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1. Star Wars - The Universe Next Door

   Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits theaters in a few days, and if you’re anything like the entire rest of the Internet, you’ve been hysterically excited about it since the summer of 2012. How are you ever going to make it one more hour, ...

   12/15/2015 - 12:16 - 0 comments

2. Preview the redesigned OverDrive site!

   Visit this site for a preview of the redesigned OverDrive site. While you won't be able to check out materials from this site, having the chance to explore it should give you a better footing before it rolls out for us. When you first ...

   12/16/2015 - 10:35 - 7 comments

3. That’s No Moon! - Buzzreads (The YA Lit Blog)

   That’s no moon! Nope, it’s just another Buzzreads post, celebrating the release of the long awaited Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens. Long ago, in a galaxy far, far away, there lived a librarian who was curious about what other sci ...

   12/18/2015 - 09:38 - 0 comments

4. Help Metro reach 1 million OverDrive checkouts!

   To give you an idea of how exclusive 1 million digital checkouts is for a public library system, last year (excluding library consortia) only 10 systems made the list, a list which included such recognizable names as New York Public Library, ...

   01/01/2016 - 16:23 - 9 comments

5. All Things New - Early Literacy Roundup

   Greetings fellow parents and caregivers of young readers! It’s officially 2016 and the dawning of a new year is almost universally a time in which we pause to reflect on the year that was. But, if you’re a resolution-maker, I wish you all ...

   01/04/2016 - 08:04 - 0 comments

6. SO close but a wonderful year, nonetheless

   As 2015 came to a close, we didn't quite cross the 1 million checkout mark for our OverDrive collection last year but we did end up with a healthy 991,573 checkouts of our eBooks and audiobooks! In addition to the tips we previously ...

   01/04/2016 - 15:30 - 2 comments

7. From Crisp Page to Silver Screen - Library Love

   Some of the best movies have been inspired by books. As an avid book reader and former movie industry professional, I am more critical than most of book adaptations. I want the characters I envisioned in my head to translate to the screen ...

   01/12/2016 - 09:29 - 0 comments

8. Goodbye, Ziggy Stardust - Buzzreads

   This past weekend we lost one of the greats in the music scene. David Bowie (1947-2016) was an innovative and fearless icon. Creative til the very end, he left behind one last album to say goodbye. Librarian Anna's first experience with ...

   01/15/2016 - 10:55 - 0 comments

9. New Year, New Works, and New Releases

   Step into the new year on the right foot with brand new works by great composers, and new recordings of favorites from centuries past by the greatest performers working today. Some of the best music ever made is being made right now. ...

   01/21/2016 - 10:26 - 0 comments

10. Ringing in a Green Year - Horticulture Hobbyist

    The season for reflection and planning our gardens for the year ahead is upon us. While the colder months often have me longing for the divine warmth of spring and summer, there is much beauty to be found in the stillness, depth, and ...

    01/25/2016 - 11:10 - 0 comments

11. Updates coming to OverDrive

    OverDrive Read & OverDrive Listen ...

    01/25/2016 - 15:27 - 0 comments

12. A Taste of Home Cooking - Senior Moments

    Rarely does a week go by that I do not see one or more articles about the health benefits of good home cooking.  “Eat more vegetables and fruits,” they coach.  “Pursue the Mediterranean diet,” they preach.  “Ditch the beef in favor of fish and ...

    01/29/2016 - 12:47 - 0 comments

13. Little Books for Big Hearts - Early Literacy Roundup

    If you're like children's librarian Josh, you're not in love with Valentine's Day. But he's positive if you take a minute to share one (or more!) of these books with the special little one in your life, you'll ...

    02/02/2016 - 14:47 - 0 comments

14. UPDATE: OverDrive update not working on Apple devices

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    02/06/2016 - 05:53 - 0 comments

15. 2.6.16 Update: OverDrive app should now work on Apple devices

    The OverDrive app update is now available in the App Store. It addresses many of the issues users were having. ...

    02/09/2016 - 09:05 - 0 comments

16. Death of a Cozy Writer - Cozy Up to a Good Mystery

    Agatha Christie—have you heard of her? She is probably the best known writer of cozy mysteries, having published her first novel in 1920. She went on to publish 66 mysteries, 14 collections of short stories, and 6 romantic suspense novels. ...

    02/12/2016 - 10:26 - 0 comments

17. 2.9.16 Update RE: Apple & OverDrive

    Many customers have reported experiencing the "Fulfillment Failed" error after installing the newest update from OverDrive. OverDrive stated they are still working on additional fixes so in the meanwhile, please encourage your customers ...

    02/12/2016 - 14:16 - 2 comments

18. Well done, Sister Suffragette!

    It’s that time again! We all know it well. Political banter at the office water cooler. Commentary on the debates on every news channel and in every paper. Uncertainty hanging in the air. Campaign season is upon us and what better holiday to ...

