Tom Ferraro, President of the Niles Historical Society, joins us to discuss the history behind the Leaning Tower of Niles. 

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The Library Scoop #21: The Leaning Tower of Niles with Tom Ferraro

Mayor George Alpogianis joins us to discuss his plans and vision for Niles. He also shares his personal story: his family traditions, values, and raising a family in Niles. 

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The Library Scoop #22: Mayor George Alpogianis

Karen Dimond joins us to discuss her experience on the library board and her transition to Maine Township supervisor. 

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The Library Scoop #23: Karen Dimond

Shure historian Michael Pettersen joins us to discuss the history of the company and how its products evolve.

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The Library Scoop #24: Michael Pettersen

Tom Robb, award-winning reporter, photographer, and editor for the Journal & Topics, joins us to discuss the importance of covering local news and how he stays neutral while reporting.

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The Library Scoop #25: Tom Robb

Our very own Todd Miller joins us to discuss his new program, Sound Waves, and inspiration to create the group while discussing why does music fits into the library. 

Need more information about Sound Waves? Visit https://nmdl.libnet.info/event/5563615 for more information. 

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The Library Scoop #26: Todd Miller

James Harkins, Military/Veteran Outreach Specialist at the Evanston Vet Center, joins us to discuss his journey of being a veteran, what inspired him to continue working with veterans, and benefits for veterans. 

For more information at our, Veterans Celebration visit us at https://nmdl.libnet.info/event/5466228 or call us at 847-663-6616. 

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The Library Scoop #27: James Harkins

Niles Metropolitan Chorus Music Director, Marek Rachelski, join us to discuss his career, the chorus, and the upcoming 9th annual DIY Handel's Messiah on December 12th. 

For more information about the Niles Metropolitan Chorus, you can visit https://nilesmetropolitanchorus.com/. 

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The Library Scoop #28: Marek Rachelski

Dr Cranston Ramirez-Knight joins us to talk about his latest exhibit "Finding Solace in a Time of Crisis".  During times of great transitions, crisis of magnitude beyond our comprehension, we search for solace, a moment of quiet contemplation, in the end we seek stability. Nature is that calming force, it is tangible. If we can extract ourselves, but for a moment, we discover a world filled with multidimensional images of life, a limitless bounty of delicate wonders.

You can visit the exhibit in the  Franklin Gallery on the third floor of the library. 

For more information about Dr. Cranston Ramirez-Knight and his work, you can visit https://www.envisioningarts.com/

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The Library Scoop #29: Dr Cranston Ramirez-Knight

Niles-Maine District Library Staff members join us to discuss upcoming programs and events happening during winter 2022. 

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The Library Scoop #30: NMDL Winter Update

Jin Park, owner of Hello Tokyo, joins us to discuss his journey of being an entrepreneur and the unique Japanese cultural experience the store brings to the village of Niles.

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Hello Tokyo
https://www.hellotky.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Hellotky/
https://www.instagram.com/HelloToky0/

The Library Scoop #31: Jin Park of Hello Tokyo

Niles-Maine District Library Staff members join us to discuss upcoming programs and events happening during spring 2022.

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The Library Scoop #33: NMDL Spring Update

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library.

In this episode, we talk about making a podcast at the Library. Near the end of the episode, four Library patrons try their hand at podcasting during a Podcasting Essentials library program.

Tech Bytes #9 - A Podcast about Making a Podcast

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library.

In this episode, we talk about new electronic resources available at Niles-Maine District Library.

Tech Bytes #10 - New Electronic Resources at the Library

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library.

In this episode, we talk about YouTube's latest policy shift: blocking the ad blockers.

Tech Bytes #13 - YouTube Ads: Blocking the Ad Blockers

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library.

In this episode, we talk about information literacy and the skills we can use to SIFT through information.

Tech Bytes #22 SIFTing Through Information

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library.

In this episode, we talk about a November 2023 article for the Brennan Center for Justice entitled "Generative AI in Political Advertising" by  Christina LaChapelle and Catherine Tucker.

Tech Bytes #25 - Artificial Intelligence in Political Advertising

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library.

In this special episode, members of the community and attendees of Maker Fest 2024 try podcasting, and see what it is like to record their voices and stories.


Tech Bytes # 27 -  Maker Fest 2024

In this episode, we take a look at the history of the technology used to provide Talking Books for people who are unable to read standard print material due to a permanent or temporary visual or physical disability. We also learn about the process for a patron to sign up for this program.

Tech Bytes #32 - The Evolution of Talking Books Technology

In this episode, we get an update on the Affordable Connectivity Program, and look at what people who used it can expect now that it has gone away.

Tech Bytes #33 - The End of Affordable Connectivity Program

In this episode, we take a look at Treehouse, an electronic resource for Niles-Maine cardholders who are interested in learning to code.


Tech Bytes #34 - Treehouse Coding Classes

Tech Bytes #35 - AI and Smartphones

Tech Bytes #36 - New Resources Roundup

In this episode, we discuss Google’s new NotebookLM tool and a new Telehealth Booth at Waukegan Public Library.


Tech Bytes #37 - Google Notebook LM & Telehealth in the Library

In this episode, we talk to Valerie Marshall, Executive Director of Niles-Maine District Library, to look back at her first year in that position and plans for the Library in 2025 and beyond.

Tech Bytes #38 - Valerie Marshall, Executive Director at Niles-Maine District Library

In this episode, part of a mini series on the Journey of a Library book, we discuss the collection development process with Youth Services L:ibrarian, Cate.


Tech Bytes #39 - The Journey of a Library Book: Collection Development

In this episode, part of a mini series on the Journey of a Library book, we discuss the cataloging process with Elbert, Materials Services Assistant at Niles-Maine District Library.

Tech Bytes #40 - The Journey of a Library Book: Materials Services

In this episode, the last part of a mini series on the Journey of a Library book, we talk to Georgia, Patron Services Assistant Supervisor at Niles-Maine District Library about the role that her department plays in getting the book into a reader’s hands.

Tech Bytes #41 - The Journey of a Library Book: Patron Services

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library about technology news and useful technology tips. In this episode, we discuss the Library’s newly rebranded Library of Things.

Tech Bytes #42 - Library of Things

Adult Librarian and Oscars aficionado Cecilia Cygnar joins us as we preview the 92nd Academy Awards and our Oscars Night Party. 

For more information about our Oscars contest, please visit: https://www.nileslibrary.org/pick-winners-contest 

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The Library Scoop #10: Cecilia Cygnar

Dr. Erica Smolinski, Principal of Culver School, joins us to discuss her summer reading list, diversity in reading curriculums, and the upcoming plans for the 2020-2021 school year.    

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The Library Scoop #15: Dr. Erica Smolinski

Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library.

With each mini episode, we'll share a little bit of new or useful technology information that we have learned while serving patrons at the Digital Services tech desk.

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