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Cracking the zero mystery : how the U.S. learned to beat Japan's vaunted WWII fighter plane.

—Rearden, Jim.

Book

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What the dead are dying to teach us : lessons learned from the afterlife

—Broad, Claire, author.

2019

Book

"In this uplifting book, Clare--with help from the spirit world--teaches us why we may have confidence that there is an afterlife, how we can heal and...

Revolting librarians redux : radical librarians speak out

2003

Book

"This compilation on various aspects of alternative librarianship is a sequel to Revolting Librarians, which was published in 1972. The contributors c...

He|she|they : how we talk about gender and why it matters

—Bailar, Schuyler, author.

2023

Book

"Just a few years ago, Schuyler Bailar rose to national and international prominence when he became the first openly transgender athlete to compete on...

Videocracy : how YouTube is changing the world ... with double rainbows, singing foxes, and other trends we can't stop watching

—Allocca, Kevin, author.

2018

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Chicago Med. Season 2

2017

DVD

An emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's newest state-of-the-art trauma center and into the lives of the courageous doctors...

I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet : Discovering New Ways Of Living When The Old Ways Stop Working

—Niequist, Shauna, author, narrator.

2022

EAudiobook

"New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist writes about unexpected loss, change, faith, midlife, and a move to New York City with her signatur...

I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet : Discovering New Ways Of Living When The Old Ways Stop Working

—Niequist, Shauna, author.

2022

EBook

"New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist writes about unexpected loss, change, faith, midlife, and a move to New York City with her signatur...

Beyond heroes and holidays : a practical guide to K-12 anti-racist, multicultural education and staff development

2002

Book

An interdisciplinary guide of lessons and readings on analysing the roots of racism; investigating the impact of racism on lives and communities; exam...

Pause to wonder : stories of the marvelous mysterious and strange

1944

Book

"66 authors, 82 Stories. Authors Virginia Woolf, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Edward Lear, Oscar Wilde, James Thurber, T.S. Eliot, John Steinbeck, Saki, H.G....

Learned excellence : mental disciplines for leading and winning from the world's top performers

—Potterat, Eric, author.

2024

Book

Learned Excellence is a comprehensive and practical guide to the mental disciplines of high performance, from the expert who developed the US Navy SEA...

Lessons Learned And Cherished : The Teacher Who Changed My Life

2023

EBook

"A giftable collection of essays from celebrity contributors celebrating the great work of teachers or a teacher they admire, curated by ABC journalis...

Lessons learned and cherished : the teacher who changed my life

—Roberts, Deborah, 1960- author, editor.

2023

Book

"A giftable collection of essays from celebrity contributors celebrating the great work of teachers or a teacher they admire, curated by ABC journalis...

101 Stories About Life, Love, And Lessons

—Canfield, Jack, 1944-

2010

EAudiobook

Cats have always been wonderful companions and playmates that brighten and enrich our lives but they are also amazing teachers. In this audiobook, cat...

Making sense of chaos : a better economics for a better world

—Farmer, J. Doyne, author.

2024

Book

"We live in an age of increasing complexity--an era of accelerating technology and global interconnection that holds more promise, and more peril, tha...

101 Stories About Life, Love And Lessons

—Canfield, Amy Jack.

2010

EAudiobook

Dogs have always been considered companions and playmates that brighten and enrich our lives but they are also wonderful and amazing teachers. The le...

Hear my heart : what I would say to you

—Graham, Billy, 1918-2018, author.

2014

Book

"America's pastor has gone home. But his lifelong message, his passion for the gospel, and his compassion for people still echo in Hear My Heart. This...

Hear my heart : what I would say to you

—Graham, Billy, 1918-2018, author.

2018

Large Print

"America's pastor has gone home. But his lifelong message, his passion for the gospel, and his compassion for people still echo in Hear My Heart. This...

NPR road trips. Family vacations

—National Public Radio (U.S.)

2010

Book On CD

The National Public Radio archive presents a real-life collection of family vacation stories that whisk listeners away to distant and unusual lands....

How Stella learned to talk the groundbreaking story of the world's first talking dog

—Hunger, Christina (Speech-language pathologist), author.

