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Blind Date with a Book
With the return of February it’s time to roll out a fun new library event seen across the country, a blind date with a book. The idea is...

Kellianne McAdoo
Feb 6, 20231 min read


Build Your Own Magnetic Board Game
Last November I did a post espousing the brilliance of the classic Avalon Hill wargame Tactics II. In that post I briefly talked about my...

Michael Ireland
Jan 23, 20234 min read


Year In Review: The Most Circulated Items in 2022
Caldwell Public Library cards were used more than 253,500 times in 2022. That breaks down to nearly 700 times a day! We serve a diverse...

Haley Westbrook
Jan 16, 20233 min read


Easing Into E-Resources: Libby
The Hidden Resource: You may be familiar with many of the materials that you have access to at our library, such as books, CD's,...

Monique Gaddy
Jan 11, 20234 min read


On Display at the Library
Over the past couple months, you may have seen some displays popping up again in the library, “cozy stories” was the first. I’ve seen so...

Kellianne McAdoo
Jan 2, 20232 min read


No Country for Old Musicians: A Freegal Album Review
Where do I begin with Reggie and the Full Effect? The solo project of James Dewees, Reggie and the Full Effect are an Irreverent and...

Michael Ireland
Dec 26, 20223 min read


Picture Book Organization
If you have been in the Kids' Room at the library recently, you might have noticed some colorful new signs along the back wall where the...

Haley Westbrook
Dec 19, 20222 min read


Adventures in Outreach - Fall 2022
Outreach services had an amazing time this Fall with the Caldwell community. We were able to participate in some really fun events, give...

Monique Gaddy
Dec 12, 20223 min read


Tactics II: A Forgotten Classic
Way, way back when I first began writing for the blog, I did a piece on homemade board games and game design titled, “B.Y.O.B. Build your...

Michael Ireland
Nov 28, 20223 min read


#BookTok
You might be used to seeing publicity for new and forthcoming books on social media, but there is one social media platform that is...

Haley Westbrook
Nov 21, 20223 min read


Meet the Staff - Kellianne!
Hi there everyone, I’m Kellianne. I’m one of the newest additions to the library as a Circulation Assistant. You’ll see me right at the...

Kellianne McAdoo
Nov 14, 20222 min read


Kid & Teen Library Resources to Keep You Busy During Our Program Break
The Library is taking a youth program break November 1-13, 2022. There will be no Storytimes, Music & Movement, Afterschool Fun, or Teen...

Haley Westbrook
Oct 31, 20222 min read


Adult Fiction That'll Make Your Blood Run Cold
I might be jumping the gun here but the department stores have Halloween decorations out and the weather has started to turn. Therefore,...

Michael Ireland
Sep 26, 20222 min read


My Fall Favorites
I cannot be more excited about the fall season! I know I am a little early, but I am all ready to start implementing my favorite fall...

Monique Gaddy
Sep 12, 20224 min read


The Second Stage Turbine Blade: A Freegal Album Review
Progressive rock isn’t just for nerds. Mostly for nerds, but not exclusively. I jest, but if a series of rock albums following the...

Michael Ireland
Aug 29, 20222 min read


Adventures in Outreach - Summer 2022
Hello! As we wrap up another summer and finish off the Summer Reading program and the summertime events, I feel happy with how everything...

Monique Gaddy
Aug 8, 20222 min read


Free Audio Plugins for your DAW
If you’re like me and running a low / no budget recording setup chances are you're doing most everything “in the box”. My audio rack only...

Michael Ireland
Jul 18, 20223 min read


Recommended Reading: Graphic Novels For All Ages
Want to try out some graphic novels? Check out our list of recommended titles.
mwolf34
Jul 4, 20224 min read


Recommended Reading for Audiophiles
Music is big business. And not just for record companies or artists, but for entire industries devoted to the playback and experience of...

Michael Ireland
Jun 20, 20222 min read


Adventures in Outreach - May 2022
Hello there! I hope everyone is enjoying their summer so far! At the library we have been busy signing up families for Summer Reading!...

Monique Gaddy
Jun 13, 20223 min read
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