Notes from the Library

Using the Google Toolbar for Genealogy

2008-10-07T18:51:00.000-05:00

The Joy of Genealogy

2008-10-07T18:47:00.000-05:00

Genealogy: Down Under Florida

2008-08-16T19:32:00.000-05:00

Weekend Classic TV: Dragnet

2008-08-02T10:35:00.000-05:00

Weekend Classic TV: Nanny and the Professor

2008-08-02T10:32:00.000-05:00

This Day In History: 1934

2008-08-02T10:21:00.001-05:00

1934: Hitler seizes control of Germany

Adolf Hitler, the chancellor of Germany, became the country's leader today after German President Paul Von Hindenburg died. Prior to Hindenburg's death, the cabinet agreed that the offices of president and chancellor would be combined.

"Hitler, as chancellor, abolished the office of president, utilizing the machinery of his dictatorial Nazi administration to cloak the action with a semblance of legality. The obedient cabinet approved a decree automatically designating Der Feuhrer as Von Hindenburg's successor and sole commander of the Reich. Hitler, moving with characteristic vigor, announced his move a few hours after word was flashed from Neudeck that the old warrior under whom he served as corporal in the world war had died," reported the Nevada State Journal on August 3, 1934.

NOTE: During his first day as the supreme leader of Germany, Hitler made several declarations. While one was to pay tribute to Hindenburg, he also pledged that the German army would remain obedient and loyal until death.

Magician, Scott Humston...A 'Hit' At The Library

2008-06-30T11:11:00.002-05:00

Evelyn, Master Gardener, and Grandson, Keagan, Work On Library Flowerbeds

2008-06-30T10:56:00.002-05:00

New Improved TEL (Tennessee Electronic Library)

2008-06-19T08:44:00.002-05:00

EBSCO’s Points of View Reference Center contains thousands of full-text sources that provide information to multiple sides of a current issue.
*Image used with permission of the University of Memphis Special Collections.

Gale’s databases link to hundreds of millions of articles in Gale Virtual Reference Library, Academic OneFile, Kids InfoBits, Literature Resource Center, Health and Wellness Resource Center, and many more.To login, click on county of residence, then click on "access your databases" link of your home library.

NewsBank’s Tennessee Newspaper Collection provides full-text coverage of The Chattanooga Times-Free Press, The Commercial Appeal, Knoxville News-Sentinel, and The Tennessean.

LearningExpress Library offers practice tests and tutorial course series designed to help you succeed on academic or licensing tests.
Contact your library for the password.
For more information, contact: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library 658-3436

Flag Day: A History Lesson

2008-06-16T21:55:00.003-05:00

Observance of Flag Day

The week of June 14 is designated as "National Flag Week." During National Flag Week, the president will issue a proclamation urging U.S. citizens to fly the American flag for the duration of that week. The flag should also be displayed on all Government buildings. Some organizations hold parades and events in celebration of America's national flag and everything it represents.

The National Flag Day Foundation holds an annual observance for Flag Day on the second Sunday in June. The program includes a ceremonial raising of the flag, recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, singing of the National Anthem (The Star-spangled Banner), a parade and more.

The Betsy Ross House, has long been the site of Philadelphia's observance of Flag Day.

Flag Day was first observed in 1877 on the 100th anniversary of the Continental Congress' adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States. In that year, Congress asked that all public buildings fly the flag on June 14. The idea quickly caught on and many people wanted to participate in waving the flag. One early supporter was B. J. Cigrand, a Wisconsin schoolteacher who wanted June 14 to be known as "Flag Birthday."

In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Flag Day as a national celebration. However, the holiday was not officially recognized until 1949 when President Harry Truman signed the National Flag Day Bill.

The Star Spangled Banner, with lyrics written by Francis Scott Key, is the most famous song about the American Flag. It has been sung by the famous and the amateurs at events held across the nation. "The Star-Spangled Banner" was recognized for official use by the Navy in 1889 and the President in 1916, and was made the national anthem by a congressional resolution on March 3, 1931 (46 Stat. 1508, codified at 36 U.S.C. § 301), which was signed by President Herbert Hoover.

Before 1931, other songs served as the hymns of American officialdom. Most prominent among them was "Hail, Columbia," which served as the de facto national anthem from Washington's time and through the 18th and 19th centuries. Following the War of 1812 and subsequent American wars, other songs would emerge to compete for popularity at public events, among them "The Star-Spangled Banner."

In modern culture, it has become a song of national pride, and the Super Bowl performance of the song has become one of the most publicized. While there have been famous and infamous performances of the song, two particular performances seemed to catch American's ear.

