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What have Kimberly, Bonnie, and Juliana been reading this month? Find out in this month's Lit Chat! Want to join in the conversation in person? Lit Chat meets the second Thursday of each month at 1pm at the Atascocita Branch Library.
What have Kimberly, Bonnie, and Juliana been reading this month? Find out in this month's Lit Chat! Want to join in the conversation in person? Lit Chat meets the second Thursday of each month at 1pm at the Atascocita Branch Library.
What were Bonnie, Kimberly, and Julianna's favorite books they read this month? Find out on the June edition of Lit Chat! Want to join Lit Chat in person? Meet us at the Atascocita Library the second Thursday of every month at 1pm to chat about your recent reads.
What were Bonnie, Kimberly, and Julianna's favorite books they read this month? Find out on the May edition of Lit Chat! Want to join Lit Chat in person? Meet us at the Atascocita Library the second Thursday of every month at 1pm to chat about your recent reads.
What have Bonnie, Kimberly, and Julianna been reading this month? Find out on Lit Chat!
Want to talk about your favorite books? Join us every second Thursday of the month at 1pm for Lit Chat live from the Atascocita Branch Library.
What have Bonnie, Kimberly, and Julianna been reading this month? Find out on Lit Chat!
Want to talk about your favorite books? Join us every second Thursday of the month at 1pm for Lit Chat live from the Atascocita Branch Library.
What are Julianna, Bonnie, and Kimberly reading this month? Find out on the February edition of Lit Chat.
Want to talk about your favorite books in person? Join us every 2nd Thursday of the month at 1pm for Lit Chat at the Atascocita Library!
This month, Bonnie, Julianna, and Darla chat about their most recent reads, reading goals, and more! Want to chat about books in person? Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 1pm for Lit Chat--live at the Atascocita Library.
Join Bonnie, Kimberly, and Julianna as they chat about their favorite reads this month.
Want to join us in person? Lit Chat meets the second Thursday of every month at 1pm.
Discover Kimberly, Bonnie, and Julianna's take on their most recent reads! Want to chat about books in person? Lit Chat meets the second Thursday of every month at 1pm.
This month Kimberly, Julianna and Bonnie discussed The Faculty Lounge by Jennifer Mathieu. The Lit Chat meeting will be on Thursday, October 9 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This month, Julianna, Bonnie, and Kimberly share their most recent reads!
Looking for a laid-back book club with no required reading? Join us for Lit Chat—a "Reader's Choice" group where you can share whatever you’re currently reading, from novels to manga, audiobooks, and more.
We meet every second Thursday at 1 PM for fun, engaging conversations that welcome all adult readers—whether you’ve just finished a book or need inspiration for your next one. Come chat or just listen in!
Join Bonnie, Julianna, and Kimberly as they discuss their most recent reads! Want to join us in person? Lit Chat meets on the second Thursday of every month at 1pm at the Atascocita Library.
This month, Julianna, Bonnie, and Kimberly will be shared their most recent reads—and dove into all things Summer Reading!
Looking for a laid-back book club with no required reading? Join us for Lit Chat—a "Reader's Choice" group where you can share whatever you’re currently reading, from novels to manga, audiobooks, and more.
We meet every second Thursday at 1 PM for fun, engaging conversations that welcome all adult readers—whether you’ve just finished a book or need inspiration for your next one. Come chat or just listen in!
Next meetup: Thursday, July 10 at 1 PM
LitChat #ReadersChoice #BookClubVibes #HCPLReads
This month, Julianna, Bonnie, and Kimberly will be shared their most recent reads—and dove into all things Summer Reading!
Looking for a laid-back book club with no required reading? Join us for Lit Chat—a "Reader's Choice" group where you can share whatever you’re currently reading, from novels to manga, audiobooks, and more.
We meet every second Thursday at 1 PM for fun, engaging conversations that welcome all adult readers—whether you’ve just finished a book or need inspiration for your next one. Come chat or just listen in!
