Middle Country Public Library Podcast

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Episode 324 - Touch grass...but be careful! Apr 25, 2024

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If you've been listening to us long enough, you know that Sara is a dog lover and this week she's talking about dog names, along with how to keep your pets safe during the upcoming tick season. Plus: have a kid who is too much into video games and you'd like them to read more? Nicole is here with some book suggestions for kiddos who love to game.

Episode 323 - A Poem on Stress Apr 18, 2024

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Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? And how about this: did you know that April is also National Stress Awareness Month? Perhaps you can eliminate your stress by reading a lovely poem. Nicole has some tips on where to find books on poetry at the library, and Sara has some tips on how to reduce stress. All around, it's a win-win of an episode!

Episode 322 - Skin Care and Alligators?! Apr 11, 2024

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This week's show is very diverse in subject matter. On one hand, we have Nicole here to chat about the importance of understanding skin care for young people, and the dangerous trend of pushing certain products where they are not needed. On the other hand, Sara just got back from Gatorland in Orlando, and she can't wait to tell you all about alligators... There's something for everyone on the podcast and at the library!

Episode 321 - Not Necessarily Musicals Apr 04, 2024

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This week, Sara and Nicole share a list of age-appropriate movies for kids and adults that revolve around music...and not necessarily musicals. Spend some time with us and find out what you might like to watch, and then come down to the library and take one out today.

Episode 320 - This Week in History : Selma March + Polio Vaccine Mar 28, 2024

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We're pleased to welcome back Jim Ward to the podcast for another This Week in History! Join us as he discusses such events as the Selma March, the Triangle Shirtwaist Company Fire, Three Mile Island, and Jonas Salk's vaccine breakthrough. Are you interested in history? You should check out our History Bites series here: https://tinyurl.com/mcpl-historybites.

Episode 319 - The Great Solar Eclipse of 2024 Mar 21, 2024

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Our neighborhood will see a near total solar eclipse next month! Sara and Nicole chat about books and activities you can check out to get you ready for the big day. The eclipse will take place between 2pm-4pm on Monday, April 8th.

Episode 318 - Media Literacy Mar 14, 2024

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Join us for an important and informative discussion on the importance of Media Literacy and how to research and protect yourself in the growing world of AI, Deep Fakes, and Fake Audio.

Then test your Media Literacy skills here : https://www.aclib.us/blog/test-your-media-literacy-skills or here: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/01/19/technology/artificial-intelligence-image-generators-faces-quiz.html

Episode 317 - National Parks + Celebrate Reading Month Mar 07, 2024

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Sara wants to visit as many national parks as possible...and we have some here in New York State. Find out about the history of the National Park System and the different types. Did you know that March is National Reading Month? Nicole is here with some tips on how to celebrate.

Episode 316 - Great Audiobooks in 2024 Feb 29, 2024

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Did you know that we still have space in some of our great kids programs happening in March at the library? Nicole has a sample of ones you might want to get the kiddos to join. Plus Sara has a list of audiobooks that you might want to check out today using one of our fabulous digital services such as Libby or Hoopla!

Episode 315 - Romance is STILL in the air Feb 22, 2024

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Even though Valentine's Day has come and gone, Nicole has some great romantic books to check out for teens and adults. Plus Sara let's us know what's coming up with March's new DVD releases.

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