Visiting Livraria Lello, Porto The building that houses Porto’s most famous bookstore was built all the way back in 1906! The Lello brothers, who were
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E. 17th St. ~ ~ ~ Completely built by Ben Sahlgren of Seattle from scrapped materials, this Little Library has been a joint effort of a few determined people but found support from the whole neighborhood. What a healthy way to deal with book hoarding!
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So, you're planning programming for the adults in your library and you're looking to change it up? From time to time, this question is posed on the awesome Programming Librarian Interest Group and librarians respond with lots of great possibilities. I thought I'd compile a list and share. Perhaps some of these ideas might work for your library? Local 1. Local History Talks/Presentations 2. Local History Walk 3. Genealogy DIY Crafts 1. Paper Making 2. Stab Binding Books 3. Christmas Ornaments 4. Shibori Scarves 5. Water Color Scarves 6. Soy Candles 7. Glycerin Soap 8. Beading 9. Altered Books Technology 1. Digital Photography Classes 2. How to Use Facebook/Pinterest/Instagram/Snapchat, etc. 3. iPhoneography (taking and editing pics with iPhone) 4. Intro to Windows 10 Food 1. Cookbook Club 2. Cooking Classes 3. Soup Night / Pie Night (patrons bring in food to share) 4. Rose Hip Jelly Making 5. Downton Abbey Tea 6. Wine Tasting 7. Edible Book Contest Presenters 1. Paranormal/Haunted Presentations 2. Pet Psychic 3. Professional Headshots for Facebook Profiles 4. Discovering New England Stone Walls 5. Falconry 6. Beekeeping and Honey Tasting 7. Yoga 8. Meditation 9. Veteran Author Talks 10. Living History Performances and Re-enacting Educational 1. Car Seat Safety Program 2. Business Networking/Speed Networking 3. Job Prep (Resume writing, Mock interviews) 4. DIY Home Repair 5. Pearl Harbor (75th anniversary in December) 6. Show Great Courses Lectures 7. Interior Design 8. Travel on a Budget 9. Identity Theft 10. Etsy/eBay 11. DIY Bike Repair Gardening 1. Gardening Presentations 2. Plant Swap 3. DIY Terrarium Writing 1. Publishing Your Writing 2. Writing Memoirs 3. Open Mic Nights Fun / Entertainment 1. Family Movie Nights 2. Star Trek Program (50th Anniversary is coming soon) 3. Introduction to Drones 4. Bridge 5. Collectibles & Antiques 6. Plan the Perfect Staycation 7. Mah Jongg 8. Couponning 9. Coloring Books 10. Chinese New Year Places for Partnerships If you are looking to increase your attendance numbers, partnerships are a great way to do so: America Red Cross (for blood drives hosted at libraries) Local Senior Center Local Historical Society Local University (The outreach office may have someone willing to do social media programs) Local Stores (Drones, DIY Home Repairs/Renovations) Additional Reading Want more ideas? Check out: "Adult Programs in the Library" by Brett W. Lear was highly recommended. You can also access PLIG's Program Speed Dating Packet for more great info and ideas. List Source The list above was pulled from these discussions: Discussion #1 and Discussion #2. You need to be a member of the Programming Facebook Group to be able to read them. Thanks to all of the librarians who shared their wisdom!
The famous Harry Potter bookstore in Porto: Livraria Lello is a bookstore and also one of the most popular sights in Porto!
Residents of the Woodbury community lined up as Knight alongside of Jean Wipf, the director of the library, cut the ribbon for entrance into the renovated area where they hope to inspire a feeling of imagination come to life.
How to Build a Little Free Library – Information and Ideas! How to Build a Little Free Library – Information and Ideas. Have you ever heard of Little Free Libraries? It’s an awesome way to share the love of learning and books. I really wanted to build one in front of the 1905 cottage. I...Read the Post
Planning a trip in Porto and wondering if Livraria Lello Bookstore is worth visiting? Lello bookstore is a popular spot in Porto because of its stunning art deco, art nouveau, and Gothic interior. But mostly it claims bragging rights as the rumored inspiration for J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. Unfortunately, it's a bit of a tourist trap and always overcrowded.
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The official game board for the Concord Public Library's Bookopoly. TIM GOODWIN / Insider staff
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Finding the best bookshops in Edinburgh is at least a full day's job. This article is for all book-lovers heading to Edinburgh and wanting so explore some of the beautiful, unique and over-flowing bookstores in Edinburgh.
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