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November 28th, 2007
01:02 pm - Inspiring
I'm sorry it's been so long since a C-Scapes update. Technology foibles have prevented blog updates for several weeks. But, to break the dry spell, I have an inspiring story to share.
“Courage is grace under pressure.” -Ernest Hemingway
This quote appears in a book by Alice Hegan Rice titled, My Pillow Book. It’s a book of inspirational thoughts and quotes published in 1937. What is really inspirational is this book was returned into the book drop at the East Branch. It was due in 1962! So, 45 years later, it is nice to know that an anonymous someone was inspired to return this book to the library, revealing true grace. We thank you...
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October 3rd, 2007
10:55 am - Upcoming Changes – Losing Hours, Gaining Sundays
As part of the upcoming citywide budget reductions coming in October, the Clearwater Public Library System will be losing hours overall, but adding Sunday hours at more locations.
Beginning on Sunday, October 28, the Main and East libraries will join the Countryside Branch and open from 1-5 each Sunday. However, this will require sacrificing some evening hours. All Clearwater Library locations will now be closed at 5 pm on Thursdays and Main, East and Countryside will all close at 8 pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The Beach Branch will be open from 9 am to 5 pm Monday – Friday in its temporary location near the Beach Recreation Center until its permanent home is completed.
It is our hope that, even though we will be open fewer hours each week, the hours we are open will better meet the needs of you, our users. We have heard for years that people wanted Sunday hours at more locations, and this is our opportunity to respond. Please let us know what you think.
- Barbara Pickell barbara.pickell @ myclearwater.com 727.562.4970
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April 20th, 2007
04:06 pm - Clearwater Libraries Offer Spanish Programs
Upcoming Spanish programs at Clearwater libraries are as follows:
Celebrate El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), by attending Boca Beth, an interactive children's class with music, puppets, movement, creativity, and props that teach basic Spanish to English-speaking children, ages 4-8. The celebration is Wednesday, April 25, 10 a.m. at East Library.
Call (727) 669-1280 for more information. El día de los niños/El día de los libros is a celebration of children, families, and reading held annually on April 30 and emphasizes the importance of advocating literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Circulo de Lectura, Spanish language book discussion group meets monthly to discuss bestselling Spanish authors, themes, and literature. Next meeting is Wednesday, May 23 at the Main Library, 1 p.m. Bring your lunch or pick up something at the library’s Bookworm Café. Call (727) 562-4970, ext. 5284, for more information. Clearwater library programs are a public service offered at no cost to attendees. Media Note: For more information, call auren Tarsi, City of Clearwater Public Information Specialist, (727) 562-4834.
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March 2nd, 2007
01:12 pm - Learn about Medicaid/Health Care Options
Staywell/Healthease representatives will discuss health care options and answer questions about recent changes to Medicaid for individuals,
March 13, 2-5 p.m. at East Library, 2251 Drew St.
This program ensures that the community receives appropriate information to make informed choices regarding their benefit options.
For more information, call (727) 669-1280.
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01:04 pm - Crime Fiction Author Visits East Library
Florida Crime Fiction Writer, James O. Born, will discuss and sign copies of his books at the Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St., March 30, 2 p.m.
Born is a Special Agent with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. He has been involved in investigations in areas such as organized crime, violent crimes, economic crimes, drug cartels, and public corruption. Born has been writing for 14 years and has the same editor as W.E.B. Griffin and Tom Clancy - the very authors he spent his time reading during long surveillances years ago. His latest novel is Field of Fire, and his past novels include Escape Clause, Shock Wave and Walking Money. Born currently lives in Palm Beach County.
For more information, call (727) 669-1280.
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January 23rd, 2007
12:23 pm - Motorcycle Enthusiasts: Get Ready to Tour the Open Road
If you own a pig, hog, bike, chopper or plain old motorcycle, then this one’s for you. Author of Great American Motorcycle Tours, Gary McKechnie, will discuss trips for urban bikers, Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m. at Clearwater East Library, 2251 Drew St. Peter Fonda wrote the forward to the book.
McKechnie has more than 20 years of motorcycle riding under his belt. His travel features have appeared in publications such as the Miami Herald, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, and United Airlines' Hemispheres. A former advertising copywriter, stand-up comedian, and Walt Disney World Jungle Cruise skipper, McKechnie is a professional speaker and founder of the Charles Kuralt Travel Society.
Call (727) 669-1280 for more information.
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