tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52619992011-05-24T11:14:48.018-07:00Escondido Public Library's Latest NewsEscondido Public Library's web log for the latest library and community news.Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comBlogger3621100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1106692146303485862005-01-25T14:22:00.000-08:002005-01-25T14:29:06.303-08:00Marshal South: The Ghost Mountain Chronicles Come learn about the controversial Anzo-Borrego desert hermit of the 30s and 40s who chronicled his family's primitive lifestyle for Desert Magazine. Monday, January 31, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. at the Main Library (239 S. Kalmia St.) in the Turrentine Room. For more information see flyer.Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1102362622411429232004-12-06T11:48:00.000-08:002004-12-06T11:50:22.410-08:00Fewer librarians in San Diego schools Despite the fact that new libraries are being built in area schools, the districts don't have money to pay for professional librarians to staff them. Read more in the Union-Tribune article: http://www.signonsandiego.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1102362501459238542004-12-06T11:45:00.000-08:002004-12-06T11:48:21.460-08:00Diet book by Escondido doctor The San Diego Union-Tribune has written an article about Dr. Nick Yphantides, the Escondido doctor who wrote the recent diet book, My Big Fat Greek Diet: http://www.signonsandiego.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1101838995437295102004-11-30T10:20:00.000-08:002004-11-30T10:23:15.436-08:0054th Annual Escondido Jaycees Christmas Parade The Escondido Junior Chamber of Commerce presents this year's Christmas Parade - "A Critter Christmas" - Saturday, December 11th beginning at 9:30 a.m. The parade travels along Broadway from Escondido High School to Grape Day Park. See the web site for more information: http://www.escondidojaycees.org/ Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1101838768857188592004-11-30T10:15:00.000-08:002004-11-30T10:19:28.856-08:00Jingle Bell Cruise & Antique-a-thon See pre-1974 American-made custom, classic and vintage vehicles and hot rods cruise Grand Avenue on December 4, 2004 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, contact the Downtown Business Association at 760-745-8877. Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1101838514949951042004-11-30T10:14:00.000-08:002004-11-30T10:15:14.950-08:00City Council Awards Each year at the State of the City meeting, the City Council recognizes residents who have improved the quality of life in Escondido through their volunteer service. If you know of an Escondido resident who has made a significant impact to the community, please obtain a nomination form from the City Manager’s Office or download one from www.escondido.org/government/awards. Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1101838428849462462004-11-30T10:12:00.000-08:002004-11-30T10:13:48.850-08:00Escondido Recreation winter activities brochure The City of Escondido's Recreation Department has just released the Winter Activities brochure. Escondido residents should receive a copy in the mail, but you can also browse classes and even register for some online: http://www.escondido.org/recreation/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1101343201777102952004-11-24T16:37:00.000-08:002004-11-24T16:40:01.776-08:00Library receives "very good" rating The Escondido Public Library has received a "very good" rating on our Library Bond Act application from the Office of Library Construction. Unfortunately, this means we will not be receiving funding for a new library at this point. Read more in the Union-Tribune article: http://www.signonsandiego.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1101342987716330612004-11-24T16:33:00.000-08:002004-11-24T16:36:27.716-08:00City of Escondido may take $10 million slated for library The City of Escondido is looking at the $10 million put aside for a new library building now that we no longer will be getting a share of the Library Bond Act's remaining $80 million. Read more in the North County Times article: http://www.nctimes.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1100803149259980092004-11-18T10:34:00.000-08:002004-11-18T10:39:09.260-08:00Book Fair Day Make sure you head down to the McDonald's at 1050 W. Valley Parkway and the Barnes and Noble at 810 W. Valley Parkway this Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. McDonald's will be giving out free books with the purchase of a Happy Meal. Barnes & Noble will be hosting storytimes and book-signings with David Wells of the Padres also making an appearance. Part of all cash register Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1100802847677355992004-11-18T10:32:00.000-08:002004-11-18T10:34:07.676-08:00Back of the Declaration of Independence The recent movie National Treasure claims there is something on the back of the Declaration of Independence. But what's really there? Check out this web page by the National Archives to see for yourself: http://www.archives.govEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1100732699969225702004-11-17T15:02:00.000-08:002004-11-17T15:04:59.970-08:00Amazon.com's Best of 2004 Amazon.com has assembled lists of this year's best books in several fiction and non-fiction categories: mysteries, children's books, cookbooks, graphic novels and much more: http://www.amazon.