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J Fic for Grownups
Many adult readers are drawn to the books on young adult shelves like Harry Potter, Twilight, The Hunger Games and so on. Even though these
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
International Podcast
The meteoric rise of podcasts in the last few years has been incredible, but if you’ve been left in the dust, look no further for
Hug a Vegetarian Day
Well before the diet fads and health food crazes of the 21st century, there was vegetarianism. In fact, the first vegetarian society formed in England
Reading Aloud
How often do you read with your children — once a day, once a week or maybe not at all? No matter your answer, anywhere is
Book Cover Trends
Book covers have a big job … they have to entice readers to pick up the book, be memorable, describe the essence of the book and
Armchair Travel
It’s that time of year again — the time when people travel. They visit friends and family, take a vacation, go to warmer (or cooler) climates
S.C. Plants the Seed
Want some fresh vegetables? Pelion Branch Library received a book award grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services for their S.C. Plants the
Are You Bored Yet?
Are you already saying or hearing, “I’m Bored” and looking for things to do? Be creative. Visit your local branch to find books to help relieve the tediousness of daily routines.
Ice Cream Month
July is National Ice Cream Month but this isn’t your average food holiday conjured up by big corporations to give out freebies and market more
Road Trip Ready
Now that warmer weather is in our sights and the last week of school is on the horizon, it’s time to start planning the details
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
Coronavirus Resources & Information
Coronavirus, airborne pathogens, incubation period, deadly, contagious, epidemic, pandemic — these unnerving, dreadful words are popping up in your news and social media feeds in recent
Book Clubs
As library staff and employees, we’re sometimes asked whether people still use the library to check out and read actual books. While digital formatting offers
Summer Slide
A long summer break is a great time for students to reset and take time away from studying but watch out for Summer Slide. Research
Did These Books Predict the Future?
Natural disasters, big brother, organ transplants, the atomic bomb, consumer fatigue and more. At one time these concepts were merely speculation and science fiction
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
Summer Programs
Looking for something to do this summer? Check out our calendar of events where you’ll find programs for all ages and a wide variety of
Marlena White Wins Friends Grant to ALA
United for Libraries has awarded the 2019 United for Libraries/ThriftBooks Friend Conference Grant to Marlena White, current Director of the Friends of the Lexington
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
