been using the web to plan trips since we went live on the internet in 1993. Sometimes, with interesting results - the hotel I booked online in the Florida Keys with pink shag carpeting and a hot tub in the middle of a gravel parking lot leaps to mind.We all have used Expedia, Travelocity, or Orbitz to help plan our trips....what is really exciting are the next generation of tools

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-20956377229941514542008-05-24T14:42:00.001-05:002008-05-24T14:44:38.740-05:00

Steve Cisler, the quintessential "digital librarian," died last week of cancer. Steve was a pioneer in the kinds of information retrieval, virtual communities, and global knowledge sharing that have become the platforms of today's Web (via BoingBoing).

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-6647969532815861602008-05-19T20:21:00.002-05:002008-05-19T20:37:39.897-05:00

Explore sixty years of outstanding album cover artwork in the special exhibition, LP Art, at the Lake County Discovery Museum.Check out some album art here, here, here, and here (some images may be NSFW).If you are into rock art you may want to check this book from the library or one of our many biographies of musicians.

Kirknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-14008006407126581042008-05-18T11:11:00.003-05:002008-05-18T11:27:23.248-05:00

Hacker and writer Joshua Klein is fascinated by crows. (Notice the gleam of intelligence in their little black eyes?) After a long amateur study of corvid behavior, he's come up with an elegant machine that may form a new bond between animal and human.For more info on crows check out one of these books, visit one of these websites, or listen to some crow related music (or this or perhaps this...)

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-736835341856828702008-05-15T15:39:00.003-05:002008-05-16T11:16:30.000-05:00

FalconCam. Peregrine falcons have once again returned to nest at the Evanston, IL library.

Kirknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-1920529689909905112008-05-15T15:02:00.004-05:002008-05-16T11:15:12.677-05:00

Check out Microsoft's WorldWide Telescope. The WWT is a computer program created by Microsoft which allows its users to view outer space. Users are able to pan around outer space and zoom as far into any one area as the data will allow. Images are taken from the Hubble Space Telescope and approximately ten earth-bound telescopes.(abyss quote by Friedrich Nietzsche)

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-76939285661758258122008-05-14T15:47:00.003-05:002008-05-16T11:14:31.125-05:00

Ok, I'm likely to catch some grief for this post but here goes...100 Must-Read Books: The Essential Man’s Library

Kirknoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-70381554113985821582008-05-14T15:34:00.008-05:002008-07-08T15:32:31.383-05:00

According to the Federal Trade Commission, approximately 8.3 million adults in the United States were victims of identity theft in 2005.* It is a problem that continues to plague consumers in the United States.Next Thursday, May 22, 2008, a representative from the Illinois Attorney General's office will be at the library to discuss how consumers can prevent, detect, and resolve identity theft.

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-27740012090387381322008-05-13T21:35:00.002-05:002008-05-13T21:37:15.239-05:00

WWI Welcome Home, originally uploaded by WoodstockPublicLibrary.View this and other historic Woodstock photographs on the library's Flickr page.

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-85231020028524763642008-05-13T20:16:00.005-05:002008-05-13T20:26:48.492-05:00

Tonight a young child asked me for help finding a book. We found a few interesting titles and he said, "Do I have to pay for these if I have my library card with me?"And I said, "No, of course not."His answer...."Suh-weeeeeeet!" (Said with a big grin as he proudly looked down at his book choices.)Couldn't have said it better myself.

Andreanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-66393007129210547532008-05-12T11:48:00.002-05:002008-05-12T11:50:55.642-05:00

Having trouble understanding the current housing crisis?This American Life teams up with NPR News to explain it.Access the audio here.

Kirknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-60034313227291815662008-05-12T09:21:00.003-05:002008-05-16T11:14:12.027-05:00

Le Train de Nulle Part (The Train from Nowhere) is a 233-page French novel, written in 2004 by a French doctor of letters, Michel Dansel, under the pen name Michel Thaler.The novel is notable as an example of constrained writing; the entire novel is written without a single verb.In the preface of the novel, Thaler called the verb an "invader, dictator, usurper of our literature".Considering the

Kirknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-30024731793064044812008-05-12T09:18:00.002-05:002008-05-16T11:13:42.313-05:00

Add some cool to your pad on the cheap! This is a great way to start conversation about your favorite books and how cool you are for making your books float on your wall. http://www.wikihow.com/Create-Invisible-Shelves

Kirknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-10430353019516078932008-05-10T20:53:00.009-05:002008-05-16T11:13:13.434-05:00

Find more pictures from the Art Show on Flickr

Marthahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18412944761001287612noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8133678149138202866.post-29717967772145954752008-05-10T10:14:00.013-05:002008-12-10T10:49:16.502-06:00

Several months ago I watched and listened to Dr. Randy Pausch's Last Lecture on YouTube. I don't remember now who pointed me in that direction; I wish I did because it is one of the best talks I've ever heard, and I've heard a lot of good ones! Until listening to the lecture, I had never heard of Dr. Pausch.You can find out more about this series of lectures from Carnegie Mellon here, and there

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