Mardi Gras culminates in beads for Henry Rosenberg, the founder of this institution. Look carefully, and legend has it, that beads will adorn Henry on Mardi Gras Tuesday.
The library closed early at 2 pm on Feb. 13th, in anticipation of the big Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade in the Strand district, downtown Galveston.
Spring also brings new palm trees, live oaks and landscaping for the Rosenberg Library. Within the week, several tree stumps were ground down and new trees arrived and were quickly planted. Gone are the oleanders, which served their time, and along came the new vegetation.
This spring, the Galveston Reads committee also launched the season with model rockets by the Austin Middle School Rocket Club , spearheaded by Mr. McAdams. On a cold, clear day on the beach, at Seawall and 11th Street, promptly at 11:00 AM, the Austin Middle School Rocket Club successfully launched 15 Estes model rockets.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Book Browsers Return to the Rosenberg Library
The Rosenberg Library reopened the second floor of the Moody Wing and the computer lab on the Mezzanine on July 11, 2009. Many book browsers celebrated the reopening of the adult book stacks by attending the celebration and returning in large numbers in the days that followed. Searching for books by title, author or subject online was not what many readers wanted when the stacks were closed. Just being able to locate a subject area by Dewey Decimal number, actually view the books, open them, and browse among the stacks was sorely missed by library readers. Longfellow said it best: “The love of learning, the sequestered nooks, and all the sweet serenity of books.”
Since the reopening, the library has been very busy with many returning patrons browsing materials and using the computer lab.
The reopening celebration included an art exhibit in the McCullough Room with artwork from the Museum collection that featured such artists as Winslow Homer, Edvard Munch, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, included were local artists such as Boyer Gonzales and Julius Stockfleth.
On display were historic photographs from the library’s Galveston and Texas History Center of various rooms in the Rosenberg Wing which was built in the 1900s. These historical photos were placed near the entrances to the actual rooms so that patrons could see what the rooms looked like – a virtual “then” and “now”. The Dorian String Quartet played in the future Gibson Reading Room. Members of the Quartet generously, some with library connections generously volunteered their talents to the Rosenberg Library. The Treasure of the Month - foot stocks from an early Galveston county jail - was unveiled on the Mezzanine level. The children’s department unveiled their collection, and sponsored a treasure hunt along with featuring Biscuit, a character from Alyssa Satin Capucilli’s beginning reader’s series of books. Thanks to the Mosquito Café for cookies, food, and their refreshing papaya mint iced tea.
The evening culminated with drawings for prizes that were prepared by the Galveston and Texas History Center and the Museum staff.
Since the reopening, the library has been very busy with many returning patrons browsing materials and using the computer lab.
The reopening celebration included an art exhibit in the McCullough Room with artwork from the Museum collection that featured such artists as Winslow Homer, Edvard Munch, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, included were local artists such as Boyer Gonzales and Julius Stockfleth.
On display were historic photographs from the library’s Galveston and Texas History Center of various rooms in the Rosenberg Wing which was built in the 1900s. These historical photos were placed near the entrances to the actual rooms so that patrons could see what the rooms looked like – a virtual “then” and “now”. The Dorian String Quartet played in the future Gibson Reading Room. Members of the Quartet generously, some with library connections generously volunteered their talents to the Rosenberg Library. The Treasure of the Month - foot stocks from an early Galveston county jail - was unveiled on the Mezzanine level. The children’s department unveiled their collection, and sponsored a treasure hunt along with featuring Biscuit, a character from Alyssa Satin Capucilli’s beginning reader’s series of books. Thanks to the Mosquito Café for cookies, food, and their refreshing papaya mint iced tea.
