February Teen Reads: Black Voices Matter
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 book lists curated just for you. There’s something for everyone here! This month we’re…
Indie Author Day 2020
Welcome to Indie Author Day! No matter where you are in your writing journey or what you’re writing, let these resources help you. Check out all the information we have below. You’ll find resources to help you on your writing…
NaNoWriMo 2020
November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) where writers from around the world draft a 50,000-word novel in just 30 days. Will you conquer the challenge this year? Learn how to participate and get started writing today! NaNoWriMo Events Winning…
Ray Bradbury, Hollywood and Star Trek! Oh my!
You have probably read one of Ray Bradbury’s books in school or have seen one of the movies based on his books. But did you know… His books and stories have been translated into over 40 languages. His most famous…
A Day in the Life: Studio 300 at Home
We all miss helping our patrons create and share their stories through the digital media and maker technology available in Studio 300. Although the library’s building is closed, we’ve been busy supporting the Library from Home initiatives and training to…
Time to Write
“You can always edit a bad page. You can’t edit a blank page.”― Jodi Picoult As many of us stay home doing our part to flatten the curve, consider using this extra time to start or work on a writing…
Submit Your Work for Our Teen Journal
Updates as of Friday, March 27: The deadline for Teen Journal submissions has been extended to Friday, May 1, and we’ve added an optional theme to this project: Chronicling the COVID-19 Pandemic. Get creative and help us chronicle the changes…
Grow Your Knowledge This Spring
Looking for a fresh way to study a new subject? Try one of our Learning Circles! For seven-weeks this spring, we’ll gather to learn material in a self-paced, online course. Moderated by library staff, adult learners will share and connect…
Book Recommendation: “Deposing Nathan” by Zack Smedley
Commentary When I first picked up Deposing Nathan, I at first thought it was about bullying! I thought deposing, as in “deposing a king.” However, I was completely wrong. This novel is about friendship, homophobia, parental standards, pushing personal limits…
Body Positive Reads
It’s February, the month of love! Instead of your typical teenage romance reads though, let’s focus on loving ourselves. All bodies are great bodies! They get us where we need to go, whether it’s on two legs or in a…