The Great Migration
The Great Migration was a 20th century movement for Black Americans searching for security, freedom and opportunity. This is what all people wish for–to be safe, to be heard, to have equal access to health care, a good education and good jobs–these are basic rights that, even twenty years into the 21st century, Americans, Black and white, all over our country are still fighting for. Their struggle is our nation’s struggle, so we must all advocate for that, not just in February, but throughout the year.
Pick a genre, any genre!
Many libraries separate their fiction collection by genre, which simply means that fiction is shelved by the type of story within the pages of the book. Larger libraries will even have sub-genres within the genres. This makes it easier for us to find a book that is most likely to appeal to us. Perhaps we love Science Fiction stories, but within that Science Fiction genre we particularly love Post-Apocalyptic novels. In a large library those books would be grouped together.
Inauguration Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Moments for Reflection
Witnessing the peaceful transfer of power this upcoming Wednesday, which is the hallmark of our democracy, is not the only thing we have to celebrate this week. The week of January 18th is also the week we annually celebrate and remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Happy New Year 2021!
A new year is always an opportunity for a fresh start. Though 2021 begins with many of the same challenges of 2020, we can all strive to make this year better by making small positive choices and sticking to them. Something as simple as telling the people we love more often how much we appreciate them is a great way to start the new year. Say the words as you take a walk around the block together a few times a week. Once we have done this 3 to 7 times, we will have established a healthy habit, a healthier body and a refreshed heart that is the result of voicing our appreciation for each other.
Library Services at Junípero Serra High School 