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1097610171113538602004-10-12T13:41:00.000-07:002004-10-12T12:42:51.116-07:00Office Depot gives library $500 The new Office Depot store has presented the Escondido Public Library a $500 check. Read more: http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/library/officedepot.htmEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1097088533979748442004-10-06T11:45:00.000-07:002004-10-06T11:48:53.980-07:00Factchecking the debates FactCheck.org, the website referenced by Vice President Dick Cheney in last night's debate, is an excellent source for separating fact from fiction in statements from Presidential and Vice-Presidential debates. Find out for yourself what the real facts are: http://www.factcheck.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1097083473534391652004-10-06T10:22:00.000-07:002004-10-06T10:24:33.533-07:00Watch Presidential Debate at City Hall The League of Women Voters has reserved the City Council Chambers for Friday evening October 8. The public is invited to come to the Chambers at 6:00 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.) to watch the presidential debate on TV and when the debate ends, break into groups to discuss the issues, not the candidates. Reservations are required and may be made by Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1095951529482205632004-09-23T07:56:00.000-07:002004-09-23T07:58:49.483-07:00Book Burning in the 21st Century The American Library Association has put together a list of links to news articles detailing recent books burnings and destruction around the world: http://www.ala.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1095878345572399782004-09-22T11:36:00.000-07:002004-09-22T11:39:05.573-07:00Booker Prize finalists announced The Booker Prize, awarded to a book written by a citizen of the British Commonwealth or Republic of Ireland, has announced its list of finalists for 2004. Past winners have included Life of Pi, The God of Small Things and The English Patient. See the 2004 list: http://www.bookerprize.co.uk/intro/home.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1094759863898994942004-09-09T13:54:00.000-07:002004-09-09T12:57:43.896-07:00Librarian's Index to the Internet: Sept. 11 LII.org has assembled a list of links to sites related to the September 11th tragedy. Find online memorials, photo galleries, newspaper articles and links to related topics such as patriotism, firefighters and national security: http://lii.org/911Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1094759148706098172004-09-09T13:42:00.000-07:002004-09-09T12:45:48.706-07:00BBC's guide to the Chechen conflict BBC Online has produced a web page that answers commonly asked questions about Chechnya. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/3293441.stmEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1094760265538145372004-09-09T13:01:00.000-07:002004-09-09T13:04:25.536-07:00Library catalog enhancements The Escondido Public Library has just added book covers, book reviews, table of contents and first chapter excerpts to thousands of items in our catalog. Check it out: http://ipac.ci.escondido.ca.usEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1094675539822672252004-09-08T13:29:00.000-07:002004-09-08T13:32:19.823-07:00Read more about our wireless access This San Diego Union-Tribune article highlights the Escondido Library's new wireless Internet access: http://www.signonsandiego.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1094157682580804712004-09-02T13:38:00.000-07:002004-09-02T13:41:22.580-07:00The Savvy Voter Still undecided about who to vote for in the upcoming election? PBS online has put together tools for the savvy voter - dissecting TV ads, interpreting debates, analyzing polls, evaluating a platform, and viewing news critically: http://www.pbs.org/elections/savvyvoter.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1093549516594850372004-08-26T12:43:00.000-07:002004-08-26T12:45:16.593-07:00Back to school books for kids The Long Beach (NY)library has posted a list of great back-to-school titles for children: http://www.nassaulibrary.org/longbeachEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1093282740800400142004-08-23T10:35:00.000-07:002004-08-23T10:40:15.856-07:00WiFi is here! The Escondido Public Library is proud to announce that we now provide free wireless Internet access inside the library during business hours for patrons with laptops and other WiFi-ready portable devices. Read more on our Wireless Information web page: http://library.escondido.org/about/wifi_info.htm Also read about our Wireless Access Policy: