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We have added new categories to our NextReads Newsletters. Whether you enjoy fiction or nonfiction, we have a list for you. If you like a little faith with your historical fiction, romance or suspense sign up for our Christian Fiction newsletter. The Fantasy & Science Fiction newsletter brings you the best of fantasy, science fiction and everything in between.

Ancestry Library Edition

Discover the history of you — build a family tree and see your story emerge. There’s no better way to find generations of your family and

Census 2020

The 2020 Census is happening now. Each household should have received an invitation to respond to the short questionnaire sometime during March. You can respond

Pizza ♥️ Love

Whether you’re a thin crust fan or a deep dish enthusiast, I’m sure we can all agree on one thing — pizza is love. Pizza can

Apple Picking Time

Picking apples on a clear, crisp, sunny autumn day provides a cornucopia of pleasures. The enjoyment of being outdoors and savoring another harvest has been

Apollo 11 Moon Landing

This summer we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing. On July 20, 1969, astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first human to

National Trails Day

National Trails Day is devoted to hiking, biking and paddling trips, as well as, trail stewardship. The American Hiking Society sponsors this event each year on

Skin Cancer Awareness

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. How can you help prevent skin cancer? Follow these tips and share them with your friends and family. Seek

May is Mystery Month

If you haven’t read a mystery lately, there’s no time like now to investigate criminally good fiction. Whether you like your mysteries cozy — or

Genealogy

Have you thought about researching your family history? We have programs and resources that can help you get started. Genealogy workshops demonstrate how to use

Crafts for Adults

HAVE FUN. BE CREATIVE. GET MESSY. The urge to have fun, be creative and get messy isn’t reserved just for kids. Adults can do all