2022 Star Wars Celebration
Before the new season of The Mandalorian arrives on Disney+, get in the Star Wars spirit and show your love for this epic franchise with a day of out-of-this-world fun for people—and Wookies—of all ages! We are hosting an adventure-filled…
Seeking the Stars: Fandom in Space
I’ve been obsessed with space since I was young. My dad and I would look at the stars outside together on the nights when we both couldn’t sleep (insomnia seems to run in the family), and we had the SETI…
Book Review: “Rosemary and Rue” by Seanan McGuire
I rarely get involved in a book series unless it has been completed or nearly completed by the time I begin. Inevitably, I’ll catch up, and the anxiety of waiting for what comes next always gets to me. Occasionally, however,…
Erienne’s Book Talk: Summer Reading Wrap Up
Erienne, our Adult & Teen Services Specialist, is here to discuss the books he read during summer reading and the ones he’s most looking forward to reading soon. Watch his book talk, and then check them out for yourself. And…
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…
Explore Afrofuturism with These Reads
The first time many of us first heard the term “Afrofuturism” was most likely in the 2018 movie Black Panther. Black Panther, a Marvel superhero movie, features the fictional African country of Wakanda, which is technologically superior to the rest of the…
Celebrate Groundhogs Day with Movies about Time Loops
Haven’t you ever said to yourself, “if only I could go back and try again?” Maybe you would make a different choice or been nicer to that stranger. But what if you can’t stop going back? What if you’re doomed…
Erica’s Book Talk: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Between life and death there is a library. When Nora Seed finds herself in the Midnight Library, she has a chance to make things right. Up until now, her life has been full of misery and regret. The books in…
Erica’s Book Talk: “The Martian” by Andy Weir
Do you think self-isolating is rough? Try self-isolating all alone… on Mars. YIKES! If you want to pick up some tips and tricks to get you through quarantine—or if you just want to read an entertaining story—then check out The…