Christmas Music at the Library

If you need a break from all the holiday chaos, visit your local library and enjoy some beautiful Christmas music!

Pocatello’s Marshall Public Library is proud to host a musical performance by Liquid Avenue. This group has four talented singers: Gregory Barker, Matthew Barker, Chester Kener, and Nicholas Nielson. They will be performing many Christmas songs including: We Three Kings, Angels We Have Heard on High, The King is Born Today, Deck the Halls, and more.

This performance is on Saturday, December 22, at 2:30. It is free and open to the public. Join us for some wonderful Christmas music and amazing talent at the library at 113 South Garfield in Pocatello. Questions may be directed to Becky Hadley at bhadley@marshallpl.org.

A Fond Farewell

A fond farewell goes out to our well-loved Early Childhood Librarian, Marcia Burnham. Marcia has been leading the story time activities for the littlest library users for more than six years. She has seen little babies who have visited the library for the first time with their parents or grandparents grow up and begin to attend school on their own! She has touched many lives over the course of her stay. Now she and her husband have retired and have moved back to Marcia’s home town of Sterling, Colorado. We will miss her and wish her the best in all her endeavors!

Kathryn Poulter, Children’s Librarian

All I Want for Christmas Is…

...new carpet, a small meeting room and some quieter space. These will all be added to the nonfiction floor of the Library – just in time for the holidays! In order for these to be installed, the Library will be closed December 8 through December 16.

Santa’s helpers (library staff) will move the books on the top floor to the ground level, all 40,000+ of them!!!! The empty shelves will be moved twice to accommodate the removal of the old carpet and installation of the new. The new carpet matches the carpet that was installed last year on the main level of the building. No more wrinkles or tears!

The Friends of the Marshall Public Library have purchased the walls for a new room to be located near the Reference Office. This room can be scheduled for small group use the same as the Community Room and Kids Corner.

Some tables and chairs will be moved to an aisle near the history books. With an entire row of books between the tables and the general area of the floor, the noise level will be less than in the current configuration.

Kris Castro, Reference Supervisor

The Library Needs Your Minutes!

We need minutes!

We only have one month left to meet our goal of 100,000 minutes in the national Million Minute Family Challenge. We are just shy of 85,000 minutes already logged so everybody get together with family and friends and play as many games as you can before December 31. Don’t forget to call the library and report your minutes. Remember, each game is timed, not the players. For example, if 4 people play Scrabble for 30 minutes, your total time is 30 minutes.

Come to our Game Day on December 29 from 10am-5pm and rack up the minutes! Thank you so much for all your enthusiasm towards our challenge and have fun playing games!

Caralee Workman, Circulation Librarian

Young Adult News

In November

In an effort to encourage youth in grades 6-9 to explore the databases on the library’s website, the Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICFL) sponsored a Kids Quest online adventure in October. This involved the kids working their way through several pages of an online quest, printing a certificate of completion, and turning it in to their public library. The ICFL had a drawing from these entries for an iPod Touch and Irving Middle School student Dylan won for his participation.

November 2-4, I had the opportunity to attend the third biennial Young Adult Literature Symposium in St. Louis, Missouri. I was excited to be able to network with other teen librarians from across the country, attend some interesting sessions, meet and greet several YA authors, and bring home about a dozen new books! AND I got up close and personal with the Gateway Arch, the nation’s tallest man-made monument at 630 feet!

In December

Want a new craft idea for Christmas? Hanna Geshelin of Pocatello Sewing School will share an activity for teens to create a special door hanger and share other fun ideas for textile crafts just in time for Christmas. This free activity will be held December 4 from 4-5pm and is open to all youth in grades 7-12.

In January

Winter Dreams 3….. An after-hours open mic night where teens can share their writing with an audience of their peers.

Kath Ann Hendricks, Young Adult Librarian

Winter Is for Reading

Warm up this winter by wrapping up in a warm blanket and reading. This January, the Marshall Public Library is having a winter reading program, "There's Snow Better Time to Read." This program will be for all ages and reading levels.

