The Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach reaches out to inspire, inform, and create a delightful quality of life. Let's get expansive and make some soundwaves. Haven’t you heard? Libraries aren’t that quiet anymore. Voices from the Stacks empowers library users by giving them a platform to share their stories. You’ll meet and get to know our staff and our community members and maybe find your next great read. Interviews are from around the library and beyond our walls.
It's that time again – tune in now to the FINAL episode of our summer podcast series! We discuss how YOU can create your very own podcast right here in the library – we have everything you need! You also don't want to miss Luckas' uncanny impersonation of a beloved children's TV character! Listen now! Music used in this episode: Changed Tomorrow by Ketsa is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/5d/changed-tomorrow/ Exactly by Ketsa is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/1-of-1/exactly/ Special Place by Ketsa is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/Above_and_Below/Special_Place_1026/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's that time again – tune in for the latest Voices from the Stacks podcast episode! Have you heard of the Mandel Mobile van? This week, we're sitting down with Librarian Chris to hear about his amazing work providing library services out in the community! Listen now! Tune in every next week for our final "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" episode! Music used in this episode: Awakenings by Ketsa is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/Above_and_Below/Awakenings_1766 Inner Light by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300021 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Changed Tomorrow by Ketsa is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/5d/changed-tomorrow/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's that time again – tune in for the latest Voices from the Stacks podcast episode! This week, we're having the age-old debate of the book vs the movie. Let us know if you agree with us! We talk about everything from Normal People and The Book Thief to Matilda and Pride and Prejudice. Listen now! Tune in every week during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! Special Place by Ketsa is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/Above_and_Below/Special_Place_1026/ Inner Light by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300021 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Changed Tomorrow by Ketsa is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Source: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/5d/changed-tomorrow/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's that time again – tune in for the latest Voices from the Stacks podcast episode! This week, we're talking about our adult education resources and the job help we offer here at the library. Listen now to learn more about the programs and services we offer! Tune in every week during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! *Summer Reading Challenge Beanstack URL: MandelPublicLibrary.Beanstack.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's that time again – tune in for the latest Voices from the Stacks podcast episode! This week, we're talking about books, books, and more books! Which books are you reading this summer to complete the reading challenge? We share childhood favorites and current reads that you may want to add to your list too! We even talk about Twilight – are you a fan?! If you haven't already, don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack using our library's special URL: MandelPublicLibrary.Beanstack.com. Tune in every week during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's that time again – tune in for the latest Voices from the Stacks podcast episode! This week we sat down with AmeriCorps member Olivia, who is celebrating her last week here at the library! She has helped countless individuals over the last 10 months, and she shares some of her experiences with us. Later in the episode, we also talk about some fantastic programs we have coming up this week – for kids and adults! If you haven't already, don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack using our library's special URL: MandelPublicLibrary.Beanstack.com. Tune in every week during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's officially week three of the summer reading challenge – and as always we have some mer-mazing things to share with you! This week, we're sitting down with Fiber Artist Kianga Jinaki to talk about her amazing art and the classes she instructs here at the library, including her recent Juneteenth Celebration collage art class! She also shares free local events that are celebrating Juneteenth this weekend that you won't want to miss! And have you ever wanted to sew? Don't miss her Soulful Stitching class! If you haven't already, don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack using our library's special URL: MandelPublicLibrary.Beanstack.com. Tune in every week during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's officially week two of the summer reading challenge – and we have some mer-mazing things to share with you! Listen to this week's episode for really cool programs, especially happening in Teen Source on the second floor! Our Teen Librarian Ms. Sophie shares a bunch of great information for teens and tweens – and she shares some amazing news about her new book coming out this summer called The Witchery! She even throws in some writing tips! If you haven't already, don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack using our library's special URL: MandelPublicLibrary.Beanstack.com. Tune in every Wednesday during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
It's officially the first day of summer reading – and we have lots to say about it! Listen to our first “Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library” podcast episode for exciting programs and services happening this summer – and to hear from one of our children's librarians, Ms. Jillian! If you haven't already, don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack using our library's special URL: MandelPublicLibrary.Beanstack.com. *This episode highlights the upcoming program Creepy Crawlies with the Cox Science Center on Saturday, June 11! And we also talk about Summer Breakspot, which provides free nutritious lunches and snacks to those 18 and under, Mondays – Fridays from June 6 to July 22. These free lunches are sponsored by the USDA Summer Food Service Program, and the library is providing them in partnership with the School District of Palm Beach County. Tune in every Wednesday during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
We're back! Tune in every Wednesday during the "Oceans of Possibilities at Your City Library" summer reading challenge! The school year is ending, the temperature is rising, and we're getting ready to stake out our favorite spots on the beach to read this summer. It's time to dive into our 2022 Summer Reading Program: Oceans of Possibilities! It's our annual Summer Reading Program, and this year it has an aquatic spin. Readers of all ages can earn prizes this summer for logging their reading; plus, we're offering a variety of ocean-themed programs at the library to celebrate! The possibilities are endless! We'll be discussing all of the amazing programs, fun book recommendations, and we'll be hearing from library staff! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
