Rachel Recommends: What to Read and Watch This Autumn
"I'm so glad to live in a world where there are Octobers." - L.M. Montgomery
Rachel Recommends: What to Read and Watch This Summer
Summer breeze makes me feel fine, blowin' through the jasmine in my mind.
One Last Hurrah: Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group Before the End Credits Roll
If you love watching and discussing movies (but referring to them as “films”) and feeling all cool about it, join your Library friends at our online Film Discussion Group one final time!
Fans of Short Films: Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group this April
If you love watching and discussing movies (but referring to them as “films”) and feeling all cool about it, join your Library friends at our online Film Discussion Group!
Like Powerful Films and Big Ideas? The Library’s Documentary Discussion Group is for You
Get an insider's look at a Muslim American community that suspects it's been under FBI surveillance.
Like Powerful Films and Big Ideas? The Library’s Documentary Discussion Group is for You
Join your sisters in solidarity this March and watch the award winning "She’s Beautiful When She’s Angry", directed by Mary Dore.
New Year, New (to You) Movies: Join the Library’s Documentary Film Discussion Group
Looking to try something new? Check out our Documentary Discussion Group! Watch the movie on Kanopy, then join us on Zoom for an engaging discussion about all things film.
Rachel Recommends: What to Read and Watch This Winter
"Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is time for home." - Edith Sitwell
“Forget it, Jake. I have Movie Club:” Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group this January
If you love watching and discussing movies (but referring to them as “films”) and feeling all cool about it, join your Library friends at our online Film Discussion Group!
“Sorry, I Have Movie Club:” Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group this December
Looking to try something new? Check out our Documentary Discussion Group! Watch the movie on Kanopy, then join us on Zoom for an engaging discussion about all things film.
“Sorry, I Have Movie Club:” Join the Library’s Film Discussion Groups
Check out our Film Discussion Group or Documentary Discussion Group for upcoming titles. Watch the movie on Kanopy, then join us on Zoom for an engaging discussion about all things film.
Rachel Recommends: What You Need to Make Your Fall Season the Coziest
October, baptize me with leaves! swaddle me in corduroy and nurse me with split pea soup. October, tuck tiny candy bars in my pockets and carve my smile into a thousand pumpkins. O autumn! O teakettle! O grace!” Rainbow Rowell, attachments
Rachel Recommends: 6 New(ish) Must Read Books for Summer 2022
I’ve curated a little selection of books you might want to add to your beach bag when you feel like skipping town. Isolate yourself in a hammock and get reading!
Tutor.com to the rescue
Make homework time a stress-free experience with Tutor.com!
Horror on hoopla
Do you like streaming scary movies? Let us help you get started.
Photography at Your Library
Do you appreciate good photography? Do you enjoy taking photos with your phone or camera? The Library can help you pursue those interests!
Celebrate Pride!
Pride is for the whole family!
Rachel Recommends: Cary Grant Edition
“Everyone wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant.” ~Cary Grant
Rachel Recommends
“October is crisp days and cool nights, a time to curl up around the dancing flames and sink into a good book.” ~John Sinor
Get Your Baseball Fix
Missing baseball season this year? Check out what Hoopla has to offer on the subject!
Cultivating History and a Garden
Does anyone remember the TV show "The Victory Garden"?
Rachel Recommends: Winter 2020 Edition
"Winter is not a season, it's an occupation." ~Sinclair Lewis
Rachel Recommends: Christmas Movie Edition
Warning: This post is completely self-indulgent.
Rachel Recommends: Autumn 2019 Edition
"And all at once, summer collapsed into fall." Oscar Wilde
Rachel Recommends: 2019 Spring Edition
The long climb from spring to sandal season requires a little pampering of the spirit. This list should not incite tension or anxiety, but, rather a sense of mellow peace.
Oh, The Horror!
If you’re looking for a good scare and want to get into the festive spirit of the season, do as I do: watch horror during the weeks leading up to Halloween (AKA Rocktober). Watch at your own discretion!
A Blog About Baking in Winter…in Summer
If you enjoy watching food shows and looking at pictures of food made by someone other than yourself, this blog post is for you! If you have confidence in your ability to make cream puffs, let’s talk!
Resolve To Be Lazy
Aim low in 2018 and achieve great results!
Babytime Rocks!
Where can you find a wild party on a weekday morning? Look no further than Babytime!
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