We will be closed on Thursday, October 10, for staff training.
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Libraries Turn Up the Volume, October 1, 2, & 3
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The Community Library Network is turning up the volume on Idaho history in early October. Gary Eller will perform “Strong Women of Early Idaho, at Post Falls, Tuesday, Oct 1, 6 p.m.; Athol, Wednesday, Oct 2, 5 p.m.; and Rathdrum, Thursday, Oct. 3, 2 p.m. Eller will present songs and stories of historical women, including local mine owner May Arkwright Hutton, Banjo Nell, and horse rancher Kitty Wilkins. He’ll add commentary about these and other heroines using his unique and humorous perspective. Since 2007, Eller has been collecting historically based songs of Idaho through grants from the Idaho Humanities Council. Since then, he has compiled about 200 Idaho-related songs predating the coming of radio to the state in the mid 1920s. These wide- ranging songs include somber event ballads, stage songs, hilarious parodies and even operas. Sponsored by the Idaho Humanities Council. Pictured: Gary Eller
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Harry Potter Books Burned?
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On Thursday, October 3, 6 p.m., the Post Falls Library presents “Burning Harry Potter, and Other Ways of Misreading Fantasy.” J.K. Rowling’s series made the top 100 list of frequently challenged books from 1990-2003, mainly for religious reasons. Brian Atteberry, Idaho Humanities Council presenter, will look at the way fantasy draws on traditions of myth and magic to create modern metaphors. Attebery has received many honors for his work on science fiction, fantasy, and children’s literature, including the Science Fiction Research Association’s Pilgrim Award for lifetime achievement in scholarship in science fiction and fantasy and the Idaho Humanities Council’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Humanities. His most recent projects include editing the set of new editions of the work of Ursula K. Le Guin for the Library of America and researching the relationship between dreaming and fantastic literature. The program is sponsored by the Idaho Humanities Council. Pictured: Brian Attebery
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Higher Education Fair, Oct. 5, Post Falls Library
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Looking to develop new skills, get a trade certification, or a degree? Then make plans to attend the Higher Education Fair, Saturday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Community Library Network in Post Falls. Admissions representatives from Community Colleges of Spokane, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College, North Idaho College, and the University of Idaho will be on hand to explain the ins and outs of going to college. The day kicks off with a discussion on “Financial Well-being for Students” presented by STCU at 11 a.m., followed by a free pizza lunch from Domino’s. At 1 p.m., a panel will address what to consider when choosing the right college for you, followed by another panel discussion providing tips to achieve the most from the educational experience. Plenty of time is set aside to visit the college booths and meet with the presenters one-on-one. For the complete schedule, visit CommunityLibrary.Net/Adults. Free and no registration is needed.
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Over the summer nineteen teens from throughout the Community Library Network gathered to learn about writing short stories. The fruits of their labor, a book titled “A Universe of Stories,” will be launched Wednesday, Oct. 16, 6 p.m., at the Post Falls Library. People of all ages are invited to support the teens’ efforts, help the them celebrate their accomplishment, and snag a free copy of the book. The published stories reflect what the young writers studied during the workshops. Each session focused on a different aspect of writing, from crafting compelling characters to revising what they have written. “Each story is as unique as the teen author,” said Nathan Hansen, Post Falls information specialist, who facilitated the workshop. The published book has thirteen short stories and one poem. “Every time I get the final drafts from teen writers, I am amazed by the creativity of expression that they offer to their readers. It takes a lot of courage to be vulnerable in print,” Hansen said. In honor of the occasion, E.G. Moore, an award-winning author, will present the keynote. Moore’s fiction spans the children realm, from picture books with angry bears to epic fantasy young adult novel trilogies. She self-released her debut middle grade novel “Rowdy Days of Dom Sanders” in 2019, and her essay “Wearing Teresa’s Russet Cowgirl Boots” was published in Hope Paige’s 2017 anthology “Breaking Sad.” Pictured: E.G. Moore
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World Book Online Reference Center
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In addition to the articles, illustrations, maps, and web links, World Book Online Reference Center also offers panoramas, timelines, animations and videos, and sound clips. Use it to get a quick overview of current events from Reuters and BBC, updated daily. The site also includes computer and web tutorials, a life skills section, and Idaho and U.S. Government web site links. You can search or browse the encyclopedia by general category, by particular phrases or words, by places, or by type of content, such as pictures. The World Book suite also includes interfaces designed for kids and students. Find it and other great databases in on our eReference page.
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Steampunk Costume Party at Spirit Lake
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Teens and adults are invited to attend an evening of tea and sprockets! Mark your calendars for the Steampunk Costume Party at Spirit Lake Library, Saturday, Oct. 26, 6-8 p.m. All enthusiasts of neo-Victorian retro-futuristic art, fashion, and literature are welcome to join the festivities, so do not miss this opportunity for camaraderie and merriment. There will be games, a screening of newfangled "motion-pictures," a photo/selfie booth, tea dueling, clockwork crafts, and more! Feel free to wear ordinary clothing with minor embellishments, a very traditional Victorian outfit, or something outrageously fantastic—it’s all suitable for this event. For more programs for teens and adults, visit CommunityLibrary.Net/Programs.
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Something is always in being planned by the Library Network’s amazing adult programming folks. Hayden Library has added two monthly programs: Yoga for Adults at the Hayden Library, Sundays, 1-2 p.m. Enjoy a peaceful exercise to start your week off right. Just Write at the Hayden Library, 1st Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Join a local author to learn the ins and outs of writing, publishing, and marketing fiction. Each class will be structured around a different topic, always leaving plenty of time for writerly discussions, exercises, and prompts. Writers of all levels welcome! All programs are free and no registration is required. Check CommunityLibrary.Net/Adults and find out what you are missing at your library.
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Administration John Hartung, Director, 208-773-1506 x 315 Rebecca Melton, Assistant Director 208-773-1506 x 314 Anne Abrams, Communications Director 208-773-1506 x 323 Coordinators Twylla Rehder, Adult Programs, 208-772-5612 x 123 Karen Yother, Youth Programs, 208-772-5612 x 121 Librarians Kari Wilson, Collection Development, 208-772-5612 x 117 Nick Madsen, Emerging Technology, 208-772-5612 x 116
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Managers Jill Roche, Athol, 208-683-2979 Karin Hall, Bookmobile, 208-772-7405 Dorothy Blackmore, Harrison, 208-689-3976 Darla Gunning, Hayden, 208-772-5612 Brenda Ludwick, Pinehurst, 208-682-3483 Jennifer Craft, Post Falls, 208-773-1506 Linda Mahon, Rathdrum, 208-687-1029 Carol Ferguson, Spirit Lake, 208-623-5353 Young Adult Specialist Denise Neujahr 208-773-1506 x 327 or 208-772-5612 x 120 Editor Anne Abrams, 208-773-1506 x 323, Email
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