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Teens on Smart Phones

Teens invited to share their voice on managing stress and anxiety, creating new app

The library is partnering with Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies (CBITs), on a project to design new smartphone apps ...
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We suggest: New(ish) nonfiction titles

By Collection Management Librarian Kathy Looking for some nonfiction reading suggestions? Discover these recently released under-the-radar gems just waiting for you! Recently new nonfiction titles ...
Colorful gears

Activities for grade schoolers: Engineer some fun this winter!

By Shelley Harris, Children's Librarian Engineering sounds like a big and overwhelming topic, especially for caregivers that aren’t as familiar or comfortable with science. But ...
Google Search

Tech Tips: Navigating Google search results, spotting ads

By John Gargiulo, Supervising Librarian of Creative Technology Advertisements are all over the internet these days, and while some are helpful, some add clutter, and others can link ...
Dr. Eve L. Ewing with Ghosts in the Schoolyard and 1919

Meet Dr. Eve L. Ewing, then join the discussion

Join us in March for three virtual programs centered on the work of Educational Sociologist Dr. Eve L. Ewing, award-winning author and assistant professor at ...
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Snowflakes

Sounds, science & snow: Videos & activities for early learners

By Shelley Harris, Children’s Librarian What kind of things do you hear during the winter? When there’s a lot of snow on the ground, it ...
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We suggest: New(ish) fiction titles

By Collection Management Librarian Dontaná We miss talking books with you, especially now that the deep winter has set in. But don't worry, we've still ...
Discover & Explore: Salsa with music notes and la clave

Discover & explore for grade schoolers: Salsa

Let's explore Salsa! Salsa music is primarily a Caribbean rhythm that is enjoyed throughout Latin America. The word salsa also means sauce in English. Seems ...