by Compendium News Staff | Jul 12, 2017 | Library News, PA Forward
PA Forward Star Library Program continuing to help libraries meet needs of local communities Mechanicsburg, PA (July 10, 2017) – A program conceived to enhance staff training and support libraries in their efforts to provide patrons with opportunities that yield...
by Compendium News Staff | Apr 4, 2017 | Children's Services, Library News, PA Forward, Resources of Interest
By: Susan Sentz Many communities have seen escape rooms pop up as a new recreational activity. The premise is pretty simple; find the clues, decipher the puzzles, and break out of the room. With the popularity of escape rooms, many libraries have begun putting them on...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 24, 2017 | Library News, PA Forward
by Michelle Georgetti Punxsutawney Phil, the beloved groundhog of Pennsylvania, saw his shadow just a couple of weeks ago and declared six more weeks of winter. While this may be happy news for our skiers and children (and teachers) anxiously awaiting the...
by Compendium News Staff | Feb 10, 2017 | Children's Services
By: Susan Sentz One of my favorite parts of being a librarian is being able to connect with others over a shared interest. This can be through discussion about a new book, movie or my favorite topic Harry Potter. The purpose of Harry Potter Book Night is to pass the...
by Compendium News Staff | Nov 14, 2016 | Broadband, Library News, PA Forward, Resources of Interest
By: Susan Sentz As librarians we all know that libraries are so much more than a repository for books. We are a community center that lends items, holds programs and offers technology to just name a few of our worthy services. When I find myself talking to someone...