Participants will set goals of how many books will be read by end of February. When the goal is met their name will be entered into a drawing. For those under 12 the goal will be based on how many hours they read and for those under 5 the goal will be based on the hours someone reads to them. (The minimum goal is 3 books for those 12 and older or 5 hours for those under 12. One entry per person.)

Mark your calendars because the program will run January 7 through March 4. Grab a warm blanket and a book and set your goal to read this winter. Registration begins January 7, 2013.

Becky Hadley, Readers Advisor

Volunteer Match Partners with the Library

Pocatello’s Marshall Public Library is partnering with VolunteerMatch to reach out to potential volunteers.

With more than 80,000 participating organizations, VolunteerMatch is the Internet’s most popular volunteer engagement network. A non-profit organization that focuses on strengthening communities by bringing good people and good causes together, VolunteerMatch receives 8 million visitors annually.

The partnership between Pocatello’s Marshall Public Library and VolunteerMatch will bring volunteer opportunities to a new platform by presenting them online. Potential volunteers may search the opportunities for the library and other Pocatello nonprofit organizations by visiting Volunteermatch.org.

For more information on how to use VolunteerMatch to find library volunteer opportunities or if you belong to an area non-profit group that is interested in your own free VolunteerMatch account, please call Amy at the library at 232-1263 ext. 21. If you already know how you would like to give your time to the library and are ready to take the next step, please call Trina at the library at 232-1263 ext. 26.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

December Library Hours and Closures

Starting December 1, the library will be open from 10am-6pm Monday through Saturday.
Regular library hours resume January 2. The library will be closed December 8
through December 15 so we can replace the carpet on our second floor. No materials will be due during this week. The library will also be closed December 24th and 25th for the Christmas Holiday.

Trina Bonman

November and December Closures

With the holiday season approaching, we want to let you know about some upcoming library closures.

The library will be closed Monday, November 12, in observance of Veteran's Day. On Wednesday, November 21, we will close at 6pm and remain closed Thursday, November 22, for Thanksgiving. We will be open on November 23 and 24.

Starting December 1, the library will be open from 10am-6pm Monday through Saturday. Regular library hours resume January 2. The library will also be closed December 8 through December 15 so we can replace the carpet on our second floor.

Happy Holidays!

Trina Bonman, Library Administrative Assistant

Library Computer System Upgrade

The library will be upgrading the computer system the week of November 9 through November 15. During this time, patrons may continue to check out materials. The library will be unable to fill hold requests, check materials in, or settle account balances. Any items due this week will be given clemency during check-in. Full services will resume November 15.

With our new computer system, Marshall Public Library will be able to provide the community better access to materials with an easy-to-navigate catalog, better searching features, and the option to receive emails or text messages regarding your account.

Jamie Bair, Circulation Supervisor

Duct the Halls! A holiday survival course for teens

Money scarce? Need a cheap and creative gift idea? Make it with DUCT TAPE! Join us for some fun craft ideas that you can create with just a bit of duct tape. Bring a roll of your favorite color or pattern and join in the fun! When? November 15 @5:30pm.

Watch for another trivia contest leading up to the release of the final Twilight movie, Breaking Dawn Part 2, on November 16, AND our 3rd Annual Winter Dreams Open-mic night in December. Go to http://yanewsmpl.blogspot.com/ for details about this and other cool stuff at MPL!

See YA @ Your Library!

Kath Ann Hendricks, Young Adult Librarian

Stress Less Yoga

On Saturday, November 10, at 10 am at the Marshall Public Library, local yoga student Natalie Echanis will teach easy yoga techniques that you can do anywhere to help lessen your stress during the holidays.

The holidays are the most stressful time of year for many of us. The stretching and breathing methods of yoga can help us to release that stress and relax our bodies and minds. Yoga techniques can be used as soon as stress arises, even while sitting in our offices at work or standing in line at the store, to help us release tension and regain our calm.

