Holidays

Juneteenth 2024

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Juneteenth in honor of our African-American students, faculty, and staff. Juneteenth is a federal holiday that celebrates the freedom of slaves in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865. During Juneteenth, check out the list of films, books, and web resources to learn more.

Films

These films are available to stream through the library in Kanopy.

Books

Check out these print and electronic resources available through the library.

Web Resources

For more information about Juneteenth, visit some of these websites.

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Valentine's Day 2024

Valentine's Day 2024

Happy Valentine’s Day, Bears! We hope you enjoy spending time with your loved ones today. Drop by the tables at the Douglas and Henry Regional Academic Centers and the Swilley Library in Atlanta to grab some candy and giveaways!

If you are located near the Tarver Library, check out their Valentine’s Day Events below.

  • Guess How Many (February 7 – 28): Guess how many Starbursts are in the jar and submit your answer to the “Valentine’s Giveaway Box.” The winner will be announced on February 28 and will receive a gift box with stickers, snacks, and other Valentine’s Day gifts.

     

  • Valentine’s Arts and Crafts (February 14): Join the Tarver Library for a Valentine’s Day craft event to make friendship bracelets, cards, and pipe cleaner flowers! All supplies will be provided so just bring your creativity. Make something for you or for someone important to you! Event will take place February 14th from 1-3 PM on the 2nd floor of the Tarver Library.
Valentine's Day 2024

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Drawn image of Martin Luther King, Jr. with the text injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere and MLK Day.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2024

The Mercer University Libraries commemorates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 15. Martin Luther King, Jr., and other civil rights activists, were dedicated to the fight for freedom and equality. Check out the film, books, and web resources below about Dr. King, and visit the table displays at the Douglas and Henry Regional Academic Centers and the Swilley Library. Lastly, be sure to watch last year’s interview with Rev. Dr. Thomas Slater, professor emeritus in the McAfee School of Theology, who discussed Dr. King’s speeches and sermons. This video will also be streamed in the Swilley Library.

Film Spotlight

MLK/FBI is a documentary that accounts the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) excessive and unwarranted surveillance of Dr. King. It’s available to stream on Kanopy, which is accessible through the Mercer University Libraries.

Books

Browse a few of these books available through the libraries.

Web Resources

For more information about Martin Luther King, Jr., see the resources below.

Drawn image of Martin Luther King, Jr. with the text injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere and MLK Day.

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Happy Halloween

Halloween 2023

Boo! The Mercer University Libraries wants to wish students, faculty, and staff a safe and fun Halloween. Check out this New York Magazine article for costume ideas! Also, see the list of top 5 films to stream in Kanopy and a list of books to read.

Films

These films are available to watch in Kanopy in the Horror 2023 collection.

  • Piranha
  • X
  • Bodies, Bodies, Bodies
  • Pearl
  • A Tale of Two Sisters

Books

Check out these e-books and print books available through the library.

Happy Halloween

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Juneteenth (Freedom Day) June 19

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Juneteenth in honor of our African-American students, faculty, and staff. Juneteenth is a federal holiday that celebrates the freedom of slaves in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865. During Juneteenth, check out the list of films, books, and web resources to learn more.

Films

These films are available to stream through the library in Kanopy.

  • Miss Juneteenth
  • Ralph Ellison: An American Journey
  • Daughters of the Dust
  • Rafiki
  • I Am Not a Witch
  • Really Love

Books

Check out these print and electronic resources available through the library.

Web Resources

For more information about Juneteenth, visit some of these websites.

Juneteenth (Freedom Day) June 19

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Valentine's Day—February 14

Happy Valentine’s Day, Bears! Grab some candy and giveaways at the tables set up at the Douglas and Henry Academic Centers and the Swilley Library in Atlanta. Enjoy spending time with your loved ones today.

Valentine's Day—February 14

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

The Mercer University Libraries honors Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 16. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other civil rights activist were dedicated to the fight for freedom and equality. Check out the film, books, and web resources below about Dr. King, and visit the table displays at the Douglas/Henry Academic Centers and the Swilley Library. Lastly, be sure to watch the YouTube video with Rev. Dr. Thomas Slater, professor emeritus in the McAfee School of Theology, who discusses Dr. King’s speeches and sermons.

Film Spotlight

King in the Wilderness: The Final Years of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is a documentary that chronicles the last three years of Dr. King’s life. It’s available to stream on Kanopy, which is available through the Mercer University Libraries.

Books

Browse a few of these books available through the libraries.

Web Resources

For more information about Martin Luther King, Jr., see the resources below.

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banned books week september 18 to september 24

Banned Books Week 2022

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Banned Books Week from September 18 through September 24. Check out the list of banned books and the displays at the Mercer libraries. For banned books lists and events, visit the American Library Association (ALA). 

Some reasons given for banning a book:

  • Sex
  • Drugs/alcohol
  • Witchcraft
  • Profanity
  • Homosexuality
  • Violence
  • Suicide
  • Rape
  • Racial Content

List of Banned Books at Mercer University Libraries

banned books week september 18 to september 24

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constitution day september 17

Constitution Day 2022

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Constitution and Citizenship Day, which occurs September 17. This week, visit the United States Court and the National Archives for more information and upcoming events. You can even interact with the Constitution! Check out the display tables at all of our libraries. Also, see the film spotlight and a list of books to read.

Film Spotlight: Created Equal: Constitution USA with Peter Sagal

Created Equal: Constitution USA with Peter Sagal is part of a documentary series that covers the history of the Constitution and examines how it fits in our society today. It’s available through the Mercer Libraries in Films on Demand. 

Books

Check out these e-books available through the library.

constitution day september 17

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4th of july holiday hours

4th of July Holiday Hours

In honor of the 4th of July holiday, we will be modifying our hours.

Swilley Library & Tarver Library

  • Sunday, July 2, 2022 
    • 2:00PM – 6:00PM
  • Monday, July 4, 2022 
    • CLOSED 

Douglas Center & Henry Center

  • Sunday, July 2, 2022
    • CLOSED
  • Monday, July 4, 2022
    • CLOSED 
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