Meet Your Librarian Series: Teen Services Librarian, Miranda West From planning “Nerd Proms” to burying herself in young adult fiction, Miranda West’s nearly ten years at Poudre Libraries have been filled with interesting interactions, years of learning, and dedication to Fort Collins teens. The shelves and corners of Poudre Libraries have been familiar to Miranda …
Films, Television, Books, and Events for LGBTQ+ Pride Month June brings long summer evenings, barbecues, and of course, Pride! The origins of this month-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community can be traced back to the Stonewall Riots – a spontaneous series of demonstrations in New York City by members of the LGBTQ+ community in 1969 …
Easy resources for finding next great book, author, or series You’ve blown through your current book and want another great page-turner. Maybe you want another book by the same author or one that’s similar, a “read alike.” With all the books, audiobooks, and eBooks available to choose from, finding that next great read can feel …
Information Landscaping Scientists estimate we process up to 74 GB of information daily, a number that increases by about 5 percent each year. In 2009 for example, the average amount individuals processed daily was 34 GB. This rise in exposure to information can be attributed to the internet which has transformed every facet of information …
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Mark your calendar! Signup for the all-ages Summer Reading Challenge begins on May 23 and runs through August 15. Create your online account at PoudreLibraries.org/SRC and join in one or both of this year’s fun challenges. Remember to stop by one of the libraries after you create your account to pick up your sign up …
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