Didi's Blog
Following up on Pluto's Demotion
In 2005 Mike Brown discovered Eris which was slightly larger than Pluto. This discovery sparked a series of international debates resulting in the demotion of Pluto to a dwarf planet. Brown recounts his controversial discovery in this part memoir and part planetary saga in How I Killed Pluto and Why It Had It Coming.Barrie W. Jones' Pluto: Sentinel of the Outer Solar System delves into discussions of scientific discovery as well as an exact account on Pluto, its satellites and its controversial re-classification.
Feb 10, 2011
Year 2010 Top Audiobook Picks
Juliet by Anne Fortier
Spider bones by Kathy Reichs
61 hours: a Reacher novel by Lee Child
Bloodroot by Amy Greene
Secrets of Eden by Chris Bohjalian
Jan 25, 2011
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OverDrive App for iPhone & Android Now Supports eBooks
With the free OverDrive Media Console app for iPhone, iPod Touch and Android, you can download both ePub eBooks and MP3 audiobooks directly to your device.- Combines eBooks and audiobooks into a single app
- Enables over-the-air downloading
- Streamlines the browse, checkout, and download experience on your phone
Jan 18, 2011
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North American International Auto Show
Experience the next generation of cars at the 2011 North American International Auto Show where the automotive world and the public come together. See more than 500 vehicles of innovative designs and latest technology. Don't miss this exciting event taking place at the Cobo Center starting on Saturday, January 15!Photo courtesy of NAIAS
Jan 11, 2011
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Library Compatible eBook Readers
Here is a handy cheatsheet of devices and computers that are currently compatible with CPL's DRM-protected eBook collection. Installation of the free Adobe® Digital Editions is necessary before downloading titles.
Jan 05, 2011
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Enjoy Project Gutenberg eBooks Today!
Choose from over 15,000 free public domain titles selected by OverDrive from Project Gutenberg, and mounted on the library's eBook Collection page. These titles never expire and won't count against your library checkout limit! They are for the use of any one with almost no restrictions whatsoever. Our page includes tips on using these files with Adobe Digital Editions.
Dec 13, 2010
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Read eBooks on Your Smart Phone Today!
Download OverDrive Media Console v2.0 for Android or iPhone today! This newly released app enables you to download and enjoy EPUB eBooks in addition to the MP3 audiobooks. Downloads can be done directly to your iPhone, iPod Touch, or Android phone/tablet.
Dec 08, 2010
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Smart Shopping for an eBook Reader
Looking to buy an eBook reader for someone for Christmas? If you are interested in a device that is compatible with the library's free eBook collection, don't forget to check this list before shopping. A compatible device will allow you to check out and download free titles by using your Canton Library card. Our eBooks are available in ePub, Adobe PDF, and Mobipocket formats.
Nov 30, 2010
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eBook & Audiobook Survey
We want a moment of your attention please! From Nov. 16-30, we are conducting a survey to learn more about whether you read eBooks and listen to audiobooks, and if so, what your preferences are. This survey is available online from our home page. You can also find a paper copy in the audiobook section and the Adult Reference desk in the library.
Nov 18, 2010
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Downloadable Titles Just for You! An OverDrive Advantage!
We have purchased extra copies of some of the most popular downloadable titles and added them to the library's eBook page. Log in to your account before searching, you'll see, e.g., Ken Follett's new, unabridged audiobook Fall of Giants with the Advantage icon. Your Canton Library card will allow you check out or wait for this copy.
Nov 16, 2010
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30 Big Links of 1980
Jimmy Carter, U.S President. A first ever 24-hour
all news network CNN launched by
Ted Turner.
Gordie Howe, professional hockey player, retired after 32 seasons. New York Islanders won their first
Stanley cup.
University of Michigan lost to North Carolina at the Gator Bowl 15 to 17. Consumers first saw cordless phones on the market.
3M's post-it notes sold nationwide. The Olsen brothers manufactured the first Rollerblades in their parents’ basement in Minnesota.
WordPerfect, a word processing application, being sold by Satellite Systems International (SSI).
John Lennon, former
Beatles rock star,
shot and killed outside his apartment in Manhattan.
George Nichopoulos indicted for over-prescribing drugs for Elvis Presley.
Ronald Reagan elected 40th
Oct 27, 2010
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Access My Library via Your Mobile Device
Access library resources — even when you're not at the library! It's as simple as using the AccessMyLibrary Public Edition mobile app from Gale, a world-leading publisher of reference information. AccessMyLibrary uses GPS to find libraries within a 10-mile radius of your location, then gives you free, unlimited access to the reliable online resources from Gale — without the need to log in. The AccessMyLibrary Public Edition App works on iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and iPad®.
Sep 15, 2010
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DemographicsNow and ReferenceUSA
Learn to use DemographicsNow and ReferenceUSA databases to find out more about your local community, your customers, and your competitors! The up-to-date business intelligence will help you better market your business, get customer leads, and more. This one hour session is part of the Summer School for Business series.Date: August 19, 2010
Time: Noon to 1:00PM
Location: Internet Lab
Aug 17, 2010
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Check It Out Or Click It Out
When looking to check out a book, remember that in addition to traditional print and audiobook formats, the title you are looking for might be available in downloadable formats as well. Go to CPL's eBook website to click out a copy today!
Jul 29, 2010
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eBook Reader Comparisons
If you are in the market for an eBook Reader, you might wish to check in here to find more on specs, features, and the device's compatibility with the CPL eBook collection.
Jul 25, 2010
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