Posted on March 10, 2021 at 6:00 am
Lynda.com is changing to LinkedIn Learning. All of the business and technology courses and content from Lynda.com will be integrated into the LinkedIn Learning platform. This digital resource will be temporarily unavailable on Thursday, March 11, as all customer information is transferred to LinkedIn Learning to create a seamless transition for lea […]
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Tags: course, LinkedIn Learning, online courses, online learning, online resources, training
Posted on March 1, 2021 at 6:00 am
About Civic Lab Online Civic Lab Online provides information on issues facing our community for you to explore. Take a look at thought-provoking materials for teens and adults that allow us to engage in open conversation and grow together as a community. You’ll find all past topics on the Civic Lab Online web page. What is […]
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Tags: adults, civic lab, community, digital divide, digital gap, digital inequality, Discussion, technology, teens
Posted on February 25, 2021 at 4:30 am
By GWENDOLYN HALEY We have good news for all who enjoy nature and the outdoors! The 2021 Check Out Washington Discover Passes have arrived at the library. You can explore millions of acres of state parks and public lands. The Check Out Washington backpack includes binoculars, field guides, other interpretive materials, and a special Discover […]
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Tags: #CheckOutWA, Check Out Washington, Discover Pass, hiking, nature, outdoors, Washington State Parks
Posted on February 22, 2021 at 6:00 am
By GWENDOLYN HALEY You may have already checked out the Ready for School with STEM kits for younger children (ages 3–5) from the library. Or perhaps you’ve borrowed our Snap Circuits set for elementary school students. We have heard positive reviews from library customers for both of these kits. In response, we are pleased to […]
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Tags: activities, books, elementary, engineering, kids, math, parents, science, STEM, students, technology
Posted on February 9, 2021 at 6:00 am
By Alison Johnson As many of us are settling into our new normal, you may find that there are still many new things to learn and explore. Many households with children are schooling from home. Everyone I know is still figuring out their busy virtual lives. Finding an enjoyable focus and taking a time-out from […]
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Tags: adults, art, create, creative, Gale, gale courses, homeschooling, lifelong learning, parents, personal development, personal growth
Posted on February 4, 2021 at 6:00 am
By Stacey Goddard This will probably sound weird: one of my favorite times of the year to work in the library is during tax season. We get a lot of questions about tax forms, instruction booklets, and where to get help during that period between late December, when questions start, through the middle of April […]
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Tags: AARP tax aide, adults, federal taxes, free tax help, income tax, IRS, tax aide, tax preparation, taxes
Posted on February 2, 2021 at 6:00 am
BY CRYSTAL MILLER Taking an online class from Gale Courses can help you attain your entrepreneurial pursuits, make money from your hobbies and interests, polish your job hunting skills, and boost your resume with new marketable skills. We offer Gale Courses as a resource in our Digital Library. The courses are held online, and most […]
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Tags: Gale, gale courses, learning, lifelong learning, online courses, training
Posted on February 1, 2021 at 6:00 am
About Civic Lab Online Civic Lab Online provides information on issues facing our community for you to explore. Take a look at thought-provoking materials for teens and adults that allow us to engage in open conversation and grow together as a community. You’ll find all past topics on the Civic Lab Online web page. What is […]
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Tags: adults, civic lab, government, online, politics
Posted on December 31, 2020 at 6:00 am
About Civic Lab Online Civic Lab Online provides information on issues facing our community for you to explore. Take a look at thought-provoking materials for teens and adults that allow us to engage in open conversation and grow together as a community. You’ll find all past topics on the Civic Lab Online web page. What is […]
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Tags: adults, civic lab, government, online, politics
Posted on December 15, 2020 at 6:00 am
Guest blog by Dr. Allison Wilson Community spaces and familiar routines offer rich opportunities for meaningful interactions and learning with young children. Everyday Language and Learning Opportunities (Project ELLO) focuses on increasing the number of quality, language-rich interactions between caregivers and young children. ELLO resources encou […]
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Tags: caregivers, child care, conversations, development, early learning, ELLO, kids, math, parents, talking
