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On this month’s episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie discuss: Dinovember, our new Library of Things, and all things puzzles. They also talk about what they recommend for cozy reading this fall season!
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Upcoming programs:
Adults: Game and Puzzle Swap- Saturday, November 15th @ 3pm - Eastern
Teens/Tweens: Teen Book + Club: The Way You Make Me Feel with Bonus Korean Snack Tasting - Saturday, November 15th @ 1pm - Eastern
Kids:Kids Craft Series: Painted Tote Bag - Monday, November 24th @ 3:30pm -Fairmount
Helpful links from our discussion:
Dinosaurs take over the Library!
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Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
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2025 Online Reading Challenge
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Spooky season is upon us! Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie breakdown everything you need to know about the latest trends and tropes in the horror genre. And they share our own local ghost stories with The Library’s resident spooky storyteller, Amy from Special Collections! But first, Sarah from the Midwest Writing Center joins us to discuss banned books.
Upcoming programs:
Adults: Quad Cities Archives Fair - Saturday, October 18th @ Haunted Rock Island Roadhouse
Teens/Tweens: Teen Movie - Saturday, October 25th @ Eastern
Kids: Monster Mash @ Main - Thursday, October 23rd @ Main
Helpful links from our discussion:
Midwest Writing Center & Sarah Elgatian's contact: sarah.elagtian@mwcqc.org
ALA's Banned Books Week 2025
QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film
Bestsellers Club
Library Links:
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at The Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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On this month’s episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie discuss all that September has to offer. Not only is it back-to-school season, but it's also Library Card Sign-Up month! Tune in to hear our hosts interview some special guests and learn what all is coming up this fall at The Library.
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Upcoming programs:
Adults: Beginning Genealogy Workshop - Thursday, September 11th @ Main
Teens/Tweens: Teen Anime Day - Saturday, September 13th @ The Figge Art Museum
Kids: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony - Saturday, September 20th @ Fairmount
Helpful links from our discussion:
Freegal
QC Beats
Mending Mondays
Library Links:
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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On this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie beat the summer heat with their favorite books about dogs! They also prepare for the Perseid (per-se-id) Meteor Shower peaks on August 12 and August 13 with their favorite books that take place in outer space. And think you don’t like poetry? Maybe you do but celebrate Bad Poetry Day with your hosts anyway!
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Upcoming programs:
Adults: DJ Clinic – Thursday, August 28th @ Fairmount
Teens/Tweens: Escape Room - Escape from the '90s - August 13th-16th @ Fairmount
Kids: Pokémon Club - Saturday, August 9th @ Eastern
Helpful links from our discussion:
Summer Reading Challenge 2025
Discover Davenport Summer Kids Passes
eBook Expansion & BRIDGES
Library Links:
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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On this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie hit their summer reading stride with Beach Read recommendations! They also discuss an article about the most popular book genres in each state. If you’re like us, you’re just going to skip ahead to Iowa and Illinois.
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Upcoming programs:
Adults: Resume Writing Workshop - July 22nd @ Eastern
Teens/Tweens: Teen Hike + Read: Sunderbruch Park - July 10th & 19th @ Offsite
Kids: Space Jam Family Puzzle Tournament - July 12th @ Eastern
Helpful links from our discussion:
Summer Reading Challenge 2025
FRIENDS Bookstores
Book Clubs at The Library
Library Links:
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie get you ready to Level Up with our summer reading program (it’s not just for kids!) They discuss how you can participate in the Midwest Writing Center’s annual David R. Collins Writers’ Conference happening right here in the Quad Cities. They also do a mid-year check in on their reading goals and get a bit bossy with each other’s to-read pile.
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Summer Reading Challenge 2025
Bestsellers Club
Midwest Writing Center
Library Links:
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie get a crash course in the Hallyu (Hal –you) Wave as librarian Elena teaches them about the phenomenon of South Korean pop culture. In honor of Mystery Month, they discuss their favorite characters, settings and tropes (spoiler alert – it’s the librarian, in the small town, with a cat sidekick). And finally, they're celebrating Mother's Day with books by, for, and about moms!
