Episode 19 - Summer Challenge 2026: Unearth a Story

Episode 19 - Summer Challenge 2026: Unearth a Story

How many times can Sonya, Catie, and Amanda mention Harrison Ford in one episode? Turns out the answer is "several"! In between Harrison Ford chat, they also talk about the 2026 Summer Challenge. This year's theme is Unearth A Story so dinosaurs and archaeologists abound! Be sure to check out the links below or stop in at any location to see what you can dig up at the library! Mentioned in this episode: * Unearth a Story: Summer Challenge 2026 [https://www.ccplohio.org/news/summer-challenge/] - Details on how the Summer Challenge works, where to sign up, and the great prizes you could win! * Summer Challenge Events & Programs at CCPL [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=Summer%20Challenge&_gl=1*1ucgxzv*_ga*MTQ3MjE2Nzk2Ni4xNzExMDQ1ODA0*_ga_G99DMMNG39*czE3NzkzOTA1NzQkbzM3NiRnMSR0MTc3OTM5MDY2MyRqNjAkbDAkaDA.] - A list of all the cool Summer Challenge specific events and programs on offer at CCPL this summer! Want a handy printed version? Stop in at any branch location to pick up our giant flyer of Summer Challenge fun! * Beanstack [https://ccplohio.beanstack.org] - Sign up with Beanstack to log your Summer Challenge activities for the chance to earn freebies and be entered in the grand prize drawings! Download the Beanstack Tracker app or visit the website at ccplohio.beanstack.org [https://ccplohio.beanstack.org]. * All CCPL Events [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/events] - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org [https://www.ccplohio.org/].

Episode 18 - Mental Health Resource Fair

Patron Advocate Katie Miller and Adult Programming Specialist Catie Stewart step back into the booth to talk about the upcoming Mental Health Resource Fair at the Main Library. Mentioned in this episode: * Mental Health Resource Fair 2026 [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/events/69dea0704dacf581ff88c69e] - Visit the Mental Health Resource Fair at the Main Branch to discover many of the local organizations offering mental health services to Clark County. * Free Comic Book Day [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=free%20comic%20book%20day] - Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the Library! Take a look at all of the events going on at CCPL locations and be sure to listen to the Free Comic Book Day episode of The Spinner Rack. * CCPL Events [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/events] - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org [https://www.ccplohio.org/].

Issue 02 - Free Comic Book Day at the Library

Welcome back to The Spinner Rack, this time with special guest Miri! In this month's issue, they discuss Free Comic Book Day, what they are excited to see on offer, and the multitude of awesome events happening at the Clark County Public Library that day.  *Slight correction: To complete your Superfan stamp card, you will need 8 stamps, not the 5 stated. Apologies for any confusion!    Mentioned in this issue:  * Free Comic Book Day at the Library [https://www.ccplohio.org/news/celebrate-free-comic-book-day-with-the-library/] – See the list of Free Comic Book Day events and which branch they are taking place at.   * Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/search?query=books&searchType=catalogue&_ga=2.88371102.480173767.1601388559-696457449.1600866922&_gl=1*1s30mau*_ga*MTQ3MjE2Nzk2Ni4xNzExMDQ1ODA0*_ga_G99DMMNG39*czE3NzMzMjI1MTEkbzMyNiRnMSR0MTc3MzMyMjU1MyRqMTgkbDAkaDA.&f_FORMAT=GRAPHIC_NOVEL] – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library.  * CCPL Events [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/events] – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library.

Issue 01 - Welcome to the Spinner Rack

Skye and Jonathan are back again, this time with the first episode of their new comic and graphic novel podcast, The Spinner Rack! In this month's issue, they discuss the latest Marvel and DC trailer releases, upcoming Titans runs, and Skye faces the daunting task of blind ranking Batman: The Animated Series characters.    Mentioned in this issue:  * Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/search?query=books&searchType=catalogue&_ga=2.88371102.480173767.1601388559-696457449.1600866922&_gl=1*1s30mau*_ga*MTQ3MjE2Nzk2Ni4xNzExMDQ1ODA0*_ga_G99DMMNG39*czE3NzMzMjI1MTEkbzMyNiRnMSR0MTc3MzMyMjU1MyRqMTgkbDAkaDA.&f_FORMAT=GRAPHIC_NOVEL] – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library.  * Libby [https://libbyapp.com/] – Libby has a vast collection of digital graphic novels, manga, and comics available for check out. Not sure where to begin? Check out the Comics Guide for recommendations!  * Hoopla [https://hoopladigital.com/] – Sign up for Hoopla with your email address and library card to access thousands of digital graphic novels, single issue comics, and trade paperbacks, available for instant check out. No need to wait in a weeks-long hold line for a single issue!  * CCPL Events [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/events] – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library.  Have a segment suggestion or discussion topic idea? Send an email to sperez@ccplohio.org [sperez@ccplohio.org].

Episode 17 - Eisner Awards and The Spinner Rack

Did you go batty for our Batman Day bonus episode? Skye and Jonathan are back! This episode they're chatting with Amanda about the Eisner Awards. Want even more talk about comics and graphic novels? Keep an eye out for Skye and Jonathan's regular feature; The Spinner Rack!  Mentioned in this episode: * Graphic Novels at CCPL [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/search?query=books&searchType=catalogue&_ga=2.88371102.480173767.1601388559-696457449.1600866922&_gl=1*1s30mau*_ga*MTQ3MjE2Nzk2Ni4xNzExMDQ1ODA0*_ga_G99DMMNG39*czE3NzMzMjI1MTEkbzMyNiRnMSR0MTc3MzMyMjU1MyRqMTgkbDAkaDA.&f_FORMAT=GRAPHIC_NOVEL] - Browse the collection of graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. * hoopla [https://hoopladigital.com] - Hoopla has an extensive collection of graphic novels, comics, and manga. Borrow and enjoy these as well as audiobooks, eBooks, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card! Hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Sign-up with your email address and library card and be sure to check out the 2025 Eisner Award Winners collection! * Libby [https://libbyapp.com] - Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere. All you need to get started is a library card. Not sure where to get started with comics, graphic novels, and manga? Take a look at the Comics Guide for suggestions from Libby librarians. * CCPL Events [https://ccplohio.bibliocommons.com/v2/events] - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org [https://www.ccplohio.org/].