A Cloud of Words for the Top 1000 Books
We seem to have a fascination with the "best," the "most," and the "top," of just about anything. What about the "most widely held" library books? Sounds boring, you might think, but think again. The word cloud here represents books held by libraries around the world. Kinda cool, huh? Is your favorite book among them? Does our library own any of them? Each item has del.icio.us tags added to them, such as genre (autobiography, banned, children, etc.), language, and time-period. Just click a word and see what happens! (BTW, thanks to the Online Computer Library Center for the script.)
Friday, February 22, 2008
Star Light, Star Bright--Art in the Library
Our latest art exhibit is that of local artist Brandon Anthony. Brandon's unique approach to this collection was inspired by star charts of the constellations. Maps of the stars were broken down into segments, then interpreted in oil on canvas through Mr. Anthony's creative vision, use of color, and geometric designs.
Those who are familiar with the constellations and their patterns will see the subtle ways in which Brandon has revealed maps of the stars in the lines and intersections he painted. Vibrant colors that blend and contrast remind one of Stanley Kubrick's photographic and camera innovations in his film 2001: A Space Odyssey.
On Tuesday, Feb. 19, students in the astronomy class were treated to a discussion and showing by Mr. Anthony when they came as a group to see the exhibit.
Come by and enjoy these energetic art works and see if you can find the hidden constellations.
Our latest art exhibit is that of local artist Brandon Anthony. Brandon's unique approach to this collection was inspired by star charts of the constellations. Maps of the stars were broken down into segments, then interpreted in oil on canvas through Mr. Anthony's creative vision, use of color, and geometric designs.
Those who are familiar with the constellations and their patterns will see the subtle ways in which Brandon has revealed maps of the stars in the lines and intersections he painted. Vibrant colors that blend and contrast remind one of Stanley Kubrick's photographic and camera innovations in his film 2001: A Space Odyssey.
On Tuesday, Feb. 19, students in the astronomy class were treated to a discussion and showing by Mr. Anthony when they came as a group to see the exhibit.
Come by and enjoy these energetic art works and see if you can find the hidden constellations.
Friday, February 15, 2008
Library Staff Celebrates Valentine's Day
We will use any excuse to have a food event, so for Valentine's Day and to celebrate three staff birthdays, we all pitched in and brought delicious offerings ranging from black bean dip to brunswick stew to chicken noodle soup to chocolate cookies and brownies to apple bread to Rotel laced cornbread to Elijah's traditional smoked oysters with Pickapeppa and cream cheese. What is that, you ask?
Learn all about it when you view this short video of Elijah preparing his specialty:
Monday, February 11, 2008
"Bright Ideas" Exhibit Now Open
What do these inventions have in common:
typewriter
traffic light
ice cream scoop
comb
fountain pen
lawn mower
seed planter
baby carriage
water closet, aka toilet
Give up? Okay, they are indispensable inventions that were created by African Americans. Come by the library and view an exhibit about the inventors of these everyday objects that we can't live without. Read a brief biography of the African Americans whose ingenuity made ideas into reality and view replicas and drawings of the inventions themselves.
Check back this Thursday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 to learn if Dr. Catanzaro will be able to deliver an opening address at the north end of the library where the exhibit is located. The inventions will be on display through the month of February.
What do these inventions have in common:
typewriter
traffic light
ice cream scoop
comb
fountain pen
lawn mower
seed planter
baby carriage
water closet, aka toilet
Give up? Okay, they are indispensable inventions that were created by African Americans. Come by the library and view an exhibit about the inventors of these everyday objects that we can't live without. Read a brief biography of the African Americans whose ingenuity made ideas into reality and view replicas and drawings of the inventions themselves.
Check back this Thursday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 to learn if Dr. Catanzaro will be able to deliver an opening address at the north end of the library where the exhibit is located. The inventions will be on display through the month of February.
Friday, February 01, 2008
February is African American History Month
This month we encourage everyone to take some time to learn about the contributions of African Americans throughout history. We invite you to choose from a variety of educational media, including:
Books to check-out and read at your leisure--search our Catalog for African Americans;
Online books to read on the computer--search NetLibrary* or Humanities E-Book* databases;
Streaming videos to watch in the library or at home--search Discovery Education Streaming*;
Reviewed websites found on the Librarians Internet Index; and
Digital records of images, sound, video, maps, prints, etc. of African American History at American Memory from the Library of Congress.
And the College's Multicultural Services office will offer several programs during the month, so watch for upcoming announcements on KIM or call the office at 697-3371.
*These databases require passwords for off-campus access. To receive password information, call 697-4448 to verify your current status.
This month we encourage everyone to take some time to learn about the contributions of African Americans throughout history. We invite you to choose from a variety of educational media, including:
Books to check-out and read at your leisure--search our Catalog for African Americans;
Online books to read on the computer--search NetLibrary* or Humanities E-Book* databases;
Streaming videos to watch in the library or at home--search Discovery Education Streaming*;
Reviewed websites found on the Librarians Internet Index; and
Digital records of images, sound, video, maps, prints, etc. of African American History at American Memory from the Library of Congress.
And the College's Multicultural Services office will offer several programs during the month, so watch for upcoming announcements on KIM or call the office at 697-3371.
*These databases require passwords for off-campus access. To receive password information, call 697-4448 to verify your current status.
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