In collaboration with Cortico, PBS Frontline and the MIT Center for Constructive Communication (CCC), the Teen Dialogue Accelerator Grant opportunity was posted on the American Library Association …
When I was in first grade, I had a remarkable teacher who believed in the importance of reading so much that she built a small library in the back of our classroom when the school library closed. …
Booklist Reader is the Ruby Sisson library’s latest free magazine, featuring diverse readers’ advisory recommendations, in print and on audio, for readers of all ages. Each month, …
Did you know that Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library cardholders use e-books more often than any other library in our 160-member library system? That’s right. During the month of August, you …
Two local authors who have donated their books to your library’s collection help bring vibrant personalities and regional history to life in an interesting, enjoyable way. …
With our community’s youngsters back in school, we want to be sure you know that your library has a multitude of resources for students of all ages. You can find nonfiction …
Our community’s children are benefiting from two new positive acts in their favor — the resumption of free after-school tutoring plus a generous donation of books. The free …
Two of Pagosa’s most prolific authors — Patty Latham and Val Valentine — have just donated their books to your library for your reading pleasure. Latham’s book, titled …
Friends of the Library members are hosting a pop-up book donation event this Saturday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Ramon’s Mexican Restaurant, 56 Talisman Drive, at the entrance to the …
The Friends of the Library are planning ahead for future book sales to benefit the library by arranging a pop-up book donation location on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Ramon’s …
Do you know the value of a home library for your youngsters? Research shows that kids who have books in their home have improved vocabulary and overall reading performance; do better in math, science …
We have a free online resource that will be a huge asset to anyone who is about to take a car, motorcycle or commercial driver’s test. The site includes hundreds of practice questions …
With the busy summer season underway, we wanted to remind you that you can freeze, or suspend, your holds on books or other materials if you don’t have time for them now. The best part is …
This week we remain closed until Saturday, Aug. 9, to keep you safe as construction begins on our expansion project. During this time, we will be constructing a new entrance and walkway …
We will close next Monday, Aug. 4, through Saturday, Aug. 9, to keep you safe as construction begins on our expansion project. During this time, we will be constructing a new entrance and …
Next Friday, Aug. 1, marks the end of our hugely successful Summer Reading Program. We will gather from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for a free fun celebration that includes games, activities, the grand prize …
The hugely popular three-day Friends of the Library book sale happens this weekend at the Community United Methodist Church located downtown at 434 Lewis St. You can take advantage of great …
The hugely popular three-day Friends of the Library book sale happens next week at the Community United Methodist Church located downtown at 434 Lewis St.
Donations of books to your library have always been vital to our health. They add breadth and depth to our collection. They also provide pleasure to buyers and profits at the Friends of the …
Do you have a plan to make sure your child has lots of reading opportunities this summer? Several studies have documented a “summer slide” in reading skills once kids go on summer …