http://library.escondido.org/about/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1093281461528731122004-08-23T10:15:00.000-07:002004-08-23T10:17:41.530-07:00FairPay Overtime Initiative The Department of Labor has put together this informational web site detailing the FairPay Overtime Initiative that goes into effect today. Will you lose or gain overtime benefits? Find out now: http://www.dol.govEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1092861327546270432004-08-18T13:33:00.000-07:002004-08-18T13:35:27.546-07:00Check out our new Kids Catalog! The Escondido Public Library now has a catalog that makes finding library items fun and easy for kids! Also check out our Homework Help links and our lists of Good Reads: http://ipac.ci.escondido.ca.usEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1092861189881352962004-08-18T13:32:00.000-07:002004-08-18T13:33:09.880-07:00How to search a library catalog This Infopeople online tutorial provides helpful tips for searching any library catalog: http://libcat.infopeople.org/index.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1092182233767209512004-08-10T16:53:00.000-07:002004-08-10T16:57:13.766-07:00City of Escondido survey The City of Escondido is asking that residents, business owners and service providers in Escondido take the Community Development Survey for Consolidated Planning to help decide how to use the federal (CDBG) grant money for services and improvements in the community. Find more information and fill out a survey online: http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/surveys/cp2005/ Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1091733492889405892004-08-05T12:15:00.000-07:002004-08-05T12:18:12.890-07:00Perchlorate in California Drinking Water The California Department of Health Services has created a web page detailing the dangers of this chemical used for rocket propellant that has been detected in neighboring counties' water supplies: http://www.dhs.ca.govEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1091733260146942602004-08-05T12:13:00.000-07:002004-08-05T12:14:20.146-07:00GED Preparation Resources on the Web Need some help studying for the GED? Check out this list of GED study resources on the web: http://research.umbc.edu/~ira/GEDres.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1091733097609435672004-08-05T12:07:00.000-07:002004-08-05T12:11:37.610-07:00Chick Lit The Baltimore City Paper recently published several articles on the popularity of the Chick Lit genre: http://www.citypaper.com Also see Authorsontheweb.com's Chick Lit Author Roundtable: http://www.authorsontheweb.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1091470507046524372004-08-02T11:10:00.000-07:002004-08-02T11:15:07.046-07:00Judge rules Espinosa must pay $30,000 Judge Yuri Hofmann has ordered Richard "Rik" Espinosa to pay $29,362.50 to the City of Escondido to cover costs incurred by fighting the recent lawsuit. Espinosa had unsuccessfully sued the city after claiming the cat living in the library had attacked his assistance dog. http://www.signonsandiego.com Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1091470196883691252004-08-02T11:05:00.000-07:002004-08-02T11:09:56.883-07:00New kind of Internet hoax The New York Times reports on the latest kind of Internet hoax - bloggers passing themselves off as someone they are not or purporting to be presenting facts. Remember to always confirm the authority of any information you find on the web: http://www.nytimes.com Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1091132885521391462004-07-29T13:25:00.000-07:002004-07-29T13:28:05.520-07:00Web site: PDHealth.mil The Deployment Health Clinical Center has produced this searchable site that highlights current health concerns of deployed military personnel and their families. http://www.pdhealth.mil/ Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1090339826333529022004-07-20T09:06:00.000-07:002004-07-20T09:11:26.743-07:00Your most memorable reading experience The online bookseller, Powells.com, is asking: What was your most memorable reading experience of the last ten years? Submit an essay for a chance at winning the grand prize of $1000.  Powells will donate $1 to the children's literacy organization Reading is Fundamental for every entry submitted.  For more information: http://www.powells.com/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1090273068849440922004-07-19T14:34:00.000-07:002004-07-19T14:37:48.850-07:00Da Vinci Code readers flock to Scottish chapel The Rosslyn Chapel in Roslin, Scotland has recently been visited by many American readers of Dan Brown's bestselling novel, The Da Vinci Code.  Read more in the New York Times article: http://www.nytimes.com Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1090264909036813892004-07-19T12:20:00.000-07:002004-07-19T12:21:49.036-07:00Catch and release....books? This North County Times article highlights the web site, Bookcrossing.com, where members are encouraged to leave books in public places for others to find and enjoy: http://www.nctimes.com Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1090002524804328382004-07-16T11:27:00.000-07:002004-07-16T11:33:57.343-07:00New California State Librarian announced Governor Schwarzenegger has named Susan Hildreth as the new State Librarian.  