From Our Corner
Doing research on WA governors? Check out the State Library
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Gov. Clarence Martin, 1933-1941 (Photo courtesy of Washington State Library)
If you’re doing research on Washington’s past governors, look no further than the Washington State Library… Read moreArchives Month flashback: oral histories for bicentennial
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This 1975 photo shows Esther Hall Mumford (left) and Charles Lewis. Mumford interviewed Lewis for an oral history project for America's bicentennial celebration in 1976. (Photo courtesy of Washington State… Read more
Inmates at Clallam Bay Donate $1,000 to CBCC Library
[caption id="attachment_7030" align="alignleft" width="150"] Image Clallam Bay Library[/caption] The CBCC Branch Library was given a check this month in the amount of $1000.00 to spend on any and all kinds of books for the library. The check was donated by… Read more
IMLS Awards Grants to Local Universities
Image Two universities in Washington State were awards three grants by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Laura Bush 21st Century Librarians Program This grant program supports efforts to recruit and educate the next generation of librarians… Read more
IMLS Awards Grant Funds for Native American Library Services
Image Nineteen tribes were awarded funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services for Native American Library Services grants. Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Native American Library Services Enhancement Grant projects may… Read moreMuseums in Washington State Awarded IMLS Grant Funds
Image Seven museums or similar entities in Washington State have been awarded over $800,000 by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the Museums for America grants program. One museum was awarded funds under the Sparks! Ignition Grants for… Read moreFAQs about those tax advisory votes
Image We're getting lots of questions about a relatively new form of ballot measure in Washington state -- the statewide tax advisory vote. Here are some FAQs to help shed some light:
- Q. What are these Advisory Votes 3 through 7 that I see in my… Read more
A collection of Washington classics
Image Are you a self-proclaimed Washington State history lover? If so, the State Library has a digital collection you will certainly enjoy. The State Library’s Classics in Washington History collection has full-text books and out-of-print titles regarding 20th century events, county and regional history, exploration and early travel around the state… Read moreSing With Our Kids: WSL Workshops Wrapping Up
[caption id="attachment_12238" align="alignright" width="300"] Image Parachute play[/caption] Music powers the young brain and children’s musician, Nancy Stewart, brought that message to over 300 librarians across Washington State. Nancy launched a pilot… Read more
Staff Spotlight: Pam Bell
Although she describes herself as a "blue jeans kind of girl," few people know that Pam Bell is also a royal personage. Image Tucked away in WSL Technical Services, Pam has a long history with the Washington State Library. In the 1980s she did the… Read more
WSL Updates for October 24, 2013
Volume 9, October 24, 2013 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) SEEKING VIDEO FOOTAGE FROM INNOVATIVE LIBRARIES 2) SMALL AND/OR RURAL PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICE AWARD 3) 2014 NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK GRANT 4) TAKE THE DIGITAL INCLUSION SURVEY 5) 2014 MOVERS & SHAKERS 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) SEEKING VIDEO FOOTAGE FROM INNOVATIVE LIBRARIES If your… Read more
Oct. 28 deadline to register in person before fall election
Image If you’re not currently registered to vote in Washington and you want to vote in the General Election, Oct. 28 is your last chance. That’s the deadline to register in person at your county… Read more
Profiles of Washington Territorial Librarians - Eliza Des Saure Newell, 1882-1887
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Eliza Des Saure Newell[/caption]
From the Desks of the Central Library Staff
Eliza Des… Read more
Foggy dome, sunny dome
Image The dry weather the past week or two in Olympia has resulted in foggy mornings and sunny afternoons around the Capitol Campus. Not even the dome of the Legislative Building is immune to the fog, but it sure stands out once the sun arrives.… Read more
When Husky legend Don James visited Capitol
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(Photo courtesy of Washington State Archives)
The passing of legendary University of Washington football coach Don… Read moreWashington State Library a leader in Early Learning
Image From the desk of Rand Simmons Washington State is listed as one of 10 success stories by the Institute of Museum and Library Services in their 2013 report on early learning, Growing Young Minds: How Museums and Libraries Create… Read more
Giving praise to companies that give back
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Secretary Wyman with the Corporations for Communities winners and honor roll recipients.
Two of the companies are household names and strong national brand names. Two others are longtime and well-respected fixtures in their communities. And the fifth is… Read moreRemembering Speaker Tom Foley
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(Images courtesy of Washington State Archives)
Washington state is celebrating the life and service of Tom Foley, who represented Eastern Washington’s 5th Congressional District for 30 years and as House Speaker from 1989… Read moreLooking for historic Voters’ Pamphlets? State Library has ‘em
Image Just as turkey and football are Thanksgiving staples, the Voters’ Pamphlet is a regular feature during each fall’s General Election in Washington. In fact, you should have received the Voters’ Pamphlet in the mail for this year’s… Read more
Secretary of State
Steve Hobbs
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