In 1999, Cher surprised everyone with her heartfelt and controlled performance:

But it was 1991's Superbowl performance (during the time of the Gulf War) that set the standard. Houston's voice sails through the song with ease and grace. It became so popular that it was released as a aingle and climbed into the Top Ten of the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Charts:

Monday Genealogy: Irish Roots

2008-06-16T14:15:00.000-05:00

Monday Genealogy: Roots Televsion Blog

2008-06-16T14:10:00.001-05:00

The response to the Unclaimed Persons project has been extraordinary. In the first two days of being an active group on Facebook, group members have solved two cases that had been sitting unsolved for years. If you'd like to participate, you can check out the Unclaimed Person's group for more information. We post our new cases on the Discussion Board in Facebook, where volunteers are free to collaborate with one another as they research these mysteries.

To make sure the process flows as smoothly as possible, our group members have helped us brainstorm a few guidelines for working with the project:

1. We'll create a separate discussion board topic for each case, titled with the case number and the name of the deceased. Please post all research findings here and not as comments on the case-related photos or The Wall. Hopefully, this will help us avoid duplicating efforts.

2. If you'd like to email Megan or other Unclaimed Persons administrators about a case, please use the email address at unclaimedpersons@rootstelevision.com This will help us make sure your questions and/or tips don't get buried in our inboxes.

3. Please do not post contact details and other private information about living persons, such as likely next of kin, in the public forum. Once you have those details, email them to unclaimedpersons@rootstelevision.com

4. Please do NOT contact coroner's offices directly, unless it's specified in a case that they have requested this. We're not trying to be control freaks here, but several coroner's offices have requested that we act as a point of contact and forward them the compiled information. We want to make sure that we don't overwhelm them with our enthusiasm!

5. NEVER contact possible relatives. Instead, provide the information to the relevant coroner's office via this Facebook site and/or unclaimedpersons@rootstelevision.com

All researchers are welcome. Even if you're new to genealogy, this might be a perfect place for you to see top researchers at work and learn a few tips and tricks.

Og from RootsTelevision.com

Safari Greg, A Huge Hit

2008-06-10T11:38:00.002-05:00

Monday Genealogy

2008-06-09T08:55:00.001-05:00

Summer Reading Book Club - Ages 10+

2008-06-05T16:17:00.002-05:00

For the very first time ever, the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library will host a Summer Reading Book Club for children and youth age 10 to 15. The new club will meet Tuesday, June 10th at 10:00am. Amenda has lots of fun, food and prizes in store for club members. So come on and join the fun!

Safari Greg Kicks Off Summer Reading Program

2008-06-05T16:12:00.002-05:00

Kids and Kids-at-heart, don't miss Safari Greg appearing at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Saturday, June 7th at 10:00am.
In keeping with this year's theme, 'Starship Adventures', Safari Greg promises a 'Galactic Good Time' with his entourage of animals and his sidekick, 'Buzzard Lightyear'.

Wanza Receives Public Library Manager Certification

2008-06-05T16:07:00.003-05:00

Pictured Left to Right: Jeanne Suggs, TN State Librarian & Archivist, Wanza,
Sec of State Riley Darnell

CALLING ALL CHEERLEADERS! WIN $5000

2008-06-02T20:24:00.001-05:00

Wednesday Science: Inside Tornadoes

2008-05-21T13:05:00.002-05:00

Newly Planted Flower Beds

2008-05-07T16:09:00.001-05:00

Master Gardeners "Beautify" the Library Grounds

2008-05-07T15:45:00.002-05:00

A great big 'thanks' goes to the Master Gardeners. Carol, Mike, Lee & Ken worked May 7th and really did a wonderful job with the library flower beds.

"Lovely Ladies of May"

2008-05-02T14:59:00.000-05:00

“Lovely Ladies of May”
Fundraiser
All proceeds benefit the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library

The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library’s Friends of the Library organization is sponsoring “The Lovely Ladies of May” fundraising event at the library. During the month of May, for a $5.00 donation, you may bring an unframed picture of that lovely lady in your life from the present or past (wife, mother, aunt, sister, friend, teacher, etc), and the photo will be included in a special display at the library.
Please bring a copy of a 5x7 or smaller photo (please make a copy of your original photo). You may honor as many ladies as you wish at $5.00 per picture.
So come on Hardeman County, let’s showcase the love and respect you have for those lovely ladies who have made a difference to you! Photos may be brought in to the library beginning May 1st and may be picked up after May 31st.

Teen Library Volunteer Recognition

2008-05-02T07:28:00.002-05:00

The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library honored the Teen Library Volunteers (TLV's) with a recognition program on April 26th. Library Board Chair, Anne was the Keynote speaker. Nikki was recognized as the TLV with the most volunteer hours.

New Fiction

2008-04-30T11:39:00.002-05:00

New Adult Fiction Books!

Guilty by Karen Robards

And Less Than Kind by Mercedes Lackey

Swimming Lessons by Mary Alice Monroe

Delusion by Peter Abrahams

The Whole Truth by David Baldacci

The Genius by Jesse Kellerman

The Death Dealer by Heather Graham

Wednesday History: This Day In History

2008-04-30T07:24:00.002-05:00

Tuesday Science

2008-04-29T16:29:00.000-05:00

Tuesday Science

2008-04-29T16:26:00.000-05:00

Monday Genealogy: Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Foundation

2008-04-28T14:12:00.003-05:00

This is a wonderful AND free site to trace ancestors as the arrived in New York Harbor.