2021

Book On MP3

When speech-language pathologist Christina Hunger first came home with her puppy, Stella, it didn't take long for her to start drawing connections bet...

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Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… Library Resolution with These Services Blog Body Many of us feel pressure to keep up with digital time wasters—the … that they are necessarily bad in small doses, but many of us don't feel great after scrolling through Facebook rants … why we put together this list of library services you can use to replace that wasted screen time. Next time you find …

Give the joy of reading

… help to meet our goal. One Summer Learning kit costs just $25. Donate today to give the joy of reading to a child … To learn more about the library and this program, or to discuss your donation and how it can make a difference, please …

Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children

… at the library. Officer Evan Bray says, “I think focusing on literacy at a very young age is really crucial to … “It’s a way to forget the outside world,” Evan says, “and just get lost in it together.” Sometimes a day a Cops and … and discovery strips away stresses. More importantly, it’s just fun! “By focusing on the positive things like literacy …

How I Improved My Photography at the Library

… front page of Reddit . This photo was seen by tens of thousands of people. It's a simple picture in many ways—a … the technical side of the craft until recently. What I've learned is you don't need expensive gear; an open mind will … way to making more meaningful photos. As a freelancer, I learned on the job and picked up basic ideas from gig to gig …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… and learning program that will be held June 1st to August 31st. The purpose of Level Up! is to encourage children … and explore your garden. Want to visit an online museum, art gallery or science centre? That counts too! …

National Indigenous Peoples Day

… National Indigenous Peoples Day Blog Body Tansi National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity to celebrate the unique … excited to invite families to learn more about Indigenous traditions, music, and dance at the National Indigenous …

Educator empowering parents to support their child's learning

… - 16:13 Add Description Author and educator Dr. Debbie Pushor will share confidence-building strategies for parents … October 14 at 7:00pm. Attachment MEDIA RELEASE_DebbiePushor_EmpoweringParents.pdf (123.69 KB) …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer Blog Body Ten years ago, I stared … scriptwriting instructor, and writer in residence? I learned these four lessons that changed everything. 1. … know my story well enough, so I’d avoid it. Or I was exhausted, stressed out, or lazy. The most devilish cause was my …

Learning Shouldn’t Be a Luxury

… need the library, I’m not much of a reader’ but there’s just so much more than that,” she says. The Regina Public … it most. Why pay for things like books, e-books, movie and music streaming services, or educational courses? All of …

How to Transform Yourself with Library Services

… one of our staff members into the witch Maleficent using services we offer. Get inspired! If you have a dream … Regina Public Library card, you can make your own projects just like this. Here’s everything we used to pull of this video production: Costume design The …

Journaling for writers

… how I am feeling about it (this is … necessary) Let's focus on the process journal. This journal is focused on the act of writing and how I feel it’s going. I … onto And when I’m done, I do note the following: Did: Felt: Learned: Going OUT of this writing session I feel: Length of …

The Benefits of Pancake Science (and Online Programming)

… Programming) Blog Body When the COVID closures began, I must admit I was a bit skeptical about participating in … program it was an obstacle course to walk through the house as my children’s Lego creations stretched across the … could find. Next, they participated in Pancake Science, and learned the science of how ingredients react together to …

Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence

… Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence Blog Body Physical storefront … to the convenience that e-commerce offers. As a small business owner, it is time to think about offering online … enhancing and expanding all of your digital channels. If customers can’t easily find you, how can they buy your …

Regina Public Library and University of Regina team up to discuss connection between literacy and lifelong learning

… Public Library and University of Regina team up to discuss connection between literacy and lifelong learning …

Build your tech skills to excel at work

… tech courses include PowerBI Essential Training and Rust Tips and Tricks . LinkedIn Learning also offers career … Computing . To view these suggestions and get started, just use your library card number and password to log into …

Fighting summer slide

… children are out of school. Summer slide is a pretty serious issue. Studies show that there is an income divide in … At Regina Public Library, we take summer slide seriously, in that we offer fun ways for children to keep … Take part in the many programs happening in July and August at Regina Public Library. We have STEAM programming, …

