Building Resilience Three Links at a Time
A few years back, the Collection Development team here at CLP began sharing what we call “SuperBetter Moments.” The idea came from a TED talk by game designer Jane McGonigal. In the video, McGonigal … Continued
Ways to Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During times such as these, it can seem overwhelming to look around and see all that needs to be done or all the people who need help. At the same time, it is … Continued
You Are Not Alone: Teen Mental Health Resources
“The hardest thing to do in this world is to live in it.” “The Gift.” Buffy the Vampire Slayer, WB, 22, May, 2001. Hi friends, how are you? We are … Continued
National Volunteer Week – Thank you!
Even though our buildings are closed, we still want to celebrate all the amazing things our volunteers do and send our sincere thanks. Here are some ways that we are celebrating … Continued
Learning During COVID-19 and ADHD: Resources for Parents
Today and USA Today are among some media outlets addressing the unique challenges parents of children with special needs face during the pandemic. Without the support schools can provide: special education teachers, reading specialists, classroom therapists and more, services are missing for these kids. With that in mind, here are some light ideas and gentle suggestions specific to ADHD. These are not substitutes for the services currently missing from our lives as we navigate the pandemic. The intent is to connect parents to library resources that may support you at home, while homeschooling or learning with kids with ADHD.
April’s Virtual Lineup
Follow us! Facebook Twitter Instagram Teenspace Instagram YouTube APRIL 2020 ACTIVITIES Teen Book Recommendations: Teen librarians reveal their favorite titles @clpteenspace Instagram Mondays & Wednesdays Book Brackets (Non-March Madness): Vote … Continued
Theater Without the Crowd
Even If You Can’t Go to the Theater – Bring the Theater Home to You With all events cancelled, it can sometimes feel like there is nothing to do. The … Continued
Always Available on Hoopla: You binge watched Tiger King. Now what?
Hey all you cool cats and kittens. (Sorry, I couldn’t help myself.) Has the saying truth is stranger than fiction ever felt more relevant? As someone who has long had … Continued
Rediscovering Childhood Favorites on Hoopla
Seeing as we are watching a little more television than normal, my son has really taken an interest in hearing about the shows and cartoons we liked to watch growing up. Over lunch the other day, he asked if there were any shows that we watched as a kid that he could still see today. I was amazed at how much I rediscovered on Hoopla. Maybe you’ll go down a rabbit hole too and discover some of your own nostalgic favorites!
Always Available on Hoopla: Vampires on Film
When I started preparing for this blog post, I was simply planning to highlight some of my most beloved films that are currently available to CLP card holders for check … Continued