Click Here

Sunday Classic Cartoon

2008-04-26T23:02:00.002-05:00

Sunday Movie: Planet of the Apes

2008-04-26T22:46:00.000-05:00

New Audio Books

2008-04-25T16:21:00.003-05:00

Hokus Pokus by Fern Michaels

Guilty by Karen Robards

The Third Angel by Alice Hoffman

A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg

Finding Oprah's Roots by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Sweet Potato Queens' Wedding Planner/Sweet Potato Queens' Divorce Guide by Jill Conner Browne

A Cold Day For Murder by Dana Stabenow

Adult Non-Fiction

2008-04-25T14:46:00.002-05:00

New Books!

1001 Historic Sites You Must See Before You Die

Idiot-Proof Diet by India Knight

Dreams From My Father by Barack Obama

Barack Obama In His Own Words

The Alzheimer's Action Plan

Science, Nature, & Geography

2008-04-22T07:25:00.001-05:00

Genealogy Monday: Newspapers as Records

2008-04-21T09:22:00.007-05:00

NOTES FROM THE LIBRARY: General Schedule

The following is the current schedule for topics on the online magazine for Hardeman Library.......generally we try to post new material every week or two for each topic listed below on the given day of the week. Educational Videos are rotated weekly. Public Domain Books (DailyLit) and Current News Feeds are updated daily automatically.

Monday Genealogy
Tuesday Science, Nature, and Geography
Wednesday History
Thursday Books
Friday Remember When?
Weekend Classic Movies, Cartoons, and Television

+ Regular Library updates throughout the week

Genealogy Monday: Newspapers as Records

2008-04-21T09:22:00.001-05:00

SUNDAY CLASSIC TV

2008-04-20T10:02:00.002-05:00

Master Gardeners

2008-04-16T14:45:00.002-05:00

Hardeman County Master Gardeners, Anna Laura and Lee are doing a wonderful job getting the library flower beds ready for this season. Hat's off to you!!!

Friends of the Library Officers

2008-04-16T14:39:00.005-05:00

Walter, Chairman -Juanita, Treasurer -Annette, Secretary

Our Friends of the Library slate of officers for 2007/2008.

Author, Dwight Fryer Visits the Library

2008-04-16T14:28:00.002-05:00

Author, Dwight Fryer, native of Grand Junction, Tn was on hand at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Saturday, April 12th. His new book "Knees of Gullah Island" has just been published and Mr. Fryer made good his promise to come back and make another of his wondeful presentations about his books. Fryer's new book as well as his first book, "Quito Road" are available to check out at the library.

New Youth Fiction

2008-04-16T10:55:00.002-05:00

The Redheaded Princess by Ann Rinaldi

Princess Mia by Meg Cabot

Shooting The Moon by Frances O'Roark Dowell

Game by Walter Dean Myers

New Arrivals

2008-04-16T08:39:00.003-05:00

The Miracle At Speedy Motors by Alexander McCall Smith

River Of Heaven by Lee Martin

Suddenly by Barbara Delinsky

Searching For Paradise in Parker, PA by Kris Radish

Hollywood Crows by Joseph Wambaugh

The Third Angel by Alice Hoffman

Hold Tight by Harlan Coben

Cross by Ken Bruen

Where Are You Now? by Mary Higgins Clark

Zapped by Carol Higgins Clark

The Winding Ways Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini

Mudbound by Hillary Jordan

The Gift by Richard Paul Evans

Girls In Trucks by Katie Crouch

Tax Relief: Political Cartoons

2008-04-15T14:06:00.008-05:00

Genealogy Monday: The Paper Trail

2008-04-14T05:41:00.001-05:00

Genealogy Monday: Genealogy 101 Studies

2008-04-14T05:39:00.001-05:00

Book Spotlight: The 4 Hour Work Week

2008-04-08T21:21:00.001-05:00

National Geographic Channel

2008-04-08T21:07:00.002-05:00

Great Read!

2008-03-31T11:18:00.002-05:00

"A Stranger's Game" by Joan Johnston

From New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston comes a dazzling new Bitter Creek novel that features all of the passion and intrigue in Texas society that her readers know and love, mixed with an explosive, spine-tingling tale of murder, wrongful imprisonment, and a woman who counts no cost too high to see a killer brought to justice.

WEEKEND CARTOON & A MOVIE: PINK PANTHER

2008-03-22T14:10:00.001-05:00

AND NOW OUR Weekend Movie: Ice Age

2008-03-22T13:59:00.003-05:00

THANKS TO HULU TELEVSION (NBC AND FOX), MANY GREAT TV AND MOVIE CLASSICS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR WEBSITES LIKE THIS ONE. ENJOY THIS WEEK'S MOVIE

Remember When: The 1st Today Show

2008-03-22T13:42:00.000-05:00

New Movie Titles

2008-03-19T15:14:00.001-05:00

"BEE MOVIE" now available for checkout at the library.

