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Esther and Brynn discuss Pulp: A Practical Guide to Cooking with Fruit by Abra Berens. They also discuss the fickleness of fruit, foraging, and swimming in cold water!
Esther and Brynn discuss making ma'louba from Arabiyya by Reem Assil. They also honor talk about the tenacity of people around the world who are working to maintain a sense of tradition and normalcy through food in the face of upheaval and war.
Happy Pi(e) Day everyone! On this month's episode of the Loveland Libcast, Esther and Brynn are joined by the 2023 Loveland Cherry Festival youth winner, Levi! Listen to the three of them talk about New York Apple Pie from Stacey Mei Yan Fong's 50 Pies, 50 States. They also discuss baking wins and baking flops.
Long time no see! We are happy to be back talking about cookbooks in the new year. Esther is joined by teen librarian Brynn to discuss The Woks of Life: Recipes to Know and Love from a Chinese American Family by Bill, Judy, Kaitlin, and Sarah Leung. Stop by the library on February 8th for your cooking kits. This month dumplings are on the table--just in time for Chinese New Year!
It's Ashlee's penultimate episode with the Loveland Libcast, and Esther and Ashlee discuss November's LOVEland Cookbook Group title New Native Kitchen by Freddie Bitsoie. *Please excuse Esther's rough sound quality this episode.*
Esther is joined by Jillian of Alternatives to Violence to discuss Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Alternatives to Violence provides shelter, advocacy, education and resources for people impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Since 1983, Alternatives to Violence has offered victims the opportunity to heal both emotionally and physically in a supportive environment. Each year, they provide emergency shelter, safety planning, advocacy, information and referrals to local resources, crisis intervention, and in some cases longer-term housing to over 1,600 people. Visit: https://alternativestoviolence.org/ for more information. Media Recommendations Related to DVAM: Black and Blue by Anna Quindlen Maid on Netflix Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft Fun Book Recommendations: Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid The Lost Causes of Bleak Creek by Rhett McLaughlin
Esther and Ashlee discuss October's LOVEland Cookbook Group title Dinner in One by Melissa Clark. They also discuss why they love autumn, how to cook rice in one minute, and why Esther shouldn't be afraid of pressure cookers (and neither should you!)
Esther and Ashlee are joined by special guest Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack to discuss September's LOVEland Cookbook Group title Mezcla by Ixta Belfrage. Follow Yvette's blog and be sure to check out her newest book Muy Bueno Fiestas!
Grab a frozen pickle and listen to Esther and Ashlee discuss August's LOVEland Cookbook Group title Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving edited by Judi Kingry and Lauren Devine. More Preservation Content: Allrecipes How to Can Ball Home Canning 101 Preservation: The Art and Science of Canning, Fermentation, and Dehydration by Christina Ward Serious Eats A Beginner's Guide to Canning USDA's Complete Guide to Home Canning Other Books: I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
Daniel and Ashlee are joined by Esther to discuss July's LOVEland Cookbook Group title The Don't Panic Pantry Cookbook by Noah Galuten. Food Media: Cook this Book by Molly Baz Don't Panic Pantry YouTube Channel NYT Cooking No-Recipe Recipes by Sam Sifton On Vegetables by Jeremy Fox and Noah Galuten Other Media: Kingdom of Dreams and Madness Maintenance Phase The Patron Saint of Second Chances by Christine Simon Rogues by George R.R. Martin You Just Need to Lose Weight by Aubrey Gordon
Esther is joined by librarians Anna and Monique to talk about upcoming summer events and all things Summer Learning! Be sure to check out upcoming events and register for the Summer Learning Program! Books Mentioned: The Last Animal by Ramona Ausubel Real to Me by Minh Lê If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin The Bridgertons Series by Julia Quinn Romantic Comedy by Cutis Sittenfeld Ink Blood Sister Scribe by Emma Törzs
