HCPL Happenings: March 2007

Friday, March 30, 2007

Library closing for Easter

The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 8, for Easter. The Library will re-open on Monday, April 9, at 9:00 am.

The library's website is open 24/7. Go to www.hcpl.org to search for books and movies, renew items, place items on hold, and check your account record. The Research Center is also open 24/7. Go to www.hcpl.org/databases/research.html for access to magazines, newspapers, genealogy resources, investment information, language learning, practice tests, and much more.

Thursday, March 29, 2007

Sport a love of movies this April

Sports movies touch the hearts and souls of the audience in ways that so many other films cannot. One of the great things about sports movies is that they appeal to such a wide audience. They might be chick flicks like Fever Pitch or Stick It, inspirational like We Are Marshall or Coach Carter, comedies like Bad News Bears and The Longest Yard, or dramas like Million Dollar Baby and Friday Night Lights.

Whether it is a tale of the team of misfits who rise to win the championship, a story about how loving the same sport can bring two people together, or the recounting of the life of some our our greatest sports legends, not much can move an audience to their feet or to tears faster than a sports story. We have hundreds of movies that follow dozens of sports--golf, track and field, baseball, hockey, football, soccer, just to name a few--and we are giving them the spotlight this month on our movie display.

New books we ordered March 28, 2007

Below is a list of the books recently ordered by the library. They are grouped by Fiction, Non-fiction and Children. Click on the title to see more and request a copy!

Fiction
Three novels of ancient Egypt
The tale of Hawthorn house by Albert, Susan Wittig
The source of magic by Anthony, Piers
True light by Blackstock, Terri
Going home by Brunstetter, Wanda E.
On her own by Brunstetter, Wanda E.
The grand finale by Evanovich, Janet
Candy cane murder by Fluke, Joanne
Mistress of the art of death by Franklin, Ariana
Lord John and the hand of the devils by Gabaldon, Diana
People of the nightland by Gear, W. Michael
Troy : shield of thunder by Gemmell, David
Dance with the dragon by Hagberg, David
Lost in NashVegas by Hauck, Rachel
The color of blood : an Irish novel of suspense by Hughes, Declan
Salvation, Texas by Jeffrey, Anna
The dowry : a novel of Ireland by Keady, Walter
The darkest evening of the year by Koontz, Dean R.
Mark's story by LaHaye, Tim F.
A killer's kiss by Lashner, William
Can't take my eyes off of you by McNaught, Judith
Eclipse by Meyer, Stephenie
Roma : the novel of ancient Rome by Saylor, Steven

Nonfiction
This I believe : the personal philosophies of remarkable men and women
The canon : a whirligig tour of the beautiful basics of science by Angier, Natalie
The oasis guide to Asperger syndrome : advice, support, insight, and inspiration by Bashe, Patricia Romanowski
The little book of common sense investing : the only way to guarantee your fair share of market returns by Bogle, John C.
The little book of value investing by Browne, Christopher H.
Art explained by Cumming, Robert
No retreat, no surrender : one American's fight by DeLay, Tom D.
The little book that beats the market by Greenblatt, Joel
Sunday : a history in seven by Harline, Craig
Jackpot nation : rambling and gambling across our landscape of luck by Hoffer, Richard
The worry trap : how to free yourself from worry & anxiety using acceptance and commitment therapy by LeJeune, Chad
Asperger syndrome and the elementary school experience : practical solutions for academic & social difficulties by Moore, Susan Thompson
Asperger syndrome and difficult moments : practical solutions for tantrums, rage, and meltdowns by Myles, Brenda Smith
Mississippi sissy by Sessums, Kevin
Parenting your Asperger child : individualized solutions for teaching your child practical skills by Sohn, Alan T.
Architecture explained by Stevenson, Neil
To die well : your right to comfort, calm and choice in the last days of life by Wanzer, Sidney
Can I tell you about Asperger syndrome? : a guide for friends and family by Welton, Jude

Large Print
Can't take my eyes off of you by McNaught, Judith

Children
Twisted by Anderson, Laurie Halse
Rilla of Ingleside by Montgomery, L. M.
Harmless by Reinhardt, Dana
A living nightmare by Shan, Darren
The vampire's assistant by Shan, Darren
Tantalize by Smith, Cynthia Leitich
The teacher from the black lagoon by Thaler, Mike

DVDs, music and books on CD we ordered March 28, 2007

Below is a list of the DVDs, music and books on CD recently ordered by the library. Click on the titles to see more and request a copy!