"Stranger In Paradise" by Robert B. Parker

2008-03-19T15:02:00.002-05:00

Wanza recommends this new action-packed mystery available now to check out at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library. Jesse Stone teams up with unlikely ally ex-con, Wilson 'Crow' Cromartie to protect a 14-year old girl from her own father, a Florida mob boss. Action-packed page turner.

Heritage Research

2008-03-19T14:49:00.002-05:00

Thad looking up information for someone in our library databases.

Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society Meeting

2008-03-19T14:45:00.002-05:00

The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society met Saturday, March 15th in the history room.

Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Homeschool Class

2008-03-13T16:49:00.001-05:00

New Arrivals: Fiction

2008-03-10T09:42:00.003-05:00

The Battle For Vast Dominion by George Bryan Polivka

The Legend Of The FireFish by George Bryan Polivka

A Promise For Ellie by Lauraine Snelling

A Touch of Grace by Lauraine Snelling

Tom Clancy's Endwar by David Michaels

Someday by Karen Kingsbury

Revenant by Carolyn Haines

Sunstorm by Arthur C. Clarke

Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult

Sophie's Dilemma by Lauraine Snelling

On Her Own by Wanda E. Brunstetter

Crimson Eve by Brandilyn Collins

Stranger In Paradise by Robert B. Parker

The Killing Ground by Jack Higgins

No Second Chance by Harlan Coben

The Winter Rose by Jennifer Donnelly

Honor Thyself by Danielle Steel

Bleeking Kansas by Sara Parentsky

Ice Trap by Kitty Sewell

Nearlyweds by Beth Kendrick

L.A. Outlaws by Jefferson Parker

People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks

Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah

The Purfect Murder by Rita Mae Brown

The Last Cowgirl by Jana Richman

The Secuction of the Crimson Rose by Lauren Willig

Tangled Up In You by Rachel Gibson

Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella

Betrayal by John Lescroart

The Hunting Wind by Steve Hamilton

The Girl Next Door by Patricia MacDonald

Changing Woman by Aimee & David Thurlo

Tracking Time by Leslie Glass

Grand Avenue by Joy Fielding

The Plot Thickens by Lawrence Block and various authors

Midnight Side by Natasha Mostert

Probable Cause by Ridley Pearson

Donovan's Wife by Tom Wicker

Missing Persons by Stephen White

Home To Holly Springs by Jan Karon

Chill of Fear by Kay Hooper

Infidel by Ted Dekker

Chosen by Ted Dekker

A Sister's Test by Wanda E Brunstetter

One More Sunrise by Michael Landon, Jr. and Tracie Peterson

A Daughter's Inheritance by Tracie Peterson and Judith Miller

Feeling Redd by Frank Beddor

Ready To Wed by Melody Carlson

Talk Of The Town by Anne Marie Rodgers

Echoes From the Past by Ellen Harris

The Catbird Caper by Kristin Eckhardt

A Light In the Dark by Charlotte Carter

Out Of The Ashes by Charlotte Carter

Seeds of Doubt by Kristin Eckhardt

The Call Of The Loon by Ellen Harris

On Her Own by Wanda E. Brunstetter

A Promise for Ellie by Lauraine Snelling

Crimson Eve by Brandilyn Collins

Sophie's Dilemma by Luraine Snelling

Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult

A Touch of Grace by Lauraine Snelling

The Legend of the FireFish by George Bryan Polivka

The Hand That Bears The Sword by George Bryan Polivka

The Battle For Vast Dominion by George Bryan Polivka

Someday by Karen Kingsbury

Strangers In Death by J.D. Robb

Lady Killer by Sisa Scottoline

Blasphemy by Douglas Preston

Cross Bones by Kathy Reichs

Deadly Vintage by William Relling Jr.

An Isolated Incident by Susan R. Sloan

Dead Midnight by Marcha Muller

The Pide Piper by Ridley Pearson

The Dead House by Linda Fairstein

The Innocent By Harlan Coben

Where Shadows Go by Eugenia Price

Blue Dahlia by Nora Roberts

Eleven On Top by Janet Evanovich

The Wailing Wind by Tony Hillerman

The Forgotten by Faye Kellerman

Face The Fire by Nora Roberts

You've Been Warned by James Patterson

Hard Tail To Follow by Elmer Kelton

The Devil's Code by John Sandford

The Bone Vault by Linda Fairstein

Persuasion by Jane Austen

Coming Out by Danielle Steel

Void Moon by Michael Connelly

Immediate Family by Eileen Goudge

The Darkest Evening of the Year by Dean Koontz

Skylight Confessions by Alice Hoffman

Hardeman County Images

2008-03-06T11:07:00.002-06:00

©Greg Howell

Genealogy: Medical Records

2008-03-05T07:14:00.000-06:00

Celebrating Dr. Seus's Birthday

2008-03-03T10:37:00.002-06:00

Sunday Movie: Babes In Toyland

2008-03-02T10:59:00.004-06:00

CLICK HERE to view movie, Babes In Toyland, starring Laurel and Hardy.

