All CMRLS Libraries will be closed
Monday, September 3, for
Labor Day.
The Libraries will open
regular hours beginning
Tuesday, September 4.
Have a safe and happy
Labor Day!
Friday, August 31
Thursday, August 30
Are you waiting to read The Quickie, by James Patterson?
The Quickie*, by James Patterson, is very much in demand at the moment. If you are looking for something to read while you wait, try these great authors...
- John Sanford
- Greg Iles
- Ridley Pearson
- Jeffery Deaver
and these titles...
- Harlan Coban - Tell No One
- Douglas Kennedy - The Big Picture
- Joseph Garber - Vertical Run
- Dan Greenburg - The Exes
- Matthew Hall - The Art of Breaking Glass
- Tess Gerritsen - The Apprentice
- Lisa Gardner - The Next Accident
- Lee Child - The Hard Way
Look at NextReads for the Thrillers and Suspense book lists. Just sign up with your email address and we will email you a monthly list of titles just like these; or you can read the lists online!
Wednesday, August 29
A Day to Remember
It's been two years, today. A somber memory, with personal losses or our knowledge of someone else's loss. And, just like the question, "Where were you when President Kennedy was shot?" the question, "Where were you when Katrina hit?" will be repeated many times over our lifetime.
The papers and news segments today will consist of Hurricane Katrina, the devistation, and where we are today. If you would like to read through some of the reports, look at the pictures or read fiction based on that day, check out Hurricane Katrina from the CMRLS library shelves.
The libraries also have materials that may help with life changing events, depression, and healing. NextReads, the libraries' email book lists, has categories on "Spirituality & Religion" and "Mind & Body Fitness" that may help someone still going through traumatic times. Both of these lists, and all other categories, may also be read online. And, as always, if you can't find what you are looking for...ask a librarian!
The papers and news segments today will consist of Hurricane Katrina, the devistation, and where we are today. If you would like to read through some of the reports, look at the pictures or read fiction based on that day, check out Hurricane Katrina from the CMRLS library shelves.
The libraries also have materials that may help with life changing events, depression, and healing. NextReads, the libraries' email book lists, has categories on "Spirituality & Religion" and "Mind & Body Fitness" that may help someone still going through traumatic times. Both of these lists, and all other categories, may also be read online. And, as always, if you can't find what you are looking for...ask a librarian!
Tuesday, August 28
Looking for a good book?
Are you looking for a good book? CMRLS will send you a NextReads email with at least 10 titles in the category you chose. Even if you don't want to receive a monthly email, you can to the NextReads site and view the current lists! Click here if you would like to see all the past lists!
NextReads is a GREAT service for adults, young adults, and kids. There is even a picture book list! Where else can you find ready-made lists of titles with a link to the CMRLS catalog so that you can go ahead and request the book while you are reading about it? Still can't find a book you want to read? Ask your library staff to suggest a title. Just tell the staff member what you have read that you liked and what you have read that you didn't like. We will find your next favorite book for you!
Remember, if you can't find a good book, ask your library staff for help or visit NextReads.
NextReads is a GREAT service for adults, young adults, and kids. There is even a picture book list! Where else can you find ready-made lists of titles with a link to the CMRLS catalog so that you can go ahead and request the book while you are reading about it? Still can't find a book you want to read? Ask your library staff to suggest a title. Just tell the staff member what you have read that you liked and what you have read that you didn't like. We will find your next favorite book for you!
Remember, if you can't find a good book, ask your library staff for help or visit NextReads.
Wednesday, August 1
Today in History
August 1, 1831
London Bridge Opens!
Of course it wasn't the first one, and everyone knows something about the earlier one..."London Bridge is falling down, falling down, falling down..."
August is also Back to School Month, Black Business Month, Cataract Awareness Month, Family Meal Month, Get Ready for Kindergarten Month, and National Inventor's Month.
London Bridge Opens!
Of course it wasn't the first one, and everyone knows something about the earlier one..."London Bridge is falling down, falling down, falling down..."
August is also Back to School Month, Black Business Month, Cataract Awareness Month, Family Meal Month, Get Ready for Kindergarten Month, and National Inventor's Month.
Friday, July 27
Time for School!
