The Best Things From 2023
2023 was a year of discovery for many of us. We danced and sang along to new music from iconic artists. We cheered for the heroes in exciting new movies. And some of us discovered new ways to think, laugh…
2023 was a year of discovery for many of us. We danced and sang along to new music from iconic artists. We cheered for the heroes in exciting new movies. And some of us discovered new ways to think, laugh…
Our Children’s Department is excited to continue offering Family Programs this winter season! These family events are programs that are aimed at children but meant for children and their adults to participate in together. Join us at one of these…
I’ve read or listened to about 65 books in 2023, and 17 of those were nonfiction. Most were either memoirs or books about American history. I generally gravitate towards stories about people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. I realized towards…
It has been a great year of reading fiction for me. I started reading romance books for the first time, which has provided some escapism. But after looking at the list of novels I’ve read in 2023, the ones that…
Everyone has a favorite holiday, whether it entails presents, scary costumes, or sacrificial turkeys. But there are a number of holidays from the dustbin of history that our families may have celebrated in the past or have their roots in…
Looking for something to read? Our teen services staff are here to help. Browse our handpicked collection of books perfect for teens. Visit Teen Reads to view our booklists curated just for you. You can also stop by the teen area…
Who doesn’t like donuts or crafts? That’s what we thought! So what about donuts or crafts on our Bookmobile? Even better! We are excited to share that our Outreach team will be offering two brand-new programs on our Bookmobile starting…
What are the latest and greatest titles in the children’s collection? Take a look at the carousels below! Remember, you can place holds on books and pick them up at our drive-thru window. You can also sign up to get…
If you’re one of the millions of readers across the country who have enjoyed Fourth Wing and Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros, you might be yearning for another book or series to read with similar fantasy elements. If that sounds…
Organized in 1986, the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is recognized by the United Nations on December 2. It is estimated that 50 million people currently live in slavery, and it occurs in almost every country. According to…