Read more in the official press release: http://www.governor.ca.gov Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1089991449641133502004-07-16T08:21:00.000-07:002004-07-16T08:24:09.640-07:00Reading books with your children This article on MSN.com encourages parents to bond with their children by reading books together.  It gives tips on how to make the books come alive. http://family.msn.com Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1089919868670952112004-07-15T12:26:00.000-07:002004-07-15T12:31:08.670-07:00Literacy supporter qualifies for Olympics Congratulations to Toby Stevenson, an athlete who spoke at a recent Escondido Public Library's Literacy Services event. He has just qualified for the Olympics. Read more in the Union Tribune article: http://www.signonsandiego.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-108982691704904392004-07-14T10:39:00.000-07:002004-07-14T10:41:57.050-07:00Escondido Library's quest for a new building Read the Union-Tribune article detailing Escondido Public Library's need for a new building: http://www.signonsandiego.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1088523256649245872004-06-29T08:31:00.000-07:002004-06-29T08:34:16.650-07:00Escondido Independence Day Celebration Escondido will have its annual fireworks celebration in Grape Day park Sunday, July 4th beginning at 3:00 p.m. Come enjoy the free entertainment before the fireworks begin at 9:20 p.m. For more information, see the City of Escondido web site: http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/events/fireworks/index.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1088523075030960412004-06-29T08:29:00.000-07:002004-07-16T09:15:48.410-07:00State of the First Amendment How much do your fellow citizens know about the First Amendment? How do they feel about the freedoms it provides? Check out this report by the First Amendment Center: http://www.firstamendmentcenter.org Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1088005100297865702004-06-23T08:35:00.000-07:002004-06-23T08:38:20.296-07:00Computer Center closing, reduced hours at Pioneer Room The Escondido Public Library's Computer Center (237 South Kalmia) will be closed as of July 1st due to budget concerns and short-staffing at the library. In addition, the hours of the Pioneer Room, the library's local history center, will be reduced to 8 hours a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) For more information, Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1088004934607401582004-06-23T08:32:00.000-07:002004-06-23T08:35:34.606-07:00Mattie Stepanek dies Mattie Stepanek, the 13-year-old who published 5 books of poetry, died yesterday from complications of muscular dystrophy. Mattie's books spent many weeks on the New York Times bestsellers list and were an inspiration to many. Read more in the New York Times article: http://www.nytimes.com/2004/06/23/national/23stepanek.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1082744261433434902004-04-23T11:17:00.000-07:002004-04-23T11:20:41.640-07:00Save the libraries American Library Association President Carla Hayden's article in the Christian Science Monitor sounds the alarm for the uncertain future of libraries in this time of budget cuts: http://www.csmonitor.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1082657728460091032004-04-22T11:15:00.000-07:002004-04-22T11:18:27.700-07:00Dia de los Ninos, Dia de los Libros This Latin American tradition now celebrated in our nation's public libraries recognizes the power of books, words, languages and how they have a positive influence on our children's lives. Come celebrate with us as we present a collection of new Spanish books, have a raffle, play games and enjoy entertainment this Saturday, April 24th at the East Valley Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1082657572116483582004-04-22T11:12:00.000-07:002004-04-22T11:16:08.280-07:00City of Escondido may dip into savings The City of Escondido may need to use police and maintenance savings to cover budget shortfalls. Read more in the North County Times article: http://www.nctimes.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1082657315512853442004-04-22T11:08:00.000-07:002004-04-22T11:11:34.843-07:00Earth Day Today is Earth Day. Celebrate by visiting the Kids Domain web site to find out more about the earth, send an e-card and more: http://www.kidsdomain.com/holiday/earthday/ Also check out EarthFair this Sunday, April 25th at Balboa Park. http://www.earthdayweb.org/SDEW_EarthFair.