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📢 New Blog Post Alert! 📢 Dr. Ruth Edwards, Director of Education, reflects on her journey as a writer and researcher in her latest blog post, "Becoming a Black Woman: A Theory of Internalized Collective Consciousness." From unearthing old essays to studying Black women's socialization, Dr. Edwards shares her personal evolution and groundbreaking research that fills gaps in human development literature. Join Dr. Edwards for a special discussion on October 13 with historian and poet Valada Flewellyn, where they'll dive deeper into this powerful research. https://loom.ly/2PIRSiA

2024 Best of Winter Park Voting is Open! Vote Winter Park Library for best business for kids/teens and best learning institution. Vote now at vote.winterpark.org

✨ We're Hiring! ✨ Ready for an exciting new challenge? We're looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our vibrant team. If you're driven by innovation, eager to make a meaningful impact, and ready to help shape the future of literacy and education in our community, this is the opportunity for you! Apply Now: https://loom.ly/rKAgkUE

Join HuntonBrady next Tuesday evening as we celebrate World Architecture Day at the Winter Park Library & Events Center! Vice President Maurizio Maso, Project Architect José Luis Rivera Colón, AIA, CSI, CDT, NCARB, and Construction Admin. Evan Hussey will be presenting this iconic project and sharing insights into the design and construction process. So grab your architecture-enthusiast friends and come hang out with us! You can secure your spot to this free event here: https://lnkd.in/evCupRnV

This International Podcast Day we’re celebrating Books & Beyond, WPL’s very own podcast! Podcast host Michael Werner interviews Library presenters, staff, and community members to discuss their interests and passions and to learn what to expect from their classes and events at WPL. Listen wherever podcasts are found!

What a pleasure to celebrate Toni Dedik, a longtime volunteer and champion for the arts, as she is recognized in this wonderful feature by Greg Dawson in Winter Park Magazine. Toni's dedication and tireless support have enriched our library and the entire Winter Park and Orlando community. Her passion for the arts and commitment to service is truly inspiring, and we are so lucky to have her as part of our library family. Cheers, Toni! You are an inspiration! You can read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eswm-djt

Melissa Schneider's #StaffStack is a thoughtful blend of classic literature, powerful historical narratives, and time-bending love stories. Which of these captivating books have you explored? Share your thoughts! 📖❤️ Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger John Adams by David McCullough American Creation by Joseph J. Ellis

🎧 New Episode Alert! 📚 Join us on the latest Books & Beyond podcast as Winter Park Library Archivist Rachel Simmons takes us behind the scenes of her journey to becoming an archivist. Discover what it truly means to preserve history, and dive into the rich past, present, and future of the Winter Park Library Archives. Don’t miss this fascinating conversation with host Michael Werner!

🛠 "Fix It! Don't Pitch It!" Recap 🛠 On September 7th, we teamed up with the City of Winter Park’s Natural Resources & Sustainability Department for an incredible event that proved our community is serious about sustainability! 💪🌱 At this year’s "Fix It! Don’t Pitch It!" workshop, our amazing volunteers worked their magic, repairing everything from clothing and small appliances to furniture, electronics, and even jewelry. It wasn’t just about fixing stuff — it was about embracing the spirit of reduce, reuse, and recycle to make a tangible difference in our community. By the end of the day, we diverted a whopping 133 lbs. of waste from landfills! 🌍🙌 How awesome is that? Big thanks to our volunteers for making this event a success and helping Winter Park stay green. If you're feeling inspired and want to get involved in future sustainability projects, don’t miss our Community Volunteer Fair on Oct 3rd from 3-5 PM! It's the perfect opportunity to find more ways to make a difference.

Has a librarian made a difference in your life? Nominate them for the I Love My Librarian Award. Your nomination gives your favorite librarian the chance to receive $5,000 and the honor of a lifetime! Nominate your favorite librarian by SEP 30: https://loom.ly/SGKwWt4