Blogs

Behind the Scenes in Collection Development: Finding and Providing Age-Appropriate Materials for Kids and Their Caregivers

By aheiselAugust 22, 2023

Ever wonder how our Collection Development Librarians review, select, and organize materials? Here's an example of the expert work our Collection Development Librarian for Youth Materials, Jackie Davis, employs when thinking about materials for our kids and teens: Providing age-appropriate books to our patrons is key to supporting families. Libraries organize books into sections based…

Get Cozy with Studio Ghibli Films and More

By Kristen at TRLDecember 6, 2023

Cozy up with heartwarming Studio Ghibli films or a new story of magic, courage, kindness, and love!

2023 TRL Wrapped – What you Read (and watched) most this Year

By arasmussenDecember 5, 2023

Check out the top titles from 2023 at the Timberland Regional Library! From top titles, to DVDs, to number of items borrowed- the stats might surprise you!

Are you a teen who wants to share your writing or art?

By TRLLibrarianRainaDecember 4, 2023

There are many opportunities for teens and kids to share their art and writing with the world. Here are a bunch of links and ideas!

What is the Friends of the Lacey Library?

By TRLLibrarianRainaDecember 4, 2023

The Friends of the Lacey Library is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that provides needed financial and social support to the Lacey Timberland Library.

Behind the Scenes in Collection Development: Selecting and Purchasing Adult Fiction

By aheiselNovember 29, 2023

collection development, freedom to read, intellectual freedom, censorship, selection

Celebrating Universal Human Rights Month

By slittleNovember 28, 2023

Celebrate with Timberland Regional Libraries Universal Human Rights Month. The 2023 theme for the 75th Anniversary for Human Rights is Dignity, Freedom and Justice for All.