pickA fast-paced, insightful read on how to be relevant to your service communities aimed at those in the cultural section (museums mainly, but also arts organizations, libraries, historical sites, etc). But there is a lot here that could be of interest beyond that - a theory for why people like and do what they do and how to build connections outside our normal spheres of influence. I wanted more theory, but I‘m a theory nerd so that‘s relevant to me
“When I see a church with a sign outside that says ‘Sunday‘s Message: Jesus said, Bring me that ass‘ or ‘God‘s favorite word is Come,‘ I smile. But I also know they are wasting their time. Sex may be attractive. It may be arresting. But unless it will help people make meaning at church, it‘s irrelevant.”
so-soBetween a pick and a so-so. I think there were a lot of good case studies of both ways participatory ideas can work or not work in museum contexts and that the ideas are definitely relevant to other contexts (like libraries, community centers, online, etc.), though I think the examples sometimes overshadowed the theory and the message of *why* participation matters in these spaces. It‘s an older title so it would be interesting to see it updated.
so-soThis was just okay for me. I struggled to connect with the story and found the writing unimpressive. It‘s not uncommon for short stories to fall flat for me, but this one nearly caused me to give up. I only finished it because it was so brief. I‘ve learned that Allende‘s writing simply isn‘t for me.
Full Review abookandadog.com/blog/lovers-at-the-museum
“Think about what a strange feat Nike pulled off with this product. Nike took a non-screen-based, often anti-social, occasionally loathed or feared activity-running-and turned it into a screen-supported social game. It transformed the motivation to run from being about exercise to being about social competition. Nike+ took an uncontrolled venue . . . and created a compelling experience around it.”
pickThis was an enjoyable reread of a book I haven‘t read in several years. The idea of running away and hiding in a museum is a fun one, and there‘s a bit of a mystery for Claudia and Jamie to investigate as well.
It‘s also been a while since I spent a quiet Friday night with a book and cup of tea, and it was very much appreciated.
#MiddleGrade #MsDsLibrary
“This text is based on Nelson Molina‘s career of finding worth in everything, and the story of his museum acts as a counternarrative to our overuse of disposable goods.”
Read the full review here:
https://wowlit.org/on-line-publications/review/xvii-4/7/
From Pirouette: Turning Points in Design, MOMA. I had no idea there was a particular refugee flag. I learned so much today in such a fun & amazing way.
Designed by Margaret E. Knight in 1870s-1880s. “One of the first women to obtain a US patent. Who knew?!
From Pirouette: Turning Points in Design, MOMA.
From the exhibit Pirouette: Turning Points in Design , at the MOM, Rainbow Flag. 🏳️🌈
