New Inspirations Kit: Grace Lin
Pick up an Inspirations kit at the Children’s Services Desk! This is a new program where kids of all ages can get inspired and discover diverse authors and artists through hands-on activities. The first featured author and illustrator is Grace…
Jay’s Book Talk: On the Clock
“On the Clock explores the lengths that half of Americans will go to in order to make a living, offering not only a better understanding of the modern workplace, but also surprising solutions to make work more humane for millions…
Start Reading with our Amazon Fire Tablets
Our Amazon Fire tablets are now available for checkout! These high-performance, lightweight tablets are packed with a large collection of popular adult and teen eBooks. Fountaindale cardholders ages 18 years and older can check out both the adult and teen…
New Children’s Reading Program: We Like Reading!
We want to celebrate beginning readers as they learn new skills! Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk to be part of We Like Reading, a new reading program for young readers in grades K–2. Similar to our 1,000 Books…
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…
December Teen Reads: Get Crafty!, Books for K-Pop Fans & Teen Volunteer Recommendations
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…
Erica’s Top 5 Books of 2020
It’s been a year. Literally. But also a year, if you know what I mean. As much as this year has hurt me and hurt the world, I did read a lot of really great books! I even encountered some of my…
Children’s Winter Reading Program: November 30–February 1
Winter can be a hard and boring time because we are stuck at home with nothing to do. But don’t fret—we always have fun books and activities waiting for you! Our new Winter Reading Program is a fun way to…
Books and Quilts and Quilting Books
Do you have a hobby? I would not call my obsession with reading a hobby; it’s more of a lifestyle, but I have loved books since I was a wee toddler. It might have been sparked by the opportunities that…
Teen Reading Challenge Extended to November 1
Teens, challenge yourself to read or listen to something new, whether that be a new author or series, a graphic novel or biography. Complete a minimum of five challenges to be entered to win a prize pack of popular books…