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The Bright Sword
The Bright Sword
By Lev Grossman
Adult Fiction
Young Collum has dreamed of earning his place at King Arthur’s Round Table ever since he could pick up a sword. He’s no one important, and not even really noble enough to be knighted, but when he has a chance to steal away and journey to Camelot, he seizes the opportunity.
Unfortunately, it seems Collum’s dreams are destined to be...
Snowglobe
Snowglobe
By Soyoung Park
Translated by Joungmin Lee Comfort
Teen Fiction
Climate change has created a world of constant winter. Temperatures reach 50 below zero daily. Commoners trudge every day to work at a power plant. There, they labor like hamsters on a wheel to generate the power needed to keep living bearable and to supply power to Snowglobe, a city under...
The Selkie’s Daughter
The Selkie’s Daughter
By Linda Crotta Brennan
Children's Fiction
If you’re wanting a mythical, magical escape, give The Selkie’s Daughter by Linda Crotta Brennan a read. While it is written for 10-14 year olds, adults will enjoy the rich tapestry of Scottish-Irish mythology with a captivating coming-of-age story. Set along the rugged shores where land me...
Upcoming Events
Google for Beginners
A take and make packet with spice sample and recipes.
We are inviting children and their families to our storytime for 30 minutes of read-aloud stories, songs, fingerplays and fun. A theme-related craft project is included for fun and fine motor skills practice.
Together We Read!
We'd love to have you join us in the Hoyt Children's area for a fun time of stories, jumpy songs, a craft, and a snack! See you there!
Books Beyond Binaries is a queer book club exploring LGBTQIA+ themes in adult and young adult fiction. Whether you're well-versed in queer fiction or just starting your journey, we're open to all who are interested.
Join us Mondays starting in November for our new Kids Zone program! Every Monday at 6:30 pm we will have a different program for elementary-aged kids! All kids are invited; children under 7 need an adult helper.