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: QCMade: Miss Effie’s Country Flowers – Thursday, May 22nd @ 27387 130th Ave, Donahue, IA 52746
Tweens/Teens: Teen Gaming – Every Wednesday, 4pm @ Fairmount
Kids: Yoga Storytime and Pop-Up Library at Autistic & Loved – Thursday, May 22nd, 10am @ 3811 Harrison St Suite 200, Davenport, IA 52806
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Freegal Kpop Playlist
Newspaper Archive
America’s Newspapers
Community Experience Passes
Library Links:
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie celebrate National Library Week with its theme: Drawn to the Library and have a discussion on books about libraries and librarians. They interview our Bettendorf Public Library colleague about the benefits of our library consortium (RiverShare), and chat with their co-worker Claire about Davenport’s graphic novel collection.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Davenport Water Treatment Tour – Saturday, April 26th @ 2606 S Concord St, Davenport, IA
Tweens/Teens: Teen Book Club: Grown by Tiffany D. Jackson – Monday, April 14th @ Eastern
Kids: Make Every Day Earth Day - Monday, April 14th 2pm @ Fairmount
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
RiverShare LibGuide
April Library Love Reading Challenge
Share Your Library Story
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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In the bonus episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie sit down with the current ALA President, Cindy Hohl, to discuss National Library Week and the upcoming ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition.
Click here to learn more about the ALA Annual.
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie talk about their favorite plant and gardening themed books because Seed Library Season is upon us! March is also Women's History Month, so tune in to hear our librarians' reading recommendations to celebrate and learn about prominent U.S. women.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Women Inventors of the Quad Cities and Beyond - Wednesday, March 26th @ 6:30pm | Eastern
Tweens/Teens: Teen Hunger Games Party - Saturday, March 15th @ 3pm | Fairmount
Kids: Frog Party - Thursday, March 20th @ 1pm | Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Seed Library
Patent and Trademark Resources Center
Youth Media Awards | ALA
Women’s History Posts | Special Collections Blog
Kanopy
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie deep-dive into their favorite and least favorite romance novel tropes. Then they sit down with Allie from the City of Davenport to discuss DavenportU Citizens Academy, a new opportunity for Davenport residents to learn more about their local government. Lastly, in honor of Black History Month, our hosts recommend their favorite books to read in celebration all February long.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Makerspace - Open Hours - Monday, February 10th @ 5-7:45pm | Main
Tweens/Teens: Teen DIY: Puppy Chow - Friday, February 14th @ 3pm | Eastern
Kids: Stuffed Animal Yoga - Friday, February 14th @ 1pm | Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Helpful links from our discussion:
FRIENDS of The Library
DavenportU Citizens Academy
Share your love and support for our library!
Makerspace - Studio 321
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
2025 Online Reading Challenge
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In the bonus episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie sit down in person with President Elect, Sam Helmick to discuss LibLearnX!
Click here to learn more about LibLearnX!
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie ring in the New Year with cold weather reading recommendations, upcoming 2025 releases, and their 2025 reading goals!
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Formal Wear Dropoff & Giveaway
Tweens/Teens: Anime Takeover - Tuesday, January 28th @ 6pm | Eastern
Kids: Read to a Dog | Fairmount & Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Helpful links from our discussion:
The Library's Goodreads
2025 Online Reading Challenge
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie welcome the beginning of winter with lists of their favorite holiday romance novels, as well as with a Festivus: An Airing of Grievances, wherein they lay out all their book-related qualms from the year.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: The Family Baggage Travel Series: Christmas in the Phillippines – Monday, December 16th @ 6pm | Fairmount
Tweens/Teens: Teen DIY: Tzatziki Avocado Salmon Rolls – Friday, December 27th @ 1pm | Eastern
Kids: Land of Sweets Sensory Gym – Saturday, December 14th @ 11am | Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Helpful links from our discussion:
Ancestry Library - (In-House Use Only)
Reading RecommendationsLEGO ClubLibrary Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie talk about all the upcoming fun The Library will be having this Dinovember (or November, for those averse to dinosaurs). We learn about the Library Business Assistance service from the librarian who started it all; our New Employee Spotlight shines on the Facility Services department; and your hosts celebrate National Author’s Day by sharing their to-go favorite writers!