The evening culminated with drawings for prizes that were prepared by the Galveston and Texas History Center and the Museum staff.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Books Back on the Bolivar Peninsula
March 10, 2009
Books Back on the Bolivar Peninsula
Rosenberg library’s outreach services, the Extension Department, headed back to the Bolivar to resume providing books for young readers on the Bolivar Peninsula after Hurricane Ike. Crenshaw Elementary/Middle School received books for children and young adults. Although the Children’s Department at the Rosenberg Library has suffered damage, many new books have been purchased and are ready to be checked out by the students on the peninsula. Principal Bill Heuman and librarian Michael Guss have facilitated the return of the Rosenberg Library’s Extension Services. These books will supplement the library at Crenshaw School.
Taking the ferry across to the Bolivar Peninsula on Tuesday morning, Rosenberg library staff member, Marilyn delivered 30 children’s books and several young adult books. The landing on the peninsula was uneventful, some debris on the side of the roads, one house upside down, were noted, but, overall, the Bolivar seemed to be on the rebound.
At Crenshaw School, the elevators were not working, 48 students returned on February 4, 2009 and enrollment is now up to 68 students ranging from pre-kindergarten to 8th grade. Approximately 10 teachers have returned, with Principal Heuman and some administrative staff. The phone lines were not yet working, but, data lines have been restored, and staff can be contacted via email or cell phones.
Principal Heuman reported that the electrical systems were not damaged by the storm. The building is also housing the fireman in the band hall and the EMS staff in the dance hall. Of the 6,000 plus homes on the Bolivar, it seems there are only 1,000 or so remaining.
Rosenberg Library Extension Services delivered the books to the 6th grade students. Library staff left the young readers with some Caldecott, Bluebonnet and Coretta Scott King award winners. Most of the young adult books are for readers up to 8th grade level. The school librarian, Mr. Guss, recommended the Newbery Award winners, for the young teens along with scary, romantic, or mystery novels. Library staff selected and brought several over from the isle of Galveston’s Rosenberg Library.
Books Back on the Bolivar Peninsula
Rosenberg library’s outreach services, the Extension Department, headed back to the Bolivar to resume providing books for young readers on the Bolivar Peninsula after Hurricane Ike. Crenshaw Elementary/Middle School received books for children and young adults. Although the Children’s Department at the Rosenberg Library has suffered damage, many new books have been purchased and are ready to be checked out by the students on the peninsula. Principal Bill Heuman and librarian Michael Guss have facilitated the return of the Rosenberg Library’s Extension Services. These books will supplement the library at Crenshaw School.
Taking the ferry across to the Bolivar Peninsula on Tuesday morning, Rosenberg library staff member, Marilyn delivered 30 children’s books and several young adult books. The landing on the peninsula was uneventful, some debris on the side of the roads, one house upside down, were noted, but, overall, the Bolivar seemed to be on the rebound.
At Crenshaw School, the elevators were not working, 48 students returned on February 4, 2009 and enrollment is now up to 68 students ranging from pre-kindergarten to 8th grade. Approximately 10 teachers have returned, with Principal Heuman and some administrative staff. The phone lines were not yet working, but, data lines have been restored, and staff can be contacted via email or cell phones.
Principal Heuman reported that the electrical systems were not damaged by the storm. The building is also housing the fireman in the band hall and the EMS staff in the dance hall. Of the 6,000 plus homes on the Bolivar, it seems there are only 1,000 or so remaining.
Rosenberg Library Extension Services delivered the books to the 6th grade students. Library staff left the young readers with some Caldecott, Bluebonnet and Coretta Scott King award winners. Most of the young adult books are for readers up to 8th grade level. The school librarian, Mr. Guss, recommended the Newbery Award winners, for the young teens along with scary, romantic, or mystery novels. Library staff selected and brought several over from the isle of Galveston’s Rosenberg Library.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Bikers Rally for Rosenberg Library
Starbucks in Friendswood and Bikers donated $331.00 to the Rosenberg Library on a cold winter night, in Southeast Houston on Friday, January 30th, 2009.
The rally began on FM 518 and 528, at the Starbucks Friendswood drive-thru. Alicia, our barista extraordinaire, arranged for the group to sample tea and coffee in 5 Starbucks.
