NPR Story on the future of libraries in the e-book age
NPR ran a story last week on the future of libraries in the e-book age
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Fall Program Registration
Fall program registration began this week and there are only a few spots left! Call the library today to register for our story times and book clubs!
Old Newspaper Gold Mine
You can search many old newspapers by using the “Chronicling of America” site hosted by the Library of Congress. Many old Endicott-area newspapers can be searched at via this link. Warning – it’s addicting!
Nightingale Sings Book Talk
Author Anne Crowley will give a talk on her book “The Nightingale Sings” on Saturday, February 11 at 1 PM in the library’s Scott (basement) meeting room. The book is the compelling true story of one woman’s courage, determination, and triumph over tragedy.
Survey reports 1/3 of Americans use library computers
A national survery funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation reports that one-third of Americans (77 million) used public library computers to access the Internet in the last year. 40% received help with employment needs, 37% with health issues, and 42% with educational needs . The stats…
Rolling Stone Keith Richards – Librarian Wannabe
The Rolling Stones guitarist reveals his love of libraries: He once said: “‘When you are growing up there are two institutional places that affect you most powerfully: the church, which belongs to God and the public library, which belongs to you. The public library is a great equaliser.” The rock ‘n roll legend even considered…
Snow closing
The library will close at 2 P.M. on Saturday, Dec. 29 due to snow.