Daniel and Ashlee are joined by Westword Food and Drink Editor, Molly Martin, to discuss Snacks for Dinner by Lukas Volger. More Food Media: Caroline Chamber's Newsletter What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking Cook this Book by Molly Baz Lukas Volger's Newsletter Family Friend Recipe of the Day Podcast Ruth Reichl's Newsletter La Briffe Saladish by Ilene Rosen Non-Food-Exclusive Media: CityCast Podcast The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker Westword Content and Upcoming Events: 2023 Best of Denver Out to Brunch on Saturday, June 10th Tacolandia on Saturday, August 19th
Daniel sits down with Leah Johnson, author and former elected Loveland official, to talk about her book- Finding Fantastic Joy: How building a self-advocacy campaign led me out of darkness. Other Books Mentioned: It's Not Your Money: How to live fully from divine abundance by Tosha Silver The Four Agreements: a practical guide to personal freedom by Miguel Ruiz The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho The Way of Integrity: finding the path to your true self by Martha Beck
Teen librarians Anna and Jo are joined by representatives from Larimer County Department of Health, Thompson Teens United, and the Youth Advisory Commission to discuss mental health resources for teens in our community. They also discuss the book How to Make Friends with the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow. Register for the Summer Learning Program and check out all of the upcoming events at the Loveland Public Library this summer! Get Connected: Thompson Teens United Thompson Teens United Instagram link Harrington Arts Alliance Loveland Youth Advisory Commission Loveland Youth Advisory Commission Instagram link Larimer Youth Mental Health Resources for Teens: I Matter. Save 2 Tell Call 1-844-493-TALK (8255) if you need support in a crisis. Books and Authors Mentioned: Land of Stories by Chris Colfer Untamed by Glennon Doyle The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones Stephen King Sarah J. Maas When Books Went to War by Molly Guptill Manning The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery The Power of Fun Catherine Price
Ashlee and Daniel discuss the May 2023 LOVEland Cookbook Group title- Mooncakes and Milk Bread: Sweet and Savory Recipes Inspired by Chinese Bakeries by Kristina Cho Books and Media Mentioned: Marbled Shortbread Recipe from Denver-based baker Elana Berusch Mayumu: Filipino American Desserts Remixed My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh My Heart is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones
Esther is joined by award-winning poet Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer to discuss her new book, All the Honey, and her upcoming performance and workshop in Loveland. The Loveland Poet Laureate Program and Columbine Poets: Northern Chapter will host Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer for a Friday evening performance (May 12th) at the Rialto Theater and a Saturday morning workshop (May 13th) in Rialto's Devereaux Room. Both events are fundraisers. For more information: Performance, May 12th 7:00pm Workshop, May 13th 9:30am To Follow Rosemerry: All the Honey by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer Daily Poetry Blog The Poetic Path on the Ritual App Poetry of Presence and Companion Guides
Guest host, Esther, is joined by poets Marj Hahne and Evan Oakley in honor of National Poetry Month. To follow more of Marj Hahne's work: www.marjhahne.com Marj Hahne Youtube Channel To follow more of Evan Oakley's work: https://www.coloradopoetscenter.org/poets/oakley_evan/ More Poetry: Against Forgetting: Twentieth-Century Poetry of Witness Czeslaw Milosz
¡Este es un episodio especial en español! Las bibliotecarias Monique y Claudeth entrevistan al artista Memo Plastilina. El día de los niños/El día de los libros 04/18/2023 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM ¡Acompaña al personal de la biblioteca y al artista, Memo Plastilina, en un taller especial de modelado de plastilina! Se requiere asistencia de los padres para niños menores de 5 años. Suministros proporcionados. Por favor registre a CADA niño que asiste.
