Bartow Public Library

Employee Appreciation Picnic...

2010-10-12T13:21:00.000-07:00

On Friday, October 15 from 11:15am to 1:00pm, the City of Bartow will be having its 4th annual Employee Appreciation Picnic at Mary Holland Park.

October Updates...

2010-09-21T14:34:00.000-07:00

For information on these and any Library programs, please contact The Bartow Public Library at:
863-534-0131

The Bartow Public Library will be closing at 3:00pm on 10/28

Banned Books Week is 9/25 to 10/2
Celebrate Your Right to Read !

6-8 year-old Story Time
Children ages 6 to 8 years-old can come to enjoy books read by Bartow's Children's Librarian from
9/7 to 10/26 (TUESDAYS) from 3:30pm-4:30pm

3-5 year-old Story Time
Small children ages 3 to 5 years-old may come and learn from books read to them at the local Bartow Public Library from
9/8 to 10/27 (WEDNESDAYS) from 10:00am to 10:45am

Book Babies
The Bartow Public Library will be continuing its Book Babies program for children from Birth to 2 years-old with their parents & guardians to experience growth through books from
9/9 to 10/28 (THURSDAYS) from 10:00am-10:30am OR 11:00am to 11:30am
In order to keep the groups a manageable size, please pre-register at the Circulation Desk for Book Babies

Pix and Popcorn at the Library
Come and see films for free and enjoy refreshments for a small charge on the following Saturdays from
2:30pm to 4:30pm
Please note that movie titles are subject to change. Contact Chana Smith at the Library for more information.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

10/9: Prince of Persia (Family)
10/16: Marmaduke (Kids)
10/23: Iron Man 2 (Adults)
Computing Classes for Adults

Computer Classes on the following subjects will take place on a series of three dates on the following Mondays from 4:00pm to 6:00pm...
10/11: Word Processing
10/18: Advanced Internet Strategies
10/25: Research Database Use

Medicare Help
Come and receive instruction on how to access and utilize Medicare for your benefit on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from
10:00am to 12:00pm
10/19

Paws to Read
Read to Smiles Unleashed therapy dogs on the following Saturday, 10:00am-11:00am and receive stickers and a book.
10/16

Mothers and Daughters can share time and books...
The Mother/Daughter Book Discussion is for Daughters, (ages 9-12), and their Mothers, (ageless), to read the following books and come together for dialog once a month on the following Thursdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm
10/21:Mysterious Benedict Society (Trenton Lee Stuart)

Adult Book Discussion
A chance for adults to come together and discuss books on a range of topics, both giving and receiving equally. Please come by the Bartow Public Library to purchase your copy of the current title. The group meets on the following Tuesday from 10:00am-11:00am...
10/26: Twenty Wishes (Debbie Macomber)

Updates and Upcoming Events...

2010-09-16T12:01:00.000-07:00

For information on these and any Library programs, please contact
The Bartow Public Library at:
863-534-0131

THE BARTOW PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON 11/25, 11/26, AND 11/27 FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

Pix and Popcorn at the Library
Come and see films for free and enjoy refreshments for a small charge on the following Saturdays from 2:30pm to 4:30pm

11/6: Oceans (Family)
11/13: How to Train Your Dragon (Kids)
11/20: The Karate Kid (Adults)

Please note that movie titles are subject to change. Contact Chana Smith at the Library for more information. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Computer Classes will occur in November:
Basic Computing Classes for Adults will take place on a series of four dates on the following Mondays from 4:00pm to 6:00pm...
11/1
11/8
11/15
11/22

Classes will cover very basic elements of computers and computer use, up to engaging in effective Internet searches with the last class consisting of word processing training.
Please sign-up at the Circulation Desk at the Bartow Public Library if interested.

