Unreadable
61 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsThe official Forsyth County Public Library podcast for news, upcoming programs, and recommendations.
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Forsyth Reads Together with Lisa Wingate
March 01, 2024 15:00 - 27 minutes - 19.6 MBThis year's Forsyth Reads Together book pick is Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. In this episode, Ross speaks with Lisa about her inspiration for the book and its characters, as well as the book's impact on the victims of the Tenneessee Children's Home Society. Lisa also previews her new book, out this summer, called Shelterwood, which is about the women who fought to protect Choctaw children, who owned oil rich land in Oklahoma, from the land barons seeking power and wealth. Lisa...
Revisiting The Science of Love (2019)
February 01, 2024 13:00 - 9 minutes - 7.73 MBIn this episode, we revisit The Science of Love (2019) in which Ross interviews Dr. Larry J. Young, professor at Emory University, about his research on prairie voles and what their relationships can teach us about ourselves. This episode was originally run in February 2019. Read the transcript on our blog, Bookmarked.
Learn something new with Pastime Pursuits
January 02, 2024 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.05 MBIs your New Year's resolution to learn something new? This January, we are offering a series of programs for adults dedicated to learning a new hobby. In this episode, Ross speaks with Sarah Brubaker, Information Services Supervisor at the Cumming Library, about the Pastime Pursuits program series. From photography to cosplay, there is something for everyone. Let us help you achieve your New Year's goal and learn something new! Events: Take a Hike! Prepare for Your Adventure Sunday, Janua...
Diwali at FCPL
November 01, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 9.93 MBIn this episode of Unreadable, Ross talks with Anu Murari, Youth Specialist at the Sharon Forks Library. Anu explains the significance and history of Diwali and previews upcoming Diwali events at both the Cumming Library and the Sharon Forks Library. Diwali Crafts and Demonstrations Saturday, November 4, 2023 1:30 PM -3:00 PM Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street Cumming, GA 30040 Diwali Celebration Sunday, November 5, 2023 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old...
Sparkle or Burn? It's Stokerfest!
October 07, 2023 10:00 - 7 minutes - 5.85 MBJoin us this month as Ross speaks with Brianna Schantz, Information Specialist at the Cumming Library, about the month-long celebration of Bram Stoker and all things spooky known as Stokerfest. The programs mentioned in this episode can be found on our website in the events section. All Stokerfest programs will take place at the Cumming Library.
FCPL goes batty!
September 05, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.6 MBJoin us this month as Ross speaks with Larry and Laurie Alvord, Georgia Master Naturalists, who will be hosting bat walks at the Post Road Library and Hampton Park Library this fall. Learn about the importance of bats to the Georgia ecosystem and what kind of bats are found in Forsyth County, as Larry and Laurie preview what you expect at their bat walks. Post Road Library Bat Walk - September 12, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Hampton Park Library Bat Walk - October 25, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ...
Staff Pick: Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean
July 17, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.01 MBIn this mini episode, Erin of the Post Road Library recommends the Young Adult novel Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean. After learning she is a literal princess, Izumi travels to Japan to meet her father, the Crown Prince of Japan. Once there, she must learn to navigate the imperial court, familial relations, the press, and a forbidden romance.
Staff Pick: Act of Oblivion by Robert Harris
July 10, 2023 04:01 - 3 minutes - 2.56 MBIn this mini episode, Ross of the Hampton Park Library recommends Act of Oblivion by Robert Harris, a historical novel set after the English Civil War. The book follows two British Colonels who flee to the American colonies after the execution of King Charles I.
Staff Pick: Happy Place by Emily Henry
July 03, 2023 04:01 - 7 minutes - 4.28 MBIn this mini episode, Emily and Andrea of the Cumming Library talk about Emily Henry’s new book Happy Place, which focuses on an engaged couple who broke up and now must act like they are still together while on a trip with their friends.
Staff Pick: Clytemnestra by Constanza Casati
June 26, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 2.86 MBIn this mini episode, Brooke of the Hampton Park Library recommends Clytemnestra by Constanza Casati, a retelling of Greek mythology focusing on Clytemnestra, the Queen of Mycenae and the wife of Agamemnon.
Staff Pick: The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by KJ Charles
June 19, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 3.48 MBIn this mini episode, Brittany of the Post Road Library shares one of her favorite reads of the year: The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by KJ Charles, a historical romance set in Regency England.
Staff Pick: The Secret Lives of Country Gentleman by KJ Charles
June 19, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 3.48 MBIn this mini episode, Brittany of the Post Road Library shares one of her favorite reads of the year: The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by KJ Charles, a historical romance set in Regency England.
