Checked In: A Davenport Library Podcast

Join Brittany and Stephanie for a special bonus episode as they sit down and talk with ALA President Emily Drabinski about LibLearnX, books, and the amazing things Libraries are doing! 

On this month’s episode, the Librarians talk about favorite romance reads, welcome their new Director on the pod, talking favorite titles with strong themes of friendship, introducing fun programs for the whole family in honor of Family fun month, and will end this episode doing what they do best, talk about books that they love! Important links from the episode:Community Experience Passes QC BeatsQC Beats in the StreetsFairmount Block PartyTumbleBooksPlace a hold on books discussed in this episodeBrainfuse Summer Reading Program

In this episode, listeners will learn about our Summer Reading Program, programming, digital resources, and add to their TBR with recommendations from Library Staff!Helpful Links:Summer ReadingMovies at FairmountKarpeles ProgramUpper Mississippi Valley Digital Image ArchiveMorningstar Investment Research CenterNoveListResume Maker Pro WebTo Learn More and/or place a hold on the books discussed today please visit the followingE-Books & E-AudioRivershare OverdrivePrintOnline Catalog

In this episode, the Librarians gather to share some helpful services, resources, and programming that the Library has to offer. Listeners will hear about the new Seed Library at |Main, what led the hosts to become Librarians, and what they read since the last epidsode.Helpful Links:Enjoy more music by Lojo Russo and other QC Beats Artists: https://qcbeats.org/Check out a Community Experience Pass:https://rivershare.polarislibrary.com/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=14.1033.0.0.7&type=Keyword&term=community%20experience%20pass&by=KW&sort=RELEVANCE&limit=TOM=*&query=&page=0&searchid=1Visit our Seed Library:https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/event/9095111BrainFuse Adult Learning Center, JobNow, and Vet Now:https://www.brainfuse.com/highed/home.asp?a_id=301D5005&ss=&r=The Big Talk:https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/event/8970172BrainFuse HelpNow:https://www.brainfuse.com/highed/helpNow.asp?a_id=33792874&ss=&r=Data Axle Reference  Solutions: http://www.referenceusa.com/Home/HomeThe Foundation Directory:https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/day-pass/Morningstar Investment Research:https://ar.morningstar.com/mirc/membership/Authenticate.aspx?Name=Davenport

On this month's episode,  your favorite Librarians discuss all things L-O-V-E. Have you been interested in joining a book club? Our Librarians have pulled information on all of our book clubs that we offer and promote them. Additionally, the Librarians talk Romance Reads, favorite LGBTQ reads, showcasing some staff favorite reads by Black authors, talk about love letters in our collection, and wrap with the Librarians doing what they do best, talking about their favorite reads. Helpful Links from the episode: LGBTQ Libguidehttps://libguides.davenportlibrary.com/LGBTQLibrary YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUu24k3l9srqguUkY1S3RWwBoard Games & Puzzles Libguidehttps://libguides.davenportlibrary.com/c.php?g=1200698Library Goodreadshttps://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6174488-davenport-public-libraryRichardson-Sloane Special Collection Centerhttps://www.davenportlibrary.com/genealogy-historyDPL TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@davenportpubliclibrary?lang=en

On this month’s episode, the Librarians interview Science Fiction fans and set reading goals. Be sure to stick to the end because they give listeners what they are reading right now and play a new game! Be sure to email checked.in@davenportlibrary.com to tell us who you think won the Bring Your Own Book Game or to tell us your own! Thanks for Listening!Important Links:Free Family Fun:https://www.davenportiowa.com/cms/one.aspx?pageId=17743097DPL Catalog:https://rivershare.polarislibrary.com/search/default.aspx?ctx=14.1033.0.0.7&type=KeywordDavenport Library Goodreads:https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6174488-davenport-public-libraryBeanstack:https://davenportlibrary.beanstack.com/reader365Bring Your Own Book:https://www.bringyourownbook.com/

