Spend the summer at your Broward County Library. Pick up the latest best seller, CD or DVD. It is also a great time to register your child for the summer reading program and find out about great programs for children and teens.

There is always something to do at your Broward County Library!

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Our Monthly Magazine

Click here to download a .pdf version of our monthly magazine, Bookings. Read about the two new library locations that opened in June, the summer reading program, Christmas in July and teen clubs. You can also cut out downloadable bookmarks from page 27. And, don't forget to check out the great programs, events and computer classes at a library near you.

Happy Birthday America!

The Fourth of July - it's the day we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and it traditionally means fireworks, fun and the American Flag. If you want to show your patriotic side, make sure you know the do's and don'ts for displaying our flag. Take these tips from Congress' flag code and you'll be flying Old Glory the right way.

The flag should be displayed only from sunrise to sunset - if it must fly at night, make sure its properly illuminated.

Don't let the flag touch the ground.

Rain? Unless you're flag is an all-weather version, don't fly it during bad weather.

The U.S. flag should always be in the center and at the highest point when a group of flags of states, localities, or organizations are displayed. And remember, if flags of two or more nations are displayed together they should be flown from separate staffs of the same height. International usage prohibits the display of the flag of one nation over another during peace time.

Flags displayed on cars or trucks should be attached to either the vehicle's chassis or the right fender. It shouldn't be flown from the antennae or displayed as a stick-on decal.

Don't use the flag as clothing, on clothing or as part of a costume. The only exceptions - military personnel, firemen, policemen and patriotic organizations.

Two Libraries Open in One Month!

The Hollywood Branch, which opened June 8, 2006, offers customers a 100,000-item collection, 56 public use computers, a wireless hotspot, three tutoring rooms, storytelling room and 30,000 square feet. Located at 2600 Hollywood Boulevard, the new branch replaces the original smaller location, which was originally built in 1959.

Click here to view a slideshow of the Hollywood Branch.

The new North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch, opened on June 24. The 20,000 square foot structure offers expanded hours - six days instead of five. The additional space also allows for more programming for adults, teens and children, and young library customers will have rooms for group study, tutoring, storytelling and programming.

Click here to view a slideshow of the new North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch.

Both new libraries were funded by the 1999 Library Bond Issue, in which Broward County voters elected to earmark $139 million to build new branches and refurbish and renew older locations.

It's Not Too Late -- Join The Summer Reading Program

Make the most out of this summer with Broward County Library's 2006 Summer Reading Program. Until July 29, you can participate in a variety of free programs and events held at library locations throughout the county. From arts and crafts to magicians, puppets to performers, there's something for every interest this summer at Broward County Library.

The Summer Reading Program also offers great prizes for children and teens who read this summer - just log the time you spend reading this summer and earn great giveaways from your library. "On the Edge" is the special Summer Reading Program for teens, and "Book Feast" is geared toward children 12 and under; each program will offer fun, prizes and special events geared toward the different age groups.

For more information, visit your local library or click on the "Book Feast" or "On The Edge" buttons at www.broward.org/library. Programs for both children and teens are listed by branch and flyers are available in a .pdf format under "Download Your Library's Flyer."

Free Downloadable Features

Broward County Library now offers free downloadable items on its website. You can download a certificate to reward your child for visiting the library or print out a fun reading list to keep track of favorite books.

The downloadable features open in a high quality .pdf document which can be printed on paper, card stock or even photo paper.

The downloadable features include bookmarks, certificates, thank you cards, bookplates and reading lists.

Click here to view these downloadable features.

Get a List of the Latest Movies

Be the first to get the newest movies. Click on any the following links to view a list of the latest movies added.

Newest Movies in Collection - Downloadable .pdf

This Week's Newest Movies

Then, click here to find out how you can place a hold and have the DVDs or videos sent to your local library.

Downloadable Origami

Want to learn origami, but think it might be too complex? Broward County Library has a new feature to show you step-by-step how to make origami.

The first lesson is a paper house, which can be turned into a piano or a bench. This fun origami piece is easy to learn with streaming video and downloadable instructions.

Click here and start making origami today!

Find A Best Seller

Broward County Library updates the best seller list each week. You can scroll through and find a book you want then place a hold and have it sent to the library of your choice when it is available.

Click here to view the Best Sellers list.

Click here to view step-by-step instructions for placing a hold.

Instructions for online services are available in the Online How To Guide. Click here to download this .pdf brochure.

This month's spotlight is the Beach Branch. Where else can you get a great book and a beautiful view of the beach?

Library Features:

Best-sellers
DVDs/VHS videos
Large-Print books
Music CDs
Books on Tape
Books on CD
8 Public Computers
25-Seat Meeting Room

Important Telephone Numbers and Web Addresses (Please click on the blue links to access the corresponding web pages)

Renew Materials: 954-357-RENU (7368)

Information and Reference at the Main Library: 954-357-7444

Youth Services Administration: 954-357-7336

Outreach Services Administration: 954-357-7348

Library Administration: 954-357-7397

Talking Books: 954-357-7555

Learning Services (Literacy Programs): 954-357-8211

Dial-A-Story: 954-357-7777

Ask a Librarian

Florida Center for the Book: 954-357-7401

Bienes Center for the Literary Arts: 954-357-8692

Broward County Library

Broward Public Library Foundation: 954-357-7382

Friends of Broward County Libraries

Online Resources

New Movies in Collection - .pdf version

Did you know that according to the 2005 Florida Library Directory with Statistics, published by the State Library and Archives of Florida, compared to all other Florida public libraries, Broward County Libraries has the:

• Largest total amount of square footage provided for library services (1.3 million square feet)
  
• Highest number of annual public service hours (89,683)
  
• Highest number of FTE (Full Time Equivalent) librarians (228 FTE) and the largest total paid FTE staff in the state (846 FTE)
  
• Highest number of volunteer hours (133,000)
  
• Highest overall income for library services ($57.7 million) and highest amount of funds expended ($55.3 million) for library services
  
• Highest amount of funds expended on library materials ($7.5 million)
  
• Largest collections of audios (292,547) and videos (205,215)
  
• Highest overall circulation of materials (8.7 million)
  
• Highest number of library card holders (944,555)
  
• Highest number of visits (9.5 million)
  
• Highest total reference count (3.2 million)
  
• Highest number of programs (16,230) and program attendance (565,273)
  
• Highest number of staff computers (1,089) and public computers (1,156)
  

Click here to search the catalog for a book, DVD, audio book, or everything else in the Library's collection.