The Polk Grants Alliance...
is a local group teaching the best methods of searching for and acquiring grants.
A workshop will be held in the 2nd Floor meeting room in the Bartow Public Library from
9:00am to 11:00am.
11/18

Medicare Help...
Come to the Bartow Library on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm to receive help on accessing and utilizing Medicare.
11/16

Paws to Read
Read to Smiles Unleashed therapy dogs Clifford and Coco every third Saturday, 10:00am-11:00am and receive stickers and a free book.
11/20: All of a Kind Family (Sydney Taylor)

Mothers and Daughters can share time and books...
The Mother/Daughter Book Discussion is for Daughters, (ages 9-12), and their Mothers, (ageless), to read the following books and come together for dialog once a month on the following Thursdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm
11/18: All of a Kind Family (Sydney Taylor)

Adult Book Discussion
A chance for adults to come together and discuss books on a range of topics, both giving and receiving equally. Please come by the Bartow Public Library to purchase your copy of the following titles. The group meets on the following Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am

10/26: "Twenty Wishes"-Debbie Macomber
11/30: "In the Woods"-Tana French
12/21: "Winter in Madrid"-C.J. Sansom

8K "Blown Away" Race

2010-08-25T10:40:00.000-07:00

Gear up for your competitive running season with this 8K! Bartow Parks & Recreation is proud to add Blown Away 8K to its fitness events that include the Bartow Turkey Chase 5K and Bartow Blarney Triathlon!

September 18, 2010

(http://www.active.com/running/bartow-fl/blown-away-8k-2010)

The race begins at 7:30am and starts in Downtown Bartow at the intersection of Main and Wilson. Volunteers are needed for the event. Volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application and attend a pre-race meeting. Applications may be found at the Bartow Public Library and the Bartow City Hall. Volunteer assignments will begin as early as 6am. All volunteers will receive an event T-shirt if the form is returned by Sept. 7. Please return all forms to Krystal Bemman at the Parks and Rec office or her e-mail: kbemman.parks@cityofbartow.net.

Fees

By 9/7: $22 plus online registration fee After 9/7: $27 plus online registration fee

Linda Chancey's Party!

2010-08-17T14:54:00.000-07:00

Come to the Bartow Public Library to celebrate with Linda Chancey as she moves on to her new job as Outreach Librarian for the Polk County Library Cooperative on Friday August 20. The festivities will be from 1:00pm to 4:00pm in the 2nd floor rooms.

Library Updates Through October...

2010-08-17T14:53:00.001-07:00

For information on these and any Library programs, please contact
The Bartow Public Library at:
863-534-0131

Pix and Popcorn at the Library
Come and see films for free and enjoy refreshments for a small charge on the following Saturdays from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
9/11, Family: Furry Vengeance
9/18, Kids: Diary of a Wimpy
9/25, Adults: Date Night
10/9, Family: Prince of Persia
10/16, Kids: Marmaduke
10/23, Adult: Ironman 2
Please note that movie titles are subject to change. Contact Chana Smith at the Library for more information. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Book Babies
The Bartow Public Library will be continuing its Book Babies program for children under the age of 3 years-old to experience growth through books from
9/9 to 10/28 (THURSDAYS) from 10:30am to 11:00am

3-5 year-old Story Time
Small children ages 3 to 5 years-old may come with an adult and learn from books read to them at the local Bartow Public Library from
9/8 to 10/27 (WEDNESDAYS) from 10:00am to 10:45am

6-8 year-old Story Time
Children ages 6 to 8 years-old can come with the an adult to enjoy books read by Bartow's Children's Librarian from
9/7 to 10/26 (TUESDAYS) from 3:30pm-4:30pm

Computer Classes will occur in September and October:
Basic Computing Classes for Adults will take place on a series of three dates on the following Mondays from 4:00pm to 6:00pm...
9/13, 9/20, 9/27 and 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
Classes will cover very basic elements of computers and computer use, up to creating e-mail accounts and engaging in effective Internet searches.
Please sign-up at the Circulation Desk at the Bartow Public Library if interested.

