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I hope you enjoyed, The Bear by Andrew Krivak, the first selection for our new Facebook Book Club. If you did, hopefully you'll also like something from this list of books that, like The Bear, explore themes of nature, grief, and facing tragedy with decency and goodness. Head over to the group to find out what January's book will be and join in on our community conversations.
Friday, January 29, 2021, 6:00 PM.
Meet Jarrett J. Krosoczka, the bestselling author/illustrator behind more than forty books for young readers, including his wildly popular Lunch Lady series. Most recently, he has found acclaim with his memoir Hey, Kiddo, about growing up in a family grappling with addiction and finding the art that helps you survive.
In the new graphic novel from horror writer (and son of Stephen King) Joe Hill and artist Leomacs, it's the end of the summer and June Branch is visiting Brody Island to meet up with her boyfriend, Liam. Liam has spent the season on the island interning with the police department. He's been taken in by Chief Clausen, famous for his museum quality collection of Viking artifacts.
"The Breakfast Club meets Pretty Little Liars, One of Us Is Lying is the story of what happens when five strangers walk into detention and only four walk out alive. Everyone is a suspect, and everyone has something to hide."
Tuesday, January 26, 2021, 7:00 PM.
Join us each month for a virtual book discussion to talk about food-themed cozy mysteries. This month we will be discussing On What Grounds by Cleo Coyle.
The cleric and historian Chih is sent record the happenings in the court of the new Empress when the news breaks that Lake Scarlet, a location forbidden to visit by In-Yo, the previous Empress, is now open to visitors. Chih cannot resist the chance to explore the lake country where In-Yo war exiled after her reign.
Mondays, December 07, 2020 - March 08, 2021, 7:00 PM.
Join us on our Facebook page every Monday night this winter for online screenings of the Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce Sherlock Holmes movies.
Sunday, January 24, 2020, 2:00 PM.
With its searing and original voice, unforgettable characters, and vivid depiction of 1970s Texas, Elizabeth Wetmore's Valentine is one of the strongest debuts to emerge in years.
Hooray for cosplay! Dressing up allows us to wear our fandom with pride and to express ourselves however we wish. These books all focus on costuming and feature characters who know how important cosplayers are.
Friday, January 22, 2021, 4:00 PM.
Join us in a video chat to discuss The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon.
Have you "herd" the big news?! Kids can ask for our take home craft when requesting materials for curbside pickup or home delivery. Right now, we're handing out some sweet cow crafts!
A couple of times a year, Microsoft founder and noted bibliophile Bill Gates makes a list of his favorite recent reads. This time, Gates says "In a year like this, sometimes you want to go deep on a tough issue. Other times you need a break."
Based on the novel by Sona Charaipotra and Dhonielle Clayton, Tiny Pretty Things started streaming on Netflix this week. After an attack brings down the star student at an elite ballet school, her replacement enters a world of lies, betrayal — and cutthroat competition.
If you read Charles Yu's National Book Award winning Interior Chinatown and need something similar or if you're on the hold list and you're looking for something to tide you over until it arrives, here's a few read-a-likes we hope you'll love.
Mondays, December 07, 2020 - March 08, 2021, 7:00 PM.
Join us on our Facebook page every Monday night this winter for online screenings of the Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce Sherlock Holmes movies.
Primarily known for her books of social commentary and feminist essays and her opinion contributions to the New York Times, Roxane Gay's writing career has actually been very diverse. From novels and short stories, all the way to comics.
Mondays, December 07, 2020 - March 08, 2021, 7:00 PM.
Join us on our Facebook page every Monday night this winter for online screenings of the Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce Sherlock Holmes movies.
The Regular Meeting of the Eisenhower Public Library District Board of Trustees December 10, 2020
CALL TO ORDER
President Braun called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present Electronically: Magnelli, Magnuson, Ringelstein, Parent, Adams, Braun, Ross (8:28 …
Need to brighten things up for the holidays? Check out these crafting books to get some ideas for handmade fashions, jewelry, and other gifts for yourself or your loved ones.
The Regular Meeting of the Eisenhower Public Library District Board of Trustees will be held on Thursday December 10, 2020 at 7:30 P.M.
On Friday, June 12, 2020, Governor Pritzker has signed P.A.101-0640 (SB 2135) into law. Per SB 2135, …
Inspired by the 1995 Dayton Peace Accords that ended the war in Bosnia, The Dayton Literary Peace Prize is the only international literary peace prize awarded in the United States. The Prize celebrates the power of literature to promote peace, social justice, and global understanding.
Tuesday, January 05, 2021, 2:00 PM.
This month's Adult Book Discussion book will be All Adults Here by Emma Straub.
Mondays, December 07, 2020 - March 08, 2021, 7:00 PM.
Join us on our Facebook page every Monday night this winter for online screenings of the Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce Sherlock Holmes movies.