Echanis, a registered dietitian, graduated from the University of Idaho with a B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences. She has practiced yoga for five years and is working towards her NETA yoga certification. Echanis will teach easy yoga techniques to help you to relax and tap into your energy during the holidays. No special clothing or equipment is required, but please come prepared to stretch and move.

This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Amy at 232-1263 ext. 21.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Model Railroad Display

Marshall Public Library is proud to display the handiwork of Terry Bunn during the month of November.

Mr. Bunn, an avid model railroader, has turned his skills to making models of horse-drawn vehicles, specializing in covered wagons. The historical accuracy and museum-quality detail of his models has assured one an honored place in the Fort Hall Replica gift shop. Mr. Bunn’s handmade replicas feature moving parts such as working brakes. He even uses period blacksmithing methods to wrap metal around the wagon wheels.

Come see these exquisite models on display through November on the Reference floor of the Library!

Trent Clegg, Reference Librarian

Million Minute Family Challenge Update

It has been two months since Marshall Public Library and its patrons joined the nationwide challenge of 1 million minutes of game time before December 31. The challenge encourages families and friends to play non-electronic games together. As of date, we have logged in over 45,000 minutes!

On November 14, the library will have a game night from 6-8pm. People can play the games the library has or they can bring their own. The library will also have a game day marathon on December 29 from 10am-5pm. Bring your family and friends (and anyone else you can find) to play games, relax, and make a final push towards that one million minute mark.

Caralee Workman, Circulation Librarian

Free Web Design Class

Local web developer and recent graduate of BYU-Idaho Spencer Zarkou wants to enable learners around the community with web design skills.

On Monday, November 5, from 7-8:30pm at the Marshall Public Library, Spencer will start a 3-part web design course. The classes will cover basic HTML coding and CSS. If you’re not familiar with web design, these programming languages are the easiest to learn. Beginning web designers are welcome.

The classes will be on November 5, November 19, and November 26. These classes are free and open to the public. No registration is required. For more information, please email Spencer at InITDesigns@gmail.com or call Amy at 232-1263 ext. 21.

Healthy Holiday Eating

Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, and a different kind of pie every night of the week...the holidays are full of delicious foods. For those of us trying to eat healthily, the holiday food found at both home and office can offer a seemingly insurmountable temptation.

On Tuesday, November 13 at 7pm, the Marshall Public Library will host a program on healthy holiday eating. Audrey Liddil, a Family and Consumer Science education for the Bannock County Extension Office, will discuss maintaining good nutrition habits even in the midst of all the savory seasonal treats.

This program is free and open to the public. For more information, please call Amy at 232-1263 ext. 21.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Grieving During the Holidays

The holidays after the loss of a loved one can be an especially difficult time of year. Traditions and celebrations assume new meaning after a death, and those in mourning may be asking themselves if they want to celebrate or if they should even try to pretend like nothing has changed. Sadness from a loss years ago may also become fresh and painful again during the holidays.

On November 17 at 1pm at the Marshall Public Library, Roberta Wold and Dona Robinson, Licensed Social Workers, will address how to cope with grief during the holidays and special occasions. They will discuss the importance of communication, how to involve family members in the process of healing, and starting new traditions after the death of a loved one.

For more information on this program, please call Roberta Wold or Dona Robinson at Alliance Hospice at 478-6677 or Amy at 232-1263 ext. 21.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

It Came From the LIBRARY…Read for the FUN of IT!

This year we have three events to help celebrate Teen Read Week:

1. Monster Make-up Thursday, October 18, @5pm Learn a few tips just in time for Halloween. Bring your own makeup and we’ll provide the instruction.

2. Haunted Gingerbread Houses Thursday, October 25, @6pm Create your very own spoooooky house. We’ll provide the houses and some decorations. Teens may bring more to share.