Ashlee and Daniel discuss the April LOVEland Cookbook Group title: Homage: Recipes and Stories from an Amish Soul Food Kitchen by Chris Scott. Books and Media Mentioned: A Closed and Common Orbit by Becky Chambers
Daniel is joined by Dani and Brittany from the Larimer County Office on Aging Family Caregiver Support Program. Get Connected with the Larimer County Office on Aging: facebook.com/LCOAofcolorado 970-498-7758 Caregiver Landing Page: https://www.larimer.gov/caregiver Larimer County Network of Care: https://larimer.co.networkofcare.org/aging/content.aspx?cid=9500 Books and Authors Mentioned: It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover Caps for Sale by Esphyr Slobodkina Stellaluna by Janell Cannon Eric Carle
Daniel and Ashlee are joined by Amber Porter, bread baker at Ginger and Baker, to discuss this month's LOVEland Cookbook Group Title: New World Sourdough by Bryan Ford. More Bread Media: The Fresh Loaf Bake with Jack King Arthur Baking Wordloaf by Andrew Janjigian Sourdough_Explained Books Mentioned: Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo Kindred by Octavia Butler Piranesi by Susanna Clarke A Court of Thorn and Roses by Sarah Maas The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
On this YA Book Talk episode of the Loveland Libcast, Teen Services manager Johanna joins Daniel and teen librarians Anna and Becca to discuss They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera. Other Books Mentioned: The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz An Ember in the Ashes series by Sabaa Tahir Magnus Chase series by Rick Riordan Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
In celebration of Black History Month, Daniel and Ashlee are joined by author Adrian Miller to discuss his book Soul Food: the surprising story of an American cuisine, one plate at a time. Recipe kits to go along with Soul Food will be available on Feburary 9th while supplies last- this month's kit is for Minnie Utsey's “Never Fail” Cornbread. Cookbooks and Food History Books Mentioned: The Jemima Code by Toni Tipton-Martin Koshersoul by Michael Twitty Tanya Holland's California Soul by Tanya Holland High on the Hog by Jessica B Harris Homage by Chris Scott Black Food by Bryant Terry Other Reads: The Ravenmaster by Christopher Skaife Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami
Daniel is joined by librarians Beth and Erik to discuss the 2023 Sweetheart City Passes. They also preview exciting upcoming events in the Children's and Technology divisions of the Loveland Public Library. Follow this link to sign up for a Sweetheart City Pass! Books and Authors Mentioned: Christina SoontornvatCome hear Chistina Soontornvat in person on February 8th at 6:00pm! Colleen Hoover The Ivory Carver Trilogy by Sue Harrison The Time Circle Series by Linda Lay Shuler Neuromancer by William Gibson
Ashlee and Daniel discuss the non-fussy and super popular January LOVEland Cookbook Group title: Smitten Kitchen Keepers: New Classics for Your Forever Files by Deb Perelman. More Food Blogs: Deb Perelman's Smitten Kitchen Joy The Baker i am a food blog Dessert for Two Food 52 Other Books and Authors Mentioned: The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers David Herbert Donald Wheel of Time Series
Daniel and Teddy are joined by Erin and Mark from the Larimer County Office on Aging to discuss resources and upcoming programming for older adults, caregivers, and community members. To contact or stay informed with the Larimer County Office on Aging, visit larimer.gov/seniors, email adrc@larimer.org, or call (970) 498-7750. If you are a caregiver looking for support, call: (970) 498-7758. If you are a service provider wanting to contract with the LCOOA, visit: https://www.larimer.gov/finance/purchasing Books and Authors Mentioned: Trauma Stewardship by Laura van Dernoot Lipsky The Explicit Gospel by Matt Chandler Beth Moore Jada Edwards
