Who says librarians can't have a good time! We are some of the zaniest people around. Just watch us in our element when we gather together in a parade. I'm talking about the Gladfest Parade that was on Saturday, October 2.
We made people smile, handed out candy, strutted our stuff, and had a good time. If you missed us this year, be sure to catch us next year.
Have you found the huge selection of databases available on the MCPL website? There are wonderful resources right at your fingertips. From the Homepage, click on Kids at the top. On the left side of the screen, you will see Teachers. Click on this, and then click Web Resources: Teaching Resources. You will find excellent resources on this page. Be sure to click Home Schooling at the top of the page for additional resources specifically for homeschoolers!
"Since moving out West, I have found the Mid-Continent Public Libraries indispensable. From Wendell Berry to Ray Bradbury, MCPL offers a great collection of reading, film, and even music; I can get my heavy metal fix one day, and check out the latest Gospel CD releases the next. Not to mention, some of the friendliest librarians to help you with your research. I’d be hard pressed to enjoy life as much as I do without the MCP Libraries around."
Steer wrestling, barrel racing, bull riding, livestock shows, and barbeque are all part of the 2010 season of The American Royal -- happening from September through November at the Kemper Arena. People of all ages and backgrounds come to enjoy the sights, sounds, and even the smells of western life. Animal lovers, cowboys and cowgirls, and the most ardent city-slickers are attracted to the excitement, competition, and fun that happens at the American Royal.
What is your favorite genre of book? Come and be a part of our Teen Book Club. Read one book per month, and then come and join us for lively discussions. Refreshments served. For November, we are reading:
I love cooking, except when I'm tired, out of ideas, or frankly, cranky. I never not like eating, so I often browse the cookbooks that promise ease and speedy preparation, married with great taste.
Platte County Was Not Part Of Missouri In 1821 When the State Joined the Union
Platte County is part of the Platte Purchase which added the northwest section to Missouri in 1836. It was one of the last official acts of William Clark before his death. The signing of the treaties that allowed settlers to start coming into the area was held at Fort Leavenworth.
It is an adventure everytime I go to one of our local daycare facilities to present a storytime for the preschoolers. Every group of children is unique, a wonderful yet challenging reality. They love the rhymes, finger plays, songs, coloring sheets, and the many picture books, pop-up books, and lift-the-flap books that I get to share with them. Successful storytimes play a crucial part in making MCPL compelling; and MCPL has an amazing collection of resources for planning winning storytimes that will engage, entertain, and educate young readers.
A sea of red welcomed a very special visitor to the Grandview Branch a couple weeks ago. We were pleased to host an appearance by Dan Meers, known better to most people as his alter-ego, KC Wolf.