Next meetup: Thursday, June 12 at 1 PM
LitChat #ReadersChoice #BookClubVibes #HCPLReads
Join Bonnie, Julianna, and Kimberly as they chat about their most recent reads! Join us in person on Thursday, May 8th at 1pm, to chat about your favorite reads.
What have Bonnie and Kimberly been reading? Find out on this month's Lit Chat!
Are you a reader looking for a vibrant community to share your reading experiences with? Our book club adopts a "Reader's Choice" format each month, allowing you to explore and discuss whatever you're currently reading, be it manga, graphic novels, traditional books, or audiobooks. This flexible approach encourages a rich and spontaneous exploration of various genres and topics, enhancing our discussions and broadening our literary perspectives. Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 1 PM for engaging conversations about the books that have captivated us. This is a laid-back, no-pressure group perfect for all adult readers. Whether you’ve recently finished a book or haven’t picked one up in a while, you’re welcome to join us. Come share your thoughts or simply listen in and get inspired for your next read!
This month, Bonnie, Kimberly, and Julianna chat about their favorite reads for March. After you listen, join them in person this Thursday, March 13 at 1pm to discuss your faves for this month.
Are you a reader looking for a vibrant community to share your reading experiences with? Our book club adopts a "Reader's Choice" format each month, allowing you to explore and discuss whatever you're currently reading, be it manga, graphic novels, traditional books, or audiobooks. This flexible approach encourages a rich and spontaneous exploration of various genres and topics, enhancing our discussions and broadening our literary perspectives. Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 1 PM for engaging conversations about the books that have captivated us. This is a laid-back, no-pressure group perfect for all adult readers. Whether you’ve recently finished a book or haven’t picked one up in a while, you’re welcome to join us. Come share your thoughts or simply listen in and get inspired for your next read!
Bonnie and Kimberly discuss their recent reads this month!
Are you a reader looking for a vibrant community to share your reading experiences with? Our book club adopts a "Reader's Choice" format each month, allowing you to explore and discuss whatever you're currently reading, be it manga, graphic novels, traditional books, or audiobooks. This flexible approach encourages a rich and spontaneous exploration of various genres and topics, enhancing our discussions and broadening our literary perspectives. Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 1 PM for engaging conversations about the books that have captivated us. This is a laid-back, no-pressure group perfect for all adult readers. Whether you’ve recently finished a book or haven’t picked one up in a while, you’re welcome to join us. Come share your thoughts or simply listen in and get inspired for your next read!
Are you a reader looking for a vibrant community to share your reading experiences with? Our book club adopts a "Reader's Choice" format each month, allowing you to explore and discuss whatever you're currently reading, be it manga, graphic novels, traditional books, or audiobooks. This flexible approach encourages a rich and spontaneous exploration of various genres and topics, enhancing our discussions and broadening our literary perspectives. Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 1 PM for engaging conversations about the books that have captivated us. This is a laid-back, no-pressure group perfect for all adult readers. Whether you’ve recently finished a book or haven’t picked one up in a while, you’re welcome to join us. Come share your thoughts or simply listen in and get inspired for your next read!
Are you a book lover looking for a vibrant community to share your reading experiences with? Join us every second Thursday of the month at 1 PM for engaging discussions about the books we have been diving into. This month we are discussing Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Canas.
Join Bonnie and Kimberly as they chat about their most recent reads!
Are you a book lover looking for a vibrant community to share your reading experiences with? We alternate between individual and group-selected books, exploring a diverse mix of genres and topics. This approach enriches our discussions and broadens our literary perspectives. Join us every second Thursday of the month at 1 PM for engaging discussions about the books we have been diving into. This month is Reader's Choice, and next month will be Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Canas.
This month Bonnie and Kimberly discuss the Gulf Coast Reads book Night Will Find You by Julia Heaberlin
Are you a book lover looking for a vibrant community to share your reading experiences with? We alternate between individual and group-selected books, exploring a diverse mix of genres and topics. This approach enriches our discussions and broadens our literary perspectives. Join us at the Atascocita Branch Library every second Thursday of the month at 1 PM for engaging discussions about the books we have been diving into.