Weekly Buzz: David Archuleta

2008-03-02T09:57:00.007-06:00

17 year old David Archuleta took a monumental risk singing John Lennon's anthem, Imagine, and knocked it out of the ballpark! A superstar was born.

AND, while on the subject of amazing kids, check this one out from the British version of American Idol, 6 year old Connie.

New Arrivals: Audio Books

2008-02-21T07:55:00.004-06:00

The Darkest Evening of the Year by Dean Koontz

The Heir by Barbara Taylor Bradford

Blood and Thunder by Hampton Sides

Bel Canto by Ann Patchett

The Manny by Holly Peterson

Double Cross by James Patterson

Run by Ann Patchett

T Is For Trespass by Sue Grafton

A Sister's Secret by Wanda E. Brunstetter

Last Night At the Lobster by Stewart O'Nan

New Arrivals: Fiction

2008-02-14T06:22:00.003-06:00

Obsession by Jonathan Kellerman

Light Of The Moon by Luanne Rice

Duma Key by Stephen King

Bright Captivity by Eugenia Price

Blood Red by Heather Graham

Holiday In Death by J.D.Robb

Smoke, Mirrors, and Murder and Other True Cases by Ann Rule

Woman In Red by Eileen Goudge

Nell's Cowboy and Lone Star Baby by Debbie Macomber

Redemption Fallls by Joseph O'Connor

Plum Lucky by Janet Evanovich

Waking With Enemies by Eric Jerome Dickey

Chasing Fireflies by Charles Martin

Sammy's House by Kristin Gore

Sizzle and Burn by Jayne Ann Krentz

As The World Churns by Tamar Myers

Sword Song by Bernard Cornwell

The Senator's Wife by Sue Miller

The Life by Jay McInerney

Beverly Hills Dead by Stuart Woods

Shadow Music by Julie Garwood

Hokus Pokus by Fern Michaels

New Year's Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini

Blood Brothers by Nora Roberts

Back On Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber

The Shooter by W.E.B. Griffin

The Secret Between Us by Barbara Delinsky

Second Sight by Amanda Quick

Capitol Conspiracy by William Bernhardt

The Appeal by John Grisham

Today in History, February 14, 1945

2008-02-14T06:16:00.002-06:00

The British Royal Air Force and the United States Army Air Force today dropped thousands of tons of bombs on Dresden, the capital of the Saxony region of Germany. Dresden had been predominantly constructed out of wood, and the incendiary bombing caused a firestorm that ravaged the city. The inferno reached 2,700 degrees (Fahrenheit) in places and killed an estimated 25,000 to 40,000 civilians.

“The Dresden assault struck the network of rail and highway arteries and depots upon which the Wehrmacht is dependent to supply its front-line forces, now rapidly falling back upon the Saxony capital,” reported the Winnipeg Free Press on February 14, 1945. “[…] Dresden itself was hit by nearly 4,000 R.A.F., Dominion and American bombers last night and today in the first big joint operations supporting the Red army offensive.”

NOTE: Late American author Kurt Vonnegut was a prisoner-of-war held in an underground camp in Dresden at the time of the bombings. His novel Slaughterhouse-Five is based on what he experienced during and following the firestorm.

Inquire at the front desk about accessing the Library's Newspaper Archive account

Weekend Music: Sarah Mclachlan

2008-02-01T21:58:00.001-06:00

Excerpt From "Character or The Making of The Man" by Edward Ward Carmach

2008-01-31T09:57:00.000-06:00

"I have said that you have just entered the great University of Life. This work of acquiring knowledge and of learning how to apply it will go on as long as you live; and while life is brief, think how vast a sum of knowledge a man might acquire in the duration of an average lifetime, if he would only learn one thing every day...."
Edward Ward Carmach

Upcoming Family Genealogy Expo 2008

2008-01-21T18:25:00.001-06:00

Hardeman County Spotlight: Ames Plantation

2008-01-03T07:01:00.000-06:00

©Greg Howell Photography

The Ames Plantation contains over 18,000 acres of woodlands, farms, and historic buildings. Operated with grants and courses from University of Tennessee, students utilize the rich history and earth, testing soil and studying preservation. One of the local treasures of Hardeman County, the huge historic estate is shared with Fayette County. For more information about the Ames Plantation, visit their website.

Happy 2008!

2008-01-01T08:07:00.001-06:00

As I look out the window this morning toward my view of the Catskill Mountains in New York, the snow is softly, peacefully clouding the mountain view. I live on a quiet country road surrounded by farms, haystacks, and hemlock trees, yet as beautiful and tranquil as it is, almost daily I find in this rustic view numerous mental images of home in Tennessee. I often wish I could pick up the entire landscape, snow, home, and all, and drop it in Tennessee. Yes, the countryside makes me homesick.

