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Program for the closing exercises at the Nashville College for Young Ladies in 1882.

A Little Old School for Women's History Month

March 23, 2016

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I transferred to the Archives a month ago and have been diving into the collections ever since. One of the coolest I’ve discovered is the small collection on the Nashville College for Young Ladies. In honor of Women’s History Month, what better topic to explore than women’s education?

Stormy, dark weather over a cityscape.

ILL Weather

March 22, 2016

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What? The library doesn't have enough weather books for you? Have no fear! ILL is here!!!

photo of baby shower wrapped gifts

Books for a Baby Shower

March 21, 2016

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One question our team gets asked a lot is "What are some great book picks to bring to a baby shower?"

Ryman Auditorium historical photo.

Making the Ryman: Lula Naff

March 14, 2016

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Celebrating Women's History Month by rediscovering one of Nashville's pioneering managers.

Lightning on a plain.

The Sky's the Limit

March 8, 2016

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And you thought weather was boring? Welcome to March Weather Madness!

The Belcourt Theater in Nashville.

Having Belcourt withdrawal?

March 7, 2016

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You need to read this book!

Adriana Trigiani

Salon@615: Adriana Trigiani

February 17, 2016

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Adriana Trigiani discusses her book, All the Stars in the Heavens, as part of the Salon@615 author series.

Elizabeth Gilbert

Salon@615: Elizabeth Gilbert

February 12, 2016

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Elizabeth Gilbert discusses her book, Big Magic, as part of the Salon@615 author series.

Person surfing through the tube of a big wave.

Surf's Up! Barbarian Days

February 9, 2016

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This land-locked girl brings you another totally awesome surf book, Brah.

Marian Anderson

Marian Anderson in Nashville

February 8, 2016

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Linda Barnickel

Marian Anderson, one of the finest singers of the 20th century, often performed in "Music City."