What are you reading this month? Bonnie and Kimberly chat about their favorite reads of the month. Join us in person on Thursday, September 12th at 1pm for Lit Chat and discuss what you have been reading this month.
This month, Bonnie and Kim discuss the classic novel--Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss. Join us in person on Thursday, August 8th at 1pm to chat about the book in person at the library.
This month, Bonnie and Kimberly chat about their most recents reads! What have you been reading?
This month, Bonnie and Kimberly chat about The House Is On Fire by Rachel Beanland. What did you think of this book? What are your recent reads?
This month, Bonnie tackles The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder by David Grann. Then, Raul and Kimberly join her to talk about their recent reads.
What are you reading this month? Bonnie and P.J. share their favorite reads this month.
Bonnie and PJ discuss their thoughts on Gulf Coast Reads 2023 selection The Fisherman and the Dragon by Kirk Wallace Thompson.
The book, subtitled "Fear, Greed, and A Fight for Justice on the Gulf Coast," is "a gripping, twisting account of a small town set on fire by hatred, xenophobia, and ecological disaster, a story that weaves together corporate malfeasance, a battle over shrinking natural resources, a turning point in the modern white supremacist movement, and one woman's relentless battle for environmental justice." Part true crime, part social history, and part environmental warning, The Fishermen and the Dragon is a page-turner that will keep you enthralled to the last sentence.
Learn more about this year's Gulf Coast Reads here.
Bonnie and PJ share their thoughts on last month's group read, The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip and their own personal reads. Join us at Atascocita Branch Library on September 14 at 1 pm for the group discussion.
PJ and Bonnie share their latest reads including Immortality by Dana Schwartz, Fiddling with Fate by Diane Kelly, Cloisters by Katy Hays, and more. Join us at Atascocita Branch Library on July 13 at 1 pm for the group discussion.
PJ and Bonnie debate the impulsiveness of the main characters in Suzanne Redfearn's Moment in Time. Join us at Atascocita Branch Library on June 8 at 1 pm for the group discussion.
From comfort characters to study techniques, B.O.L.T: Board of Library Teens tackles ways teens can destress for the test!
B.O.L.T.: Board of Library Teens is the teen advisory board of the Atascocita Branch Library, a Harris County Public Library. BOLT, the podcast, was recorded, produced, and edited by members of the group.
Thanks to Darla Pruitt for sponsoring the group and Beth Krippel for her editing mentorship.
Original Music created by Otis McDonald and Dyalla.
PJ and Bonnie discuss books they've read recently including Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier and Diablo Mesa by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. Lit Chat meets in person as well, the second Thursday of each month at 1 pm at the Atascocita Branch Library.
In honor of Donate Life Month, we'll highlight the importance of registering as an organ donor and the impact it can have on someone's life. We'll also share upcoming library programs and how they can enhance your reading experience. Staff talk about "What's My Read?", and you might discover your next favorite book. Tune in for a fun and informative episode!
Bonnie and PJ talk about the group read for April, The Forty Elephants by Erin Bledsoe. Join Lit Chat in person on April 13 at 1 pm at the library.
Bonnie and PJ share their latest reads including The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas and The Scorpion's Tail by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child.
The latest notes and news for Atascocita Branch Library including mystery read and what the library staff are reading.
Media:
The West Wing, Season 2, Episode "And It's Surely to Their Credit"
Intro and Outro Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
On February 9, PJ and Bonnie discussed The Familiars by Stacy Halls. Hear their different points of view of this fiction book with an historical setting of the Pendle Hill witch trials.
Brianna and Beth share "What's My Read?" Learn last episode's mystery book before hearing the opening to this month's. Can you guess the mystery book?
Intro and Outro Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Mysteries abound in this episode. Bonnie shares her reads with PJ and you!
House-Flipper Mysteries by Diane Kelly
The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley
Welcome to 2023! Great programs are happening this January. This episode sees the return of the mystery book quotes and the introduction of a new segment called "What's My Read?"
Books Mentioned:
The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas
The Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas
History learned through body parts? PJ talks about A history of the world through body parts : the stories behind the organs, appendages, digits, and the like attached to (or detached from) famous bodies by Kathryn Petras.
