KYVL Downtime – UPDATE May 8

Update: The KYVL proxy server is still down for maintenance, as of 12:00 PM Tuesday, May 8. This will prevent users from logging in to KYVL from home and accessing the resources through the KYVL website. If you need to access the databases during this time, you may go to the vendor websites directly using the links below. Your KYVL username and password will allow you to log in — please contact the library for the current username & password. … Continue reading →

The Ledge

The Ledge begins with a young man, Gavin (Charlie Hunnam), walking out onto the ledge of a building.  Detective Lucetti (Terrence Howard) shows up to talk him down.  We learn that Detective Lucetti brings his own personal problems to work with him on this day.  Gavin tells the detective his story.  He still has time.  He isn’t jumping until noon.  We learn how he fell in love with Shana (Liv Tyler) who is unfortunately married to Joe (Patrick Wilson).  Their … Continue reading →

Beyonce launches her Tumblr

Beyonce is PEOPLE magazines Most Beautiful Woman. Check our library reference section for the special double issue. She is a new mother to Blue Ivy Carter, and just launched her own Tumblr. You could say 2012 is a big year for her, but Please. Every year is a big year for her. This girl is always working on what’s next. She has always been at the top of her game. She will never disappoint you. Click here for B’s Tumblr. … Continue reading →

Cold War Kids

The first time I heard Cold War Kids was on March 23, 2010. I was at The Auction House, a gritty upscale lounge in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with my two best gals. I was at the bar wishing I had a signature drink to order when their song Hang Me Up to Dry came on. It was like being punched in the face by awesomeness. The bartender was playing their second cd Loyalty to Loyalty. I wanted to curl … Continue reading →

My Adele Obsession

This has been the year of Adele. For me, it was just over a year ago when I saw a video of her performing Someone Like You at the Brit Awards. Click here if you want to see it. I watched and re-watched it until I could follow word-for-word. Her voice is enrapturing. Her songs are transformative. When she sings, she takes you with her. You feel what she’s feeling, and you understand where those lyrics come from. That’s what sets … Continue reading →

The Hunger Games

Everyone knows about this movie. Almost everyone has read the books, and everyone who has LOVES THEM! We’re invested in them. The movie is still in theaters. If you’re waiting for the dvd, there is no official release date, but it’s expected to be in August. And you know the Boyd Co. Public Library will have several copies on pre-order. This review is spoiler heavy, so read at your own risk. First things first, what matters most is whether or … Continue reading →