The Information Place

Patron Advocate Katie Miller and Adult Programming Specialist Catie Stewart step back into the booth to talk about the upcoming Mental Health Resource Fair at the Main Library. Mentioned in this episode: Mental Health Resource Fair 2026 - Visit the Mental Health Resource Fair at the Main Branch to discover many of the local organizations offering mental health services to Clark County. Free Comic Book Day - Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the Library! Take a look at all of the events going on at CCPL locations and be sure to listen to the Free Comic Book Day episode of The Spinner Rack. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Welcome back to The Spinner Rack, this time with special guest Miri! In this month's issue, they discuss Free Comic Book Day, what they are excited to see on offer, and the multitude of awesome events happening at the Clark County Public Library that day.  *Slight correction: To complete your Superfan stamp card, you will need 8 stamps, not the 5 stated. Apologies for any confusion!    Mentioned in this issue:  Free Comic Book Day at the Library – See the list of Free Comic Book Day events and which branch they are taking place at.   Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library.  CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library. 

Skye and Jonathan are back again, this time with the first episode of their new comic and graphic novel podcast, The Spinner Rack! In this month's issue, they discuss the latest Marvel and DC trailer releases, upcoming Titans runs, and Skye faces the daunting task of blind ranking Batman: The Animated Series characters.    Mentioned in this issue:  Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library.  Libby – Libby has a vast collection of digital graphic novels, manga, and comics available for check out. Not sure where to begin? Check out the Comics Guide for recommendations!  Hoopla – Sign up for Hoopla with your email address and library card to access thousands of digital graphic novels, single issue comics, and trade paperbacks, available for instant check out. No need to wait in a weeks-long hold line for a single issue!  CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library.  Have a segment suggestion or discussion topic idea? Send an email to [email protected].

Did you go batty for our Batman Day bonus episode? Skye and Jonathan are back! This episode they're chatting with Amanda about the Eisner Awards. Want even more talk about comics and graphic novels? Keep an eye out for Skye and Jonathan's regular feature; The Spinner Rack!  Mentioned in this episode: Graphic Novels at CCPL - Browse the collection of graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. hoopla - Hoopla has an extensive collection of graphic novels, comics, and manga. Borrow and enjoy these as well as audiobooks, eBooks, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card! Hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Sign-up with your email address and library card and be sure to check out the 2025 Eisner Award Winners collection! Libby - Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere. All you need to get started is a library card. Not sure where to get started with comics, graphic novels, and manga? Take a look at the Comics Guide for suggestions from Libby librarians. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Matt Naylor, Interim Director at the Clark County Public Library, wraps up the year with a round-up of all the new happenings at the library for 2025. Mentioned in this episode: Northridge and Tuttle Branches - Take a look at the newest CCPL locations through construction snapshots and photos from the grand opening celebrations. Be sure to visit in person, say hello to staff, and see all the fantastic things these new branches have to offer! Library of Things - A Library of Things breaks the mold of what a library typically offers with items ranging from board games, cones for driving test practice, CD players, book magnifiers, and much more. Plus, why buy when you can borrow? Check out the Bicycles tab for more information on the Bike Borrowing Program. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities going on at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Amanda chats about International Games Month and National Novel Writing Month and the Reference staff share their favorite games. Mentioned in this episode: The Great Courses Library Edition - Available through Libby Extras, The Great Courses Library Collection is a video on demand service brought to you by The Great Courses. With thousands of in-depth videos by the world's greatest professors, you'll always have something fascinating to learn about. There are never any commercials no matter how much you watch, and you can pause, rewind, fast forward or re-watch as often as you like. The best part is, it's free with your library card! Check out a 7-day pass through the Libby app and take a look at the Literature category for courses such as The Art of Storytelling, Writing Great Fiction, and How to Publish your Book! Gale Courses - Gale Courses offers a wide range of highly interactive, instructor led courses that you can take entirely online. As a library card holder in good standing, you are entitled to these courses at no cost. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month. Looking to brush up on your writing skills? Check out the Writing and Publishing category for courses like Beginning Writer's Workshop, Keys to Effective Editing, Beginner's Guide to Getting Published and many more! Board Games at CCPL - Did you know you can check out board games at the library? We also have TTRPG books and boxed sets! The weather outside is getting frightful, so stop by the library and plan your next cozy family game night. Once the weather warms up, be sure to check out the outdoor games available in our Library of Things! Video Games at CCPL - Get your game on with the library! Our collection includes games for PlayStation, Nintendo, and XBox (consoles not included). CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Listeners beware, you're in for a scare!  Come one, come all! The winners of the 2025 Spooky Short Story Contest are here to send shivers down your spine. Pull up a chair and listen to these tales of terror written by local young authors. 6-8 Runner-Up: "The Pumpkin Book" by Dylan (00:01:59) 6-8 Winner: "The Three Witches" by Riley, read by CCPL staff (00:04:39) 9-12 Runner-Up: "12.07" by Devyn (00:09:19) 9-12 Winner: "Turndown Service" by Matthew (00:14:33) Teen Runner-Up: "The Puppeteer" by Lillianna (00:20:17) Teen Winner: "The Crib" by Devyn, read by CCPL staff (00:27:12)   The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Riddle me this, riddle me that, when is the day we celebrate the Bat...man? September 20th is Batman Day and some of our staff are very excited about it! Join Library Assistant Skye Perez and IT Manager Jonathan Knight as they share their love of all things Batman. Mentioned in this episode: Batman in the CCPL Collection - From comics to books, movies to games, and much more! Check out all of the Batman items available from CCPL. Comics on Hoopla - Whether you're looking for the classic Detective Comics, the new Absolute Batman, or anything in between, take a look at Hoopla's comics section for all your Dark Knight needs! CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities going on at your library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Patron Advocate Katie Miller and Reference Librarian Zoë Spangler rejoin Amanda in the booth for a comedy cavalcade! Katie gives insight into comedy and mental health while Zoë stumps her cohosts with top comedy film trivia. Mentioned in this episode: Funny and Female - In honor of the first lady of comedy, Lucille Ball, check out some of these great films featuring other funny ladies. List courtesy of IMDb.com. Must-Read Humor - A mix of witty, satirical, and offbeat reads—this list blends classic humor with irreverent twists for laughs in all forms. From NoveList Plus, a trusted source of expert read-alike recommendations, available through libraries around the world. Spooky Short Story Contest - Attention young writers! It's time for the annual CCPL Spooky Short Story Contest! Open to Clark County residents age 6-18 (and still in high school), full contest details and submission requirements can be found on the library's website. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

