Loveland Libcast

Pulp by Abra Berens Jun 12, 2024

Esther and Brynn discuss Pulp: A Practical Guide to Cooking with Fruit by Abra Berens. They also discuss the fickleness of fruit, foraging, and swimming in cold water!

Arabiyya by Reem Assil Apr 11, 2024

Esther and Brynn discuss making ma'louba from Arabiyya by Reem Assil. They also honor talk about the tenacity of people around the world who are working to maintain a sense of tradition and normalcy through food in the face of upheaval and war.

50 Pies, 50 States by Stacey Mei Yan Fong Mar 14, 2024

Happy Pi(e) Day everyone! On this month's episode of the Loveland Libcast, Esther and Brynn are joined by the 2023 Loveland Cherry Festival youth winner, Levi! Listen to the three of them talk about New York Apple Pie from Stacey Mei Yan Fong's 50 Pies, 50 States. They also discuss baking wins and baking flops.

Woks of Life by the Leung Family Feb 08, 2024

Long time no see! We are happy to be back talking about cookbooks in the new year. Esther is joined by teen librarian Brynn to discuss The Woks of Life: Recipes to Know and Love from a Chinese American Family by Bill, Judy, Kaitlin, and Sarah Leung. Stop by the library on February 8th for your cooking kits. This month dumplings are on the table--just in time for Chinese New Year!

LOVEland Cookbook Group (Nov 2023) New Native Kitchen by Freddie Bitsoie Nov 09, 2023

It's Ashlee’s penultimate episode with the Loveland Libcast, and Esther and Ashlee discuss November’s LOVEland Cookbook Group title New Native Kitchen by Freddie Bitsoie.

*Please excuse Esther's rough sound quality this episode.*

Domestic Violence Awarness Month with ATV Oct 17, 2023

Esther is joined by Jillian of Alternatives to Violence to discuss Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Alternatives to Violence provides shelter, advocacy, education and resources for people impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Since 1983, Alternatives to Violence has offered victims the opportunity to heal both emotionally and physically in a supportive environment. Each year, they provide emergency shelter, safety planning, advocacy, information and referrals to local resources, crisis intervention, and in some cases longer-term housing to over 1,600 people.

Visit: https://alternativestoviolence.org/ for more information.

Media Recommendations Related to DVAM:

Black and Blue by Anna Quindlen
Maid on Netflix
Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft

Fun Book Recommendations:

Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Lost Causes of Bleak Creek by Rhett McLaughlin

LOVEland Cookbook Group (Oct 2023) Dinner in One by Melissa Clark Oct 12, 2023

Esther and Ashlee discuss October’s LOVEland Cookbook Group title Dinner in One by Melissa Clark.

They also discuss why they love autumn, how to cook rice in one minute, and why Esther shouldn’t be afraid of pressure cookers (and neither should you!)

LOVEland Cookbook Group (Sept 2023) Mezcla by Ixta Belfrage Sep 13, 2023

Esther and Ashlee are joined by special guest Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack to discuss September’s LOVEland Cookbook Group title Mezclaby Ixta Belfrage.

Follow Yvette’s blog and be sure to check out her newest book Muy Bueno Fiestas!

LOVEland Cookbook Group (August 2023) Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving Aug 07, 2023

Grab a frozen pickle and listen to Esther and Ashlee discuss August’s LOVEland Cookbook Group title Ball Complete Book of Home Preservingedited by Judi Kingry and Lauren Devine.

More Pie Content:

Theme Music: “Joy Jumping” by Richard Myhill

Special Halloween YA Book Talk: Dracula and Lost Girls A Vampire Revenge Story Oct 31, 2022

Happy Halloween! Daniel is joined by librarians Becca and Esther and special guest Haley for a spoooooky episode! They discuss Dracula by Bram Stoker and YA book Lost Girls: A Vampire Revenge Story by Sonia Hartl.

Don’t miss the Day of the Dead Community Celebration at the Loveland Museum on November 5th from 11 am- 1 pm

Check out upcoming Teen Events here.

Register for the next Poetry Workshop on November 5th here.

Media Mentioned:

Theme Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Loveland Public Library Board with Craig and Kathy Oct 14, 2022

Daniel is joined by Loveland Public Library board members Craig and Kathy to discuss what it means to be a library board member.

Want to help create and advocate the strategic direction of the Library's future? Serving on the advisory board is one of the most meaningful ways to contribute. Join us on our quest to make the Library the best it can be! Apply at lovlib.org/libraryboard by October 31st!

Books Mentioned:

The Sentence by Louise Erdrich
Bittersweet by Coleen McCullough
The Friend by Sigrid Nunez
Honorby Thrity Umrigar

Theme Music: "Joy Jumping" by Richard Myhill

LOVEland Cookbook Group (Oct 2022) Mi Cocina by Rick Martínez Oct 10, 2022

Ashlee and Daniel discuss the October LOVEland Cookbook Group title: Mi Cocina by Rick Martínez. Ashlee offers some suggestions for food content creators and restaurants to check out in honor of the first annual Colorado Hispanic Restaurant Week!