Your Library has a great tool to add to your school supply list, a FREE library card. Anyone living, working, or attending school in Rankin, Scott, Simpson, or Smith counties is eligible for a card. A library card can benefit the youngest student just starting, the high school senior planning her future, or the life-long learner as he seeks career changes. And, not only can you find this in your library, but the library's website has many resources you may use at home or the office. http://www.cmrls.lib.ms.us
MAGNOLIA - Full text databases; magazines, journals, newspapers, and reference materials. There are search engines geared to age levels to make homework help easy. Searchasaurus for the elementary student; Kids Search for the middle school student; and Student Research Center for high school student. Each database can be searched alone for the researcher with specific interest, such as the Consumer Health Complete or the Business Interface. Ask at your library for the MAGNOLIA access code.
Auto Repair Reference Center - 26,000 Domestic and Imported vehicles from 1945 to present, 70,000 technical service bulletins & recalls, wiring diagrams, factory drawings, step-by-step photos, specifications & maintenance schedules, and MORE!- Contact your Library for the access code.
Electronic Reference Books - Full text reference books (with pictures) on history, biographies, literature, countries, animals, and science for middle and high school students. Contact your Library for the access code.
Heritage Quest - Genealogy databases. Enter your Library Card barcode to access this database.
Learn-A-Test - Practice for ACT, SAT, GED, and so much more. This now includes self-paced computer tutorials; learn to master Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more! Contact your Library to create an account.
Rosie's Web/Online Catalog - This is the libraries' online catalog. You may search for audio, video, and books; make requests and have your items delivered to your local library for pick-up, and check your patron account...at any time of the day, from any computer!
Quick Reference - This is a collection of hand-picked reference websites, sorted by subject, to help with quick answers. It's a great "first stop" for homework help, general questions, and even NEWS.
Web Resource Library - This is even a bigger collection of hand-picked websites, sorted in Dewey Decimal order, just like the library book shelves. Find reputable websites for most any subject you are interested in.
Online Book Clubs - Want help finding something good to read? Have a chapter a day sent to your email address. Read the selection through the week and if you want to finish reading the book, just check with your library.
NextReads - Still want help finding something good to read? Have a list of books sent to your email address on subjects or genres that you like to read. Each entry contains a picture of the front cover (sometimes you really can tell alot about a book by it's cover!), a short blurb about the book and a link to Rosie's Web so you can request the book be sent to your library for pick-up. All from your email!
Early Email Notification - Another GREAT email service...tell the staff at your library that you want to register your email address for Early Email Notification. That's all it takes! We will send you an email three days before your library items are due. You can even have your child's items emailed to your email address!
CMRLS Tool Bar - Download this to have library links placed right on your browser page. It's a direct link to Rosie's Web/Online Catalog, Quick Reference, news, and weather! Your information is not stored anywhere and there is no SPAM sent to your email address.
Email Reference - If you can't get to the library for homework help or help with a question, email us! There is a short form to fill out, and Monday-Thursday, 10-8, Friday 10-5, and Saturday, 10-4 we will help you with your questions.
It's time for school, do you have your library card?
MAGNOLIA - Full text databases; magazines, journals, newspapers, and reference materials. There are search engines geared to age levels to make homework help easy. Searchasaurus for the elementary student; Kids Search for the middle school student; and Student Research Center for high school student. Each database can be searched alone for the researcher with specific interest, such as the Consumer Health Complete or the Business Interface. Ask at your library for the MAGNOLIA access code.
Auto Repair Reference Center - 26,000 Domestic and Imported vehicles from 1945 to present, 70,000 technical service bulletins & recalls, wiring diagrams, factory drawings, step-by-step photos, specifications & maintenance schedules, and MORE!- Contact your Library for the access code.
Electronic Reference Books - Full text reference books (with pictures) on history, biographies, literature, countries, animals, and science for middle and high school students. Contact your Library for the access code.
Heritage Quest - Genealogy databases. Enter your Library Card barcode to access this database.
Learn-A-Test - Practice for ACT, SAT, GED, and so much more. This now includes self-paced computer tutorials; learn to master Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more! Contact your Library to create an account.
