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UnreadableUnreadableColor Our World: Your Summer Reading 2025 GuideSummer Reading is just around the corner, and Ross is joined by Sarah Brubaker, Programming Manager at FCPL, to discuss how to make the most of this year's Summer Reading Fun! Sarah shares how to get started using Beanstack, as well as some tips and tricks for logging your and your family's reading. Curious about our incremental and grand prizes, or want to know who is performing at our Summer Reading Kickoff Events? Sarah provides a sneak peak of what you can expect this year. Hint: It's going to be awesome!  Summer Reading Fun starts M...2025-05-0810 minLaCDC69LaCDC69#094 SAISON 2 - EPISODE 35 - JEAN JACQUES GIRAUDFootballeuses, footballeurs et tous les coaches, j’accueille dans cet épisode 35 du  podcast, Jean Jacques, le président du club FC Lamure Poule .Nous accueillons, pour la 3ème fois dans le podcast, un président de club. En effet, l'association a décidé une fois par mois d'interviewer un président.Nous partons donc à la rencontre de Jean Jacques, un passionné du ballon rond et une personne dévouée aux associations.Dans cette interview, c'est 14 ans de présidence qui sont mis en exergue e...2024-06-2026 minUnreadableUnreadableAdventure Begins, Your 2024 Summer Reading PreviewAre you ready for an adventure? FCPL's Summer Reading Fun begins May 23. In this episode, Kim Ottesen, Programming Manager at FCPL, previews what you can expect during our Summer Reading program, including prizes and performers. From lanyards to camping gear to magicians, listen to get a little taste of all the exciting adventures we have planned for you this summer! Links Summer Reading Guide Episode Transcript2024-05-0908 minSee ME. See My AbilitySee ME. See My AbilityAnnie Ray-The Grammy Winning Music Teacher of Students with Severe DisabilitiesAnnie Ray is a classically trained musician. This native of Northern Texas calls Fairfax County Virginia Home and is now music director for Annandale High School. But, we're burying the lede: She was awarded a Grammy Award in 2024 for teaching severely disabled students music, and for her years of creating The Crescendo Orchestra.  Listen to this very energetic teacher talk about her passion for teaching and helping kids and adults unveil their secret super power: They Are Musicians.   #annandalehighSchool #fairfax #FCPL #Crescendo #TheParents Orchestra. https://annandalehs.fcps.edu/student-life-and-activities/performing-arts/orchestra 2024-04-0913 minUnreadableUnreadableLearn something new with Pastime PursuitsIs your New Year's resolution to learn something new? This January, we are offering a series of programs for adults dedicated to learning a new hobby. In this episode, Ross speaks with Sarah Brubaker, Information Services Supervisor at the Cumming Library, about the Pastime Pursuits program series. From photography to cosplay, there is something for everyone. Let us help you achieve your New Year's goal and learn something new! Events:Take a Hike! Prepare for Your Adventure Sunday, January 7 at 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Sharon Forks Library Is Film Photography for You?...2024-01-0208 minUnreadableUnreadableWinter Reading Fun!In this episode, Ross talks to Kim Ottesen, Programming Manager at FCPL, for the inside scoop on our winter reading challenge and this year's unique, cool prizes. Winter Reading Fun starts on December 19, 2023 and runs through January 21, 2024. You can learn more about Winter Reading Fun on our website.2023-12-1607 minUnreadableUnreadableDiwali at FCPLIn this episode of Unreadable, Ross talks with Anu Murari, Youth Specialist at the Sharon Forks Library. Anu explains the significance and history of Diwali and previews upcoming Diwali events at both the Cumming Library and the Sharon Forks Library.    Diwali Crafts and Demonstrations Saturday, November 4, 2023 1:30 PM -3:00 PM Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street Cumming, GA 30040   Diwali Celebration  Sunday, November 5, 2023 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road Cumming, GA 30041  2023-11-0114 minCherry Bekaert: Government & Public SectorCherry Bekaert: Government & Public SectorA Spotlight on Frederick County Public Libraries’ Data-Driven Systems and EvolutionLibrary systems are constantly evolving. As digital technologies continue to expand, local governments and their libraries have increased access to quality data, providing opportunity for focused improvement with data-driven decisions.Becky Buczek, a Client Success Manager at Cherry Bekaert, hosted Courtney Brohawn, Project Coordinator at Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL), to discuss FCPL, the communities they serve, challenges with data and the advantages of data-driven programs.Part of our GPS podcast series and the second in our library systems mini-series, this episode covers:An overview of Frederick County Public Libraries and the...2023-10-1922 minUnreadableUnreadableFCPL goes batty!Join us this month as Ross speaks with Larry and Laurie Alvord, Georgia Master Naturalists, who will be hosting bat walks at the Post Road Library and Hampton Park Library this fall. Learn about the importance of bats to the Georgia ecosystem and what kind of bats are found in Forsyth County, as Larry and Laurie preview what you expect at their bat walks.   