On this month’s episode, the Librarians say farewell to their leader, discuss board games, the upcoming 2022 Online reading challenge, favorite WWII reads, and so much more.  Services Mentioned:Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center: https://www.davenportlibrary.com/genealogy-historyRivershare: http://rivershare.org/index.php/about-us/rivershare-librariesScott County Genealogical Society: https://scottcountyroots.org/Davenport Public Library Instagram: @davenportlibraryDavenport Public Library on Tumblr: davenportlibKanopy: https://davenportlibrary.kanopy.com/TechKnow: https://www.davenportlibrary.com/application/files/4415/2529/2756/TechKnow_Library.pdfOnline Reading Challenge: https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/reference/online-reading-challenge-2022/Book a Librarian: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5hCFwd9bk7mgktyXWGz3Nj3oiynyRzOea74WpZJ2FaxSWmA/viewformBook Fix: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmCsWTbRErM4NN9DYrxQS1kETovUq2UZ1LraUC3hw_5QcpBA/viewformDigital Offerings: https://www.davenportlibrary.com/digital-contentArchivesSpace: https://archives.davenportlibrary.com/ Books Mentioned:The Last Train to London by Meg Waite Clayton – All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr – City of Thieves by David Benioff – The Huntress by Kate Quinn – The Lost Girls of Paris by Pam Jenoff – The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer – The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah – The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris – Radar Girls by Sara Ackerman – Stars Over Clear Lake – by Loretta Ellsworth – Circe by Madeline Miller – The Once and Future Wishes and The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow – Fire Keeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley – The Silent Patient and The Maidens by Alex Michaelides – The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune – The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner – My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows – The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai – Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens – Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton – The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot – The Guest List by Lucy Foley  Games Mentioned:Catan - Duck, Duck, Dance - Dinosaur Island - Ticket to Ride - Hues and Cues – Horrified - Go Away Monster - Deep Sea Adventure - Forbidden Desert - King Domino – Avalon - Valley of the Vikings

On this episode the Librarians will be talking about the giving season, favorite recipes, and cozy mysteries. The following books were discussed:Zoe's Ghana Kitchen by Zoe AdjonyohBlack Food: Stories, Art and Essays by Bryant TerryMooncakes and Milk Bread by Chinese BakeriesClaudia Roden's Mediterranean by Claudia RodenColumbiana: A Rediscovery of Recipes and Rituals from the Soul of Columbia by Marian VelasquezJew-ish: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch by Jake CohanMacedonia: The Cookbook by Katerina NitsouSea, Salt and Honey by Olivia TsakirisEasy Meal Prep: The Ultimate Playbook for Make-Ahead MealsThe Chicken Bible by America's Test KitchenMartha Stewart's Fruit DessertsThe Ultimate Meal Prep Cookbook by America's Test KitchenIt's Always Freezer Season: How to Freeze Like a ChefThe Weekday Vegetarians by Jenny RosenstrachSheet Pan 5-Ingredient Cookbook by Sarah Anne JonesThe Best-Ever Cookie BookThe Complete Autumn and Winter Cookbook by America's Test KitchenThe Essential Cookie Companion by King Arthur Baking CompanyBaking for the Holidays: 50+ Treats for a Festive Season by Sarah KiefferBetter Homes and Gardens CookbookAmericanah by Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieCloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doer A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor TowlesThe Madness of Crowds by Louise PennyWhere the Crawdads Sing by Delia OwensAutopsy by Patricia CornwellSomething to Hide by Elizabeth GeorgeEaster Bonnet Murder by Leslie MeierGame of Fear by Charles ToddAbandoned in Death by J.D. RobbCaramel Pecan Murder by Joanne FlukeShadows Reel by C.J. BoxJane Eyre by Charlotte BronteHistorian by Elizabeth KostovaDiscovery of Witches by Deborah HarknessThe Other Mrs. Miller by Allison M. DicksonJonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna ClarkeThe Goldfinch by Donna Tartt Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. SutantoThe following Series were discussed:Stephanie Plum by Janet EvanovichLibrary Lovers Mysteries by Jenn MckinlayA Bakeshop Mystery by Ellie AlexanderThursday Murder Club by Richard OsmanLucy Stone by Leslie MeierMagical Cats Mysteries by Sofie KellyCat in the Stacks by Miranda JamesBookmobile Cat Mystery by Laurie CassA Riverbank Knitting Mystery by Allie PlieterDeputy Donut Mystery by Ginger BoltonAlaskan Diner Mystery by  Elizabeth Logan and Camille MinichinoApron Shop MurdersBeyond the Page Bookshop MysteriesHungarian Tea House MysteriesCozy Capers Book GroupThe Noodle Shop MysteriesSouthern Homebrew MysteriesFarm to Table Mysteries Decluttering Mysteries Tita Rosie's Kitchen Mysteries Library Lovers MysteryBook Town MysteriesOregon Honeycomb Mysteries Haunted Home Renovation MysteryTV Shows/Movies Discussed:Only Murders in the BuildingLongmireLuciferHannah SwensonAurora Tea GardenHelpful Links:https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/?s=turkey+noteshttps://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/reference/https://www.davenportlibrary.com/services/use-your-library-cardhttps://www.davenportlibrary.com/digital-contenthttps://www.facebook.com/davenportlibraryhttps://www.davenportlibrary.com/programs-events/1000-books-kindergartenhttps://www.davenportlibrary.com/services/library-social-worker

