Episodes
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Episode 323 - A Poem on Stress
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2 days ago
Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? And how about this: did you know that April is also National Stress Awareness Month? Perhaps you can eliminate your stress by reading a lovely poem. Nicole has some tips on where to find books on poetry at the library, and Sara has some tips on how to reduce stress. All around, it's a win-win of an episode!
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Episode 322 - Skin Care and Alligators?!
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
This week's show is very diverse in subject matter. On one hand, we have Nicole here to chat about the importance of understanding skin care for young people, and the dangerous trend of pushing certain products where they are not needed. On the other hand, Sara just got back from Gatorland in Orlando, and she can't wait to tell you all about alligators... There's something for everyone on the podcast and at the library!
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Episode 321 - Not Necessarily Musicals
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
This week, Sara and Nicole share a list of age-appropriate movies for kids and adults that revolve around music...and not necessarily musicals. Spend some time with us and find out what you might like to watch, and then come down to the library and take one out today.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Episode 320 - This Week in History : Selma March + Polio Vaccine
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
We're pleased to welcome back Jim Ward to the podcast for another This Week in History! Join us as he discusses such events as the Selma March, the Triangle Shirtwaist Company Fire, Three Mile Island, and Jonas Salk's vaccine breakthrough. Are you interested in history? You should check out our History Bites series here: https://tinyurl.com/mcpl-historybites.
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Episode 319 - The Great Solar Eclipse of 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Our neighborhood will see a near total solar eclipse next month! Sara and Nicole chat about books and activities you can check out to get you ready for the big day. The eclipse will take place between 2pm-4pm on Monday, April 8th.
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Episode 318 - Media Literacy
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Join us for an important and informative discussion on the importance of Media Literacy and how to research and protect yourself in the growing world of AI, Deep Fakes, and Fake Audio.
Then test your Media Literacy skills here : https://www.aclib.us/blog/test-your-media-literacy-skills or here: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/01/19/technology/artificial-intelligence-image-generators-faces-quiz.html
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Episode 317 - National Parks + Celebrate Reading Month
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Sara wants to visit as many national parks as possible...and we have some here in New York State. Find out about the history of the National Park System and the different types. Did you know that March is National Reading Month? Nicole is here with some tips on how to celebrate.
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Episode 316 - Great Audiobooks in 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Did you know that we still have space in some of our great kids programs happening in March at the library? Nicole has a sample of ones you might want to get the kiddos to join. Plus Sara has a list of audiobooks that you might want to check out today using one of our fabulous digital services such as Libby or Hoopla!
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Episode 315 - Romance is STILL in the air
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Even though Valentine's Day has come and gone, Nicole has some great romantic books to check out for teens and adults. Plus Sara let's us know what's coming up with March's new DVD releases.
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Episode 314 - Warm up with some New Books
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
We are celebrating six years of the podcast! Thank you for all who watch and listen to us every week. This week, Sara and Nicole have a nice list of some new (and rated best) books that you might want to check out and read on a cold winter's night...