Electric Guitar

… plectrum or bare fingers. The pickups on an electric guitar use the vibrations of the strings to generate sound signals. … highly versatile instrument and feature in most genres of music. When you borrow an electric guitar from RPL, you will … adapter. An instrument in good condition makes better music. Please see our Care and Respect video below, to learn …

Free Career and Entrepreneurial Resources

… pandemic affects all aspects of Canadians’ life, many of us are practicing social distancing. Some of us may be recently out of work due to layoffs or closures of business; others may continue to work from home with reduced …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… drama they encounter while starting up their babysitting business. Once I found a series that fit, reading became a … series River Heights – does anyone remember that one? No? Just me?), and horror with Fear Street . Then I started …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… (and the RPL cheer squad): The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative , by Florence … running is that it gets me outside every day. It’s not just the fresh air or the sunshine that I appreciate — it’s … wired to respond to natural environments in ways that makes us happier and healthier.” Alone Against the North: An …

Homework and Learning Help

… Homework and Learning Help … Brainfuse  offers study guides and learning activities connected …  are great for finding magazine articles and news on various research topics. Looking for more supports? Check out …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… always looking out for things that will inspire our young customers to learn and discover. This year, most have had to … stuck inside when the cold weather hits, but winter gives us some special opportunities to learn together. I’ve … In the winter, there are six constellations that can usually be viewed: Orion, Canis Major, Canis Minor, Taurus, …

LinkedIn Learning

… LinkedIn Learning … Learn from industry leaders across popular sectors such as Project … Marketing, Finance and more. Increase your practical skills using applications like Excel. Courses are available in …

Learning Resources

… Learning Resources … History Indigenous Peoples: North America : Collections from Canadian and … into the cultural, political and social history of Indigenous Peoples from the seventeenth into the twentieth century. … Canada Canadian Federation of Library Associations, Indigenous Matters Web Resources CBC Docs: Canadians have been …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons Blog Body Many of us are worried about our finances during COVID-19, and … to pay for your life. We limit it this way to create the illusion of a steady pay cheque and budget within that, so that … make financial lemonade. Hope to see you there! Find more business and finance programming . Courtney from Community …

Library Therapy: Finding Joy Through Empathy

… Through Empathy Blog Body Matty has been a special library customer for more than 20 years. Chris describes Matty as his … The learning experience goes both ways, as staff have learned to help Matty and understand his needs. “This is a … no words,” Chris says, “It’s just actions. The staff have learned to translate that into what Matty wants … it’s …

Digital Keyboard

… to protect it. You will also receive a power adapter, a music rest and usage manuals for the keyboard. If you borrow our larger … a pedal. An instrument in good condition makes better music. Please see our Care and Respect video below, to learn …

Violin

… and thumb. Violins have a wide range of applications in music from Orchestral to Country fiddle and Heavy Metal. When … and a tuner. An instrument in good condition makes better music. Please see our Care and Respect video below, to learn … on Youtube) Helpful Links • Violin Online (free violin music, use and care tips and basic instruction) • The Violin …

Advance your career with soft skills for the workplace

… skills for the workplace Blog Body LinkedIn Learning isn't just about tech skills and coding. It offers courses on a …

Most-read eBooks for 2021

… magazines were borrowed. Highest-circulating magazines were US Weekly and The Economist. eBooks and digital magazines … Call Me Indian by Fred Sasakamoose Most borrowed Indigenous Voices eBook titles Five Little Indians by Michelle Good … Most popular Mango Languages courses: French (1,230 uses) Spanish, Latin American (977 uses) English (532 uses) …

Acoustic Bass

… Acoustic Bass Submitted by lreynish on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 17:26 Service Info The acoustic bass guitar is a low pitched, four string, hollow body … finger pick or bare fingers. When you borrow an acoustic bass from RPL, you will receive it in a case to …

Ukulele

… The strings are made of nylon or gut. The ukulele is usually plucked and strummed with bare fingers and thumb. The ukulele is mainly associated with Hawaiian music but is also found in Folk and Indie music. When you borrow a ukulele from RPL, you will receive …