For more on Mi Cocina author, Rick Martínez, check out his podcast and website here.

Hispanic Restaurant Recommendations:

Colorado Food Magazine’s Top 100 Hispanic Restaurants

Dana Rodriguez’s Restaurants:

Media Mentioned:

Dracula by Bram Stoker
League of Their Own
The Lost Girls by Sonia Hartl
Wheel of Time Series by Robert Jordan

Theme music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

AAUW with Karla and Jan Sep 27, 2022

AAUW members Karla and Jan join Daniel to discuss the Loveland Branch of AAUW and the upcoming 11th Annual Conversation With Authors Event, featuring local authors Eleanor Brown and Steven Schwartz.

11th Annual Conversation With Authors Event

October 15th 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Best Western Conference Center, Loveland

$45 for Presentations and Breakfast, with all proceeds benefiting the AAUW Scholarship Fund.

For more information, visit the AAUW website or peruse the CWA Schedule and Brochure.

Email: karendanbom@gmail.com to reserve your spot by 9/30.

Books Mentioned:

The Overstory by Richard Powers

We Were the Mulvaneys by Joyce Carol Oates

The Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood

A Crack in the Edge of the World by Simon Winchester

Encountering a Poet with Lynn Kincanon and Joe Hutchison Sep 21, 2022

Daniel is joined by special guests Loveland Poet Laureate, Lynn Kincanon, and former Colorado Poet Laureate, Joe Hutchison, to discuss the library’s upcoming Poetry Workshop Series: “Encountering a Poet.” In this series, poets from around Colorado will present a chosen poet’s work and engage the participants in writing inspired by their works or in the style of the poet.

Space is limited! Follow this link to register for one or multiple workshops.

To follow the Loveland Poet Laureate Program and Lynn Kincanon: https://www.facebook.com/lovelandpoetlaureate/

To follow the work of Joe Hutchison:

https://www.jhwriter.com/

Books mentioned:

Airmail: The Letters of Robert Bly and Tomas Transtomer
Pacific Light by David Mason
Words Under the Words by Naomi Shihab Nye
The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

LOVEland Cookbook Group (Sept 2022) 50 Things to Bake Before You Die with Author Allyson Reedy Sep 16, 2022

Ashlee and Daniel join special guest, author Allyson Reedy, to discuss the September LOVEland Cookbook Group title:50 Things to Bake Before You Die. They also discuss ragebaking, baking as childcare, and being baking mortals.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming LOVEland Cookbook Group Potluck on October 15th from 12:00-2:00 in the Gertrude Scott Meeting Room at the Library. Ashlee Redger will lead an in-person discussion about all things cooking and baking, with a focus on the August, September, and October LOVEland Cookbook Group titles.

To read more from Allyson Reedy:

To follow the writing of our very own Ashlee Redger:

Westword

Cookbooks and Baking Websites Mentioned:

Cake By Courtney
Chelsweets by Chelsey White
Handle the Heat with Tessa Arias
Joanne Chang:
- Flour: Spectacular Recipes from Boston's Flour Bakery + Cafe
- Flour, Too
Cookie Love by Mindy Segal
Christina Tosi:
- Milk Bar Life: Recipes and Stories
- All About Cake

Fiction, Memoir, and Essays Mentioned:

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Djembe Jive with Nancy Brauhn-Curnes Sep 09, 2022

Special guest Nancy Brauhn-Curnes joins Daniel and Children’s librarians Cindy and Monique to discuss the upcoming Community Drum Circle on September 24th. Daniel and Nancy also explore the history of Nancy’s company, Djembe Jive, and the power of drumming to create community and promote well-being and play. Cindy and Monique give a sneak peak to some of the exciting upcoming events for children at the library.

Community Drum Circle

September 24th, 6:00-7:30

At the Norma & Lynn Hammond Amphitheater

2750 N. Taft Ave (within North Lake Park) Loveland, Colorado 80538

Registration is required. Please register here.

Visit www.letsdrumnow.com to peruse what all Djembe Jive has to offer in the community.

Upcoming Childrens’ Events:

Chess Club: Every Thursday, 4:00-5:00
Come to the Treehouse in Children's if you are 5-11 years old and want to learn or play chess. Every Thursday beginning Aug 11th.
Brickmasters: First Wednesday, 3:30-5:00

Come to the Mrs. Runschmunkel's Reading Room (storytime room) the first Wednesday of each month to build a creation with the library’s LEGOs and display it all month. Ages 4+.

Tech Afternoon: Oct. 21st, 12:45-1:45

Meet in the reading room to play with robots and technology!

