Heather M.W.
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Question of the Month: What’s the difference between ‘medieval’ and ‘middle ages’?
Could you clarify the difference between the “medieval” and “middle ages”? Are they related or do they represent two different time periods? I am writing a paper and I am not sure what to use. I was under the impression that medieval is earlier than middle ages, the year 1000 maybe, and middle ages is closer… Continue reading
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History Gone Missing
Once upon a time, I was a history major and I think I stay pretty current, historically speaking. One day, not too long ago, I realized that I had basically missed an entire era and civilization. Byzantium – hummm, wasn’t that some sort of precursor to the Ottoman Empire. Decadent and short lived right? Wrong. In… Continue reading
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October Question of the Month: an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading
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It is never just about food
I may end up regretting this. After all, Seattle is a pretty organic, locavore, foodie, green sustainable culture sort of place. And perhaps, I should establish my credentials by saying up front – we’ve been an organic, sustainable, grow it and preserve it, co-op purchasing family for over 30 years. But — I’m getting a bit… Continue reading
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Check it out and then check out your power use
Last week the The Seattle Public Library began checking out “Kill-A-Watt” home energy monitors to Library patrons. Thanks to a partnership with Seattle City Light, you can borrow the device like any other library item. Take it home, plug it into an electrical outlet and find out how much it costs to run your toys. The… Continue reading
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Question of the Month – an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading
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July Question of the Month – an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading
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June Question of the Month – an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darned amazing! They don’t know everything: instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading
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May Question of the Month – an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading
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April Question of the Month – an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to findeverything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase. Got… Continue reading
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March Question of the Month – an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darned amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading
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February Question of the Month: an irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to findeverything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase. Got a… Continue reading
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January Question of the Month: An irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading
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Getting Started with Downloadable Books: Overdrive
Welcome the wonderful world of digital books. Watch this video to learn how to use our Overdrive collection. You’ll be able to download books right to your computer. No waiting in line and better yet, no driving around to get the books you want. As with any new technology, sometimes there can be a few… Continue reading
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December Question of the Month: An irregular series
The reference librarians at Seattle Public Library are pretty darn amazing. They don’t know everything, instead they know where to find everything. As part of an irregular series of posts we salute the talented and dedicated reference staff at your local library. Names and other identifying information have been removed from the questions we showcase.… Continue reading