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1082656767556493082004-04-22T10:59:00.000-07:002004-04-22T11:02:26.170-07:00Fallbrook Avocado Festival Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Check out Fallbrook's Avocado Festival. Everything you ever wanted to know about the amazing avocado will be revealed. http://www.fallbrookca.org/AVOFEST.htmEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1082656613834443982004-04-22T10:56:00.000-07:002004-04-22T10:59:52.483-07:00Libraries helped by computers The New York Times has an article exploring how computers and the Internet have helped libraries: http://www.nytimes.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1081271052534513652004-04-06T10:04:00.000-07:002004-04-06T10:06:55.810-07:00Escondido Spring Egg Hunt The Escondido Spring Egg Hunt will be this Saturday, April 10th, at 10:00 a.m. (ages 3 to 4) and 10:45 a.m. (ages 5 to 8) at the south end of Kit Carson Park near the Adult Softball Complex. Kids can pose for pictures with the Easter Bunny beginning at 9:00 a.m. Make sure to bring a basket and a two dollar donation per child. Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1081270456797291052004-04-06T09:54:00.000-07:002004-04-06T09:56:59.373-07:00Rwanda genocide anniversary Ten years ago this month, fighting started in Rwanda that resulted in the deaths of almost a million Rwandans in 100 days. Read more in the BBC article: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/3602859.stm Or see the Ghosts of Rwanda, the PBS special: http://www.pbs.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080841022583695812004-04-01T09:37:00.000-08:002004-04-01T09:39:40.513-08:00100 Best April Fool's Day Hoaxes The Museum of Hoaxes web site has a assembled a list of the 100 best hoaxes: http://www.museumofhoaxes.com/aprilfool2.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080840699440661642004-04-01T09:31:00.000-08:002004-04-01T09:35:18.890-08:00Escondido Children's Museum reopens The Escondido Children's Museum will reopen this Saturday at its new location in the California Center for the Arts Building at 380 N. Escondido Blvd. Find out more in today's North County Times article: http://www.nctimes.com Or check out the museum's website: http://www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080754803969075572004-03-31T09:40:00.000-08:002004-03-31T09:42:40.716-08:00First Thursday Concert This Thursday's concert features pianist Scott Pratt performing George Gershwin showtunes. It starts at 7:00 p.m. in the Turrentine Room of the Main Library.Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080754547210352992004-03-31T09:35:00.000-08:002004-03-31T09:38:24.013-08:00Celebrate Cesar Chavez Day Today is Cesar Chavez Day. Find out more at the Cesar Chavez Foundation web site: http://www.cesarchavezfoundation.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080589644081628882004-03-29T11:47:00.000-08:002004-03-29T11:49:58.810-08:00April Calendar of Events now available The April Calendar of Events for the both the main Escondido Public Library and the East Valley Branch are now available. Main Library http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/library/calendar/aprilmain.htm East Valley Branch http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/library/calendar/aprilbranch.htmEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080589424286612492004-03-29T11:43:00.000-08:002004-03-29T11:46:19.076-08:00Immigration Series - Session Three The third part of the immigration series presented by the San Diego World Affairs Council and the North County Times is "The Human and Social Side of Immigration" and will take place at the Escondido Public Library tomorrow, Tuesday, March 30th at 7:00 p.m. in the Turrentine Room. For information call (858) 673-7398 or (619) 325-8200.Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080580578974473832004-03-29T09:16:00.000-08:002004-03-29T09:19:11.530-08:00New York Times: New & Noteworthy Books Looking for something to read? Check out the New York Times' lists of new and noteworthy titles: Paperbacks http://www.nytimes.com/2004/03/28/books/review/28NANDN.html Hardcovers http://www.nytimes.com/2004/03/28/books/review/28BEAR.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080579714220250122004-03-29T09:01:00.000-08:002004-03-29T09:04:29.466-08:00Databases do more than Google This article from the Seattle Times highlights the library databases that your tax dollars pay for that will help you find a lot more information than you would doing a Google search: http://www.seattletimes.com The Escondido Public Library does not have all the databases mentioned in the article, but to see what databases are available to you, see the list on our Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080149595566128992004-03-24T09:33:00.000-08:002004-03-24T09:35:45.420-08:00Popcorn & a Movie Teen Event Teens - check out a movie at the East Valley Branch this Friday, March 26th at 3:30 p.m. and score some free popcorn too! Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080148937786803572004-03-24T09:22:00.000-08:002004-03-24T09:24:47.793-08:00Proposed bill would affect library Internet users A proposed bill by a Michigan senator would require libraries to keep files on the names, addresses and amount of computer time used by Internet users: http://www.southbendtribune.