The Polk Grants Alliance...
is a local group teaching the best methods of searching for and acquiring grants.
A workshop will be held in the 2nd Floor meeting room in the Bartow Public Library from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
9/16

Medicare Help...
Come to the Bartow Library on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm to receive help on accessing and utilizing Medicare.
9/21
10/19

Paws to Read
Read to Smiles Unleashed therapy dogs Clifford and Coco every third Saturday, 10:00am-11:00am and receive stickers and a free book.
10/16

Mothers and Daughters can share time and books...
The Mother/Daughter Book Discussion is for Daughters, (ages 9-12), and their Mothers, (ageless), to read the following books and come together for dialog once a month on the following Thursdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm
10/21: Mysterious Benedict Society (Trenton Lee Stuart)

Adult Book Discussion
A chance for adults to come together and discuss books on a range of topics, both giving and receiving equally. Please come by the bartow Public Library to purchase your copy of the following titles. The group meets on the following Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am
October, November, and December Books to be Decided

Did You Know?

2010-08-10T08:40:00.001-07:00

The State Library and Archives of Florida announces the publication of Taxpayer Return on Investment in Florida Public Libraries (2010), a research study assessing the taxpayer return on investment (ROI) in Florida’s public libraries. Study results are available at:

http://dlis.dos.state.fl.us/bld/roi/

The study was completed by The Haas Center for Business Research and Economic Development at the University of West Florida and provides an update to the original 2004 study.

Key Findings of the 2010 Study:

-Florida’s public libraries return $8.32 for every $1.00 invested from all sources.
-For every $3,491 spent on public libraries from public funding sources in Florida, one job (in the economy, not just in libraries) is created.
-For every dollar of public support spent on public libraries in Florida, Gross Regional Product (the value of all goods and services produced in the state) increases by $10.57.
-For every dollar of public support spent on public libraries in Florida, income (wages) increases by $22.97.

The study provides an analysis of return on investment at the state level as well as estimates for individual Florida counties. While the ROI figures vary widely from county to county, they demonstrate how even a small investment yields an extremely high value to the community.

Social value questions were also posed to library users in the study survey. Findings include:

-Library users perceive their local public library as an essential service.
-Over half of library users believe a public library close to their home increases property value.
-Library users prefer a public library on their street compared to other facilities such as a police station, an elementary school, a job center, etc.

The study concludes Florida public libraries offer both perceived and real value to Florida’s citizens.

Library Events through September..

2010-08-02T15:18:00.000-07:00

For information on these and any Library programs, please contact
The Bartow Public Library at:
863-534-1031

THE BARTOW PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED FOR INVENTORY FROM
8/9-813

Book Babies
The Bartow Public Library will be continuing its Book Babies program for children under the age of 3 years-old to experience growth through books from
9/9 to 10/28 (THURSDAYS) from 10:30am to 11:00am

3-5 year-old Story Time
Small children ages 3 to 5 years-old may come with an adult and learn from books read to them at the local Bartow Public Library from
9/8-10/27 (WEDNESDAYS) from 10:00am to 10:45am

6-8 year-old Story Time
Children ages 6 to 8 years-old can come with the an adult to enjoy books read by Bartow's Children's Librarian from
9/7 to 10/26 (TUESDAYS) from 3:30pm-4:30pm

Mothers and Daughters can share time and books...
The Mother/Daughter Book Discussion is for Daughters, (ages 9-12), and their Mothers, (ageless), to read the following books and come together for dialog once a month on the following Thursdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm
8/26: The Saturdays (Elizabeth Enright)
9/23: Caddie Woodlawn (Carol Brink)

Paws to Read
Read to Smiles Unleashed therapy dogs Clifford and Coco every third Saturday, 10:00am-11:00am and receive stickers and a free book.
8/21
9/18

