(Children's Series) A Universe of Stories

Let's Talk About Yoga and Meditation with Candyce Krohn

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 16:30:10 +0000

Learn what yoga is, and give it a try with us today! Candyce Krohn from Kundalini Rising in Nashville, Tennessee gives us some great ideas for feeling better in our bodies. Whatever your age and however your body likes to move, Candyce has ideas for us to do yoga our way. To learn more, head to http://www.kundalinirisingyoga.net/. Sat Nam!

Creatively Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling to Keep Our Home Planet Clean: A Conversation with Ally Miller (Reprise)

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 15:43:58 +0000

Ally Miller is the Program Manager at Turnip Green Creative Reuse, a center that supports artists who reuse materials in their work as well as community members who want to learn more about art and reuse. In this conversation, Ally shares simple ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle and also takes us on the journey that our recyclables take after they're picked up or dropped off. For more information about creative reuse, visit turnipgreencreativereuse.org. For answers to your recycling questions, go to hub.nashville.gov.

All About the Cub Scouts, with Linda Ackerman

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 18:56:39 +0000

This week, we talk about all things Cub Scouts! Our guest expert is Linda Ackerman, the Children's Librarian at the Portland Public Library in Tennessee. Listen in and get the scoop on how to become a Cub Scout, what the meetings are like, and how Cub Scouts are different from Boy Scouts. This is a great family-oriented program! To learn more, head over to www.scouting.org/programs/cub-scouts/.

Be Prepared! All About the Girl Scouts

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 14:51:22 +0000

Today we're talking with Susan Haslam, Troop Co-Leader Troop 1539, Service Unit 104 and Ozella Haslam, 2nd Year Cadet in Troop 1539. Let's learn about ranks, badges, and benefits of being a Girl Scout. Of course, we also talk about cookies! For more information, call (615) 383-0490 or head to https://gsmidtn.org/ and www.girlscouts.org.

Behind the Scenes at the Nashville Zoo with Erin Gray, Lead Animal Ambassador Keeper

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 16:14:15 +0000

Time for a walk on the wild side! Tag along with Erin Gray, Lead Animal Ambassador Keeper at the Nashville Zoo, as she describes a typical day working at the zoo. Does she have a favorite animal at the zoo? Are the zoo keepers afraid of any of the animals? Which animals are the the softest to touch, and which are the ickiest to touch? What's new at the zoo? For more information, climb or fly over to www.nashvillezoo.org.

A Chat with a Puppeteer and Puppets from the Nashville Puppet Theatre

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 03 Jul 2019 14:40:17 +0000

Yes, you read that right! In this episode, the puppets themselves tell us about the Nashville Puppet Theatre. Learn how the puppet shows are made and get inspired to come to a show if you're ever in Nashville. For more information, visit https://library.nashville.org/event/puppet-shows.

Storytelling with Alabama's John McCord

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 14:31:14 +0000

You're in for a treat! Pull up a chair and listen to tales from traditional storyteller John McCord. For more information about storytelling, visit www.storytellingcenter.net.

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Life with Dentist Mirna Caldwell, D.M.D.

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 16:27:57 +0000

Dr. Mirna Caldwell is here to give us the scoop on preventing cavities and keeping your mouth healthy! You'll also learn about how Dr. Mirna came to be a dentist, and she walks us through what happens when you come to visit her for a checkup. She also explains how the Tooth Fairies do their magic. For more information, visit https://hillsboropediatricdentistry.com/.

Intergalactic Adventures with Janet Ivey, Solar System Space Ambassador

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 14:08:03 +0000

If learning about science doesn't sound like fun, this conversation with Solar System Space Ambassador Janet Ivey will leave you inspired. If you love science already, Janet's enthusiasm will take your learning adventures into a galaxy far, far away. After listening to this episode, be sure to check out Janet's fantastic online resources at www.janetsplanet.com.

Step into the Life of a Tennessee Police Officer with Officer Allyson Reis

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 14:46:32 +0000

Step into the Life of a Tennessee Police Officer with Officer Allyson Reis.

A Universe of Stories...Coming Soon!

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media — Wed, 01 May 2019 19:13:16 +0000

The TN Library for Accessible Books and Media's 2019 Summer Reading Program is coming soon! This year's programs will be audio adventures that you can enjoy anytime, anywhere.