Bonnie shares both a festive read and a grim one: The twelve topsy-turvy, very messy days of Christmas by Ted Safran and James Patterson; The investigator; Letty Davenport novel by John Sandford.
Staff made their predictions for 2022 -- how did they do? They're thinking about 2023 now, and PJ shares the latest excitement from the World Cup!
It's Reader's Choice month! PJ and Bonnie discuss some of their latest reads -- and what happens to good books when they are turned into movies.
Books:
The House with the Golden Door by Elodie Harper
Books by Clive Cussler or written by other authors with his characters
PJ and Daniel have some gift giving ideas for the readers you know. It's also National Family Stories month! Family is how you define it, and throughout human civilization, connections are built on the stories we share.
Gift Books Recommended:
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
The boy, the mole, the fox, and the horse by Charlie Mackesy
We don't eat our classmates! and We Will Rock our Classmates by Ryan Higgins The Moon is a Harsh Mistress by Robert A. Heinlein Still Life by Louis Penny The Spenser Series by Robert B. Parker Master and Commander by Patrick O'Brian Six Frigates by Ian toll Dry Storeroom No. 1: The Secret Life of the Natural History Museum by Richard Fortey Dictionary of the Khazars by Milorad Pavic No Judgements by Meg Cabot Cinder by Marissa Meyer One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus
It's Gulf Coast Reads time! PJ and Bonnie discuss this year's pick Lone Stars by Justin Deabler.
Darla, Janell, and Beth talk about how music in film impacts storytelling. From John Williams and Robert Lopez to Joe Hisaishi and Yoko Kanno, composers elevate story through melody.
Intro and Outro Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Daniel joins PJ and Bonnie to talk about fantastically dark historical work The Dark Queens: the bloody rivalry that forged the medieval world by Shelley Puhak.
Pirates, ahoy! Daniel, PJ, and Beth talk about pirates: historical, fictional, and where that stereotypical pirate sound originated. Also, the latest news from the library.
Clips:
Robert Newton, Long John Silver, Treasure Island
Eat Sleep Dream English, "Learn Hagrid's British Accent", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vml4OsCMxS0
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
It's Reader's Choice, so Bonnie and PJ shared their reads for the month. Like a good mystery that ties in to a library? Or maybe history is more your style, fiction or non-fiction. Let's listen in on the reviews.
The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill
Forget the Alamo: the rise and fall of an American myth by Bryan Burrough, Chris Tomlinson, and Jason Stanford
Many in our community are heading back to school! Darla and PJ recall some of their childhood school memories.
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Bonnie and PJ consider whether they would have had "frontier grit" after reading the book Frontier grit : the unlikely true stories of daring pioneer women by Marianne Monson. This book is a series of historical vignettes on the lives of women on frontiers. Lit Chat meets in person on the second Thursday of each month at 1 pm.
Daytona, Talladega...do you know your NASCAR? Bonnie shares about unique tracks and the cost of racing in NASCAR. Plus news on construction and some upcoming programs at the Atascocita Branch Library.
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
PJ and Bonnie have a lot of reading to share. They discuss Anatomy: a love story by Dana Schwartz, Blind Tiger by Sandra Brown, The Impossible Imposter by Deanna Raybourn, and The Lost Book of Adana Moreau by Michael Zapata. Meet in person for Lit Chat the second Thursday of each month at 1 pm at Atascocita Branch Library.
Daniel visits with Director of Education from Flower Garden Banks National Marine Reserve. Darla, PJ, and Beth talk Summer Reading Program, and Janell shares with us her Asian American Pacific Island Heritage Month reads. It's a packed podcast!
Resources:
https://flowergarden.noaa.gov/
Summer Reading Program
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
This month is Reader's Choice for Lit Chat. PJ and Bonnie share their reads over the last few weeks, though they both took turns in historical fiction -- or history that turned out to be false! You can also join PJ and Bonnie for Lit Chat in person on the second Thursday of each month at 1 pm.