Pix and Popcorn at the Library
Come and see films for free and enjoy refreshments for a small charge on the following Saturdays from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
8/14, Family: IMAX Under the Sea
8/21, Kids: Finding Nemo
8/28, Adults: Clash of the Titans
9/4, Family: Furry Vengeance
9/11, Kids: Diary of a Wimpy
9/18, Adults: Date Night
Please note that movie titles are subject to change. Contact Chana Smith at the Library for more information. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Adult Book Discussion
A chance for adults to come together and discuss books on a range of topics, both giving and receiving equally. Please come by the bartow Public Library to purchase your copy of the following titles. The group meets on the following Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am
8/31-Infidel (Ayan Hirsi Ali)
9/28-Beloved (Toni Morrison)

Computer Classes will occur in August:
Basic Computing Classes for Adults will take place on a series of three dates on the following Mondays from 1:00pm to 3:00 pm...
8/16, 8/23, 8/30
Classes will cover very basic elements of computers and computer use, up to creating e-mail accounts and engaging in effective Internet searches.
Please sign-up at the Circulation Desk at the Bartow Public Library if interested.

Bartow Public Library Events...

2010-07-20T13:55:00.000-07:00

For information on these and any Library programs, please contact
The Bartow Public Library at:
863-534-1031

THE BARTOW PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED FOR INVENTORY FROM
8/9-813

Book Babies
The Bartow Public Library will be continuing its Book Babies program for children under the age of 3 years-old to experience growth through books from
9/9 to 10/28 (THURSDAYS) from 10:30am to 11:00am

3-5 year-old Story Time
Small children ages 3 to 5 years-old may come with an adult and learn from books read to them at the local Bartow Public Library from
9/8-10/27 (WEDNESDAYS) from 10:00am to 10:45am

6-8 year-old Story Time
Children ages 6 to 8 years-old can come with the an adult to enjoy books read by Bartow's Children's Librarian from
9/7 to 10/26 (TUESDAYS) from 3:30pm-4:30pm

Medicare Help
8/17
10:00am-12:00pm
Come to the Library to receive assistance on how to access and obtain information from Medicare.

Mothers and Daughters can share time and books...
The Mother/Daughter Book Discussion is for Daughters, (ages 9-12), and their Mothers, (ageless), to read the following books and come together for dialog once a month on the following Thursdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm
8/26: The Saturdays (Elizabeth Enright)
9/23: Caddie Woodlawn (Carol Brink)

Paws to Read
Read to Smiles Unleashed therapy dogs Clifford and Coco every third Saturday, 10:00am-11:00am and receive stickers and a free book.
8/21
9/18

Pix and Popcorn at the Library
Come and see films for free and enjoy refreshments for a small charge on the following Saturdays from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
8/7, Family: IMAX Under the Sea
8/14, Kids: Finding Nemo
8/21, Adults: Clash of the Titans
9/4, Family: Furry Vengeance
9/11, Kids: Diary of a Wimpy
9/18, Adults: Date Night
Please note that movie titles are subject to change. Contact Chana Smith at the Library for more information. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Adult Book Discussion
A chance for adults to come together and discuss books on a range of topics, both giving and receiving equally. Please come by the bartow Public Library to purchase your copy of the following titles. The group meets on the following Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am
8/31-Infidel (Ayan Hirsi Ali)
9/28-Beloved (Toni Morrison)

Computer Classes will occur in August:
Basic Computing Classes for Adults will take place on a series of three dates on the following Mondays from 1:00pm to 3:00 pm...
8/16, 8/23, 8/30
Classes will cover very basic elements of computers and computer use, up to creating e-mail accounts and engaging in effective Internet searches.
Please sign-up at the Circulation Desk at the Bartow Public Library if interested.

Grant Workshop (Polk Grants Alliance)

2010-07-20T13:50:00.000-07:00

The Polk Grants Alliance will be holding a Grant Workshop at the Bartow Public Library on

September 16, 2010
from
9:00am to 12:00pm

-The Polk Grants Alliance is a local group teaching the best methods of searching for and acquiring grants.
-The workshop will be held in the 2nd Floor meeting room.

The Most Popular Website on the Internet...

