Tag: Kettleson Library

Farmer brings chickens, romance to Sitka’s library

Farmer brings chickens, romance to Sitka’s library

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Nov 13, 2014 | ,

Sitka’s got a new public library director who knows he’s got some big shoes to fill. But Robb Farmer calls himself an ideas man, and he’s looking forward to maintaining the momentum of Kettleson Library’s best programs, while introducing some of his own -- including backyard chicken farming and library speed dating. Read More
Conservation in building design a new ‘energy resource’

Conservation in building design a new ‘energy resource’

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Sep 23, 2014 | ,

Sitka’s public library and centennial building will both be undergoing major renovations over the next couple of years, each growing in size by roughly one-half. But the energy costs to run both buildings will stay the same, thanks to a suite of new technologies that keep heat indoors. The consultant who’s designing the systems says engineers now consider conservation to be a major energy resource in new construction. Read More
Kettleson move brings ‘soul’ back to former campus library

Kettleson move brings ‘soul’ back to former campus library

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Sep 9, 2014 | ,

Without much fanfare, Sitka’s entire public library was relocated to temporary quarters last month. Thousands of books, the shelving to hold them, computers, and furniture were packed across Crescent Harbor to the Stratton Library on the Sheldon Jackson Campus, to make way for contractors preparing to enlarge Kettleson Memorial Library. Read More
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