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National Deaf History Month

by Jane Spadaccini | Apr 2, 2026 | Adult Resources, Adults, Booklists, Children, Young Adults

April is National Deaf History Month! You can celebrate by reading books by deaf or hard of hearing authors. You can also watch some incredible movies that feature deaf and hard of hearing actors. If you want to learn more about Deaf History, please check out the...

Celebrating Friendship

by Jane Spadaccini | Nov 20, 2025 | Adults, Booklists, Children, Young Adults

This year we’re thankful for the friendships we found through reading. In today’s post, you’ll find some of the best examples of friendship that are portrayed through books, movies and television. Let us know which ones you’re excited about!...

Indigenous Peoples Month

by Jane Spadaccini | Nov 6, 2025 | Adults, Booklists, Children, Young Adults

November is Indigenous Peoples Month! To celebrate, we have compiled a list of books and media to enjoy! Let us know which title you’re most excited for! What to Read – Adults The Whistler by Nick Medina We Survived the Night by Julian Brave NoiseCat...

Halloween

by Jane Spadaccini | Oct 30, 2025 | Adults, Booklists, Children, Young Adults

Happy Halloween to all of our patrons! We hope that everyone has a lot of fun trick or treating this Friday! On today’s blog, we give some recommendations for Halloween inspired books! Recommendations for Kids Chicka Chicka Tricka Treat by Julien Chung Creepy...

National Book Lovers Day

by Jane Spadaccini | Aug 7, 2025 | Adults, Children, Young Adults

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...

Revisiting Childhood Stories

by Jane Spadaccini | Jul 17, 2025 | Booklists, Children, Parents, Young Adults

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...

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