Archive for October, 2008
Smathers Libraries to host NaNoWriMo “Write-In” event
Every November for the past six years, people from all over the nation have pledged to write a 175-page (50,000 word) novel in just one month for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). The George A. Smathers Libraries, will host a middle-of-the-month “Write-In” to support NaNoWriMo writers as well as those interested in learning more about [...]
Read More..>>David Colburn to kickoff library presidential campaign exhibit
David Colburn, historian and author, will speak about his new book “From Yellow Dog Democrats to Red State Republicans” covering Florida’s political trends and its place in national politics, Monday, November 3 at 2:00 p.m. in Smathers Library, Room 1A on the first floor. The talk will be followed by a reception at 3:00 at [...]
Read More..>>UF Libraries to co-host Frontline: World – Stories from a Small Planet
The George A. Smathers Libraries, in collaboration with the Alachua County Library District, presents Frontline’s ‘World – Stories from a Small Planet’ to the Gainesville community. The libraries will jointly host a screening and discussion program at the headquarters branch of the public library, 401 E. University Avenue, on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 6:00 [...]
Read More..>>Common Reading Program READ posters
2008 Common Reading Program When the River Runs Dry by Fred Pearce. The libraries will hold a reception for Mr. Pearce on Tuesday, October 14 at 4:00 p.m. in Smathers Library (East). It is free and open to the public. Additional activities planned by the Dean of Students Office can be found at http://dso.ufl.edu/nsp/firstyearexperience/commonread/ A [...]
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