Juvenile Reading

The Children's area is located at the far right side of the library, and this whole area is dedicated to the children's DVDs, toddler books, Juvenile Easy (JE) and the Juvenile Fiction and Non-fiction titles (JF and JNF). The JE titles can be found around the perimeter of this whole area, and titles are arranged according to author's last name. The inside section is devoted to the JF titles and are also arranged alphabetically by author's last name. Computer terminals and desk and chair sets are also located within this area, along with comfortable pillows and floor mats to encourage readers to stay and take advantage of the variety of children's resources. The Toddler Time programs also meet in this area. Check out past blogs for any updates on the Toddler Time calendar!

What's New?

Check out some of the new titles at Brown Library this month! Our new arrivals are located in the shelves to the right of the front desk. There is also a list showing what titles will be arriving in the weeks to come. Some of the favorites this week include Dan Brown's The Lost Symbol and Black Hills by Nora Roberts.

In addition to these new titles, our Adult Fiction (AF) and Mystery (M) collections are still as popular as ever. These titles are sorted alphabetically by author's last name and are located near the rear section of the library. If you need any help finding a specific title or author, please ask one of the staff members for help!

Audiobooks and other Non-Print Materials

All of the library's Audiobooks, DVDs, and CDs are in the same location, to the left of the front desk.

The CDs are up against the well, assorted and organized according to genre of music (country, jazz, musicals, etc.). Each CD label will have both the type of genre as well as the artist's name.

The DVD collection spans three revolving shelves, and each individual DVD is also labeled by genre and name of film.

The Audiobooks are located on two separate shelves in this area, directly between the CDs and DVDs. Fiction and non-fiction titles are mixed together, and the labels specify either fiction or non-fiction as well as the author's last name. This collection is sorted alphabetically.

The CDs may be checked out for a three week period, and only 5 items per library card may be checked out at a time. The DVDs may be checked out on a weekly basis and only 2 per card.

A Guide to the Call Numbers

Books in the library have call numbers, which are like addresses for their location on the shelf. Use this quick reference guide to help you find the resources you are looking for. Each shelf is clearly marked with the appropriate grouping of numbers specific to that area.

000-099 General Works

100-199 Philosophy

200-299 Religion

300-399 Social Sciences

400-499 Language

500-599 Pure Science

600-699 Technology

700-799 Arts

800-899 Literature

900-999 History

Toddler Time Update

Here is the updated schedule for March's Toddler Story Time:

Monday March 1st at 11:00am (Canceled)

Monday March 15th at 11:00am

The 2009 Goodreads Choice Awards

What books were the best of the best last year? Check out the results from Goodreads 2009 list of favorite books by category. Search the OPAC to find any of these titles in our library!


ALL-TIME FAVORITE
Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins




FICTION
The Help by Kathryn Stockett





NONFICTION
Columbine by Dave Cullen




MYSTERY-THRILLER
The Girl Who Played with Fire by Stieg Larsson




FANTASY
Dead and Gone by Charlaine Harris




SCIENCE FICTION
Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld




CHICK LIT
The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks




ROMANCE
An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon




GRAPHIC NOVEL
Batman: Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader? by Neil Gaiman




YOUNG ADULT FICTION
Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen




YOUNG ADULT SERIES
Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins




CHILDREN'S
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days by Jeff Kinney




PICTURE BOOK
Blueberry Girl by Neil Gaiman

Internet Use Agreement

Rules for Internet Use

1) All users must have a library card and pin number.

2) All users must sign an INTERNET USE AGREEMENT.

a) Users under 18 years of age must have their parent or guardian sign the Agreement. Anyone between the ages of 16 and 18 years who is enrolled at a college or university may submit proof of enrollment in lieu of parental or guardian consent.

b) Users under the age of 6 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

3) INTERNET stations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

4) Based on demand, the Library will set a time limit of 45 minutes on the use of INTERNET resources in order to maximize use.

5) Chatrooms will not be allowed at any time.

6) All overdue fines must be paid before internet access is permitted.

7) Failure to use the INTERNET stations appropriately and responsibly may result in revocations of INTERNET use privileges.