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Summer Reading Reflections
I survived my first summer as a children’s librarian. Yay me. These are the things I have learned: 1) You can’t please everyone. (Parents will always ask, “Is this all you have planned for the kids?” even if you have … Continue reading
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Summer Reading Begins
I woke up this morning with my mind spinning with all the things I needed to get done today. I was worried about not having a summer display up yet. I was worried about setting up the meeting room for … Continue reading
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Houston Symphony
Last night D and I went to see our Houston Symphony play the music of Queen. I thought it was a really great performance. The vocalist actually did an excellent job of re-creating those Freddie Mercury songs that are really … Continue reading
Hauling Stuff on Your Bike
Some options. From fashionable to practical. 1. HoldAll Basket from Dahon 2. Bates Crates 3. Wald Rear Twin Basket Carrier. (Available at REI.) 4. Vera Bike Pannier from Queen Bee Creations 5. Bike Handlebar Bag from Bone Shaker Bags 6. … Continue reading
The Fall
We watched The Fall this week. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I really liked it. I first saw the poster for it at the Angelika Theater a couple of years ago and assumed it was just some weird … Continue reading
You Say Donut, I Say Doughnut
It’s National Donut Day! We like Shipley’s Donuts around here, but there are a lot of good mom & pop places, too. For the adventurous, make your own! Joy the Baker’s Chocolate Glazed: Bakerella’s Slightly Dry Cake Doughnuts: Buns in … Continue reading
Cutting Libraries
By Daniel Solis (via A Whole Lotta Nothing)
Bike to Work Day
Man, do I wish I could ride my bike to work. But freeways and highways and potential cardiac arrest prevents me. This is a cool video showing morning rush hour in The Netherlands, where biking is an essential part of … Continue reading
ACL Fest 2010
The lineup for the 2010 Austin City Limits Music Festival was announced a day or two ago. I saw the list pop up in my email, but I wasn’t really like, “Yowsa!” about anything. And all I could think of … Continue reading
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On the Green Front
Things to try out: 1. Green Genius biodegradeable plastic bags. Find them here at Amazon. (via Design*Sponge) 2. Abeego reusable food packaging. Made of hemp, cotton, beeswax, and plant extracts. So cool! (via Re-nest) 3. TOMS. This isn’t breaking news … Continue reading