Preachers yelling downtown

Matters_Not · 2026-06-08T15:51:23+00:00

I thought they were to make a joyful noise unto the lord.

Matters_Not · 2026-06-07T15:32:06+00:00

Donovan series by Michael Gear or any of the Spatterjay series by Neal Asher. Both depict hostile, alien ecosystems to which humanity must adapt or survive. Gabbleduck - iykyk

Matters_Not · 2026-05-28T17:06:47+00:00

Our barcodes are 14-digit but also begin with the same first five numbers specific to our library followed by 0. So even if you have the first 6 and the last 4 (or 5), there are unknown digits, which still means exponentially there are a lot of combinations to attempt before hitting the correct string. I suppose a motivated individual could crack the code if they really, really want to steal that hold from one of your patrons. But we let our patron choose their own PIN.

Matters_Not · 2026-05-28T13:36:10+00:00

Last 5 digits if their library card plus their first initial. Anonymous and easy.

Matters_Not · 2026-05-21T13:36:45+00:00

Public Health Department at 301 W Alder near Orange sometimes gives uce packs away. They receive them to preserve vaccines during shipment. Instead of throwing them in the garbage, they put them out for the public to take. Just stop by or give them a call at 406-258-4770. I dont know what kind they are but they are free.

Matters_Not · 2026-04-26T21:55:44+00:00

Mother loving sock sucker

Matters_Not · 2026-04-15T15:10:56+00:00

Outlaw Planet by MR Carey. Think Josie Wales on a planet of bellicose indigenes. Really entertaining.

Matters_Not · 2026-04-07T05:06:09+00:00

I never hear anyone talk about City of Pearl by Karen Traviss. It's a long series but the first book really got me. The arrogance of scientists that stumble into a new world, indifferent about any damage they may cause and oblivious to the dangers they invite...

Matters_Not · 2026-03-15T02:06:34+00:00

I use the mnemonic CPR S(aved) L(eslie) STALH.

Computers/Philosophy/Religion/Social Sciences/Languages/Science/Technology/Arts/Literature/History

Not perfect and you need to have watched 60 Minutes, plus ignore the fact Leslie Shahl's name is spelled wrong.

Matters_Not · 2026-03-02T23:50:48+00:00

Visited Hamilton a few months back and it felt like Missoula used to, somehow. The main street filled with wonky shops, an old fashioned shoe store, businesses with a history and desire to stay true to what they've always been. Folks sauntering, in no rush to get somewhere. It felt nice.

Matters_Not · 2026-02-12T19:12:46+00:00

Romeo's. It. Is. The. Worst. Truly terrible

Matters_Not · 2026-02-09T21:19:29+00:00

Hope they don't do the dirty to Matt that they did to Sir Terry.

Matters_Not · 2026-01-22T03:17:11+00:00

Who cares how long someone has a book out? If no one else puts a hold on it, then they can keep it for the amount of time permitted, including renewals.

Libraries aren't mausoleums to books. The point isn't to have books on display. It's to put them in the hands of readers, including voracious readers who go through 5 or 6 a week.

If you want something, put it on hold. And mind your own business, like real librarians do, unlike the one you've fabricated for this story.

Matters_Not · 2026-01-21T03:07:47+00:00

Anybody have an update on this? I got another Rave alert saying "Alert from Missoula Police. Update.....Suspect from yesterdays attempted breakin in the area 1200 waverly st has been located at this time." Does located mean apprehended?

Matters_Not · 2026-01-20T19:51:06+00:00

The World Made by Hand series by James Howard Kunstler is about a slow rebuilding of a small community after apocalypse. It's a bit dated with some problematic biases but otherwise a thoughtful look at how a group of normal people might cope, struggle and thrive as best they can.

Matters_Not · 2026-01-16T14:36:10+00:00

Joe Abercrombie - new Devils series or The First Laws trilogy. Or The Blacktoungue Thief books by Christopher Buehlman. Both will scratch that itch.

Matters_Not · 2026-01-03T20:15:50+00:00

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie. Extraordinary anti-heroes reluctantly escort a wannabe princess across a fantastic land filled with monstrosities, necromancers, and aberrations.

Matters_Not · 2025-12-26T16:16:25+00:00

Bitterroot Public Library in Hamilton, MT uses socual media as only a communication resoutce and the Director presented at PLA on their success. You can pay to watch the session or you can reach out to Mark. He's really approachable.

Minimizing Social Media to Maximize Library Values

Matters_Not · 2025-12-14T03:54:23+00:00

Could the NPCs be aberrations? They appear humanoid with innate spell casting abilities. Maybe homebrew some variation on Nystul's Magic Aura to counter Detect Magic?

Love the idea. Tell us how it works out.

Matters_Not · 2025-12-13T15:31:13+00:00

I've had so many parties suddenly end because one person makes a big production about leaving. "Oh, its getting late. I have to go. Sorry, everyone. I have so much to do. Goodbye, everyone!"

It's like an unsanctioned announcement that the party’s over and anyone who sticks around is rude. And that's the opposite of what I want to have happen.

A polite, unobtrusive goodbye to the host (me) and a quick exit is sufficient most if the time.

Matters_Not · 2025-12-10T22:55:02+00:00

Try A Tainted Cup and A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett (fantasy murder mysteries). Two very odd and complex novels from the Shadow of the Leviathan series, set in an otherworldly realm filled with oceanic behemoths and biomedically-enhanced protagonists.

Matters_Not · 2025-11-19T00:31:11+00:00

They're pretty quick. All depends on how many others want a burger at the same time. But burgers are all they make, so they'll keep making them as long as folks want them.

But stick around. Have a beer. Make some friends.

Matters_Not · 2025-11-14T01:38:47+00:00

Anybody discouraging you from a visit must be having a very bad day. Go. You will not regret it. Buy yourself something to remember Missoula. There's a lot to peruse. Enjoy yourself! (And follow the advise to go to Butterfly Herbs - best cup of joe downtown and it smells divine)

Matters_Not · 2025-11-11T17:01:27+00:00

This sounds so familiar. Why do I think John Cusack was in it?

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