In the Know eNewsletter | August 2021 | Libraries Are OPEN |
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Your Library Is the Cool Place To Be
(We mean that literally and figuratively!)
We’r e happy to be open with no time limits on visits, free Wi-Fi and public computer use, seating throughout all locations—and let’ s not forget about the air conditioning! We’ re even starting to bring back in-person programs. Be sure to check out our Events guide and look for the red I to find programs that are happening in-person, including a cornhusk weaving demonstration, a live music performance by Sweet Whiskey Lips, a poetry slam, some book clubs, and more. Plus, you’ll find us out and about as we visit a variety of locations in Deschutes County. Look for us at Library on the Go events throughout Central Oregon, and at the Redmond Farmers’ Market on Tuesdays.
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Let’s Explore: Museum Passes Are Back!
Your library card gives you free access to all kinds of amazing things— including passes to local museums. The Desert Explorers Pass (High Desert Museum) and History Explorers Pass (Deschutes Historical Museum) are once again available for check out for library card holders residing in Deschutes County. Explore Central Oregon history when you visit the Deschutes Historical Museum in downtown Bend, and learn about regional wildlife, culture, and art at the High Desert Museum just south of Bend. Passes must first be checked out in person at a Deschutes Public Library location; they can be checked out for one week and are good for up to four people. Visit our website to learn more and to view current pass availability.
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Meet Gobi, the Little Dog with a Big Heart ❤️
Dion Leonard was competing in a 155-mile ultramarathon across China’s Gobi desert when an unlikely companion decided to keep pace with him: a small stray dog. The young dog, who later earned the name Gobi, proved that what she lacked in size she more than made up for in heart and determination as she followed Leonard over mountains, across dunes, and through yurt villages. But before Gobi could go home with Leonard, she went missing in a sprawling Chinese city. Hear the tale of Gobi—how she was found, lost, and found again—when Dion Leonard and Gobi visit the Downtown Bend Library on August 21 at 3:00 p.m.
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At Your Service: "Book a Librarian" and Get the Info You Need for Yourself or a Group️
Did you know that our librarians are available to help you or your group with targeted research, training, and more? We make it easy to get personalized service from an information expert who can assist you with your research, training, and speaker needs. Visit our website and let us know what you're looking for, and one of our professional librarians will be matched to your request based on expertise and availability. From business market research to trainings on popular technologies to group library tours, we're here to help!
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Stop By One of Our “Library On the Go” Locations and Grab Some Swag
When you're not at the library, be sure to look for us out and about this summer throughout Deschutes County. We’ re packing up all kinds of fun things—from books to book bags, and stickers to craft kits—and are taking the library on the road! We’ re visiting a variety of apartment communities through August, and you’ ll even find us at the Redmond Farmers’ Market every Tuesday afternoon. Find our on-the-road, Summer with the Library schedule at https://dpl.pub/summer. Stop by, say hi, and pick up some fun (and free) swag!
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Music CDs Looking for New Homes
Starting August 2, you can stop by your local library and give our music CDs a new home—with you! Sales of compact discs peaked in 2001, but then began plummeting as digital music and Bluetooth technology changed the music landscape. Due to low circulation, the library is phasing out its music CD collection to make room for other materials and collections. Stop by your library starting August 2 to browse what’ s available and take a few that appeal to you. No return date ever! Available until they're gone. And remember: you still have access to free music using hoopla Music, and you can still request CDs via the interlibrary loan system.
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Beyond Books: The Library of Things Returns in Early August!
Would you like to try your hand at knitting? Or try an air fryer before buying one? Maybe you’d like to give a Cricut a whirl or learn to play the guitar. With Library of Things, you can check out more than books! From tubes for floating the river to pickleball supplies, and a bread maker to a pasta maker, there’ s something for every interest. On August 2 the Library of Things kits are back in circulation at the La Pine, Redmond, Sisters, and Sunriver Libraries; the Downtown Bend and East Bend Libraries will follow on August 9. After those dates you can explore our online catalog at www.deschuteslibrary.org to see what’s available where; search for “Library of Things.” (Note: kits are not holdable and must be checked out from and returned to their “ home” libraries.)
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Resource Spotlight: Free Access to Regional and National Newspapers
Your library card gives you free online access to local and regional newspapers, including The Bulletin, The Nugget, The Redmond Spokesman, The Oregonian, and more. It also gives you free access to the digital edition of The New York Times. You’ll even find archived historic papers, such as The La Pine Inter-Mountain, which ran from 1911-1934. Have your library card number handy when you explore the various newspapers available via our website here. |
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Follow the links below to learn how to access these programs.
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Story Time Activity Pick-Up - Pick up a weekly craft kit for kids from your library; visit our web calendar for locations and days
Family STEAM: Astronomy - 8/11
Astronomy Activities Grab-and-Go Kits - 8/14, 8/28
Your Next Book: Kids Edition - 8/25
Tune in each month to find great new kids books, suggested by DPL Librarians. Age ranges of books may vary.
Write On! Live: Fan Fiction - 8/26
Explore fan fiction writing to keep your favorite stories alive.
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Travis Allen Cello Performance - 8/3
Tassel Necklace Take & Make Craft - 8/4
Cornhusk Weaving Demonstration - 8/14
Sisters Rodeo: Past & Present - 8/17
Community Conversations: Inspiring Volunteer Action - 8/24
Aerial Silks Performance - 8/25
Dan Luce: An Evening Behind the Strings - 8/26
Sweet Whiskey Lips Performs - 8/28
Creating a Rod Marionette - 8/31
Where the Fur Ends and the Cat Begins: With Ellen Waterston - 8/3
Hold Your Doubt Like Gold: With Jason Graham - 8/10
Poetry Slam: "Express Yourself" at Silver Moon Brewing - 8/30
Sunriver: The Secret Lives of Church Ladies - 8/11
Redmond: Darling Rose Gold - 8/12
East Bend: Blacktop Wasteland - 8/17
La Pine: Blacktop Wasteland - 8/17
Sisters: The Glass Hotel - 8/25
Downtown Bend: The House on the Cerulean Sea - 8/27
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