On this month’s episode, The Librarians talked with Library staff members about all things spooky. If you are interested in the horror genre, spooky stories, and the occult, this episode is for you. Important linkshttps://qcbeats.org/https://www.davenportlibrary.com/https://qchaunts.com/https://www.librarything.com/profile/macabrelibrarianhttps://www.librarything.com/tags/macabrelibrarianhttps://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/https://haubergestate.org/ BooksCreepy Carrots and Creepy Pair of Underwear by Aaron ReynoldsSir Simon Super Scarer by Cale AtkinsonThe woman in black by Susan HillThe Ghost Hunters by Neil SpringGhostland: An American History in Haunted Places“Fangs” by Sarah Anderson  “Hellboy Omnibus” by Mike Mignola“Monstress” by Marjorie Liu & Sansa Takeda“Night Shift” by Stephen King“Outcast” by Robert Kirkman & Paul Azaceta“Something is Killing the Children” by James Tynion IV & Werther Dell’Edera“The Sandman” by Neil Gaiman“The Walking Dead Compendium” by Robert Kirkman“Wytches” by Scott Snyder & Jock“Y: The Last Man” by Brian K. Vaughn & Pia GuerraThe Ritual by Adam NevillThe Girl with All the Gifts by MR CareyShining Girls by Lauren BeukesThe Terror by Dan SimmonsCabin at the End of the World by Paul Tremblay Movies/TelevisionTwilight SagaWhat We Do in the Shadows (2014)What We Do in the Shadows (2016- television series)Twilight ZoneHalloweentownCharmedSabrinaHocus PocusDark Shadows (Johnny Depp)Mentions:Helen Brachhttps://www.rigov.org/1089/Villa-de-Chantal- more information in Special CollectionsSister Mary Agnes Egan   

Brittany, Michelle, and Steph breakdown all things music in this very first episode! Learn about QC Beats, Freegal, and so much more! For convenience we have gathered some helpful links to sources that were discussed in this episode. https://qcbeats.org/ https://www.davidgsmithmusic.com/https://libguides.davenportlibrary.com/?b=g&d=ahttps://davenportlibrary.freegalmusic.com/homeBooks discussed this month were: Know My Name: a Memoir by Chanel MillerA Long Way Gone by Ishmael BeahSaved by a Song by Mary GauthierDaisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins ReidSweet Child of Mine by Guns n RosesMe by Elton John For Questions about QC Beats or to write in to the Pod emails are below:qcbeats@gmail.comchecked.in@davenportlibrary.com 

In this month's episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie sat down with the Davenport Public Library director, Jeff Collins, and Board of Trustees President, Steve Imming, to discuss all the recent changes and achievements our library has made in the last year. The also spoke with Aubrey from Family Resources about Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the different support services offered at Family Resources. And as always, they talk books, books, and more books.Some upcoming programs:Adults: Plant Swap - April 20th @ 2-4pm | Eastern Teens/Tweens: Teen DIY: Disco Ball Painting - April, 20th @ 1-3pm | EasternKids: Kits Every Saturday - While Supplies Last! | All Locations To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide! Helpful links from our discussion:Amani Community Resources - A Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Agency providing innovative culturally specific services to African Americans throughout the State of Iowa. Family Resources - Social Services organization for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, human trafficking, homicide, and other violent crimes.Seed Library - Open at our Main library, March - September 2024 Goodreads - Follow us on Goodreads! Library Links:The FRIENDS of the Davenport Public LibrarySimply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and The Library will put the latest title on hold for you automatically!Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!

