Staff Picks: Outliers
Catherine
Caitlyn, a student Page at the Napanee Branch, recently enjoyed Outliers: the Story of Success, one of Malcolm Gladwell's bestselling books. Here is her review:
Learn the history of fiddle music in Canada at the Museum on March 20th
Rob Plumley
Fans of traditional Canadian fiddle music are in for a treat at the next edition of Tuesday Night at the Museum. On Tuesday, March 20th at 7pm, The Irish Trio presents the History of Fiddle Music in Canada.
Staff Picks: Still Me
Catherine
Kristin reviews Still Me, the latest book by beloved chick-lit writer Jojo Moyes, author of the bestselling Me Before You.
Can't remember a book's title?
Catherine
Maybe you read and loved a book a long, long time ago but can’t recall its title. Or maybe you noticed an intriguing book on television or in a magazine, but you didn’t think to write it down. You can picture that the cover is blue and some basic elements about the plot may come to mind, but that’s as far as your memory will take you. We’ve all been there!
#ReadingBlackout
Catherine
February is Black History Month! To celebrate, many readers who are active on social media channels are declaring a #ReadingBlackout—that is, prioritizing the reading of books written by black authors for the month. This movement was started by a BookTuber (definition: a person who dedicates their YouTube channel to reviewing and talking about books) named Denise D. Cooper.
Staff Picks: Ready Player One
Catherine
With it's movie adaptation release just around the corner, now is the time to enjoy Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Caitlyn, a Library Page at our Napanee Branch, reviews this genre-bending class below.
Make your own hand felted shamrocks at Museum Kids on March 3rd
Rob Plumley
It's a St. Patrick’s Day-inspired edition of Museum Kids on Saturday, March 3rd at 10am. Adelle Webster from Glocca Morra Farms will be on hand to help kids make their very own hand felted shamrock brooch.
Felting is the art of sticking wool fibres together with the use of a needle and foam block. The wool locks itself together with multiple punctures and becomes firm and pliable enough to create shapes and sculptures. Children aged 4-plus, with the assistance of a parent or guardian, will enjoy working on this fun craft.
March Break Madness 2018
Catherine
The library has three great events going on this March Break across L&A County! These events are free and registration is not required. Drop in for some fun!
Junkyard Symphony
Tuesday, March 13th at 10:30am
Staff Picks: Alias Grace
Catherine
Kristin reviews Alias Grace, one of Margaret Atwood's most popular novels. It's a book that is suddenly back in the spotlight since being adapted into a television show for Netflix.
Request for Proposals: EarlyON Child and Family Centres - Questions and Answers
Lindsey
Prince Edward-Lennox and Addington Social Services (PELASS), as the Consolidated Municipal Services Manager (CMSM) for the Counties of Prince Edward and Lennox and Addington, is seeking to select a qualified and experienced not-for-profit organization for the management and operation of EarlyON Child and Family Centres. A lead proponent will be selected for each of the Counties of Prince Edward and Lennox and Addington.