The Silver Lining: The Benefits of Natural Disasters by Seth R. Reice
Thursday, October 9, at 6 p.m.
When confronted with the destruction and human suffering of natural disasters such as Hurricane Katrina or the South Asian tsunami, people want to know if measures can be taken to prevent such environmental and societal damage. A contrary view advocates that such devastation is necessary and beneficial for ecosystems. In The Silver Lining: The Benefits of Natural Disasters, Seth R. Reice argues that the effects of natural disasters represent stages of essential processes for species and habitat renewal. Should we save an old-growth forest or let it burn? What form (if any) should river system flood protection take? Come to our One Book program of The Silver Lining on Thursday, October 9, at 6 p.m. for what is sure to be a lively discussion.
6 p.m. Welcome reception - Main Reading Room, Linda Hall Library
6:30 p.m. Lecture: The Role of Fire in Missouri's Natural Communities by Larry Rizzo, Natural History Biologist, Missouri Department of Conservation
7 p.m. Book discussion
This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required, but seating may be limited. To ensure your seat, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Jenny Bruenger at bruengej@lindahall.org or calling (816) 926-8725.
Monday, September 29, 2008
OCTOBER PERIODIC ROUNDTABLE BOOK DISCUSSION
Rocket Boys: A Memoir by Homer H. Hickam, Jr.
October 27, 2008 at 6 p.m.
The book discussion will be facilitated by Linda Hall Library Reference Librarian Jenny Bruenger. Rocket Boys is a story about growing up at the dawn of the Space Age. Stunned and excited by Russia's launch of the Sputnik satellite, and awe-struck by the work of physicist and astronautics engineer Werner von Braun, fourteen-year old Hickam is inspired to put together a team of boys to practice amateur rocketry in his hometown of Coalwood, West Virginia. Rocket Boys is an all-American story of determination, teamwork, and hope that has inspired many. The book has been translated into eight languages and is studied in over 300 schools.
This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required, but seating may be limited. To ensure your seat, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Jenny Bruenger at bruengej@lindahall.org or calling (816) 926-8725.
October 27, 2008 at 6 p.m.
The book discussion will be facilitated by Linda Hall Library Reference Librarian Jenny Bruenger. Rocket Boys is a story about growing up at the dawn of the Space Age. Stunned and excited by Russia's launch of the Sputnik satellite, and awe-struck by the work of physicist and astronautics engineer Werner von Braun, fourteen-year old Hickam is inspired to put together a team of boys to practice amateur rocketry in his hometown of Coalwood, West Virginia. Rocket Boys is an all-American story of determination, teamwork, and hope that has inspired many. The book has been translated into eight languages and is studied in over 300 schools.
This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required, but seating may be limited. To ensure your seat, please R.S.V.P. by emailing Jenny Bruenger at bruengej@lindahall.org or calling (816) 926-8725.
Monday, August 11, 2008
WHAT CHA' BEEN READING?- AUGUST 2008
Alicia Alhvers- KCPL
DARK LOVER by J.R. Ward
LOVER ETERNAL by J.R. Ward
HIS MAJESTIES DRAGON by Naomi Novik
THE LAST TWILIGHT by Marjorie Liu
Terri Clark- MCPL
BREAKING DAWN by Stephenie Meyer
Jenny Ellis- SJPL
BREAKING DAWN by Stephenie Meyer
THIS CHARMING MAN by Marian Keyes
Beverly Sanderson- NKCPL
LOST DUKE OF WYNDHAM by Julia Quinn
AND ONLY TO DECEIVE by Tasha Alexander
