Overdue Finds

Few things are eerier than the unsolved mysteries of Unsolved Mysteries. Did you know that you can now stream classic episodes of the show through Hoopla? It's true! Bryce, Caroline, and Overdue Finds Family Member Meg DeForest dive in and discuss Robert Stack, re-enactments, and really scary things. Plus: an email from an enthusiastic listener, our favourite Heart songs, and when it comes to aliens - is the truth really out there?

Don't forget to checkout our list of all the titles that we talk about in this episode including past seasons of Unsolved Mysteries. 

We'll be chatting about the popular role playing game Dungeons & Dragons on our next episode which will be available on Friday, September 11th. We'll be talking about the history and how the game went from being a nerdy punchline to one of today’s most popular games. You'll also get tips on how to get started! 

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media by using #EPLOverdueFinds.

The prominence of the Black Lives Matter movement in recent months has brought to light the structural racism endemic to the United States and has prompted Canadians to examine the ways in which racism impacts our country as well.

On August 5, 2020 City of Learners presented "A Conversation About Racism in Canada," moderated by Irfan Chaudhry with guests Andrew Parker, Dr. Farha Shariff, and Rochelle Ignacio. Overdue Finds is pleased to share the audio from this event as a bonus episode.

Be sure to visit our list of the various anti-racism titles and resources that are discussed on this episode. 

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

Have you heard of the Young Reader's Choice Awards? It's a special prize for kids books - and the kids hold all the power! Bryce and Caroline are joined by returning guest and official Friend of the Show Kyle Marshall to talk about what makes this award great and which books are in the running for the next award. Plus: Bryce re-imagines a classic kids book, Kyle confesses his love of atlases, and Caroline is keeping an eye on those murder hornets.

Check out our list of recommendations from this episode including some of the books nominated for the Young Reader's Choice Awards. 

Remember the fun of signing up for EPL's summer reading club when you were a kid? Well, there's now a summer reading club for adults! From June 15 - August 29 both adults and teens can sign up for Summer Reads ’20. Registration is now open! Summer Reads '20 is presented by Friends of EPL.

Read with your kids! Parents, don't forget to sign up your kids for Summer Starts at EPL and read along with them this Summer!

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

If you happened to miss the online "Capital City in Conversation" event on July 21st, don't worry because we're sharing that conversation with you here on a special bonus episode of Overdue Finds. Join Capital City Press writer Marty Chan, Capital City Records musician Martin Kerr, and Edmonton blogger and social media strategist Linda Hoang in conversation as they talk about connecting with community during the COVID-19 crisis.

Hosted by Sprucewood Branch Manager, Kate Gibson, we'll be discussing Letters from the Pandemic, pop-up neighbourhood concerts, the International Cat Festival, #AdoptAShopYEG, and all the ways we have changed to help us stay connected while physically apart.

Isolation Groove (C) 2020 by Martin Kerr, AV (Ann Vriend), Brandon Unis and Brad Simons

Remember the fun of signing up for EPL's summer reading club when you were a kid? Well, there's now a summer reading club for adults! From June 15 - August 29 both adults and teens can sign up for Summer Reads ’20. Registration is now open! Summer Reads '20 is presented by Friends of EPL.

Read with your kids! Parents, don't forget to sign up your kids for Summer Starts at EPL and read along with them this Summer!

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

It's been a long wait, but EPL branches will be opening back up on August 4th. On this special episode of Overdue Finds, EPL’s CEO Pilar Martinez chats with our hosts about the behind-the-scenes details and challenges of reopening EPL branches during the COVID-19 pandemic.  You'll learn about the type of safety measures that are in place for customers and staff.  Also, you'll hear more details about why EPL made the decision to remove late fees. Plus we answer a very 2020 question, disposable masks or cloth masks?

Learn more about EPL's reopening plan and the safety measures that are in place at all of our branches. 

You can can also get more details on EPL going fine free and learn more details on renewing items and return dates. 

Remember the fun of signing up for EPL's summer reading club when you were a kid? Well, there's now a summer reading club for adults! From June 15 - August 29 both adults and teens can sign up for Summer Reads ’20. Registration is now open! Summer Reads '20 is presented by Friends of EPL.

Read with your kids! Parents, don't forget to sign up your kids for Summer Starts at EPL and read along with them this Summer!