3. Creature Creation Between now and October 28, create your very own creature in almost any way you want inspired by a character from a favorite book. Pick up an official entry form @ the YA Help Desk. Cool prizes for the first 15 entries!

Watch the YA BLOG http://yanewsmpl.blogspot.com/ for more details.

Kath Ann Hendricks, Young Adult Librarian

Crazy for Couponing?

Then come to Couponing 101!

Local coupon expert Sally O’Keef will teach beginning couponers at Pocatello’s Marshall Public Library how to get the most out of their hard-earned money.

On Tuesday, October 16, from 6-8pm, Sally will offer insight into her years of successful couponing. A stay-at-home mom who started couponing shortly after the birth of her first child, Sally used coupons to maintain her family’s standard of living after her husband returned to school. Years of practical couponing experience give Sally a unique perspective on how to use coupons properly and effectively and she will answer couponing questions that you may not even know to ask. For example, do you know how to pair Sunday coupons with sales to save even more money? Or how to use coupons to build up your food storage? And what the heck is a Blinky?

For more information on this free program, call Amy Campbell at the library at 232-1263 ext. 21. For more information on Sally O’Keef’s couponing classes, email her at statejournalsaver@gmail.com.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Learn Sixty Languages @Your Library

Your library is pleased to announce that it now offers Pronunciator!

This online language-learning system is free for all library patrons. With 60 of the world's most popular languages and ESL courses in 50 languages, the Pronunciator is focused on quickly building conversational skills through a combination of interactive online drills, scored quizzes, and downloadable audio lessons and phrasebooks.

Pronunciator offers five possible levels of instruction for each language. The lessons cover vocabulary, verbs, simple sentences, and conversation. One level, specifically for tourists and business travelers, teaches 1,500 essential phrases that cover everyday situations. Each course also has up to 350 hours of audio lessons which patrons can download to a portable device or burn to CD. Appropriate for children as well as adults, Pronunciator is designed to meet the language-learning needs of our entire community.

"We are delighted to add Pronunciator to the premium resources we offer our patrons," said Gaila Butikofer, Reference Department Supervisor. "There are many reasons a person learns a language -- for work, travel, school, or simply personal enrichment -- and Pronunciator has something for everyone."

Stop by Pocatello’s Marshall Public Library for an introduction to Pronunciator or access the program via the library website at www.marshallpl.org. For more information, contact the library’s Reference Department at 232-1263 ext. 21.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Novelist Training Kicks Off

Marshall Public Library’s Novelist training classes begin this month!

Come learn how to search the database to find information on your favorite series such as the publication order, find more books written by a certain author, and even find books that are similar to your favorite books and authors.

This half-hour class will be presented on October 17 at 7pm, October 23 at 10am, and October 29 at 4pm. To sign up, simply call the library at 232-1263 ext. 32.

Caralee Workman, Circulation Librarian

Million Minute Family Challenge Update

Last month, Marshall Public Library began the Million Minute Family Challenge for the second year in a row.

Help us meet our challenge by playing a non-electronic game with your family or friends. Afterwards, call us at 232-1263 ext. 32 and let us know your total minutes played so we can add it to our overall total.

So far we have already logged in 15,249 total minute. While this is not a contest, it is fun to know that the good people of the Pocatello community are ranked in first place overall nationwide for the most minutes played! Keep up the good work!

In an effort to meet our goal of 100,000 minutes by December 31, we will have a game night on October 17 from 6-8pm. You can bring your own game or use one of ours. Come join in the fun!

Caralee Workman, Circulation Librarian

Welcome, New Staffer Craig!

Hello, my name is Craig W. Korten. I was born October 24, 1969, in Omaha, Nebraska. I am the youngest of two, my brother being 14 months older. I attended school in a suburb of Omaha called Ralston. I graduated from Ralston High School in 1988. I worked various jobs growing up, from being a dishwasher in a buffet style restaurant to cooking chicken at KFC and working at an Ace Hardware store. I moved to Idaho in 1991 and soon was attending Idaho State University where I graduated with a degree in Machine Technology.

