The Information Place

Episode 10 - Beating the Winter Blues

Everyone at CCPL is anxiously awaiting Spring's arrival. In the meantime, Katie Miller and Jerry Reed join Amanda to talk about how to beat the Winter Blues.
Mentioned in this episode:
Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center - Looking for some new hobbies to add to your toolkit? Hobbies and Craft Source offers detailed "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Full text is provided from leading hobby and craft magazines.
Freegal Music - Want to expand your musical horizons? Freegal offers access to about 15 million songs, including Sony Music's catalog of legendary artists, and over 40,000 music videos. In total, the collection is comprised of music from over 40,000 labels with music that originates from over 100 countries. There is no software to download, and there are no digital rights management (DRM) restrictions. With your library card, you can stream Freegal Music up to three hours per day and download three songs per week.
988 Lifeline - If you are experiencing mental health struggles, emotional distress, or alcohol or drug use concerns, we encourage you to seek help. When people call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline, they are connected to trained crisis counselors who are part of the existing 988 Lifeline network, made up of over 200 local crisis centers. These crisis counselors are trained to provide free and confidential emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress and connect them to resources. These services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the United States. Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you judgment-free care. Connecting with someone can help save your life.
CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more!
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Tuttle Branch Grand Opening

Join us from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 for our Tuttle Branch Grand Opening Celebration!  
Stop by to visit the branch, explore all that it has to offer, pick up some special library swag (while supplies last) and some refreshments too!
With an open feel and a bright, colorful interior, customers will love utilizing this new space to attend programs, host meetings and take advantage of our wealth of library services.
 
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 9 - New Year Reading Goals

Happy New Year! It's officially 2025, which means it's time to set your yearly reading goal or start a reading challenge. Cathy Reid and Cindy Firman join Amanda for a chat about reading challenges and some of the resources available through CCPL to help you succeed in your reading goal.
Mentioned in this episode:
NoveList Plus - NoveList Plus helps readers discover fiction and non-fiction books that match their interests or mood by providing detailed book and author information, recommendations, reviews, and curated reading lists. Participating in the 2025 NoveList Reading Challenge? At NoveList Plus you can find lists of recommendations for each month's prompt.
Book Clubs & Discussion Groups - Book Clubs are a great way to discover books you might not have read otherwise, and they can help get you closer to your yearly reading goal! Check out some of the book clubs and discussion groups happening at CCPL.
CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more!
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 8 - Holiday Events and a Message from the Director

In the final episode of 2024, Amanda is joined by Adult Programming Specialist Catie Stewart and Circulation/Outreach Assistant Cathy Brink to talk about the special holiday events going on at the library. Featuring a year-end message from CCPL Director Bill Martino.
Mentioned in this episode:
Rudolph's Holiday Workshop Wonderland - The Main Library’s Rotunda has been transformed! In this Holiday Workshop Wonderland for children 17 and under, walk along the colorful path to interact with characters from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, get photo ops, receive sweet treats, and participate in activities!
Christmas in South Charleston - Celebrate Christmas in South Charleston with the library! Enjoy the parade (including the CCPL Bookmobile), meet the Grinch and Max, and participate in holiday themed activities at our Houston branch. Cookies, crafts, and prizes will be available free to the public, while supplies last!
Holiday in the City - Take a look at the official Holiday in the City Facebook page for more information on all the holiday fun happening in Springfield!
CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more!
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 7 - Game On at the Library!

