Vivian Harsh at Woodson Library Needs New Microfilm Machines
August 29th, 2011 by Shorty-
I was conducting research at Vivian Harsh at Woodson Library on yesterday, and was sorely disappointed by the lack of resources at this widely acclaimed research institution and regional library. There were four microfilm machines. Only three were working. Of those three, only one could make copies. I was there with another person who got there before me, so I was pretty much S.O.L.
The reel on the machine I was on advanced quickly, but I couldn’t print. The reel on the machine that make copies did not advance automatically, so the other person had to turn the knob. Either way, it was a lose-lose situation.
Because of the regard I hold for Vivian Harsh, the first African American librarian in Chicago, and the esteem held for Woodson library, I think new microfilm machines are needed. Repair of the current machines would do no justice for this institution. And it’s a research library! How do you not have tools for people to successfully complete their projects?
I would not take photos. It was already bad enough to have to write this story, but to add images of the machines would add insult to injury.
What needs to be done to get new microfilm machines??
FREE Law at the Library Woodson – February 12, 2011
February 10th, 2011 by Shorty
The Chicago Public Library and the Chicago Bar Association partner once again to present Law at the Library, a free monthly lecture series focusing on today’s hot and timely legal topics.
Changes In Tax Law
Saturday, February 12 at 2:00 p.m.
Woodson Regional Library
9525 S. Halsted Street
(312) 747-6921
Employment Law at Woodson Library – April 10th
April 7th, 2010 by Shorty
Come out and get your questions answered at this FREE employment law workshop will be held on Saturday, April 10 at 2:00 p.m. at Woodson Regional Library, 9525 S. Halsted Street.
Call (312) 747-6921 for more information.
FREE Buying and Selling a Home Workshop – March 13th
March 1st, 2010 by Shorty
As part of Chicago Public Library’s Law at the Library series, this FREE workshop will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 13th at Woodson Regional Library located at 9525 S. Halsted Street. Contact (312) 747-6921 for more information.
A Ten Year Retrospective – Opening Reception February 6th
February 4th, 2010 by Shorty
This FREE exhibit runs from February 6 – December 11, 2010.
FREE Law at the Library – Woodson Regional
February 3rd, 2010 by Shorty
The Chicago Bar Association and the Chicago Public Library have partnered to offer Law at the Library. These are free monthly lecture series focusing on today’s hot and timely legal topics held at Harold Washington, Sulzer Regional and Woodson Regional libraries.
Changes in Tax Law will be held at Woodson Library at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2010. Woodson is located at 9525 S. Halsted Street / 312.747.6921.
Dr. Haki Madhubuti at Woodson Library
January 24th, 2010 by Shorty
Liberation Narratives
Author, educator and poet Dr. Haki Madhbuti will discuss and autograph his new book, Liberation Narratives: Collected and New Poems, 1966 – 2009. This free event will begin at 1:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Carter G. Woodson Library, 9525 S. Halsted on Saturday, February 13, 2010.
To learn more about Dr. Madhubuti, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haki_R._Madhubuti.
For more information about th event, visit www.chipublib.org or call 312.747.4050
Chicago Public Library Celebrates African American History Month
January 18th, 2010 by ShortyThe Chicago Public Library (CPL) has a line up of free programs, special events, and exhibits at many libraries throughout the month of February to celebrate the achievements, culture, and heritage of African Americans in visual arts.
Richard Hunt, a Chicago sculptor who has completed more public sculptures than any other artist in the country, will kick off events with a discussion about his life and illustrious career. Also, lyric soprano Jonita Lattimore will grace the audience with inspirational musical selections. This opening event will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Woodson Regional Library located at 9525 S. Halsted on January 30, 2010.
Here are some highlights from the Chicago Public Library’s 2010 African American History Month observance:
- Author Event
Haki Madhubuti will discuss and autograph his new book, Liberation Narratives: Collected and New Poems, 1966-2009.
- Urban Rockwell Cartooning
Michael Burton will teach patrons the art of cartooning in a one-hour class.
- Fine Art
Artist Krystal Webb will demonstrate the fine art of mosaic picture making.
- Storytelling
Storyteller Linda Braggs, will delight children with exciting stories of African American Folktales.
- Patricia Liddell Researchers’ Annual Black History Celebration
The Patricia Liddell Researchers, Chicago ’s chapter of the African American Historical and Genealogical Society, will demonstrate techniques and offer advice on the best resources to use when tracing ancestral lineage in this annual genealogy program.
- The Business of Art
Erika and Monika Simmons (The Double Stitch Twins) will discuss how they took their passion for crocheting from their living room to the sales floor of Macy’s.
- Drama & Theatre
The Unity Drama Group presents From Slavery to Freedom, a dramatic play chronicling 400 years of African American History.
- Author Event
Sisi Donald Mosby will discuss and autograph his new book, Black Holocaust: The Fred Hampton Murder Case.
For more information about African American history programs, a calendar of events is available at http://www.chipublib.org/events/for/month/2/year/2010/. You can also visit a neighborhood branch library or call the CPL information center at 312.747.4300.