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Which Seasonal Story Should You Pick Up This Winter?
Craving a book to dive into this winter, but unsure about which one to choose? This highly specific quiz will identify the perfect novel for your wintertime reading.
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National Young Reader's Week
We love to celebrate our young readers!
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National Book Awards Week
Established in 1936, National Book Awards Week is held annually from November 7th to November 15th (with the 15th being the day they announce the winners).
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What We Are Thankful For: Library Edition
It’s always a good thing to be mindful and aware of all the positive things in our lives, but there is something about the holidays that makes me hyper-aware of what I should be and am grateful for.
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If You Liked Harry Potter, Try These Selections
Harry Potter’s fantastical rags-to-riches hero’s journey has been capturing readers’ imaginations for over 25 years now. Whether it’s the found-family friendships that fans love, the magical school, or the massive worldbuilding, J.K.
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Book a Break to Bake
Get ready..., set..., BAKE! October is full of fun things to do and celebrate. The first big one is Halloween: my favorite time of year! October also signifies - at least in my family - the start of the holiday season and, with it, baking!
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Celebrate National Family Day With Us!
National Family Day (September 26) celebrates families of all types, backgrounds, and sizes. For this day, focus on the people who make your life meaningful! For anyone looking to spend quality time with their family, CGPL has a diverse collection of activities for checkout.
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Read an eBook Day!
As technology is growing, the accessibility to books is growing as well. Now getting a book is easier than ever. One of the more recent advancements in the book industry has been the rise of eBooks.
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Which Roald Dahl Character Are You?
Today, September 13th, is Roald Dahl Day!
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Celebrating Books!
Whether it’s reading a book or buying one, September has a lot of literary days of celebration:
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Thanks For Your Memories
Since the beginning of time, humans have been writing and talking about themselves and their experiences. During ancient times people relied on scrolls, clay tablets, and oral traditions to pass on their thoughts and experiences.
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Fall Local Author Fair
With cooler evening temperatures and hazy, cloudy days ahead, you know that fall is right around the corner. Along with the changing of the leaves and the arrival of all things pumpkin-spice, comes our annual Fall Local Author Fair!
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Back to Reality!
Summer reading might be over, but that doesn't mean the fun stops at the public library!
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Falling in Love Page After Page
Romance Awareness Month
Though the idea of Romance Awareness Month is really to bring attention to romance and the idea that even in an established relationship there should be some intention behind gestures that keeps the spark and fun of the relationship alive, it's important to remem