Theological Libraries Month

Sadly, we have come to the formal end of Theological Libraries Month, which is observed by ATLA member libraries in October of every year. I know it was a thrill, and I'm sorry!

However, the wonderful special exhibit of 19th-century Sunday School materials will remain in place till Dec. 7. Please take the time to see these charming rare books and periodicals, in the glass cases near the Library entrance and in the flat glass display case near the Circ Desk. Be sure to read the carefully-written quotes, labels and explanations of the significance of these materials, prepared by our Rare Books cataloger Ted Winter.

It may be a long time before these fragile items are displayed again, so come see them now!

Paula

Leak in Reading Reserve Room

There was a leak in the Reading Reserve room over the weekend. You will notice large fans and other equipment in that room. The Reading Reserve room is open and ready for you to use, but please be aware of the large equipment and cords.

Technicians will be in and out of the building today working on repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.


Rachel

Catalog maintenance Saturday night

We want you to know that our Morton Library catalog will be offline this weekend for scheduled maintenance, from about 11 pm Saturday night till about 7 am Sunday morning.

Again, many thanks to our systems librarian, Leland Deeds, for taking on this task at a time when it will minimize inconvenience to our users.

Paula

Missing Books

Have you tried to find a book on the shelf but it's not there? If the catalog shows a due date for that book then you won't find it on the shelf, but you can place a hold. We will notify you when the book has been returned. Also, another possibility is the book could be in Cataloging for mending or repair.

If you need help locating a book that should be on the shelf ask us! The Circulation staff is ready to help.


Rachel

Encyclopedia of Religion in America online

The Encyclopedia of Religion in America is a multidisciplinary resource for the study of religion in American life. This new online reference explores the origins, development, influence, and interrelations of the many faiths practiced in North America, including major world religions and emerging sects, cults and movements.

The ERA covers the significant denominations and movements that have originated or flourished in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, from the beginning of European settlement to the present. This work provides information about religious life among indigenous peoples, specific aspects of religious life, and the relationship of religion to the political, social, economic and cultural spheres.

Topics include : church-state issues, environment and ecology, gay and lesbian issues, religion and politics, religious life of African Americans and Latinos, religious thought, roles of women, and worship. To access this resource online, go to our Online Databases page.

Paula

New Covers!

Please stop by the "new books" shelf (next to the Circulation desk) to see something new! We now have plastic covers to protect our books so we will no longer discard the colorful and informative book jackets.

Rachel

CATALOG RESTORED

I'm happy to report that our wonderful systems librarian, Leland Deeds, was able to get our catalog server back to work again. Thank you, Leland!!

Paula