As a veteran, you may be eligible for benefits. But figuring out your eligibility can be a challenge. Connect with a live veteran navigator to get free assistance determining your VA eligibility. All Brainfuse navigators are veterans. To get started, visit our Electronic Resources webpage and select VetNow under Brainfuse: https://miamipl.okpls.org/electronic_resources/ #VABenefits #Veterans #Brainfuse #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary
We want to hear about your life in Ottawa county! We have one more Creative Writing Workshop for our NEA Big Read grant. The workshop is more than just a writing session; it's a chance to connect with your community, reflect on your personal history, and contribute to a collective narrative that speaks to our shared experiences. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, your voice matters, and we can't wait to hear your stories! The personal stories about your life in Ottawa County will have the chance to be part of a unique compilation book, showcasing the diverse voices and histories of our community. Share your stories by dropping them off at the library or emailing them to librarystaff@miamiokla.net. You can also record your stories and our staff will transcribe them for the book. You can submit your voice recording or schedule an appointment at the library and a staff member will record you. “NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.”
Did you know that your library card grants you free access to Blackstone Unlimited? It is an app that offers over 6,500 downloadable audiobooks. No waiting lists, no holds—just instant access to thousands of titles at your fingertips. Learn more about our electronic resources here: https://miamipl.okpls.org/electronic_resources/ #BlackstoneUnlimited #Audiobooks #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary
It's cold outside! Are you in need of winter weather clothing? Our Community Giving Shelves at Miami Public Library are currently filled with FREE winter clothing items such as hats, gloves, coats, jackets, and shoes. Stop by to see if we have what you need. Items have been donated by patrons of Miami Public Library and Miami First United Methodist Church. If you have items you would like to contribute to the Community Giving Shelves, you may donate them at the library during business hours. #CommunityGiving #Winter #TakeWhatYouNeedLeaveWhatYouCan
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Genealogy librarian Barbara Becker will be offering her 11th annual series of workshops for those interested in genealogy. These classes are for beginners and seasoned pros as well. To learn more about these workshops, read the Miami NewsRecord article below. To learn what will be covered in each workshop, click on the Keys to the Past link above. The weekly workshops will begin Thursday, February…
Fake news is in the news and two of this week’s books discuss how political operatives use it and what citizens should do to stop it. In addition, two new biographies – a comprehensive portrait of Laura Ingalls Wilder and an historical account of Edward Lansdale, the CIA operative who proposed a much different approach to Vietnam than armed aggression – are offered. City…
A book in the “didn’t-see-it-coming plot twist” category, another in the “organizing your home by a mass purge of your stuff” category, and a book to help you make 2018 the year you finally get your finances in order are all part of this week’s new books. In addition there are books to help you learn to watercolor, add a perfect finish to a woodworking…
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