Northeast Regional Library Blog

The Nobel Prize in Literature 2017

The Nobel Prize in Literature 2017 The Nobel Prize in Literature 2017 was awarded to Kazuo Ishiguro “who, in novels of great emotional force, has uncovered the abyss beneath our illusory sense of connection with the world”. As a young man, Kazuo Ishiguro wanted to be a singer and songwriter. He played at folk clubs and went through several stylistic evolutions — including a purple, poetic phase — before settling into spare, confessional lyrics. He never Read more

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October Librarian Spotlight

October Librarian Spotlight Meet George E. Allen Library, Booneville Assistant Librarian Sandy Donahue If you visited the George E. Allen Library in Booneville over the summer and thought you spotted a familiar face – you’re right! Sandy Donahue, a former morning staff member at the library, recently rejoined the staff as the Assistant Librarian. Sandy has worked with children in several different capacities for 12 ½ years and is thrilled to be back working at Read more

By Library Staff, ago
Sandy Donahue George E. Allen Library Booneville

MLC Welcomes Librarian of Congress

MLC Welcomes Librarian of Congress Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden, along with Congressman Gregg Harper, spent the day at MLC on Friday, August 18th. They read Rainbow Fish to children from the Mississippi School for the Deaf and participated in a fun craft project afterward. Congressman Harper presented a collection of books to MLC and introduced Dr. Hayden to a group of excited librarians from across Mississippi. Special thanks to Friends of Mississippi Libraries, Read more

By Library Staff, ago

Outside the Lines: Libraries Reintroduced

Let’s not just tell people how libraries have changed; let’s show them. Outside the Lines is a weeklong celebration demonstrating the creativity and innovation happening in libraries. Gets people thinking – and talking – about libraries in a different way. Showcases the library out in the community as well as in the library. Highlights how the library is relevant to people’s lives. Represents our local community. Is active versus passive – gets people engaged. Is Read more

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Library Seeks Increased Funding From Alcorn County

Library Seeks Increased Funding From Alcorn County The Northeast Regional Library System, which includes Corinth and Rienzi branches, on Monday requested increased funding from the Alcorn County Board of Supervisors to combat state budget cuts. Without extra funding from the four counties in the Northeast Library system, some smaller branches may have to close, and hours might have to be reduced at other locations. That was the message delivered by Dee Hare, executive director of Read more

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Corinth Library Summer Program Starts Wednesday

Corinth Library Summer Program Starts Wednesday The Corinth Library’s summer program starts on Wednesday. On Wednesday at 1 p.m. there will be fun and building games with library staff. And on Friday at 10 a.m. there will be classic Disney movies for children played on an 8 millimeter projector. The summer library program will also continue next week on July 19 at 1 p.m. with magician Brian Jackson. Ranger Rachel Winters of the National Park Read more

By Library Staff, ago