Learn to Play Ukulele: Oct. 27th, Nov. 3rd, Nov. 10th, 4:00-5:00

For aspiring ukulele players between the ages of 7-10. Visit or call the Children's desk at 970-962-2587 to register as space is limited.

Media Mentioned:

Impressions at the Cherry Pie Celebration 2022 Aug 25, 2022

On this special episode of the Loveland LibCast, Daniel visits the Annual Cherry Pie Festival and chats with Loveland residents about cherry pie, their favorite things to do in Loveland, and what they like to read (recorded July 16, 2022). Thanks to the Loveland Museum for inviting the podcast to join the celebration, and all those who stopped by to chat!

Books Mentioned:

Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don’t Know by Malcolm Gladwell

How Civil Wars Start and How to Stop Them by Barbara F. Walter

Man and His Symbols by Carl G. Jung

Interview With The Vampire by Anne Rice

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney

Wings of Fire by Tui Sutherland

Don Quixote by Migel de Cervantes

Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle

The Serious Goose by Jimmy Kimmel

Reynard the Fox by Anne Louise Avery

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

LOVEland Cookbook Group (Aug 2022) I Dream of Dinner (so You Don’t Have to) by Ali Slagle Aug 11, 2022

Ashlee and Daniel discuss the August LOVEland Cookbook Group title: I Dream of Dinner (so You Don’t Have To) by Ali Slagle. They also give a sneak peak of the season two LOVEland Cookbook Group titles, and Ashlee shares some culinary newsletters that she has been following.

Newsletters:

Andrew Janjigian’s Wordloaf

Grace Kelly’s The Messy Kitchen

Debora Robertson’s Lickedpoon

Dorie Greenspan’s xoxo Dorie

Aubrey Gordon and Michael Hobbes’s podcast on the junk science of health and wellness fads can be found here.

Books Mentioned:

What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat by Aubrey Gordon

People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry

More books by David Herbert Donald

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Library Work and Introducing ULab Aug 05, 2022

Former Loveland Public Library Children’s librarian- and current library consultant- Haley joins Daniel to discuss what it’s like working at a library, as well as the Loveland Public Library ULab initiative to create meaningful library partnerships and opportunities for the community of Loveland.

Learn more about the Community Conversation reports and ULab results on the Library’s webpage: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/information/who-we-are/community-conversations

Check out Haley’s consulting group here: https://athenaeum.consulting/

Books Mentioned:

For adults:

The Expanse Series by James S. A. Corey

For kids:

The Marvellers by Dhonielle Clayton

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Poetry with Beth Lechleitner Jul 29, 2022

Daniel is joined by local poet Beth Lechleitner to discuss her upcoming reading and poetry workshop, her poetry background, and to hear a few of her poems. Beth’s reading will be on August 5th at 7pm in the Devereaux room, and the workshop is on August 6th in the Devereaux room from 10am to noon (registration recommended for the workshop). This podcast, along with the reading and workshop, are presented in partnership with the Loveland Poet Laureate Program & Columbine Poets - Northern Chapter.

Learn more about Beth’s upcoming reading and workshop at this link. You can also register for her workshop on August 6th by going to this link.

Check out Beth’s blog here: secondlettersalon.blogspot.com

Purchase Beth’s collection of poetry “Catchments” here.

Books Mentioned:

Rember: the science of memory and the art of forgetting by Lisa Genova

Breakthrough: how to overcome doubt, fear, and resistance to be your ultimate creative self by Todd Mitchell

Ada Limón titles

Veronica Patterson titles

Lisa Zimmerman titles

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Meet Your College with Kim Joiner of AIMS Community College Jul 23, 2022

Featuring Kim Joiner, Admissions Counselor & Recruiter, AIMS Community College. In this episode of the Loveland Libcast, Teddy interviews Kim about AIMS Community Colleges participation in the Meet Your College Series, beginning 13 June 2022 at Loveland Public Library and what AIMS has to offer prospective students (traditional & nontraditional) during the event series and on campus.

There is just one advising session left for the month of July on the 25th from 1-2pm.

Resources Mentioned:

AIMS Early Childhood Education

AIMS Campus Tours

AIMS Student Commons

Books mentioned:

Privilege, Power, and Difference by Allen G Johnson

Shows mentioned:

Stranger Things

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

LOVEland Cookbook Group (July 2022) How to Cocktail by America’s Test Kitchen Jul 14, 2022

Ashlee and Daniel are joined by special guest Grace Kelly (with Serious Eats, and formerly of America’s Test Kitchen) to discuss the July LOVEland Cookbook Group title- How to Cocktail by America’s Test Kitchen. They also talk about Ashlee and Grace’s time as interns at America’s Test Kitchen, Grace’s work at Serious Eats, and answer some listener questions about cocktails, cooking, and the food industry. Don’t forget, the first LOVEland Cookbook Group potluck is on Saturday, July 23rd from 12pm - 2pm in the Gertrude Scott Meeting room at the Loveland Library.

Check out Serious Eats here!

