On Reserve

On Reserve

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On Reserve episodes

  • Episode 16 - With Help from Your Library

    Caitlin shares about popular titles at the library, including one written by a local author about a recent weather event. Be sure to check out the highlighted resource this week - it's a great spot to start when you're not sure what to read next. 

    12 min
  • Episode 15 - What's New at the Library?

    This episode features some of the most popular books at IPL this Spring, including the most recent in a very popular cozy mystery series. Caitlin also shares information about an online resource that can assist veterans, job-seekers, and even students!

    12 min
  • Welcome to Your Library

    To celebrate National Library Week, staff member Vonnie Hoskins joins Caitlin and discusses some of her favorite authors and series. Listen in to her recommendations and be sure to join us on Facebook Live for an online story time each Thursday!

    9 min
  • Episode 13 - Local Histories of the Great Depression, Part 2

    This special episode features additional interviews with individuals living in local care centers. Caitlin speaks with Mavis Armstrong, Nilla Yarrington, and Jerry Sodergren about their experiences during the 1930s. Be sure to listen until the end to hear about the Library edition of Ancestry.com and how to access this resource!

    24 min
  • Episode 12 - Local Histories of the Great Depression, Part 1

    This special episode features interviews with individuals living in local care centers. Caitlin speaks with Dale Buckman and Ruby Kimber about their experiences during and after the Great Depression. Listen in to also hear more information about One Book One Independence and how to register to win prizes! 

    26 min
  • Episode 11 - Following Characters Across Time

    This episode features novels which span the lengths of time, following their characters throughout life's changes and struggles. The library resource featured this week is our online library card application, allowing you to apply for or renew your library card online from the comfort of your own home. Our online collection available through Bridges is waiting for you!

    13 min
  • Episode 10 - Celebrating Black History Month

    Join Caitlin for a special episode featuring popular reads by black authors in celebration of Black History Month. This week's featured books include a mix of eBooks and physical books available at the library, making the selections perfect for any reader! Learn more about the online catalog, as well, with detailed information about advanced searches and other features. 

    12 min
  • Episode 9 - Exploring the Libraries in Your Neighborhood

    This episode includes a little bit of everything, including the latest by a famous author writing under her pseudonym! Caitlin shares a small backlist, too, for a popular romance author.  And don't forget to visit a Little Free Library around town to see what you might find this week! 

    12 min
  • Episode 8 - Looking back at One Book One Independence

    Join Caitlin as she looks back at previous One Book One Independence selections and their read-alikes. The 2021 One Book One Independence choice will be announced on Wednesday, January 27. This week's featured service is Interlibrary Loan, allowing patrons to access materials that we do not have in our catalog; check out this easy way to read something new! 

    13 min

About On Reserve

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On Reserve is a bi-monthly podcast from the Independence Public Library in Iowa that explores the most popular titles among our staff and some read-alikes you can add to your To Be Read list. Listen…