Bongo Drums

… Info The bongo is a small, two drum, open bottomed, percussion instrument, averaging about 47 cm in length. It is … primarily in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of music. When you borrow a set of bongos from RPL, you will … protect them. An instrument in good condition makes better music. Please see our Care and Respect video below, to learn …

Banjo

… featured in Folk, Bluegrass, Irish traditional and Country music. When you borrow a banjo from RPL, you will receive it … and a tuner. An instrument in good condition makes better music. Please see our Care and Respect video below, to learn … featured in Folk, Bluegrass, Irish traditional and Country music. When you borrow a banjo from RPL, you will receive it …

Mandolin

… or bare fingers. Mandolins are found in many styles of music all over the world. A famous example of mandolin in popular music is Losing my Religion by R.E.M. When you borrow a …

Acoustic Guitar

… Acoustic Guitar Submitted by lreynish on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 17:39 Service Info Acoustic guitars are a six to twelve string instrument with a … is a hollow cylindrical tube made from glass or metal. Acoustic guitars are a highly versatile instrument and feature …

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Commit to meaningful and lasting reconciliation

… National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR),previously known as Orange Shirt Day , is a day to honour … a better ally and deepen your relationship with Indigenous Peoples: Learn: Listen to the stories of residential school survivors Share: Share what you’ve learned with others Show: Wear orange in solidarity Act: …

How Parents Can Teach Through Play

… connect with her son. As parents, it's tempting to only focus on learning objectives and finding ways to inject lessons … fun and independent exploration. Not to mention, it's also just relaxing without having the pressure of a formal plan …

Support For The New School Year

… to help your children with new skills or concepts. Brainfuse is a great resource to turn to because it offers live, online tutoring between the hours of 3 PM and midnight. I once used it to ask a tutor how I can help my young children …

Going Down the Summer Slide

… to middle school children are mostly affected because they learn a lot more, so the loss is greater. Children … 2. Make time to play. Games and puzzles are a fun way to brush up on the basics. Register for one of our many … chess at Central Library. 3. Go on an adventure! Visit a museum, gallery, or the Science Centre to stimulate your …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… to issues from paramedics to fundraising, and she generously donates to several charities, including Regina Public Library (RPL). “If I have skills that I can use to help, I will do that,” says Betty, for whom giving … found out that I was an accountant. They said, ‘You must be good at math,’ so I ended up tutoring newcomers to …

We've got a new look!

… tells the story of who we are and what we provide to our customers and our community. It’s fresh, colourful, and more … of a film showing at the RPL Film Theatre; and open books, just waiting to be read! What do you see when you look at our new logo? The colours we use also have meanings behind them. Along with navy blue, …

Let's Talk About Racism

… Let's Talk About Racism Blog Body Racism and racial injustice have been all over the media in recent months. With … feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to join the discussion about racism and racial injustice, we can help you get started. You can probably guess …

Cajon

… 05/17/2018 - 20:03 Service Info Cajons are box-like percussion instruments that are played by striking the flat … 48 cm in height. Cajons are featured in many types of music including Latin American, Cuban, Afro-Peruvian, … protect it. An instrument in good condition makes better music. Please see our Care and Respect video below, to learn …

Djembe

… and fingers. Djembes are featured in African and World music genres. When you borrow a djembe from RPL, you will … protect it. An instrument in good condition makes better music. Please see our Care and Respect video below, to learn … of Vancouver Public Library Instrument Category Percussion Tutorials • Djembe Rhythms (lessons on Youtube) …

Doumbek

… or goblet drum, is a goblet shaped, hollow body percussion instrument with a single head stretched over the top. … parts of bare hands and fingers. Doumbeks are generally used in classic Middle Eastern music, Darbuka music and other world music genres. When you …

Xylophone

… Xylophones are mainly featured in Orchestral music but sometimes find their way into popular music, a famous example being Somebody that I Used to Know by Gotye. …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… Board, and Heritage Community Association will launch a discussion series based on the Calls to Action for Truth and Reconciliation. We will first discuss Calls #62-65 for Education with help from Balcarres … be on display at next week’s event, where it will be the focus of our discussion. The artist and teacher who coordinated …

