May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time during which we celebrate Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. All countries across the Asian continent as well as the Pacific groups of islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia are recognized. What began in 1979 as a one week celebration was turned […]
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! by Regina Ussery
May is Mental Health Awareness month, and with the past year weighing heavily on a lot of people, it is important to make sure that you are taking care of your mental health. A mental health disorder is defined as a condition that affects the way you think, behave, or your emotions. It can negatively […]
Libraries are for everyone, not just book lovers by Bari Lotts
While watching the film Light of my Life this weekend, I was reminded of the importance of libraries. The dad, played by Casey Affleck, tells his daughter Rag, “stories are important and good because they connect us to other people, and they make the world seem like a bigger place”. The film, about a father […]
Learn New Hobbies With The Library: Glass Art by Jennifer McConkey
If you’re thinking about getting into a new hobby, you might imagine things like gardening, sewing, woodworking or coin collecting. But there are many more options to consider, like glasswork. While something that specialized may seem intimidating, you can learn plenty about it with the help of your local library. Whether you want to […]
Learn New Hobbies With The Library: Get Outdoors by Jennifer McConkey
After being inside more than normal this past year, it can be both exciting and intimidating to get back outdoors and active. One way to help yourself get back into nature could be to start a new hobby, like collecting leaves, seashells, etc., bicycling, or photographing birds. You can also keep a list or journal […]
Free Ways the Library Can Help Your Career by Regina Ussery
Life has changed drastically for our country during the past year. Simple daily activities have been altered – face masks, social distancing, and curbside pick up have become a part of the norm. For others, life has taken a more drastic turn that has forced them to reconsider their career. The Heartland Library Cooperative has […]
Face The New Year With Confidence With Help From The Library by Jennifer McConkey
Say goodbye to 2020! Many people are excited to leave 2020 behind and move on to a new year. But many are also facing uncertainties and anxiety as they look toward the future. So how can the library help you start the new year with confidence? By offering resources that help you to handle unexpected […]
Book Clubs Bring People Together by Samantha Roll
The holidays are all about spending time with loved ones and while this year is different from the rest we are still finding ways to connect. Last month, I talked about how my family interacted over Thanksgiving. It involved sharing recipes, coordinating mealtimes, and discussing a book we had all agreed to read–the verdict being […]
Please do and please don’t: a quick guide to the library by Krystyl Farmer
The Heartland Library Cooperative is made up of seven libraries from DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Highlands, and Okeechobee counties. You can borrow books, DVDs, magazines, and audiobooks. The staff gets asked a variety of questions throughout the day, some patrons want our opinions and some want to know the library rules. Allow me to shed some […]
Tomorrow will be Better by Vikki Brown
December is here, bringing with it cooler weather, family gatherings, laughter and the end of 2020. Many of us are excited to spend time with our loved ones and make new memories, and ready to close out this 2020 chapter of our stories. This year has been a trying one for everyone, and some more […]