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2013 17 Apr

LifeLong Learning

Encouraging lifelong learning is a common goal for most libraries. For the East Bonner County Library District, it has become a whole department. There are a lot of elements that can be included under the umbrella of lifelong learning. A few of them are tutoring, test proctoring, preparing for GEDs, English as a second language and U.S.
2013 17 Apr

Mid-Life Adult Programming Ideas

Looking for ideas on programming for that tricky mid-life adult demographic?  They are most definitely NOT seniors, but not Gen X'ers either. Here are some resources we compiled that are sure to get your creative juices flowing:

2013 16 Apr

ILA Preconference on Utilizing Volunteers Announced

The Idaho Commission for Libraries is hosting a free half-day pre-conference at the Idaho Library Association's annual conference this October. The conference will be held at the Nampa Civic Center October 3-4, 2013. The preconference is scheduled for Wednesday,  October 2nd from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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2013 15 Apr

Volunteers in My Library?!

National Volunteer Week 2013, April 21-27, is an opportunity to recognize and thank the almost 100 volunteers at ICfL that complete many important tasks everyday.  Many of the programs and services provided by the Commission would not be  successful without volunteer support.  Below is a partial list of the tasks they perform:

2013 11 Apr

Financial Literacy Month

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April is Financial Literacy Month, and Idaho's libraries are supporting the initiative with programs for all age groups.

2013 06 Mar

Fling Down the Challenges, Break Out the Goodies, and Watch Them Go Wild!

Out here in Eastern Idaho we’re gearing up for summer reading. It takes a huge amount of preparation, but every June when we see those beaming faces and know that we’re helping to feed so many eager minds, there’s no question that it’s all worth it. And besides it’s a great example to the kids when dad and grandma are making their reading goals.

Amy.Campbell's picture
2013 05 Mar

The Truth About Volunteering

The New Year is a time of fresh starts and new beginnings. The old year with all its mistakes, regrets, and missed opportunities rapidly fades away from the vantage point of January, and we see only months ahead that are free of everything but possibilities and good intentions. It’s no wonder that most of us follow the tradition of making resolutions at the New Year.

holly.jackson's picture
2013 26 Feb

Mid-Life Adults Conquer Technology

2013 08 Feb

Brain Health Center Supplies!

I had the priviledge of attending ALA's Midwinter meeting in Seattle January 25-29.  I had an amazing time and enjoyed every minute of every meeting, presentation, and discussion.

sue.walker's picture
2013 07 Feb

Exercises for the Brain?!

Looking for some fun games that will also improve your brain health?  FitBrains is the place to start!  Designed by clinical neuropsychologist Dr.