Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Can't afford an author visit? Try the Library of Congress

While I was exploring the Library of Congress recently I came across their webcast feature. They have many to choose from; there are authors http://www.read.gov/webcasts/ and other speakers and subjects http://www.loc.gov/today/cyberlc/index.php

I could spend hours viewing these. This sparked an idea for me about using these as part of a program. If your library is lucky enough to have a projector that will hook up to a computer these webcasts could be shown to your patrons. I saw many current authors, David Baldacci, John Grisham, and Jane Goodall. These webcasts could be shown in conjunction with a discussion of the book the author is discussing in the webcast.

Another way for a small library to add something extra to its adult programming. This might be especially welcome in areas where many in the community do not have at home Internet access.

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