Brenda Ellis

Introduction to the new Library Search (Webinar)

Brenda Ellis — 2024-02-01T10:39:49-0500

The new LibrarySearch provides an updated interface, replacing the current MIDCAT and previous LibrarySearch systems. Join librarians for an introductory webinar. Topics will include:

- Basic searching
- Advanced Searching
- Accessing your account
- Accessing Full Text
- Requesting items
- Course Reserves
- Troubleshooting

Tuesday Feb 6^th 1 - 2pm - Register here

Thursday Feb 8^th 1 - 2pm - Register here

Celebrate Black History Month at the Library!

Brenda Ellis — 2023-02-20T15:05:20-0500

The Middlebury Libraries are celebrating Black History Month with displays throughout the Davis Family Library. You’ll find a variety of books and media that can be checked out from the carts in front of the Library Circulation Desk and other parts of the Library. On the upper floor you’ll find a large display of books related to black individuals who have been featured on U.S. postage stamps. Elsewhere there are small pop-up displays on book carts (ex. books on black baseball players and leagues in the sports section). There’s even books related to black history on display in the Reference section on the main floor.

Black History Month Featured Website

Brenda Ellis — 2023-02-07T14:04:21-0500

February is Black History Month. Check out the National Museum of African American History & Culture / Smithsonian’s website featuring “Black History Month” with a variety of content. Learn the story of how Black History Month originated.

Remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Brenda Ellis — 2023-01-16T14:24:35-0500

“I Have a Dream” speech by Martin Luther King, Jr. HD (subtitled), from RARE FACTS

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Brenda Ellis — 2022-05-17T13:16:11-0400

This month we celebrate Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Classes are over and finals are upon us, but it’s never to soon to think about your summer reading. The library has lots of options. Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning is one that is available in print and as an e-book, so those with active Midd id’s can login remotely to read it (and seniors, you can until your midd login expires).

April is Autism Awareness Month

Brenda Ellis — 2022-04-21T12:29:18-0400

April is Autism Awareness month. The Middlebury Library has a number of related titles and a dedicated Disability Studies Guide to get you started. Read Fearlessly Different: an autistic actor’s journey to Broadway’s biggest stage (available in print, ebook, and audiobook). Want to watch a film? Try Kanopy, our streaming service, and search keyword autism. Take time this month to explore the wealth of resources available from our collections or at your fingertips online.

Staff Picks: "Eight" by Dustin Lance Black

Brenda Ellis — 2022-04-06T14:58:32-0400

It’s “GAYpril” and in this post, Brenda Ellis, Senior Research & Instruction Librarian, writes about “Eight,” a play by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, about defending the freedom for same sex couples to marry.

Celebrate Black History Month

Brenda Ellis — 2022-02-02T16:35:36-0500

In conjunction with the Anderson Freeman Center, Middlebury Libraries have put together a physical and digital display showcasing a number of resources celebrating Black History Month. These works include fiction, non-fiction, film, recommended podcasts, and more. Starting the week of February 14th, the physical display can be found in the Atrium of the Davis Family Library.

Staff Picks: "They Called Me Number One" by Bev Sellars

Brenda Ellis — 2021-11-22T14:37:57-0500

November is Native American Heritage Month and in this post, Brenda Ellis, Senior Research & Instruction Librarian, writes about “They Called Me Number One,” a memoir by Xatśūll Chief Bev Sellars.

Native American Heritage Month

Brenda Ellis — 2021-11-05T15:11:31-0400

In conjunction with the Anderson Freeman Center, Middlebury Libraries have put together a physical and digital display showcasing a number of resources by and about Native Americans. These works include fiction, non-fiction, plays, film, and music. For the month of November, the physical display can be found in the Atrium of the Davis Family Library.