2010-07-06T14:36:00.001-07:00

The below link takes you to a research article showing how the top 10 websites on the Internet draw over 40% of all the traffic of the top 100 websites online while further displaying the numbers you would have to rake in to compete. This could be construed as an excellent display of the "Information Periphery."

http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/blog/2010/jul/06/graph-top-1000-websites-long-tail-internet

Library Computers Will Be Out of Service...

2010-06-30T08:51:00.001-07:00

Bartow Public Library computers will be out of service on Friday 7/2 before 1:00 am due to server upgrades.

Florida Statewide Primary Elections...

2010-06-30T08:38:00.000-07:00

The Statewide Primary Election is on Tuesday, August 24th.

There are 3 easy ways to vote: at your Precinct, by mail, or Vote Early, call: 534-5888

...Please remember to bring an ID with photo AND signature

For information visit: www.polkelections.com

Duck Tape Club Meeting...

2010-06-28T10:32:00.000-07:00

The Duck Tape Club meeting that was scheduled for 8/12 has been canceled due to the closure of the Library on that date.

Bartow Library Program Canceled....

2010-06-24T14:10:00.001-07:00

The Children's Program that was scheduled for 7/29 and listed as "To-Be-Determined" has been canceled.

Library Closed...

2010-06-24T14:03:00.001-07:00

The Bartow Public Library will be closed from August 9 - 13 for inventory and maintenance.

Updates and Upcoming Events...

2010-06-23T14:18:00.001-07:00

For information on these and any Library programs, please contact The Bartow Public Library at:
863-534-1031

The Summer Reading Program begins on 6/15 and lasts until 7/29
Make a Splash: Read!
The Summer Reading Program begins 6/15, lasting until 7/29 and includes multiple reading level groups. Those interested may stop by the library and obtain a free bag of materials. To get a free book for the summer, children are required to spend 10 hours reading, and may then enter for a drawing for a Banzai Twin Barrel Water Blaster.

Story time hours are listed below and are conducted by Children's Librarian Melissa Causey:
Book Babies Story Time (birth to 2 years): Thursdays, 6/17-7/29 10:30am-11:00am
3-5 Year Old Story Time: Tuesdays, 6/15-7/27 10:00am-10:45am
6-8 Year Old Story Time: Tuesdays, 6/15-7/27 3:00pm-4:00pm Parents and guardians are asked to remain with children two years old and younger. Parents and guardians of children three year old and up do not have to attend the story time, but are asked to remain in the building.

Summer Library Programs include Snakes, Comedy, Movies, and More...

Super Summer Shows occur on Wednesdays from 6/16 through 7/28 from 2:00pm-3:00pm for ages 6 and up. Younger children may attend when accompanied by an adult who will sit next to them during the program and take them outside when the become restless or noisy.
6/16: John Storms and His World of Reptiles (Event Includes Live Animals)
6/23: Family Film: Shark Tale
6/30: Katie Adams' Make believe Theatre Presents Stories From the Sea
7/7: Family Film: Surf's Up
7/14: Grimy Brothers Comedy Improv
7/21: Ronald McDonald Magic Show
7/28: Florida Bat Conservatory Presents Our Florida Bats (Event Includes Live Animals)

More Summer Fun is found in additional programming for children ages 9-12:
7/1: Film: “Aquamarine” Thursday, 3:00pm-4:30pm
7/15: Board and Wii Games: Thursday, 3:00pm-4:30pm
7/29: Program to Be Announced: Thursday, 3:00pm-4:30pm

Duck Tape Creations
The Duck Tape Club is an organization for youths ages 9-12 with the intention of promoting creativity and uniqueness with duck tape which meets on the following Thursdays from 3:00pm-4:30pm
6/10: Tie (Bring tie to decorate)
7/8: Flip-Flops (Bring flip-flops to decorate)
8/12: Beach of Book Bag