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: We are Still Here: A Story of Indigenous People - Thursday, Nov. 14th @ 6-8pm | Fairmount
Tweens/Teens: QC Libraries' Teentober Red Carpet Awards - Thursday, Nov. 14th @ 6-8pm | Putnam Museum
Kids: Fossil Discoveries with the Augustana Fryxell Geology Museum - Monday, Nov. 18th @ 5-6pm | Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Library Business Assistance
The Library's Community Outreach Offerings
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Free Government Phones For Iowa Residents
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
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In this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie interview, interview, interview! Sydney from Family Resources sits down with our librarians to offer information on Domestic Violence Month; Christina and Jess from the Putnam chat about the museum's collections; and Davenport Fire Department's Lt. Zach Soliz shares tips and tricks to prevent fires.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Quad Cities Archives Fair - Saturday, Oct. 26th @ 1pm | Credit Island Lodge
Tweens/Teens: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests - All October | Teentober Contest Entry Form
Kids: Bilingual Stories @ Main - Friday, Oct. 18th @ 10am | Main
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Family Resources
Community Experience Passes
Putnam Museum
Simply Held
Safe Families for Children (SFFC) Quad Cities
TechKnow Library
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
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In this months episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie interview our newest Information Services librarian and the Midwest Writing Center's Sarah Elgatian about their upcoming Banned Book Read-In on September 24th. Banned Books Week will occur at the end of September, so tune in to hear our librarians discuss the top challenged books of 2023.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Voter Registration - Tuesday, Sept. 17th | All 3 Branches
Tweens/Teens: Fantasy Maps - Monday, Sept. 16th @ 1pm | Main
Kids: Dog Man Party - Sept. 21st @ 2pm | Eastern
Additional events:
Banned Books Read-In
Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 @ 5:30-7:30pm
Watts-Midtown Community Room at the Watts-Midtown Branch of the Rock Island Library
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Video Games LibGuide - The Library's Video Game collection guide
Mango Languages
LinkedIn Learning
ALA's Banned Book Week - 2024 theme is "Freed Between the Lines"
Threadless Store - Buy custom designed Library Merch
LULAC - Council 10, Davenport, Iowa
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!
In this month's episode, Beth, Stephanie, and Brittany join the excitement surrounding the newly released Inside Out 2 movie. They assign all of the different emotions to book titles: Joy, disgust, eenui- you name it. They've got a book for all the emotions, good and bad!
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Vander Veer Follow Your Roots: A Walk through the Park - Aug. 10th @ 11-1pm | Vander Veer Park
Tweens/Teens: Magic the Gathering - Aug. 8th & 22nd @ 3-4pm | Fairmount
Kids: Back to School Concert - Aug. 24th @ 2-3pm | Fairmount
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Helpful links from our discussion:
Gilda's Club (Cancer Support Community Iowa & NW Illinois)
Value Line database
FRIENDS of The Library
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our Summer Reading Challenge!
Brittany and Stephanie are joined by our new host, Beth! The three sat down with The Library's new Marketing Coordinator, Tessa, to discuss World Listening Day and their favorite audiobook narrations. July is also National Parks and Rec Month, so to celebrate, Brittany chatted with Becca Niles from Davenport Parks & Recreation about everything The Library and Parks has coming up this summer!
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Know Your Tenant Rights - July 22nd @ 6-7pm | Main
Tweens/Teens: Teen Art Workshop with the Figge Art Museum - June 8th @ 2-3pm | Eastern
Kids: Collection Convention - July 20th @ 2-3pm | Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Helpful links from our discussion:
Clock, Inc: LGBT+ Community Center
Libby
Davenport Parks and Recreation
QC Beats
Freegal
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our Summer Reading Challenge!
Happy Pride Month! In this month's episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie talk LGBTQ+ books to get into this June, as well as all of the Summer Reading Challenge fun that The Library has prepared for June, July, and August. They also sat down with returning guest, Sarah Elgatian, from the Midwest Writing Center to discuss the David R. Collins Writers' Conference coming up on June 27th-29th at Augustana College.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Composting Workshop - June 10th @ 6-7pm | Main
Tweens/Teens: Teen Cringe Bingo - June 11th @ 5-6pm | Fairmount
Kids: Touch-a-Truck - June 22nd @ 10:30am-12pm | Eastern
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Helpful links from our discussion:
Summer Reading Challenge
Midwest Writing Center
David R. Collins Writers' Conference
Reading Recommendations
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our Summer Reading Challenge!
Join Brittany and Claire for a bonus episode with ALA President Emily Drabinski! They talk all things libraries and what to look forward to at the 2024 ALA Annual
Conference & Exhibition coming up on June 27 – July 2, 2024 in San Diego.
For more information about Checked In: A Davenport Library Podcast, visit our LibGuide!
In this month's episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany prepare listeners for Asian American Heritage Month and Older Americans Month--both of which occur in May. They chat with guests Claire and Joe about Free Comic Book Day, which The Library is celebrating on Saturday, May 4th! They also sat down with our Technical Services supervisor, Merideth, to talk about their shared love of cozy mysteries. Enjoy!