In this month's episode, Stephanie and Michelle are joined by Family Resource's Iowa Domestic Abuse Advocate, Sydney, as well as our own social worker Quinn, to discuss resources for young people facing violence in their relationships. Our librarians also discuss dragon books (for all the Fourth Wing fans!), and interview one of our Special Collections Librarians about outstanding women in Davenport history. Some upcoming programs:Adults: Publishing Workshop Series with the Midwest Writing Center - March 6th @ 6-7:30pm | FairmountTweens: Tween Pop Tasting Challenge - March 11th @ 1-2pm | MainKids: National Puppy Day Storytime & Craft - March 23rd @ 10-11am | FairmountHelpful links from our discussion:Richardson-Sloane Special Collections - Sign up for weekly blog posts from Special Collections and learn more about local Davenport historyFamily Resources  Library Links:Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide! 

In this episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie chat with social worker Aaron Shivers from Oak Street Health and talk about Groundhog Day Books! Some upcoming programs:Davenport Black Voices: A Worthy Story –  February 22nd @ 6 – 7pm | FairmountTeen DIY: Faux Neon Sign – February 17th @ 11 – 12pm | MainPalentine’s Party – February 13th @ 4 – 5pm | FairmountHelpful links from our discussion:Oak St. Health (Davenport, IA) KanopyQC BeatsBlack History Month Reading ChallengeLibrary Links:Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and The Library will put the latest title on hold for you automatically! Select as many as you want. Questions? Give us a call: (563) 326-7832  Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide! 

On this month's episode, the librarians discuss setting reading goals and so much more! To share feedback or if you have segment ideas, please email checked.in@davenportlibrary.com. Helpful Links:Staff Picks Publication Navigating Religious Diversity in the Workplace  6 Tips for Navigating Your Religious Needs at Work  Religious Landscape Animated Map Shows How Religion Spread Around the World All Major Religions Explained in 6 Minute: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism Online Reading Challenge - Beanstack - Info CafeWinter Reading ChallengeFormalwear Giveaways: January 12th & January 13th Minifig MeTea Blending WorkshopCalendar of EventsReading Recommendations Page

In their final episode of 2023, Michelle, Stephanie, and Brittany air their reading grievances in celebration of Festivus– the book edition! They also discuss short books to read for those hurrying to meet their 2023 reading goals, cold weather novels, and upcoming December programs.    Some upcoming programs: "Llama Llama Pajama Party" – December 16th @ 2pm | Eastern "Formal Wear Dropoff" – Dec. 22nd & Dec. 30th @ 9am – 5:30pm | Eastern | Fairmount"Teen Snack Around the World" – Dec. 30th @ 3:30pm | Fairmount Helpful links from our discussion: Enhanced Children's Areas Online Reading Challenge - 2024 Sneak PeakLibrary Links:Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide! 

In this episode, Stephanie and Brittany discuss the Native American Heritage Month Reading Challenge, the prizes participants can win, and the books by Indigenous authors available for all ages! The library is also coordinating a Coats and Hygiene Drive with Kinna's House of Love, a Quad Cities based organization working to support and promote awareness of women and children affected by abuse. Drop off items at Kinna's House of Love anytime before November 20th. These items will be distributed to those in need at the Winter Wellness Event at the Main library on December 4th. Check out our calendar of events to see what else is going on at the library this month! Some upcoming programs include:"We Are Still Here - An Indigenous Journey" - Nov. 9th @ 6:30pm - Fairmount "QC Libraries Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event" - Nov. 14th @ 6:00pm - Putnam Museum"Kids Thanksgiving Holiday Kit" - Nov. 20th @ 10:00am - Virtual "Pottery with Miss Carolyn" - Nov. 30th @ 6:00pm - Off SiteSome helpful links from our discussion:Native American Heritage Month Reading Challenge Indigenous Peoples' Information & ResourcesKinna's House of Love Library Links:Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Or, as a parent, you may be wondering what resources are available for you and your family. The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide!