Mothers and Daughters can share time and books...
The Mother/Daughter Book Discussion is for Daughters, (ages 9-12), and their Mothers, (ageless), to read the following books and come together for dialog once a month on the following Thursdays, from 4:00pm-5:00pm
6/24: Ballet Shoes (Noel Streatfeild)
7/22: The Story of the Treasure Seekers (E. Nesbit)
8/26: The Saturdays (Elizabeth Enright)
9/23: Caddie Woodlawn Carol Brink)
10/21: Mysterious Benedict Society (Trenton Lee Stuart)
11/18: All of a Kind Family (Sydney Taylor)

Paws to Read
Read to Smiles Unleashed therapy dogs Clifford and Coco every third Saturday, 10:00am-11:00am and receive stickers and a free book.
6/19 , 7/17, 8/21 , 9/18 , 10/16 , 12/18 , 1/22 , 2/19 , 3/19, 4/16

Pix and Popcorn at the Library
Come and see films for free and enjoy refreshments for a small charge on the following Saturdays from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
7/10, Family: Percy Jackson and the Olympians
7/17, Kids: Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland
7/24, Adults: Remember Me
8/7, Family: IMAX Under the Sea
8/14, Kids: Finding Nemo
8/21, Adults: Clash of the Titans
Please note that movie titles are subject to change. Contact Chana Smith at the Library for more information. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Adult Book Discussion
A chance for adults to come together and discuss books on a range of topics, both giving and receiving equally. Please cocme by the bartow Public Library to purchase your copy of the following titles. The group meets on the following Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am
7/27-Where the River Ends (Charles Martin)
8/31-Infidel (Ayan Hirsi Ali)
9/28-Beloved (Toni Morrison)

Computer Classes will resume in July and a second set will occur in August:
Basic Computing Classes for Adults will take place in two sections on a series of three dates on the following Mondays from 1:00pm to 3:00 pm...
7/12, 7/19, 7/26 and again on 8/16, 8/23, 8/30
Classes will cover very basic elements of computers and computer use, up to creating e-mail accounts and engaging in effective Internet searches.
Please sign-up at the Circulation Desk at the Bartow Public Library if interested.

The Bartow Public Library is currently searching for artwork to hang in its 2nd floor Gallery. Artists interested in having their work displayed should contact the library at 863-534-0131 and ask to speak to Chana Smith.

Want to display your creative side?

2009-06-22T12:05:00.000-07:00

We are looking for individuals who would like to display their creativity (artwork, photography, etc.) in our art gallery. If you are interested please send us a message or call Chana at 863-534-0131 for more information.

2009-05-15T13:39:00.000-07:00

We're currently conducting an informal survey to find out what programs should be offered for adults at the library.

Lately we've had computer classes, a Job Search Workshop sponsored by Polk Works, English Language Conversation Practice, and a monthly book discussion group.

What else do you think should be offered? Do you have any suggestions for local organizations that would work with us to present a workshop or class?

All feedback is appreciated! Comment here, call us at 863-534-0131, or email us at bartowpubliclibrary@gmail.com.

Bartow Public Library's Mother/Daughter Book Discussion!

2009-05-08T07:05:00.001-07:00

The Bartow Public Library is proud to present the Mother/Daughter book discussion.

Grow closer together by READING TOGETHER.

Join the discussion group for girls ages 9-12 and their mothers, grandmothers, aunts, big sisters, or guardians.

Sign up at the front desk at the Bartow Public Library and receive one free copy of that month's title. READ IT and BRING IT with you to the meeting to discuss the book.

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.

The refreshments will follow the theme of the book. BE SURPRISED!

Thurs., June 25: Island of the Aunts by Eva Ibbotson

4:00-5:00 PM

Thurs., July 30: Nim's Island by Wendy Orr

4:00-5:00 PM

Thurs., August 27: The Tail of Emily Windsnap by Liz Kessler

4:00-5:00 PM

Thurs., Sept. 24: Fame and Glory in Freedom Georgia by Barbara O'Connor

4:00-5:00 PM

This is a wonderful time for young girls to grow. Don't miss out!