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: The Journey to Mental Health - May 9th @ 6:30-8pm | Fairmount
Teens/Tweens: May the 4th Star Wars Celebration / Free Comic Book Day - May 4th @ 9:30-1pm | Eastern
Kids: OWLT & About - May 11th @ 8-1pm | Freight House Farmers' Market
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Reading Challenge: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The Library's Learning & Literacy Collection
Museum Passes (Community Experience Passes) at The Library
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
In this month's episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie sat down with the Davenport Public Library director, Jeff Collins, and Board of Trustees President, Steve Imming, to discuss all the recent changes and achievements our library has made in the last year. The also spoke with Aubrey from Family Resources about Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the different support services offered at Family Resources. And as always, they talk books, books, and more books.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Plant Swap - April 20th @ 2-4pm | Eastern
Teens/Tweens: Teen DIY: Disco Ball Painting - April, 20th @ 1-3pm | Eastern
Kids: Kits Every Saturday - While Supplies Last! | All Locations
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
Helpful links from our discussion:
Amani Community Resources - A Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Agency providing innovative culturally specific services to African Americans throughout the State of Iowa.
Family Resources - Social Services organization for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, human trafficking, homicide, and other violent crimes.
Seed Library - Open at our Main library, March - September 2024
Goodreads - Follow us on Goodreads!
Library Links:
The FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library
Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and The Library will put the latest title on hold for you automatically!
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
In this month's episode, Stephanie and Michelle are joined by Family Resource's Iowa Domestic Abuse Advocate, Sydney, as well as our own social worker Quinn, to discuss resources for young people facing violence in their relationships. Our librarians also discuss dragon books (for all the Fourth Wing fans!), and interview one of our Special Collections Librarians about outstanding women in Davenport history.
Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Publishing Workshop Series with the Midwest Writing Center - March 6th @ 6-7:30pm | Fairmount
Tweens: Tween Pop Tasting Challenge - March 11th @ 1-2pm | Main
Kids: National Puppy Day Storytime & Craft - March 23rd @ 10-11am | Fairmount
Helpful links from our discussion:
Richardson-Sloane Special Collections - Sign up for weekly blog posts from Special Collections and learn more about local Davenport history
Family Resources
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!
In this episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie chat with social worker Aaron Shivers from Oak Street Health and talk about Groundhog Day Books!
Some upcoming programs:
Davenport Black Voices: A Worthy Story – February 22nd @ 6 – 7pm | Fairmount
Teen DIY: Faux Neon Sign – February 17th @ 11 – 12pm | Main
Palentine’s Party – February 13th @ 4 – 5pm | Fairmount
Helpful links from our discussion:
Oak St. Health (Davenport, IA)
Kanopy
QC Beats
Black History Month Reading Challenge
Library Links:
Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and The Library will put the latest title on hold for you automatically! Select as many as you want. Questions? Give us a call: (563) 326-7832
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide!
Join Brittany and Stephanie for a special bonus episode as they sit down and talk with ALA President Emily Drabinski about LibLearnX, books, and the amazing things Libraries are doing!
On this month's episode, the librarians discuss setting reading goals and so much more! To share feedback or if you have segment ideas, please email checked.in@davenportlibrary.com.
Helpful Links:
Staff Picks Publication
Navigating Religious Diversity in the Workplace
6 Tips for Navigating Your Religious Needs at Work
Religious Landscape
Animated Map Shows How Religion Spread Around the World
All Major Religions Explained in 6 Minute: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism
Online Reading Challenge - Beanstack - Info Cafe
Winter Reading Challenge
Formalwear Giveaways: January 12th & January 13th
Minifig Me
Tea Blending Workshop
Calendar of Events
Reading Recommendations Page
In their final episode of 2023, Michelle, Stephanie, and Brittany air their reading grievances in celebration of Festivus– the book edition! They also discuss short books to read for those hurrying to meet their 2023 reading goals, cold weather novels, and upcoming December programs.
Some upcoming programs:
"Llama Llama Pajama Party" – December 16th @ 2pm | Eastern
"Formal Wear Dropoff" – Dec. 22nd & Dec. 30th @ 9am – 5:30pm | Eastern | Fairmount
"Teen Snack Around the World" – Dec. 30th @ 3:30pm | Fairmount
Helpful links from our discussion:
Enhanced Children's Areas
Online Reading Challenge - 2024 Sneak Peak
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog- Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide!
In this episode, Stephanie and Brittany discuss the Native American Heritage Month Reading Challenge, the prizes participants can win, and the books by Indigenous authors available for all ages! The library is also coordinating a Coats and Hygiene Drive with Kinna's House of Love, a Quad Cities based organization working to support and promote awareness of women and children affected by abuse. Drop off items at Kinna's House of Love anytime before November 20th. These items will be distributed to those in need at the Winter Wellness Event at the Main library on December 4th. Check out our calendar of events to see what else is going on at the library this month!
