Tales for Tails @ your Library

As seen in the news - Tales for Tails

Children who are new to reading or who need a little help can benefit by reading to a dog in Tales for Tails sessions at the Glatfelter Memorial Library.

Molly, Luke, Sophie, Brewster and Buddy are ready to listen! Please register ahead of time, and come the 2nd Saturday of the month at 10 a.m.

For details or to register, stop by the library or call 235-3220.

A little about our furry listeners: they are either certified through Therapy Dog International or Therapy Dog Incorporated.

Here are some of the requirements to be a therapy dog - (these may vary, depending on their certification)

• A dog must be a minimum of one (1) year of age and have a sound temperament.

• Each dog must pass the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen Test (CGC),

• They must have a temperament evaluation for suitability to become a Therapy Dog.

• The test will also include the evaluation of the dog's behavior around people with the use of some type of service equipment (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.).

One Book, One Community

Imagine - what if everyone in one community was reading the same book at the same time?

(no, we don't mean Harry Potter but we're enjoying that as well)

Just think - as with Harry Potter you'd stimulate dialogue. You could possibly meet new folks with similar interests. Libraries and communities could really build a core of like-minded people from diverse and exciting walks of life. You'd be one of the cool kids.

That's the whole purpose behind One Book One Community.

Launched in Seattle in 1998 with great success, the “One Book” concept has swept the nation, including such cities as Chicago, New York, Detroit, Philadelphia and Houston. In 2002, it hit Pennsylvania, and we've been going strong ever since. Folks that participate with us are Adams County Library System, Berks County Libraries , Cumberland County Library System, Dauphin County Library System, Library System of Lancaster County, Lebanon County Library System and the Perry County Libraries

So what is the book? Well, we're keeping it under wraps for now. You'll find out August 8th what the title is and all of the wonderful programs we have in store. To get an idea of what the books are like, here's a history of titles that were offered in York County.

2003 Tuesdays with Morrie
2004 Rocket Boys
2005 The White
2006 The Kite Runner
2007 ????

So keep your ears and eyes open; you'll read some awesome literature, there are many programs that will be available, and you'll be part of a movement that's sweeping the nation. What's not to like?

Tell us what you think!

If you have joined the Summer Reading Club, we're asking you what you think.

Now Adults can register themselves online (sorry teens and kids - for now it's still F2F for you)

Everyone can write a book review.

Adults, Teens, and Kids who write book review will see it appear on the website within a few days.

Not only that, but we're also interested in finding out what folks think about the events held at the different libraries.

Many libraries are offering prizes; your review is like a raffle ticket, and there are no limits to how often you may enter.

So... check and see what's happening at your library.

And remember - when it's hot you can come inside someplace cool and relax with a nice book.

RSS feeds of all event types and locations are here

Graphic Novels - the new hotness!

With 1004 distinct items in the Library System, we have a veritable treasure chest of Graphic Novels. We can't keep them on the shelf, they're the most rapidly-growing niche in publishing, and many are spawning a new renaissance in Hollywood. Good Stuff!

But wait - what is a Graphic Novel? You don't know?

Graphic novels are similar to comic books. Like comic books, they use sequential artwork to help tell a story. However, they are more likely to be stand-alone stories, and plot lines are more extended.

Some are collections of comics (Usagi Yojimbo) and some are books in their own right (Pride of Baghdad) . Still others have won prostigeous awards like the Xeric Award (Clan Apis) and one has even won the Pulitzer Prize (Maus)

Better to refer to them as a format (just as we do a book, magazine, audiobook, or movie) because they cover many genres; Cyberpunk, Horror, Romance, Fantasy and more.


Does this mean that these books are only for teens?
Not at all. Graphic Novels tend to be very appealing for all ages. (This includes the staff that develop this collection) The visual presentation, great character development, well-written plots, and escapism make this format of book very appealing.


Graphic Novels are all about Superheroes, right?

Actually, no...they’re not even all fiction.

Although we do have superheroes such as Wonder Woman, Spiderman, and Wolverine we also have other fiction and non-fiction books.

Here are a few examples:

Biography
· Pedro and Me
· The amazing true story of a Teenage Single Mom
. Persepolis

Horror
· Sandman
· Tapping the Vein
. Thirty Days of Night

Cyberpunk
· Heavy Liquid
· Channel Zero

Christian Fiction
· Left Behind
· Tribulation Force

Classics
· Moby Dick - Melville
· Remembrance of Things Past—Proust

Non-Fiction
· Cartoon Guide to Genetics
· Cartoon Guide to Physics
. Jack The Ripper


BEST OF ALL many are now coming to the big screen.

So if you're interested in this 'new' format, why not give them a try?
There are many terrific books out there, just waiting for you to discover them.

Summer Reading Club!

It's time for Summer Reading Club!

Beginning Monday the 11th of June, folks of all ages are welcome to participate, read, have fun, and try for fabulous prizes.

Nobody is too young or too old for the club;

• "Read to Me" is for babies in arms up to age 6,
  


• "Summer Readers" are folks 6-12
  


• "Teen Readers" are 13 to 18 and
  


• "Adult Summer Readers" are over 18.

There are programs, contests, books, and other 'club' activities available all summer.

Check out the website for more information and don't forget the concurrent GO series.