The Internet Archive
We have been warned many times that the Internet is forever. And Brewster Kahle is helping to keep it that way.
Let’s Talk about TED
For a list of people who have presented TEDTalks (so far!) head over to Wikipedia’s List of TED speakers to find out if someone you’d like to hear a TEDTalk from has already made one! Or check out TED’s TEDTalk discovery page.
Art & Culture
As we move into the colder, rainy months, though, we may be looking for something to do and see off campus and indoors. Bowling is fun, and indoor rock climbing or a movie keeps us occupied, but the Bay Area offers other amazing things right in our own backyard that we tend to forget about. How about a little treasure hunting?
Banning Books : The Wrong Side of Truth
In recent years censorship has seen a resurgence throughout the United States. The numbers are staggering. PEN America has recently identified 1,648 challenged or banned books in 2,532 cases in U.S. school districts from July 2021 through June 2022.
The 94th Academy Awards
Will this year be different? Will movie lovers come back into the fold? That remains to be seen. Already, with just days to go before the 2022 ceremonies are televised on Sunday, March 27, controversy and disappointment are making headlines.
New to the U.S. Public Domain in 2022
What is old can now be made new again! It can also be shared or performed with no fees attached in the U.S., at least if it was written, filmed or recorded in 1926 or earlier. For a more detailed look at copyright and public domain law, we recommend visiting the Cornell University Library’s guide.
The Story of the Christmas Crèche
Inside our homes, where we display our more precious decorations, we often find the family Christmas crèche. The blessed nativity scene comes in so many forms. As Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Christ the crèche can be a reflection of the culture in which it was made in addition to being a remembrance of the Christmas miracle. In many families, the Christmas crèche is something that is passed down through generations.
Storytelling
From ancient cave paintings to tales around the campfire, storytelling is not just a form of art. It is a way that we can share information and experiences in a way that captures our attention in a meaningful way. Storytelling communicates and forms our identities, both communal and individual.
Playoff Baseball!
Fall means the Major League Baseball (MLB) playoffs and the World Series keeping us glued to our seats–some years more than others. This year, our own San Francisco Giants will be back in the mix for the first time since 2016 making us a bit more invested in the 2021 playoffs!
The 93rd annual Academy Awards
With the pandemic still making things difficult in every aspect of our lives, the Academy Awards ceremony is equally affected. The telecast has been pushed back to Sunday, April 25th instead of its previously planned February 28th date. But unlike many telecasts where guests are often featured through remote means, there won’t be any “zooming” allowed.
Library Services at Junípero Serra High School 