ETBU Library Blog

This summer, TexShare added several new resources to their group of core databases.  One of the most fun is called "Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center."  You can read books and articles on all sorts of hobbies, such as gardening, collecting, arts & crafts, needlework & sewing - the list is too long to show here.  One of my favorite things so far is a book called "Playing with Books" which shows you great ways to re-purpose old books - everything from making an interesting purse using the covers from hardback books to mobiles to games to full fledged art pieces - something like 35 unique projects.  Needless to say I'm going to have to try several of these - and you might just see some pop up in the library over the next year!  The reference center also contains how-to videos which are great if you're new to a hobby or craft.   There are several other reference centers which might be of interest - Small Business assists those who want to ...

All graduate students and faculty (and their respective spouses) the MAR and MED programs are invited to a gathering on Friday, November 11th at 6 PM in the Heritage Room of the Library. We'll be having pizza and fellowship, and also getting a few more tips on using the library, doing research, and whatever else might be of interest to you. You need to register - but it's SO SIMPLE! Just go to the Library home page at http://www.etbu.edu/library/ and in the far right column you'll see a calendar and list of Jarrett Library events. Click on the link that says "Grad Student LIFT Party" (LIFT = Library Instruction For Tigers) and you'll see a registration form there. If you are bringing your spouse please register him or her separately so we can get an accurate count. We hope to see you on November 11th!

It's that time of year again! Only two more weeks of classes then exam week. Here's the library schedule through May 7th! Friday, April 22 (Good Friday): Library Closed Saturday, April 23: 10 AM - 3 PM Sunday, April 24 (Easter): 6 PM - Midnight (please note there is a 2 hour delay in opening) Monday-Thursday, April 25-28: 7:30 AM - Midnight Friday, April 29: 7:30 AM - 10 PM Saturday, April 30: 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday, May 1: 4 PM - Midnight (first day of "Open All Night") Monday-Wednesday, May 2-4: Midnight - Midnight Thursday, May 5: Midnight - 4:30 PM Friday, May 6: 8 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday, May 7: Library Closed - GRADUATION! Watch for more information over the next two weeks!

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American Environmental Leaders: From Colonial Times to the Present , Grey House Publishing A comprehensive and diverse, award-winning collection of biographies of the most important figures in American environmentalism. As our environment changes, and environmental concerns become more and more prevalent, this encyclopedia provides much-needed information on the key players in the environmental movement. The biographies are arranged alphabetically, from Edward Abbey to David Zwick. These are just a few of the entries - check them out! John James Audubon César Chávez Rachel Carson Edmund Muskie