Welcome to Fall 2021, Part 1

Welcome back, Trailblazers! Fall 2021 is upon us, and the library is excited to see our students again! We know a lot has changed recently, so I’ve written up a two-post blog series with important information to help make your visits to the library a success!   Hours Mon – Thurs: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMSat. and Sun.: Closed Any changes in library hours will be posted on the library website and the library Instagram.  Masks Per the college’s requirement, everyone is required to wear a mask when inside a college building, regardless of…continue reading →

Physically Closed but Virtually Open – Library Services in December

The Library has closed its physical location for Winter Break.  But you can still interact with the Library through December 21.  How can you access your virtual library services? 24/7 Chat: Use our 24/7 Chat service to ask questions and get help. JTCC Library staffs the service 8AM-6PM Monday-Thursday & 8AM-5PM Fridays through December 21. A partner librarian covers the Chat the other hours of the week. Email: We are available by email at library@jtcc.edu through December 21. Curiosity Crew: Our conversation club has its final meeting of the semester Wednesday, December 16! Join a fun, interactive…continue reading →

Tyler Tips: How to Library in a Pandemic Part 2

The pandemic has changed many aspects of life--including the library space. Here is Part 2 to our tips on how to library during the pandemic. Conquer the library catalog. Gone are the days of the big bulky cabinet with book record inscribed on a small white card. You can search for any library print book using that white search bar on the main library site (or use this direct link). Getting too many results? Use the filters to narrow down your results to precisely the kind of resource you want. Request books! Yes, you can…continue reading →

Tyler Tips: How to Library in a Pandemic Part 1

Not only has the pandemic changed our jobs, grocery stores, restaurants, gyms, and schools, the pandemic has also changed our libraries.  Social distancing means reserving space for current students only. Wearing a mask on-campus means it's sometimes uncomfortable to spend hours in the library like you used to. Libraries are essential to learning--whether educational or personal. So how can you use the library successfully through the challenges of the pandemic?   Know your allies. Your library staff is your ally to getting the most out of your library's resources. How can you connect with…continue reading →

Database Spotlight: Tumble Book Library

Databases are normally a student's source for scholarly material. But Tumble Book Library is a database devoted to children's literature. Whether your're studying Early Childhood Education or just trying to find material for your child's own studies at home, Tumble Book has something to offer. A new subscription for the library, it offers a wide variety of children's education material: Story Books: Start with picture books appropriate for various age levels. E-books: Find chapter books and early readers for children of different reading levels. One of the marquee features is a Kate DiCamillo collection, featuring the author's…continue reading →