Author Archives: jmkyoung

From the Archives & Special Collections: Ch-Ch-Changes

Good news! For those of you who haven’t already visited the Archives & Special Collections this year, we got a makeover! Walls have been added, windows, doors, the whole shebang… but it doesn’t stop there! We just recently received our … Continue reading

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Food for Fines! November 28th – December 16th

November 28th – December 16th This fall, Collins Memorial Library and the Emergency Food Network of Tacoma are co-sponsoring Food for Fines. Pay off your library fines with food instead of cash, November 28th – December 16th. Donate to a … Continue reading

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From the Archives & Special Collections: Jellied Prunes

It is almost Thanksgiving which means food, a lot of great food. Recipes have been perfected, passed down year from year, and everyone has their favorites. It would be safe to say, though, that split pea pancakes, jellied prunes, and … Continue reading

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Library 24/7 Hours Are Dec 4-6 and 11-15!

Collins Library wants you prepared for Mid-terms and Finals Week! The library hours during that period will be:     Dec 4 – 6 Sun – Tues 9 a.m. – Open 24 hours Dec 7 Wed Closing at 2 a.m. … Continue reading

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An interview with Braith Birchhall, Serials Assistant in Resource Management Services

Braith Birchhall works in Resource Management Services as a Serials Assistant. This position assists the Electronic Resources & Serials Specialist with the maintenance of our journals collection both print and electronic. How would you describe your job? I am a … Continue reading

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Diversity and Inclusion Resources

Interested in news and information that offers a perspective other than that provided by the mainstream media.  Checkout Alt-PressWatch or Ethnic NewsWatch for access to current and historical publications from independent, ethnic and minority presses. Alt-PressWatch Showcases unique, independent voices, … Continue reading

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Love. Loss. War. Fate.

Anthony Marra whisks his readers into a riveting tale of a hunted child who was orphaned when Russian soldiers captured her family and left her home in flames. Discovered in the woods days later by a lifelong neighbor with nothing … Continue reading

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From the Archives and Special Collections : Animals at Play

At this time in November, when all the animals are starting to disappear into their warm burrows or nests for winter, it’s nice to remember spring and summer when they were all running around in our backyards. This book, a … Continue reading

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Rocking Chair Room Story Hour, Saturday, Dec. 3rd, 10am, Pacific NW Room

Saturday, December 3 10:00—11:00am Collins Memorial Library Pacific Northwest Room Winter Wonderland! Grab a blanket and snuggle up! Come read with Karen Warfield, Pi Beta Phi Sorority and get ready for the season with winter themed books! *Guest appearance by … Continue reading

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Don’t ask, don’t tell.

Abuse. Addiction. Suppression. How can a fifteen year old kill the sparks that fly between her and the new girl, Xylia? When her forbidden feelings are threatened with exposure to her God-fearing, churchgoing community and family, Mara’s world is thrown … Continue reading

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