This is Part I of a series of search tutorials that I hope will offer something for everyone.
Part II will cover Searching the Catalog for Video Games.
Part III will cover Google Search: Tips & Tricks.
Additional tutorials may be added over time.
One challenge when searching the catalog is that the same title can apply to multiple [...]
Archive for February, 2008
Ways to Search for Movies, Music, and Audiobooks
Posted in Movies, Music, Tutorials on February 27, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Trivia Contest
Posted in Program Announcements on February 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I’ve been wanting to hold a trivia contest at the library for awhile, and now it’s going to happen: Saturday, March 15th at Noon. All ages are welcome, and prizes will be awarded.
You can sign-up to be a contestant by:
Calling 619-469-2151
Emailing me
Leaving a comment on this post
Visiting the Reference Desk
If you’re under 18, I’d [...]
Closed on Monday. Some Stats to Share.
Posted in Tips on February 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
We will be closed on Monday the 18th for Presidents’ Day. I hope you enjoy your holiday.
Collectively, you brought home about 10,000 more library items in January 2008 as compared to January 2007. Wow! It was an astounding 32% increase, the largest of any County branch. We who work here are thankful to be in [...]
Children’s Book Review
Posted in Children's Book Reviews, Grade 5 & 6 on February 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
No More Dead Dogs by Gordon Korman
Star football player Wallace Wallce, can not tell a lie which lands him in detention attending the school play rehearsals. In spite of himself, Wallace Wallace becomes involved in the play and makes changes to both the play and himself.
Posted by Anna
Slideshow and New Subscription Option
Posted in About Subscribing, Tips on February 12, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
On the Photos page, we’ve created a slideshow of the new library’s construction. The news we here is that the new library could open in May.
Also, if it is more convenient for you to receive our new content by email (rather than check the website to see if we’ve added anything new), you can now [...]
Last Night’s Grammy Winners
Posted in Music on February 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black (Record of the Year for her song, “Rehab”)
Herbie Hancock’s River: The Joni Letters (Album of the Year) It’s the first time a jazz album has won Album of the Year since 1964’s Getz/Gilberto. I’m listening to it right now for the first time (from home), and it’s quite pleasing and [...]
First-time Home Buyers
Posted in Program Announcements on February 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Are you thinking about buying your first home any time in the future? As part of San Diego Saves Week, La Mesa Library will be hosting an event for you. Learn about programs that help first-time home buyers and the importance of credit, savings, and wise financial decisions. Refreshments will be served.
Saturday, March 1st at [...]