Some upcoming programs include:
"We Are Still Here - An Indigenous Journey" - Nov. 9th @ 6:30pm - Fairmount
"QC Libraries Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event" - Nov. 14th @ 6:00pm - Putnam Museum
"Kids Thanksgiving Holiday Kit" - Nov. 20th @ 10:00am - Virtual
"Pottery with Miss Carolyn" - Nov. 30th @ 6:00pm - Off Site
Some helpful links from our discussion:
Native American Heritage Month Reading ChallengeIndigenous Peoples' Information & ResourcesKinna's House of Love
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Or, as a parent, you may be wondering what resources are available for you and your family. The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide!
In this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany talk banned books with our coworker, Beth. In preparation for fall, they give a run-down of all the cozy mysteries and witchy books you could possibly want. They also discussed Hispanic Heritage Month and what the library has to offer in October!
Some helpful links from our discussion:
ALA Top 13 Most Challenged Books of 2022Teentober ContestsHispanic Heritage Month Reading Challenge
Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Or, as a parent, you may be wondering what resources are available for you and your family. The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide!
In this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany take a deep dive into all things Romance! They also talk about Library Card Sign-Up Month, Voter Registration Month, Banned Books Week, and so much more!
Some helpful links from our discussion:
Register to Vote!
- Iowa residents
- Illinois residents
National Library Card Sign-Up Month - September is Library Card Sign-up Month! 16 local businesses are offering special perks this month for Davenport Public Library cardholders! Also, our friends at Lopiez Pizza have chosen the Library as their "artist of the month"! Stop by Lopiez and pick up this month's signature pizza, The Book Club, and 10% of the proceeds will go to the FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library in order to support our programs and materials!
Banned Books Reading - Rock Island Public Library, Oct. 5th at 5:30. Email Sarah Elgatian if you'd like to participate: sarah.elgatian@mwcqc.org
Top 13 Most Challenged Books of 2022
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!
Books mentioned:
Silver Lady by Mary Jo Putney
Out of Nowhere by Sandra Brown
Santa and Company by Fern Michaels
Darius (The Black Dagger Brotherhood series) by J.R. Ward
The Ghost Illusion by Kat Martin
The Twelve Dogs of Christmas by Susan Wiggs
A Christmas Blessing by Beverly Jenkins
Honey and Spice by Bolu Babalola
Something Wild & Wonderful by Anita Kelly
Partners in Crime by Alisha Rai
Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail by Ashley Herring Blake
Will They or Won't They by Ava Wilder
The Fiancée Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel
The Beach Trap by Ali Brady
Love Your Life by Sophie Kinsella
Must Love Books by Shauna Robinson
Heartburn by Nora Ephron
Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn
Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes
The Man From The Train by Bill James
Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe
Everything is Fine by Mike Birchall
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q Sutanto
It Won't Always Be Like This: A Graphic Memoir by Malaka Gharib
Messy Roots: A Graphic Memoir of a Wuhanese American by Laura Gao
When Stars Are Scattered by Victoria Jamieson
You Lucky Dog by Julia London
Rez Dogs by Joseph Bruchac
Cruel Seduction by Katee Robert
Throwback by Maurene Goo
In this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany interview Chad Dyson, Davenport Parks and Recreation Director, and Becca Niles, Community Outreach and Experience Manager, as well as local writer and St. Ambrose staff member, Caitlin Moran. They also chat with Kathryn, our Special Collections supervisor, and discuss what they've been reading this month!
Some helpful links from our discussion:
Summer Reading Program - Turn up the volume on your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice! Everyone is invited to be get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the Library this summer. Read books, attend a program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log. Each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice. Do a little or do it all! The way you Find Your Voice this summer is totally up to you!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!
Davenport Special Collections
Books mentioned:
The Magicians by Lev Grossman
Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H.
Infect Your Friends and Loved Ones by Torrey Peters
Voice of the Fish by Lars Horn
Emma by Jane Austin
Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron & Bret Witter
Good for You by Camille Pagan
The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
How to Eat Fried Worms by Thomas Rockwell
The Secret, Book, & Scone Society by Ellery Adams
Somebody That I Used to Know by Dana L. Davis
Bluebird by Sharon Cameron
On this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany discuss new summer fiction picks, all the new horror we have on our shelves, our new foreign language product, Mango, and more!
Some helpful links from our discussion:
Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and our selection experts will put the latest title on hold for you automatically. Select as many as you want!
Summer Reading Program - Turn up the volume on your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice! Everyone is invited to be get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the Library this summer. Read books, attend a program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log. Each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice. Do a little or do it all! The way you Find Your Voice this summer is totally up to you!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!