Rosie's Web/Online Catalog - This is the libraries' online catalog. You may search for audio, video, and books; make requests and have your items delivered to your local library for pick-up, and check your patron account...at any time of the day, from any computer!
Quick Reference - This is a collection of hand-picked reference websites, sorted by subject, to help with quick answers. It's a great "first stop" for homework help, general questions, and even NEWS.
Web Resource Library - This is even a bigger collection of hand-picked websites, sorted in Dewey Decimal order, just like the library book shelves. Find reputable websites for most any subject you are interested in.
Online Book Clubs - Want help finding something good to read? Have a chapter a day sent to your email address. Read the selection through the week and if you want to finish reading the book, just check with your library.
NextReads - Still want help finding something good to read? Have a list of books sent to your email address on subjects or genres that you like to read. Each entry contains a picture of the front cover (sometimes you really can tell alot about a book by it's cover!), a short blurb about the book and a link to Rosie's Web so you can request the book be sent to your library for pick-up. All from your email!
Early Email Notification - Another GREAT email service...tell the staff at your library that you want to register your email address for Early Email Notification. That's all it takes! We will send you an email three days before your library items are due. You can even have your child's items emailed to your email address!
CMRLS Tool Bar - Download this to have library links placed right on your browser page. It's a direct link to Rosie's Web/Online Catalog, Quick Reference, news, and weather! Your information is not stored anywhere and there is no SPAM sent to your email address.
Email Reference - If you can't get to the library for homework help or help with a question, email us! There is a short form to fill out, and Monday-Thursday, 10-8, Friday 10-5, and Saturday, 10-4 we will help you with your questions.
It's time for school, do you have your library card?
Wednesday, June 27
Thank You Rouse Elementary Venture Students!
For the last couple of years the 2nd grade Venture class of Rouse Elementary School in Brandon has helped the 21 CMRLS libraries decorate for Summer Reading. Please take a look at these great kids and their hard work. Thank you, students! Teacher: Janet Paczak(also a member of the CMRLS Puppet Team.)
Summer FUN!
Summer Reading 2007 is up and running! Check out the pictures of the fun on the libraries' Flickr pages, the programs remaining, and ALL the cool websites, book lists, and pictures to color. Continue to fun ALL summer, READ!
Monday, June 25
July is around the corner!
All CMRLS libraries will be closed
Wednesday, July 4,
and will re-open for
regular business hours on July 5.
Happy 4th of July!
With that said, there are alot of things to celebrate during the month of July! It's Family Reunion Month, National Baked Bean, Blueberries, Grilling, Horseradish, and Hot Dog Month, also! It sounds an awful lot like a picnic, doesn't it? Here are 6 great recipe books for just that!
If you have children home for the summer, you've probably heard, "I'm bored," at least once. Help pass the month of July (also Anti-Boredom Month) with crafts, reading, or outdoor games.
And, there are at least 2 more Summer Reading Programs at your local library. You'll want to check out the CMRLS calendar for dates, times, and locations.
Don't forget about the Auto Repair Reference Center (ARRC) when you are planning a car trip. Give your car that needed check up and have a safe trip. Have your library card in hand and give your library a call. They will be glad to answer your questions and give you the code to access this valuable resource.
Have a safe and HAPPY 4th of July!
Monday, May 28
Happy Memorial Day!
Whether you are one of the "greatest generation" or your contemporaries are fighting in Iraq, Memorial Day is a time to honor those that have and do "protect and serve;" giving us the America we enjoy today.
From USA.gov there is information from Barbecue Food Safety to Patriotic Melodies. You'll also find Recipes and the Origins of Memorial Day. Remember.gov and USMemorialDay.org are also great sites, even finding past Memorial Day speeches.
Happy Memorial Day from CMRLS!
From USA.gov there is information from Barbecue Food Safety to Patriotic Melodies. You'll also find Recipes and the Origins of Memorial Day. Remember.gov and USMemorialDay.org are also great sites, even finding past Memorial Day speeches.
Happy Memorial Day from CMRLS!
Tuesday, May 15
May is...Older Americans Month
From the U.S. Census:
36.3 million - The number of seniors who were age 65 and older in the U.S. on July 1, 2004.
5 million - Number of seniors age 65 and older who have jobs.
4.9 million - The number of seniors in the U.S. who were 85 and older on July 1, 2004.
