Looking for a good book to read?

The library has 2 new resources to help you do just that.
Pearls Picks is a monthly list of books chosen by Nancy Pearl, author of "Book Lust" and former Seattle librarian and bookseller. She is a regular commentator about books on National Public Radio's "Morning Edition". The New York Times calls her "the talk of librarian circles". The Los Angeles Times calls her "one lusty librarian". Her website says that "readers can't get enough of her recommenedations while bookstores and libraries offer standing room only whenever she visits". Pearls Picks gives Nancy's book reviews and in some cases the first chapter to read online. There is not a direct link to the Northfield Library catalog so you will need to check that to make sure we have it.

Booknews is an online service for readers which provides book lists on a variety of topics including fiction, nonfiction, mystery, classics, large print, gardening, children and teen books, etc. You can sign up to receive monthly emails for any of these genres. The newsletter will provide summaries and /or reviews of the books and a link to the library catalog. The library should in most cases have the book. If not, give us a call and we'll check further.

For both new services go to http://www.northfieldmn.info/ and click on "Reader's Resources".
Questions? Call 645-1802.

Where to go if we don't have what you want

If you search our catalog and we don't have what you are looking for, here are a few tips on where to go next. (Remember, when searching our catalog you are searching just what is in the Northfield Library. To search all of Selco click on "Search all Selco libraries".) If you live in Northfield and you need something quickly, you can borrow items from the libraries at St. Olaf and Carleton. Check their catalog at http://bridge.carleton.edu/. The colleges have a combined catalog so it's easy to search both places at once. You can get a library card at either library (some restrictions may apply).

If this turns up nothing go to MNLINK at https://www.mnlinkgateway.org/. MNLINK is a statewide database which includes most college and public libraries. If the item isn't new you can borrow from MNLINK. (Please note that this ONLY will work if the item is NOT in SELCO and if you have no fines in the region). If the item is new (published within the last year) please let us know. It may be something we will purchase. If you have any questions call us at 645-6606 or email reference by going to the library's website - http://www.northfieldmn.info/
and clicking on "Ask a librarian".

Minnesota Sesquicentennial Banner

In celebration of Minnesota's 150th birthday, the Sesquicentennial Banner will be presented to Northfield officials by the James Gang on Thursday, May 8 at 6 p.m. on Bridge Square. The banner will be accompanied by a journal that citizens can sign and add their thoughts on Minnesota. The banner and journal will be at the library on Friday May 9 from 9:30-5:30 p.m. and then be delivered to the state capitol by Booker, the Northfield Bookmobile, on Sat. May 10.
Come and celebrate Minnesota's 150th this Thursday on Bridge Square and check out the Northfield history display in the library foyer.