On this episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie discuss Pride Month reading recommendations, our Summer Reading Program, and interview a very special guest - American Library Association president, Lessa Kanani'opua Pelayo Lozada!
Some helpful links from our discussion:
Summer Reading Program - Turn up the volume on your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice! Everyone is invited to be get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the Library this summer. Read books, attend a program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log. Each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice. Do a little or do it all! The way you Find Your Voice this summer is totally up to you!
Seed Library - Lists of resources on starting, growing, and harvesting vegetables, flowers, herbs, and microgreens from our Seed Library.
Info Cafe Blog - Read staff book reviews, keep up with our 2023 Online Reading Challenge, and more!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!
See you next time and thanks for listening!
On this episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie meet with a local author, a new employee, discuss a local crime, and so much more!
We hope that you enjoy!
On this episode, the Librarians celebrate Women’s History Month, welcome a local author, and so much more!
Here are some helpful links from our discussion!
Library Catalog - to place holds on all of the books discussed today!
Meeting Rooms - need a place to study or hold a meeting? We have you covered!
Newsletters- stay up to date on all of the happenings in the Library!
Calendar of Events - learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!
See you next time and thanks for listening!
On this episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie celebrate a new year, and have added some new recurring segments: Social Worker Chat, and News from Special Collections! Additionally, in this episode, they discuss our Annual Report, Setting Reading Goals, and of course, talking about books that they have read since you last tuned in!
Helpful Links
Literacy Collection
Recommends
New Catalog
Fine Free
Annual Report
FRIENDS
SC Blog
Upper Mississippi Valley Digital Image Archive
ArchivesSpace
Event Calendar
It this month's episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie talk about must have winter reading gifts, favorite children's books, what they read since the last recording and so much more!
Important Links:
Libby
Upcoming Programs
Winter Reading Challenge- Found on the Beanstack App
Family Search
On this month's episode, the Librarians discuss books that they have reread, childhood favorites, some amazing services, books that they read since you last listened and so much more!
Helpful Links:
Simply Held
Native American Heritage Reading Challenge
Studio 321
Programs
Davenport Votes
On this month’s episode, the Librarians talk about favorite romance reads, welcome their new Director on the pod, talking favorite titles with strong themes of friendship, introducing fun programs for the whole family in honor of Family fun month, and will end this episode doing what they do best, talk about books that they love!
Important links from the episode:
Community Experience Passes
QC Beats
QC Beats in the Streets
Fairmount Block Party
TumbleBooks
Place a hold on books discussed in this episode
Brainfuse
Summer Reading Program
In this episode, listeners will learn about our Summer Reading Program, programming, digital resources, and add to their TBR with recommendations from Library Staff!
Helpful Links:
Summer Reading
Movies at Fairmount
Karpeles Program
Upper Mississippi Valley Digital Image Archive
Morningstar Investment Research Center
NoveList
Resume Maker Pro Web
To Learn More and/or place a hold on the books discussed today please visit the following
E-Books & E-Audio
Rivershare Overdrive
Print
Online Catalog
In this episode, the Librarians gather to share some helpful services, resources, and programming that the Library has to offer. Listeners will hear about the new Seed Library at |Main, what led the hosts to become Librarians, and what they read since the last epidsode.
Helpful Links:
Enjoy more music by Lojo Russo and other QC Beats Artists:
https://qcbeats.org/
Check out a Community Experience Pass:
https://rivershare.polarislibrary.com/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=14.1033.0.0.7&type=Keyword&term=community%20experience%20pass&by=KW&sort=RELEVANCE&limit=TOM=*&query=&page=0&searchid=1
Visit our Seed Library:
https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/event/9095111
BrainFuse Adult Learning Center, JobNow, and Vet Now:
https://www.brainfuse.com/highed/home.asp?a_id=301D5005&ss=&r=
The Big Talk:
https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/event/8970172
BrainFuse HelpNow:
https://www.brainfuse.com/highed/helpNow.asp?a_id=33792874&ss=&r=
Data Axle Reference Solutions:
http://www.referenceusa.com/Home/Home
The Foundation Directory:
https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/day-pass/
Morningstar Investment Research:
https://ar.morningstar.com/mirc/membership/Authenticate.aspx?Name=Davenport
On this month's episode, your favorite Librarians discuss all things L-O-V-E. Have you been interested in joining a book club? Our Librarians have pulled information on all of our book clubs that we offer and promote them. Additionally, the Librarians talk Romance Reads, favorite LGBTQ reads, showcasing some staff favorite reads by Black authors, talk about love letters in our collection, and wrap with the Librarians doing what they do best, talking about their favorite reads.
