Collier County Public Library Newsletter

October 2018 Volume 1, Issue 2

NOTES FROM THE STACKS

The Collier County Public Library just finished off our best summer to date . . . and happily without any interruptions by Mother Nature!

The Library collaborated with our Parks & Recreation Division to bring the Library’s Summer Reading Program to five summer camp locations throughout Collier County. Not to be outdone, the Marco Island Museum’s summer camp also participated!

These partnerships helped boost summer reading participation, while simultaneously addressing the dreaded “summer slide,” a term used to refer to students’ loss of academic knowledge during the summer months. Current research shows that reading four or more books can stop the summer slide.

So how many books did our 300 participating campers read? 3,353 books! At an average of over 10 books per camper, these students started school ahead of their peers. Outstanding job!

Summer may have officially come to a close, but our Youth & Teen Services staff are hard at work for next summer’s plan to expand our partnerships.

More Opportunities + More Students Reading = Greater Reading Gains!

Tanya Williams
Library Director

Get ready for the spookiest book sale you’ve ever seen, taking place at the Naples Regional Library from October 24-27. If you can brave the ghosts and goblins, there are surely deals to be found among the twists and turns of the Rees Auditorium. Come and get them before they flee from fear. Friends of the Library get the first chance at the books at the special preview night from 5-7 PM on Wednesday, October 24. Regular hours for the event are 9 AM to 5 PM on Thursday, October 25 through Saturday, October 27. Be there, or be scared!

Naples Regional is not the only library with Halloween programming. Check out the programming brochure for more. Don’t forget to check out the family-friendly Haunted Hallway at the Headquarters Library, complete with a special treat at the end of the tour!

TEEN READ WEEK

The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) established a national initiative in 1988 to encourage teens to read and to explore different literary genres. Since then it is held annually in October by schools and public libraries.

The theme for 2018 is “It’s written in the Stars…READ!” To promote this year’s theme, various locations have created programs and displays highlighting Teen Read Week beginning October 7^th through the 13^th. We encourage our young patrons to explore our programs and to browse through our diverse reading list.

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: HOOPLA

Looking for a Spooktacular new resource to use? Collier County Public Library has got just the one! Hoopla is a digital resource that has a little bit for everyone. EBooks, Audiobooks, Television, Movies, Music, and more are all available through any smart device. Take it anywhere on your phone or tablet, or enjoy it with your Television or Computer.

With twenty downloads available per month, the best part about this resource is no waiting in line, or placing a hold for an item. See something you like? Download it immediately and enjoy for free! Whether you’re getting into the Halloween spirit with a movie marathon or just need a way to stream your favorite album in the car, this resource is for you!

COLLECTION CORNER

Spooktacular Halloween Collection for Fun Family Movie Nights
Just in time for Halloween, we have added a plethora of family-friendly titles to the DVD collection for family viewing with your little guy and gal goblins.

To see what is available, go to collierlibrary.org and simply look under “New Arrivals & On Order” on our website and hit the orange button for “See All DVD & BluRay”.

You can also search by Keyword search (use: Halloween) and change the drop-down box to “Movies”.

UPCOMING BOOK DISCUSSIONS

Mystery Book Club – Thursday, October 4, 2 PM – Headquarters Regional Library

A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership – Monday, October 9, 2 PM – Headquarters Regional Library

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee AND The Help by Kathryn Stockett – Wednesday, October 17, 2 PM – South Regional Library

The Female Persuasion by Meg Wolitzer – Monday, October 22, 10 AM – East Naples Branch Library

Afterthoughts Book Discussion – The Female Persuasion by Meg Wolitzer – Monday, October 22, 3 PM – Estates Branch Library

Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng – Thursday, October 25, 2 PM – Golden Gate Branch Library

Naples Library Book Club - Frankenstein by Mary Shelley – Wednesday, October 31, 5:30 PM – Naples Regional Library

Copyright © 2018 Collier County Public Library, All rights reserved.

2385 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples, FL 34109
239.593.0334
collierlibrary.org

Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

This email was sent to <<Email Address>>
why did I get this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences
Collier County Public Library · 2385 Orange Blossom Drive · Naples, Fl 34109 · USA