Grace’s upcoming guide on where to eat in Providence can be found here.

King Arthur Gluten-Free Baking guide.

Books Mentioned:

Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe

Beautiful World, Where are You by Sally Rooney

Grant by Ron Chernow

Cherry Pie Celebration 2022 Jul 11, 2022

Jenni Dobson and Jennifer Cousino from the Loveland Museum- as well as local historian Sharon Danhauer- join the podcast to talk to Daniel about the upcoming Cherry Pie Celebration and Loveland’s unique history with cherries. The Cherry Pie Celebration is a free event on Saturday, July 16 at 5pm that will take place in Peters Park and the parking lot, next to the Museum.

To learn more about the Cherry Pie Celebration, or the exhibits, programs, and events going on at the Loveland Museum, visit: https://www.thelovelandmuseum.org/

Discover more about the Loveland Historical Society at their website: https://www.lovelandhistorical.org/

Click this link and scroll down the page to find the virtual lesson on the cherry industry in Northern Colorado.

Interested in Historic Larimer County? Visit their website here: https://historiclarimercounty.org/

Books Mentioned:

Little Britches by Ralph Moody

The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

Podcast Mentioned:

https://www.smartless.com/

Teen Summer Learning Program & YA Book Talk: Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo Jul 09, 2022

Teen Librarians Becca and Anna join Daniel to talk about how the Summer Learning Program is going for the Teen division at the Loveland Public Library, all of the awesome Summer Learning Program events Teens can look forward to in July, and they also dive deep into the YA book Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo, which is the sequel to Six of Crows (previously discussed on the podcast).

Check out what’s going on in Teens for the Summer Learning Program here.

Books mentioned:

Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi

They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera

Saga: Volume 1 by Brian K. Vaughan

Summer Learning Program 2022: Children’s Edition Jul 02, 2022

Children’s Librarians Andrea and Keleigh join Daniel to discuss all things kid-related for the 2022 Summer Learning Program, as well as the fun events and programs going on into the future.

Learn all about the wonderful Summer Learning Program events for Children at the Loveland Public Library right here .

Visit the full calendar of Loveland Public Library events at this link: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/events

Adult Book Recommendations:

The Last WIld Horses: A Novel by Maja Lunde

The History of Bees by Maja Lunde

Duma Key by Stephen King

Into the Drowning Deep by Mira Grant

Book Recommendations for Kids:

The Flowers are Calling by Rita Gray

Dinosaur on Kitty Island by Michael Slack

Dog Says, Cat Says by Marilyn Singer

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Black America: Unchained - Juneteenth Jun 19, 2022

In this special episode of the Loveland Libcast, Michael Anthony Tatmon presents another installment of "Black America: Unchained”, this time focusing on Juneteenth.

Meet Your College Jun 13, 2022

A special split episode featuring Vesna Bashovska, Teen Division Librarian at Loveland Public Library and Dion Duran and Phillip Hayes of Front Range Community College. In this episode of the Loveland Libcast Teddy interviews Vesna, Dion, and Phillip about the Meet Your College Series, beginning 14 June 2022 at Loveland Public Library.

On June 14th, AIMS Community College will present information about academics, financial aid, and when they will be in the library to offer individual counseling 14 June from 5-7pm in the Gertrude Scott Conference Room. This will be followed by an information session by Front Range Community College on 21 June where Front Range Community College will give their presentation followed by information on when they will be in the building offering college counseling as well from 5-7 pm in the Gertrude Scott Conference Room.

Resources Mentioned:

CareerRise | Larimer County

Books mentioned:

How to Avoid a Climate Disaster by Bill Gates: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/8a0af902-122b-740a-9bf3-1471b03ef598/Home?searchId=33043777&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Music mentioned:

Driftin’ by Herbie Hancock: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/75d3c3d1-5519-79b8-52fa-d96b173dde0c/Home?searchId=33043871&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Books by Richard Rohr: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Author/Home?author=%22Rohr%2C+Richard%22&basicSearchType=Author&type=Keyword&sort=year+asc%2Ctitle+asc&view=list

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

LOVEland Cookbook Group (June 2022) Jubilee by Toni Tipton-Martin Jun 06, 2022

Ashlee and Daniel discuss the June LOVEland Cookbook Group title- Jubilee: recipes from two centuries of African American cooking by Toni Tipton-Martin. Ashlee also discusses high altitude baking and gives listeners a few tips. Don’t forget, the LOVEland Cookbook Group potluck is on July 23rd. Click here for more info!

King Arthur Baking tips for High Altitude

Ashlee’s Cookbook Article in Westword

Books mentioned:

The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor

50 Things to Bake Before You Die by Allyson Reedy

Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Sweetheart City Pass 2022 May 31, 2022

Ashlee from the City of Loveland Parks & Recreation department, Shane from the Loveland CreatorSpace, and the library's own Children's Department librarian Beth join the podcast to discuss the Sweetheart City Pass program, which is launching in June.

