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Horror on hoopla

Posted 09/16/21 by Rachel S

Do you like streaming scary movies? Let us help you get started.

Frightfully Good Young Adult Horror Just in Time for Halloween

Posted 09/14/21 by Joyce S.

Are you looking for a good scary story? YA fiction is full of good horror: from ghosts to demons, spine-chilling houses to serial killers. Take a look at any of these stories to get you through the Halloween season. Just be sure to keep a bit of light on at night (to go to the bathroom, not because you’re scared of the creepy things that go bump in the night…)

Children's Library & Teen Recommends - Summer 2021

Posted 08/06/21 by Joyce S.

Youth Services Librarians love to read, too! Check out what your favorite Children’s and Teen Librarians at Main Library are reading, whether it be a picture book about penguins, a middle grade adventure in a treehouse, vampires in Louisiana, or a time-traveling phone booth!

What Should My Book Group Read Next?

Posted 08/05/21 by Lauren H

Whether your book group enjoys fast paced fiction, twisty mysteries, deep nonfiction or a lot of laughs, this list has something for all of you!

Get Ready for Black Widow with Marvel’s Greatest Superheroines

Posted 07/13/21 by Eric S

Before seeing Black Widow, get your superheroine fix with these Marvel adventures

Great YA Books for EFL Students, Part II

Posted 07/07/21 by Joyce S.

Curating this booklist brings back many fond memories of mine as I used to teach EFL (English as a Foreign Language) while living as an ex-pat overseas. If you’re an educator like I am, you are well aware that finding suitable reading material can be both arduous and heartbreaking. I hope this list makes it a bit easier for you.

Discover Dolly!

Posted 06/30/21 by Anne K

Here is a selection of available materials at TLCPL of all things Dolly!

Myers-Briggs Personality Type Book Recommendations

Posted 06/22/21 by Christy P

This blog has book to movie recommendations for you based on your Myers Briggs Personality.

The Godfather of Comedy

Posted 06/09/21 by Eric P

Comedy writer Paul Mooney worked with household names without ever quite becoming one himself, but the mark he leaves on American culture is unmistakable.

The Comedy Stylings of Charles Grodin

Posted 05/28/21 by Eric P

The actor Charles Grodin left his mark on film, in books, and on late-night talk shows, but if all he'd ever done was irritate Robert DeNiro and romance Miss Piggy that would have been more than enough.

To All the Otaku, with Love (May 2021)

Posted 05/28/21 by Joyce S.

Are you a manga or anime enthusiast? We are, too! We are constantly looking for new (and awesome) titles to add to our collection. We are happy to share some of our favorites with you, including some light novels! For more suggestions, please feel free to contact your teen librarian at the Library!

Red or White?

Posted 05/26/21 by Talena R

Unfortunately, this blog is not about Italian Chianti or Chardonnay. It is about Mother's Day.

Books and Other Strange(r) Things

Posted 05/21/21 by Sam P.

Stranger Things finally released a new season four teaser after shooting delays due to COVID-19. Since the release date has yet to be announced, you've got some time to catch up on these stories about events before and during the show.

Recs for The Witcher Fans

Posted 05/18/21 by Joyce S.

If you are like us and patiently waiting for the next season of The Witcher on your favorite streaming channel, check out these reads. Here’s hoping that they will help tide you over before the highly anticipated release day!

Rachel Recommends: Cary Grant Edition

Posted 05/11/21 by Rachel S

“Everyone wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant.” ~Cary Grant

"Party Up" and Beyond

Posted 05/04/21 by Eric P

DMX left behind a robust catalog of gruff and visceral hip-hop tracks. If you want to go beyond megahit "Party Up" you're going to have to use your library card up in here, up in here.

Children's Library & Teen Recommends - Spring 2021

Posted 04/27/21 by Joyce S.

Check out what your children's and teen librarians have been reading!

Singing the Praises of Freegal

Posted 04/23/21 by Regina S

Are you missing live music because of COVID? Check out the music on Freegal.

Short Books for Grades 4-5

Posted 04/22/21 by Joyce S.

Great (and short) reads for grades 4-5!

Children's Library & Teen Recommends - Spring 2021

Posted 04/14/21 by Joyce S.

Check out what your children's and teen librarians have been reading!

The Performances of Yaphet Kotto

Posted 03/30/21 by Eric P

Yaphet Kotto built a distinguished and celebrated career on stage and screen, but certain fans of "Midnight Run" he'll always have a special place in our hearts as the other Alonzo Mosely.

The Life and Work of Cloris Leachman

Posted 03/22/21 by Eric P

There's more to the long and distinguished career of actor Cloris Leachman than "Young Frankenstein." But did I mention "Young Frankenstein?"

Children's Library and Teen Recommends - Winter 2021

Posted 03/02/21 by Children's Library and Teen Library

Check out what your Children's and Teen librarians have been reading lately!

Daft Punk is Playing at Your House

Posted 03/02/21 by Eric P

Daft Punk became one of the most influential acts in pop and dance music. Which is why the French have that old saying: Never underestimate a couple of guys in robot helmets.

Children Love Everything About Music

Posted 02/11/21 by April S

Engage children and alleviate boredom by listening to music whenever you can.

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