We're halfway through the 2025 Summer Challenge and halfway through the year. That makes this the perfect time to catch up with our January guests, Cathy Reid and Cindy Firman, to see how their yearly reading challenges are going.  Mentioned in this episode: Color Our World: Summer Challenge 2025 - Check out our website for more information on the Summer Challenge, how to participate, and all the great programs and events this summer at CCPL! Beanstack - Sign up with Beanstack to log your Summer Challenge activities for the chance to earn freebies and be entered in the grand prize drawings! Download the Beanstack Tracker app or visit the website at ccplohio.beanstack.org.  CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

It's Summer Challenge time! Catie Stewart and Sonya Knisley return to give us the scoop on Clark County Public Library's 2025 Summer Challenge. This year's theme is Color Our World and the challenge runs from June 1st through July 31st. Be sure to sign up early and check out all the fun happening at your library! Mentioned in this episode: Color Our World: Summer Challenge 2025 - Check out our website for more information on the Summer Challenge, how to participate, and all the great programs and events this summer at CCPL! Beanstack - Sign up with Beanstack to log your Summer Challenge activities for the chance to earn freebies and be entered in the grand prize drawings! Download the Beanstack Tracker app or visit the website at ccplohio.beanstack.org.  CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Your presence is requested at The Information Place. You'll be joining your host, Amanda, and other esteemed guests, Cathy Hackett and Allison Peck, for a delightful evening of murder, mystery, and mayhem. And we would have gotten away with it, too, if it weren't for those meddling kids! Mentioned in this episode: The Great Courses - The Libby app has more to offer than great eBooks. Available through Libby Extras, The Great Courses offers engaging and understandable lectures by esteemed professors, professionals, and experts in topics ranging from history, better living, science, language learning, and much more. Checking out a 7-day pass gives you access to the full The Great Courses Library Collection including The Secrets of Great Mystery and Suspense Fiction taught by Professor David Schmid, Ph.D.  Kanopy - Kanopy has over 30,000 documentaries, classic, and indie films available to Clark County Public Library cardholders. Looking for some of the British detective shows we mentioned in the episode? You're in luck! Death in Paradise, Midsomer Murders, and Father Brown are all available through Kanopy. Five Minute Mysteries - Check out this link to the Internet Archive for eighty-two stories from the Five Minute Mysteries radio show. Originally aired on the Mutual Broadcasting Network from August of 1947 to March of 1950, Five Minute Mysteries offered guest panelists the opportunity to play detective and guess the perpetrator before the solution to the crime was revealed at the end of the episode. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode including the Mental Health Resource Fair, Tunes-n-Tales: There Was A Party For Langston, and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Welcome back to The Information Place! It's been a minute since our last episode, so join Amanda and special guest Sonya Knisley for a quick rundown of some new and returning collections and upcoming events at the Clark County Public Library. Mentioned in this episode: Community Engagement - What is Community Engagement? Check out their page at ccplohio.org to meet the Community Engagement Team and find out what they do. Be sure to tune in for our next episode where the team will share one of their awesome community outreach programs! Library of Things - The Clark County Public Library’s Library of Things is a collection of fun, useful, and unexpected items that go beyond what you would normally expect from your community library. A Library of Things breaks the mold of what a library typically offers with items ranging from board games, cones for driving test practice, CD players, book magnifiers, and much more. Seed Library - The Seed Library at Clark County Public Library is back! Click the link to check out our new Seed Library Resource Guide. Visit us at the Main branch Reference desk to become a member and check out seeds for your garden! Tunes-n-Tales - There Was a Party for Langston - Follow the link for more information and to register for the very special Tunes-n-Tales: There Was a Party for Langston event! Special thanks to permissions from the author, illustrators, Simon & Schuster and Writer’s House. Additionally, we wish to greatly thank the composer, conductor, educator, Evan Williams, DMA. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Everyone at CCPL is anxiously awaiting Spring's arrival. In the meantime, Katie Miller and Jerry Reed join Amanda to talk about how to beat the Winter Blues. Mentioned in this episode: Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center - Looking for some new hobbies to add to your toolkit? Hobbies and Craft Source offers detailed "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Full text is provided from leading hobby and craft magazines. Freegal Music - Want to expand your musical horizons? Freegal offers access to about 15 million songs, including Sony Music's catalog of legendary artists, and over 40,000 music videos. In total, the collection is comprised of music from over 40,000 labels with music that originates from over 100 countries. There is no software to download, and there are no digital rights management (DRM) restrictions. With your library card, you can stream Freegal Music up to three hours per day and download three songs per week. 988 Lifeline - If you are experiencing mental health struggles, emotional distress, or alcohol or drug use concerns, we encourage you to seek help. When people call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline, they are connected to trained crisis counselors who are part of the existing 988 Lifeline network, made up of over 200 local crisis centers. These crisis counselors are trained to provide free and confidential emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress and connect them to resources. These services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the United States. Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you judgment-free care. Connecting with someone can help save your life. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Join us from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 for our Tuttle Branch Grand Opening Celebration!   Stop by to visit the branch, explore all that it has to offer, pick up some special library swag (while supplies last) and some refreshments too! With an open feel and a bright, colorful interior, customers will love utilizing this new space to attend programs, host meetings and take advantage of our wealth of library services.   The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Happy New Year! It's officially 2025, which means it's time to set your yearly reading goal or start a reading challenge. Cathy Reid and Cindy Firman join Amanda for a chat about reading challenges and some of the resources available through CCPL to help you succeed in your reading goal. Mentioned in this episode: NoveList Plus - NoveList Plus helps readers discover fiction and non-fiction books that match their interests or mood by providing detailed book and author information, recommendations, reviews, and curated reading lists. Participating in the 2025 NoveList Reading Challenge? At NoveList Plus you can find lists of recommendations for each month's prompt. Book Clubs & Discussion Groups - Book Clubs are a great way to discover books you might not have read otherwise, and they can help get you closer to your yearly reading goal! Check out some of the book clubs and discussion groups happening at CCPL. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