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

Great Scott!! On July 3, 1985 a sci-fi comedy about a teenager who travels back in time to 1955 was released and became one of the most beloved films in history. On this episode, Bryce and guest-co-host Meg DeForest are joined by librarian Kate Gibson to chat all about Back to the Future. The group also share their thoughts on the sequels, crazy fan theories about the films and where Back to the Future ranks in terms of great time travel tales.

We also have a list of all the different Back to the Future titles that you can borrow from us including books, soundtracks and games. Plus we also threw in a few of our other favourite time travel tales. 

Visit the EPL From Home page on our website to learn more about how you can access the library from home. Whether you want to learn a new language, read an eBook or eAudiobook, stream an award-winning movie or enjoy a storytime with your little one, there's a world of possibilities instantly available at your fingertips.

Remember the fun of signing up for EPL's summer reading club when you were a kid? Well, there's now a summer reading club for adults! From June 15 - August 29 both adults and teens can sign up for Summer Reads ’20. Registration is now open! Summer Reads '20 is presented by Friends of EPL.

Read with your kids! Parents, don't forget to sign up your kids for Summer Starts at EPL and read along with them this Summer!

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

In this episode host Bryce Crittenden & guest co-host Meg DeForest welcome collection's librarians and official friends of the podcast Allison DaSilva & Beth Kilfoy to discuss some of the strangest book, movie & music finds in our catalogue. Stay tuned to the end for some hot takes on strange food combinations we all enjoy!

Don't forget that we also have a list of all the "strange finds" that we talk about on this episode. 

Visit the EPL From Home page on our website to learn more about how you can access the library from home. Whether you want to learn a new language, read an eBook or eAudiobook, stream an award-winning movie or enjoy a storytime with your little one, there's a world of possibilities instantly available at your fingertips.

Remember the fun of signing up for EPL's summer reading club when you were a kid? Well, there's now a summer reading club for adults! From June 15 - August 29 both adults and teens can sign up for Summer Reads ’20. Registration is now open! Summer Reads '20 is presented by Friends of EPL.

Read with your kids!Parents, don't forget to sign up your kids for Summer Starts at EPL and read along with them this Summer!

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

June is Pride Month and on this new episode of Overdue Finds our hosts are joined by Librarian Kyle Marshall and Emily Riddle to chat about some of their favourite titles that support and celebrate the LGBTQ2S+ community. They recommend some great books, movies, music and share tips on how you can celebrate Pride from home this year.

Don't forget to visit our list of the great recommended LGBTQ2S+ picks from our guests. 

Visit the EPL From Home page on our website to learn more about how you can access the library from home. Whether you want to learn a new language, read an eBook or eAudiobook, stream an award-winning movie or enjoy a storytime with your little one, there's a world of possibilities instantly available at your fingertips.

Remember the fun of signing up for EPL's summer reading club when you were a kid? Well, there's now a summer reading club for adults! From June 15 - August 29 both adults and teens can sign up for Summer Reads ’20. Registration is now open! Summer Reads '20 is presented by Friends of EPL.

Read with your kids!Parents, don't forget to sign up your kids for Summer Starts at EPL and read along with them this Summer!

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

Join Bryce Crittenden, Meg DeForest & Karen Doerksen as they talk about their love of summer reading past and the changes to EPL's summer reading club's for both kids and adults. Also, find out why reading scary stories is an activity best saved for summer and Bryce shares his love for the "Choose Your Own Adventure" series.

Be sure to sign yourself or your kids up for EPL's Summer Reading Clubs for kids and adults/teens. 

Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode. 

Visit the EPL From Home page on our website to learn more about how you can access the library from home. Whether you want to learn a new language, read an eBook or eAudiobook, stream an award-winning movie or enjoy a storytime with your little one, there's a world of possibilities instantly available at your fingertips.

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.

On this new episode of our podcast, Bryce and librarian Kate Gibson chat with best-selling author and EPL’s Writer-In-Residence Susie Moloney about her role at EPL. Learn how she’s still been able to help local writers during these days of social distancing and hear the story about how her novel “A Dry Spell” was optioned by Tom Cruise’s production company in the late ‘90’s. Plus, learn about some of the differences between writing novels and screenplays and everyone talks about their favourite horror movies and so much more!

Check out our list of all the titles that we talk about in this episode including some of Susie Moloney's favourite books. You can also follow Susie on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. 

Visit the EPL From Home page on our website to learn more about how you can access the library from home. Whether you want to learn a new language, read an eBook or eAudiobook, stream an award-winning movie or enjoy a storytime with your little one, there's a world of possibilities instantly available at your fingertips.

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media using #EPLOverdueFinds.