Helpful Links from the episode:
LGBTQ Libguide
https://libguides.davenportlibrary.com/LGBTQ
Library YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUu24k3l9srqguUkY1S3RWw
Board Games & Puzzles Libguide
https://libguides.davenportlibrary.com/c.php?g=1200698
Library Goodreads
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6174488-davenport-public-library
Richardson-Sloane Special Collection Center
https://www.davenportlibrary.com/genealogy-history
DPL TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@davenportpubliclibrary?lang=en
On this month’s episode, the Librarians interview Science Fiction fans and set reading goals. Be sure to stick to the end because they give listeners what they are reading right now and play a new game! Be sure to email checked.in@davenportlibrary.com to tell us who you think won the Bring Your Own Book Game or to tell us your own! Thanks for Listening!
Important Links:
Free Family Fun:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/cms/one.aspx?pageId=17743097
DPL Catalog:
https://rivershare.polarislibrary.com/search/default.aspx?ctx=14.1033.0.0.7&type=Keyword
Davenport Library Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6174488-davenport-public-library
Beanstack:
https://davenportlibrary.beanstack.com/reader365
Bring Your Own Book:
https://www.bringyourownbook.com/
On this month’s episode, the Librarians say farewell to their leader, discuss board games, the upcoming 2022 Online reading challenge, favorite WWII reads, and so much more.
Services Mentioned:
Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center: https://www.davenportlibrary.com/genealogy-history
Rivershare: http://rivershare.org/index.php/about-us/rivershare-libraries
Scott County Genealogical Society: https://scottcountyroots.org/
Davenport Public Library Instagram: @davenportlibrary
Davenport Public Library on Tumblr: davenportlib
Kanopy: https://davenportlibrary.kanopy.com/
TechKnow: https://www.davenportlibrary.com/application/files/4415/2529/2756/TechKnow_Library.pdf
Online Reading Challenge: https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/reference/online-reading-challenge-2022/
Book a Librarian: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5hCFwd9bk7mgktyXWGz3Nj3oiynyRzOea74WpZJ2FaxSWmA/viewform
Book Fix: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmCsWTbRErM4NN9DYrxQS1kETovUq2UZ1LraUC3hw_5QcpBA/viewform
Digital Offerings: https://www.davenportlibrary.com/digital-content
ArchivesSpace: https://archives.davenportlibrary.com/
Books Mentioned:
The Last Train to London by Meg Waite Clayton – All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr – City of Thieves by David Benioff – The Huntress by Kate Quinn – The Lost Girls of Paris by Pam Jenoff – The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer – The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah – The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris – Radar Girls by Sara Ackerman – Stars Over Clear Lake – by Loretta Ellsworth – Circe by Madeline Miller – The Once and Future Wishes and The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow – Fire Keeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley – The Silent Patient and The Maidens by Alex Michaelides – The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune – The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner – My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows – The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai – Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens – Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton – The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot – The Guest List by Lucy Foley
Games Mentioned:
Catan - Duck, Duck, Dance - Dinosaur Island - Ticket to Ride - Hues and Cues – Horrified - Go Away Monster - Deep Sea Adventure - Forbidden Desert - King Domino – Avalon - Valley of the Vikings
On this episode the Librarians will be talking about the giving season, favorite recipes, and cozy mysteries.
