Ilena Alvarez
The Impact of Funding on Library Services
Funding is a critical aspect of the operation of libraries and can have a significant impact on the resources and services they are able...
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Celebrating 30 years of fundraising for the Boca Raton Public Library!
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Ilena Alvarez
- Jan 3
- 2 min
Is reading tied to your resolutions in 2023?
Happy New Year! As we start a new year, many of us make resolutions to better ourselves in some way. One common resolution is to read...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Jan 2
- 2 min
Libraries and the Digital Age
The role of libraries in the digital age is an important and evolving topic. As technology continues to advance and change, libraries...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Dec 27, 2022
- 2 min
Embrace the Blank Pages: Making the Most of New Year's Opportunities
As the New Year approaches, it's natural to reflect on the past and consider the possibilities that the future holds. “We will open the...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Dec 24, 2022
- 2 min
Favorite Holiday Movie...The Holiday (Plus Book Recs)
If you're in need of a heartwarming and uplifting movie to watch this holiday season, look no further than "The Holiday". This romantic...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Dec 23, 2022
- 2 min
Banned Books: The Fight for Intellectual Freedom
Banned books are a contentious issue in many communities, as they often challenge societal norms and beliefs and can be seen as...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Dec 20, 2022
- 3 min
Holiday Recommendations: Movies, Books, Music, Poetry
"The Night Before Christmas" by Clement Clarke Moore is a beloved holiday poem that has been passed down through the generations. The...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Dec 19, 2022
- 2 min
Libraries: A Beacon of Hope in Difficult Times
Libraries are an important resource for communities, providing access to knowledge and resources that can be invaluable in times of...
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Jacob Kimbarow
- Nov 11, 2022
- 4 min
Veteran's Day
One of the best ways to learn about a topic that you did not experience yourself, is to read the stories from the people who did have...
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Jacob Kimbarow
- Oct 19, 2022
- 2 min
Reading: The Story of My Life
I had the pleasure of visiting The Friends Of The Boca Raton Public Library bookstore for the first time this past weekend. As I...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Mar 4, 2022
- 5 min
The Gentle Soul: Maeve Binchy
I have always been fascinated by Maeve (pronounced mayve) Binchy. As an early reader, I came across a book titled “Circle of Friends.” I...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Mar 2, 2022
- 2 min
The Docent Life
Docent (defined): an individual with an academic appointment for the institutions they serve. Our Speaker Series is up and running and...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Feb 18, 2022
- 2 min
Murder, But Make it Cozy
Hi, everyone! It’s hard to believe February is in full swing. What is time anymore? What is life? I believe it’s all about perspective....
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Ilena Alvarez
- Feb 11, 2022
- 1 min
The Cool Cat: James Baldwin
I don't think anyone can look cooler than James Baldwin looks in this picture. And as charismatic and classic as he looks on the outside,...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Feb 7, 2022
- 3 min
Valentine's Day: A Survival Guide
Valentine's Day is a day loved or dreaded 'round the world and the reasons for these strong, antagonistic feelings are obvious. This post...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Jan 31, 2022
- 2 min
The Cain and Abel Murder Weapon
Here is the stated description of Cain’s Jawbone, by Edward Powys Mathers: Six murders. One hundred pages. Millions of possible...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Jan 7, 2022
- 2 min
Happy New Year, Everyone!
The end of 2021. Did everyone have a good celebration? Were you like me who had a busy day, took a nice, long nap, and woke up just a few...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Nov 23, 2021
- 1 min
Black Friday Sale (and Saturday too!)
As a continuation from my last post... Above is just a small sampling of the books yours truly will donate on Friday morning. And there's...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Nov 19, 2021
- 3 min
The Great Purge
Hello! I hope this blog post finds everyone in a good place. During the pandemic, it felt like it was go-go-go and I haven't had a chance...
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Ilena Alvarez
- Nov 11, 2021
- 2 min
Veterans Day (f/k/a Armistice Day)
Veterans Day originated from the cessation of hostilities between the Allied nations and Germany on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day...
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