In this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany talk banned books with our coworker, Beth. In preparation for fall, they give a run-down of all the cozy mysteries and witchy books you could possibly want. They also discussed Hispanic Heritage Month and what the library has to offer in October! Some helpful links from our discussion: ALA Top 13 Most Challenged Books of 2022Teentober Contests Hispanic Heritage Month Reading ChallengeLibrary Links:Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Or, as a parent, you may be wondering what resources are available for you and your family. The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges. Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide!

In this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany take a deep dive into all things Romance! They also talk about Library Card Sign-Up Month, Voter Registration Month, Banned Books Week, and so much more!  Some helpful links from our discussion:Register to Vote! Iowa residents Illinois residentsNational Library Card Sign-Up Month - September is Library Card Sign-up Month! 16 local businesses are offering special perks this month for Davenport Public Library cardholders! Also, our friends at Lopiez Pizza have chosen the Library as their "artist of the month"! Stop by Lopiez and pick up this month's signature pizza, The Book Club, and 10% of the proceeds will go to the FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library in order to support our programs and materials!Banned Books Reading - Rock Island Public Library, Oct. 5th at 5:30. Email Sarah Elgatian if you'd like to participate: sarah.elgatian@mwcqc.org  Top 13 Most Challenged Books of 2022Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library! Books mentioned: Silver Lady by Mary Jo PutneyOut of Nowhere by Sandra BrownSanta and Company by Fern MichaelsDarius (The Black Dagger Brotherhood series) by J.R. WardThe Ghost Illusion by Kat MartinThe Twelve Dogs of Christmas by Susan WiggsA Christmas Blessing by Beverly JenkinsHoney and Spice by Bolu BabalolaSomething Wild & Wonderful by Anita KellyPartners in Crime by Alisha Rai Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail by Ashley Herring Blake Will They or Won't They by Ava WilderThe Fiancée Farce by Alexandria BellefleurRed, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuistonLike Water for Chocolate by Laura EsquivelThe Beach Trap by Ali BradyLove Your Life by Sophie KinsellaMust Love Books by Shauna RobinsonHeartburn by Nora EphronRomancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia QuinnStone Blind by Natalie HaynesThe Man From The Train by Bill JamesLore Olympus by Rachel SmytheEverything is Fine by Mike BirchallVera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q SutantoIt Won't Always Be Like This: A Graphic Memoir by Malaka GharibMessy Roots: A Graphic Memoir of a Wuhanese American by Laura GaoWhen Stars Are Scattered by Victoria JamiesonYou Lucky Dog by Julia LondonRez Dogs by Joseph BruchacCruel Seduction by Katee RobertThrowback by Maurene Goo

In this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany interview Chad Dyson, Davenport Parks and Recreation Director, and Becca Niles, Community Outreach and Experience Manager, as well as local writer and St. Ambrose staff member, Caitlin Moran. They also chat with Kathryn, our Special Collections supervisor, and discuss what they've been reading this month!Some helpful links from our discussion:Summer Reading Program - Turn up the volume on your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice! Everyone is invited to be get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the Library this summer. Read books, attend a program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log. Each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice. Do a little or do it all! The way you Find Your Voice this summer is totally up to you!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!Davenport Special CollectionsBooks mentioned:The Magicians by Lev GrossmanHijab Butch Blues by Lamya H.Infect Your Friends and Loved Ones by Torrey PetersVoice of the Fish by Lars HornEmma by Jane AustinDewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron & Bret Witter Good for You by Camille PaganThe Friend Zone by Abby JimenezHow to Eat Fried Worms by Thomas Rockwell The Secret, Book, & Scone Society by Ellery AdamsSomebody That I Used to Know by Dana L. DavisBluebird by Sharon Cameron

On this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany discuss new summer fiction picks, all the new horror we have on our shelves, our new foreign language product, Mango, and more!Some helpful links from our discussion:Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and our selection experts will put the latest title on hold for you automatically. Select as many as you want!Summer Reading Program - Turn up the volume on your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice! Everyone is invited to be get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the Library this summer. Read books, attend a program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log. Each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice. Do a little or do it all! The way you Find Your Voice this summer is totally up to you!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!