Check It Out: St. Tammany Parish Library Podcast

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Check It Out is the official podcast of St. Tammany Parish Library, featuring conversations with library staff, local authors, musicians, community partners, and other voices from across the parish. Each episode explores the stories, programs, resources, and people that connect our community through the library. Learn more at http://sttammanylibrary.org/podcast

  1. Summer Reading Challenge 2026

    May 29 ·  Video

    Summer Reading Challenge 2026

    Check It Out is back! In our relaunch premiere, James, Jackie, and Eva introduce the new video version of St. Tammany Parish Library's long-running podcast and share what listeners and viewers can expect from future episodes, including community guests, authors, musicians, staff conversations, and our new podcast book club. This episode kicks things off with a look at the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Unearth a Story. We're joined by library staff members Jenny, Jillian, and Frank to talk about Summer Reading programs for kids, teens, and adults, kickoff parties at the Madisonville and Slidell branches, dinosaur-themed prizes, teen events, adult programs, America 250 events, and the new Makerspace at the Madisonville Branch. Plus, we test out some Summer Reading prizes, discuss favorite dinosaurs, and preview our upcoming Book Club episode on The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker. Learn more about the library and Summer Reading: https://www.sttammanylibrary.org/summerreading Adult programs and resources: https://www.sttammanylibrary.org/adults Read along with us for our next Book Club episode, and send us your thoughts, questions, and comments about The Art of Hearing Heartbeats. https://www.sttammanylibrary.org/podcast

    54 min
  2. Episode 141: A Conversation with writer Joy E. Rancatore

    11/14/2024

    Episode 141: A Conversation with writer Joy E. Rancatore

    Join Us for a Conversation with Joy E. Rancatore   Get ready to be inspired by the incredible Joy E. Rancatore! A renowned author, editor, and mentor, Joy shares her wisdom and experiences with our hosts, Jackie Riecke and Eva Saladino.   In this episode, we delve into the world of writing, publishing, and creativity. Discover how Joy balances her passion for writing with the demands of running her own publishing house. Learn valuable tips on finding time to write and navigating the publishing industry.   Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this episode is for you. Tune in to gain insights and motivation to fuel your creative journey. (Runtime 41:39)

    42 min
  3. Talking 'bout Our Generations (and Libraries)

    10/16/2024

    Talking 'bout Our Generations (and Libraries)

    Three library staff members from three different generations discuss library memories and library services and resources. Featuring Jackie Riecke and Eva Saladino. (Runtime 25:12)

    25 min
  4. Udemy Online Learning

    07/11/2024

    Udemy Online Learning

    Find out how to access Udemy with just your library card. Udemy is an online learning platform with updated, on-demand video courses across 75 categories in business, technology, design, and more. Learn anytime, anywhere. (Runtime 13:18)

    13 min

  5. 10/17/2023

    Radio Tech. Betram Groene

    2nd Class Petty Officer Radio Technician Bertram Groene participated in the latter part of the Tunisian campaign and in the invasion of Sicily during World War II. In this oral history interview, his daughter, Ms. Beatrice Groene, shares her own memories of her father as well as his own recollections of his service time from his personal journals.

    50 min
  6. Slidell Branch Spotlight

    12/06/2022

    Slidell Branch Spotlight

    Slidell Branch Manager Hilari Melerine joins host Amy Bouton as we continue our branch spotlight with our busiest library in the system, the Slidell Branch. Hear about plans for a future expansion as well as the plethora of services available at this branch. (Runtime 11:12)

    11 min
  7. Local Oral History Projects

    11/01/2022

    Local Oral History Projects

    Reference librarian Evan Kramer joins host Amy Bouton to discuss a couple of ongoing oral history projects at the St. Tammany Parish Library. The Veterans History Project and the Covid-19 Memory Project. Find out how you can participate and contribute to these projects that will provide valuable information for generations to come. (Runtime 23:27)

    23 min
  8. The Return of Storytimes

    09/14/2022

    The Return of Storytimes

    On this episode, Susan Badon, Children's Librarian at the Madisonville Branch, talks with host Amy Bouton about the return of storytimes, both in-person and virtually online. Plus, the latest library news. (Runtime 17:19)

    17 min
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Check It Out is the official podcast of St. Tammany Parish Library, featuring conversations with library staff, local authors, musicians, community partners, and other voices from across the parish. Each episode explores the stories, programs, resources, and people that connect our community through the library. Learn more at http://sttammanylibrary.org/podcast

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