DVDs
Arachnophobia
Because I said so
From Hell
Ghost rider
Mirrormask
Poison Ivy
That thing you do
Tommy

Children of Dune
Roots
What the 'bleep' do we know? : Down the rabbit hole

The Chocolate War

Music
Clay Walker: Fall
Martina McBride: Waking up laughing
Otis Redding: Definitive soul
Sublime: Gold
Wreckers: Stand still, look pretty

Books on CD
Fiction
The Fourth Order by Frey, Stephen W.
The quest by Smith, Wilbur A.

Nonfiction
Einstein by Isaacson, Walter
Failing America's faithful by Townsend, Kathleen

Tuesday, March 27, 2007

Spring into gardening

Spring has arrived and over the next few weeks we will see so many patrons come in with their eyes sparking and their minds full of dreams of long afternoons spent working in their beloved gardens. Green Thumbs, fear not, we are ready to meet your needs!

We are dedicating this month's display to gardening and lawn care. Some of our patrons spend weeks landscaping their backyards to transform it into the paradise of their dreams. Many of our patrons find no greater pleasure than eating zucchini and tomatoes fresh from their own vegetable gardens. Other patrons take great pride in the beautiful blooms that they nurse from their flower beds every season. We have all these passionate growers covered, regardless of what their garden plans might be this year. So whether you are an organic vegtable grower or can boast of the most beautiful roses in your neighborhood, please come down and see what our librarians have that can help your gardens grow.

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

National Puppy Day is March 23!

The Animal Miracle Foundation and Network has named this Friday, March 23rd, as National Puppy Day. Their hope is to have 10,000 puppies adopted from the nation's animal shelters on this day. If you plan on inviting a new furry friend to join your life Friday, or any day for that matter, don't forget to stop by the library and check out our books, videos, and DVDs on dog care and training. Here is just a sample of the resources our librarians can help you find that will help make your animal adoption experience a pleasant one for you and your new pet.

Dr. Pitcairn's complete guide to natural health for dogs & cats
Your new dog and you
Cesar's Way
Let the dog decide
Your dream dog: a guide to choosing the right dog for you

If you love dogs, but adopting one just isn't a possibility right now, try celebrating man's best friend on Friday by reading one of these dog tales.

Chow Down: a Melanie Travis mystery
Walking in circles before lying down
The dogs of Babel
Marley and Me: Life and love with the world's worst dog
Dogs of Bedlam Farm

Friday, March 16, 2007

Last minute tax filer?

According to the Internal Revenue Service, nearly 1 in 5 taxpayers wait until last minute to begin working on their tax returns. Whether you are one of those people who works best under pressure or someone who just hasn't been able to find the time, the library can help you get started when that time comes.
We have plenty of Federal and Kentucky tax forms in our reference department. We also have a master copy of the Indiana Non-Resident tax return packet for our patrons who work in Evansville or other Indiana towns. If we do not have the particular form you need in stock, any of our staff will be happy to find the form you need in our Master Book or at the IRS or Kentucky Revenue Cabinet websites.
We do not have a qualified accountant on our staff to help with tax returns, but our reference department holds several books that explain tax law changes and updates for our patrons who have questions about their returns, deductions, how tax law applies to them, etc. Patrons may also take advantage of the computers in our computer lab to use one of many fee-based online tax preparation programs available on the internet or to e-file their taxes for free on the IRS website.
So if you are one of the millions of Americans who have not even picked up their pencil and 1040, let us help you meet the April 17th filing deadline with our tax resources.

Thursday, March 15, 2007

DVDs, music and books on CD we ordered March 14, 2007

Below is a list of the DVDs, music and books on CD recently ordered by the library. Click on the titles to see more and request a copy!

DVDs
Dead silence
Evita
The good shepherd
Hannibal rising
The Mambo Kings
Nadia
Torn curtain

FDR: A presidency revealed
Tinker, tailor, soldier, spy

Facing fear without freaking out
How to do homework without throwing up
Taking the "duh" out of divorce
What on Earth do you do when someone dies?

