The Loopy Librarian

Several years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting the recording artist Jennifer Armstrong.  To this day, her “I Can Be Me” cd is the cd I have used most often in story time, and it’s the one about which I have received the most inquiries.  I have used her “Hello” song so many times that I [...]

I have read to my children since they were born, and I’ve done so as much for my own joy as for theirs.  As they’ve grown, I have less opportunities to do so, although I’m quick to take advantage when given the chance (i.e. scary stories on camping trips).  Currently, a trend has developed

Happily residing in the children’s department of my library are several familiar characters and animals that welcome children each day.  Barney is still a particular favorite as is evident in the number of times he is removed from his place on the shelf to keep a child company during his/her visit.  One young lady asked if [...]

Whether or not we are willing to admit it, most of us have Googled our names to see what hits we would get.  The results can range from comical to downright humbling.  Few of us, however, have been so bold as the young boy who recently stopped by the library.  His mother found him on [...]