Daniel is joined by Loveland Public Library staff Shane, Preston, and Jake to discuss their favorite media of 2022. Shane's Picks: Book: Wayward Pines by Blake Crouch Movie: The Beatles Get Back Television Show: Star Wars Andor Game: Alien Tabletop RPG Preston's Picks: Book: Star Wars High Republic Series Book: The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss Movie: Antlers Movie: Black Adam Movie: The Batman Television Show: Obi-Wan Kenobi Television Show: Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Game: Star Wars Armada Jake's Picks: Book: Cadillac Desert by Marc Reisner Movie: The Green Knight Television Show: House of the Dragon Television Show: Love, Death & Robots Game: Civilization VI Daniels's Picks: Book: An American Marriage by Tayari Jones Movie: Smile Television Show: The Rehearsal Game: Time Emporium Escape Rooms
Ashlee and Daniel discuss the December 2022 LOVEland Cookbook Group title Bravetart: iconic American desserts by Stella Parks, as well as the December recipe kits to get you started on homemade Oreo Cookies with Vanilla Oreo Filling (available on Thursday, December 8th while supplies lasts). More content like Bravetart: BakeWise by Shirely O. Corriher https://lanibakes.co/ Books Mentioned: The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers Fevre Dream, by George R. R. Martin Theme Music: “Joy Jumping” by Richard Myhill
Olga and Dan from The Salvation Army of Loveland join the podcast to discuss volunteer opportunities- such as being a bell ringer- this holiday season. Interested volunteers can call Olga Duvall at The Salvation Army of Loveland at 970-699-8380 or email Olga.Duvall@usw.salvationarmy.org To volunteer to ring bells, register online at https://volunteer.usawest.org/OpportunityDetail.aspx?ID=6884 Donate money to The Salvation Army of Loveland virtual red kettle at LovelandRedKettle.org The Salvation Army of Loveland webpage https://loveland.salvationarmy.org/ Book Recommendations: Breakfast at Sally's: one homeless man's inspirational journey by Richard LeMieux Books by C.J. Box Theme Music: “Joy Jumping” by Richard Myhill
In this Veterans' Day episode, Teddy sits down with Kerri Puckett, Public Affairs Specialist with Cheyenne VA Medical Center, and Lauren Northrop, Suicide Prevention/Community Engagements & Partnership Coordinator with Cheyenne VA Medical Center to discuss services offered in the new Northern Colorado VA Clinic, located in Loveland, Colorado at 4575 Byrd Drive Loveland, CO 80538 and elsewhere in Northern Colorado. Much thanks to all our veterans! Cheyenne VA Medical Center link: https://www.va.gov/cheyenne-health-care/ Northern Colorado VA Clinic link: https://www.va.gov/cheyenne-health-care/locations/northern-colorado-va-clinic/ Veteran Suicide Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1, link: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ VA Points of Contact: Melvin Turner, Veteran Experience Officer (307) 778-7550 Kerry Puckett, Public Affairs Specialist (307) 778-7550 Lauren Northrop Suicide Prevention/Community Engagements & Partnership Coordinator (307) 778-7550 Women's Health clinic number: (970) 593-3300 Veterans Affairs Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VeteransAffairs Cheyenne VAMC Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CheyenneVAHCS Cheyenne VAMC Twitter page: https://twitter.com/cheyennevamc VSO Clinic links Larimer County Veteran Service Office: https://www.larimer.gov/veterans Weld County Veteran Service Office: https://www.weld.gov/Government/Departments/Veterans-Services Podcasts Metnioned: Paul Corbett Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/thesitrep Paul Corbett Podcast link: https://www.amazon.com/theSITREP-Podcast/dp/B09SMXB39M Books Mentioned: Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink, Extreme ownership : how U.S. Navy SEALs lead and win |... (flatironslibrary.org) Stealing Fire by Steven Kotler, Stealing fire : how Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALS, and... (flatironslibrary.org) The Rise of Superman by Steven Kotler, The rise of superman : : decoding the science of ultimate... (flatironslibrary.org)
Ashlee and Daniel are joined by chef Susan Reid to discuss the November LOVEland Cookbook Group title: The Book on Pie by Erin Jeanne McDowell. They also talk pie, smart baking tips, and who to follow in the world of baking. Susan Reid is a chef, writer, and imperfect influencer. Follow her content here: Capable Kitchen video series on Instagram @chefsusaninvt Susan Reid's Writing on King Arthur https://thewellplatedlife.net/ Books Mentioned: King Arthur Baking Company: The All-Purpose Baker's Companion The King Arthur Flour Cookie Companion: The Essential Cookie Cookbook Vintage Pies: Classic American Pies for Today's Home Baker by Anne Collins I Hear America Cooking by Betty Fussell The Food Lab by J. Kenji López-Alt Blueberry Hill Cookbook by Elsie Masterton Art of The Pie by Kate McDermott Stand Facing the Stove by Anne Mendelson More Pie Content: Loko Kitchen Stella Parks The Sporkful: “The Art–and Joy–of Recipe Writing” Theme Music: “Joy Jumping” by Richard Myhill