67,473 - The estimated number of centenarians (people age 100 or older) in the U.S. on Nov. 1, 2005.
72 - The number of men age 65 and older for ever 100 women in the same age group.
45 - The number of men age 85 and over per 100 women in the same age group.
40 percent - Percentage of seniors 65 and older who have a computer at home.
25 percent - Percentage of seniors 65 and older who use the Internet.
Whether you are on the brink of being a senior yourself, or caring for your aged parents; there are many titles @ your library to help you. Here are just a few.
The art of aging: A doctor's prescription for well-being, by Sherwin B. Nuland
The truth about abuse, by John Haley
Remodeling for easy access living, by Rick Peters
Healthy aging: A lifelong guide to your physical and spiritual well-being, by Andrew Weil
How to live to be 100--or more: The ultimate diet, sex, and excercise book, by George Burns
Eldercare 911, by Susan Beerman & Judith Rappaport-Musson
Elder care: What to look for, what to look out for, by Thomas M. Cassidy
Visits: Caring for an aging parent, by Lee Ann Chearny
The older the fiddle, the better the tune: The joys of reaching a certain age, by Willard Scott
The American Geriatrics Society's complete guide to aging and health, by Mark E. Williams
Computers for seniors (DVD)
Intermediate computers for seniors (DVD)
36.3 million - The number of seniors who were age 65 and older in the U.S. on July 1, 2004.
5 million - Number of seniors age 65 and older who have jobs.
4.9 million - The number of seniors in the U.S. who were 85 and older on July 1, 2004.
67,473 - The estimated number of centenarians (people age 100 or older) in the U.S. on Nov. 1, 2005.
72 - The number of men age 65 and older for ever 100 women in the same age group.
45 - The number of men age 85 and over per 100 women in the same age group.
40 percent - Percentage of seniors 65 and older who have a computer at home.
25 percent - Percentage of seniors 65 and older who use the Internet.
Whether you are on the brink of being a senior yourself, or caring for your aged parents; there are many titles @ your library to help you. Here are just a few.
The art of aging: A doctor's prescription for well-being, by Sherwin B. Nuland
The truth about abuse, by John Haley
Remodeling for easy access living, by Rick Peters
Healthy aging: A lifelong guide to your physical and spiritual well-being, by Andrew Weil
How to live to be 100--or more: The ultimate diet, sex, and excercise book, by George Burns
Eldercare 911, by Susan Beerman & Judith Rappaport-Musson
Elder care: What to look for, what to look out for, by Thomas M. Cassidy
Visits: Caring for an aging parent, by Lee Ann Chearny
The older the fiddle, the better the tune: The joys of reaching a certain age, by Willard Scott
The American Geriatrics Society's complete guide to aging and health, by Mark E. Williams
Computers for seniors (DVD)
Intermediate computers for seniors (DVD)
Thursday, May 10
Top 25 Titles in Libraries Across the Nation
According to OCLC* (Online Computer Library Center) in 2005 the top 25 titles found in libraries across the nation are:
*Founded in 1967, OCLC is a nonprofit, membership, computer library service and research organization dedicated to the public purposes of furthering access to the world's information and reducing information costs. More than 57,000 libraries in 112 countries and territories around the world use OCLC services to locate, acquire, catalog, lend and preserve library materials.
- Bible
- U.S. Census
- Mother Goose
- Divine Comedy, Dante Alighieri
- Odyssey, Homer
- Iliad, Homer
- Huckleberry Finn, Mark Twain
- Lord of the Rings (trilogy), J.R.R.Tolkien
- Hamlet, William Shakespeare
- Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll
- Don Quixote, Miguel de Cervantes
- Beowulf
- Koran
- Night before Christmas, Clement Clarke Moore
- Garfield, Jim Davis
- Tom Sawyer, Mark Twain
- Aesop's Fables
- Arabian Nights
- Macbeth, William Shakespeare
- Gulliver's Travels, Jonathan Swift
- Robinson Crusoe, Daniel Defoe
- Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare
- Bhagavadgita
- Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens
- Canterbury Tales, Geoffrey Chaucer
Would these be in your top 25? Can you believe Garfield is #15? All of these can be found in a CMRLS library near you!