While in school I met the love of my life. Her name is Lupe. Pronounce it however you like. We wed soon after in August and started our family soon after with my oldest daughter Paige and then my youngest Pashence. Once again good luck on pronouncing her name but it sounds just like it looks. We chose her name because she was a scheduled c-section so we knew what day and time pretty much so we had to be patient for the day to arrive. I enjoy fishing and we spend a ton of time going to softball tournaments for my daughters as they both excel at the sport.

Craig Korten, Library Custodian

The Most Valuable Card You Own

What is the most valuable card in your wallet? What card gives you unlimited
power to join the Information Age? What is the smartest card you can own? The
answer to all three of these questions is: your Marshall Public Library card! Why is
your library card so powerful? It is the key to a vast world of printed and digital
knowledge and, after all, knowledge is power.

In addition to Marshall’s own extensive collection of printed media and access to
the collections of other libraries, we also provide access to many “members only”
online databases, including the Auto Repair Reference Center and Heritage Quest
Online. Our Idaho Archives is a treasure trove of rare books and other
publications with information on Idaho’s past and present, especially focusing on
Bannock County. The library also offers basic computer classes as well as other
workshop opportunities. Most importantly, the library comes with an expert staff
at your disposal, eager to help you power up your life as you develop new skills,
activate new life strategies, and even re-explore old interests.

September is National Library Card Sign-up month, and Marshall Public Library
would like to sign YOU up! If you are a resident of the City of Pocatello, you are
eligible for a library card. Please bring with you a valid photo ID and proof of
address such as a bill or other official document that has been mailed to you. If
you are NOT a Pocatello resident but have a card from another area library, you
can still access the power of Marshall. Please have ready your current library card
and a valid photo ID when you come see us at 113 S. Garfield in Old Town
Pocatello. Plug into the power of Marshall and energize your life!

Trent Clegg, Reference Librarian

Grant Proposal Workshop

Marshall Public Library and the Foundation Center present the workshop
Proposal Writing Basics. This free workshop will be held at Marshall Public
Library on September 6 from 1-2:30pm.

This workshop will be moderated by Scott Ullman, an employee of the Foundation
Center in San Francisco. Seating is limited so it is recommended that you register
at the library’s website at www.marshallpl.org. Call John at 232-1263 ext. 21 for
more information.

John Bickelhaupt, Reference Librarian

Million Minute Family Challenge

It’s time to get excited about playing games again! We are once again joining the
national Million Minute Family Challenge. Last year, we did a great job coming in
second place nationwide with a total of 80,469 minutes. This year we are setting
the lofty goal of reaching 100,000 minutes! To participate, simply come in to the
library and pick up a tally sheet to keep track of your minutes. You can also come
join us during game night each Wednesday from 6-8 pm.

Join us in our effort to reach one million minutes of family game time and create
lasting memories by spending quality time as a family.

Caralee Workman, Circulation Librarian

Friends Wanted

The Friends of the Marshall Public Library group is looking for a few good
volunteers for the October book sale. Volunteers assist in setting up tables of books
before the sale and in helping shoppers during the sale.

A non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing library services through fundraising,
the Friends of the Marshall Public Library has used funds from past book
sales for the purchase of the toddler computer stations, visits from authors, and
materials for book groups.

If you would like to know more about volunteering at the book sale or becoming a
member of the Friends of the Marshall Public Library, stop by the Circulation
Desk.

Happy Cats and Dogs

Caring for your pets means keeping them both healthy and happy. September is
Happy Cat Month and Responsible Dog Ownership Month, and Marshall Public
Library is honoring both with a special display of information, related books, and
collectibles.

Highlighting our celebration is a presentation by Alta Animal Hospital on
September 12 at 7 pm in the Kids Corner. The guest speaker will discuss pet
health issues and how to best take care of your pet so you both have happy lives.

