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And the Library jewels winner is…

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(Photo courtesy of Washington State Library)

The online poll for the most… Read more

Wash. Rural Heritage featured in Wheat Life

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(Photo courtesy of Washington Rural Heritage)

Since its creation five years ago, the Washington Rural Heritage program has steadily grown in popularity throughout the… Read more

Native American Heritage Month

From the desk of Rand Simmons President Obama proclaimed November 2012 National Native American Heritage Month and November 23, 2012 Native American Heritage Day http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/11/01/presidential-… Read more

Now, vote on our Library jewels

If you’re not tired of voting, here’s another election for you to consider: an online poll on our latest round of State Library jewels, which spotlights three interesting, rare or simply cool book, collections, photos or other items found in our State Library. The three candidates are: 1) An… Read more

Spotlight on Staff: Jeannie Remillard

"Jeannie Remillard is one in a million! She steals your heart the moment you meet her and you'll never get it back. She's truly an inspiration."

"These statements from a co-worker couldn't be truer," notes Laura Sherbo, manager of Library Branches for the Washington State Library (WSL). "Jeannie has been the DOC and DSHS branches' cheerleader for over 20 years, keeping spirits up in spite of devastating cuts to staff, resources, and the closure of several… Read more

WSL Updates for November 8, 2012

Volume 8, November 8, 2012 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) MORE CLASSICS IN WASHINGTON HISTORY 2) PROQUEST OFFERS WA WEBINARS 3) SUCCESSFUL FRIENDS GROUPS – WHAT WORKS, WHAT DOESN’T 4) SONGS TO READ! BOOKS TO SING! 5) PRESERVATION GRANT WORKSHOP 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) MORE CLASSICS IN WASHINGTON HISTORY The Washington State Library’s… Read more

WA voters: Yes to gay marriage, Obama & Democrats ...

Image But the governor's race, the marquee state contest in the General Election, remains very close. Democrat Jay Inslee, who gave up a safe congressional seat to run for the office being vacated by… Read more

Tips and recipes for the Pacific Northwest fish fanatic

Image Good fish: Sustainable Seafood Recipes from the Pacific Coast… Read more

Library jewel #3: Collection of Native American papers & photos

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(Photo courtesy of Washington State Library)

With November being Native American Heritage Month, the third and final “candidate” for our most… Read more

Hail to Halloween fun @ Western State Hospital. Staff and patients dress up and party the day away! There are games, treats, and quieter fare.

[caption id="attachment_9151" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Kathleen Benoun"] Image [/caption] In times past, I have told tales on wards and the treatment centers for Halloween and Christmas. So I was delighted to be… Read more

Over 5.2 million pages strong... and counting

Image Interior of the Library of Congress From the futuristic desk of Shawn Schollmeyer. With 100,000 pages contributed each two year grant cycle from over 30 states and reaching for participation by all 50 states, the… Read more

Ulcer County Gazette

Image From the desk of Steve Willis, Central Library Services Program Manager of the Washington State Library: The microfilm reel grabbed at random this week contained The Puyallup Valley Tribune. The… Read more

Secretary Reed: YOUR vote is your voice

Image Secretary of State Sam Reed is urging voters to take part in "one of the most significant and interesting elections in modern times." He said enthusiasm is "sky-high" in Washington, which regularly enjoys one of the best… Read more

Student voter turnout nothing to Mock

Image If “voter” turnout in this week’s Student Mock Election is any indication, next week’s General Election should have an overwhelming number of Washingtonians voting. The Mock… Read more

Library jewel #2: Indian monster tale

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(Photo courtesy of Washington State Library)

Halloween is always a great time for a scary story, and our second Library jewel for our latest contest definitely qualifies as something… Read more

WSL Updates for November 1, 2012

Volume 8, November 1, 2012 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) FIRST TUESDAYS – SUMMER READING 2) EARLY LEARNING SYMPOSIUM PRESENTATIONS 3) HEALTH AND WELLNESS COMPETENCIES 4) ALA LIBRARYAWARE AWARD 5) AMERICAN LIBRARIES LIVE – A NEW KIND OF DIALOG 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) FIRST TUESDAYS – SUMMER READING It’s not too early to think about next… Read more

More Classics in Washington History

From the desk of Judy Pitchford Digital Collections has been busy adding more titles to our Classics in Washington History. Here's what we have added this week: Under Native Americans - Image … Read more

Election fun: Library jewel -- a 1884 party ticket

Nowadays, you can find out a political party’s slate of candidates a whole bunch of ways. But it was a bit harder to find out back in 1884. That year, the Snohomish County Democrats used this ticket to inform voters of their candidates. That’s the ticket (apologies to Jon Lovitz) we’re featuring as our first Library jewel nominee for our latest online contest. Topping the Snohomish County ticket was Charles S. Voorhees, who won the race that year for Delegate to Congress. We’ll feature two… Read more

Capitol event accentuates the positive

Image The past several months have seen a deluge of negative campaigns as the 2012 General Election reaches its end next week. Secretary of State Reed is moderating a panel discussion this Thursday that focuses on positive politics and how it could influence leaders… Read more

Clippings for the week of October 19, 2012

[caption id="attachment_4996" align="alignright" width="227" caption="Image courtesy North Pend Oreille Heritage collection"] Image [/caption] Library News The Richland Public Library has started an eReader loan program thanks to a donation from the Friends of the Library. There is a three-week loan period and patrons are responsible for the eReader and its accessories. (Tri-City… Read more