Follow this link if you’re interested in applying for a job with the City of Loveland Parks and Rec department:

Learn more about the Loveland CreatorSpace here

Loveland Farmers Market information can be found at this link

All the Parks and Rec Events can be found at this link

Books Mentioned

Bregdan Chronicles by Ginny Dye

Titles by Karen Kingsbury

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D

Titles by Elin Hilderbrand

Movie Mentioned

The American Underdog

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

YA Book Talk: Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo May 20, 2022

Loveland Public Library Teen department librarians Becca and Anna join Daniel to discuss the YA fantasy book “Six of Crows” by Leigh Bardugo.

To join the Summer Learning Fun, use this link.

Here is the link to sign up to be a Teen volunteer.

This link will take you to Six of Crows in the Loveland Public Library catalog.

See the reading order for the Grishaverse books.

Take a look at Anna’s book recommendation: Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

LOVEland Cookbook Group (May 2022) Half Baked Harvest Every Day by Tieghan Gerard May 12, 2022

Ashlee Redger (R&D Culinary Coordinator for Snooze Restaurants) returns to the podcast to talk about the May LOVEland Cookbook Group title: Half Baked Harvest Every Day: Recipes for Balanced, Flexible, Feel-Good Meals: A Cookbook by Tieghan Gerard.

Have a cooking or baking question for Ashlee to answer on the podcast? Send an e-mail to daniel.tate@cityofloveland.org

See the upcoming LOVEland Cookbook Group potluck on the library calendar of events.

Other Books Mentioned:

The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

May the 4th be with you! Star Wars vs Star Trek May 03, 2022

A very special May the 4th episode of the Loveland Libcast. Preston (library security monitor) and Shane (library systems administrator) help finally decide, once and for all, which is the better franchise: Star Wars, or Star Trek.

Books mentioned:

The Expanse series by James S. A. Corey: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Search/Results?basicType=Series&lookfor=%22Expanse%22

Monster Hunter by Larry Correia

https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b24257163?searchId=&recordIndex=4&page=

Mickey 7 by Edward Ashton:

https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/fa2edf1f-f92b-50ab-9dca-df79868f4bbf/Home?searchId=31811377&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

TV Series:

Halo

Bosch

Obi-Wan Kenobi

Podcasts:

Fatman Beyond with Kevin Smith and Marc Bernardin

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Danielle and Tajahi Cooke (Freedom Street Social) Apr 21, 2022

Danielle and Tajahi Cooke join the podcast to talk about food, cooking, and community. They also discuss their involvement in the new food hall, opening soon in Arvada, Freed Street Social (freedomstreetsocial.com).

Books Mentioned

Fäviken by Magnus Nilsson: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b19914891?searchId=31798810&recordIndex=1&page=1

Eleven Madison Park: the cookbook by Daniel Humm: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b1909310x?searchId=31798842&recordIndex=2&page=1

Jerusalem: A Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/8b0bd33c-404b-590c-d9d4-92abb2c187ae/Home?searchId=31798868&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou:

https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/693d487a-1e7f-6980-f17e-27c10b332b77/Home?searchId=31798925&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Mastering the Art of French Cooking by Julia Child: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/9c0fc2cd-66b9-4710-b2af-3fe7d3a11b1d/Home?searchId=31798943&recordIndex=17&page=1&searchSource=local

Shows Mentioned:

Somebody Feed Phil

Chef’s Table

The Julia Child Challenge

LOVEland Cookbook Group (April 2022) Cook This Book by Molly Baz Apr 15, 2022

Ashlee Redger (R&D Culinary Coordinator for Snooze Restaurants) and Molly Martin (Food and Drink Editor for Westword) join the podcast to discuss the April LOVEland Cookbook Group title: Cook This Book by Molly Baz.

www.westword.com

Reading recommendations:

https://www.5280.com/category/eat-and-drink/

50 Things to Bake Before You Die by Allyson Reedy: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b30330737?searchId=31628346&recordIndex=1&page=1

Ready Player Two by Ernest Cline: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/d0d6af6e-3a1a-5a9c-3fb5-2f8d449e6b9b/Home?searchId=31628444&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

LCEWD CareerRise Apr 07, 2022

Youth Specialists Monica and Deni join the podcast to talk about CareerRise (part of Larimer County Economic & Workforce Development), which offers resources and opportunities for young adults seeking employment and job search assistance.

www.larimer.org/ewd/young-adults

CareerRise number: 970-498-6608

Books Mentioned:

Blood Brothers, by Rand Roberts: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/34ba5e51-c38a-9658-fb93-b8bbbe7a2ec2/Home?searchId=31487580&recordIndex=2&page=1&searchSource=local

Kitchens of the Great Midwest, by Ryan Stradal: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/56dfeddf-35a1-af59-0969-5dae7a345687/Home?searchId=31487688&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

The Starless Sea, by Erin Morgenstern: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/ea626aab-8337-593b-81c8-fb236ac309a9/Home?searchId=31487757&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

National Poetry Month Celebration 2022 Mar 26, 2022

April is National Poetry Month, and on this episode of the Loveland Libcast we are joined by Autumn Bernhardt, Juan J. Morales, and Jacqueline St. Joan to celebrate- thanks to our partners the Loveland Poet Laureate program and the Columbine Poets-Northern Chapter. The Loveland Poet Laureate program and the Columbine Poets- Northern Chapter are also pleased to offer a free reading by these three poets on Friday, April 1st and then a workshop (registration required) with Juan J. Morales on Saturday, April 2nd.