Home Study Resources

… tutoring, we have digital services to help you out. Brainfuse offers study guides connected to Saskatchewan … are great for finding magazine articles and news on various research topics. Find these resources and more. …

Check Out These Virtual Tours, Museums, and Activities

… Check Out These Virtual Tours, Museums, and Activities Blog Body Sick of being stuck in the … with nowhere to go? Escape with this list of tours of museums across the world: Dunlop Art Gallery Virtual Tours … page and the Dunlop Learning website Guggenheim Museum (New York) — Tour the building or view exhibits . …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… been stuck inside staring at an increasingly ‘lived in’ house. Maybe we’ve been away from loved ones, or maybe we’re just missing an activity that we used to enjoy. Like many of you I’ve pivoted back to some …

Orange Shirt Day is a chance for us to engage in open conversation about residential schools

… Orange Shirt Day is a chance for us to engage in open conversation about residential schools … that Every Child Matters. It’s a chance for all of us to engage in open conversation about residential schools. … to healing, and to learning. By making space for these discussions to happen, Orange Shirt Day encourages meaningful …

Like stories set in WWII? Try these

… titles like “The Alice Network” and “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” have captured imaginations and made fiction set in … The Huntress by Kate Quinn On the icy edge of Soviet Russia, bold and reckless Nina Markova joins the infamous Night Witches—an all-female bomber regiment—wreaking …

How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library

… English. This barrier made it hard to make friends and adjust to life at a new high school in a different culture. “I … for English education. That simple tap on the shoulder pushed him along his path to learning, making friends, … joining teams, and getting more involved. Today, John uses his personal experience every day as a city councillor …

Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources

… TumbleBooks , Bookflix , and Storyline Online . Or, use any of the books you have in your home! Action Rhymes … Read Together Regina Rhymes for Babies Tumble Tunes music and fun J-brary videos about rhymes … languages The Laurie Berkner Band online kid-friendly music playlist Extension Activities Here are some …

Getting out of your comfort zone

… comfort zone Blog Body Joining a book club full of curious humans is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my … and horror, so a lot of the books we choose and our discussions about them challenge me to create space on my … book that examines the lives and deaths of seven Indigenous students in Thunder Bay, Ontario. It was a hard read, …

Cozy Cooking

… to my past, to my mother and grandmothers who taught me housewifely skills that I haven’t used much in the past few years. Recipes from them are the … might be old and treasured, but technology has given us many ways to learn, and the library has a lot of …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3

… novel (and keep going). Listen for the story’s heartbeat I used to think that a novel was simply a collection of scenes … and understanding of the situation. There’s a brief pause as something shifts or clicks into place, or perhaps … lows. Enough for it to have a shape or a trajectory. Bonus Tip: The ultimate goal during NaNoWriMo isn’t to write a …

Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

… Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule Blog Body Greetings from … week, I spoke to a writer struggling with a rule many of us hear over and over again from writing teachers, coaches, and our critique groups: You must SHOW not TELL. UGH. Truth is, rules make me itch a bit. …

John Ware Reclaimed

… the United States during the Jim Crow era – a time when the US legal system enforced racial segregation and sought to … establish communities in a place less volatile and dangerous than the ones they were fleeing. Once in Canada, Black … It thematizes the family, civil rights, and the learned art of Black Canadian storytelling. And check out …

Writing Help at RPL

… ways, People working on memoirs and family history, A famous poet, A well-published writer working on a book about the … and then offer advice and suggestions to help you do just that. Come and see me! I’ll be kind, careful, and …

RPL Musical Instruments

… RPL Musical Instruments Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/09/2018 - 15:14 Service Info Let's make music together. Explore your musical interests with free access to a variety of …

Volunteer at RPL

… your interests and availability, and meet the needs of our customers. We appreciate your interest in volunteering with us! We’re grateful to be receiving a higher than usual number of applications at this time. We’ll only be in …

Reading while farming

… Week panel event, Food Innovation: Saskatchewan’s Sustainability Success . We asked Clinton to guest-curate a … have many hours to spend collecting my thoughts in the various machines I drive throughout the year,” Clinton said. “I … Be Where Your Feet Are by Scott O’Neil With all of the hustle of today’s lives, this book offers you some solid …