Instrumental in the fundraising were the CMA Bikers' group, Christian Motorcyclists Association in donating and running this service outreach to the Rosenberg Library in Galveston, Texas. Two groups noticed were the Lighthouse Riders and the Christ Riders out of Texas City and Pearland. Thanks to the Lighthouse Riders for hosting this fundraiser, and all the bikers who came out and participated.
The next morning, several CMA bikers came out to Galveston to aid the homeless on Winnie and 19th Street. The library staff welcomed them to the Rosenberg Library with a tour of the History Center and Museum.
Thank you so much to the CMA group, and Starbucks, esp. Alicia from Friendswood, for their support of Galveston and the library.
Friday, December 19, 2008
Santa Visits the Rosenberg Library
Santa Claus arrived early at the Rosenberg Library to celebrate the joys of Christmas with young patrons. Youngsters enjoyed a holiday theme storytime a personal visit with the jolly old man in red and a free book courtesy of the S.M.A.R.T. Family Literacy Project. Many children dressed up for the occasion and parents took the opportunity to take memorable photos. Visits took place on December 6, December 9, and December 18. In the photo Karen Stanley, Children’s Department head and Santa hand out a gift book.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Rosenberg Library Reports at D8 CyFair
At District 8, Texas Library Association meeting at CyFair College, on Saturday, October 18th, with 150 librarians in attendance, Poom Taylor reported that:
Rosenberg Library continues to offer services in stages as conditions permit. The library building is not open to the public.
Many thanks to HALS for helping the library with Texpress costs.
· Patrons may now request books for pick up
· Return materials
· Schedule a story time to be held at an offsite location with Children’s dept
· Extension Services will resume outreach for homebound patrons
· The Galveston and Texas History Center, a nationally recognized collection, and the Museum suffered no damage in Hurricane Ike. Special Collections staff is daily monitoring conditions in the archives vault and the Museum storage areas and galleries. There have been no signs of mold infestation in any of these areas.
· Library databases are up
· Library website up
· Library blog up
· Systems up, electrical, alarms, some phone lines
“Books to Go” offers patrons an opportunity to continue their reading habits. Library card holders will be able to check out 3 items at a time by requesting the items via the Rosenberg Library’s online catalog.
Financial contributions to help offset the expenses the Library is facing may be mailed to Rosenberg Library, 2310 Sealy Avenue, Galveston, TX 77550. Checks may be made payable to Rosenberg Library. Due to constraints on space and staff, the Rosenberg Library would appreciate monetary donations only. Our website is up, and donations through PayPal will be appreciated. Your contribution will be fully tax deductible up to the maximum allowed by IRS regulations. The Rosenberg Library is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Rosenberg Library Recovers~
Many of our staff are back, and checking on our home library. Louise was checking on the books in the attic, department heads were planning and helping our core survivors, director John Augelli, Carol Wood and Michele Quinn.
Post Ike Rosenberg Library is in full recovery mode, with Service Masters and AMS contractors helping us to restore the first floor.
We checked on the library van, which is fine, pulled books from our book drop, over at the Moody Methodist Church, with one molded book: Water for Elephants! Of all the items we recovered, just this one had mold, with such an inauspicious title, filled with water, flooded with water, and... more water, everywhere. But, we do ask that our patrons, please hold on to your books. We will waive fines, and take into consideration water damage.
Girl with turtle, nicknamed Geraldine, was saved. She was filled with water, we had to get her drained, and our statue, too, survived.
Our skink, Rose, is also thriving, at the home of our Children's Librarian, Karen.
1. Basement windows survived, only some panes damaged.
2. Rosenberg Library's book drop and van
3. Girl without turtle statue, the aforementioned Geraldine
4. Side view of the Rosenberg Library, from the Ball Ave alley
5. Leather chair amongst debris on Ball Ave alley from the Rosenberg Library
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