New Acquisition and Exhibition!
Have you ever heard the phrase “an orange a day keeps the doctor away”? The health benefits commonly associated with oranges today became widely known as a direct result of the booming citrus industries in California. Before then, oranges were considered a luxury item only available to the wealthy. The unlikely story behind the orange’s
New features in Cabell's
For many years, Cabell’s Directory of Publishing Opportunities has been one of the top tools for researchers to identify journals and publishers to showcase their work. Its Whitelist provides a wealth of information on each journal, allowing potential authors to evaluate the journal’s acceptance rates, peer-review process, length of review, time to publication, impact, and
Student-Curated Display: "Quakes and Fires"
Southern California is one of the most beautiful regions in the world. The weather is warm and sunny nearly all year round, the food is amazing, and the people are wonderful. However, at times, it is easy to forget that California, like other areas, has its own set of natural disasters. Longtime residents are aware that
We're Moving!
The Leatherby Libraries’ current interlibrary loan system (ILL), ILLiad, will continue to run until Sunday, August 19, however, on Monday, August 20, the library will shut down ILLiad. ILL patrons will not be able to submit ILL requests on Monday, August 20. From August 21 – 29, patrons will be able to submit ILL requests,
New Materials for August
Trying to figure out something to do during these hot summer days? Stay in and enjoy the air conditioning while watching a classic (cartoon): Looney tunes platinum collection. Breeze through some light reading with one of our newly added graphic novels, Batman or Iron Fist. Anyone with an appreciation for art or Disney should check
Elbow Grease and Pixie Dust: Memories of Disneyland Maintenance
Have you ever gone to Disneyland and found yourself wondering “How is everything here always so perfect?” Even the smallest details, from the precisely cut hedges to the expertly crafted ride decorations, are monumentally effective in fostering the sense of magical nostalgia that defines the Disney experience. In his book, Elbow Grease and Pixie Dust,
CARL-DIAL Meeting
Last Thursday, the Leatherby Libraries welcomed members of CARL-DIAL to discuss diversity issues and explore some of the library’s exhibits and displays. CARL (California Academic & Research Libraries) is an organization founded in 1929 to provide professional growth opportunities and support a growing network of academic or research libraries in California. In the early 1980s,
New Materials for July
Happy 4th of July! Have a few extra days off? Why not catch up on some reading or check out a new DVD? Before telling ghost stories in front of a bonfire, see how the subject is tackled in film, photography and literature by reading Espectros : ghostly hauntings in contemporary transhispanic narratives. Curious about
Student-Curated Display: Travel Destinations
For many people, summer is a time to take time off and enjoy themselves before the fall. When I think of summer, a few things come to mind: the beach, the sun, sleep, and travel. I have always been fortunate enough to travel over the summer, whether it be traveling to a different parts of
Summer Materials for June
Summer is here! Take a look at some of the summer-themed books and media we have at Leatherby Libraries. Find out where the best beaches in Orange County are by checking out Sun, sand & surf : the ultimate guide to Orange County beaches. On your way to the beach (or class) listen to the