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Music is my religion. – Jimi Hendrix

Inspired by Flavorwire and their “Literary Mixtape” features, we at alt+library want to know what character would YOU choose and what songs would be included in the mix? I think my choice would be Bonanza Jellybean from Even Cowgirls Get the … Continue reading

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A perpetual holiday is a good working definition of hell. – George Bernard Shaw

Many people adore the holidays – the family, the fun, the togetherness. Others of us loathe them – the pressure, the commercialization, the togetherness. So, how do you endure? We’re hosting Punk Yoga: Survive the Holidaze and Broke A$$ Holidays as oases … Continue reading

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Broke A$$ Holidays

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Too good to be bad

The Bad Art Night participants with the worst art absconded with their less-than-masterpieces before we thought to get a photo.  But below are the top contenders for “Good” Bad Art–sometimes we are just too good to be bad, no matter … Continue reading

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A truly great library contains something in it to offend everyone. ~Jo Godwin

As well as something to attract everyone! There is always something to enjoy at the library. Which is why we started our alt+fitness series. For those who haven’t yet heard, alt+fitness encompasses programs like Punk Rock Aerobics, Punk Pilates, Hair-obics, … Continue reading

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“There are all kinds of mix tapes. There is always a reason to make one.” – Rob Sheffield

Our last alt+library book club selection was Love is a Mix Tape and though I missed the discussion, I hear the book was enjoyed. I am currently reading Rob Sheffield’s most recent title, Talking to Girls About Duran Duran. But one … Continue reading

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Metalocalypse is Nigh!

For those who have attended the previous alt+fitness events like Punk Rock Aerobics and Punk Rock Pilates, you may think you are ready for Hair-obics. This Wednesday, May 11th, will be a head-bangingly, blood-pumpingly, glam metal good time. Making serious evaluations … Continue reading

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What does your bookshelf say about you?

This video is marvelous!  I particularly like the credits. There is something very telling about how a person arranges their books.  In perfect alphabetical order?  Genre?  Size?  So, this is a little embarrassing for a librarian to admit—I have my … Continue reading

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I love punk rock, but I also love metal. – Penelope Spheeris

Hey, I love punk rock and metal TOO! Which is why alt+library is so very pleased to be bringing you a series of 4 alt+fitness programs, based on the success of the previous Punk Rock Aerobics and Punk Rock Pilates classes. See … Continue reading

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Are you a quirkyalone?

So, if you don’t have a date for Valentine’s (did you miss Speed Dating?) it may be time to start embracing the title quirkyalone, rather than wrapping your arms around that tub of ice cream in the freezer.  February 14th … Continue reading

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