MGCC Library Blog

This post isn't necessarily library- or book-related, but in these uncertain and chaotic times of quarantine and social isolation, we thought we'd share some tips for remaining as stress-free as possible. We know how hard our students, faculty, and staff have been working during this pandemic (and always!), and we're so proud and so very appreciative of all that you do! We also know how hard it can be to balance your work life with your studies and family life, so here are some tips for keeping your cool: 1. Drink Plenty of Water I know how hard this one can be... when all you want is coffee or soda to just keep you going. But drinking lots of water is so important! Water is energizing, actually. And it's good for your skin, digestive system, airways, and all the other systems and cells in your body. While this might not be the most fun or the easiest way to take care of yourself, it's one of the most vital. So, be sure to drink plenty of water! 2. Ge...

It’s World Book Day, everyone! To celebrate, we’ve put together a list of nine awesome books from around the world that you can find at the DSLCC Library! 1. A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende - Spain Located in our Popular Reading section, “In the late 1930s, civil war gripped Spain. General Franco and his Fascists overthrew the government; hundreds of thousands fled over the mountains to the French border. Roser, a pregnant young widow, finds her life intertwined with that of Victor Dalmau, an army doctor and the brother of her deceased love. To survive, the two must unite in a marriage neither of them wants; Sponsored by poet Pablo Neruda, they embark on the SS Winnipeg along with 2,200 other refugees in search of a new life. Emigrate to Chile as the rest of Europe erupts in World War, they discover their trials are just beginning.” 2. Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - Nigeria Description from Penguin Randomhouse: “With effortless grace,...

It's National Library Week , everyone! The theme for 2020's Library Week is "Find your place at the library." Of course, this year, we're under stay-at-home orders due to the coronavirus pandemic. So, celebrating all the important things that libraries do is going to be a little different. Ways You Can Celebrate Libraries This Week: Check out some of the awesome resources the DSLCC Library offers: Ask a Librarian to answer any of your library- and research-related questions,  databases to help you find resources for your research projects, OverDrive to browse and check out awesome audiobooks, and  Films on Demand  and Feature Films for Education  to watch videos and movies for free. Remember, if you have any questions about any of these or need assistance, feel free to contact us at any time! Post about us on social media and use the hashtag #ThankYouLibraries. Post a picture of a book you checked out (pre-social distancing, of course) or maybe a p...

With the spread of the coronavirus, most of us have been stuck in our homes, practicing the new concept of social distancing in order to curb the spread. This has taken a lot of adjusting: classes switching from in-person to virtual, work going remote, and more. With all these changes, it's important that we all stop and take some time for ourselves to relax. And the DSLCC Library is here to help! We offer a variety of online resources to help you with your classwork and research assignments, but did you know we also have resources that just may help you with your stress relief goals too? 1. OverDrive The first of these awesome resources is  OverDrive . OverDrive is a service provided by the VCCS that allows you to browse and virtually check out thousands of amazing audiobooks. Using your myDabney username and password, you can search the catalog for fiction, non-fiction, memoirs, self-improvement, and more. If you love audiobooks, or if you're simply wanting to t...