To learn more about the reading and the workshop, visit: https://www.thelovelandmuseum.org/programs-events/

YA Book Talk: The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series #1) Mar 11, 2022

Becca- YA Book connoisseur and Teen Librarian at the Loveland Public Library- returns to discuss the middle-grade YA classic The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series #1). Find this title in our catalog here: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/0abd6e8e-7585-0450-ac66-564d4f94589c/Home?searchId=30679956&recordIndex=11&page=1&searchSource=local

See all the upcoming Teen programs and events here: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/services/teens/events-for-teens

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Korean Cooking with Virgil Dickerson and Ashlee Redger Mar 04, 2022

Virgil Dickerson, founder of Kream Kimchi, joins Ashlee (R&D Culinary Coordinator for Snooze Restaurants and leader of the library’s LOVEland Cookbook Group) and Daniel to discuss his Kimchi business and all things Korean cooking. Check out Kream Kimchi at kreamkimchi.com

The March Cookbook Group book: The Korean vegan cookbook: Reflections and Recipes from Omma's Kitchen by Joanne Lee Molinaro - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/3bc11999-a4f4-642c-fc4d-ce9c8d9280d1/Home?searchId=30574736&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Maangchi's big book of Korean cooking: from everyday meals to celebration cuisine https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b29188714?searchId=30437240&recordIndex=2&page=1

Pok Pok noodles: recipes from Thailand and beyond - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b29140559?searchId=30437253&recordIndex=1&page=1

Pachinko: a novel - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/f63a75e3-828b-6e9b-4fb7-2e89718ab383/Home?searchId=30437628&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Free food for millionaires - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/595f0eae-0f6b-3675-f51d-a5e85415b493/Home?searchId=&recordIndex=2&page=&searchSource=local

Sapiens: a brief history of humankind - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/4a3ab77d-6537-6519-93e7-26554b5c648d/Home?searchId=30437647&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Four thousand weeks: Time Management for Mortals - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/9efcb5dc-f34d-7da4-2828-d6b512865f54/Home?searchId=30437658&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

How I built this: the unexpected paths to success from the world's most inspiring entrepreneurs - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/ea723ac7-543f-c1bc-bc22-f8fc810af55a/Home?searchId=30437688&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

The Nineties: [a book] - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/ccf43e18-183a-f287-1c03-d10c26b62caf/Home?searchId=30437707&recordIndex=4&page=1&searchSource=local

The daily stoic: 366 meditations on wisdom, perseverance, and the art of living - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b25919258?searchId=30437752&recordIndex=3&page=1

The song of Achilles: A Novel - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/f399c312-e2be-5439-512e-81aa75d0724f/Home?searchId=30437786&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

I contain multitudes: the microbes within us and a grander view of life - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/ad4ba67b-2930-68dc-55af-cd0905add371/Home?searchId=30437801&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Black America: Unchained (Episode 4) Mar 02, 2022

The final installment of “Black America: Unchained” in recognition of Black History Month. “Black America: Unchained” is a series of audio performances, created by Michael and Debora Tatmon, that considers prominent themes such as Slavery, Emancipation, Civil Rights, & present-day issues.

Larimer County Economic & Workforce Development Feb 28, 2022

Marcy and Mark from Larimer County Economic & Workforce Development join the Libcast to talk about how they can help people during all phases of the employment search process. Visit https://www.larimer.org/ewd to learn more about their services and upcoming events, or call (970) 498-6600

Books Mentioned:

The passage: a novel by Justin Cronin - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/d0cf002d-71fd-e50b-cf71-12e2d7bafb9c/Home?searchId=30488839&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

When I was Puerto Rican by Esmeralda Santiago - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b13056621?searchId=30488868&recordIndex=1&page=1

Dopesick: dealers, doctors, and the drug company that addicted America by Beth Macy - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/8ebe0939-432d-8172-88a8-ec2b218f8b9d/Home?searchId=30488906&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Children’s Day Celebration 2022 Feb 24, 2022

Daniel is joined by Jenni from the Loveland Museum, Kerry from the City of Loveland Parks and Recreation Department, and Beth from the Loveland Public Library to discuss the City of Loveland Children's Day celebration on March 3rd at the Chilson Recreation Center (https://www.lovgov.org/services/parks-recreation/events/children-s-day).

