Big Library Read Starts November 2!

The next Big Library Read kicks off on November 2 with the title:”Reverie” by Ryan La Sala – available in ebook and audiobook format.

You can borrow the featured title from your library as an ebook or audiobook with no waitlists or holds.

Inception meets The Magicians in the most imaginative YA debut of the year!

All Kane Montgomery knows for certain is that the police found him half-dead in the river. He can’t remember how he got there, what happened after, and why his life seems so different now. And it’s not just Kane who’s different, the world feels off, reality itself seems different.

As Kane pieces together clues, three almost-strangers claim to be his friends and the only people who can truly tell him what’s going on. But as he and the others are dragged into unimaginable worlds that materialize out of nowhere—the gym warps into a subterranean temple, a historical home nearby blooms into a Victorian romance rife with scandal and sorcery—Kane realizes that nothing in his life is an accident. And when a sinister force threatens to alter reality for good, they will have to do everything they can to stop it before it unravels everything they know.

This wildly imaginative debut explores what happens when the secret worlds that people hide within themselves come to light.”

Author Event
Don’t miss a live, virtual event with author Ryan La Sala on November 10 at 2pm ET. Register today.
Get readers talking
Check out this reader’s guide and discussion board designed to encourage conversation and help people get the most from Reverie. Readers also have a chance to win Libby merchandise when they use #biglibraryread on social media.

Banned Book Week

“Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores and libraries. It highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.”

Backyard Wilderness Exhibit

Stop by the Library and see our Backyard Wilderness Exhibit.  It is a 10’ x 6’ x 6’ interactive display focusing on the basics of the ecosystem.  The featured species all have territories that span much of North America, and the idea is to let kids start exploring within the exhibit, then take their curiosity outside into their own backyard, parks and other outdoor spaces.  The display features:

¨ Eye-catching photorealistic artwork

¨ Scavenger hunt of 15 different plants and animals  hidden in the exhibit

¨ A beautiful durable printed carpet

¨ “Telescopes” that provide more information about the creatures they’re pointing at

¨ Tips on how to become an outdoor explorer

¨ Inspiring quotes hidden in the tree roots

¨ A companion popup banner with a scavenger hunt cheat sheet of all and next steps for further engagement.

Pride of Pendleton County Photo Contest

Our Annual Pride of Pendleton County Photo Contest is upon us!   We will be accepting entries from August 1 until September 7.  Prizes are:  $25 gas cards to the winner in each category.

Entry forms are available at the Library.  The rules and regulations are…

Rules and Regulations:

  1. One photograph per person, per category.
  2. The categories are:
    1. Scenic
    2.   Pets and Wildlife
    3. Architecture
    4. People
  3. All photographs must be 8 x 10.
  4. All photographs must be submitted in hard copy form for judging purposes.
  5. All photographs must be taken in Pendleton County.
  6. Photographs that have resulting in prior monetary gain are not permitted.
  7. All participants must complete an entry form when making submission.
  8. All photographs must be submitted to the Pendleton County Library beginning August 1, 2019 and no later than 8:00 pm on Saturday September 7, 2019.
  9. Judging will take place by the community, at the EweNique Art Walk on September 14, from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm.  The winners will be announced at 8:00 pm.  The decision of the judges is final.

For questions and inquiries, please contact the library at 859-654-8535.

Here are last years winners:

 

KYVL Provides Access to Opposing Viewpoints Context Database

KYVL is pleased to announce that much-anticipated access to the Opposing Viewpoints in Context database is now available.

Gale’s Opposing Viewpoints In Context is the premier online resource covering today’s hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This cross-curricular research database supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions.

Opposing Viewpoints In Context is a rich resource for debaters and includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, interactive maps, infographics, and more. A category on the National Debate Topic provides quick and easy access to content on frequently studied and discussed issues. Periodical content covers current events, news and commentary, economics, environmental issues, political science, and more.

Start your search now at kyvl.org/ovic

NewsBank Special Reports

NewsBank’s Special Reports are news articles, images, maps and other useful content grouped for convenience under specific topics and themes. They enable users to quickly locate information while helping them gain better insight into current global issues and events.

Following is a listing of ones that may be of particular interest at this time.

April Topics
National Poetry Month
Mental Health – Autism Awareness Month
World Economics – Financial Literacy Month
World Environment – Earth Day

Additional featured Reports covering current issues and events
World Politics and Government
Education Around the World
World Health
Natural Disasters
Science and Health in the News

Each Special Report features current and retrospective coverage with new articles added daily. They constitute a unique value to your users and are included with your NewsBank subscription. There are over 60 Reports to be sure the information you need is always available.

The video below shows you how to find Special Reports, what they are and how they can be used.

https://www.newsbank.com/videos/learning-center/how-find-use-special-reports

ABC Mouse

From Age of Learning, Inc., the award-winning ABCmouse.com curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success  ABCmouse.com is 100% educational, with 9,000+ learning activities across all major subject areas – reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.  Best of all, kids love it!

 

March Take and Make

Its time to revisit some of our past favorites!  Stop by the Library and pick up your very own Take and Make craft kit.  Each kit is only $2 and contains all the supplies and directions needed to complete the craft (except glue and paint if needed).

Becoming Tobacco Free

Are you looking for some tips and tricks to quit smoking?  Looking for some information for a family member?  Then head to the Library on Saturday, February 9 at 12 pm.  Three Rivers Health Department will be partnering with PCPL to keep you informed.  We will be offering tips and information for those interested in vaping and stopping smoking.  This is not a smoking cessation class.  This is an informational session to answer your questions and provide information about options that are available to our community.  All attendees will be entered into a door prize drawing.  Snacks will be provided.  Open to all ages.