October 2019 - Eisenhower Public Library

Orange World and Other Stories by Karen Russell

October 27, 2019 | Comments Off

I loved the stories in this book. They are real, strange, and completely earthy. Each story is a perfect mixture of this world and ‘the other’, ‘the other’ being different in each case.

Chernobyl

October 26, 2019 | Comments Off

In five episodes, HBO’s Chernobyl miniseries dramatizes the events of the April 1986 nuclear plant explosion in the Soviet Union.

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Brave Molly by Brooke Boynton-Hughes

October 25, 2019 | Comments Off

This wordless picture book follows Molly as she wrestles with her anxieties - physically represented by a shadowy monster that follows her everywhere.

Central Baptist Book Club: The Cut Out Girl

October 22, 2019 | Comments Off

Friday, November 22, 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 Cut Out Girl by Bart van Es.

Classic Film Series: What’s Up, Doc

October 21, 2019 | Comments Off

Thursday, November 21, 2019, 1:00 PM.

Our Classic Film Series continues with What's Up, Doc.

Shades of White from Country Living Magazine

October 20, 2019 | Comments Off

If you have never thought of white as a complex color, think again. Shades of White explores the versatility of this timeless color in the home setting. With breathtaking photos of rooms whose only common denominator is the thoughtful use of the color white, the book is broken out into four styles: rustic, classic, vintage, and modern.

The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman

October 19, 2019 | Comments Off

“Annabel nodded at her, turning to climb into her own seat, fastening her own harness with the self-assurance of a test pilot on his fiftieth run rather than someone with no front teeth and a Dora barrette in her hair”

After Hours Teen Time: Brave

October 15, 2019 | Comments Off

Friday, November 15, 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.

Deliciously Fictitious Book Club: Catering to Nobody

October 14, 2019 | Comments Off

Thursday, November 14, 2019, 3:00 - 4:00 PM.

Join us every other month in Fannie's Cafe to discuss culinary-themed mysteries and sample delicious recipes from the pages of the books. This month we're discussing Catering to Nobody by Diane Mott Davidson.

Guts by Raina Telgemeier

October 13, 2019 | Comments Off

“I was a nervous kid. Self-conscious. Shy. Quiet… Most of the time.”

Page to Screen Club: High Fidelity

October 12, 2019 | Comments Off

Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 5:30 PM.

This month we'll watch High Fidelity after reading the novel by Nick Hornby. Rated R. 1h 53m.

Modern Times Film Series: They Shall Not Grow Old

October 12, 2019 | Comments Off

Tuesdays, November 12, 2:00 PM & November 26, 6:00 PM.

The Modern Times Film series showcases new additions to the library's movie collection. This month's movie will be They Shall Not Grow Old. Never-before-seen, and newly restored footage commemorates the centennial of the end of World War I in this groundbreaking documentary. 2018. Rated R. 1h 39m.

Frozen Sing-a-Long

October 9, 2019 | Comments Off

Saturday, November 09, 2019, 10:00 AM. Ages 12 & under.

Let the storm rage on, the cold never bothered us anyway! Come get excited for Frozen 2 with us. Join us for a Frozen sing-a-long and craft. Feel free to dress up as your favorite Frozen character!

Capitol on Your Corner

October 7, 2019 | Comments Off

On Friday, October 11th, 2019 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, representatives from Senator Robert F. Martwick ’s office will be at the library to offer assistance, hear concerns, and connect constituents with services and programs offered by the state.At 3:30 …