Happy Halloween! Daniel is joined by librarians Becca and Esther and special guest Haley for a spoooooky episode! They discuss Dracula by Bram Stoker and YA book Lost Girls: A Vampire Revenge Story by Sonia Hartl. Don't miss the Day of the Dead Community Celebration at the Loveland Museum on November 5th from 11 am- 1 pm Check out upcoming Teen Events here. Register for the next Poetry Workshop on November 5th here. Media Mentioned: Buffy the Vampire Slayer Bram Stoker's Dracula Twilight by Stephanie Meyer Theme Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Daniel is joined by Loveland Public Library board members Craig and Kathy to discuss what it means to be a library board member. Want to help create and advocate the strategic direction of the Library's future? Serving on the advisory board is one of the most meaningful ways to contribute. Join us on our quest to make the Library the best it can be! Apply at lovlib.org/libraryboard by October 31st! Books Mentioned: The Sentence by Louise Erdrich Bittersweet by Coleen McCullough The Friend by Sigrid Nunez Honor by Thrity Umrigar Theme Music: "Joy Jumping" by Richard Myhill
Ashlee and Daniel discuss the October LOVEland Cookbook Group title: Mi Cocina by Rick Martínez. Ashlee offers some suggestions for food content creators and restaurants to check out in honor of the first annual Colorado Hispanic Restaurant Week! For more on Mi Cocina author, Rick Martínez, check out his podcast and website here. Hispanic Restaurant Recommendations: Colorado Food Magazine's Top 100 Hispanic Restaurants Dana Rodriguez's Restaurants: Cantina Loca Super Mega Bien Work & Class Media Mentioned: Dracula by Bram Stoker League of Their Own The Lost Girls by Sonia Hartl Wheel of Time Series by Robert Jordan Theme music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
AAUW members Karla and Jan join Daniel to discuss the Loveland Branch of AAUW and the upcoming 11th Annual Conversation With Authors Event, featuring local authors Eleanor Brown and Steven Schwartz. 11th Annual Conversation With Authors Event October 15th 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Best Western Conference Center, Loveland $45 for Presentations and Breakfast, with all proceeds benefiting the AAUW Scholarship Fund. For more information, visit the AAUW website or peruse the CWA Schedule and Brochure. Email: karendanbom@gmail.com to reserve your spot by 9/30. Books Mentioned: The Overstory by Richard Powers We Were the Mulvaneys by Joyce Carol Oates The Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood A Crack in the Edge of the World by Simon Winchester
Daniel is joined by special guests Loveland Poet Laureate, Lynn Kincanon, and former Colorado Poet Laureate, Joe Hutchison, to discuss the library's upcoming Poetry Workshop Series: “Encountering a Poet.” In this series, poets from around Colorado will present a chosen poet's work and engage the participants in writing inspired by their works or in the style of the poet. Space is limited! Follow this link to register for one or multiple workshops. To follow the Loveland Poet Laureate Program and Lynn Kincanon: https://www.facebook.com/lovelandpoetlaureate/ To follow the work of Joe Hutchison: https://www.jhwriter.com/ Books mentioned: Airmail: The Letters of Robert Bly and Tomas Transtomer Pacific Light by David Mason Words Under the Words by Naomi Shihab Nye The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Ashlee and Daniel join special guest, author Allyson Reedy, to discuss the September LOVEland Cookbook Group title: 50 Things to Bake Before You Die. They also discuss ragebaking, baking as childcare, and being baking mortals. Mark your calendars for the upcoming LOVEland Cookbook Group Potluck on October 15th from 12:00-2:00 in the Gertrude Scott Meeting Room at the Library. Ashlee Redger will lead an in-person discussion about all things cooking and baking, with a focus on the