Post Road Library Bat Walk - September 12, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Hampton Park Library Bat Walk - October 25, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM   You can learn more about the Forsyth County Georgia Master Naturalists via their website.2023-09-0508 minChampagne and Murder PleaseChampagne and Murder PleaseBunny Man and his BridgeThe legend of an ax-wielding man in a rabbit suit haunting Fairfax County Virginia started in the 1970s and continues to this day, with one local overpass even dubbed "Bunny Man Bridge." Bunny Man - Wikipedia The Bunny Man Unmasked - Fairfax County History - FCPL Curated Content at Fairfax County Government Bunny Man Bridge – Fairfax Station, Virginia - Atlas Obscura The Scary, Weird, Somewhat True Story of the Fairfax "Bunny Man" - Washingtonian 2023-08-2520 minBackAlley AlchemistBackAlley AlchemistThe BunnyMan: True Horror Story, or BullS***t?The story of the BunnyMan or BunnyMan Bridge has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. It all started with an article published in 1999. Or is a news story from 1970? Or a terrifying series of events in 1904? Let's figure it out! Main Source Material: Conley, B. A. (2023, July 16). FCPL curated content: Fairfax county history: The bunny man unmasked. The Bunny Man Unmasked - Fairfax County History - FCPL Curated Content at Fairfax County Government. https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/local-history/bunnyman Blitz, M. (2016, October 21). The scary, weird...2023-07-271h 02UnreadableUnreadableWhat is an Archivist?JoyEllen Williams from Kennesaw State University discusses her role as an archivist and her upcoming program at FCPL.2023-02-0114 minSteeples & PeoplesSteeples & PeoplesMore than just a place to Read: Frederick County Public LibrariesA book to read the old or new way, programs year round, and the opportunity to have technology at your fingertips. On this episode of the Steeples and Peoples podcast we will be talking with Erin Gambrill of the Frederick County Public Library at the C. Burr Artz Branch. She will share with us information about the various other branches, the programs that are offered year round for all ages and the benefits of the library around Frederick County. Erin tells us about how you can reserve a room for a meeting or use a computer without any cost...2023-01-1027 minUnreadableUnreadableFCPL Reads in 2022Youth Services Supervisor Kayla Bolton talks about the FCPL Reads in 2022 program.  More information can be found at https://www.forsythpl.org/fcpl-reads2022-03-2905 minThe Social Work Routes PodcastThe Social Work Routes PodcastLiteracy as social justiceYer Vang was born in Ban Vinai, Thailand, and raised in Fresno, California. She comes from a big family with a total of eight siblings: three sisters and five brothers.  She is the first in her family to pursue higher education and a first-generation student who completed her Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science at San Jose State University (SJSU) in August 2020. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a minor in gerontology from Fresno State. After eight years of serving Fresno County Public Library (FCPL) residents as a Library...2022-01-0243 minUnreadableUnreadableFCPL's 25th Anniversary with Mary Helen McGruderLibrary Board Chair Mary Helen McGruder provides some unique insight on the library's past and some tantalizing hints about its future.2021-10-1617 min102 Squadron102 SquadronCAC (Cadets Across Canada) PodcastIn this week's episode, we explain the Aviation Streamed courses. We invited some of FCpl El Gazzar's friends from the Advanced Aviation course to help us out!2021-10-0520 min102 Squadron102 SquadronCadets Across Canada History of 102 RCAC Squadron In this weeks episode, we go over the history of FCpl El Gazzar and Cpl Wright's home squadron.2021-09-2811 minUnreadableUnreadableIn-Person Programming Returns!Programming Manager Cleo Joyce talks about the exciting return of in-person programming to all FCPL branches.2021-08-0107 minWhat If I Told YouWhat If I Told YouThe Bunny Man BridgeWho doesn't love a good scary story now and then? Well, this week on What If I Told You, Em and Mad tell you the story of the Bunny Man Bridge, and it is certainly not your average campfire tale! It is complete with a full grown man in a bunny suit who wields an axe... This might be one urban legend you haven't heard before!    Contact Info: whatifitoldyoupodcast@gmail.com IG: @whatifitoldyoupod   Sources: Bunny Man - Wikipedia Bunnyman (film) - Wikipedia B...2021-05-311h 05CareerWORKSCareerWORKSWhat is JobNow? (Featuring Special Guest Bryan Hissong!)In this week's podcast, we are excited to welcome our first guest - Bryan Hissong from Frederick County Public Libraries. Bryan tells us all about an exciting new resource that is available called JobNow.  Frederick County Public Libraries: www.fcpl.org  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/podcast-f47ff18/message2021-03-3105 minUnreadableUnreadableThe Library Bookstores ReopenJodie Barger, President of the FCPL Friends and Advocates, announces the reopening of the library bookstores on October 1st.  She also talks about the important role the Friends and Advocates play for the library and how you can join.2020-09-2111 minUnreadableUnreadableVirtual Programming and ServicesStaff members Amy Szvetecz and Brooke Rose discuss how FCPL is providing unique virtual programming and services while the library is closed.2020-04-1311 minThe County ConversationThe County ConversationThe Library on Your PhoneThe Library on Your Phone is the topic of conversation with FCPL’s Laurel Tacoma on this edition of the County Conversation.2019-05-0800 minUnreadableUnreadableLonger Hours and More Changes for 2019The New Year brings new changes as FCPL Program Manager Tracy Walker talks about the library's longer hours and changing calendar software.  She also gives us a preview of some exciting new programs in 2019.2019-01-0113 minUnreadableUnreadableThinking Outside the BuildingHost Ross Gericke speaks with Sarah Reynolds, FCPL's Outreach Manager, about ways the library system is reaching patrons outside our individual branches.2018-12-0110 minUnreadableUnreadableFree Tutoring and Job Help ServicesHost Ross Gericke speaks with Information Services Supervisor Kim Ottesen about the free tutoring and job help services offered by FCPL through Tutor.com.2018-11-0109 minUnreadableUnreadableSummer Reading ChangesGet ready for some cool Summer Reading prizes!  Tracy Walker, our Programming Manager, discusses some changes to FCPL's Summer Reading program.2018-05-2211 min