On Reserve
By Independence Public Library
On ReserveMay 04, 2021
Episode 21 - Different Paths to the Future: a conversation with graduating seniors
Join us as we have a conversation with two graduating seniors as they discuss their time in high school and plans for the future.
Episode 20 - One Book Indee 2024!
Hear about this year's One Book Indee selection and upcoming programs!
Episode 19 - Choosing One Book Indee
Join us we discuss the One Book Indee selection process and reminisce about past titles and programs!
Episode 18 - Stories of IPL
Laura, Amy, and Vonnie share their memories and stories of the Independence Public Library in this special sesquicentennial episode!
Episode 17 - Join us this Summer at the Library!
In this last episode of the season, Caitlin shares three recently popular titles at the library. Hear more about this year's Summer Reading Program, too, and be sure to stop in the library to pick up a calendar and reading log!
Episode 16 - With Help from Your Library
Caitlin shares about popular titles at the library, including one written by a local author about a recent weather event. Be sure to check out the highlighted resource this week - it's a great spot to start when you're not sure what to read next.
Episode 15 - What's New at the Library?
This episode features some of the most popular books at IPL this Spring, including the most recent in a very popular cozy mystery series. Caitlin also shares information about an online resource that can assist veterans, job-seekers, and even students!
Welcome to Your Library
To celebrate National Library Week, staff member Vonnie Hoskins joins Caitlin and discusses some of her favorite authors and series. Listen in to her recommendations and be sure to join us on Facebook Live for an online story time each Thursday!
Episode 13 - Local Histories of the Great Depression, Part 2
This special episode features additional interviews with individuals living in local care centers. Caitlin speaks with Mavis Armstrong, Nilla Yarrington, and Jerry Sodergren about their experiences during the 1930s. Be sure to listen until the end to hear about the Library edition of Ancestry.com and how to access this resource!
Episode 12 - Local Histories of the Great Depression, Part 1
This special episode features interviews with individuals living in local care centers. Caitlin speaks with Dale Buckman and Ruby Kimber about their experiences during and after the Great Depression. Listen in to also hear more information about One Book One Independence and how to register to win prizes!
Episode 11 - Following Characters Across Time
This episode features novels which span the lengths of time, following their characters throughout life's changes and struggles. The library resource featured this week is our online library card application, allowing you to apply for or renew your library card online from the comfort of your own home. Our online collection available through Bridges is waiting for you!
Episode 10 - Celebrating Black History Month
Join Caitlin for a special episode featuring popular reads by black authors in celebration of Black History Month. This week's featured books include a mix of eBooks and physical books available at the library, making the selections perfect for any reader! Learn more about the online catalog, as well, with detailed information about advanced searches and other features.
Episode 9 - Exploring the Libraries in Your Neighborhood
This episode includes a little bit of everything, including the latest by a famous author writing under her pseudonym! Caitlin shares a small backlist, too, for a popular romance author. And don't forget to visit a Little Free Library around town to see what you might find this week!
Episode 8 - Looking back at One Book One Independence
Join Caitlin as she looks back at previous One Book One Independence selections and their read-alikes. The 2021 One Book One Independence choice will be announced on Wednesday, January 27. This week's featured service is Interlibrary Loan, allowing patrons to access materials that we do not have in our catalog; check out this easy way to read something new!
Episode 7 - Brush up on your knowledge with the library
Listen in as Caitlin shares two popular thrillers and a new non-fiction bringing light to a topic you probably never think about. This week's featured service is one of our online databases, Credo; likened to an academic Wikipedia, you'll be amazed at how much you can learn!
Episode 6 - In the Holiday Spirit
In this episode, Caitlin shares some holiday favorites for you to enjoy this season, including some fun holiday cookbooks to explore. The featured service this week is our children's book bundles, allowing you and your family to take a deep dive into a topic and maybe even find something new to read together!
Episode 5 - More Than Just Books
This episode explores a timely service available to library patrons - Curbside Service. Though it's not the same as in-person browsing, our online catalog provides you access to all of our materials for easy pickup from your car! The titles discussed this episode keep you on the edge of your seat, and Caitlin even shares about a DVD series that has been very popular.
Episode 4 - Stay up-to-date at the Library
Episode 4 brings three popular titles your way that have been reserved again and again. Caitlin discusses read-alike titles for each selection, allowing you to dig deep into similar characters, storylines, or genres. She also shares information about eNewsletters, brought to your inbox weekly, loaded with information about IPL events and new materials in our catalog.
Episode 3 - Internet to go at IPL
This episode explores three titles that might just put you a bit outside of your comfort zone. Some books are mirrors, reflecting the life that you know, while others are windows, providing you with an inside look into a culture or social issue of which you're not familiar. Caitlin also shares information on our newest service, mobile hotspots, allowing you to borrow the internet like you might borrow your next great book!
Episode 2 - Your Advantage at the Library
In this episode, Caitlin shares more titles that are consistently on reserve at IPL. She also shares information about the Bridges Advantage program, which provides significantly lower waiting times for eBooks and audiobooks in our catalog.
Episode 1 - Virtual Programs at IPL
In this episode, Caitlin shares three titles that just can't seem to stay on the shelves. She also shares suggestions for how to participate virtually and learn a thing or two in library programs.