Off The Shelf with Marie and Katherine

City of Rochester, NH
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Off The Shelf is hosted by public librarians Marie Lejeune and Katherine Parker-Wright. In each episode, Marie and Katherine talk about "all things library" and interview various community guests to find out what they're reading and watching.

  1. Aug 25

    True Crime

    In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about some of their favorite True Crime books available at the Rochester Public Library.

  2. Jul 6

    Finding Creativity

    In this episode, Marie and Katherine explore books that inspire creativity and help readers thoughtfully curate their homes, workspaces, and everyday lives. From color and pattern to texture and design, they share titles that celebrate personal style and creative living.

  3. Jun 24

    Summer Reading Program Kickoff

    In this episode, Marie and Katherine discuss the Rochester Public Library’s Summer Reading Program and share details about the activities, prizes, and opportunities available for children, teens, and adults.

  4. Apr 20

    How the New Catalog Helps You Discover More

    In this episode, Katherine welcomes guest host Jody Walker from Technical Services to discuss his role at the Rochester Public Library and some of the initiatives he’s been working on, including a new catalog system that offers readers a variety of features and personalized suggestions to help maximize their library card.

  5. Apr 6

    YA Author Fair

    Recently, the Teen Room at the Rochester Public Library hosted a YA Author Fair featuring local authors Terry Farrish, Ron Kaiser, J.R. Rainville, and Adi Rule. Organized by Teen Librarian Amy Lemelin, the participating authors discussed the stories behind their books, shared creative insights, and answered questions from the audience.

  6. Apr 3

    Exploring Iconic Movie Scores

    In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about the power of movie scores and the composers who bring unforgettable stories to life. Along the way, they highlight memorable films like Stand by Me, Jaws, Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, The Princess Bride, O Brother, Where Art Thou?, and many more. Whether you’re a film buff or just love a great film score, this conversation hits all the right notes.

  7. Mar 12

    Reinvention

    In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about reinvention and what it means when you have to assess, pivot, and try new things. They discuss how reinvention can be an important part of personal and professional growth, especially when something no longer feels like it’s working or serving you well. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities that come with stepping back, reevaluating your path, and being open to change. They also talk about books related to reinventing yourself and give their recommendations.

  8. 09/11/2025

    Summer Reading Roundup

    In this episode, Marie and Katherine reflect on the success of the Summer Reading Program and share updates from the Library. They also highlight upcoming events and programs available to the community.

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Off The Shelf is hosted by public librarians Marie Lejeune and Katherine Parker-Wright. In each episode, Marie and Katherine talk about "all things library" and interview various community guests to find out what they're reading and watching.

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