For more information on upcoming Parks & Recreation events, visit: www.lovgov.org/services/parks-recreation/events

To learn more about upcoming Loveland Museum events and programs, visit: www.thelovelandmuseum.org/

Books Mentioned:

Harry Potter and the sorcerer's stone - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/e3473aed-6759-1fa2-47ed-a864f1e69bc0/Home?searchId=30430196&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

The seven husbands of Evelyn Hugo: a novel - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/96d23e1c-5586-6079-9b51-bd50d05dff89/Home?searchId=30430240&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Lonely planet pocket portland & the willamette valley (eBook) - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Hoopla/MWT12598891?searchId=30430417&recordIndex=1&page=1

DVD mentioned:

All creatures great & small.: Season 1 (PBS) - https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b29767751?searchId=30430539&recordIndex=10&page=1

Black America: Unchained (Episode 3) Feb 23, 2022

The third installment of “Black America: Unchained” in recognition of Black History Month. “Black America: Unchained” is a series of audio performances, created by Michael and Debora Tatmon, that considers prominent themes such as Slavery, Emancipation, Civil Rights, & present day issues. These podcast episodes will appear on the Loveland Libcast throughout the month of February.

For more library events that honor and celebrate Black History Month, see the library calendar of events at: lovlib.org/events

Black America: Unchained (Episode 2) Feb 17, 2022

The second installment of “Black America: Unchained” in recognition of Black History Month. “Black America: Unchained” is a series of audio performances, created by Michael and Debora Tatmon, that considers prominent themes such as Slavery, Emancipation, Civil Rights, & present day issues. These podcast episodes will appear on the Loveland Libcast throughout the month of February.

For more library events that honor and celebrate Black History Month, see the library calendar of events at: lovlib.org/events

Black America: Unchained (Episode 1) Feb 10, 2022

In this special episode of the Loveland Libcast, Michael Anthony Tatmon presents the first installment of “Black America: Unchained” to commemorate Black History Month. “Black America: Unchained” is a series of audio performances created by Michael and Debora Tatmon that considers prominent themes such as Slavery, Emancipation, Civil Rights, & present day issues. These podcast episodes will appear on the Loveland Libcast throughout the month of February.

Introducing the LOVEland Cookbook Group with Ashlee Redger Jan 27, 2022

Ashlee Redger joins the Loveland Libcast to discuss helping us launch the LOVEland Cookbook Group! The first meeting is February 9th, over Zoom, and they will be talking about Baking with Dorie by Dorie Greenspan (https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/events). On February 2nd, the Loveland Library will also have free kits available with some of the ingredients for Dorie’s World Peace Cookies 2.0. Come grab a kit in the Adult Services area on February 2nd while supplies last!

Ashlee’s recommendations for getting into cooking:

For baking recipes: https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes

Easy and accessible recipes: https://www.americastestkitchen.com/

Some of Ashlee’s favorite food bloggers:

https://www.dessertfortwo.com/

https://bromabakery.com/

Books:

Salt, fat, acid, heat by Samin Nosrat: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/89a70486-7c04-fb07-eadf-2243b704b4ea/Home?searchId=&recordIndex=1&page=&searchSource=local

Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/a08acf28-21b2-0986-047f-d0bc2e8c19db/Home?searchId=29891700&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

The Anthropocene reviewed: essays on a human-centered planet by John Green: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/594f66ca-4d98-1f2f-1b71-c1c72410ce47/Home?searchId=&recordIndex=5&page=&searchSource=local

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

YA Book Talk: The Hunger Games Jan 14, 2022

Teen Librarian Becca returns for another exciting episode of YA Book Talk! This time around we discuss The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, which is also the Bookends book club read this month. Bookends is the book club for teens and tweens ages 11 – 17 or entering grades 6 – 12, and this month they are talking about The Hunger Games (virtually) on January 27th.

Learn more about the upcoming Bookends Teen Book Club meeting and get the Zoom information at: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/97461/3453

See all the upcoming Teen programs and events here: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/services/teens/events-for-teens

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Jay Returns! Buzzwords in 2022 Dec 30, 2021

Jay returns to the Loveland Libcast to discuss the upcoming 2022 Buzzwords book group schedule, what items were popular at the library in 2021, and how the library gets new items in the collection.

Upcoming Buzzwords schedule: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/services/adults/book-groups/buzzwords-book-group

Learn about the Readmore book group: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/services/adults/book-groups/readmore

Larimer County Health Department link: https://www.larimer.org/health

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Outreach and Homebound with Teddy Dec 17, 2021

Loveland Library Outreach librarian Teddy joins the Loveland Libcast to discuss outreach initiatives and the homebound service.

