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It's Your Library—Check It Out!

Join host Carla Williams as she takes you beyond the books and explains all of the wonderful services and programs that Siouxland Libraries have to offer.

"It's Your Library—Check It Out!" will help you get the most out of your library experience.


Related Materials/Links:
  • Main Branch Construction Update plus eBooks and eReaders

    Main Library Construction Update - Assistant Library Director Joan Reddy takes us on a tour through the remodeling project and Technical Services Librarian Vicki Biggerstaff shows you how to watch the progress online.

    eBooks and eReaders - Library Associate Kim Quamen demonstrates how to use the latest technology that may change the way you read books in the future.


Previously Aired Episodes:

  • Library Book Clubs and Award Winning Young Reader
    In this episode we meet a young man who took his love of books and turned it into an award-winning poster for school. If you love to discuss books, find out how to check out books for your group or how to sign up for one of the Library’s Book Clubs.

  • Self Checkout and Downloadables
    This month we take a look at the self-checkout machines, how to find a book you have on hold, downloadables, and creative book display areas.

  • The Library Courier and Visit by Barb Johnson
    This month we hit the road with the Library courier and see how all the materials flow between the different branches. Plus, a special guest stops by to help promote reading for young people.

  • Main Branch Renovation and Visit by Rachel Simon
    In this episode we look at the finishing stages of the Main Library renovation project and discuss what you can expect during the next phase of the project. We then sit down with Rachel Simon, author of the book "Riding the Bus with My Sister," which was made into a movie starring Rosie O'Donnell. We discuss how this book came into being and what Rachel Simon is working on now.

  • Job Searching
    In this episode we look at all the ways the Library can help you find a new job or better yourself in the job you have now.

  • Summer Tutoring, Children's Book Selectors, and Construction Updates
    In this month’s episode, we talk about the summer tutoring program, renovations at the Ronning Branch, Children’s Department book selectors, and the latest on the Main Library construction.

  • Library Book Sales
    In this episode we take a look at the selection process for eliminating books and media and their eventual new life at the Library's book sales.

  • Caille Branch 20th Anniversary
    In this episode we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Caille Library, look at the new language resource called "Mango," and get another update on the progress of the Main Library.

  • Siouxland Bookmobile
    In this episode we ride along with the one and only Siouxland Bookmobile!

  • Puppet Shows at Caille
    In this episode we learn about the puppet shows at the Caille Branch Library.

  • Alternative Formats and Children's Storytime
    In this episode we learn about alternative formats available for library materials, children's storytime, graphic novels, and downloadable books. Plus an update on the Main Downtown Library is given.

  • Geneaology Research
    In the episode we take a look at the growing popularity of genealogy research and how the Siouxland Libraries can assist in your exploration.

  • Branch Library at Mark Twain Elementary
    In this episode we discuss the "branch library" at Mark Twain Elementary and areas on the Library’s website that are available to help kids study.

  • Ronning Library Tour
    In this episode we take a tour of the Ronning Branch Library.

  • Oakview Library Tour
    In this episode we take a tour of Oak View Library.


Its Your Library... Check It Out!

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