Author Archives: jmkyoung

Rocking Chair Room Story Hour, Saturday, Nov 12th, 2016, 10am, Pacific NW Room

Posted on October 31, 2016 by jmkyoung

Saturday, November 12th 10:00am—11:00am Pacific NW Room This week’s Family Story Hour theme is giving Thanks and learning about Turkeys!  Everyone will have the chance to make a turkey, set a Thanksgiving table and read some wonderful books about the … Continue reading →

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Music in the Library: Bassoon Quartet, Friday, November 4th, 3pm

Posted on October 31, 2016 by jmkyoung

Please join us! A Bassoon Quartet by Puget Sound Students Aric MacDavid, Ethan Markowitz, Nicholas Navin, and Kelsey Tryon. Friday, November 4th 3-3:20 p.m. Reading Room, Collins Library For more information contact: libref@pugetsound.edu

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“Celebrating Dead Feminists,” by Chandler O’Leary and Jessica Spring

Posted on October 31, 2016 by jmkyoung

Join these two celebrated local artists as they launch the publication of their new book highlighting the Dead Feminists Series published by Sasquatch Books.  Their collaborative series features quotes by historical feminists, tied to current political and social issues. Each … Continue reading →

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Collins Library Links: Focus on Politics

Posted on October 31, 2016 by jmkyoung

Focus on Politics   Some library resources and events to share in anticipation of Election Day: Dead Feminists:  Jessica Spring and Chandler O’Leary will be presenting at Collins Library on Election Day, November 8th from 4:00 – 5:00 in room 020.  … Continue reading →

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“Election Coverage” a pop-up exhibit from the Archives & Special Collections

Posted on October 31, 2016 by jmkyoung

“Election Coverage” a pop-up exhibit from the Archives & Special Collections will be on the first floor of the Library. Tuesday, Nov. 1               1-2 pm Thursday, Nov. 3              4-5 pm Monday, Nov. 7                2:30-3:30 pm Tuesday, Nov. 8               1-2 pm … Continue reading →

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From the Archives & Special Collections: Sugar Donuts

Posted on October 26, 2016 by jmkyoung

It’s October 2016. The leaves have changed color and the temperature has dropped. Fire places have been lit and blankets have been bought. October is the month of Homecoming and Halloween; the month of pumpkins and hot cider. But what … Continue reading →

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National cat day is October 29

Posted on October 24, 2016 by jmkyoung

Fame isn’t just for people!  Cats have been known to hold their own special roles too. Check out some of these famous felines.

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Music in the Library: Solo Viola on Friday, October 28th, 2:30 p.m.

Posted on October 24, 2016 by jmkyoung

Please join us! Solo Viola Performance by Forrest Walker Friday, October 28th 2:30-3 p.m. Reading Room, Collins Library For more information contact: libref@pugetsound.edu

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Puget Sound Students Share Research on Tacoma History

Posted on October 24, 2016 by jmkyoung

In Spring 2016, students in Professor Alison Tracy Hale’s Honors 401 class at the University of Puget Sound (Tacoma, WA) created the “Now, Mr. Lincoln?” site based on their work with material from the university’s archives. Working with Archivist and … Continue reading →

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Rocking Chair Room Story Hour, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016, 10am, Pacific NW Room

Posted on October 24, 2016 by jmkyoung

Family Story Hour Saturday, October 29 10:00am—11:00am Pacific NW Room Reading and crafts with Lindsey Hunt, Puget Sound student

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