August, September, and October LOVEland Cookbook Group titles. To read more from Allyson Reedy: 5280 Magazine Denver Post To follow the writing of our very own Ashlee Redger: Westword Cookbooks and Baking Websites Mentioned: Cake By Courtney Chelsweets by Chelsey White Handle the Heat with Tessa Arias Joanne Chang: Flour: Spectacular Recipes from Boston's Flour Bakery + Cafe Flour, Too Cookie Love by Mindy Segal Christina Tosi: Milk Bar Life: Recipes and Stories All About Cake Fiction, Memoir, and Essays Mentioned: Tomorrow. and tomorrow, and tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin From the Desk of Alicia Kennedy Ruth Reichl: Save Me the Plums Garlic and Sapphires Dracula by Bram Stoker Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Special guest Nancy Brauhn-Curnes joins Daniel and Children's librarians Cindy and Monique to discuss the upcoming Community Drum Circle on September 24th. Daniel and Nancy also explore the history of Nancy's company, Djembe Jive, and the power of drumming to create community and promote well-being and play. Cindy and Monique give a sneak peak to some of the exciting upcoming events for children at the library. Community Drum Circle September 24th, 6:00-7:30 At the Norma & Lynn Hammond Amphitheater 2750 N. Taft Ave (within North Lake Park) Loveland, Colorado 80538 Registration is required. Please register here. Visit www.letsdrumnow.com to peruse what all Djembe Jive has to offer in the community. Upcoming Childrens' Events: Chess Club: Every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 Come to the Treehouse in Children's if you are 5-11 years old and want to learn or play chess. Every Thursday beginning Aug 11th. Brickmasters: First Wednesday, 3:30-5:00 Come to the Mrs. Runschmunkel's Reading Room (storytime room) the first Wednesday of each month to build a creation with the library's LEGOs and display it all month. Ages 4+. Tech Afternoon: Oct. 21st, 12:45-1:45 Meet in the reading room to play with robots and technology! Learn to Play Ukulele: Oct. 27th, Nov. 3rd, Nov. 10th, 4:00-5:00 For aspiring ukulele players between the ages of 7-10. Visit or call the Children's desk at 970-962-2587 to register as space is limited. Media Mentioned: They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera Grandma Gatewood's Walk: The Inspiring Story of the Woman Who Saved the Appalachian Trail by Ben Montgomery Nope from writer/director Jordan Peele Drums of Passion by Babatunde Olatunji
On this special episode of the Loveland LibCast, Daniel visits the Annual Cherry Pie Festival and chats with Loveland residents about cherry pie, their favorite things to do in Loveland, and what they like to read (recorded July 16, 2022). Thanks to the Loveland Museum for inviting the podcast to join the celebration, and all those who stopped by to chat! Books Mentioned: Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don't Know by Malcolm Gladwell How Civil Wars Start and How to Stop Them by Barbara F. Walter Man and His Symbols by Carl G. Jung Interview With The Vampire by Anne Rice Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney Wings of Fire by Tui Sutherland Don Quixote by Migel de Cervantes Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle The Serious Goose by Jimmy Kimmel Reynard the Fox by Anne Louise Avery Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Ashlee and Daniel discuss the August LOVEland Cookbook Group title: I Dream of Dinner (so You Don't Have To) by Ali Slagle. They also give a sneak peak of the season two LOVEland Cookbook Group titles, and Ashlee shares some culinary newsletters that she has been following. Newsletters: Andrew Janjigian's Wordloaf Grace Kelly's The Messy Kitchen Debora Robertson's Lickedpoon Dorie Greenspan's xoxo Dorie Aubrey Gordon and Michael Hobbes's podcast on the junk science of health and wellness fads can be found here. Books Mentioned: What We Don't Talk About When We Talk About Fat by Aubrey Gordon People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry More books by David Herbert Donald Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Former Loveland Public Library Children's librarian- and current library consultant- Haley joins Daniel to discuss what it's like working at a library, as well as the Loveland Public Library ULab initiative to create