Book Recommendations for Kids
June 12, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 3.31 MBIn this mini episode, Anu of the Sharon Forks Library sits down with Amy Billings, Youth Services Supervisor at the Sharon Forks Library, for some children’s book recommendations on this summer’s theme: All Together Now. Books discussed in this episode: Animal Teams written by Caroline Stamps and illustrated by Charlotte Milner Boxitects by Kim Smith Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer by Megan McDonald Dragon Rider by Cornelia Funk Last Kids on Earth series by Max Brallier...
The Summer of Jane Austen
June 05, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 3.69 MBIn this special mini episode, Ross speaks with Melissa of the Cumming Library about one of her favorite books, Persuasion by Jane Austen, and an upcoming Austen-themed program series happening this summer at our Cumming branch. Program Dates Regency Crafts with Jane Austen Friday Jun 9, 2023 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Learn Regency Dance Saturday Jun 17, 2023 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Escape Mr. Wickham Saturday June 24, 2023 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM 3 sessions; registration required Session 1 Sess...
All Together Now! Your Summer Reading Preview
May 01, 2023 04:00 - 12 minutes - 9.24 MBIn this episode, Ross interviews Programming Manager Kim Ottesen about our upcoming Summer Reading Program, themed “All Together Now!” Join us for a sneak preview of programming and prizes. Summer Reading Kickoffs: Sharon Forks - May 30, 2023 Post Road - May 31, 2023 Cumming - June 1, 2023 Hampton Park - June 2, 2023 Important Dates: Summer Reading registration starts on May 1, 2023. Summer Reading begins on May 25 and ends on July 30. August 3 is the last day to apply...
Chitra Divakaruni on One Amazing Thing
March 28, 2023 14:05 - 16 minutes - 10.1 MBChitra Divakaruni, author of One Amazing Thing, joins host Ross Gericke to talk about her inspiration for the novel, her literary influences, and the power of sharing stories. One Amazing Thing is the 2023 Forsyth Reads Together book selection.
Women and Crime, a historical look
March 01, 2023 21:02 - 14 minutes - 8.09 MBHistory and True Crime collide! Dr. Erin Bush, professor at the University of North Georgia, discusses violent women, death dioramas, and her upcoming talk at the Post Road Library on how the murder of the Bailey sisters affected the Temperance movement in Georgia. She also previews her new book Under the Guise of Protection: Wayward Girls, Eugenics, and the Growth of Social Authority in Twentieth-Century Virginia.
What is an Archivist?
February 01, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 11.2 MBJoyEllen Williams from Kennesaw State University discusses her role as an archivist and her upcoming program at FCPL.
Summer is Back in 2022!
April 29, 2022 13:15 - 8 minutes - 9.75 MBProgramming Manager Cleo Joyce talks about the exciting return of full Summer Reading programming and some cool Summer Reading prizes.
FCPL Reads in 2022
March 29, 2022 17:49 - 5 minutes - 5.43 MBYouth Services Supervisor Kayla Bolton talks about the FCPL Reads in 2022 program. More information can be found at https://www.forsythpl.org/fcpl-reads
Winter Reading Fun!
December 19, 2021 21:48 - 7 minutes - 7.79 MBProgramming Manager Cleo Joyce talks Winter Reading Fun prizes and upcoming programs.
FCPL's 25th Anniversary with Mary Helen McGruder
October 16, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBLibrary Board Chair Mary Helen McGruder provides some unique insight on the library's past and some tantalizing hints about its future.
Caste by Isabel Wilkerson
September 17, 2021 14:59 - 9 minutes - 6.76 MBInformation Specialist Alicia Cavitt discusses Caste by Isabel Wilkerson, the September selection of the Page Turners book club at Sharon Forks.
In-Person Programming Returns!
August 01, 2021 17:30 - 7 minutes - 8.6 MBProgramming Manager Cleo Joyce talks about the exciting return of in-person programming to all FCPL branches.
The Turbulent Life and Mysterious Death of Cherokee Chief James Vann
July 03, 2021 20:37 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBMartha and Jimmy McConnell, Co-Presidents of the Historical Society of Cumming/Forsyth County, recount the life of James Vann, his mysterious death and burial, and his legacy in Forsyth County.
The Life Cycle of a Book
May 29, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBMaterials Services Manager Jeff Fisher takes us through the process of adding, maintaining, and removing a book from the library's collection.
Raising the Cumming Library Roof
April 30, 2021 22:00 - 7 minutes - 7.81 MBBranch Manager Denise Leeson discusses the Cumming Library's new roof renovation, along with a number of other interesting projects occurring this summer.
2021 Reading Challenge
February 27, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.85 MBHost Ross Gericke and Materials Services Supervisor Jeff Fisher discuss the 2021 Reading Challenge and provide a few book recommendations along the way.
