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Did you catch the Bubble Lady, performing recently at the Kent County Public Library as part of our Summer Reading Club?
Check out this brief video clip to see the Bubble Lady in action, and be sure to visit our calendar to see what other great events are coming up this summer.
Pattycake the Clown visited the library on Tuesday, making balloon sculptures for the kids at storytime as part of our summer reading club kickoff. You can watch the video below.
We've got a lot of other fun programs coming up this summer. Check our calendar to see what not to miss!
Looking for a job? The library can help!
Online Resources
The following resources can be accessed from our web site by clicking Search > Articles & Info > Business & Career.
Browsing the Shelves
If you just want to browse, here are some Dewey Decimal numbers to get you started:
Job Seeking: 331.702
Resumes, cover letters and interview tips: 650.14 and 658
Catalog Search Suggestions
Here are some catalog searches you may want to try for quick and easy results:
• Employment
• Resume
• Job Hunting
• Or try searching for a specific job.
Online Job Sites
These websites post job advertisements.
www.monster.com
www.careerbuilder.com
www.usajobs.gov
Still have questions or need help? Don't hesitate to speak with a reference librarian or contact us online or by phone.
We have lots of new books, audiobooks, movies, music and more showing up at the library every day. So, we have the New & Hot page on our Web site devoted to showing you what's new to the library, what's coming soon, and what's currently on the New York Times Bestseller lists. These lists link directly into our catalog so you can easily place requests for the books you want, and get a call when they're ready for you to pick up at the circulation desk.
The new book lists have been updated today, so now's the time to place your hold. And, if you need any help with your account or placing holds online, we'd be happy to help.
Summer is just around the corner and starting on June 15th, everyone is invited to come to the library and sign-up to play the summer reading game.
This year, we have a game for all ages:
* Read to Me for little ones
* Be Creative @ Your Library for kids
* Library BINGO for adults and teens.
Starting June 15th, drop by any branch of Kent County Public Library to pick up a gameboard. Kids can win prizes all summer. Teens and adults who complete the game will be entered in an end of the summer drawing to win an iPod.
Also, we have a ton of events scheduled for this summer! Check out our first week of programs below and stay tuned or check the calendar to find out what's happening the rest of the summer. And if you have a moment, check out the cool video and audio announcements for summer reading.
Tuesday, June 16th
Preschool storytime
Ages 3-5
10:00 a.m. Chestertown branch
Baby & Toddler storytime
Ages birth-2
11:00 a.m. Chestertown branch
**Registration required -- Please call or email**
Create It @ Your Library -- Making Whatsits, Thingamabobs and Fantastic Art
A smorgasboard of things to make for all ages!
4:00 p.m. Chestertown branch
Wednesday, June 17th
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5
10:30 a.m. Rock Hall branch
The Bubble Lady
Family program
1:00 p.m. Rock Hall branch
4:00 p.m. Chestertown branch
Thursday, June 18th
Sherman and the Shorebirds
Family program
10:30 a.m. Chestertown branch
The Bubble Lady
Family program
11:00 a.m. North County branch
Friday, June 19th
Creating Magic & Stuff - Magician Mike Rose
Family program
11:00 a.m. Chestertown branch
We hope to see you soon!
For more information about these programs and to see what else will be happening this summer, please visit our calendar.
The Friends of the Library's used book sale has been scheduled for June 11-15 in the Chestertown Branch meeting room. Prices are reasonable and proceeds go to help your library provide additional books, services, and more. So please drop by and plan to find some gems for your personal collection.
Members Only Night:
Thursday, June 11: 5:30-7:30 PM
Open to All:
Friday, June 12: 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday, June 13: 10 AM - 4 PM
Sunday, June 14: 10 AM - 4 PM
Monday, June 15: 10 AM - 5 PM (One day only special: Bring a box to fill for $5)
Drop-in preschool storytimes will be held in all three branches:
Chestertown: Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
Rock Hall: Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
North County: Thursdays at 10:30 AM
Additionally, pre-register your baby, ages birth to 2 years for baby storytime;
Chestertown: 11:00 AM, the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays of the month
For more details or to check for exceptions to the above rules, see our online calendar.
Can't Find the Catalog Record?
Having trouble finding something while searching our online catalog? Check out our search tips, or feel free to see a librarian or contact us by phone or email. As librarians we have magical powers when it comes to finding stuff, or maybe it's just specialized training combined with lots of experience. Either way, we'll give the search another whirl, and if we don't find it either, we can explore other options, like Interlibrary Loan, to get you that book you're looking for. So, please, don't be shy about asking for help. That's what we're here for.
Can't Find the Actual Item?
Once you've located an item in the catalog that you wish to find, take a closer look at the record. It will tell you which branches have copies available or checked out. It will tell you the call number (a Dewey decimal number if it's nonfiction or part of the author's last name if it's fiction). And, perhaps most importantly, if you click on "Details" it will tell you the location you need to search. These locations appear on the map of the Chestertown Branch, available as an image or a printable document. And, once again, don't hesitate to ask a staff member for help. It's not an inconvenience. It's our job.