RPL Launches One-of-a-Kind Digital Media Studio

… One-of-a-Kind Digital Media Studio Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/13/2018 - 08:45 Add Description … hardware, equipment, and software that gives library customers the opportunity to explore, collaborate, and learn …

Regina Public Library strives to increase financial literacy in the community

… financial literacy in the community Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 10/31/2018 - 08:47 Add Description … Canadians are struggling with increasingly high levels of household debt, and many fear what the future may bring in …

New friends in Saskatchewan

… Supporting newcomers in Saskatchewan is nothing new for us. We’ve always worked to support our customers with services like one-on-one job coaching and …

World Autism Awareness Day Reading

The not-so-challenging challenge: 5 tips to set inspiring reading goals

… Reading for prizes doesn’t have to be challenging – just fun! Here are some tips on setting reading goals that … Breaking it down can encourage you to keep it up on your busy days when you may feel like you need to skip it. A - … day” becomes “read for a total of one hour each week.” Adjust your goals if you find that you frequently miss your …

Rhonda Donais named library's Indigenous Storyteller in Residence

… Rhonda Donais named library's Indigenous Storyteller in Residence Submitted by chardy on Mon, … announce that Rhonda Donais is the library’s 2025 Indigenous Storyteller in Residence. Rhonda will share traditional Indigenous knowledge and history through storytelling and will …

Indigenous Voices: Sharing Our Stories

… Indigenous Voices: Sharing Our Stories Blog Body RPL’s newest collection puts Indigenous authors front and centre. The Indigenous Voices collection focuses on writings by and about …

Family Road Trips

… were awful, but I look back at them nostalgically, because it feels rare to have such uninterrupted time to be … titles are available through Regina Public Library when you use the Libby app , or on physical compact disc, and I can’t …

"Try the library once, and you are hooked!"

… He is a true ambassador. “I can’t remember a time I didn’t use the library,” he says. “My parents would take us as children. Later I came to borrow books and I was so … Topics . His reason for supporting the library with generous donations is simple: “I get so much out of it!” He sees …

Dickie Yuzicapi named library's first Indigenous Storyteller in Residence

… Dickie Yuzicapi named library's first Indigenous Storyteller in Residence Submitted by chardy on Thu, … the selection of Dickie Yuzicapi as the first Indigenous Storyteller in Residence. The program provides an opportunity for the community to access Indigenous traditional knowledge and history through stories, and …

Stream the best in movies and documentaries

… Courses collection, a series of lifelong learning videos focused on the humanities and sciences, hobbies and skills. As … website here , or launch Kanopy now and get started! Other useful links: Creating a Kanopy account Kanopy Kids (and …

Flags of Unsung Countries opens at Dunlop Art Gallery

… Countries opens at Dunlop Art Gallery Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 08:19 Add Description … one. Liz Ikiriko, who is a biracial Nigerian Canadian, uses photography to document her journey to learn more about … belong in Canada and yet hold on to the legacy of a previous home? What makes a home - is it a geography, a building, …

The magic of musical storytelling

… The magic of musical storytelling Blog Body I played trumpet in band when I was a kid. I was terrible at it, but I loved music and being surrounded by people who were playing it. … children of all ages to experience storytelling through music, and learn more about the instruments of the orchestra. …

Jeopardy! winner and CBC host to hold discussion about media literacy

… Jeopardy! winner and CBC host to hold discussion about media literacy Submitted by chardy on Mon, … Press and Sam Maciag from CBC Saskatchewan. They’ll discuss how the media has changed in recent years and some …

Five Library Resources to Help Write Your Feature Film

… problems like montages and telephone conversations. Side bonus: it’s also a great resource on the planning, writing, and … book receives is that it sometimes feels too formulaic. Just remember, it’s always best to learn the rules before you … of the Rings , this is the book for you. Vogler’s book uses Joseph Campbell’s Hero With a Thousand Faces as a …

Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats

… almost 30% when compared to 2018. This could be in part because of the incredibly popular graphic novel series coming … Kid by Jerry Craft After his parents send him to a prestigious private school known for its academics, Jordan Banks … British Columbia town. Be Prepared by Vera Brosgol A hilarious summer camp story about trying to make friends and brave …