So on this first day of 2008, I am wishing Y'all a peaceful, wintry, gorgeous start to the New Year. Enjoy these photos from my yard in New York to yours in that equally beautiful place called Hardeman County, Tennessee! And let us all remember this window to the world called the LIBRARY, and make 2008 the year we all join together to support the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library system!

Christmas Video Clips: MERRY CHRISTMAS, HAPPY HOLIDAYS, AND A TERRIFIC NEW YEAR

2007-12-18T18:00:00.000-06:00

SUZY SNOWFLAKE

CHRISTMAS TOY SHOP

FROSTY THE SNOWMAN

GARRY MOORE SHOW 1953

HOWDY DOODY CHRISTMAS

Grant!

2007-11-28T09:12:00.000-06:00

I am pleased to announce that the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library has been awarded a Community Enhancement Grant in the amount of $10,000. The grant will be used to purchase a new microfilm reader/printer, a digital projector, and a laptop computer.

Friends of the Library Meeting Minutes Sept. 8, 2007

2007-11-28T09:08:00.000-06:00

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
BOLIVAR-HARDEMAN COUNTY CHAPTER
September 8, 2007

Friends of the Library met on the above date at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Regional Library. Those present were: Wanza Taylor, Librarian; Rosalyn Browder, Library Board Consultant; Dolores Fortune, Library Board Consultant; Pat Vincent, Genealogy Consultant; Juanita Bowden, Treasurer; Barbara Stamey; and Annette Lowrance, Secretary.

Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order by Mrs. Juanita Bowden at 10:30 AM and the following was discussed:

Minutes of Last Meeting:
The minutes of March 3, 2007 were read by Annette.
A correction was made to the following sentence:
The Library sends thanks to Mrs. Jane Stevens for her generous contribution. The word “contribution” was changed to “indefinite loan” in the minutes. The minutes were approved by everyone present, and with this change, will stand as written.

Financial Report:
Mrs. Juanita Bowden reported that we have a total of $473.61 in our account as of today. *Reminder – annual membership dues are $25.00. Checks should be made to Bolivar-Hardeman County Friends of the Library.

$119.00 annual payment is due for the Library website. Since a credit card payment is required, Wanza agreed to charge the dues to her personal credit card. It was agreed by all present to reimburse her from the Friends of the Library account.

OLD BUSINESS

There was no old business to discuss.

NEW BUSINESS

Election of Officers 2007-2008:
Officers were elected as follows:
President: Walter Bowden
Treasurer: Juanita Bowden
Secretary: Annette Lowrance
Genealogy Consultant: Pat Vincent
Library Board Consultants: Dolores Fortune & Rosalyn Browder

DIRECTOR’S REPORT:

Total circulation: 13,798
New Library cards issued: 74
Total Library cards holders: 6,874
History Room:
The Library History Room had 133 visitors last month, some from as far away as California.

Genealogy Databases:
The genealogy databases continue to be extremely popular with 2455 searches this month.

Library Out-reach Programs:
Five visits were made to area nursing homes, Bolivar Senior Citizens, and assisted living facilities to provide library programming and/or library materials to our senior citizens who may not have access to the Library.

Events Held:
An adult Basic Computer Skills class was held August 7, 2007. As usual, the class was full with four participants. The next class is scheduled for Sept. 18, 2007. More people will be able to attend due to the new computers we have received.

The Library hosted a seminar entitled “Writing and Publishing Your First Book” on August 11, 2007. Amanda Avery from Silver Key Publishing conducted the seminar. It was a huge success with approximately 20 participants.

On August 18, 2007, the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for the British Royal Commemoratives Exhibit was held. Over 100 people attended this event. As of this time, over 150 people have visited the exhibit since it opened just a few weeks ago. Some were from as far away as Missouri.

The Library held a “Back to School” Children’s Program August 25, 2007. 14 children and teen volunteers participated in the event.

Tammy and Bryson Crowder were here Sat., August 25, 2007 for a book signing.

The Summer Reading Program was extremely successful:
June: 10 Programs with 266 attending
July: 10 Programs with 506 attending

New Computers:
The 16 new HP computers arrived late in August and were installed by state personnel on August 29, 2007. A time limit of one and one-half hours has been set for usage of the computers, and personal information devices such as flash-drives and floppies may now be used. These computers, valued at over $12,000.00, were free through a grant the Library received.

Bolivar- Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society:
The first meeting of the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library Genealogical Society met on August 18, 2007 in the History Room. It was very successful with sixteen attending. This group has no officers, and is organized to do research and assist each other in a relaxed, stress-free environment.

Tennessee Electronic Library:
Andy Carter, who is our West Tennessee representative of Volunteer Voices, has sent a letter informing us that he will be here September 17, 18, 20, and 21, 2007. He will spend one day of this time at the Pillars. The goal is to build a digital library from Tennessee’s historical collections. He is interested in original documents of historical significance, such as pictures, records, diaries, maps, etc. It was noted hat pictures and records can be from the recent-past, such as Viet Nam, just as long as they are historically significant. Pictures/documents will be scanned on site and returned to the owner. Those present were encouraged to read the letter to their churches and other organizations. For more information, visit the website at http://www.volunteervoices.org/.