meaningful library partnerships and opportunities for the community of Loveland. Learn more about the Community Conversation reports and ULab results on the Library's webpage: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/information/who-we-are/community-conversations Check out Haley's consulting group here: https://athenaeum.consulting/ Books Mentioned: For adults: The Expanse Series by James S. A. Corey For kids: The Marvellers by Dhonielle Clayton Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Daniel is joined by local poet Beth Lechleitner to discuss her upcoming reading and poetry workshop, her poetry background, and to hear a few of her poems. Beth's reading will be on August 5th at 7pm in the Devereaux room, and the workshop is on August 6th in the Devereaux room from 10am to noon (registration recommended for the workshop). This podcast, along with the reading and workshop, are presented in partnership with the Loveland Poet Laureate Program & Columbine Poets - Northern Chapter. Learn more about Beth's upcoming reading and workshop at this link. You can also register for her workshop on August 6th by going to this link. Check out Beth's blog here: secondlettersalon.blogspot.com Purchase Beth's collection of poetry “Catchments” here. Books Mentioned: Rember: the science of memory and the art of forgetting by Lisa Genova Breakthrough: how to overcome doubt, fear, and resistance to be your ultimate creative self by Todd Mitchell Ada Limón titles Veronica Patterson titles Lisa Zimmerman titles Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Featuring Kim Joiner, Admissions Counselor & Recruiter, AIMS Community College. In this episode of the Loveland Libcast, Teddy interviews Kim about AIMS Community Colleges participation in the Meet Your College Series, beginning 13 June 2022 at Loveland Public Library and what AIMS has to offer prospective students (traditional & nontraditional) during the event series and on campus. There is just one advising session left for the month of July on the 25th from 1-2pm. Resources Mentioned: AIMS Early Childhood Education AIMS Campus Tours AIMS Student Commons Books mentioned: Privilege, Power, and Difference by Allen G Johnson Shows mentioned: Stranger Things Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Ashlee and Daniel are joined by special guest Grace Kelly (with Serious Eats, and formerly of America's Test Kitchen) to discuss the July LOVEland Cookbook Group title- How to Cocktail by America's Test Kitchen. They also talk about Ashlee and Grace's time as interns at America's Test Kitchen, Grace's work at Serious Eats, and answer some listener questions about cocktails, cooking, and the food industry. Don't forget, the first LOVEland Cookbook Group potluck is on Saturday, July 23rd from 12pm - 2pm in the Gertrude Scott Meeting room at the Loveland Library. Check out Serious Eats here! Grace's upcoming guide on where to eat in Providence can be found here. King Arthur Gluten-Free Baking guide. Books Mentioned: Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe Beautiful World, Where are You by Sally Rooney Grant by Ron Chernow
Jenni Dobson and Jennifer Cousino from the Loveland Museum- as well as local historian Sharon Danhauer- join the podcast to talk to Daniel about the upcoming Cherry Pie Celebration and Loveland's unique history with cherries. The Cherry Pie Celebration is a free event on Saturday, July 16 at 5pm that will take place in Peters Park and the parking lot, next to the Museum. To learn more about the Cherry Pie Celebration, or the exhibits, programs, and events going on at the Loveland Museum, visit: https://www.thelovelandmuseum.org/ Discover more about the Loveland Historical Society at their website: https://www.lovelandhistorical.org/ Click this link and scroll down the page to find the virtual lesson on the cherry industry in Northern Colorado. Interested in Historic Larimer County? Visit their website here: https://historiclarimercounty.org/ Books Mentioned: Little Britches by Ralph Moody The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt Podcast Mentioned: https://www.smartless.com/