Award winning author, advocate, to speak on civil discourse

Regina Public Library sees spike in digital card signups

"The library keeps me company"

… Blog Body We have a friend named Bob who is a library user and a regular donor. We recently caught up with Bob to … DVDs, CDs, online programming, movies – you name it and I use it, all because of my Regina Public Library card. “The online resources …

10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Diversity

… to inspire you try at least one of the following ideas (bonus points if you choose more than one): 1. Host a (virtual) … movie night and binge three World Cinema comedies using Kanopy. Our top picks come highly reviewed: The … how to say “nice to meet you” in five different languages using Mango Languages . 4. Listen in on this livestreamed …

12 days of Bookmas

… and read. This year we asked our Collections team to tell us what books they are reading this December to help you … On the first day of Bookmas, my library gave me... Just kidding! Day 1: Daphne by Josh Malerman – Fiction … teammate, Daphne is a former student who died mysteriously, and every time someone thinks about her, she will …

Support Indigenous Business

… Support Indigenous Business Blog Body What can I do? I’ve asked this question of … of the things I can do immediately is support local Indigenous businesses. With the help of the Saskatchewan Chamber of …

Smells like back to school season

… means families are scrambling to get into the routine of bus schedules, bag lunches, and getting to know new teachers. To make the back-to-school hustle less overwhelming, we came up with a quick list of our … that will help get kids and teens reading again after a busy summer! For a full list of resources all year round, …

The best show in August

… The best show in August Blog Body Every August, the night sky is flooded with shooting stars. That’s … think of them anyway. I was able to capture one by chance using my smartphone camera. But these brief streaks of light …

Little Bird TV Series and the Sixties Scoop

… Sixties Scoop Blog Body Tansi, The “Sixties Scoop” saw thousands of Indigenous children taken from their homes and families, placed in foster homes, and often adopted out to non-Indigenous families across Canada, the US, Western Europe, …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2

… to make choices they might otherwise not make. Bonus Tip: If you don’t know a character’s name, just put in a placeholder. If you don’t know enough about … to describe a scene involving a partially dismantled fuse box, just stick a note to yourself in parentheses. If …

Soulslike lore and more!

… and King Arthur. Video games are a natural continuation and use The Hero’s Journey as the catalyst for the plot of the … them different from other RPGs (role playing games)? Souslike games use death as a narrative tool. “You Died” is a familiar …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… an email with a personalized booklist. The more you tell us about the books you love, the better we can put together … and entertain you! How do we do it? Some reading services use algorithms to choose books based on your responses. Books4Me uses a prized library resource: librarians! What is it like …

Yes, we do stuff like that

… we offer – and I’m not the only one. I know this because nearly every conversation I’ve had about the library in … family storytimes, murder mystery games, and literally thousands of other unique programs. Even now that we’ve moved … programs online, there’s some really cool stuff happening. Just this September, I watched an incredible live performance …

Be Your Own Bob Ross

… under 30 minutes, his soothing voice saying things like “just a little bit of color” and “make this one a happy … and challenging. It stimulates our imaginations and brings us joy – whether we’re refinishing a piece of furniture, …

Experience Nuit Blanche Art at a Distance

… as art will illuminate buildings in Regina's Warehouse District. Viewers are invited to navigate the grid of streets in the Warehouse District by car, bike, or foot. The event begins at 8pm on August 29, just as the sun begins to set, through to midnight. …

Create Your Own Concert Venue at Home

… Concert Venue at Home Blog Body One of the things a lot of us have been missing these last few months is live music. Regina’s always had a vibrant music scene, and the recent restrictions have been tough on …

Celebrate International Women's Day!

… Body This year’s International Woman’s Day theme is a rousing call to action to #BreakTheBias by celebrating women’s … encouraging to see an increase in the publishing of Indigenous people and their stories, especially women. We have a … and unflinching account of surviving residential school abuses and her journey towards healing. My Own Words , Ruth …

Adults

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Teens

… Read, Watch, Listen Hoopla Overdrive (Libby ) Novelist Plus Reading lists Book Suggestions Books4Me : Answer a few …