Amy Fisher- MCPL
AGNES AND THE HITMAN by Jennifer Crusie and Bob Mayer
LIVING DEAD IN DALLAS by Charlaine Harris
NEW MOON by Stephenie Meyer
DARK LOVER by J.R. Ward
LOVER ETERNAL by J.R. Ward
HIS MAJESTIES DRAGON by Naomi Novik
THE LAST TWILIGHT by Marjorie Liu
Terri Clark- MCPL
BREAKING DAWN by Stephenie Meyer
Jenny Ellis- SJPL
BREAKING DAWN by Stephenie Meyer
THIS CHARMING MAN by Marian Keyes
Beverly Sanderson- NKCPL
LOST DUKE OF WYNDHAM by Julia Quinn
AND ONLY TO DECEIVE by Tasha Alexander
Amy Fisher- MCPL
AGNES AND THE HITMAN by Jennifer Crusie and Bob Mayer
LIVING DEAD IN DALLAS by Charlaine Harris
NEW MOON by Stephenie Meyer
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
WHAT CHA' BEEN READING?- JANUARY 2008
RATING: 1-5 STARS
Rita Miziorko- KCKPL
ECHO PARK by Michael Connelly **
PLUM LUCKY by Janet Evanovich **
HOW DOCTORS THINK by Jerome Groopman *****
Kaite Stover- KCPL
MY FELLOW AMERICANS by Keir Graff *****
LITTLE BROTHER by Cory Doctrow *****
Helen Hokanson- JCPL
BRENDAN PRAIRIE by Dan O'Brien ****
Andrea Kempf- JCCC
THE BOOK OF DAHLIA by Elisa Albert ****
LOVE LIFE by Ray Kluun ***
SYLVIA by Leonard Michaels ***
THE HAKAWATI by Rabih Alameddine *****
ABSENT by Betool Khedairi ****
A PIGEON AND A BOY by Meir Shalev ****
Cindy Guyler- JCPL
SHADOW OF THE WIND by Carlos Zafon *****
PLAIN TRUTH by Jodi Picoult ***
Rita Miziorko- KCKPL
ECHO PARK by Michael Connelly **
PLUM LUCKY by Janet Evanovich **
HOW DOCTORS THINK by Jerome Groopman *****
Kaite Stover- KCPL
MY FELLOW AMERICANS by Keir Graff *****
LITTLE BROTHER by Cory Doctrow *****
Helen Hokanson- JCPL
BRENDAN PRAIRIE by Dan O'Brien ****
Andrea Kempf- JCCC
THE BOOK OF DAHLIA by Elisa Albert ****
LOVE LIFE by Ray Kluun ***
SYLVIA by Leonard Michaels ***
THE HAKAWATI by Rabih Alameddine *****
ABSENT by Betool Khedairi ****
A PIGEON AND A BOY by Meir Shalev ****
Cindy Guyler- JCPL
SHADOW OF THE WIND by Carlos Zafon *****
PLAIN TRUTH by Jodi Picoult ***
WILLIAM STAFFORD MEMORIAL POETRY RENDEZVOUS
William StaffordMemorial Poetry Rendezvous
April 10-12, 2008
For many poets, and readers in general, William Stafford is theunofficial Dean of Kansas Poetry. Join local poets, including Bill's sonKim Stafford from Oregon, in celebration of the gifts and influences ofone of the greatest voices of twentieth centure American poetry.
Thursday, April 10th, Hutchinson
1:15 p.m. workshop
Kim Stafford and the Hutchinson Community College Creative Writingclass.
7:00 p.m. Poetry & Music
Kim Stafford, Jim French & Company
Friday, April 11th, Newton
Kim Stafford presentation at the Newton Public Library
Saturday, April 12th, Flying W Ranch, Clements, KS
10:30 a.m. Poetry in Kansas: The Future
Denise Low, Kim Stafford & Company
Informal meeting for poets and writers to discuss ongoing association.
1:00 p.m. William Stafford & Kansas
Kim Stafford
2:30 p.m. William Stafford: His Art & Influence
Moderator: Tom Averill
Panelists: Harley Elliott, Amy Fleury, Steven Hind, Jonathan Holden,Denise Low, Kevin Rabas, Bill Sheldon, and Kim Stafford
3:30 or 4:00 p.m. Audience/Panelists Converstion
5:00 p.m. Supper at the Ranch (Josh Hoy, chef)
6:30 p.m. Campfire Music and Poetry
Kim Stafford, Anne Wilson, Jim Hoy & Company
For more information or to register contact:
Steven Hind
503 Monterey Pl.
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620)662-2292
Shind4444@cox.net
April 10-12, 2008
For many poets, and readers in general, William Stafford is theunofficial Dean of Kansas Poetry. Join local poets, including Bill's sonKim Stafford from Oregon, in celebration of the gifts and influences ofone of the greatest voices of twentieth centure American poetry.