For more information about Happy Cat Month, see the CATalyst Council’s
website at www.catalystcouncil.org. Responsible Dog Ownership Month is
sponsored by the American Kennel Club, and their information can be found at
www.akc.org/clubs/rdod/index.cfm.

Trent Clegg, Reference Librarian

Novelist Training Seminar

Marshall Public Library is now presenting classes designed to help patrons learn
more about the free databases offered through the library website. The first class
will focus on NoveList, a database that helps readers look for their next great book.

Come learn how to search the database to find information on your favorite series
such as the publication order, find more books written by a certain author, and
even find books that are similar to your favorite books and authors.

This half-hour class will be presented throughout October. To sign up, simply call
the library at 232-1263 ext. 32 and ask about scheduled times.

Caralee Workman, Circulation Librarian

Thirty Years of Reading Freedom

Free people read freely, and this year marks the thirtieth anniversary of libraries
celebrating this freedom.

Banned Books Week is September 30-October 6. Marshall Public Library will display a selection of banned books throughout September. Be sure to visit this display on the second floor to see what books have been banned or challenged (the titles may surprise you!) and to write a message about what our freedom to read means to you.

Celebrate your right to choose what to read and what to think by joining Marshall Public Library’s new book group that reads exclusively banned or challenged books. The group will meet at 7pm on the second Tuesday of each month starting on October 9. Our first book will be The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Pick up your copy at the Reference Desk on the second floor.

If you have any questions about the banned books book group, contact Amy at 232-1263 ext. 21.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Library Hosts Job Workshop Series

The library is hosting a free job workshop series in September and October.

Andy Guerra, Certified Career Development Facilitator and a retired Department of Labor Employment Consultant, will lead the class through the stages of job seeking. Guerra will cover topics like dealing with the stress and grief that may come from job rejection, recognizing and promoting your marketable job skills to increase your chances of being hired, finding support systems as you’re job seeking, and successfully navigating hostile coworkers and worksites once you find employment.

The workshop will start on Tuesday, September 18, at 7pm and continue every
Tuesday evening until October 23 (excluding October 9). This series is free but
registration is required. To register or for more information on the workshop,
please call Amy Campbell at the library at 232-1263 ext. 21.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Update Your Contact Information

Marshall Public Library is updating our notification system! By late fall, we
hope to have a new system in place that will allow patrons to receive hold and
overdue notifications via email or text message.

Please help make the transition smooth by updating your phone and email
addresses now. There are forms available at the Circulation Desk for you to
complete and turn in. If you would like to check what the library currently has
on record, access your library account at www.marshallpl.org.

Jamie Bair, Circulation Supervisor

Dr. John Kallas, author of Edible Wild Plants – Foods from Dirt to Plate, will be at Marshall Public Library on Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7 pm to discuss how to identify, harvest, prepare and enjoy nutritious, delicious and abundant edible wild plants. Dr. Kallas’s presentation is a sampling of his book which makes wild foods understandable and accessible, revealing how easy it is to incorporate them into everyday modern life. Dr. Kallas is a trained botanist with a doctorate in nutrition, has investigated edible wild plants since 1970 and taught about them since 1978. He founded Wild Food Adventures in 1993 and was the primary writer and editor of the Wild Food Adventurer newsletter. A question/answer period and book signing will follow the presentation. For more information about Dr. Kallas, his book, or Wild Food Adventures visit www.wildfoodadventures.com.

Celebrate National Library Week @Your Library

National Library Week is April 8-10. The 2012 theme is “You Belong @ Your Library.” Whether you come for Internet access, research, storytime, or to check out a great book, Marshall Public Library is your one-stop-shop for entertainment! To celebrate National Library week, Marshall Public Library is hosting a variety of events on Tuesday, April 10, from 4-6pm.

