In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie talk about all the upcoming fun The Library will be having this Dinovember (or November, for those averse to dinosaurs). We learn about the Library Business Assistance service from the librarian who started it all; our New Employee Spotlight shines on the Facility Services department; and your hosts celebrate National Author’s Day by sharing their to-go favorite writers!
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: We are Still Here: A Story of Indigenous People - Thursday, Nov. 14th @ 6-8pm | Fairmount
Tweens/Teens: QC Libraries' Teentober Red Carpet Awards - Thursday, Nov. 14th @ 6-8pm | Putnam Museum
Kids: Fossil Discoveries with the Augustana Fryxell Geology Museum - Monday, Nov. 18th @ 5-6pm | Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Library Business Assistance
The Library's Community Outreach Offerings
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Free Government Phones For Iowa Residents
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
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