Travels With CLICK

Where is CLICK this month?

He was visiting the Technical Services Department of Central Campus Library. He loaned his hat to Lula Andrews.

Lula does lots of behind-the-scenes work. She places covers on the books and is responsible for making the books look beautiful for their check out "dates."

She has an fantastic green thumb and helps take care of all of the plants in the Central Campus Library. AND she is a great cook!

This Will Make You Hungry!

Velma Jackson, Circulation, created this display called "Cooking for the Holidays." The display is very festive and will definitely make you hungry when you see all of the great pictures and books.

And while you're at it, check out one of the books!

You've Been CLICK'd!

There's never a dull moment in the library's MultiMedia area.

Here, Linda Colbert, Head of the MultiMedia area, juggles working with videos and handling a phone call.

Visit Linda or any of the media staff on the 4th floor of the library. Ask them what they do. Ask them their opinion of life. You can even ask them what they think of the Carolina Panthers' chances of making the playoffs.

We do not guarantee any answers, though.

Behind the Scenes in the Library

Located on the 4th floor of the library, hidden in the back corner, lies the mystical Technical Services Department.

Ever wonder what's behind the closed doors of the 4th floor. Here's a sneak peek.

What exactly do they do? Too much to say, but one of the most important is buying and processing all of the library books at every campus. From start to finish, this busy group works hard to get books into your hands.

A Bear-riffic Display

Marcia Addison, the libraries' own Assistant Director for Technical Services, created this month's display that celebrates the history of the Teddy Bear. The display consists of her own personal collection as well as library books that are available for check out.

Stop by and relive your childhood!

A Party for Teddy

A friend to children, adults who think they're children, and Presidents alike.

Happy Birthday to the Teddy Bear!

Interview of the Month

This month, our blog reporter Martha Taylor, spoke with Frank Granger from Presentation U.

1) When did you start working at CPCC? I was officially employed July 1, 1979. I try to "start working" each morning, but something always gets in the way and I end up having a good time.

2) What are your job responsibilities? Presentation U. is charged with assisting faculty and staff with presentation materials. This includes PowerPoint, printed materials, signs, gifts, and handouts.

3) What's your favorite part of your job? Next to the people I work with and for, its the chance to learns new things and share them.

4) What's something intersting about you that people may not know? If I told you, you would know! (True - but ask Frank about printing)

5) What's your favorite book? The next one!

6) Do you have a favorite quote? If you have no enemies, you are apt to be in the same predicament in regards to friends. - Elbert Hubbard

Winter BookMarks a Success!

Check out the BookMarks blog for updates on what went on.

BookMarks - Our Winter Gift Special

It's time to share your book reviews again! We're set for Friday, November 4. Do you want more information? Try our BookMarks Blog.

Criminals...and Crime Busters

Want to learn more about crime, criminals, and 'crime busting?' If you said "yes," then stop by this display put together by the Levine Campus Library staff. Located in the Levine Library, this display has many titles available for check out.

Origami on Display

Here are some pics of the origami display at the Cato Campus. Sharon Nance put the display together.

The origami was created by Yan Wang’s (our library cataloger) mother. Ruiyu Zhao came from China to visit her daughter’s family here in Charlotte. She loves the weather and people here. She enjoys doing origami with her two grandsons and planting flowers.

New Leisure Reading Books

Check out the new leisure reading books we got this summer! The list is posted here.

Raking and Pruning Have Never Been More Fun

Join the CPCC Libraries for a "Making Our Yards Beautiful" talk by Eddie Howell and Tom Bass on Friday, Oct. 14 at 12:30 p.m. in Room 404 of the Central Campus Library. You will be entertained by these lawn care experts as well as learn more about making your yard so beautiful that your neighbors will be jealous. Professional Developement Credit is available for CPCC employees. Sign up on Learner Web.

Rebel! Read a Banned Book!

Sharon Nance put together a small, but timely and interesting display of the CPCC library collection of “banned books” to recognize the American Library Association’s Banned Books Week. During our Student Resources Day at Cato, we spotlighted these titles. Students were shocked to see some of their favorites in the group. The Harry Potter books, The Bridge to Terabithia, A Wrinkle in Time and I know Why the Caged Bird Sings were mentioned most.

ALA’s slogan this year is “Read Banned Books!” Yes, do.

Library Ladies Dazzle at Student Resources Day!

Sonia Coffin, Elaine Kushmaul, Yolyndra Green, Linda Colbert, and Velma Jackson greeted students during the Central Campus Student Resources Day.

Over 400 students were contacted by the libraries from all of the Student Resources Day activities at each CPCC Campus.

And you thought library workers were quiet!

Interview of the Month

This month's interview is with North Campus Security Officer Michael Ebalaroza.

When did you start working at CPCC?
I started in January of 2003.

What are your job responsibilities?
I make sure that faculty, staff, and students are secure while they're on campus.

What's your favorite part of your job?
Providing assistance to the faculty and staff.

What's something interesting about you that people may not know?
I am a native of Hawaii. I was born and raised in Honolulu. I also sing with a Polynesian show and have performed at several CPCC campuses and in Las Vegas, Disneyworld, Sea World, and around North Carolina.

Fall BookMarks is Here!

It's time to share your book reviews again! We're on for Friday, September 16. Do you want more information? Try our BookMarks Blog.

We Even Help with Underwear!

The Library is the place to be!

We can help with anything. Need articles for your research paper? Come see us! Need a place to study and work on assignments? We have study places and computers.

We can help YOU! Welcome Back!

Books Drafted for War!

Our August display was created by Brian Anderson, an instructor in the English, Reading, and Humanities Department. This special display, created from Brian's own personal collection, is entitled Books Go to War.

Literature in the Worst Places

The display housed books ranging from classics to topics like humor and sports. All of these titles are Armed Services Editions and in most cases are the complete work. The titles included in the display largely covered 1943-47. Looks like our GI's were well-read! Brian notes that some of the editions were being republished for the Iraq war. For more information, click here or contact Brian.

How did an Emperor ruin a great work of art?

To find out, visit our display of Chinese calligraphy and writing tools. These items are on display for the month of July. General calligraphy books are available for check out.

Display of brush stands, ink well and platform, ink blocks etc. 

Display of calligraphy, seals and seal engraving tools, brushes, etc. 

Sample of a Chinese painting with calligraphy superimposed by a Ching emperor, with seals from both the painter and the emperor.

Think You're a Clever-Clog?

Decode the British slang used below that describes our June display. Don't be a clot! Use this link http://www.peevish.co.uk/slang/index.htm.

The June Library display celebrates the official birthday of the Queen as well as all things British (in particular the telly). That's the stuff!

Looks like someone hammered the British theme here. Must have been the happy slappy British brigade. 

Looks like some of the Beatles couldn't stop a pig in the alleyway. Who's that a picture of? Is it a coffin dodger?  

Crikey! It's the Queen (and her Dr. Who parliament).
 

May's Display - Nurses and Nursing

This display celebrates National Nurses Week. It was on display at Central Campus Library in May.

Some of these items were loaned from CPCC faculty to the library.  

Look at the nurse goodies in the display! 

Summer BookMarks!

The 2nd BookMarks event was held on Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at the Levine Campus. You can't see it, but our view was spectacular!

We had a live phone conference with author Dorthea Benton Frank (Pawleys Island, Shem Creek).

Amy Burns, Levine Campus Library Manager and resident Slayer, was a great host. She graciously handled the phone conference with Dorthea. 

We had books available for check out and for sale. 

Sallie gave great reviews for the books she read!