Upcoming Events:
Bryan Davis
September 29, 2007 – 10:00 AM at the Library
Speaking and Book-signing

Meeting Adjourned:
The meeting was adjourned at 11:45 AM.

Anyone who wishes to help in any way should contact the Hardeman County Regional Library, 213 N. Washington Street, Bolivar, TN. 38008, Phone # 731/658-3436.

Next Meeting:
The next meeting of the Friends of the Library will be held Dec. 1, 2007, at 10:30 AM in the Library.

Annette Lowrance, CPS
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SUBMITTED BY: Annette Lowrance, CPS

Thanksgiving Weekend Fun: Jack Benny

2007-11-24T08:30:00.000-06:00

Jack Benny was a radio and TV staple for 5 decades . . . .here are some clips from his long-running television show:

Weekend FUN: Random Classic TV Opening Credits

2007-11-24T08:14:00.000-06:00

Newspaper Archives

2007-11-19T07:05:00.000-06:00

A subscription to the online database,NEWSPAPER ARCHIVE , has been donated to the Bolivar Hardeman County Library. To access this service download newspaper articles - millions of pages dating back to the mid-1800s - ask Wanza or Jeanette at the front desk for assistance.

NEWSPAPER ARCHIVE LINK

Genealogy Monday: CYNDI'S LIST

2007-11-18T22:56:00.000-06:00

http://www.cyndislist.com/

Genealogy Monday: CYNDI HOWELLS

2007-11-18T22:55:00.001-06:00

Monday Genealogy: ELSE CHURCHILL

2007-11-18T22:52:00.000-06:00

Genealogy Monday: Jesus

2007-11-18T22:47:00.000-06:00

Genealogy of Jesus

Jesus' genealogy can be found at two places in the Bible:

1. Matthew's gospel (Mat 1:2-16). Starts with Abraham and lists his descendants all the way down to Jesus. There are 41 generations in total, divided into 3 sections as follows:

1. Abraham - David (from Abraham to David)
2. David - Josias (from David until the carrying away into Babylon)
3. Jechonias - Jesus (from the carrying away into Babylon unto Christ)

Each section contains 14 generations. Note, that David is counted twice: Once at the end of the first section, then once again at the beginning of the second section. This explains how 41 generations are divided equally into three. See Mat 1:17 for further explanation.

2. Luke's gospel (Luk 3:23-38). This genealogy starts withJesus and follows his line up until God. There are 77 generations mentioned in total.

USE THIS LINK TO EXPLORE AN ONLINE DATABASE WITH THE COMPLETE GENEALOGY, INCLUDING CLICKABLE LINKS FOR EACH FAMILY

Hardeman County Photo of the Week

2007-11-12T21:10:00.000-06:00

Monday Genealogy: War Letters

2007-11-12T20:33:00.000-06:00

Genealogy Room Gets New Look

2007-11-09T11:14:00.000-06:00

A big 'thank you' goes to Jim Lee for all his hard work in our genealogy room. Jim spent two days in the room repairing shelves, moving shelves & putting more shelves together for the library.

Now all of our bound newspapers are in the shelf (and off the floor).

Janette & Pat are busy arranging the 'Hardeman County' resources to make them more accessible for our patrons

Library Schedule of Events...November

2007-11-09T10:53:00.001-06:00

Saturday, November 10th 10:00am
Children’s Program: “Lottie Dot Visits the Library”

Tuesday, November 13th 11:00am
Lapsit for birth – age 4 children and parent(s)

Thursday, November 15th 2:30pm
Reception for Rep. Johnny Shaw
Thanking him for supporting Tennessee Electronic Library
Public invited, RSVP 658-3436

Friday, November, 16th 2:00pm
Home School Class Pre-6th grade

Saturday, November 17th 10:00am
Genealogical Society Meets

Saturday, November 17th 1:00pm
Local Author, Deborah A. Hodge
Book Signing
“Cate’s Second Chance”

Thursday, November 29th 10:00am
Beginner Computer Skills Class
Taught by Jim Lee
Call to reserve your seat: 658-3436

Group From Trenton, TN Visits

2007-11-07T14:13:00.000-06:00

A group from Trenton, TN visited the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library November 7th. Mrs. Jane Stevens gave a guided tour of her wonderful British Royals Commemoratives Exhibit, a must see for anyone visiting Bolivar.

Captain Book Visits the Library

2007-11-07T14:09:00.000-06:00

Captain Book (aka Kathy Keller) visited the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library on October 31st(Halloween).

