Starr Library LbNA #: 33689
CluesStarr Library is located on West Market Street in Rhinebeck, NY.
Clue #1:
As you enter the Starr Library you will notice two cornerstones. Subtract the lesser number from the greater. Multiply this number by the number of hanging light fixtures in the children’s wing. On the dictionary stand in the children’s wing, look up the word “croquet” in the dictionary and add the page number on which it appears. Write the number here: ___ ___ ___
Clue #2:
Walk into the Adult Reference section and look for Vol. II of a book with a call number that matches the number from Clue #1. Turn to page 245 and find the alternate name given to the bird that appears on the bottom left of the page. (It will appear in quotes “ ” in the picture caption.) Write alternate name here: ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
Clue #3:
Using the library catalog computer, do a title search of all Rhinebeck records using the nickname from Clue #2. Find this book on the appropriate shelf in the children’s wing (hint: it has a unique sewn binding).
Write the author’s last name here: ___ ___ ___ ___
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Write the first Braille word that appears in the book: ____ ____ ____ ____ ____
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What part of the body is used to read Braille?: ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____
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Recopy the letters as numbered here: ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____
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Clue #4:
Using the library catalog computer, click on the “Advanced Search” option and do a subject search of all Rhinebeck records using the last word of Clue #3. Write down the call number of the book here: ____ ____ ____ . ____ ____
Walk to the section of the library where this book can be found and you should find what you’re looking for!! Congratulations!
Please remember to respect the library rules as you enjoy working on these clues. Avoid inky fingers on the books and tables. Have fun!!
For a list of all the library letterboxes in the Mid-Hudson Library System, please look here: http://midhudson.org/Letterboxing/main.htm
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