Music
Patti Austin: Avant-Gershwin

Books on CD
Better than good by Ziglar, Zig
Jane Eyre by Bronte, Charlotte

New books we ordered March 14, 2007

Below is a list of the books recently ordered by the library. They are grouped by Fiction, Non-fiction and Children. Click on the title to see more and request a copy!

Fiction
Virgin lies : a novel by Anscombe, Roderick
Homecoming by Cabot, Meg
Pants on fire by Cabot, Meg
Tallgrass by Dallas, Sandra
The hardcore diaries by Foley, Mick
Stripped by Freeman, Brian
Helpless : a novel by Gowdy, Barbara
Suffer the little children by Leon, Donna
Morning comes softly by Macomber, Debbie
Roseflower Creek by Miles, Jackuelyn L.
The affectionate adversary by Palmer, Catherine
The year of fog by Richmond, Michelle
Cally's War by Ringo, John
The hero by Ringo, John
Watch on the Rhine by Ringo, John
Play dead by Rosenfelt, David
The mercy seller by Vantrease, Brenda Rickman

Nonfiction
Country quick and easy : fast family favorites and nothing-to-it meals that are simple, satisfying and delicious.
Seasons for sharing : a country store in your mailbox
Final exam : a young surgeon's reflections on mortality by Chen, Pauline W.
Angels by Graham, Billy
Recipe for life : how to change habits that harm into resources that heal by Kerr, Graham
Women & money : owning the power to control your destiny by Orman, Suze
Never quit the fight by Peters, Ralph
Living with Lupus by Pigache, Phillippa
Positive options for living with lupus : self-help and treatment by Pigache, Phillippa
Lupus : a patient's guide for diagnosis, treatment, and everyday living by Quintero del Rio, Ana
Too late to say goodbye : a true story of murder and betrayal by Rule, Ann
Letters to young black men : advice and encouragement for a difficult journey by Whyte, Daniel

Children
A dangerous path by Hunter, Erin
Fire and ice / book 2 by Hunter, Erin
Forest of secrets by Hunter, Erin
Rising storm by Hunter, Erin
Into the wild by Hunter, Erin
Gnat Stokes and the Foggy Bottom Swamp Queen by Keehn, Sally M.

Monday, March 12, 2007

Spring break programs for children

Spring break for Henderson County students is just around the corner and the Library is preparing some exciting programs for children. We will be highlighting owls this year in honor of our newly added Great Horned Owls outdoor sculpture and Great Horned Owl indoor specimen.

Registration is required and will be held March 18-24. You can register at the library or online beginning March 18.

Whooooo Knows Owls - Tuesday, April 3 at 1:30

Children ages 5 and up are invited to attend this program and hear Alan Gehret, curator of the Audubon Museum, explain how owls see, think and live. There will be fun activities and storytelling.

"Give a Hoot" Owl Storytime - Wednesday, April 4 at 1:30

Children ages 5 and up will hear owl stories, sing owl songs, learn owl trivia and make a paper bag owl puppet.

"Name That Owl" Contest Reception - Thursday, April 5 at 1:30

The Library has acquired a wonderfully preserved Great Horned Owl through the generosity of the Chip Crafton family. It is housed in the Children's Department and is a fine specimen. To make sure that our owl truly feels at home in our library, we would like to give him a name.

Children ages 5-13 are invited to participate in our "Name That Owl" contest. Submit your favorite name beginning March 18 at the library or online. For contest rules and more information, please visit our official spring break page.

Friday, March 09, 2007

Back by popular demand - tai chi classes

Tai chi classes will once again be offered by the Library beginning later this month. Our last sessions filled up quickly so sign up now!

The classes will be taught by Diana Hobgood, a certified strength and conditioning specialist and certified massage specialist.The class times are as follows:

2:00 pm on Mondays - March 26 through May 29

10:00 am on Saturdays - April 7 through June 9

There is a $30 registration fee which is due before classes begin. Class size is limited, so please register early by stopping by the Library at 101 South Main Street. (Checks or cash only, please)

Benefits of tai chi exercise, which is a slow, gentle exercise system based on Chinese martial arts, include improved posture, flexibility, balance, lower body strength, coordination, physical endurance, breath control and stress management.

If you have questions, please call the Library at 826-3712.