The following books were discussed:
Zoe's Ghana Kitchen by Zoe Adjonyoh
Black Food: Stories, Art and Essays by Bryant Terry
Mooncakes and Milk Bread by Chinese Bakeries
Claudia Roden's Mediterranean by Claudia Roden
Columbiana: A Rediscovery of Recipes and Rituals from the Soul of Columbia by Marian Velasquez
Jew-ish: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch by Jake Cohan
Macedonia: The Cookbook by Katerina Nitsou
Sea, Salt and Honey by Olivia Tsakiris
Easy Meal Prep: The Ultimate Playbook for Make-Ahead Meals
The Chicken Bible by America's Test Kitchen
Martha Stewart's Fruit Desserts
The Ultimate Meal Prep Cookbook by America's Test Kitchen
It's Always Freezer Season: How to Freeze Like a Chef
The Weekday Vegetarians by Jenny Rosenstrach
Sheet Pan 5-Ingredient Cookbook by Sarah Anne Jones
The Best-Ever Cookie Book
The Complete Autumn and Winter Cookbook by America's Test Kitchen
The Essential Cookie Companion by King Arthur Baking Company
Baking for the Holidays: 50+ Treats for a Festive Season by Sarah Kieffer
Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook
Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doer
A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
The Madness of Crowds by Louise Penny
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Autopsy by Patricia Cornwell
Something to Hide by Elizabeth George
Easter Bonnet Murder by Leslie Meier
Game of Fear by Charles Todd
Abandoned in Death by J.D. Robb
Caramel Pecan Murder by Joanne Fluke
Shadows Reel by C.J. Box
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
The Other Mrs. Miller by Allison M. Dickson
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto
The following Series were discussed:
Stephanie Plum by Janet Evanovich
Library Lovers Mysteries by Jenn Mckinlay
A Bakeshop Mystery by Ellie Alexander
Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
Lucy Stone by Leslie Meier
Magical Cats Mysteries by Sofie Kelly
Cat in the Stacks by Miranda James
Bookmobile Cat Mystery by Laurie Cass
A Riverbank Knitting Mystery by Allie Plieter
Deputy Donut Mystery by Ginger Bolton
Alaskan Diner Mystery by Elizabeth Logan and Camille Minichino
Apron Shop Murders
Beyond the Page Bookshop Mysteries
Hungarian Tea House Mysteries
Cozy Capers Book Group
The Noodle Shop Mysteries
Southern Homebrew Mysteries
Farm to Table Mysteries
Decluttering Mysteries
Tita Rosie's Kitchen Mysteries
Library Lovers Mystery
Book Town Mysteries
Oregon Honeycomb Mysteries
Haunted Home Renovation Mystery
TV Shows/Movies Discussed:Only Murders in the Building
Longmire
Lucifer
Hannah Swenson
Aurora Tea Garden
Helpful Links:
https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/?s=turkey+notes
https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/reference/
https://www.davenportlibrary.com/services/use-your-library-card
https://www.davenportlibrary.com/digital-content
https://www.facebook.com/davenportlibrary
https://www.davenportlibrary.com/programs-events/1000-books-kindergarten
https://www.davenportlibrary.com/services/library-social-worker
On this month’s episode, The Librarians talked with Library staff members about all things spooky. If you are interested in the horror genre, spooky stories, and the occult, this episode is for you.
Important links
https://qcbeats.org/
https://www.davenportlibrary.com/
https://qchaunts.com/
https://www.librarything.com/profile/macabrelibrarian
https://www.librarything.com/tags/macabrelibrarian
https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/
https://haubergestate.org/
Books
Creepy Carrots and Creepy Pair of Underwear by Aaron Reynolds
Sir Simon Super Scarer by Cale Atkinson
The woman in black by Susan Hill
The Ghost Hunters by Neil Spring
Ghostland: An American History in Haunted Places
“Fangs” by Sarah Anderson
“Hellboy Omnibus” by Mike Mignola
“Monstress” by Marjorie Liu & Sansa Takeda
“Night Shift” by Stephen King
“Outcast” by Robert Kirkman & Paul Azaceta
“Something is Killing the Children” by James Tynion IV & Werther Dell’Edera
“The Sandman” by Neil Gaiman
“The Walking Dead Compendium” by Robert Kirkman
“Wytches” by Scott Snyder & Jock
“Y: The Last Man” by Brian K. Vaughn & Pia Guerra
The Ritual by Adam Nevill
The Girl with All the Gifts by MR Carey
Shining Girls by Lauren Beukes
The Terror by Dan Simmons
Cabin at the End of the World by Paul Tremblay
Movies/Television
Twilight Saga
What We Do in the Shadows (2014)
What We Do in the Shadows (2016- television series)
Twilight Zone
Halloweentown
Charmed
Sabrina
Hocus Pocus
Dark Shadows (Johnny Depp)
Mentions:
Helen Brach
https://www.rigov.org/1089/Villa-de-Chantal- more information in Special Collections
Sister Mary Agnes Egan
Brittany, Michelle, and Steph breakdown all things music in this very first episode! Learn about QC Beats, Freegal, and so much more! For convenience we have gathered some helpful links to sources that were discussed in this episode.
https://qcbeats.org/
https://www.davidgsmithmusic.com/
https://libguides.davenportlibrary.com/?b=g&d=a
https://davenportlibrary.freegalmusic.com/home
Books discussed this month were:
Know My Name: a Memoir by Chanel Miller
A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah
Saved by a Song by Mary Gauthier
Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Sweet Child of Mine by Guns n Roses
Me by Elton John
For Questions about QC Beats or to write in to the Pod emails are below:
qcbeats@gmail.com
checked.in@davenportlibrary.com