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080148700899691922004-03-24T09:18:00.000-08:002004-03-24T09:20:50.950-08:00Wiretapping the Internet The FBI is seeking a move to wiretap the Internet to expand its surveillance capabilties. Read the Fox News article for more information: http://www.foxnews.com The ACLU is opposing the proposed wiretapping saying that a change to the design of the Internet would leave it more vulnerable to hackers: http://www.aclu.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1080148180620712262004-03-24T09:09:00.000-08:002004-03-24T09:12:10.780-08:00Cookbook award nominees The nominations for the 2004 James Beard Foundation Awards have been announced. Is your favorite cookbook on the list? http://www.jamesbeard.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1079371799332276042004-03-15T09:29:00.000-08:002004-03-15T09:32:20.263-08:00Public Domain Images The U.S. Fish and Wildlife's National Image Library is a searchable database of copyright/royalty free images that may be downloaded from their web site. Just make sure if you use one of the images to credit the photographer and the Fish and Wildlife Service. http://images.fws.gov/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1079368776546355072004-03-15T08:39:00.000-08:002004-03-15T08:43:39.093-08:00Adopt a rabbit from the Humane Society The Escondido Humane Society will be charging only $25 for rabbits adopted before March 31st. The charge includes altering, veterinary exams and microchip identification. See the North County Time article for more information: http://www.nctimes.com Or see the Escondido Human Society's web site: http://www.escondidohumanesociety.org/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1079368048903719492004-03-15T08:27:00.000-08:002004-03-15T08:29:50.483-08:00Helping fake readers This article from the Denver Post gives way for parents and teachers to help children develop reading comprehension skills: http://www.denverpost.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078867595759718472004-03-09T13:26:00.000-08:002004-03-09T13:28:51.000-08:00How well read are you? Take this quiz on the BBC web site and find out: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazine/3532609.stmEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078865818640462782004-03-09T12:56:00.000-08:002004-03-09T12:59:14.153-08:00Escondido Children's Museum seeks volunteers The Escondido Children's Museum is looking for volunteers and donations. See the North Country Times article: http://www.nctimes.com Or visit the Museum's web site: http://www.escondidochildrensmuseum.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078865010928888022004-03-09T12:43:00.000-08:002004-03-09T12:45:45.966-08:00Taste of Escondido this Saturday This Saturday, March 13, 2004, from 12 to 4 p.m. the Downtown Business Association of Escondido (DBA) and DBA member Restaurants will host “Taste of Downtown Escondido.” A double-decker bus shuttle will transport event-goers through the streets of Historic Downtown Escondido to sample desserts, hors d’oeuvres, and entrees served at many local restaurants. The Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078419924420879502004-03-04T09:05:00.000-08:002004-03-04T09:07:34.670-08:00Top 10 books to feed the imagination This list published on the UK web site Guardian Unlimited includes these books: Life of Pi, Harry Potter, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. http://books.guardian.co.ukEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078418362397455662004-03-04T08:39:00.000-08:002004-03-04T08:41:32.170-08:00Library filtering policy unchanged The City Council voted yesterday to back the Library Board's decision to leave the adult computers unfiltered. Read more in today's North County Times article: http://www.nctimes.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078246956883450672004-03-02T09:02:00.000-08:002004-03-02T09:04:45.170-08:00First Thursday Concert: Cobblestone This Thursday's library concert features Cobblestone, performing traditional Irish music and dance. The event starts at 7:00 p.m. at the Main Library in the Turrentine Room.Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078245136062712232004-03-02T08:32:00.000-08:002004-03-02T08:34:24.250-08:00Long Term Care Questions and Answers class Baby Boomers - learn invaluable information on Medicare, HMO's, Medi-Cal eligibility, long-term care insurance benefits, and whether you should even consider this coverage at the "What! You Mean I Wont' Live Forever! Long Term Care Questions and Answers" OASIS class this Saturday, March 6th from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Robinson's May South Store,Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078244940890423592004-03-02T08:29:00.000-08:002004-03-02T08:31:09.216-08:00Gun locks availabe at police department Project CHILDSAFE has made gun locks available to the public. You may pick up your gun lock at the Escondido Police Department front lobby at 700 W. Grand Ave. during business hours (Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) For more information on Project CHILDSAFE, please see their official web site: http://www.projectchildsafe.org/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1078244724070418182004-03-02T08:25:00.000-08:002004-03-02T08:27:32.013-08:00Daley Ranch Naturalist Hikes Discover Escondido's Daley Ranch through a naturalist hike: http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/glance/uniquely/daley/hikes.