New Arrivals: Non-Fiction

2007-11-03T23:55:00.000-05:00

To Touch The Past, The Painted Pottery of the Mimbres People

100 Greatest Hitters by Benton Minks

Washington, D.C., A Photographic Tour by Carol M. Highsmith

100 Greatest Pitchers by Brent P. Kelley

The New Baseball Catalog by Dan Schlossbert

Arranging Flowers, The Best Of Martha Stewart Living

Parties and Projects for the Holidays, Christmas With Martha Stewart

Circles of Tradition, Folk Art In Minnesota

Within This Garden Photographs by Ruth Thorne-Thomsen

Museum Pieces, Photographs by George Woodman

Desserts, The Best of Martha Stewart Living

Faces of Ground Zero, Portraits of the Heroes of September 11, 2001

100 Years of American Newspaper Comics by Maurice Horn

The Years and Beyond, Inspirational Poetry by William Furr

Southern Living 2006 Annual Recipes

Unbelievable Desserts With Splenda by Marlene Koch

Edward Weston Color Photography

Pearl Harbor, The Day of Infamy-An Illustrated History

Profiles In Courage by Seantor John F. Kennedy

Hardeman County Spotlight: Foggy Morning Landscape

2007-11-03T23:16:00.000-05:00

Celebration Honoring Representative Johnny Shaw

2007-11-01T12:54:00.000-05:00

You are invited to a celebration honoring Representative Johnny Shaw, sponsored by the Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce and the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library.

We want to thank Representative Shaw for supporting the Tennessee Electronic Library, providing convenient and equitable access to library and information resources for all citizens of Tennessee to enhance the quality of their everyday lives, the depth of their educational experience, and the economic prosperity of their communities.

The event will be held Thursday, November 15th, at 2:30pm at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library.

Please RSVP the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library by Tuesday, November 13, 2007.
Phone: 731-658-3436

Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL)

2007-11-01T12:44:00.000-05:00

The Tennessee Electronic Library is a collection of articles from reference books, magazines and journals arranged by subject in databases available to residents of Tennessee from any computer with online Access--from home or from a computer in a public, school, college, or university library. The articles and information found in TEL, available 24/7, come from established newspapers, magazines and journals such as The New York Times, Newsweek, and the Journal of the American Medical Association rather than from unreliable general Internet sources such as Google and Wikipedia.

Stop by the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library and get the URL and password to access this wealth of ready information.

Friends Of The Library

2007-10-24T09:51:00.000-05:00

I would like to welcome the two newest members of the Bolivar-Hardeman County Friends of the Library, Chip and Jane. Our next Friends meeting will be Saturday, December 1st at 10:30am at the library. The Friends of the Library are responsible for funding this website, as well as, purchasing books and furnishings for the library. Friends volunteers help with various library programs. It's simple to join. Dues are just $25.00 per year. Send or bring the dues to: Bolivar-Hardeman County Library, 213 North Washington St, Bolivar, TN 38008. Include your name, address and telephone contact information. For more information, call us at 731-658-3436

From the Library Archives: DEC 13, 1877

2007-10-24T09:02:00.001-05:00

BOLIVAR BULLETIN, DEC. 13, 1877 & DEC. 18, 1877
CLICK NEWSPAPER TO ENLARGE

Genealogy Mondays: Hispanic Genealogy

2007-10-23T14:14:00.000-05:00

Music From the Library Collection: Brian Bromberg

2007-10-23T14:07:00.000-05:00

From the Library Archives

2007-10-23T13:49:00.000-05:00

Bolivar Bulletin, World War 2, 1942

CLICK NEWSPAPER IMAGE TO ENLARGE

The British Royalty Commemoratives Exhibit

2007-10-23T13:30:00.000-05:00

The Bolivar Hardeman Library premiere exhibit features British Royalty Commeratives from the collection of Jane Stevens. Beginning with Queen Victoria, the comprehensive collection contains over 700 pieces through the reigns of Edward VII, George V, Elizabeth II, and Princess Diana.

This exhibit was filmed by local PBS station, Channel 11 and will air November 2 at 9:30 pm. Also, look for a rebroadcast a few days later.

New Arrivals: DVD's

2007-10-11T08:22:00.000-05:00

Dreamgirls

Thursday Music: Floyd Cramer

2007-10-11T08:05:00.000-05:00

No one can mistake the piano of Floyd Cramer. He worked in the studio with Patsy Cline, Elvis, Statler Brothers and hundreds of other artist, but was a major solo star in the 1960's. There is no mistaking his classic sound, even when his name is not n the record label.

Last Date

The Last Goodbye

King of the Road

Genealogy: Preserving Digital Imaging

2007-10-11T08:01:00.000-05:00

This Week in History, October 10

2007-10-11T07:58:00.000-05:00

Loch Ness Monster Search (Click on Newspaper to Enlarge)

Thursday Music: Hank Williams

2007-10-04T19:27:00.000-05:00

From 1949 to 1953, Hank had 34 consecutive hit singles - 32 hitting the top ten and 11 going to number 1. His songs of "drinking, living, and praying" were never before heard of themes. His troubled and turbulent life was intimately reflected in his music. Hank was only 29 when he died but his legacy as the king of country music lives on.

Hey Good Lookin'

Lovesick Blues

I Saw the Light (Written by Hank Williams, performed by the Carter Family)

Cold, Cold Heart/I Can't Help It

And a new animation, again, I Saw the Light