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Laura

Outreach Services Program Specialist

In my 14 years at Fountaindale, I have promoted early literacy through monthly preschool visits by bringing the magic of books and music to our youngest patrons. Whether my storytimes are innovative puppet shows from our Bookmobile, active story strolls in our local parks or collaborative events with our community partners, I always have a few entertaining tricks in my preschool bag. I’m looking to turn that enthusiasm for learning into some helpful posts, not just for preschoolers but also for the young-at-heart. Look for me out in the community!


Books and Quilts and Quilting Books

Posted by Laura on October 26, 2020
Books & More Resources & Services Audiobooks, Books, Creativebug, PressReader, Quilting, Reading, Sewing

Do you have a hobby? I would not call my obsession with reading a hobby; it’s more of a lifestyle, but I have loved books since I was a wee toddler. It might have been sparked by the opportunities that…

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National Senior Citizen’s Day

Posted by Laura on August 21, 2020
Movies, Music & Entertainment Resources & Services Games, Movies, Puppet Show, Resources, Senior Citizen's Day, Trivia

Today is National Senior Citizen’s Day, a day to respect, honor, recognize and appreciate our elders, the keepers of wisdom. Fun fact: By 2035, some 78 million people 65 years and older will live in America, according to the U.S….

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A Puppetry Look at One of Shakespeare’s Comedies: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Posted by Laura on June 24, 2020
Children & Tweens Movies, Music & Entertainment entertainment, Movie Review, Puppet Show, Shakespeare, Theater

When I was in college, I spent a semester studying in London which was a dream come true for this avowed anglophile. When we visited Stratford-on-Avon and I saw my first professional performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Royal Shakespeare…

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Laura’s Book Review & Puppet Show: “A is for Audra: Broadway’s Leading Ladies from A to Z” by John Robert Allman

Posted by Laura on May 17, 2020
Books & More Children & Tweens Movies, Music & Entertainment Broadway, Musical Theatre, Picture Book, Puppet Show, Staff Picks

Sometimes, you just obsess over a topic. While sheltering in place over these long weeks, my obsession with Broadway musicals went full tilt. While looking up something online (or maybe watching a webinar or watching one of the library’s programs…

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