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LIBRARY OFFERS ‘eHELP’ FOR HOLIDAY SHOPPERS
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Thinking of buying an eReader or tablet for the book lover on your holiday shopping list? Before you hit the mall, read through our FAQs and try out an iPad, Nook Tablet, and Kindle Fire at one of our upcoming “Petting Zoos”. Stop by any Library location or call (513) 369-6900 to learn more about the Library’s downloadable books, audiobooks, and music.
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NEW ARRIVALS ARE BACK!
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 Great news! Our New Arrivals lists are available again. Start browsing for all sorts of terrific new titles just added to the collection to place on hold.
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LIBRARY’S MOBILE APP NAMED A “BEST”
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 Cincinnati Magazine selected the Library’s mobile app as the “Best Local App” in their December 2012 Best of the City issue, noting “the app makes your life easier”. It enables you to check out your own book instead of walking to a self-scan checkout, download an audiobook or e-book while you’re on the bus, and renew your Library books and materials. You can also scan any book anywhere, check for availability, and put the book on hold, plus much more. Our app is compatible with all Android, iOS, and BlackBerry smartphones and tablets. Visit the Library’s web site to download the free app now.
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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AT THE MAIN LIBRARY
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 ‘Tis the season to be jolly! So why not make a visit to the Main Library part of your downtown holiday tradition? Holiday activities, crafts, and performances by popular entertainers for the entire family to enjoy will take place in the Reading Garden Lounge of the Main Library on the first three Saturdays in December.
- Zak Morgan, Saturday, December 1, 1:00 p.m.
- CCM Tenor Will Reed, Saturday, December 1, 3:00 p.m.
- Madcap Puppets, Saturday, December 8, 2:00 p.m.
- Visit with the Little Golden Storybook Characters Scuffy the Tug Boat, Poky Little Puppy and the Saggy Baggy Elephant, Saturday, December 8, 1:00 & 3:00 p.m.
- David Kisor, Saturday, December 15, 2:00 p.m.
- Visit with the Library mascots "Rufus" and "Red", Adzooks Puppets, Saturday, December 15, 1:00 & 3:00 p.m.
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“WONDERLAND OF FAIRYTALES” THOMSON COLLECTION EXHIBIT
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 Visit the Joseph S. Stern, Jr. Cincinnati Room in the Main Library to explore the colorful wonderland of illustrations from books published in the 1880s by Peter G. Thomson of Cincinnati. The exhibit includes alphabet books and Mother Goose favorites that will dazzle the eye and spark the imagination. Revisit the childhood wonder of circuses and fairy tales, such as Little Red Riding Hood and Cinderella on view through February 17.
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VANISHING CINCINNATI BOOK DEBUT
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 A program celebrating the launch of artists David and Barbara Day’s new book, Vanishing Cincinnati, will take place at the Main Library on Sunday, December 2 at 2:00 p.m. The images and stories in the book showcase the city from 1850 to 1950, when the urban fabric was tightly woven with an eclectic mix of residential neighborhoods, parks, shops, and entertainment, all nestled within embracing hilltops, and with a street-level infrastructure. Join us for panel discussion featuring the Days and local historian and former Cincinnati Enquirer columnist Owen Findsen in the third floor study area adjacent to the Genealogy & Local History Department. A book signing will follow with copies of the book available for purchase courtesy of the Friends of the Public Library.
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WE’RE A STAR LIBRARY!
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For the third consecutive year, our Library was recognized by Library Journal as a Star Library and it’s all thanks to you! This prestigious national recognition is awarded to libraries that are most heavily used. A major goal of the ratings is to showcase U.S. public libraries whose levels of service delivery distinguish them among their peers. Ratings are determined by the number of per person library visits, items borrowed, program attendance, and computer use. Our scores are then compared to 7,570 other public libraries across the country.
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THE ANNUAL FUND
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Thanks to the support of our generous donors, the Library Foundation has been able to support the Library in a number of important ways the past year. Please consider making a contribution to the Foundation this year—every dollar makes a difference and it’s tax-deductible. Click here to learn more.
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