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Written on: June 14th, 2012 in Blog Posts, Learning
Dr. Annie Norman, Delaware State Librarian, was recently interviewed on Dr. Zara Larsen’s Tucson, AZ radio show. Dr. Norman discussed the importance of lifelong learning in libraries. Very interesting and worth a listen! LifeLong Learning in Libraries interview clip.
Written on: June 5th, 2012 in Blog Posts
We’re featuring Delaware Geeks! Whatever your passion, whatever you geek, the library supports it! Watch an interview with our newest geek, Wilmington Blue Rocks mascot Rocky Bluewinkle! Find out more at delawarelibraries.org or geekthelibrary.org and tell us what you geek on our facebook page
Written on: June 1st, 2012 in Blog Posts, Informal learning
Do you know what this tool was used for? This is just one of many obscure tools housed at the Pencader Heritage Museum, a small institution that collects all things related to the rich history of the Pencader Hundred area of Delaware. The museum, which opened in 2007, is located in a renovated barn built […]
Written on: April 26th, 2012 in Blog Posts
The Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project, a non-profit research organization in Washington, DC, is conducting an online survey of public library patrons who borrow e-books. If you have checked out or downloaded e-books from a public library, please consider taking Pew Internet’s survey, available at the link below. All responses will be […]
Written on: April 20th, 2012 in Blog Posts
Some of America’s favorite musicians and book lovers created a song to encourage everyone, young and old, to pick up a book. The track for the Reading is Fundamental organization was produced by The Roots with vocal support from Jack Black, Chris Martin, John Legend, Jim James, Jason Schwartzman, Nate Ruess, Melanie Fiona, Carrie Brownstein, […]
Written on: March 5th, 2012 in Blog Posts, Director, Informal learning
Throughout Delaware, a wave of grassroots passion is brewing… Don’t be surprised if your local librarian approaches you and asks, “What do you Geek?” Reading…Gardening…Science…Crafts…Sports…Nature…Cooking… What is the topic that fascinates you, what are you passionate about? Whatever your passion, whatever you “geek,” the library supports it. Delaware libraries help you indulge that passion with […]
Written on: February 21st, 2012 in Blog Posts
According to the “2009 Caregiving in the U.S. report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, it was estimated that approximately 48.9 million men and women in the United States provided unpaid care to someone older than age 18. These caregivers represented an estimated 28 million households (24% of all U.S. households). The one-year […]
Written on: January 24th, 2012 in Blog Posts
Checking out books is more convenient than ever with the new digital collection of the Delaware Library Catalog! For those who are new to eBooks, Librarian Diann Colose demonstrates how to download and begin reading in just a few steps with a Delaware Library Card and an internet connected computer. Step One: Install Software 1. […]
Written on: January 18th, 2012 in Blog Posts
Do you now look forward to watching TV on Sunday evening? Are you rooting for Anna and Bates? For Matthew and Mary? Do you hope O’Brien gets her comeuppance? Does the thought of Maggie Smith as the Dowager Countess of Grantham sitting in a swivel chair or asking the question, “What is a weekend”? make […]
Written on: December 29th, 2011 in Blog Posts, News, Reading, Reviews
The modern reader encounters scads of devices which tout the ability to enjoy eBooks anywhere. A broad range of options for screen size, battery life, speed, and web compatibility make the choice complex. Consider your own reading habits when deciding which device best suits your lifestyle. Tablets offer nearly all the power of a home […]
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