    02/16/2016 - 07:59 - 0 comments

19. WWII: Views from the Other Side

    There is no shortage of research material documenting the Second World War. Much has been discussed of the war from the perspective of the Allied powers, but were all citizens of these respective nations truly in support of their leaders’ ...

    02/17/2016 - 08:15 - 0 comments

20. How Lucky We Are to Be Alive Right Now: What to Read When You're Obsessed with Hamilton

    Look around, look around! Based on founding father Alexander Hamilton, the hip-hop musical that bears his surname has become a pop culture obsession for many. If you've listened to the soundtrack on repeat for weeks, don't throw ...

    02/18/2016 - 10:48 - 1 comment

21. Pulitzer Prize Possibilities

    Our literature blogger Tracy likes literary prizes. Although she rarely predicts the winner, and is often disappointed, she feels the prizes generally do more good than harm. If nothing else, a prestigious literary prize keeps a (usually) ...

    02/19/2016 - 11:26 - 0 comments

22. Remembering Harper Lee (1926-2016)

    We all have those moments in our lives when the innocence of childhood parts like a curtain to reveal people who are different from ourselves and big ideas we’ve never considered before. Reading To Kill a Mockingbird was one of those ...

    02/19/2016 - 16:50 - 0 comments

23. Silly Love - Sizzle in the Stacks

    Yes, it’s February, the month of love, but don’t get too carried away. You’ve got the rest of the year to read dramatic love stories, so why don’t you take a break this month and keep it lighthearted and amusing? These titles are all what ...

    02/24/2016 - 09:20 - 0 comments

24. Updated Downloads page

    We wanted to give you a heads up that the Downloads page at metrolibrary.org has been updated. The redesign of this page, as is the redesign of any webpage, is a constantly evolving process, so we hope this page is more appealing and useable ...

    02/24/2016 - 15:18 - 0 comments

25. Resolution Reboots

    Have your New Year's resolutions already hit the dustbin? Feel like you already need a reboot on 2016? Circulation Clerk Brittany knows the feeling and she's got some library materials to cheer you up, make you feel better about ...

    02/26/2016 - 14:49 - 0 comments

26. Chook! Chook! Chook! - Early Literacy Roundup

    An early Spring seems to be here to stay in this neck of the woods. There is but one word that epitomizes the feeling I get when I begin to see (and sniff) the first signs of Spring rebirth: squirrels. Whether at the zoo, park, in your own ...

    03/01/2016 - 07:59 - 0 comments

27. Would you like a personalized reading suggestion?

    If you've hit a reading (or listening) wall this year and don't know where to turn, we have you covered. Join us on Facebook today (Wednesday, March 2) from 2-4 pm to tell us the last book you read or listened to that you ...

    03/02/2016 - 08:06 - 0 comments

28. Hot Prezzies - Confessions of a Futon Revolutionist

    Political season has Circ Clerk Reagan on a new obsession–who was the hunkiest Leader of the Free World? Find out her fab four and find some alternative histories of America's presidents in the latest Confessions . ...

    03/03/2016 - 15:46 - 4 comments

29. Using our eBooks with the new(ish) NOOK GlowLight Plus

    Barnes & Noble recently released the NOOK GlowLight Plus and it requires a new set of steps  (as in "no other eReader requires these same steps") in order to read our eBooks. This page has the directions in first line of the ...

    03/08/2016 - 13:50 - 0 comments

30. He Who Laughs Last Laughs the Laughiest

    The Young Adult Lit world lost a shining star this month with the death of Louise Rennison, author of the Confessions of Georgia Nicolson series. Her laugh-out-loud stories of boy-crazy British teen Georgia and adventures with her Ace Gang ...

    03/15/2016 - 08:26 - 0 comments

31. Book Madness!

    It's NCAA Tournament time - March Madness®! Since we are a library system and playing basketball is frowned upon in the stacks, Librarian Kim brings you BOOK MADNESS, there is no running or dribbling required! BOOK MADNESS is a ...

    03/13/2016 - 14:19 - 1 comment

32. Big Library Read: American Sniper

    Metro Library is participating in a  worldwide, digital book club ! Want to join us? From March 17-March 31, we're taking part in OverDrive's  Big Library Read  and the book we'll be reading/listening to is  American Sniper ...

    03/17/2016 - 08:27 - 0 comments

33. The Universe Next Door - Presidential Edition

    Election season is in full swing, and as depressing as ever. All the candidates are horrible garbage people except maybe the one you’re voting for, and even they’re probably just the best of a bad bunch. Maybe that’s what we get when we ...

    03/19/2016 - 08:20 - 0 comments

34. Read It Again, Sam

    There are people in this world who can re-read their favorite books a number of times without getting tired of them. For me, the book covers are always greener on the other side of the book shelves. Lately, however, I have been thinking back ...

    03/22/2016 - 08:04 - 0 comments

35. Gal Pals

    Real friendship can be hard to capture in fiction, but a few authors have managed to pull it off. In honor of Women’s History Month, Librarian Tracy celebrates the power of "gal pals" in some of her favorite books. So dive right in ...

    03/23/2016 - 08:07 - 0 comments

36. Red Can Appear Blue

    How can the lyrics from a song change your life? Circ clerk Reagan received inspiration from a Bikini Kill song and set out on a journey of self-discovery. Found out how books can lead to self-discovery and lifelong happiness through her ...

    03/30/2016 - 10:09 - 0 comments

37. March 28-April 3 Reference Survey

    The Metropolitan Library System is conducting a system-wide Reference Survey March 28th through April 3rd . The purpose of this survey is to estimate the number of reference and non-reference questions being answered as a result of ...

    04/04/2016 - 13:22 - 0 comments

38. Books for the Toughest Times

    It’s often very difficult to help a child cope with loss; sometimes we don’t know how to process the grief ourselves. Dealing with difficult subjects vicariously through the characters in stories can sometimes help us find the words to ...

    04/04/2016 - 08:48 - 2 comments

39. Book Madness 2016 Winner

    Book Madness 2016 is over and we have a winner! Cinder by Marissa Meyer. The young adult novel that wouldn't quit! It took on the amazing Elephant and Piggie book I Will Take a Nap! by Mo Willems and came out the victor. ...

    04/05/2016 - 09:57 - 0 comments

40. Preview and test our Frequently Asked Questions page

    On Monday, April 4 11, we will debut a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page on our website that will allow anyone to search for answers to common questions that we frequently receive (e.g. How do I log in to my account? Can I renew an eBook?) ...

    04/11/2016 - 10:30 - 0 comments

41. Sistery Mystery

    Sisters—some might say that you either love them or hate them, but I suspect that we love our sisters and, perhaps, hate some of the things they do. Some sisters are bossy, some are tattletales, and some are just plain ornery, but when they ...

    04/11/2016 - 10:39 - 0 comments

42. Updates to metrolibrary.org

    The green  Questions/Help  button at the top right of metrolibrary.org has been updated to redirect to the FAQ . When this button is clicked by someone using a desktop, laptop, or tablet, a list of the top 5 questions received through the Ask ...

    04/11/2016 - 11:19 - 0 comments

43. State of the Artists

    The OKC Festival of the Arts is just around the corner and Librarian Anna has some great reads featuring young artists as the main characters. TO READ THE REST OF THIS POST (AND SHARE IT WITH YOUR FRIENDS), VISIT http://www ...

    04/18/2016 - 08:06 - 0 comments

44. The Song of the Earth: an Earth Day Playlist

    People all over the world will celebrate Earth Day on April 22. It is a time to appreciate the beauty, grandeur, and provision of our home planet. It is also a day to remember our responsibility to protect our fragile environment. in honor ...

    04/19/2016 - 08:18 - 2 comments

45. Strange Love: Paranormal Romance

    I'd heard of paranormal romances, which sounded extremely goofy. People falling in love with ghosts, aliens, and werewolves? Please. It turns out they're more intricately plotted than other subgenres and the romantic element is ...

    04/21/2016 - 11:05 - 0 comments

46. Library Visits Down?

    I recently read an article from The Atlantic titled, “ Fewer Americans Are Visiting Local Libraries – and Technology Isn’t to Blame ”. Frankly, as a librarian, the title is kind of scary. However, the article isn’t all doom and gloom.  Yes, ...

    04/21/2016 - 13:28 - 1 comment

47. Do You Want to Be a Manager?

      Tags:  Tailored Titles , Managers , Professional Development ...

    04/21/2016 - 11:17 - 3 comments

48. Metropolitan Library System in the Library of Congress

    Ralph Ellison loved his library. He loved the public library as a child, and he loved the one that was named in his honor some fifty years later. A Ralph Ellison scholar discovered just how much he loved them while working with his papers in ...

    05/04/2016 - 08:03 - 0 comments

49. Tchaikovsky and Brahms: A Tale of Two Frenemies

    Tupac and Biggie. Blur and Oasis. Who doesn't love a fierce musical grudge match? Our musical maven Breck has the tale of 19th century rivalry between classical giants Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Johannes Brahms in this month's ...

    05/05/2016 - 10:48 - 0 comments

50. Avenue of Escape

    Adulting is exhausting. Between work, kids, and everything else that comes with being an adult, when Librarian Sarah actually carves out enough time to delve into a book, she wants that book to be as far from her reality as possible. She& ...

    05/10/2016 - 08:38 - 0 comments

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