Visit our covid19 response page for ongoing updates. Jun 17, 20 back in may the seattle public library used 2,1 retired and donated books to create the worlds longest book domino chain. Foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of their ad campaigns. Seattle public library sets record for longest bookdomino chain jeff oneal jun 5, 20 over the weekend, the seattle public library enlisted some college students to setup a recordbreaking 21 books to create the longest ever bookdomino chain. Visit our covid19 response page for ongoing updates close. Aug 19, 2015 book domino chain world record seattle public library recordsetter. Seattle sets up 9 book exchanges to promote itself and support little free library.
Our project was a community partner, and we participated by screening the original streetwise film, among other activities. It will become available to other groups at a later date. Information about the friends of the seattle public library book sales and where and how to donate books. To get started, connect to pressbooks using your biblioboard account by clicking the button below. The purpose of the event was to publicize their summer reading program, and i think theyve succeeded. The seattle public library s central library is the flagship library of the seattle public library system. Seattle public library, domino book chain world record video. Subscribe for more epic world record videos like us on facebook. Rem koolhaas and joshua princeramus of omalmn were the principal architects, magnusson klemencic associates was the structural engineer.
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Seattle public library sets record for longest bookdomino chain. Seattle is promoting reading and showcasing itself as one of the most literate cities in the nation during september, national literacy month. Back in may the seattle public library used 2,1 retired and donated books to create the worlds longest book domino chain. Definitely make it to the top for the overlook in the corner. Whether youve got a few days or a few hours, seattles condensed downtown area and fantastic transportation system make it a wonderful choice for a short jaunt. Seattle public library creates worlds longest book domino. The seattle public library project on family homelessness. The seattle public library launched the 20 summer reading program by setting a new world record for the longest book domino chain. Olson, sheri, thanks to omas blending of cool information technology and warm public spaces seattles central library kindles book lust, architectural record, 192. For the recordbreaking event, amy twito, spl youth programs manager worked in collaboration with. The gift will help supplement and enhance funding for seattle public librarys libraries for all capital plan. The seattle public library foundation is a libraries, historical societies and landmark preservation charity located in seattle, wa.
Seattle public library sets record for longest bookdomino. Drop off your card or a copy at any location of the seattle public library once we reopen. According to the library, no books were harmed during the filming of this video. Charity navigator rating for the seattle public library. Please include your spl library barcode and your spl username with your request. Book domino chain world record seattle public library. Its definitely the public library so dont come expecting a tour, but its a really cool building and an amazing space. By midcentury, the seattle public library circulated a lot more than books. It presents a stepbystep approach to implementing a staffless library andor services, and seeks to inspire professionals to share experiences and optimize their library. Jun 05, 20 seattle public library sets record for longest book domino chain jeff oneal jun 5, 20 over the weekend, the seattle public library enlisted some college students to setup a recordbreaking 21 books to create the longest ever book domino chain. The only thing we like more is helping readers like you discover books you will not want to put down. World record domino chain of books seattle public library home legacy events original world record domino chain of books seattle public library previous next. Book domino chain world record seattle public library recordsetter.
Develop a kinship with your fellow library patrons as you work together to create a giant row of books, snaking inbetween the shelves. They set the record to launch their 20 summer reading program. The screening of tiny was part of the seattle public librarys public education program, streetwise revisited, which focused on tiny from the 1984 documentary film streetwise. World record domino chain of books seattle public library. The new central library gave seattle both a civic icon and a functional, userfriendly building offering many different services and spaces. The library used the new world record to celebrate and promote their 20 summer reading program. Book domino chain world record at the seattle public library. Witnesses reported eaton, 42, was injured in an altercation at the restaurant. The seattle public library made a domino chain using 2,1 books and successfully made the entire chain toppled.
The seattle public librarys central library is the flagship library of the seattle public library system. Olson, sheri, thanks to omas blending of cool information technology and warm public spaces seattle s central library kindles book lust, architectural record, 192. Surrounded by lakes and acres of lush green forest, the city offers a perfect mix of urban attractions and outdoor recreation. Eaton was transported to anna jaques hospital in newburyport, mass. Jun 04, 20 the seattle public library launched the 20 summer reading program by setting a new world record for the longest book domino chain. Book domino chain world record at the seattle public library the. Linked library barcodes are visible to library staff. At a moment when libraries are perceived to be under threat from a shrinking public realm on one side and digitization on the other, the seattle central library creates a civic space for the circulation of knowledge in all media, and an innovative organizing system for an evergrowing physical collection. The event marked the launch of the librarys 20 summer reading program.
Find the latest on our response to the coronavirus outbreak here. The seattle public library community survey summary july 28, 2010 7 branch and central library visits visits percent change 20002009 average annual growth rate central library visits 69. To minimize column and girders, many columns are skewed to connect to each other in plan. Eighty percent of seattle residents have library cards, he said. Seattle public library structural system each platform has different structural system. The seattle school library the seattle school of theology. Nov 22, 2016 the screening of tiny was part of the seattle public librarys public education program, streetwise revisited, which focused on tiny from the 1984 documentary film streetwise.
Over the weekend, the seattle public library enlisted some college students to setup a recordbreaking 21 books to create the longest ever bookdomino chain. The current central library opened to the public on may 23, 2004 and in its first year of operation attracted more than 8,000 visitors a day double the average attendance in the old building. Jun 03, 20 as a way to promote the librarys summer reading program, the seattle public library teamed up with a couple college students and created what they say is the world record for the largest domino. Seattle public library 2020 all you need to know before you. Because the library cannot purchase or subscribe to every useful resource, interlibrary loan is an essential part of its mission to meet the informational needs of the community. Libraries closed through at least may 31 all library locations and book drops are closed until at least may 31. Books on bikes helps seattle librarians pedal to the. Two college student designers luke greenway and laura dasaro, 27 volunteers, seven hours of work, five attempts, and 21 books mixed together at the. Use of this kit is temporarily restricted to seattle public library sponsored book groups that meet in library locations and are facilitated by library staff.
Book domino chain world record seattle public library youtube. Also, at this time the seattle public library was a mainstay of the king county library system then known as the king county rural library district, with 70,000 book loans in 1948 to king county patrons outside the city. Seattle public library spl launched their 20 summer reading program by breaking the world record for the longest book domino chain. Olson, sheri, how seattle learned to stop worrying and love rem koolhaasplans for a new central library. With 24 library locations soon to be 27 seattle public library can bring the promise of the future within everyones grasp. The chain contained 2,1 books, and took 1 minute and 54.
We are here to serve students, faculty, and staff in their learning, teaching, and research through database resources, reference services, bibliographic instruction, and an inviting place to study. Use of this kit is temporarily restricted to seattle public librarysponsored book groups that meet in library locations and are facilitated by library staff. Two college student designers luke greenway and laura dasaro, 27 volunteers, seven hours of work, five attempts, and 2,1 books mixed together at the seattle public library to create the longest book domino chain in the world. If you ever lined up your dominos as a kid in order to knock them down in a perfect chain reaction, youll be familiar with the principle behind this, and more importantly, the. Access our digital resources from anywhere 247, including ebooks, eaudiobooks and streaming media. Seattle public library creates worlds longest book domino chain. All tacoma public library locations are closed until further notice. Seattle public library just set an unusual world record in its incredible flagship building. As a way to promote the librarys summer reading program, the seattle public library teamed up with a couple college students and created what they say is. Seattle public library breaks world record for longest book. May 31, 20 the seattle public library made a domino chain using 2,1 books and successfully made the entire chain toppled. Seattle public library wallingford library in seattle. The library is your hub of information, in the heart of the red brick building.
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