November is ALA International Games Month! To celebrate, we've invited the library's resident Dungeon Masters Kylee Ervin and Alissa Zapieki to chat about all things gaming. 
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D&D for Kids and Teens at Main - Interested in joining the D&D groups at the Main branch? Follow the links for more information about the Explorer's Club for kids (ages 9-12) and the Adventurer's Guild for teens (ages 13-18).
D&D for Kids and Teens at Park - Looking to sign up for one of the Park branch's D&D clubs? Follow the links for more information about the Treasure Hunters for kids (ages 9-12) and the Monster Slayers club orD&D 5e Tournament: Astral Rumble event for teens (ages 13-18).
Rose City Roleplayers - Whether you're a Game Master or a newbie to tabletop roleplaying games, Greyson Sanders from Wittenberg University and Elizabeth Randall will be at the Main Branch to show you the ins and outs of TTRPGs. Adults 18 and over (and out of high school).
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library - Embark on an exciting quest at the Houston Branch with the fifth edition of the classic roleplaying game Dungeons & Dragons! For ages 13 and older.
Games at CCPL - Take a look at the video games and board games available to check out with your CCPL library card!
CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more!
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 6 - Horror Highlights

Turn off the lights and lock the doors! Things are about to get spooky! This month John Pelletier and Kim Evans join Amanda and share their love of all things horror. Featuring a special guest appearance by a local horror author!
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Horror Highlights Podcast Picks - Check out some of John, Kim, and Amanda's favorite horror books! Then take a look at some of our other curated lists, like New in Horror books, Chilling Tales on Audio, or Bone-Chilling TV Shows to Watch in the Dark!
Kanopy - Be sure to check out Kanopy's Fright Fest theme this month featuring horror films for Halloween, from cult hits to foreign film thrills, and everything in-between! Kanopy partners with public libraries and universities to bring you an ad-free experience that can be enjoyed on your TV, mobile phone, tablet, and online. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films, and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain. Log in with your library membership and enjoy a diverse catalog with new titles added every month. Tickets are used to play videos on Kanopy. Each month, you receive a set number of tickets from your library. Your tickets reset on the first day of the month, and unused tickets don't roll over to the next month.
hoopla - Prepare for sleepless nights with hoopla's Best of Horror collection. Every page and sound will have you looking over your shoulder! Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card! Hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Sign-up with your email address and library card!
CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode, including the Spooky Short Story Contest, and many, many more!
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Library Card Sign-Up Month - September 2024

Did you know September is Library Card Sign-Up Month? Join our previous (and a couple of future) guest hosts as they share their favorite ways to use their library cards. Want to get a your own library card? Check out the Get a CCPL Library Card link at ccplohio.org for eligibility information and to sign up for an eCard. You can also sign up for a card in-person at any CCPL location. For further information, please check out our Library Card FAQ page!
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 5 - CCPL Goes to the Movies

Pop some popcorn and grab your favorite soda! We're going to the movies! This month, Cathy Hackett and Zoë Spangler join Amanda for a chat about their favorite films, the Manhattan Short Film Festival, and some of the library's resources for movie lovers.
Mentioned in this episode:
Manhattan Short Film Festival - From a single screen on the side of a truck to a weeklong worldwide event! The Manhattan Short Film Festival is a chance for audiences around the world to celebrate international short films and vote on their favorites. A full list of screening venues and dates is available on the festival’s website where you can also view the festival trailer, see the list of finalists, and check out Q&As with some of the films’ creators. The Clark County Public Library will be hosting multiple screenings during the festival week. For information on the screenings at CCPL, check out our Events page!
Kanopy - Kanopy partners with public libraries and universities to bring you an ad-free experience that can be enjoyed on your TV, mobile phone, tablet, and online. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films, and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain. Log in with your library membership and enjoy a diverse catalog with new titles added every month. Tickets are used to play videos on Kanopy. Each month, you receive a set number of tickets from your library. Your tickets reset on the first day of the month, and unused tickets don't roll over to the next month.
hoopla - Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card! Hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Sign-up with your email address and library card.
iNDIEFLIX - IndieFlix is a streaming movie service that offers access to pop culture favorites, box office hits, award-winning feature films, documentaries, and shorts. Check out a 7-day pass from the Extras section in Libby for full, unlimited access to IndieFlix.
Cathy's Favorite Films - Want more recommendations from CCPL's resident movie buff and DVD selector? Check out this list of Cathy Hackett's favorite films!
CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode, including the Amateur Radio Intro & Prep classes, the Spooky Short Story Contest, and many, many more!
The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.