*Founded in 1967, OCLC is a nonprofit, membership, computer library service and research organization dedicated to the public purposes of furthering access to the world's information and reducing information costs. More than 57,000 libraries in 112 countries and territories around the world use OCLC services to locate, acquire, catalog, lend and preserve library materials.
Friday, April 27
Libraries CLOSED
All CMRLS libraries will be closed
Monday, April 30
for the
state holiday.
Branches will open regular hours
Tuesday, May 1.
Material may renewed,
accounts may be checked
by calling TeleCirc
or by visiting the
Friday, April 6
Drop Everything And Read!
April 12th is D.E.A.R. Day! Drop Everything And Read Day! It is also the birthday of Beverly Cleary, the author that has given us Ramona Quimby, Age 8 and The Mouse and the Motorcycle (and so many more, those are just my favorites.)
So, on April 12th, celebrate D.E.A.R. Day; and, if you can't find anything you want to read stop by the library and ask the Librarian for help!
Wednesday, April 4
Get Ready for Summer Reading!
Get ready for summer FUN!
Watch for registration
for a summer
FULL of FUN
@ your library!
Artwork by Mark Teague
Wednesday, February 28
Election Information
Do you know all you would like to know about the Presidential candidates? State politics? Do you feel like you could make an informed decision today? Follow these links to information regarding parties, candidates, legislation, and more.
Internet Public Library - election information links
The Presidential Field by the Washington Post
Election Guide - world-wide information
Magnolia Report - Mississippi politics
Internet Public Library - election information links
The Presidential Field by the Washington Post
Election Guide - world-wide information
Magnolia Report - Mississippi politics
Thursday, February 22
Once Upon a Time Day
Saturday, February 24, is Once Upon a Time Day! Celebrate this day, commemorating The Brothers Grimm (Jacob and Wilhelm) and their stories, by checking out the many books and videos/DVDs available @ your library. Whether it is a true rendition of one of the Grimm fables or a modern version showcasing Barbie as the princess, your bound to have lots of fun family time.
Homeschoolers Circle
Do you homeschool in the Scott County area? Visit the Morton Public Library for Homeschoolers Circle! Programs scheduled are Science is Fun - Feb. 27 & Mar. 27; Newspapers in Education - Mar. 6; and Let's Make a Kite on Mar. 19. These programs start at 10:30 a.m. and are packed with fun. For more information, call Morton Public Library at 732-6288.
Tuesday, February 13
Happy Valentine's Day
Check-out the numbers about LOVE and Valentine's Day...
25.7 pounds - Per capita consumption of candy by Americans in 2005.
34 - Number of single men (i.e., never married, widowed or divorced) age 65 or older for every 100 single women of the same ages.
2.2 million - The number of marriages that take place in the United States annually. That breaks down to more than 6,000 a day.
Find more information just like this at the U.S. Census Bureau.
And, from the Librarian's Internet Index...
History of Valentine's Day
Making Valentines - shows the evolution of the Valentine's Day card
Valentine's Day: Love and Romance throught the Ages
Simple Pop-up Cards to Make
I Love You in Many Languages
Lace Paper Valentines
Everything Valentines
And, remember YOUR heart...
American Heart Association
Prevent Heart Disease from MedlinePLUS
Heart Health from WebMD
All about the Heart from Kids Health
Happy Valentine's Day from CMRLS!
25.7 pounds - Per capita consumption of candy by Americans in 2005.
34 - Number of single men (i.e., never married, widowed or divorced) age 65 or older for every 100 single women of the same ages.
2.2 million - The number of marriages that take place in the United States annually. That breaks down to more than 6,000 a day.
Find more information just like this at the U.S. Census Bureau.
And, from the Librarian's Internet Index...
History of Valentine's Day
Making Valentines - shows the evolution of the Valentine's Day card
Valentine's Day: Love and Romance throught the Ages
Simple Pop-up Cards to Make
I Love You in Many Languages
Lace Paper Valentines
Everything Valentines
And, remember YOUR heart...
American Heart Association
Prevent Heart Disease from MedlinePLUS
Heart Health from WebMD
All about the Heart from Kids Health
Happy Valentine's Day from CMRLS!
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