Don't forget to sign up at the front desk of the Bartow Public Library!!

Super Summer Shows!!(June-July 2009)

2009-04-24T08:31:00.000-07:00

The Bartow Public Library is PROUD to offer Super Summer Shows!

This expierence is for ages 6 and up, younger siblings may attend when accompanied by an adult, WHO WILL TAKE THEM OUTSIDE WHEN THE CHILD NO LONGER WANTS TO SIT STILL QUIETLY! Groups of ages 6 and up are welcome, but to ensure seating for groups please call (863)534-0131 and tell us how many you are planning to bring.

Show times are 10:30-11:30 AM. John Storms will give a second show from 2:00-3:00 PM.

* indicates the program features LIVE animals.

June 10th- John Storms & His World of Reptiles*
(This show is VERY popular so ENSURE your seating AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. We wouldn't want you to miss out on this expiernce.)

June 17th- The Florida Aquarium is proud to offer "Wild Wetlands"*

June 24th- Jeanine Thomson of Be an Angel Therapy Dogs*

July 1st- Lowry Park Zoo's "Scales, Feathers, and Spines"*

July 8th- Johnathan West's Marionettes "Dinky and the Dragon"
(This is a puppet show!)

July 15th- Children's Author Marianne Berks

July 22nd- Suzuki Strings Children's Violin Ensemble
(This is a music show for the children.)

July 29th- The Ospreys of Bartow, presented by Mike McMillian & the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
(This will be a discussion about the Ospreys found here in Bartow.)

ALL OF THESE ARE AS EXCITING AS THEY SOUND! SO DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES!

March Non-Fiction

2009-03-18T13:01:00.000-07:00

Ubuntu for Non-Geeks: A Pain-Free, Project-Based, Get-Things-Done Guidebook
Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder
Celebutards: The Hollywood Hacks, Limousine Liberals, & Pandering Politicians Who Are Destroying America
Passing Strange: A gilded Age Tale of Love and Deception Across the Color Line
The Return of Depression Economics and the Crisis of 2008
Securing the City: Inside America's Best Counterterror Force-the NYPD
A Tolerable Anarchy: Rebels, Reactionaries, and the Making of American Freedom
The Unlikely Disciple: A Sinner's Semester at America's Holiest University
Hiking Central Florida
Hiking North Florida and the Panhandle
Hiking South Florida and the Keys
Fool's Paradise: Player's, Poseurs and teh Culture of Express in South Beach

New Reference

2009-03-18T12:53:00.000-07:00

2009 Writer's Market
Baseball Ratings: The All-Time Best Players at Each Position, 1876 to the Present
The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Politics
The Encyclopedia of Animated Cartoons
Encyclopedia of Native Tribes of North America
Gems of the World
The Handy Anatomy Answer Book
The New Encyclopedia of Snakes
The New Food Lover's Companion
Our Changing Planet: The View From Space
The Oxford Companion to the American Musical
Trees: A visual Guide
What People Wore When

March New Music

2009-03-18T07:01:00.000-07:00

New Music ordered March 13:

Classical:

Borg, Kim, et. al., "Sibelius: Songs"
Choir of New College "Ludford: Missa Benedicta et Venerablilis, Antiphons"
Classical Naptime for Tots
Dinnerstein, Simone (piano) "Bach: Goldberg Variations"
Gabrieli Consort "Haydn: The Creation"
Grimaud, Helene (piano) "Bach"
Harvey/Scottish Symphony Orchestra "Body Mandala"
Lewis, Paul (piano) "Beethoven #4"
Maag, Peter/LSO "Mendelssohn Symphony #3"

Jazz:
Blanchard, Terence " A Tale of God's Will (A Requiem for Katrina)
Carter, James "Present Tense"
Corea, Chick "The New Crystal Silence"
Dr. John "The City that Care Forgot"
Hargrove, Roy "Earfood"
Metheny, Pat "Day Trip"
O'Farrill, Arturo "Song for Chico"
Perez, Danilo "Across the Crystal Sea"
Sanborn, David "Here and Gone"
Vanguard Jazz Orchestra "Monday Night Live at the Village Vanguard"
Wilson, Cassandra "Loverly"