Books:
The Witch's Heart by Genevieve Gornichec
Lies my teacher told me : everything American history textbooks get wrong by James W. Loewen ; adapted by Rebecca Stefoff
Utopia Avenue by David Mitchell
PJ and Bonnie share the journey through historical deaths in How They Croaked: the awful ends of the awfully famous by Georgia Bragg. A touch grim, a little gory, they learned all about the falls of glory.
Join Darla and Daniel as they help you prepare for Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday, April 23-25. April 14 is also Purple Up day in support of the Military Child. Learn more about what's going on at the library, including the temporary closure from April 11-24.
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
It's reader's choice! PJ and Bonnie share their latest reads. Lit Chat is also in person at the Atascocita Branch Library on the second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm. For April, it is a group read: How They Croaked: the awful ends of the awfully famous by Georgia Bragg.
Join Darla and PJ as they talk about a few famous women in history. Along the way we'll share information about the Audie Awards and upcoming programs. It's time for your Atascocita Library Advanced Copy!
Resources:
Audie Awards 2022 Finalists (audiopub.org)
Women's History Month
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
PJ and Bonnie discuss books they've read recently including The Sleeping Beauties by Suzanne O'Sullivan and Buddy: how a rooster made me a family man by Brian McGrory. Lit Chat meets in person as well, the second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm at the Atascocita Branch Library.
Hidden gems of programming and databases, this month we talk about the library's resources that don't always get the limelight. Also, more upcoming programs for all ages in the month of February!
Links mentioned in podcast:
Grow with Google: http://tiny.cc/ATAgoogletools
Database access: https://www.hcpl.net/explore/research
Atascocita Branch Library Events
PJ and Bonnie do their best not to spoil the suspenseful story of The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. Join in the discussion!
Novel Summary from Goodreads:
A female apothecary secretly dispenses poisons to liberate women from the men who have wronged them - setting three lives across centuries on a dangerous collision course.
Rule #1: The poison must never be used to harm another woman. Rule #2: The names of the murderer and her victim must be recorded in the apothecary’s register.
Atascocita staff are "ringing in the new year!" We talk about music, programs that have music, how music impacts our health, and how music is interwoven in our lives -- with staff talking about specific artists and musical memories.
Healthline article: "The Benefits of Listening to Music"
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Everyday Hero from audioblocks.com
Bonnie and PJ discuss what they've been reading and suggest books to read. If you'd like to share what you've been reading, email ata@hcpl.net with the subject Lit Chat.
Staff are trying their hand at predictions for the library and their favorite media in 2022. Plus programs in December and latest news on library construction.
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Snowflakes by JuliusH; pixabay.com
Find out some great new reads as PJ and Bonnie discuss what they've been reading lately -- and whether you should, too.
Atascocita Branch Library's Lit Chat was originally Lunch 'n' Lit, the monthly book club for adults. There are still months when the group selects a book to read together, but now months where you share what you've been reading lately. Let us know if you've read one of the titles talked about here or something you think we all should read!
There's always more to explore with the library, and this month we highlight Native American Heritage Month. And we also visit with author Edward Di Gangi, discussing his book The Gift Best Given, in honor of National Adoption Month.
Resources:
Census Facts for Features American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month
National Congress of American Indians
Smithsonian: National Museum of the American Indian
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Sunday Groove by Michael Kobrin
Lucky One by Caffeine Creek Band
Join us as staff talk about historic books and movies of horror and supernatural, as well as the latest news at the library!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Halloween by M_Dewala; pixabay.com
Darkest Child by Kevin MacLeod CC BY 4.0
Staff discuss elements of Hispanic Heritage, including holidays, interesting facts, and historical figures. Plus, Book Clues and upcoming programming provided by the library.
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
On the Street by Julius H; pixabay.com
Learn more: Google's Hispanic Heritage Month collection
Beth joins Bonnie this month to discuss what they've been reading lately -- and whether you should, too. Next month's Lit Chat will focus on the Gulf Coast Reads Selection: The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune.
Atascocita Branch Library's Lit Chat was originally Lunch 'n' Lit, the monthly book club for adults. There are still months when the group selects a book to read together, but now months where you share what you've been reading lately. Let us know if you've read one of the titles talked about here or something you think we all should read!
