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Net Neutrality: The Price of Silence
Posted 12/06/17 by Andy Lechlak
Net Neutrality ensures that the internet stays open and safe. It is important to realize that if we do not take action, we are agreeing to censorship, throttling, and in my opinion, immoral practices.
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Hoopla Has Entertainment On The Go
Posted 10/12/17 by Andy Lechlak
If you don't have time to stop into the Library, you can still enjoy what your Library has to offer. We can help you get setup for reading, watching, or listening to what interests you!
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$20,000 Grant : Web Literacy Training
Posted 09/12/17 by Andy Lechlak
With the second grant period winding down, we reflect on Mozilla's Web Literacy training and the curriculum we have at TLCPL.
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Meet Libby: OverDrive's New eBook and eAudiobook App
Posted 07/28/17 by Andy Lechlak
OverDrive introduced a new App, Libby. Libby brings a lot of new features to the table and appears to be the leading app moving forward for OverDrive users.
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eAudiobooks and eMagazines get easier
Posted 06/27/17 by Andy Lechlak
One of the Libraries Vendors has combined their different platforms (OneClickdigital and Zinio) into one app - RBdigital. The new app merges the eAudiobooks and eMagazines content so you don't need multiple apps now.
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Digital Literacy at the Library
Posted 06/15/17 by Andy Lechlak
Digital literacy is learning how to use technology and devices in everyday life. The Library is here to help! Find out how.
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Participating on the Web
Posted 06/08/17 by Andy Lechlak
The last leg of the web literacy triangle is participating on the web. This involves aspects of sharing, contributing, attributing, open practice, protecting yourself, and connecting.
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Writing on the Web
Posted 05/31/17 by Andy Lechlak
Building off of the last Web Literacy blog, writing on the web takes a deeper dive into creating the web.
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Reading on the Web
Posted 05/25/17 by Andy Lechlak
Building off of the last Web Literacy blog, reading on the web takes a deeper dive into exploring the web.
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Mozilla Web Literacy
Posted 05/18/17 by Andy Lechlak
Did you know the Library has received two $10,000 grants for training staff on Web Literacy?
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Hero's Journey - Monomyth
Posted 01/15/17 by Andy Lechlak
Do you love The Wizard of Oz, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Lion King, or Moana? All of these novels and/or movies have a common literary technique identified as the Hero's Journey.
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Super Mario Run
Posted 12/15/16 by Andy Lechlak
Libraries aren't just for book reports and never ending education. Super Mario Run launched December 15th on iOS and the Library happens to already have an event scheduled for this March with Nintendo of America.
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Building Community Around Pokemon Go
Posted 11/21/16 by Andy Lechlak
It's been almost five months since Pokemon Go officially launched in the US. A lot has changed since then, both good and bad. It's fun to reflect back and see what's been accomplished in a short amount of time.
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Shopping on Amazon for your Library
Posted 06/14/16 by Andy Lechlak
Shopping on Amazon already? Help your library by selecting the Library Legacy Foundation as your charity, and every time you shop on Amazon, a portion of your purchase price will go toward supporting your Library.
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Strong Women Making An Impact
Posted 03/19/16 by Andy Lechlak
The world is at a turning point. People everywhere understand and support the idea of gender equality. They know it’s not just a women’s issue, it’s a human rights issue. And when these powerful voices are heard, they will change the world. The time for that change is now.
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Fast Metabolism Food Rx
Posted 03/11/16 by Andy Lechlak
Learn more about nutrition and how it impacts your metabolism.
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Shadowhunters Mortal Instruments
Posted 03/11/16 by Andy Lechlak
Have you watched the Freeform TV series Shadowhunters Mortal Instruments? Did you know it was originally a book series written by Cassandra Clare. You can get those books, ebooks, or audiobooks now!
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Albums to Adore: To Pimp a Butterfly
Posted 02/01/16 by Andy Lechlak
Featuring Kendrick Lamar and his music.
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Andy is the Digital Strategist at TLCPL. He enjoys listening to eAudiobooks from Overdrive and hoopla usually involving more of the Fantasy aspect from the Sci-Fi category, as well as business and self-help. When not listening to an eAudiobook, some aspect of Disney is usually on his mind.
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