For children, join in on a treasure hunt in the children’s area. Have you seen little Hobb’s hole? What about the brand-new baby fish? Use your thinking skills to meander all over the area and explore some of the exciting and interesting parts of the children’s area. You may even catch a glimpse of Hogwarts through the Harry Potter room. Come and discover some of our hidden treasures!

For adults, participate in a round of Geek Trivia: Library Edition. This popular trivia contest is being presented at the library for one night only! Expect questions on literature as well as television, movies, video games, and other aspects of popular culture. Participate as a team or solo to win a prize and learn something new. Also make sure to explore Marshall Public Library’s Reference Department (where you can find the answers to many trivia questions) and Find Your Family @ the Library with Marshall Public Library’s walk through genealogical resources.

Teens will enjoy a poetry scavenger hunt that will include both real and virtual elements with the opportunity to win treats and prizes. All attendees can commemorate a fun evening at the library with a make-and-take craft project and refreshments!

Jamie Bair, Circulation Supervisor

Celebrate Poetry @ Your Library

In celebration of National Poetry Month, the Marshall Public Library is hosting its twelfth annual Poetry Wall. The wall, on the second floor by the Reference Desk, displays poetry from local poets. If you would like to add your poem to the wall in April, just drop off a copy at the Reference Desk.

The celebration continues throughout April with Poetry Bombs, an activity especially for teens. Poetry Bombs, or Random Acts of Poetry, occur when the teens select a favorite verse, stanza, or phrase and post it randomly in places such as their own or their friends’ Facebook and Twitter accounts. For more details, watch the YA blog or speak with Kath Ann at the YA Desk or Amy at the Reference Desk.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Titanic Display Commemorates Anniversary

On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic sank in the North Atlantic Ocean after colliding with an iceberg. An estimated 1,517 people perished, and the public’s fascination was forever caught by the tragic event.

This year marks the 100-year anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking. To commemorate the date, the library has a display of items reminiscent of and connected to the event. Books on the Titanic and the legends and controversy surrounding it are also on display and available to be checked out. Visit our display and check out books on what is perhaps the most famous sea tragedy ever.

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Sweet Adelines Bring Music to the Library

Music comes to the library with a choral performance by Sweet Adelines!

From 2 until 4 on the afternoon of Saturday, April 21, Sweet Adelines will host an open house full of music for everyone. The group sings four-part a capella barbershop harmony, and they will both perform and teach the audience to sing four-part rounds with them.

Sweet Adelines is an international organization for ladies who love to sing and perform. Any woman age twelve or older is invited to join and learn about music as well as gain invaluable performance skills.

Drop by the library on April 21 and enjoy a beautiful afternoon of books and music!

Amy Campbell, Reference Librarian

Rocky Mountain Writers Festival

Celebrate spring with live readings at the 22nd annual Rocky Mountain Writers Festival. The readings are at 7 pm every evening and are at the following coffee shops and cafes:

Tues April 3 Coho Coffee House
900 South fourth

Weds April 4 Portneuf Valley Brewery
615 South First

Thurs April 5 College Market
604 South Eighth

Fri April 6 Main Street Coffee
234 North Main

Sat April 7 Cafe Rowan
200 South Main

For more information on the festival and local writers, go to http://pocatelloreadings.blogspot.com/

New Collection and New Contest for Adults!

In February, the library introduced a brand new collection of graphic novels
for adults. Graphic novels are books told in pictures or sequential art.
Generally, a page in a graphic novel is made up of multiple illustrations set
in panels with text. The flexibility of this format opens the doors to endless
storytelling possibilities.
In celebration of this new collection, the library is hosting a trivia contest at
the College Market (604 S. 8th) on the second Saturday of each month. Our
next contest is on Saturday, March 10, at 2:30 pm. Join us for a fun game of
trivia based on subjects considered geeky: sci-fi, fantasy, science, literature,
history, video games, math, pop culture and others. You can visit the
Marshall Public Library Facebook page for some warm-up questions. Prizes
will be awarded!
Jamie Bair, Circulation Supervisor