SEPTEMBER 2021 LIBRARY READING CORNER
A Note from Library Director Allison Gray:
Welcome to the September edition of the Reading Corner. We are excited to announce that we will soon have a new online card catalog called Aspen for our patrons’ use. It replaces the current Polaris/Black Gold site. Black Gold has valiantly led the charge to establish this greatly improved search site. Goleta Library staff members have worked hard to configure the new software to make your searches easy and yield high results.
For example, when you type in a search term, say “Louise Penny,” your search will show all physical and virtual copies of her titles. However, you will no longer have to go to Hoopla and Overdrive’s sites to download e-versions of the items; you can do it directly from our search page, saving you time and effort. Also, the first search result screen will tell you what is currently available in every format, again saving you time.
Searches will eventually include links to library programs on topics you enter into the search field, as well as links to Staff Picks recommended reading lists that include that topic, title, or author.
In all, searching for and finding what you want should be much easier, more fun, and provide better results! We anticipate going live in mid- to late September. For best results, search the catalog from the Goleta Valley Library homepage (www.GoletaValleyLibrary.org).
If you have any problems with Aspen, please do not hesitate to call one of the three library branches or ask us for assistance if you are inside the library.
As a reminder, the three libraries are providing in-person service from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays as well as Sidewalk Service from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on the same days.
Stay Connected
Stay up-to-date on what’s happening at the Library by following us on our social media channels (below) and YouTube (Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries). We post regularly about programs, books, websites, and more. We would love you to follow us on our social media platforms! Please also visit our website, www.GoletaValleyLibrary.org, for the latest information.
B. Allison Gray
Library Director
P.S. If you received this e-newsletter from a friend and would like to subscribe, click here.
Library Director Allison Gray
After School Online Homework Help Returns
We know homework can be frustrating for students and stressful for busy families. Help is here! Beginning September 14th, Kindergarten - 8th grade students can participate in free, online, one-on-one appointments with knowledgeable homework coaches to receive personalized help with their homework, all from the comfort and convenience of their homes! Homework Help sessions are offered by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Appointments are either 30 or 60 minutes long and can be scheduled through this form. The library’s Homework Help coaches are caring volunteers who are excited to assist our area youth, and many are community members with years of experience in education and working with children. All our coaches have received training and background checks and are looking forward to helping students reach their goals.
|
New Goleta Valley Library Book Van Drives into Isla Vista!
The Goleta Valley Library is excited to launch a new book van for service in Isla Vista beginning October 4! The book van will include a collection of physical books and other materials, as well as allow patrons to place holds for delivery from the Library’s entire collection utilizing the online system Black Gold. Learn more here.
|
Family MOXI Passes Available
The library has three Family Passes to MOXI that are loaned out for free to Goleta and Santa Ynez Libraries patrons for a one-week duration. Each pass allows a family of up to five (two adults and three children) to visit this great Santa Barbara museum free of charge. If you’re interested, place a request in the online catalog at www.blackgold.org and enter “Moxi” in the quick library search bar.
|
Helpful Videos to Download Online Material
The library now has tutorial videos showing you how to use Overdrive, Hoopla and Kanopy downloadable catalogs. If you still need help, call Goleta Valley Library at 805-964-7878 or fill out an online form to set up a one-on-one Tech Tutoring appointment for individualized attention. Access the videos here.
|
New Online Storytimes
Join us every Monday beginning September 13 at 11:00 a.m. on YouTube and Facebook for stories, songs, rhymes, and tons of fun! Our storytellers will share a different program each week: Wiggly Storytime, Preschool Storytime, Bilingual Storytime, and a special Storytime Memories program where we’ll pick our favorite storytimes from the past year for you to enjoy again with your little ones. Visit the library Events Calendar for viewing details.
|
|
 |
Spanish Book Club Resumes September 17
Practice and improve your Spanish literacy skills while making friends and having fun! Join us on the first and third Fridays of the month at 3:30pm for our online meetings over Microsoft Teams. This club is geared toward Spanish readers in grades 3-6. Click here to register for our September meeting and learn how you can receive a copy of this month’s book.
|
Join the Teen Graphic Novel Club
Love comics and graphic novels? Join us virtually on September 28 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. and every month thereafter as we discuss all things illustrated. Every graphic novel we read is free and instantly downloadable with your library card through Hoopla. Members also have the option to earn community service hours by contributing to the club blog, acting as a discussion leader during the meetings, creating marketing materials such as flyers and bookmarks, or writing book reviews on each month's picks. Click here to register for our September meeting.
|
Buellton Library
Buellton Bookworms
Join the Buellton Library's bookworms book club and meet a new friend! This monthly group meets virtually every third Friday afternoon of the month at 1:00 p.m. This month we will be discussing The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes on September 17. Register here for the link to this live event. Free and open to the public. Contact the Buellton Library at 805-688-3115 for more information on this title and how to get your copy.
|
Make Your Own Rainbow Lantern Craft
Stop by the Buellton Library Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and pick up a craft kit to make a Rainbow Lantern for ages 5+. The Buellton Library will have limited craft kits available for pick up and also during browsing time in the children's room. If you have questions about the kits and want to reserve one for a child, please call the Buellton Library at 805-688-3115 or email the library at buelltonlibrary@cityofgoleta.org.
|
|
