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Plants to the Rescue!

Cover of "Plants to the Rescue!" by Vikram Baliga

Plants to the Rescue!
By Dr. Vikram Baliga
Illustrated by Brian Lambert
Children’s Nonfiction

 

Plants to the Rescue! by Dr. Vikram Baliga and illustrated by Brian Lambert is a remarkable book that shines a spotlight on the author's profound passion for the plant kingdom. This book is a captivating journey into the world of plants and their incredib...

The Eyes & The Impossible

Cover of "The Eyes & The Impossible" by Dave Eggers

The Eyes & The Impossible
By Dave Eggers
Children’s Fiction
Recommended for ages 8-12


This is an outstanding adventure story and one of my top favorite reads.  It is written for children but adults will also enjoy this title immensely. Animal lovers will especially like this story. It is compelling and heartfelt.  

It is written fro...

The Seven Year Slip

Cover of The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston

The Seven Year Slip
By Ashley Poston
Adult Fiction

The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston was one of my favorite reads of 2022, so I was hoping for good things from her follow-up. I was not disappointed in this story of time slips and second chances.

Clementine always had a special bond with her artistic Aunt Analea. When the two of them weren’t off exploring the ...

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Tales for Twos: Zauel

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Room: Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
We are adding Thursday's to our regularly scheduled Preschool Storytimes! Join us at Zauel for 30 minutes of read-aloud stories, songs, and fun! A theme related craft is included. Geared towards children ages 3-5, but all children are welcome. ...

A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) Basics

3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Room: Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Description:
Artificial Intelligence is sweeping across the technological world! Want to know more about it? Want to learn the potential positive and negative affects AI can have on our lives? Come join us as we look at what AI is and how we can use it (ethica...

Holiday Candles

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Mezzanine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Adults: Make scented colorful holiday candles! We will be making small candles inside a small candle jar, perfect for holiday decorations or gifts.  ...

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
Drop-in storytime fun! We can't wait to have you join us for stories, music, crafts, games, and more! ...

Friday Flicks with the Riverside Film Festival

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Description:
Do you miss the Valley Film Society? Join us for a series of indepent, foreign, and art house films at the library! In collaboration with Riverside Film Festival, we'll show a movie on selected Fridays and leave plenty of time afterward for discussio...

Take & Make Door Snowman

9:30am - 4:45pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Decorate in time for the holidays with this Take & Make kit! Each kit contains materials to make your very own door snowman. Available Saturday, December 2nd at Hoyt Library. While supplies last. Intended for children and teens. ...