In the final episode of 2024, Amanda is joined by Adult Programming Specialist Catie Stewart and Circulation/Outreach Assistant Cathy Brink to talk about the special holiday events going on at the library. Featuring a year-end message from CCPL Director Bill Martino. Mentioned in this episode: Rudolph's Holiday Workshop Wonderland - The Main Library’s Rotunda has been transformed! In this Holiday Workshop Wonderland for children 17 and under, walk along the colorful path to interact with characters from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, get photo ops, receive sweet treats, and participate in activities! Christmas in South Charleston - Celebrate Christmas in South Charleston with the library! Enjoy the parade (including the CCPL Bookmobile), meet the Grinch and Max, and participate in holiday themed activities at our Houston branch. Cookies, crafts, and prizes will be available free to the public, while supplies last! Holiday in the City - Take a look at the official Holiday in the City Facebook page for more information on all the holiday fun happening in Springfield! CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

November is ALA International Games Month! To celebrate, we've invited the library's resident Dungeon Masters Kylee Ervin and Alissa Zapieki to chat about all things gaming.  Mentioned in this episode: D&D for Kids and Teens at Main - Interested in joining the D&D groups at the Main branch? Follow the links for more information about the Explorer's Club for kids (ages 9-12) and the Adventurer's Guild for teens (ages 13-18). D&D for Kids and Teens at Park - Looking to sign up for one of the Park branch's D&D clubs? Follow the links for more information about the Treasure Hunters for kids (ages 9-12) and the Monster Slayers club orD&D 5e Tournament: Astral Rumble event for teens (ages 13-18). Rose City Roleplayers - Whether you're a Game Master or a newbie to tabletop roleplaying games, Greyson Sanders from Wittenberg University and Elizabeth Randall will be at the Main Branch to show you the ins and outs of TTRPGs. Adults 18 and over (and out of high school). Dungeons & Dragons at the Library - Embark on an exciting quest at the Houston Branch with the fifth edition of the classic roleplaying game Dungeons & Dragons! For ages 13 and older. Games at CCPL - Take a look at the video games and board games available to check out with your CCPL library card! CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Turn off the lights and lock the doors! Things are about to get spooky! This month John Pelletier and Kim Evans join Amanda and share their love of all things horror. Featuring a special guest appearance by a local horror author! Mentioned in this episode: Horror Highlights Podcast Picks - Check out some of John, Kim, and Amanda's favorite horror books! Then take a look at some of our other curated lists, like New in Horror books, Chilling Tales on Audio, or Bone-Chilling TV Shows to Watch in the Dark! Kanopy - Be sure to check out Kanopy's Fright Fest theme this month featuring horror films for Halloween, from cult hits to foreign film thrills, and everything in-between! Kanopy partners with public libraries and universities to bring you an ad-free experience that can be enjoyed on your TV, mobile phone, tablet, and online. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films, and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain. Log in with your library membership and enjoy a diverse catalog with new titles added every month. Tickets are used to play videos on Kanopy. Each month, you receive a set number of tickets from your library. Your tickets reset on the first day of the month, and unused tickets don't roll over to the next month. hoopla - Prepare for sleepless nights with hoopla's Best of Horror collection. Every page and sound will have you looking over your shoulder! Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card! Hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Sign-up with your email address and library card! CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode, including the Spooky Short Story Contest, and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Did you know September is Library Card Sign-Up Month? Join our previous (and a couple of future) guest hosts as they share their favorite ways to use their library cards. Want to get a your own library card? Check out the Get a CCPL Library Card link at ccplohio.org for eligibility information and to sign up for an eCard. You can also sign up for a card in-person at any CCPL location. For further information, please check out our Library Card FAQ page! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Pop some popcorn and grab your favorite soda! We're going to the movies! This month, Cathy Hackett and Zoë Spangler join Amanda for a chat about their favorite films, the Manhattan Short Film Festival, and some of the library's resources for movie lovers. Mentioned in this episode: Manhattan Short Film Festival - From a single screen on the side of a truck to a weeklong worldwide event! The Manhattan Short Film Festival is a chance for audiences around the world to celebrate international short films and vote on their favorites. A full list of screening venues and dates is available on the festival’s website where you can also view the festival trailer, see the list of finalists, and check out Q&As with some of the films’ creators. The Clark County Public Library will be hosting multiple screenings during the festival week. For information on the screenings at CCPL, check out our Events page! Kanopy - Kanopy partners with public libraries and universities to bring you an ad-free experience that can be enjoyed on your TV, mobile phone, tablet, and online. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films, and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain. Log in with your library membership and enjoy a diverse catalog with new titles added every month. Tickets are used to play videos on Kanopy. Each month, you receive a set number of tickets from your library. Your tickets reset on the first day of the month, and unused tickets don't roll over to the next month. hoopla - Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card! Hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Sign-up with your email address and library card. iNDIEFLIX - IndieFlix is a streaming movie service that offers access to pop culture favorites, box office hits, award-winning feature films, documentaries, and shorts. Check out a 7-day pass from the Extras section in Libby for full, unlimited access to IndieFlix. Cathy's Favorite Films - Want more recommendations from CCPL's resident movie buff and DVD selector? Check out this list of Cathy Hackett's favorite films! CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode, including the Amateur Radio Intro & Prep classes, the Spooky Short Story Contest, and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Back to school time is quickly approaching! Jan Williams and Zoë Spangler join Amanda in the booth this month to talk about preparing for the return to the classroom. Jan shares back to school preparedness tips while Zoë demonstrates some of the educational databases the library offers. Mentioned in this episode: ABCmouse - An online early learning program designed by education experts to provide young children with a comprehensive educational foundation. It offers many interactive activities, including games, puzzles, songs, and stories covering essential subjects like reading, math, science, music, and art. Tailored for children ages 2-8, ABCmouse creates a fun and engaging learning environment the helps kids playfully develop crucial skills, It's an excellent resource for children preparing to start school for the first time or returning after a break, as it fosters a love of learning and boosts confidence in their academic abilities. To access the home version of ABCmouse, first-time users will create an account with their library card by visiting the ABCmouse website or downloading the ABCmouse app on a compatible device. Once registered, users can log in on any device with internet access and explore its educational activities. Learning Express Library - An online educational platform that offers interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards, and other study materials designed to help learners of all ages build the core skills they need to succeed. It offers job search and workplace skill improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, science, social studies, career certification, license exam prep, college and grad school entrance test prep, GED test prep, and more. Whether you're a student returning to school, an adult looking to refresh your skills, or someone preparing for exams like the SAT, ACT, or GRE, LearningExpress Library offers valuable tools and guidance. It's an excellent resource for gaining confidence in your studies and achieving your academic and career goals. Find LearningExpress Library in our Online Resources A-Z list. First-time users can register with a valid e-mail and start exploring. No library card is required to make an account. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Jason Wearly, supervisor of the upcoming Tuttle Branch, steps into the studio to talk about CCPL's new Seed Library. He and Amanda also chat about farmer's markets, county fairs, and other summer fun happening this month. The Summer Reading Program is still going on through July 27th! Make sure to turn in your entries for a chance win some great prizes and check out all the events and activities the Clark County Public Library has to offer! Mentioned in this episode: CCPL Seed Library - Click here for more information on the Seed Library or to print a membership form. Return completed forms to the Main Branch Reference desk and check out what seeds we have to offer! Master Gardeners - Find out more about the OSU Extension Master Gardeners program, what services and resources they offer, or how to become a Master Gardener Volunteer! Summer Reading Program - Information on the 2024 Summer Reading program rules, prizes, printable entry forms, and the Adventure Story Contest! CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode plus many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

We're going on a reading adventure! Join Sonya Knisley, Head of Children's Services, as she gives us the scoop on the Summer Reading program which runs from June 1st through July 27th. She also shares her journey into library work and some great reading recommendations. For more information on the 2024 Summer Reading program rules, events, prizes, and printable entry forms, visit our Summer Reading page. Want to know what else is happening at Clark County Public Library? Visit our website at ccplohio.org! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield Ohio.

The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield Ohio. Thanks for joining us for our first episode where host Amanda will be chatting with Katie Miller, CCPL's Patron Advocate, about Mental Health Awareness Month. For more information on Mental Health Awareness Month, visit Mental Health America's website at mhanational.org. For more information on Clark County Public Library, upcoming events, and Katie's recommended reads, check out our website at ccplohio.org!