During senior year of high school, we had to read one very thick classic and write one very thick paper on it. We had all of second semester to do this, and a small pile of books from which to choose. I reached for Anna Karenina and opened to the first page, "Happy families are…
Four Reasons Why Now’s a Good Time to Learn a Language with Mango
4. It's free with your KCLS library card. Choose "Education and Testing" under the Online Library drop-down menu at the KCLS home page, and scroll down. Or go directly to Mango Languages. First-time users can start with "Guest Access." Once you pick a language to explore, you can take a placement test. The "Hello, guest…
6 Nostalgic Stories to Read in the Dark
As a child, I loved the annual book fair at my library. There was something for everyone- from chapter books about ballerinas to posters of racecars and the coolest mechanical pencils ever. I always went home with a tall stack of personal favorites- the spookiest stories on offer for an elementary school reader. From the…
Humans of Libraryland: The Driving Librarian
Welcome to another edition of Humans of Libraryland, where I get to introduce you to some of the spectacular folks who work for your public library! You might hear about favorite hobbies, secret dreams, adorable pets, and more! This week we're chatting with someone very special. If you have ever been on (or seen) one…
Banned Comics: Very Graphic Novels
During Banned Books Week, libraries across the country celebrate intellectual freedom, one of KCLS' guiding values. Calls to ban books continue to happen every year, and some of the most frequently challenged materials come in the form of comics and graphic novels. Why might that be? The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund explains: "Comics are challenged for all of…
12 Tips for Getting the Most out of Libby
The new interface, simple one-tap experience, and all-in-one shelf have made finding your next great read easier and faster than ever. Here are our favorite things you can do in Libby that you might not have known about! Adjust the playback speed Switching between common playback speeds is as easy as tapping the small clock…
Building on Support from Voters: 2004 Capital Bond Progress
Note: Stephen A. Smith was Interim Director in 2017 Thirteen years ago, the King County Library System embarked on an ambitious, long-term Capital Improvement Plan that has made KCLS one of the busiest and most beautiful library systems in the country. When King County voters approved a $172 million Capital Bond in 2004, it was…
Savory Soup Books
The leaves are turning, the temperatures dropping and it's finally raining! Time to put away the grill and pull out the soup pot. Turn this year's harvest into a hearty delight! Join us for Soup's On! at the Woodinville Library this Saturday, September 23, and learn the basics of making great soups with Chef Laurie…
And the Winner Is…Women!
The 69th Annual "Prime-Time" Emmy Awards were presented this past weekend. The title of the show may have lost a bit of its relevance over the years, as more viewers continue to stream shows "on demand," but the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has definitely increased its efforts to recognize directors, writers, and performers…
Ready for Emergencies?
September is National Preparedness Month. It is a great time to reflect upon our emergency preparations. Water, shelter, and communication are the three basic necessities we can start with for numerous emergencies, such as natural disasters, a pandemic of diseases, and terrorism. Library Events KCLS offers Emergency Preparedness classes and a workshop in which you…
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