Teen Librarians Becca and Anna join Daniel to talk about how the Summer Learning Program is going for the Teen division at the Loveland Public Library, all of the awesome Summer Learning Program events Teens can look forward to in July, and they also dive deep into the YA book Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo, which is the sequel to Six of Crows (previously discussed on the podcast). Check out what's going on in Teens for the Summer Learning Program here. Books mentioned: Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera Saga: Volume 1 by Brian K. Vaughan
Children's Librarians Andrea and Keleigh join Daniel to discuss all things kid-related for the 2022 Summer Learning Program, as well as the fun events and programs going on into the future. Learn all about the wonderful Summer Learning Program events for Children at the Loveland Public Library right here . Visit the full calendar of Loveland Public Library events at this link: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/events Adult Book Recommendations: The Last WIld Horses: A Novel by Maja Lunde The History of Bees by Maja Lunde Duma Key by Stephen King Into the Drowning Deep by Mira Grant Book Recommendations for Kids: The Flowers are Calling by Rita Gray Dinosaur on Kitty Island by Michael Slack Dog Says, Cat Says by Marilyn Singer Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
In this special episode of the Loveland Libcast, Michael Anthony Tatmon presents another installment of "Black America: Unchained”, this time focusing on Juneteenth.
A special split episode featuring Vesna Bashovska, Teen Division Librarian at Loveland Public Library and Dion Duran and Phillip Hayes of Front Range Community College. In this episode of the Loveland Libcast Teddy interviews Vesna, Dion, and Phillip about the Meet Your College Series, beginning 14 June 2022 at Loveland Public Library. On June 14th, AIMS Community College will present information about academics, financial aid, and when they will be in the library to offer individual counseling 14 June from 5-7pm in the Gertrude Scott Conference Room. This will be followed by an information session by Front Range Community College on 21 June where Front Range Community College will give their presentation followed by information on when they will be in the building offering college counseling as well from 5-7 pm in the Gertrude Scott Conference Room. Resources Mentioned: CareerRise | Larimer County Books mentioned: How to Avoid a Climate Disaster by Bill Gates: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/8a0af902-122b-740a-9bf3-1471b03ef598/Home?searchId=33043777&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local Music mentioned: Driftin' by Herbie Hancock: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/75d3c3d1-5519-79b8-52fa-d96b173dde0c/Home?searchId=33043871&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local Books by Richard Rohr: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Author/Home?author=%22Rohr%2C+Richard%22&basicSearchType=Author&type=Keyword&sort=year+asc%2Ctitle+asc&view=list Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Ashlee and Daniel discuss the June LOVEland Cookbook Group title- Jubilee: recipes from two centuries of African American cooking by Toni Tipton-Martin. Ashlee also discusses high altitude baking and gives listeners a few tips. Don't forget, the LOVEland Cookbook Group potluck is on July 23rd. Click here for more info! King Arthur Baking tips for High Altitude Ashlee's Cookbook Article in Westword Books mentioned: The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor 50 Things to Bake Before You Die by Allyson Reedy Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill
Ashlee from the City of Loveland Parks & Recreation department, Shane from the Loveland CreatorSpace, and the library's own Children's Department librarian Beth join the podcast to discuss the Sweetheart City Pass program, which is launching in June. Follow this link if you're interested in applying for a job with the City of Loveland Parks and Rec department: Learn more about the Loveland CreatorSpace here Loveland Farmers Market information can be found at this link All the Parks and Rec Events can be found at this link Books Mentioned Bregdan Chronicles by Ginny Dye Titles by Karen Kingsbury The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D Titles by Elin Hilderbrand Movie Mentioned The American Underdog Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill