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  31. <title>May is High Blood Pressure Education Month</title>
  32. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/may-is-high-blood-pressure-education-month/</link>
  34. <dc:creator><![CDATA[sflorkowski]]></dc:creator>
  35. <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 11:10:08 +0000</pubDate>
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  43. <description><![CDATA[May is High Blood Pressure Education Month. PLYMC offers a variety of programs and resources to help patrons check their blood pressure and lead a healthy lifestyle. PLYMC offers blood pressure hubs at all locations through a partnership with the American Heart Association.]]></description>
  44. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>May is High Blood Pressure Education Month. Blood pressure is the pressure of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Arteries carry blood from your heart to other parts of your body. It's natural for blood pressure to rise and fall throughout the day but can cause damage to your health and heart if it's elevated for too long. </p>
  45. <p>The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that a staggering <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/facts.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/bloodpressure\/facts.htm","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>48.1%, or 119.9 million adult Americans<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> present with high blood pressure, also know as hypertension. Regularly checking your blood pressure is important because high blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart disease, kidney disease, loss of vision and more. Hypertension is often referred to as the “silent killer,” because it is capable of creating serious damage to the circulatory system, while presenting no obvious symptoms.</p>
  46. <p>In an effort to bring awareness to this silent killer, The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) formed a partnership with the <a href="https://www.heart.org/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>American Heart Association<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> this year to bring "Libraries with Heart" to Mahoning County residents.</p>
  47. <p>The <a href="https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/american-heart-association-provides-community-blood-pressure-kits-monitors-to-mahoning-county-library-locations" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"https:\/\/newsroom.heart.org\/local-news\/american-heart-association-provides-community-blood-pressure-kits-monitors-to-mahoning-county-library-locations","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>“Libraries with Heart”<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> initiative makes blood pressure monitors accessible to the public at all 14 of the Library’s locations. To utilize this service, simply visit one of PLYMC’s libraries and ask an employee to show you to the Blood Pressure Hub. Along with the blood pressure monitor, you will find materials on how to check your blood pressure, an explanation of how to interpret your results, and a list of local providers in the instance that you need to follow-up.</p>
  48. <p>Hypertension qualifies as a systolic (top) number of 120 or less, and a diastolic (bottom) number of less than 80. If your results are higher than the normal range, it is important that you seek advice from a medical professional. To learn more about how to keep your blood pressure in check, visit <a href="http://www.heart.org/bloodpressure" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"http:\/\/www.heart.org\/bloodpressure","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>heart.org/bloodpressure<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a>.</p>
  49. <p>In addition to our Blood Pressure Hubs, visit our <a href="https://plymc.bibliocommons.com/v2/events" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">events calendar<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> to find programs on health and fitness. We offer a variety of classes that incorporate cooking, nutrition and exercise to help you lead a healthy lifestyle! We also have a list of <a href="https://www.libraryvisit.org/resources/health/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">free wellness resources<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> that can help provide further information. </p>]]></content:encoded>
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  55. <title>May 2024 Resource Spotlight: Mometrix eLibrary</title>
  56. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/may-2024-resource-spotlight-mometrix-elibrary/</link>
  58. <dc:creator><![CDATA[schurchill]]></dc:creator>
  59. <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 11:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
  60. <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
  61. <category><![CDATA[Education Resources]]></category>
  62. <category><![CDATA[exams]]></category>
  63. <category><![CDATA[Online Resources]]></category>
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  66. <description><![CDATA[Mometrix eLibrary provides free access for library card holders to flash cards, study guides and practice tests for over 1,500 tests.]]></description>
  67. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span data-contrast="auto">May has arrived and the school year is winding down. It’s that time of year when many are preparing for final tests ahead of graduation. Others may be preparing to go on for more schooling. And, at any time of year, people may be taking tests for various jobs and careers. No matter what test you're preparing for, the library has a free resource that can help. All you need is a library card!</span></p>
  68. <p><a href="https://portal.mometrixelibrary.com/validate?__acct=8112" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"https:\/\/portal.mometrixelibrary.com\/validate?__acct=8112","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>Mometrix eLibrary<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> provides interactive flash cards, study guides, and practice tests for almost every test imaginable! Just type in the test name in the search box at the top, and then click on the results to use them. Everything in <a href="https://portal.mometrixelibrary.com/validate?__acct=8112" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"https:\/\/portal.mometrixelibrary.com\/validate?__acct=8112","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>Mometrix eLibrary<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> is instantaneous, unlimited access. This means a million people can use the same flash cards, study guide, or practice test, all at the same time! </p>
  69. <p><span data-contrast="auto">The many tests covered include:</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span></p>
  70. <p><span data-contrast="auto">High School Equivalency Exams</span></p>
  71. <ul>
  72. <li>
  73. <span data-contrast="auto">GED</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  74. </li>
  75. <li>
  76. <span data-contrast="auto">HiSet</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  77. </li>
  78. </ul>
  79. <p><span data-contrast="auto">Military Test</span></p>
  80. <ul>
  81. <li><span data-contrast="auto">ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)</span></li>
  82. </ul>
  83. <p><span data-contrast="auto">College Exams</span></p>
  84. <ul>
  85. <li>
  86. <span data-contrast="auto">PreACT</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  87. </li>
  88. <li>
  89. <span data-contrast="auto">ACT</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  90. </li>
  91. <li>
  92. <span data-contrast="auto">PSAT</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  93. </li>
  94. <li>
  95. <span data-contrast="auto">SAT</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  96. </li>
  97. <li>
  98. <span data-contrast="auto">CLEP</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  99. </li>
  100. </ul>
  101. <p><span data-contrast="auto">Graduate, Law or Medical School Exams</span></p>
  102. <ul>
  103. <li>
  104. <span data-contrast="auto">GRE</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  105. </li>
  106. <li>
  107. <span data-contrast="auto">GMAT</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  108. </li>
  109. <li>
  110. <span data-contrast="auto">LSAT</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  111. </li>
  112. <li>
  113. <span data-contrast="auto">MCAT</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  114. </li>
  115. </ul>
  116. <p><span data-contrast="auto">Plus job &amp; career exams, such as:</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span></p>
  117. <ul>
  118. <li>
  119. <span data-contrast="auto">WorkKeys</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  120. </li>
  121. <li>
  122. <span data-contrast="auto">Civil Service</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  123. </li>
  124. <li>
  125. <span data-contrast="auto">PRAXIS for all kinds for teachers</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  126. </li>
  127. <li>
  128. <span data-contrast="auto">STNA &amp; CNA for nursing assistants</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}'> </span>
  129. </li>
  130. </ul>
  131. <p><span data-contrast="auto">These are just the tip of the iceberg for exams covered within this resource. For assistance with using Mometrix eLibrary, <a href="https://www.libraryvisit.org/contact-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">contact us<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a>. We’ll be happy to help you locate the study materials you need in order to succeed!</span> </p>]]></content:encoded>
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  137. <title>National Library Week Spotlight: Mia Allonby</title>
  138. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/nlw2024-spotlight-mia/</link>
  140. <dc:creator><![CDATA[sflorkowski]]></dc:creator>
  141. <pubDate>Sat, 13 Apr 2024 12:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
  142. <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
  143. <category><![CDATA[Employee Spotlight]]></category>
  144. <category><![CDATA[National Library Week]]></category>
  145. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.libraryvisit.org/?p=9008</guid>
  146.  
  147. <description><![CDATA[In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC!]]></description>
  148. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ewa-rteLine">
  149. <img decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" class="size-medium wp-image-9010 alignleft" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/DSC_5152-249x300.jpeg" alt="" width="249" height="300" data-wp-image="9010" loading="lazy">Mia is a clerk at the Michael Kusalaba Branch. She is driven, perceptive and enthusiastic. Her coworkers have said that she is an excellent example of the kind of employee that makes the Library run. She provides outstanding customer service and makes everyone feel welcome.</div>
  150. <div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div>
  151. <div class="ewa-rteLine">One of Mia's coworkers said that she is "one of the kindest people I have ever met, not just at PLYMC, but in my entire lifetime. She made me feel extremely welcome as a new hire, and I never once felt judged by her when I made mistakes...She really sees people, and I am grateful that I get to know her and work with her."</div>]]></content:encoded>
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  157. <title>National Library Week Spotlight: Tia Stanford</title>
  158. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/nlw2024-spotlight-tia/</link>
  160. <dc:creator><![CDATA[sflorkowski]]></dc:creator>
  161. <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  162. <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
  163. <category><![CDATA[Employee Spotlight]]></category>
  164. <category><![CDATA[National Library Week]]></category>
  165. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.libraryvisit.org/?p=9002</guid>
  166.  
  167. <description><![CDATA[In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC!]]></description>
  168. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ewa-rteLine">
  169. <figure id="attachment_9004" style="width: 261px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-9004 size-medium" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/DSC_5111-261x300.jpeg" alt="" width="261" height="300" data-wp-image="9004" loading="lazy"><figcaption class="wp-caption-text">Tia Stanford</figcaption></figure>
  170. <p>Tia is a public service generalist at Main Library. She is well-rounded in all areas of clerical and serves as a great resource to others. Tia is patient, knowledgeable and eager to help.</p></div>
  171. <div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div>
  172. <div class="ewa-rteLine">One coworker said, "Tia is one of the kindest, sweetest, most helpful, compassionate people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. If the world was filled with more people like Tia, this world would be a better place. She has an awesome sense of humor, and she always makes me laugh!"</div>
  173. <div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div>
  174. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Tia enjoys reading, music, gaming, astronomy and exploring new places.</div>]]></content:encoded>
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  180. <title>National Library Week Spotlight: Jill Gerthung</title>
  181. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/nlw2024-spotlight-jill/</link>
  183. <dc:creator><![CDATA[sflorkowski]]></dc:creator>
  184. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
  185. <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
  186. <category><![CDATA[Employee Spotlight]]></category>
  187. <category><![CDATA[National Library Week]]></category>
  188. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.libraryvisit.org/?p=8996</guid>
  189.  
  190. <description><![CDATA[In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC!]]></description>
  191. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ewa-rteLine">
  192. <figure id="attachment_8998" style="width: 292px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-8998 size-medium" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/DSC_5070-292x300.jpeg" alt="" width="292" height="300" data-wp-image="8998" loading="lazy"><figcaption class="wp-caption-text">Jill Gerthung</figcaption></figure>
  193. <p>Jill Gerthung has been with PLYMC for over 25 years! She started as a juvenile librarian at the Boardman Branch. Currently, she is a supervisor in the Technical Services department.</p>
  194. </div>
  195. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Her coworkers describe her as compassionate, efficient and organized. She goes above and beyond and makes sure that everything and everyone is taken care of in TS. She is a hard worker and does not hesitate to jump in to help where it is needed.</div>
  196. <div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div>
  197. <div class="ewa-rteLine">
  198. <p class="p1" style="margin: 0in 0in 12.75pt 0in"><span class="s1"><span style="font-size: 13.0pt">When not spending time with her husband, daughter, or son, you can find Jill researching her next trip to Disney or watching the Hallmark Channel.</span></span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="font-size: 13.0pt"> </span></span></p>
  199. </div>]]></content:encoded>
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  205. <title>National Library Week Spotlight: Sara Churchill</title>
  206. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/nlw2024-spotlight-sara/</link>
  208. <dc:creator><![CDATA[sflorkowski]]></dc:creator>
  209. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:00:17 +0000</pubDate>
  210. <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
  211. <category><![CDATA[Employee Spotlight]]></category>
  212. <category><![CDATA[National Library Week]]></category>
  213. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.libraryvisit.org/?p=8984</guid>
  214.  
  215. <description><![CDATA[In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC!]]></description>
  216. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ewa-rteLine">
  217. <figure id="attachment_8986" style="width: 300px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8986 size-medium" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/DSC_5048-300x249.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="249" data-wp-image="8986"><figcaption class="wp-caption-text">Sara Churchill</figcaption></figure>
  218. <p>Sara Churchill is a librarian and supervisor in the Specialty Services department. From coordinating programs to assisting patrons to answering reference questions, Sara consistently goes above and beyond, which allows the quality of her work to be priceless.</p>
  219. </div>
  220. <div class="ewa-rteLine">If you ask her coworkers, they'll say that Sara is incredibly knowledgeable, adaptable and an overall great role model. They'll also describe her skills as "mind-bogglingly advanced."</div>
  221. <div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div>
  222. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Sara is a fan of sci-fi, British mystery, CSI and true crime books as well as TV and movies. She is also an unapologetic chocoholic.</div>]]></content:encoded>
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  227. <item>
  228. <title>National Library Week Spotlight: Darren DeBolt</title>
  229. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/nlw2024-spotlight-darren/</link>
  231. <dc:creator><![CDATA[sflorkowski]]></dc:creator>
  232. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
  233. <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
  234. <category><![CDATA[Employee Spotlight]]></category>
  235. <category><![CDATA[National Library Week]]></category>
  236. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.libraryvisit.org/?p=8976</guid>
  237.  
  238. <description><![CDATA[In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC!]]></description>
  239. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ewa-rteLine">
  240. <img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-8978 alignleft" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/DSC_5244-300x207.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="207" data-wp-image="8978">
  241. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Darren DeBolt is the safety and security specialist in PLYMC's Administration. He is incredibly attentive, friendly and organized. Darren is a great problem solver and is dedicated to providing exceptional support to staff and patrons.</div>
  242. <div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div>
  243. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Outside of work, you might find Darren at an antique car show or flea market. He enjoys thrifting, listening to music and spending time with friends and family. Oh and he's a cat dad of three!</div>
  244. </div>]]></content:encoded>
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  250. <title>National Library Week Spotlight: Patty Drennen</title>
  251. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/nlw2024-spotlight-patty/</link>
  253. <dc:creator><![CDATA[sflorkowski]]></dc:creator>
  254. <pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2024 22:00:15 +0000</pubDate>
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  256. <category><![CDATA[Employee Spotlight]]></category>
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  258. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.libraryvisit.org/?p=8970</guid>
  259.  
  260. <description><![CDATA[In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC!]]></description>
  261. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ewa-rteLine">
  262. <figure id="attachment_8972" style="width: 300px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8972 size-medium" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/DSC_5204-300x293.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="293" data-wp-image="8972"><figcaption class="wp-caption-text">Patty Drennen</figcaption></figure>
  263. </div>
  264. <div> </div>
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  266. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Patty Drennen is a public service lead at PLYMC's Newport Branch. She has been with the Library for 48 years! Her coworkers describe her as one of the powerhouses in our system and a constant source of knowledge and kindness.</div>
  267. <div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div>
  268. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Outside of work, Patty loves crafting and spending time with her family, including her husband John, daughters Heather and Stacy, sons-in-law Andy and Scott, grandkids and granddogs.</div>
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  275. <title>National Library Week Spotlight: Allie Shaw</title>
  276. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/nlw2024-spotlight-allie/</link>
  278. <dc:creator><![CDATA[cangelo]]></dc:creator>
  279. <pubDate>Sun, 07 Apr 2024 20:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
  280. <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
  281. <category><![CDATA[Employee Spotlight]]></category>
  282. <category><![CDATA[National Library Week]]></category>
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  284.  
  285. <description><![CDATA[In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC!]]></description>
  286. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="ewa-rteLine">
  287. <figure id="attachment_8936" style="width: 270px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8936 size-medium" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/DSC_5220-270x300.jpeg" alt="" width="270" height="300" data-wp-image="8936"><figcaption class="wp-caption-text">Allie Shaw</figcaption></figure>
  288. <p>In honor of National Library Week, we will be featuring some of the incredible individuals at PLYMC! <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/2728.png" alt="✨" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f4da.png" alt="📚" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></p>
  289. </div>
  290. <div class="ewa-rteLine">Kicking off the week is Allie Shaw, librarian at our Boardman location! Allie has top-notch organizational skills and an exceptional eye for detail. She always goes the extra mile and is willing to help patrons and her coworkers at any time.</div>
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  292. <div class="ewa-rteLine">In her spare time, Allie loves reading, sports and being with her family, including her husband and their young daughter.</div>]]></content:encoded>
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  298. <title>National Library Week 2024: Ready, Set, Library!</title>
  299. <link>https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs/post/national-library-week-2024/</link>
  301. <dc:creator><![CDATA[cangelo]]></dc:creator>
  302. <pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2024 18:51:37 +0000</pubDate>
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  304. <category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
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  306. <category><![CDATA[National Library Week]]></category>
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  309.  
  310. <description><![CDATA[National Library Week is April 7–13, 2024, and we encourage everyone to visit The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County to explore our collection, attend programs, access free tools and technology and so much more.]]></description>
  311. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-8928" src="https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/122/2024/04/2404_National-Library-Week-FB-1024x536.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="536" data-wp-image="8928"></p>
  312. <p>National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.</p>
  313. <p>This year, National Library Week is April 7–13, 2024, with the theme "Ready, Set, Library!" The theme promotes the idea that in our always-online world, libraries give us a green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and pursue our passions.</p>
  314. <p>At <a href="https://www.libraryvisit.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC)<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a>, we bring our communities together for education, entertainment and connection through book clubs, storytimes, crafting classes, author talks and <a href="https://plymc.bibliocommons.com/v2/events" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">so much more.<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a></p>
  315. <p>We offer a large <a href="https://plymc.bibliocommons.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">catalog<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> of physical and digital materials including our <a href="https://www.libraryvisit.org/library-of-things/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">Library of Things<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a>, a unique collection of items such as games, tools and household supplies. We also provide internet and technology access, free tools in our <a href="https://www.libraryvisit.org/makerspace-diy-space/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">Makerspace and DIY Space<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> and support to job seekers, businesses and entrepreneurs.</p>
  316. <p>No matter your interests, we hope you are inspired to visit PLYMC during National Library Week! With <a href="https://plymc.bibliocommons.com/v2/locations" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">14 branches<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> and a bookmobile (aka the <a href="https://www.libraryvisit.org/pop-up-library" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">Pop-Up Library<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a>), there is so much to explore.</p>
  317. <p><strong>Special Celebration Days During National Library Week</strong></p>
  318. <p>Monday, April 8: Right to Read Day, a National Day of Action in support of the right to read. The State of America's Libraries Report is released, including Top Ten Most Challenged Books of 2023.</p>
  319. <p>Tuesday, April 9: National Library Workers Day, a day for everyone to recognize the valuable contributions made by library workers.</p>
  320. <p>Wednesday, April 10: National Library Outreach Day (formerly National Bookmobile Day), a day the dedicated library professionals who are meeting their patrons where they are.</p>
  321. <p>Thursday, April 11: Take Action for Libraries Day, a day for all library advocates to affirm their participation in 2024 elections.</p>
  322. <p>Don't forget to visit our catalog for staff recommendations like this list: <a href="https://plymc.bibliocommons.com/list/share/2107738409/2512537609" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">National Library Week<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a>. And make sure to check out our <a href="https://www.libraryvisit.org/blogs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline">blog<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/plymc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plymc\/","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>Facebook page<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a> for staff spotlights throughout the week!</p>
  323. <p>To learn more about National Library Week, visit the <a href="https://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/natlibraryweek" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="o-link--solid-faux-underline" data-analytics='[{"event":"bc.outboundLinkClick","payload":{"gtmCategory":"v2-page-interactions","gtmAction":"v2-outbound-link-click","gtmLabel":"https:\/\/www.ala.org\/conferencesevents\/celebrationweeks\/natlibraryweek","gtmValue":1,"gtmContentType":"","gtmContainerName":"","gtmContentCreator":"","gtmCreatorType":"","gtmCardTitle":""}}]'>American Library Association website<span class="a11y-visually-hidden">, opens a new window</span></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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