Letter Writing 101
Once upon a time, not so long ago, writing and receiving letters was common. I remember when I was in school, my best friend moved out of state. We could only talk on the phone once in a while—long-distance calls…
Once upon a time, not so long ago, writing and receiving letters was common. I remember when I was in school, my best friend moved out of state. We could only talk on the phone once in a while—long-distance calls…
Universal Class is truly a hidden gem among all of our wonderful Fountaindale eResources. There are hundreds of free courses you can start right now and walk away from with an abundance of knowledge. Not to mention course credits! I…
Hi! I work at the library, but you may not have seen me since I work in the back selecting physical and digital materials for the library’s children collection. I love my job, but when I’m not doing that, I’m…
When I was a young child growing up, journaling and having a diary was a big deal. Teachers, parents, even church emphasized the importance of this. At school, journaling was used as an assignment for many things. Our church believed…
We all miss helping our patrons create and share their stories through the digital media and maker technology available in Studio 300. Although the library’s building is closed, we’ve been busy supporting the Library from Home initiatives and training to…
“You can always edit a bad page. You can’t edit a blank page.”― Jodi Picoult As many of us stay home doing our part to flatten the curve, consider using this extra time to start or work on a writing…
Looking for a fresh way to study a new subject? Try one of our Learning Circles! For seven-weeks this spring, we’ll gather to learn material in a self-paced, online course. Moderated by library staff, adult learners will share and connect…
Many people cite travel at the top of their to-do lists. This winter, join our learning circles on travel writing and travel photography to discover how to capture your love of traveling in your writing and photos. Limited slots are…
November is National Novel Writing Month, also known as NaNoWriMo! Every year during the month of November writers from across the globe (and any aliens living on other planets who have Wi-Fi) attempt to write 50,000 words in the span…
Songs of Spring. The Laughing Man. A Full Heart and an Empty Bank. These are just some of the delightful stories you’ll encounter in The Nemo Journal, Volume 2, our annual literary journal featuring original essays, poems, short stories and…