September 2019 - Eisenhower Public Library

Classic Film Series: Unleashed

September 30, 2019 | Comments Off

Thursday, October 31, 2019, 1:00 PM.

Our Classic Film Series continues with Unleashed.

Central Baptist Book Club: The Garden of Small Beginnings

September 25, 2019 | Comments Off

Friday, October 25, 2019, 3:30 PM.

Every month, residents of Central Baptist Village meet in the Craft Room to discuss a book chosen by our Outreach Librarian. This month we're reading The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman.

Jessica Love Wins the 2019 Klaus Flugge Prize for Picture Book Illustration

September 22, 2019 | Comments Off

Jessica Love has been Awarded the Klaus Flugge Prize for her debut children's book, Julian is a Mermaid in which a young boy who loves mermaids takes part in a special mermaid parade, with the help of his nana. A joyful, positive story that adroitly questions gender stereotypes, it has been described as barrier-breaking.

Modern Times Film Series: Halloween

September 22, 2019 | Comments Off

Tuesday, October 15, 2:00 PM & October 22, 6:00 PM.

The Modern Times Film series showcases new additions to the library's movie collection. This month's movie will be Halloween. In this sequel to the 1978 horror classic, Laurie Strode confronts Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree four decades ago. 2018. Rated R. 2h 16m.

October 2019 LibraryReads List

September 21, 2019 | Comments Off

Every month at libraryreads.org, librarians across the county nominate their favorite upcoming books. Whichever books get the most nominations go onto the monthly list. Place holds now to get these sure-to-be popular books as soon as possible after they're released.

Classic Film Series: I Am a Fugitive From a Chain Gang

September 19, 2019 | Comments Off

Thursday, October 17, 2019, 1:00 PM.

Our Classic Film Series continues with I Am a Fugitive From a Chain Gang.

After Hours Teen Time: The Wizard of Oz

September 14, 2019 | Comments Off

Friday, October 11, 2019, 5:00 - 8:00 PM.

We're keeping the library open after hours just for teens. Bring your friends, to watch a movie, eat some pizza, and make a craft.

Sharon Bala Wins 2019 Harper Lee Prize for Legal Fiction

September 12, 2019 | Comments Off

This week, Sharon Bala was awarded the 2019 Harper Lee Prize for her debut book The Boat People, an extraordinary novel about a group of refugees who survive a perilous ocean voyage only to face the threat of deportation amid accusations of terrorism.

Pride & Prejudice Film Series

September 9, 2019 | Comments Off

Leading up to our October 13th, 2019 Conversation with Sonali Dev, author of Pride and Prejudice & Other Flavors, we're presenting a series of film adaptations of Jane Austen's classic romance novel.

Polish Heritage Book Club: Radioactive: Marie & Pierre Curie

September 8, 2019 | Comments Off

Thursday, October 10, 2019, 3:00 PM.

Join us every other month for an English-language book discussion group focused on literature related to Poland and Polish culture. This month we're discussing Radioactive: Marie & Pierre Curie: A Tale of Love and Fallout by Lauren Redniss.

Classic Film Series: American Sniper

September 7, 2019 | Comments Off

Thursday, October 10, 2019, 1:00 PM.

Our Classic Film Series continues with American Sniper.

Page to Screen Club: The Shining

September 6, 2019 | Comments Off

Tuesday, October 08, 2019, 5:30 PM.

This month we'll watch The Shining after reading the novel by Stephen King. Rated R. 2h 26m.

Adult Book Discussion: A Distant Heart

September 5, 2019 | Comments Off

Monday, October 07, 2019, 6:00 - 7:30 PM.
Tuesday, October 08, 2019, 2:00 - 3:30 PM.

This month's Adult Book Discussion book will be A Distant Heart by Sonali Dev.

3rd-5th Grade Graphic Novel Club: The Creepy Case Files of Margo Maloo

September 2, 2019 | Comments Off

Wednesday, October 02, 2019, 4:30 - 5:00 PM.

Do you love graphic novels? Are you in grades 3-5? Join us as we discuss The Creepy Case Files of Margo Maloo by Drew Weing.

A Conversation with Sonali Dev

September 1, 2019 | Comments Off

Sunday, October 13, 2019, 2:00 - 4:00 PM.

Bestselling author Sonali Dev uses her insights into Indian culture to conjure up Bollywood-style love stories that explore issues faced by women around the world while still indulging her faith in the idea of a happily-ever-after.