Posts for Program-related Content
Saturday, December 20th-January 30th Voices and Votes: Democracy in America Missouri Humanities is proud to present Voices & Votes: Democracy in America, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution . This engaging exhibition is part of the Museum on Main Street (MoMS) program, created specifically to serve small cultural institutions and rural communities.
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DIY Advice Cards POSTPONED to Jan 27. Tuesday, January 6th at 6:00 p.m. DIY Advice Cards Start the year off by creating a set of your own cards to help guide you through the new year. Each deck will have its own unique theme, artwork, and rules set by its creator! We’ll provide all the supplies, you’ll provide the creativity! Ages 12 & Up
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Thursday, January 8th at 6:30 p.m. Crossroads of a Nation: Missouri’s Rifts, Roads and Civil Rights a PBS Special Crossroads of a Nation: Missouri’s Rifts, Roads and Civil Rights explores Missouri’s journey from Civil War battleground to a hub of modernization and justice. Through archival footage and expert voices, the film traces how reconstruction, highways and the civil rights movement converged in Missouri, shaping the story of a divided yet evolving America. Join us in the library meeting room for a special viewing. Rated PG.
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Fridays, January 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. Weird Pets Do you live with a strange animal? Come meet exotic pets and learn how to care for them. Family
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Tuesday, January 20th at 6:30 p.m. Public Libraries: A Brief History Public libraries throughout the nation support the right to vote by serving as polling locations and providing information for voters. Missouri has an amazing library system. But libraries didn’t just happen. People chose to value knowledge and books. People chose to start and support libraries. We stand on the shoulders of all the libraries that came before us. Join Library Director Nelson Appell as he explores the epic story of The Library, from ancient Alexandria to the modern age.
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Craft and Hobby provides on-demand access to more than 9 online learning libraries, 4,000+ hours of content, and 20 different creative disciplines. Classes to serve all interests from quilting and knitting to woodworking and fitness. All content is family safe and accessible for all ages.Help guide.
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Welcome to the Writers Corner, where you will fund support for local authors. The library supports two meetings per month. You can find more information here. Here are some ways writers can publish, format and discover indie books, and learn new writing techniques and skills. Format Your eBook Interested in getting your novel, memoir, poetry collection, children’s book and more in eBook and print-ready formats? Pressbooks Public is an easy-to-use online tool that allows you to create professional quality versions of your book in ePUB, MOBI, PDF and more—all through your library. Click here for a tutorial on how to use Pressbooks. Indie Author Project Authors submit books to the Indie Author Project (IAP) and share their book with readers in Missouri. If selected as an IAP Select title, your book could reach readers across the U.S. and Canada—and you’ll have the chance to opt into our Commercial Collections, which include royalty opportunities. More information on the Indie Author project here. Please note: Authors submitting to the Indie Author Project give the Indie Author Project a non-exclusive license to make their ebook available to public library patrons via subscribing institutions in the public library market. Participation in the Indie Author Project does not restrict authors and their publishing service providers/future publishers in any manner from promoting and selling their ebooks to any market. Authors also reserve all intellectual and proprietary rights in the work— the Indie Author Project does not infringe upon that. Read Indie Books Discover local content from self-published authors, top indie eBooks, and so much more—all with no holds, checkouts, or lending limits. Enjoy unlimited access to titles in the Indie Missouri collection and Indie Author Project Select. Download the BiblioBoard Library app for Apple, Android, or Kindle devices, or visit BiblioBoard Library on any web browser to start reading.
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The Friends of the Library have gifted Washington Public Library 12 Playaway Launchpads for 2-week checkouts. These Initial Launchpads are targeted for the ages of 5+. Made just for little explorers and for circulation. Kids Launchpads are loaded with learning apps, videos, games, and more for hours of interactive learning and play. No download time. No need for Wi-Fi. Access to powerful content is simple as turning on each device – anytime, anywhere. Click Here for a product overview at the vendor’s website. Click Here to place a hold or see what Launchpads are available in the Library’s Missouri Evergreen Catalog. This is a list of the Initial Playaway Launchpads.
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Washington Public Library has a collection of MEternally Reminiscence Kits available for checkout. These kits contain materials for anyone who has been personally diagnosed or is caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other memory issues that can benefit from reminiscence therapy. Reminiscence therapy is a great way to help seniors recall memories, process emotions, and strengthen social bonds. The kits are designed to help them reminisce, connect with their past, and share stories with their peers in a safe, enjoyable setting. This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State. Visit our catalog here to see what kits we offer, and to place a hold.
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Get reading recommendations delivered to your Inbox with NextReads. Each month, you’ll receive a NextReads email in the category of your choice highlighting new and upcoming books. You can unsubscribe and change subscriptions whenever you want.
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