Before I Could Love Beabadoobee…

Posted on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 by Karena

…I had to love myself.

(Beabadoobee is on tour with Taylor Swift, and in 1000 words or less, I will try to explain why this is an epic and historic pairing to me specifically, and possibly, to other East and Southeast Asian girls who grew up searching hopelessly for themselves in the landscapes of pop and rock and singer-songwriting.)

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Upcycle Crafts: T-Shirt Wall Art

Posted on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Megan

Upcycled Crafts T-Shirt wall art

It’s been said that crafting can help with stress, and most of the time I would be inclined to agree. However, I should warn you that this project is one that can send you into a fit of rage, or maybe that was just my reaction when I found out how easy it was and realized I could have been doing it years ago! Continue reading “Upcycle Crafts: T-Shirt Wall Art”

Spring Break Boredom Buster: Eraser Stamps

Posted on Monday, March 27, 2023 by Grae

Let me turn your attention for a moment to an object so ordinarily ubiquitous that it’s become a part of the everyday furniture of scholastic life, so omnipresent, one might argue, that we often forget about its integral presence (in other words: magic ✨). Both sturdy and flexible, solid yet easily disintegrated, often a lovely matte shade of pink, but found in all the colors that exist, perhaps in some that do not or could have been, this overwhelmingly plain object is none other than the humble eraser, that chunky three-dimensional parallelogram or rectangular prism that offers its users the ability to unwrite what has been written, to unmark what has been marked, to change and adapt and shift and correct—to err, as is human, a transformational gift which might be its own kind of divinity (as I said: magic 🔮). Continue reading “Spring Break Boredom Buster: Eraser Stamps”

Basketball Is for Everyone

Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2023 by Karena

I’ve noticed a particular reaction when I mention my interest in NBA basketball – surprise. Is it because I’m built like the opposite of a basketball player? It’s true, my height better qualifies me to be the person who rushes to the floor with a towel after a player has fallen and left a sweat stain.

Maybe it’s because I’m not a man, which excludes me from the boisterous sports fan stereotype. Maybe I look more like the type to go home after work and curl up with a good book (I do, during halftime). In any case, I’m here to speak my truth: I love watching basketball. More than I love a lot of things. Continue reading “Basketball Is for Everyone”

Library Spotlight: Southern Boone County Public Library

Posted on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 by Megan

We asked our patrons to share what they love about their library! We received some wonderful comments and each month we will feature quotes from our patrons and library staff, highlighting the things that make their buildings so special. This month Eric S. is our guest staff member from the Southern Boone County Public Library in Ashland.

"Our librarians are extremely kind." - Jessica

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Live for the Applause?

Posted on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 by Dana

 

This year for Winter Reading, we are thinking of our community. We want to take time to take care of ourselves and each other through service. If you’re looking to feed your creativity and help make something awesome, think about volunteering at a local theatre.

Community theatres are always ready to get more people involved in every capacity. The obvious things are acting and directing, but there are so many other ways to contribute! Continue reading “Live for the Applause?”

Becoming Your Own Producer

Posted on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 by Karena

What do Steve Lacy, Billie Eilish, and Clairo have in common?

They’re three huge names in music and songwriting, with several international tours and viral hits between them. But before the big stages, they were recording and producing music in their bedrooms – and you can, too. Continue reading “Becoming Your Own Producer”

Library Spotlight: Holts Summit Public Library

Posted on Monday, December 12, 2022 by Megan

In August, we asked our patrons to share what they love about their library! We received some wonderful comments, and each month we will feature quotes from our patrons and library staff, highlighting the things that make their buildings so special. This month, Lisa G. is our guest staff member from the Holts Summit Public Library.

The chairs are so cool! There are lots of places to sit down and read while waiting for siblings to get books. And they are so comfy! (the chairs, not the siblings) Holts Summit Library Patron quote

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