A Ride on the Bookmobile
January 29, 2021 16:55 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBHitch a ride on the library's new bookmobile with Outreach Specialist Lorraine Lane.
Winter Reading Prizes and 2021 Programming
December 18, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 7.36 MBProgram Manager Tracy Walker talks about Winter Reading Fun and some exciting programming coming in 2021.
The Library at the Laundromat
October 31, 2020 15:22 - 10 minutes - 7.43 MBOutreach Specialists Lorraine Lane and Joanie Goforth talk about the unique way the library provides services to laundromat users in Forsyth county.
The Library Bookstores Reopen
September 21, 2020 16:00 - 11 minutes - 12.1 MBJodie Barger, President of the FCPL Friends and Advocates, announces the reopening of the library bookstores on October 1st. She also talks about the important role the Friends and Advocates play for the library and how you can join.
Virtual Programming Revisited
August 31, 2020 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9.76 MBLibrarians Brooke Rose and Amy Szvetecz return to discuss recent exciting changes to our virtual programming options.
A Reading Challenge
July 29, 2020 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.42 MBLibrarian Kayla Bolton talks about reading challenges and recommends graphic novels for all ages.
Forsyth Remembers Lake Lanier
July 05, 2020 15:26 - 10 minutes - 10.7 MBTwo Forsyth County residents reminisce about the early days of Lake Lanier.
Summer Reading in 2020
June 08, 2020 14:59 - 6 minutes - 7.96 MBAmy Szvetecz, Youth Services Supervisor at Hampton Park, discusses the changes to this year's Summer Reading program.
Virtual Programming and Services
April 13, 2020 21:26 - 11 minutes - 11.9 MBStaff members Amy Szvetecz and Brooke Rose discuss how FCPL is providing unique virtual programming and services while the library is closed.
The Historical Society of Cumming and Forsyth County
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutes - 12.1 MBRoss talks to Martha and Jimmy McConnell, co-presidents of the Historical Society of Cumming and Forysth County, about the services they offer and their current projects.
Museum Passes and the Seed Library
February 29, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 8.41 MBHost Ross Gericke talks with library staff about some of our unique museum passes and the seed libraries at the Hampton Park and Cumming branches.
Census 2020
January 29, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 9.1 MBJoan Dudzinski, Information Services Supervisor at the Cumming branch, explains why the census is important and how the library can help.
New Programs in the New Year
January 01, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 17.6 MBProgram Manager Tracy Walker returns to the podcast to give us the scoop on what library programs we should be looking forward to in 2020.
A Discussion of There There by Tommy Orange
December 01, 2019 11:00 - 9 minutes - 10 MBA recent library book club, led by our own Deputy Director Steven Kight, discusses the novel There There by Tommy Orange.
Jeff Shaara on Gods and Generals
October 28, 2019 10:00 - 14 minutes - 15.2 MBAuthor Jeff Shaara discusses his book Gods and Generals, the official selection of Forsyth Reads Together in 2020. Be sure to register at www.forsythpl.org to see Jeff Shaara in person at the Forsyth Conference Center on April 14th, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
The Library is Closing! (Temporarily)
September 25, 2019 10:00 - 7 minutes - 8.35 MBDenise Leeson, Branch Manager of the Cumming library, talks about the library's temporary closure for renovation and what to expect when it reopens.
Talking Books and Expanding Languages
August 30, 2019 10:00 - 9 minutes - 11.9 MBMaterials Services Manager Jeff Fisher talks about two exciting and expanding collections at the library: Vox books and books in foreign languages. Plus, he gives a personal reading recommendation.
Forsyth Remembers: The Moon Landing
July 29, 2019 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9.86 MBThis special preview of our new, ongoing Forsyth Remembers program features recorded memories of the Apollo 11 moon landing by Forsyth County residents.
The Murder on the Links: Act III
June 29, 2019 10:00 - 7 minutes - 9.1 MBThe final act of librarian Alicia Cavitt's adaptation of Agatha Christie's The Murder on the Links into an audio drama starring library patrons and librarians.
The Murder on the Links: Act II
June 12, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 10.1 MBThe second act of librarian Alicia Cavitt's adaptation of Agatha Christie's The Murder on the Links into an audio drama starring library patrons and librarians.
The Murder on the Links: Act I
May 30, 2019 10:00 - 9 minutes - 10.1 MBOn a special episode of Unreadable, Librarian Alicia Cavitt adapts Agatha Christie's The Murder on the Links into an audio drama starring library patrons and librarians.
Self Publish or Traditionally Publish?
April 27, 2019 10:00 - 14 minutes - 15.8 MBShould you self publish or traditionally publish your book? Our panelist of authors and industry professionals discuss the ups and downs of getting your book published.