It has been 1 year of Advanced Copy! Staff talk about favorite episodes and things learned over the past year as well as Book Clues and upcoming virtual programming.
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
It's back to school time! Join us as we discuss our memories of school and the teachers that made impressions on us during our school years. Also, another edition of Book Clues! See if you can guess this episode's books!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Everyday Hero from Audioblocks
Find out some great new reads as PJ and Bonnie discuss what they've been reading lately -- and whether you should, too. This month, Bonnie and PJ talk about a book they read in their youth, The Witch of Blackbird Pond.
Atascocita Branch Library's Lit Chat was originally Lunch 'n' Lit, the monthly book club for adults. There are still months when the group selects a book to read together, but now months where you share what you've been reading lately. Let us know if you've read one of the titles talked about here or something you think we all should read!
Book to movie debate: was the movie as good -- or better -- than the book? Darla, Kimberly, and Beth talk about six book to movie adaptations; some that honored the book and some that missed the mark. Also Book Clues, with answers from last week and new clues this week! Upcoming programs, too!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Lucky One by Caffeine Creek Band; Pixabay.com
Think library programs are just fun ways to spend some time? Learn how staff put "broccoli in the brownies" when they plan programs. Plus, this week's Book Clues! If you think you know the book, email ata@hcpl.net with your guesses!
Hear more about research happening on "Summer Slide," our new segment Book Clues, and what staff are listening to and reading!
Resources:
Brookings: Summer Learning Loss -- what is it and what can we do about it?
EducationNext: Is Summer Learning Loss Real?
EducationNext: Another Modern Test Shows Slower Growth...
Phi Delta Kappan: Rethinking the summer slide: the more you gain, the more you lose
You for Youth: Research in the Field
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Everyday Hero; storyblocks.com
Find out some great new reads as PJ and Bonnie discuss what they've been reading lately -- and whether you should, too. Next month is a group read for Lit Chat, so join us in discussing The Mistress of the Ritz by Melanie Benjamin in July.
Atascocita Branch Library's Lit Chat was originally Lunch 'n' Lit, the monthly book club for adults. There are still months when the group selects a book to read together, but now months where you share what you've been reading lately. Let us know if you've read one of the titles talked about here or something you think we all should read!
You have your Advanced Copy to what's going on at the Atascocita Branch -- and the library is open! We're wrapping our Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage celebration and ready to launch into Tails and Tales - our Summer Reading Program! Plus our new game - Book Clues!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Lucky One by Caffeine Creek Band; Pixabay.com
It is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month, and we have programs to help you explore or reconnect with Asian American and Pacific Islander culture. Asian/Pacific encompasses all of the Asian continent and the Pacific islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. We don't cover it all, but we will explore online resources and some great reads by Asian American authors.
Resources:
https://asianpacificheritage.gov/
asiasociety.org/Texas
Books:
The Rose Code
Emergency Contact
Something In Between
Everything, Everything
Warcross
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Lit Chat is moving from video format to audio! Find out some great new reads as PJ and Bonnie discuss what they've been reading lately -- and whether you should, too.
Atascocita Branch Library's Lit Chat was originally Lunch 'n' Lit, the monthly book club for adults. There are still months when the group selects a book to read together, but now months where you share what you've been reading lately. Let us know if you've read one of the titles talked about here or something you think we all should read!
Visit with the first branch manager and the President of Friends of Atascocita Library as they share memories of the library's early years. There's news about our celebration and upcoming programs!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Sky Pop by JuliusH; Pixabay.com
Manage your information by learning the difference between misinformation and disinformation. Plus, Earth Day Celebrations, more great programs highlighted, book recommendations, and the approaching 25th Anniversary week!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Happy Go Lucky Day by Caffeine Creek Band; Pixabay.com
Sunday Groove by Michael Kobrin; Pixabay.com
It's time to "Ask an Opera Singer!" Also learn about a new program coming to Atascocita Library online - Anime JAM! This is your Advanced Copy.
