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"Online Resources" will help you find articles that Google can't access! As a member of the Darien Library community, you may use them free-of-charge. While at home, you will need to provide your library card number so that we can verify that you are a Friend or town resident.
Magnifier assists readers with vision impairments
Written by Darien Library News on 01/28/2012
The Library is expanding its offering of services for patrons with varying levels of visual impairments. Last year, the Library received a substantial capital gift – the Anne R. Ferguson Large Print Book Fund – which increased the quantity and quality of our large print collection.
In addition, the gift made it possible to purchase a portable magnifier, which magnifies texts onto a 7-inch screen. The new tool is extremely easy to use, and can assist readers in several different ways.
"The state-of-the-art magnifier both illuminates and magnifies," said Sally Ijams, head of knowledge and learning services at Darien Library. "You can either place them on the document or you can hold them and follow them with a little camera."
If you’re interested in using the new gadget during research or while reading for pleasure, ask about them at the reference desk.
Learning to Breathe
Written by Caroline Lopez on 01/26/2012
Overwhelmed? Take a deep breath and check out our favorite books and websites to help you find your inner calm:
Mayo Clinic on Meditation: A simple, fast way to reduce stress
National Institutes of Health on Meditation
Mayo Clinic: Relaxation Techniques
Mayo Clinic Video: Need to Relax? Take a break for meditation
Ask the Doctors
Written by Caroline Lopez on 01/24/2012
Below you will find our most highly recommended medical websites - used by doctors, patients, and of course librarians! These, as well as other resources, can also be found on our Health page. You can always Ask Us for more info too!
American Board of Medical Specialties
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The following books are also staff favorites among many in our Body & Soul collection:
Watch What Happens
Written by Caroline Lopez on 01/21/2012
Do you Watch What Happens? We've rounded up all of the Bravolebrity and Cheftestant books we could find, and put them on display (on display, on display...)!
From classics like the Top Chef: The Quickfire Cookbook , to Teresa's Skinny Italian and Life is Not a Reality Show by Kyle Richards - there is something for every Bravo watcher.
And stay tuned for Andy Cohen's memoir, "Most Talkative: Stories from the Front Lines of Pop Culture" - coming out in May!
Are we missing your favorite Bravolebrity's book? You can post on our Facebook wall, tweet us @darienlibrary, or text the keyword "AskDL" to 66746. Or, to talk to a real live librarian, give us a call at 203-669-5236!
Tax Aide at the Library
Written by Erin S on 01/20/2012
Every Friday, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., February 3 through April 13
Tax-Aide, a FREE tax preparation and e-filing program administered by the AARP Foundation in conjunction with and under the auspices of the IRS, is coming to Darien Library. Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service and is available to all individual filers regardless of income or age.
This service will be available every Friday, February 3 through April 13, from 9:30-1:30. Appointments are optional but can be made by calling 203-669-5236. There is no charge for the Tax-Aide service. Individuals should bring all 2011 tax forms (W-2s, 1099s, brokerage statements, etc.) Social Security and other official identification, and their 2010 return, if possible.
Reversing Chronic Disease
Written by tarheels on 01/19/2012
For new insights into chronic diseases and alternative treatments, take a look at these recommended websites and books listed below.
Need more information? Just Ask Us!
American Holistic Medical Association
National Institutes of Health National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
National Institute of Health Dietary Supplements Fact Sheets
Dr. Andrew Weil's Anti-Inflammatory Food Diet and Pyramid
Alternative Medicine: Happy. Healthy. Holistic
Navigating Your Hospital Stay
Written by Sally on 01/17/2012
Preparation Can Improve Your Hospital Stay
Tips on Preparing for a Hospital Stay
A Painless Guide to Navigating Your Hospital Stay
How to Prepare for a Hospital Stay
10 Tips: Packing for a Hospital Stay
Nursing Home Care or Hospital Stay: Preparing Your Elderly Parents
Preparing Your Child for Surgery
AMA Principles of Medical Ethics
Stress Less
Written by Caroline Lopez on 01/11/2012
This year, make a resolution to stress less - and these articles, websites and books will help you do it!
Identify Your Source of Stress
Stress Assessment: Rate Your Stress Level
Stress, Exercise and Positive Environments
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Stress and Anxiety
Also, see what people are saying about stress on Twitter:
#stress
#stressed
#stressful
#overwhelmed
#needtocalmdown
#somuchwork
#stressedatwork
#toomuchtodo
Get Organized
Written by Sally on 01/04/2012
WebMD: Ten Ways to Cut Clutter In Your Home
Zen Habits: 15 Great Decluttering Tips
Why We Collect Stuff: When Collecting Becomes Hoarding
Get Organized Now: Start the year off right
Zen Organizer's Top Ten Tips for Banishing Clutter
How to Declutter Your Home This Year
National Association of Professional Organizers: Home Organization
National Association of Professional Organizers: Office Organization
For motivation on the go, take a look at these Twitter hashtags:
#clutter
#declutter
#organize
#effectiveness
#downsize
Business Books On the Move
Written by Sally on 12/18/2011
Looking to purchase a franchise? Thinking of investing in Exchange Traded Funds? On the prowl for killer marketing tactics? Answers to all of these questions (and many more!) can be found at digital.darienlibrary.org, the home base for our Business eBook collection.
Darien librarians are always looking for the best e-titles available. If you are looking for something but don't see it in our collection, just let us know. Send your suggestions to askus@darienlibrary.org. In the meantime, have fun browsing the list below, a selection of the most popular business eBooks in our collection.
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