Storytelling is an artform. Here's a story as told by Assistant Circulation Supervisor, Sandra. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
The Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach celebrates National Library Week (April 4-10, 2021) for an entire month with Fine Forgiveness! In this minisode, Reference Librarian Emily and Circulation/Technical Services Manager Theresa share the news of the four-week amnesty period and going fine free. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
Sophie and Kristine discuss what they've been reading lately (Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko and Rebel by Beverly Jenkins respectively), Emily shares information about programs like Get That Job Workshop that can help jump start your career, Sarah recommends the Brown Sister Series by Talia Hibbert, Faith talks with Sophie about Sweethearts Book Club and the romance genre with its "beautiful love stories between people that highlight different perspectives and lived experiences," and kids Kalil and Jada share their coding projects about the lives of Mae Jemison and Harriet Tubman from Tech Lab Celebrates Black History Month. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
In this episode, Kristine and Sophie discuss shifting roles as youth services librarians and how they stayed occupied in a socially distanced world. In the What's New segment, Emily shares the Winter Reading Program keeping readers of all ages motivated virtually via Beanstack. Children's Librarian Jeanne talks about how she leveraged technology to make storytime virtual and discusses details of creating Grab and Go kits for children. Circulation assistant Leah shares how patrons responded to walk-up pickup service after the library closed due to the pandemic. And Kate, a regular patron for at least 7 years, lets us know how librarians and resources offered by the library helped to create and inspire an engaging curriculum for her homeschooled family of four. Did you discover new hobbies or revisit old ones in 2020? Pages Javontae and Wendy play 2020 bingo and talk about the impression that the year made on them. Libraries are innovative places that help people at any stage of life reach their goals and realize their dreams. While 2020 was a unique year, libraries have always been creatively pivoting and asking how we can continue to be the heart of the community. Let us know how we supported you in 2020 and give us ideas on how the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach can support you in 2021 and beyond, by reach out to the Voices from the Stacks podcast team at mplpodcast@WPBCitylibrary.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
The hashtag “#LibrariesRespond” was started by the American Library Association's Office for Diversity, Literacy, and Outreach Services. Its purpose: to create a space for libraries “to help keep current events in conversation with libraries' ongoing work in and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.” In solidarity with this ongoing conversation and our communities' stand against racism, this episode of Voices From the Stacks, features conversations with staff about race, injustice, and issues that affect the daily lives of BIPOC. And this is a library podcast; you know we'll talk about our diverse collection and our programs that strive to inspire understanding and community healing too. Visit wpbcitylibrary.org to check out “#LibrariesRespond: A Black Lives Matter Reading List” on our Notes from the Stacks blog A list of all materials recommended on this episode and transcripts are available on the Voices from the Stacks website. This episode is offered under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International license. Music Used in this Episode: "Slow Rollout" by Blue Dot Sessions (CC BY-NC 4.0) "Traction" by Chad Crouch (CC BY-NC 3.0) "Awakenings" by Ketsa (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) "Headway" by Kai Engel (CC BY 4.0) "I Can See" It by DarkSunn (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) "State of the World (Original)" by Makaih Beats (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
Last week we covered our favorite movies and TV shows. Today, our library staff are sharing what they're reading. (Makes sense for a library podcast, right?) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
You asked and we're telling. In this episode, our staff shares our favorite movies and television shows to watch. Join us Thursdays on Instagram and Facebook stories to ask us anything live. Stay tuned to hear what we're reading in our next episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
In this miniepisode of Voices from the Stacks, meet technical services staff Claudia and Ionnie. Claudia discusses how the library is practicing shipment distancing and putting newly delivered books in quarantine while Ionnie discusses her favorite books of last year and shares what she's reading right now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
Our library, like most libraries in the United States and all libraries in South Florida, is currently closed to help prevent the spread of the pandemic known as the Coronavirus – or COVID-19. We will continue to offer virtual services – references services via telephone and access to downloadable ebooks, e-audiobooks, and downloadable movies and music. Reference Librarian, Emily, announces the library's new blog "Notes from the Stacks"and recommends "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" by Annie Barrows and Mary Ann Shaffer. Stay tuned for mini-episodes where we'll be sharing what's new and our recommendations on what to read now! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
The Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach reaches out to inspire, inform, and create a delightful quality of life. Let's get expansive and make some soundwaves. Haven't you heard? Libraries aren't that quiet anymore. Voices from the Stacks empowers library users by sharing their stories. In this podcast, you'll meet and get to know our staff and our community members and maybe even find your next great read. In our very first episode Teen Librarian, Sophie, and Associate Librarian, Amris, go into the digital recording studio to talk about how libraries made an impact on their lives and helped them become lifelong readers. They also discuss their reading goals last year. Hispanic Outreach Librarian, Tara, talks with technology librarian Stephen about his goal of reading the top 100 books as chosen by viewers of PBS's The Great American Read. Stephen found that audio books were helpful while commuting to work and caring for a newborn at home. Tara also speaks to volunteer Sister Vivian who helped to facilitate the Community ID of the Palm Beaches ID Drive which provides a reliable form of ID useful for law enforcement, health centers, schools, businesses, and more. Sister Vivian discusses her reading habits, her book club, and how she loves to come to the library to smell the books. Reference Librarian, Emily, speaks with participants of Millennials Ruin a Book Club who talked about how joining the book club helped to expand their reading horizons. Reference Librarian, Bethany, then invites listeners to join the book club. Children's Librarian, Kristine, was the host and editor for this episode. Music by Ketsa. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voices-from-the-stacks/message
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