Friday, December 14, 2007

A Splendid Start to the Holiday Break!

The storm came yesterday afternoon exactly as forecast. We closed at 7 and our evening blogger never made it in. We arrived this morning to a campus transformed. Students leave after their morning exam and the timing of the storms (another to come tomorrow evening) should make for safe travel. Classes resume on January 3rd. We wish for all a time of peace and family and relaxation.See you all in 2008. Happy New Year!!!!!

Wednesday, December 12, 2007

December DVDs


December DVDs
Originally uploaded by Pesky Library
As we draw closer to winter break, it is a perfect time to think about catching up on some rest and leisure activities. We have a new selection of DVD’s that have arrived just in time for the break. Students are already perusing the shelves looking for some great movies to enjoy in their down time. Some of the titles include: Ratatouille, Waitress, Elf, The Namesake, La Vie en Rose, Love and Basketball, and Amazing Grace. For a complete listing of the December DVD’s visit the New Acquisition set on the Pesky Flickr page. Happy Viewing!

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

The mass exodus for exam #2

The clock has just struck 1:00 and students emerge from all corners of the library. They depart for their second exam of the day, English. The library has been a bustling place as students work together or alone to prepare for the days ahead.

Monday, December 10, 2007

A quiet corner found


A quiet corner found
Originally uploaded by Pesky Library
As students prepare for their Science and English exams tomorrow, they are staking out spots where they feel comfortable. This student found a back corner overlooking the Sager Bowl although his eyes have remained on his text and not on the wintry mess outside.

Friday, December 07, 2007

Stille Nacht


Stille Nacht
Originally uploaded by Pesky Library
Each year students from German classes come a'caroling in the library. This year we were fortunate to have multiple verses of Stille Nacht and O Tannenbaum sung to us Students and librarians gather round.. And, although there are many lovely holiday traditions here at the Academy, this is my personal favorite!

Thursday, December 06, 2007

Exams are coming!


Rainy afternoon
Originally uploaded by Pesky Library
Ready or not! Next week begins exam week at the Governor's. For the first time, exams are being given before Christmas break, and students are buckling down to study. There is a change in the atmosphere as students seem to realize that the time is here to use their study time wisely. Different rules apply in the library during exam week. We strongly encourage that there be silence throughout the library and most everyone seems to understand the reason behind these stricter rules during this time. Hopefully everyone will do well on their tests and then go home to a much deserved rest and to enjoy the festivities of the season.

Wednesday, December 05, 2007

Christmas Book Tree


Christmas Book Tree
Originally uploaded by Pesky Library
Aahh, holiday memories of curling up with a delightful Christmas story, a cup of cocoa and those you love crowded around. The holidays are all about reminiscing and thinking back to those simpler times when we were a wee bit younger. What better nostalgic activity than to pick up a picture book for the holidays like the classic Night Before Christmas, or maybe something a bit more recent such as Auntie Claus. We have decorated our book tree with holiday picture books ready to make their way to the warmth of your home. Happy Reading!

Tuesday, December 04, 2007

Happy Hanukkah


Hanukkah, the eight day festival of light, begins today at sundown and will be celebrated until December 12. Surrounding our menorah are a few titles offering a history of hanukkah, recipes for traditional foods, and activtites for the celebration, they include: Hanukkah: the family guide to spiritual celebration (296.4 WOL), Celebrate: stories of the Jewish Holidays (296.4 HER), A Hanakkah Treasury (296.4 HAN), and In the Jewish Tradition: a year of festivities and foods (296.4 FEL). For further information on the history and traditions of Hanukkah, visit the Jewish Outreach Institute. Best wishes to families and friends during this holiday season!