Thursday, April 10th, Hutchinson
1:15 p.m. workshop
Kim Stafford and the Hutchinson Community College Creative Writingclass.
7:00 p.m. Poetry & Music
Kim Stafford, Jim French & Company
Friday, April 11th, Newton
Kim Stafford presentation at the Newton Public Library
Saturday, April 12th, Flying W Ranch, Clements, KS
10:30 a.m. Poetry in Kansas: The Future
Denise Low, Kim Stafford & Company
Informal meeting for poets and writers to discuss ongoing association.
1:00 p.m. William Stafford & Kansas
Kim Stafford
2:30 p.m. William Stafford: His Art & Influence
Moderator: Tom Averill
Panelists: Harley Elliott, Amy Fleury, Steven Hind, Jonathan Holden,Denise Low, Kevin Rabas, Bill Sheldon, and Kim Stafford
3:30 or 4:00 p.m. Audience/Panelists Converstion
5:00 p.m. Supper at the Ranch (Josh Hoy, chef)
6:30 p.m. Campfire Music and Poetry
Kim Stafford, Anne Wilson, Jim Hoy & Company
For more information or to register contact:
Steven Hind
503 Monterey Pl.
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620)662-2292
Shind4444@cox.net
2008 UNITED WE READ- WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
The Metro Area Reader's Round Table "MARRT" Committee has selected Water For Elephants by Sara Gruen as the 2008 United We Read selection.
About the Book
"Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
Jacob Jankowski, now in a nursing home, recounts his youthful experiences in a traveling circus during the Great Depression. Orphaned and penniless, young Jacob jumped a train and ended up caring for the animals of the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth including Rosie the elephant. Author Sara Gruen contrasts the tawdry, and often cruel, but fascinating features of Jacob's circus life with his present day dissatisfaction, his sterile nursing home existence and his family's neglect.
About the Program
United We Read is coordinated by the Kansas City Metropolitan Library & Information Network (KCMLIN) a multi-type library consortium serving over 200 library systems on both sides of the Missouri/Kansas state line. The goals of the program are to promote reading and literacy; build a community of readers; and broaden exposure to and appreciation for good literature.
The goal of United We Read is to encourage readers from all walks of life, from high school level through senior citizens, to read and discuss the themes within the book. Program organizers hope once again, members of book discussion groups, library clubs, churches, youth groups, corporate groups – any gathering of people, will connect over discussions of the United We Read book. Water for Elephants will be made available through the local libraries and area bookstores.
Everyone in the Kansas City Metropolitan Community is encouraged to read Water for Elephants during 2008. Area libraries and book stores will host book discussion groups. Libraries will provide information for community book clubs as well. We look forward to the opporunity to share this award winning title with the community.
About the Book
"Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
Jacob Jankowski, now in a nursing home, recounts his youthful experiences in a traveling circus during the Great Depression. Orphaned and penniless, young Jacob jumped a train and ended up caring for the animals of the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth including Rosie the elephant. Author Sara Gruen contrasts the tawdry, and often cruel, but fascinating features of Jacob's circus life with his present day dissatisfaction, his sterile nursing home existence and his family's neglect.
About the Program
United We Read is coordinated by the Kansas City Metropolitan Library & Information Network (KCMLIN) a multi-type library consortium serving over 200 library systems on both sides of the Missouri/Kansas state line. The goals of the program are to promote reading and literacy; build a community of readers; and broaden exposure to and appreciation for good literature.
The goal of United We Read is to encourage readers from all walks of life, from high school level through senior citizens, to read and discuss the themes within the book. Program organizers hope once again, members of book discussion groups, library clubs, churches, youth groups, corporate groups – any gathering of people, will connect over discussions of the United We Read book. Water for Elephants will be made available through the local libraries and area bookstores.
Everyone in the Kansas City Metropolitan Community is encouraged to read Water for Elephants during 2008. Area libraries and book stores will host book discussion groups. Libraries will provide information for community book clubs as well. We look forward to the opporunity to share this award winning title with the community.
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