Three New Library Displays

Three new displays are available on Floor 3 of the Ort Library.

The first display case on the left highlights Harry Potter Book Night. The Ort Library will host the event again this year in collaboration with the Children's Literature Centre from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on February 2.  Last year Hogwart's Express greeted visitors to the celebration in the library.

About 300 area middle school children and parents attended. Plans are underway for an even bigger celebration this year--stay tuned for additional details.

The second display recognizes January 17th as the anniversary of the first meeting of the United Nations Security Council. The display includes books from the library's collection that document the history and challenges addressed by the Council. Countries that provoked sanctions are identified. In addition to the materials assembled in the display case the Council's official website includes an extensive list of links to additional documentation.

The third display features items donated to Special Collections by Dr. Gary S. Horowitz, former Vice-President of Advancement at FSU.  Dr. Horowitz collected these items while traveling through Africa.

Items displayed include carvings, dolls and masks.

Additional items from the Horowitz Collection can be viewed in the President's Conference Room, Hitchins 218.

Visit the Dr. David M. Gillespie Special Collections on Floor 4 of the Ort Library to see the wooden carving, pictured on the left, from the Horowitz Collection.

Muggles & Wizards All Enjoyed Harry Potter Book Night

The Children's Literature Centre and the Lewis J. Ort Library were pleased to present Harry Potter Book Night on Thursday February 4, 2016.

Muggles and wizards joined together to celebrate all things Harry Potter. The night included the sorting of all new wizards into their respective houses. Once all new students were sorted, they were off to several classes, including Divination, Potions, Charms, and Quidditch.

After classes, all wizards and muggles met back together to see who won the House Cup. This year's House Cup went to Hufflepuff.

Below are some pictures from the night. We look forward to seeing all wizards and muggles next year.

 Picture Courtesy of P. Williams

 Picture Courtesy of P. Williams

Picture Courtesy of N. Frost

 Picture Courtesy of N. Frost

 Picture Courtesy of E. Zumbrun

 Picture Courtesy of N. Frost

 Picture Courtesy of E. Zumbrun

Harry Potter Book Night - Thursday Feb 4: 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Join the Children’s Literature Centre and the Lewis J. Ort Library for an evening of fun with all things Harry Potter.

On Thursday, February 4, 2016 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. the Children’s Literature Center and the Lewis J. Ort Library will be hosting Harry Potter Book Night in the Library. 

The evening of fun will include a Hogwarts house sorting ceremony, magic classes, Quidditch lessons, games, quizzes, readings, screenings and more. Fans of the book series can show off their knowledge and meet other Harry Potter enthusiasts, and newcomers to the magical world will get an introduction like no other. All attendees, magical or Muggle, are encouraged to wear their favorite wizarding outfit and compete in a costume contest.

Please Note: Events will be taking place throughout the building, with the exception of the 4^th floor, which will remain open for Quiet Study only. While Library services may be disrupted, the library's computers and electronic resources will be available.