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This little myth-inspired fantasy is unlike anything I’ve read before. In Nesi’s world, there are ninety-nine animal totem gods, called Pillars of Heaven. She must earn her spot as an acolyte with one of the gods or be sequestered away in the temple for life. When we meet her, she has failed ninety-six out of […]
As the days grow cooler, warm up with a book or movie from Down Under! Explore this and other lists on our Booklists page. Featured titles: Page 1, Row 1: The Doctor Blake Mysteries; Dark Emu, Bruce Pascoe; The Commonwealth of Thieves, Tom Keneally. Page 1, Row 2: Muriel’s Wedding; Walkabout; The Plains, Gerald Murnane. […]
If you are interested in pre-Revolutionary American history, religious history, the history of abolition and slavery, or passionate colorful characters, then “The Fearless Benjamin Lay” by Marcus Rediker may be the book for you! Born in England in 1682 to a family of modest means, Benjamin Lay was a self-taught man of the world. By […]
Nonfiction: Transgender Awareness Week November 13-19 is Transgender Awareness Week. This is followed by Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20. Explore stories and experiences about the trans community through our display of memoirs, biographies, nonfiction books, and DVDs. Explore our Pride Month booklists for more recommendations! Fiction: Reading is a Feast for the Mind! […]
Jessica Mathers, a teenage girl, wakes up in a crashed ship on a desolate planet. Deep space travel is nothing new; in fact, her parents were well established scientists that traveled to different planets via teleportation, a safe and routine method of travel. A trip that was supposed to bring her to meet with her […]
Session I: Friday, 11/7 | 2-3pm | Session II: Friday, 11/14 | 2-3pm | For those who have never touched a computer or have limited mouse skills, this class will introduce the basics of having a computer, mouse and keyboard. We will also explore how to find information online and develop web browsing skills. This […]
Dorothy Gentleman wakes up and realizes several things are very wrong. First, the massive interstellar ship she’s on is going through a magnetic storm, which means communication with the ship-mind is on the fritz. Second, all passengers’ minds are stored until they request to be uploaded to a new body, and Dorothy wasn’t supposed to […]
11/1 | 11 AM-12 PM | Spanish Conversation Practice Are you looking to improve your conversational Spanish in a supportive and friendly environment? Join us the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 11 AM-12 PM. Come practice your Spanish speaking and learn some vocab! No registration required. 11/1 | 2-3 PM | Adult […]
Within the HelpNow database you will find the Adult Learning Center for Lifelong Learners! This resource will help those who use them achieve their learning and career goals. Included are live one-on-one academic coaching, practice test center, and online resouces. One of the best features of HelpNow is that tutors (Live Help) are available every […]