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Happy Go Lucky Day by Caffeine Creek Band; Pixabay.com
Time by Ashutosh; Pixabay.com
March is here! Some great programs and great reads are on your way. Don't miss out on information about fossil washing in a conversation with Daniel and Marrisa. Also, Christine tells us how there's more to those craft kits than cute works of art. This is your Advanced Copy!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Sky Pop Music by JuliusH; Pixabay.com
Fusion Guitar by AudioMechanicaMusic; Pixabay.com
February 25 is Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day! We're so lucky to have one of the library's first Board of Library Teens (BOLT) members, Ariel Thomas, talk with us about her work as an engineer! We also have news about pets! February 20 is Love Your Pet Day, and staff got together to share the love of their pets. Don't forget about upcoming Pokémon Day!
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Sky Pop Music by JuliusH; Pixabay.com
It's American Heart Month and Love Your Library Month -- among many more! Take time to learn from the experience of others the importance of CPR and heart health. Also we hear from patrons what the library means to them. Do you love your library? Let us know on our social media or email ata@hcpl.net.
Resources
O'Reilly Online Learning
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Sky Pop Music by JuliusH; Pixabay.com
So many social media platforms! And all with their own security issues and uses. This month, Atascocita staff talk about how they use Discord to bring programs to teens and tweens. And we're also sharing a preview from the Harris County Public Library podcast "Using Our Library Voices" which you can find on your favorite podcast provider as well as www.hcpl.net/services/podcast.
Resources
Harris County Public Library Digital Archive: www.digitalarchive.hcpl.net
Books:
Togo https://bit.ly/2KHQLpG
Music:
Storybook by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
Sky Pop Music by JuliusH; Pixabay.com
Gameshow Brazz by John Bartmann; Pixabay.com
The Only One by Caffeine Creek Band; Pixabay.com
Happy New Year! It's 2021, and the staff at Atascocita Branch Library talk about resolutions, Veganuary, and upcoming programs. Tune in for your latest community library news. Note: this episode talks about a specific food lifestyle. Always check with your doctor before starting a new diet.
Resources:
Newspaper Source Plus available through hcpl.net databases
Library of Congress Digital Collections www.loc.gov/collections/
The Starch Solution by John A. McDougall
The Greenprint by Marco Borges
Veg News on Flipster available through hcpl.net databases
Thug Kitchen series
Texas Bluebonnet Master List 2021-2022 https://bit.ly/2Lsny1X
Music:
Introduction and Credits - Storybook by Scott Holmes music (scottholmesmusic.com)
Hail to the Chief - Library of Congress Digital Collections
Happy Go Lucky Day - Caffeine Creek Band; Pixabay.com
Time - Ashutosh; Pixabay.com
It's a year in review, Atascocita Branch Library style! Hear an excerpt from a digital program "Seven Surprising Tea Traditions" presented by Kim McHugh. Visit with staff thinking about how the library changed processes to meet our mission during the pandemic. Learn about a database that supports your creative side.
Music:
"Storybook" by Scott Holmes; scottholmesmusic.com
"Gift of the Stars Act 2" by Lloyd Rogers
November is often a time for family and food. In this episode, learn where you can find out more about National Adoption Month as well as staff's favorite foods and cravings.
Happy Halloween! Want to know the scientifically proven scariest movie? This podcast is packed with stories from the scary story contest, a discussion about favorite horror movies, plus notes and news!
The library is indulging in the scary part of the season. Staff talk about their favorite horror stories. Don't forget the deadline for the Scary Story Contest is October 19!
The fall season has arrived and that means scary stories, voting, and lots of reading! Listen to a little bit of our LitChat program about Gulf Coast Reads selected title "Gods of Jade and Shadow" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. A few staff talk about repeat reads - do you have books you re-read?
Atascocita Library Staff take a moment to discuss favorite childhood books -- including a book about a slug? Information on voting and upcoming programs, plus news of special presenters for Hispanic Heritage Month and Gulf Coast Reads.
It's the first episode where we bring you the notes and news of Atascocita Branch Library. You'll hear fun discussions on events, books, and more.