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It’s hard being a parent, but don’t be afraid to ask for help. Below is a list of recommended reading if you have a child that is LGBTQIA+.

General Info Number of Seasons: 2 Where to watch: Netflix only Brief Synopsis: Expert artisans restore timeworn family heirlooms with touching sentimental value while also uncovering their uniquely rich histories. Our Commentary At first glance, you may be thinking The…

When remembering the Stonewall Uprising, it’s important to reflect on its origin. The riots began “in the early morning hours of June 28, 1969, at the Stonewall Inn in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City (Source).” Gay…

Number of Seasons: 2 Where to Watch: Netflix Brief Synopsis: “Part-timer Carole meets rich girl Tuesday, and each realizes they’ve found the musical partner they need. Together, they just might make it.” Commentary: Just within the first episode, Carole and Tuesday quickly became one…

Recently, I was in the middle of a riveting book, a book so riveting that I ignored basic human needs in order to finish it. While nearing the end, something unforgivable happened. Something that changed my life forever. The dog…

You know them, and you love them. You watch the Christmas in July movie marathons and can’t get enough of them. But did you know that the library has not only the Christmas movies but also the popular mystery series?…

While 2020 is leaving us without Pride parades, it doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate all things LGBTQIA+! Below are five romance books on my to-read list for this year. Are some of them a little cheesy? Oh yes. The more…

We all know the rhyme: Lizzie Borden took an ax gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41…. Or did she? It was a hot day when Bridget heard Lizzie cry…

There are so many great movies to watch, but what makes the best movies are those stories that touch us in a personal way and help us identify with the characters we see on the silver screen. Hollywood is finally…

Becca from Adult Services has been exploring Kanopy, our film streaming service showcasing more than 30,000 films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find indies, film festival favorites, the Criterion Collection, early cinema, PBS and much more! Below are her recommendations…