Pop:
Allen, Lily "It's Not Me, It's You"
Blige, Mary J. "Growing Pains"
Blind Boys of Alabama (Gospel) "Down in New Orleans"
Cole, Holly "Holly Cole"
Franklin, Kirk (Christian) "The Fight of My Life"
The Gaither Band (gospel) "Lovin' Life"
Gibson, Laura (alt folk?) "Beats of Seasons"
Hudson, Jennifer "Jennifer Hudson"
Kid Rock "Rock'n'Roll Jesus"
Seeger, Pete "Pete Seeger at 89"
Sleater-Kinney (90s feminist alt-punk) "All Hands on the Bad One," "Call the Doctor," "Dig Me Out"
Skaggs, Ricky (Bluegrass) "Honoring the Fathers of Bluegrass"
Springsteen, Bruce "Working on a Dream"
TobyMac (Christian) "Alive & Transported"
Tyminski, Dan (Country-folk) "Wheels"
Winans, Cece (Gospel) "Thy Kingdom Come"

New Movies

2009-02-28T12:35:00.000-08:00

Movies? At the Library? Yes!

We just ordered some movies, both new and old!

Like the Sopranos?
We have the complete seasons from 1st to 6th.

Like Westerns?
Come check out Appaloosa.

Mysteries?
Agatha Christie is for you.

Yes the Bartow Public Library has them all.
We also have:

The Graduate
High School Musical 3 - Senior Year
Zack and Miri
Pride and Glory
Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist
The Horse Whisperer
Before Sunrise
Before Sunset
House
Blindness
Man on Fire
Fugitive
Spy Game
Vanity Fair
Body of Lies
American Beauty
The Express
The Children's Hour
An Unfinished Life
Risky Business
Righteous Kill
Smokey & the Bandit
Miracle at St. Anna
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
The Haunting of Molly Hartley
Quarantine
Flash of Genius
Changeling
Charade
Closing the Ring
American Graffiti
Underworld
Christmas Caper
Snow Angels

That is just a fraction of what we have!
Come on down to the Bartow Public Library and see what else we have!

New Music!

2009-02-06T12:17:00.001-08:00

Hey there, we have just received a shipment of hot, new music. Lots of different Genres and artists.

Here they are:

Lil Wayne-Tha Carter III
The magnetic Fields-Distortion
Brian Wilson-That Lucky Old Son
Santogold
BB King-One Kind Favor
Lucinda Williams-Little Honey
Taylor Swift-Fearless
The Jonas Brothers-A Little Bit Longer
Erykah Badu-New Amerykah
John Mellencamp-Life Death Love Freedom
Ryan Adams & The Cardinals-Cardinology
Kaser Chiefs-Off With Their Heads
The Black Keys-Attack & Release
Mudcrutch
Narrow Stairs-Death Cab For Cutie
The Raconteurs-Consolers Of The Lonely
Def Jam- Nas
Jamey Johnson-That Lonesome Song
Bon Iver-For Emma, Forever ago
Blitzen Trapper-Furr
Vampire Weekend
The Knux-Remind Me In 3 Days
MGMT-Oracular Spectacular
TV On The Radio-Dear Science
Kings Of Leon-Only By The Night
Bob Dylan-Tell Tale Signs

Check them out!

Hope you see some that interest you!

If so, come and get what you want before they are all gone!

New music

2009-02-05T13:02:00.001-08:00

Check out this new CD, sample here! Fleet Foxes! http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=98092448

Blogging again

2009-02-05T12:55:00.000-08:00

We used to maintain this blog as bartowpubliclibrary on blogspot.com, not anymore. We'll use this venue for posting new titles in the collection, staff reviews, etc. I hope you enjoy it!