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Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Resta
Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant
By Curtis Chin
Adult Memoir
Curtis Chin grew up to a soundtrack of Motown in the 80s on Cass Avenue in Detroit, where his family owned a Cantonese restaurant. Chin’s memoir details his process of trying to understand, accept, and establish his own identity by race, class, and sexuality, which he found difficult, especiall...
Say You'll Remember Me
Say You'll Remember Me
By Abby Jimenez
Adult Fiction
Xavier Rush and Samantha Diaz have an undeniable and unexplainable connection when they meet. Their witty banter back and forth only solidifies their instant attraction; however, after one date, they realize it's going to be hard to navigate. Samantha is moving to California indefinitely to help her family care for her mothe...
Tree Table Book
Tree Table Book
By Lois Lowry
Recommended for Ages 8–12
Sophie’s best friend in the world also has the same name as her. Sophie is 11 years old and her best friend is 88. Sophie has never felt like she has fit in and she found a very unlikely friendship with her elderly neighbor. The two Sophies love to share tea and talk about all their strong opinions. The two find joy...
Upcoming Events
Do you miss the Valley Film Society? Join us for a series of independent, foreign, and art house films at the library!
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.
For the love of art, let's do this!!! We will be using chalk pastels to create a calm, serene landscape while having fun! We will focus on material techniques, simple art skills, and blending.
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.
Make your own hand-hammered copper pendant or set of earrings. You will learn the basics of hammering metal, attaching jump rings, and applying a patina to make your design POP! You will leave with a finished piece, ready to wear and enjoy.
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!