To learn more about the homebound service, visit: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/services/adults/outreach-homebound

Contact information for Loveland Public Library Outreach:

970-962-2592

outreach@cityofloveland.org

Day of the Dead videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Z0oCSLlJzg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsRs7fN6plA

Books mentioned in this episode (with a link to the Loveland Library catalog)-

Antes de ser libres by Julia Alvarez: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/8a38e6fd-9f58-4086-a57d-e551f0812f0b/Home?searchId=&recordIndex=22&page=&searchSource=local

English version: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/7fe777f5-ca15-9bb8-e2d7-56f97e26e34b/Home?searchId=28695398&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Duolingo podcast: https://podcast.duolingo.com/episode-67-el-robo-the-robbery

TV series “The Sinner”: https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/Record/.b28337104?searchId=28696800&recordIndex=2&page=1

Holiday Happenings with Beth Nov 29, 2021

Children’s librarian Beth joins the podcast to talk about upcoming holiday events at the Loveland Library and in the community. Don’t miss all the holiday fun going on at the Loveland Library this Saturday, December 4th!

Link to Winter Wonderlights:

https://www.visitlovelandco.org/winterwonderlights/

Want to learn more about the amazing Friends of the Loveland Library or become one yourself? Check out this link:

https://www.friendsofthelovelandlibrary.org/

In December, Children’s Services will be uploading a gift guide video to the Loveland Library’s YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/c/LovelandPublicLibrary

Books mentioned in this episode:

Salt to the sea: a novel by Ruta Sepetys in the Loveland Library Catalog-

https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/b521989c-c26b-dde9-c7a7-fbc4d93b08f3/Home?searchId=28276622&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Number the stars by Lois Lowry-

https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/7c8eb405-4355-d8fe-c404-adf75e1f69f9/Home?searchId=28288038&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

The war that saved my life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley-

https://loveland.flatironslibrary.org/GroupedWork/8b6bbc49-a44d-0e8b-7264-64cf6fc40914/Home?searchId=28288030&recordIndex=1&page=1&searchSource=local

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

YA Book Talk: The Selection Nov 18, 2021

Teen librarian Becca returns to the podcast to discuss the YA book The Selection, by Kiera Cass, which is also the Bookends book club read this month. Bookends is the book club for teens and tweens ages 11 – 17 or entering grades 6 – 12, and this month they are talking about The Selection on November 23rd.

Learn more about Bookends and register here: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/96231/3453

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Jozer Guerrero Nov 04, 2021

Jozer Guerrero joins the podcast to talk about his early days as a poet, and to perform three of his poems. This episode is the final part of the Loveland Libcast’s special series celebrating Latino Heritage Month and Día de los Muertos, in partnership with Heart and Sol- www.heartandsolco.org

Loveland High School LUC Club Oct 21, 2021

A conversation with Loveland High School educator Laura LaBelle and LUC club members, as part of our ongoing series celebrating Latino Heritage Month and Day of the Dead with Heart & Sol (heartandsolco.org).

Special thanks to the PEAK recording studio at Loveland High School, and Grace for recording and producing this episode.

A Conversation with Heart and Sol Oct 07, 2021

To learn more about Heart & Sol visit: www.heartandsolco.org/

Books Mentioned: American Like Me by America Ferrera; My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor

Movies Mentioned: El Norte; Mi Familia; A Walk in the Clouds; Pan’s Labyrinth ; In the Heights

TV Shows: One Day at a Time

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

YA Book Talk: Sorcery of Thorns Sep 23, 2021

Daniel talks to Teen Librarian Becca about the YA book "Sorcery of Thorns" by Margaret Rogerson

Find all the awesome, upcoming Loveland Public Library Teen Events here: https://www.lovelandpubliclibrary.org/events

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Student Success Initiative with Monique Sep 09, 2021

Daniel talks to Monique, Children's Services Assistant Manager, about the Student Success Initiative.

Books Mentioned For Kids: Eyes that Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho; Home is in Between by Mitali Perkins

Book for Adults: Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica

Movie: CODA

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Jay and Buzzwords Aug 26, 2021

Daniel talks to Jay, Adult Services Librarian who runs the Adult Non-Fiction book group: Buzzwords (which meets monthly at Verboten Brewing).

Upcoming Buzzwords books: Devil’s Highway, by Luis Alberto Urrea (August 30th at 6:30pm)

The Spy and the Traitor, by Ben Macintyre (September 27th at 6:30pm)

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill

Chris Atib and the Loveland Kite Festival Aug 12, 2021

Chris Atib from the Loveland Housing Authority (lovelandhousing.org/)

Book Recommendation: “Atomic habits: an easy & proven way to build good habits & break bad ones” by James Clear.

aspire3d.org

mirasolgreenhousehomes.org/

Music: Joy Jumping by Richard Myhill & Bright Beginnings by Matt Norman West

Introducing the Loveland Libcast Aug 02, 2021

The Loveland Public Library is launching a podcast: The Loveland Libcast! The first full episode will be available on August 13th, 2021.

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