Author Archives: jmkyoung

From the Archives: The Fears of White Men

Posted on November 20, 2014 by jmkyoung

Currently in the Archives & Special Collections is The Fears of White Men by Tate Foley, 2010. Letterpress printed on Mohawk Superfine, this art book takes a heavily satirical look at the irrational fears of the white American race. Ranging … Continue reading →

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Just in the Popular Collection: “Yes Please” by Amy Poehler

Posted on November 19, 2014 by jmkyoung

You may know her from her roles as Pawnee’s delusional director of Parks and Recreation Department, or perhaps as former first lady and Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton; whatever the case, comedian, actress, and writer Amy Poehler has become one … Continue reading →

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6 Must-Reads To Finish In The Last Six Weeks Of The Year

Posted on November 19, 2014 by jmkyoung

Plenty of people read books long after they’re out but just as many want to tackle a new book just as it’s brand-new in the world. Our editors are already thinking about the books that will be published early next … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon to the Westport Library – Humanoid Robots

Posted on November 17, 2014 by jmkyoung

They Can Speak in 19 Languages and Even Do Tai Chi WESTPORT, Conn.—They have blinking eyes and an unnerving way of looking quizzically in the direction of whoever is speaking. They walk, dance and can talk in 19 different languages. … Continue reading →

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Theatre Department performing Suzan-Lori Parks’ work, “365 Days/365 Plays” in November

Posted on November 17, 2014 by jmkyoung

The Theatre Department is performing scenes from Suzan-Lori Parks’ work, 365 Days/365 Plays in November. To learn more about the play and the author, review the library’s web guide. About the title: “With 365 – it just rhymed: 365 Days/365 … Continue reading →

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Music in the Library – 4 Harpists: Friday, Nov. 21, 2014, 3:30 p.m.

Posted on November 17, 2014 by jmkyoung

Music in the Library: 4 Harpists Friday, Nov. 21, 2014 3:30-3:50 p.m. Collins Library Reading Room Performance by: Frances Welsh, Lauren Eklund, Rosalie Boyle and Christina Sumprer.

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From the Archives: Always Eating

Posted on November 13, 2014 by jmkyoung

It can easily be assumed that food is one of the most important parts of our life here at Puget Sound. We walk into the sub and we are faced with many options. Some days there are a wide verity … Continue reading →

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Popular Reading: “Lovers at the Chameleon Club, Paris 1932”

Posted on November 12, 2014 by jmkyoung

Lovers at the Chameleon Club, Paris 1932 By Francine Prose The scene is 1920’s Paris: a city of spellbinding ambition, love, art, and discovery. Places like the Chameleon Club serve as oases for the various expats, artists, and libertines that … Continue reading →

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Why the Public Library Beats Amazon—for Now

Posted on November 12, 2014 by jmkyoung

A growing stack of companies would like you to pay a monthly fee to read e-books, just like you subscribe to Netflix to binge on movies and TV shows. Don’t bother. Go sign up for a public library card instead. … Continue reading →

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From the Archives: Cool Japanese Wood-block Art!

Posted on November 6, 2014 by jmkyoung

We take a hiatus from our general “odd thing we stumbled across in the archives’ photos” this week to give you “odd thing we stumbled across in the Shelmidine Room”. While hunting for art for this year’s Christmas card, I … Continue reading →

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