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1077216600102148152004-02-19T10:50:00.000-08:002004-02-19T10:51:56.013-08:00A Look at Immigration The second presentation in a four-part series about immigration will take place this Tuesday, February 24, 2004 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the main Escondido Library. The topic of this presentation is: "How Immigration Affects the Economy" and will feature Gordon Hanson, Professor of Economics, UCSD and Joan Anderson, Professor of Economics, USD.Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1077216401192908292004-02-19T10:46:00.000-08:002004-02-19T10:48:37.140-08:00Anime Festival The East Valley Branch will be hosting another Anime Festival this Saturday, February 21st starting at noon in the Vineyard Room of the East Valley Civic Center. The animes that will be shown are: His and Her Circumstances (7 & 8), Legend of Crystania, and Real Bout High School. For more info call: (760) 839-4396 Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1077214419003485682004-02-19T10:13:00.000-08:002004-02-19T10:15:36.340-08:00Dr. Seuss' 100th Birthday Celebration The Escondido Library will be celebrating Dr. Seuss' 100th Birthday on Tuesday, March 2 from 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Turrentine Room of the Main Library. See the beautiful poster for this program: http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/library/children/catlarge.jpg And check out Parade magazine's cover story about Dr. Suess: http://www.parade.com/current/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1077212528032754022004-02-19T09:42:00.000-08:002004-02-19T09:44:03.983-08:00Be a librarian for a day! Woman's Day magazine in cooperation with the American Library Association is sponsoring a contest in which one lucky winner will work as a librarian for a day. Interested? Check out their web site for details: http://www.womansday.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1077212232180117802004-02-19T09:37:00.000-08:002004-02-19T10:53:50.233-08:00California Voter Foundation This web site is produced by a non-profit, non-partisan organization and helps California voters educate themselves about the voting process and current elections. http://www.calvoter.org/voter/index.htmlEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1077211607037569262004-02-19T09:26:00.000-08:002004-02-19T09:28:43.140-08:00The Encyclopedia Britannica Guide to Black History The Encyclopedia Britannica web site is a great source of information about Black History in the United States. http://search.eb.com/blackhistory/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1077211432357766592004-02-19T09:23:00.000-08:002004-02-19T09:25:48.466-08:00Day of Remembrance Today is the Day of Remembrance to commemorate the internment of Japanese Americans during World World II in the United States. To find out more about this period of American history, see the web site "A More Perfect Union: Japanese Americans and the U.S. Constitution": http://americanhistory.si.edu/perfectunion/experience/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1076692227727886092004-02-13T09:10:00.000-08:002004-02-13T09:12:21.200-08:002004 Arthur C. Clarke Science Fiction Award The shortlist for Arthur C. Clarke Science Fiction Award has been announced: - Coalescent by Stephen Baxter - Darwin's Children by Greg Bear - Pattern Recognition by William Gibson - Midnight Lamp by Gwyneth Jones - Quicksilver by Neal Stephenson - Maul by Tricia Sullivan Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1076690996783469352004-02-13T08:49:00.000-08:002004-02-13T08:51:47.590-08:00City of Escondido budget woes Escondido has a budget deficit $1 million higher than expected. Read more in today's North County Times: http://www.nctimes.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075841230983879522004-02-03T12:47:00.000-08:002004-02-03T12:48:50.716-08:00Jury rules against assistance dog owner The jury in the case of the Richard Espinosa versus the City of Escondido has ruled that the library did not prevent Espinosa and his assistance dog from entering the building after the library's cat attacked the dog. For more information, please see the San Diego Union Tribune article: http://www.signonsandiego.