Beyond the pages at the Lincoln Public Library

Summer pictures

2009-07-16T13:34:00.003-04:00

Hi
we've posted some recent pictures of our summer programs here at the library. We have tons of pictures, but due to privacy issues we only post pictures of performers and staff members. SO if you want to check to see if there are any pictures of you stop by the kids department and the staff will help you. Hope everyone is having a fun summer, please don't forget to stop in and see what's going on here, we have events almost every day throughout the month of July. So blast off for a fun summer

Summer Time?

2009-06-18T14:49:00.000-04:00

Hard to believe that summer is right around the corner (officially anyway, looking out on cold gray skies today so I have my doubts...). Does anyone have any good summer reading suggestions? I'm always looking for new authors and I'm sure other people are too. Just post a note with the title/author and I'm sure other readers will appreciate the suggestions.

Web page

2009-06-11T18:44:00.001-04:00

Hi
the library is starting to enter all the exciting programs that we're going to offer this summer (for both adults and children). We have a great summer reading theme this year, Blast off!. We're going to have lots and lots of space themed activities for kids. Also this year check out the newest addition to our home page -- a page just for middle & high schoolers. We also have an exciting summer of Mystery Mondays as well as a special family activity. So don't forget to follow the link to our homepage

Twitter? Facebook? Myspace?

2009-05-20T11:18:00.005-04:00

Hi
are you on twitter -- the library is too!. Follow us and learn about new programs and books, our address is http://twitter.com/lincolnpl
We also have a facebook account and a myspace account, search for Lincoln Public Library when you sign on to your facebook account , add as a fan, and we'll be there too!.

New Database

2009-05-07T12:02:00.003-04:00

Ever wonder how to order a pizza in German, how to say good day or where's the bathroom. Check out the new database called Mango. Simply register for an account and you're good to go. Mango offers conversational lessons in 12 languages, Polish, German, Mandarian, Italian to name a few. Try it out Mango is easy to use and it's fun!.

They're back

2009-05-06T13:47:00.001-04:00

Guess what the science fiction books have traveled from a far far place (the lower level) back to the stacks on the first floor. The vault project is winding down so they could be moved back to where they belong. May the force be with you

What's up! Books, DVDS, CDS and Video Games

2009-05-01T11:59:00.003-04:00

Hi
please excuse my lack of blogging entries -- we've been Sooooo busy adding tons of new materials to the adult collection, check out all the new books, videos, compact discs, and video games. We have something for everyone, from the newest New York Times Bestsellers (they may not be on the shelf) to lesser known new novels. All new books are located right next to the reference desk, so check them out who knows you may discover a new author or learn a new hobby or skill. We also have tons of new music compact discs, everything from classical to jazz to my very own favorite (the Boss) did anyone see him in concert? it was awesome.
We've also added new titles to our ever growing collection of video games. We have games for XBOX 360, Playstation 3 ; and Wii. We tend to buy games that are appropriate for all ages so check those out they are downstairs at the end of the DVDs.
Speaking of DVDs nothing on TV this weekend, we have all new movies, including Marley & Me, Quantum of Solace. We've also started to buy Blu-ray discs, they can't be played on regular DVD players but I hear they are super cool.
So don't forget to check out all new materials, and I promise to blog more often, at least I'll try to.

Barcodes are moving!

2009-02-12T15:14:00.003-05:00

If you've checked out a new book recently (within the last week) you might have noticed that our barcodes which we always placed on the first page of the book have moved. This is a result of a new policy that the Massachusetts Regional Library System has asked all Minuteman Library Network members to use. The goal is to have all barcodes placed in a uniform part of the cover -- this will help the system move towards an automated sorting system. This will help all users with faster delivery times, it will also make it easier for staff at the circulations desk -- no more guessing where the barcode is. For libraries that have a self-checkout machine patrons will be also be able to find the barcodes easier.
This policy does not ask libraries to retrospectively convert their barcode placement this would be take too much time and also money. So anyway watch for the moving barcodes.

Vault Project

2009-01-24T14:11:00.002-05:00

Due to the library vault project the short story and large print book collection are temporarily off limits to the public. If you need a title please let a staff member know and we'll get it for you. Sorry for any inconvenience

Video Games

2008-09-02T10:10:00.003-04:00

The library has added video games to our collection! We have games for the WII, Playstation3 and for Xbox360. The games boxes are on display at the end of the DVD racks downstairs, the actual discs are kept behind the desk. The games circulate for 1 week and are requestable by Lincoln residents only. So have fun we are still adding games so if you don't see one that interests you check back in a couple of days and who knows maybe one will be there.

Vault closing September 2 2008

2008-08-19T11:55:00.006-04:00

The library is just about ready to start a significant renovation of our vault and historical room. The collection will reopen on September 16th,there will be a very limited amount of materials that aren't in long term storage. To check out the plans stop by the library. If you have any questions please ask Jeanne at reference.

Vacation

2008-07-23T12:11:00.002-04:00

Hi
It's summer time and vacation time. Personally I can't wait. I'm off to Hilton Head Island next week. I have a huge pile of books to take with me, I've decided to read all the Elizabeth George Inspector Lynley series (I've already started and I'm really enjoying the first book A Great Deliverance). We'd love to hear from you were are you travelling to, what books are you taking? what movies or dvds will you be watching? Also don't forget to take books on compact discs and some playaways for the beach!
Have a safe and fun trip.

Summer time and the reading is easy

2008-06-07T13:46:00.002-04:00

I'm sitting here at the library on a very warm and beautiful Saturday and thinking of what I should be reading. I was wondering if people would be willing to share some of their favorite recent books they've read (or listened to). It will be a great way to discover books that you may not have heard about. I'll start of this week I just read the mystery book Mistress of the art of death by Ariana Franklin. Set in 12th century England the plot involves murder, the Crusades and anti-Semitism. A very engrossing story.
So please let me know if you've read anything good, I'm always looking for new authors to discover and I'm sure other people are to.

2008-05-23T12:08:00.002-04:00

Kindle?

2008-04-01T13:58:00.002-04:00

Hi we're wondering if anyone has bought an Amazon Kindle? If so why did you? Do you like it? What features do you like or dislike? We'd just like to have some feedback on the Kindle. Thanks for all your imput.

How to post a comment

2008-04-01T13:41:00.002-04:00

To post a comment just click on the "comment" at the bottom of every posting. Just leave a note, and it will go to my email and then it will be posted on the blog. We'd love to hear from you and hope that the blog is providing you with good information on library programs and glimpses of the inner workings of the library.

Library Blog

2008-02-16T18:14:00.003-05:00

Hi welcome to the Lincoln Library Blog! We'd love to hear from you. If you have any questions, problems or suggestions just blog away! It's our hope to keep you up to date on events happening at the library and to give everyone a look at behind the scenes at the library.
So drop us a line! We promise to respond!