Gardiner Public Library

THAT book!

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They come in all shapes and sizes; from across broad socio-economic lines and from both old and young; male or female…but we can always tell!  They approach the main desk in a furtive and nervous way….and we know what they are going to ask.  In a quiet whisper (and for anyone using the Gardiner Public Library, you know we aren’t “that kind” of library) they wonder, “do you have THAT book??”  It is here that I must admit we do toy with our customers sometimes; it is always with kindness though…”what book would that be?”  The excuses are numerous, and …

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What are you reading?

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I would highly recommend Stephen King’s 11/22/63.  It is the story of time traveling and what may have happened if we were able to stop Lee Harvey Oswald before he assassinated JFK.  Would there be a “butterfly” effect” that would change history so dramatically, that things could be even worse?  Very interesting premise! Anne Davis, Library Director     I just finished reading The Light Between Oceans: a Novel by M. L. Stedman. The setting is a remote lighthouse off the coast of Western Australia.  Poor choices are made concerning a rescued infant which bring heartbreak to two families.  The …

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What’s on your card?

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I was just checking my library card information online.  As most of you know, you can check that information from the minerva.maine.eduwebsite.  Click on the icon that says Patron Record, from there you will be directed to enter your name (first, last or both) and your library card number – all 14 digits, and they will show up as stars.         The next screen brings you to your account information.  Here you will see your name, address and when your library card expires.  You also have options – to Search Catalog (this button is on the right side of the …

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Check this out! – Young Adults for 2013

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Librarians read review magazines that come out once or twice a month to know what to buy for our patrons. These magazines give books starred reviews that are the best for the month in their viewpoint. Here are some of the best ones for 2013 that you might want to check out soon at your local library. Click on the title to check request these items!     The Madman’s Daughter by Megan Shepard * “The fast-paced book is rife with excitement, romance, and intrigue.” School Library Journal (starred review) The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth LaBan* “Debut novelist LaBan takes …

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Librarians, Avert Your Eyes…. Recycled Book Crafts!!!!!

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There is a secret lurking deep in the crafting blogs and Pinterest boards of this internet, one that will send shivers up the spine of any reputable librarian……. books are being used as a medium for art!!!! For those librarians and book lovers who aren’t made of stronger stuff, we suggest you avert your eyes for the remainder of this post. There are wreaths: Jones Design Company Mudpies and Marigolds Wall Art: Tip Junkie  Mod Podge Art: How To Nest For Less And, they’ve even been used in carpentry projects: Dornob What is the world coming to??! However much we would like …

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Award Winning Children’s Books

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Every winter children’s librarians anxiously anticipate the announcement of the premier awards given to citizens or residents of the United States: otherwise known as Newbery & Caldecott Awards. This year’s winners are: “The One and Only Ivan” by Katherine Applegate (Newbery Medal for the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children published by an American publisher) and “This is Not My Hat” by Jon Klassen (Caldecott Medal for most distinguished American picture book for children). I’m happy to report that you can find copies of both books at the Gardiner Public Library.  Unfortunately since they were …

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