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075400441511015722004-01-29T10:20:00.000-08:002004-01-29T10:22:16.590-08:00February Library Calendar of Events now available Find out what's happening at both the Escondido library locations throughout the month of February: Main library calendar: http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/library/calendar/febmain.htm Branch library calendar: http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/library/calendar/febbranch.htmEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075397996835062522004-01-29T09:39:00.000-08:002004-01-29T09:41:31.686-08:00Election Online web site Want to find out what has changed in voting systems and equipment since the last presidential election? Electiononline.org is a non-partison organization dedicated to researching and reporting information on election reform. http://www.electionline.orgEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075397484398097692004-01-29T09:31:00.000-08:002004-01-29T09:32:59.340-08:00Last night's immigration presentation The first of a series of four discussions on immigration happened last night at the Escondido Public Library. Future presentations are scheduled for February 24th, March 30th and April 20th. To find out more about last night's presentation, see the North County Times article: http://www.nctimes.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075397258153098802004-01-29T09:27:00.000-08:002004-01-29T10:54:31.496-08:00Escondido Library trial begins The trial concerning the library's late cat and its attack on a service dog begins this week. For more information, see the North County Times article: http://www.nctimes.com Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075397031577274672004-01-29T09:23:00.000-08:002004-01-29T09:25:26.576-08:00North County Multiple Species Conservation Program public workshops There will be a public workshop tonight in Fallbrook from 6:30 to 8:30 tonight at the Fallbrook Public Utilities District, 990 E. Mission Road, Fallbrook to discuss balancing new home construction in the county with consideration for the environment and endangered species. Future meetings are: Tuesday February 4th from 6:30 to 8Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075143147387632612004-01-26T10:52:00.000-08:002004-01-26T10:53:58.983-08:00Amazon.com taking campaign contributions Want an easy way to contribute to the campaign of your favorite Democrat, Independent, Libertarian or Republican presidential candidate? Just donate $5 to $200 to their campaign next time you shop online at Amazon.com. http://www.amazon.comEscondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075142749090556452004-01-26T10:45:00.000-08:002004-01-26T10:47:20.780-08:00A Look at Immigration The North County Chapter of the San Diego World Affairs Council will be presenting a series of 4 discussions about immigration issues by renown experts in the field. The first presentation - "Overview of local and global immigration issues" will be this Tuesday, January 27th from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Escondido Public Library's main location. Please call (858) 673Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075142132703454862004-01-26T10:35:00.000-08:002004-01-26T10:37:04.530-08:00See the Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead There will be an open house of the newly restored historic Sikes Adobe Farmstead this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. See what 19th century life was like along the San Dieguito River. The house in located in the San Dieguito River Park on Sunset Drive in Escondido, just south of Via Rancho Parkway and east of I-15. Call (858) 674-2270 for more information, or see Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1075141757534242942004-01-26T10:29:00.000-08:002004-01-26T10:30:49.436-08:00Senior Tax Help Seniors may get tax help for federal and state taxes at the Senior Service Council at the Dorothy E. Boeger Building on 728 N. Broadway in Escondido on Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more information, call (760) 480-0611Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1074803051493678082004-01-22T12:24:00.000-08:002004-01-22T12:25:39.543-08:00PC World's Best of the Web PC World Magazine has created its list of the best web sites for reference, auctions, maps and more. See the winners: http://www.pcworld.com/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1074802014958734102004-01-22T12:06:00.000-08:002004-01-22T12:08:23.233-08:00Nursing Home Locator This web site enables you to enter your zip code to find and research the quality of care of nursing homes in your area. http://www.myziva.net/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1074801876515060352004-01-22T12:04:00.000-08:002004-01-22T12:06:04.826-08:00Global Warming Kid Site This EPA site provides many fun ways for kids to learn about global warming. http://www.epa.gov/globalwarming/kids/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5261999.post-1074799105488292792004-01-22T11:18:00.000-08:002004-01-22T11:19:53.576-08:00FactCheck.org: Annenberg Political Fact Check Ever wonder how much truth there is to something a politician or a political group has said? FactCheck.org is a nonpartisan, nonprofit group that checks the facts for you. http://www.factcheck.org/Escondido Public Librarynoreply@blogger.com