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Read around the Globe
Travel the world without ever leaving your house! This week on the blog, we've compiled a list of books that are set in countries around the world. The booklist is broken down by continents. Let us know which book you're picking up first!North America Canada - Women...
It’s Time for Back to School
Welcome all returning students! This week, we're celebrating the start of a brand new school year. We hope that all of our patrons have an amazing year ahead. Please make sure your child is registered for our new Fall slate. Click the link to sign up. We've compiled a...
Grief Awareness Day
National Grief Awareness Day is on August 30th. It helps to raise the awareness of the grieving process to those who are experiencing loss. It also sheds lights on how to help people who are going through the grieving process. Here are some books and media that shwo...
Science Fiction Week
This week we're celebrating the best of Science Fiction! On our list, you'll find book and movie recommendations of some the best of the genre. Did we pick your favorite? Books The Martian by Andy Weir Dune series by Frank Herbet 1984 by George Orwell Ready Player One...
National Book Lovers Day
Celebrate National Book Lovers Day this Saturday, August 9th!We've gathered some titles across all age levels to enjoy! Let us know how you're celebrating!Adult Recommendations Fiction The Waiting by Michael Connelly Never Say Never by Danielle Steel Long Island by...
Crossword Puzzle
Test your knowledge on our July Crossword Puzzle! Click on the link to fill out your answers. July Crossword Puzzle Good Luck! Across 3. Gilbert and Sullivan wrote in this music genre 5. Who is the narrator in Stephen King's Shawshank Redemption 6. Who is the...
Andy Warhol
Today, we are looking at the life and career of Pop Art artist, Andy Warhol. Born Andrew Warhola in 1928, Andy showed an interest in art at an early age. His upbringing in Pittsburgh was filled with economic hardships but his family encouraged him to take art classes....
Revisiting Childhood Stories
This week, our staff is revisiting some of their childhood favorite books! Let us know which ones you're interested in reading!Derlin's Favorite Spirit Animals by Brandon Mull Chelsea's Favorites The Big Orange Splot by Daniel Pinkwater Go Dogs Go by PD...
John Singer Sargent
John Singer Sargent was born on January 12, 1856 and was the eldest of the surviving Sargent children. His parents were Dr. Fitzwilliam Sargent and Mary Newbold Singer. His father was a doctor in Philadelphia but left America in 1854 to live in Europe after the death...
Edward Hopper
For the month of July, we'll be examining some of America's famous painters. To kick things off, we'll be exploring the life and career of Edward Hopper. Edward Hopper was known for capturing scenes of everyday life. You can see some of his art at the Museum of...
Recommendations for Pride Month
We're celebrating Pride Month all month long! In this post, we have gathered a list of some popular books and movies to check out this month!Book Recommendations Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin Your Driver is Waiting by Priya Guns Tomorrow will be different by Sarah...
Harvey Milk
In today's post, we are writing about LGBTQ activist and first openly gay man to hold a public office in California, Harvey Milk. We've also added books and media for further study below! “there is hope that the system can work for all minorities if we fight. We’ve...
National Pet Month
We're celebrating National Pet Month! We have collected stories that features pets in important roles. From cata to pigs, we hope you enjoy these books and movies!Books Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus If Cats Disappeared from the World by Genki Kawawaka Can I Be...
Book Adaptations
As we approach the half way point of the year, here's a list of all the movies and television shows based on hit books coming later in 2025 or 2026. What are you most excited for?Coming in 2025 How To Train Your Dragon based on the book by Cressida Cowell I Know What...
AAPI Heritage Month
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. To celebrate, we have compiled a list of new releases and favorites featuring actors and authors. Let us know if you have found your next read!Books Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner The Emperor of Gladness by...
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