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If you want a book about trees, how they communicate, and their surprisingly deep and rich lives, then you'll love The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben. There's something…
If you want a book about trees, how they communicate, and their surprisingly deep and rich lives, then you'll love The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben. There's something…
We are happy to see you're back! Free Play is so important for your child and encourages physical and cognitive development. The best part ... these activities can be completed…
He's perhaps our most famous monster, even more so than Dracula. With his square green head, surgical scars, and the bolts in his neck, Frankenstein is easily recognizable to just…
Breathe the Sky by Michelle Hazen is set in the remote Mojave Desert where wildlife biologist Mari Tucker is hiding from an abusive ex. She’s part of a crew supervising…
If you're looking for something new to read, but aren't sure what you want, consider checking out one of our staff pick selections! These were chosen by staff across the…
Welcome back to the Kinder Club blog! Each week we will focus on a letter of the alphabet and share fun stories, activities and tips to help reinforce a variety…
Publisher Highlight: Sourcebooks During the pandemic, many parents, educators and librarians have turned to the web for inspiration to encourage our children/students/patrons. There is a lot out there and may…
It all started with a cake, then a cookie and finally a pie. Sweet Street erupted in chaos and the Sweet Street inhabitants had to find a way to get…
Demonic possession and exorcisms have been a consistent trope in horror movies since at least the time of The Exorcist (1973). While some films, like The Last Exorcism (2010) have more in common with The Blair Witch Project (they’re both…
Thank you to everyone who watched our LGBTQ History Month storytime on Library @ 11! Here’s a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime. Books If you enjoyed…
This is part three of a continuing series. Sometimes, you're in the mood for something very specific, even if you didn't realize that was what you were looking for. So,…
Yes, Hoopla has mind-numbing, unsettling, scary movies...quite a few, actually. Here are a few that aren't to be missed. Perhaps you never even heard of them. No need to worry…
Are you missing the library's technology courses? Check out Lynda.com, a digital learning website with instructional videos in many areas including business, technology, and more. With your Westlake library card,…
Last week, we looked at some classic horror novels to get you into the Halloween spirit. Today, let's continue with that list. These five titles might not be new, but…
Welcome back to the Kinder Club blog! Each week we will focus on a letter of the alphabet and share fun stories, activities and tips to help reinforce a variety…
With an election coming up, you may be looking to help a child understand voting and the election process. These books and resources can help!Want to visit the library? These…
Just because you can't come to Brick Builders at the library, doesn't mean you have to stop being creative! Grab some bricks and your favorite minifigures and get to work…
Welcome back to our Free Play blog. Our activities today focus on color recognition. Most of the activities require common household items. Be sure to check back for more free…
Halloween Month is here! In honor of my favorite time of year, I've put together a list of creepy chillers you should totally read. This list will just be classics…
Suma and staff enjoyed National Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work day today! Watch the video below to join in the fun! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgzUdNZaYYI Thank you to HarperCollins and Simon &…
There's A Troll On My Toilet written by Catherine Jacob and illustrated by Mike Byrne is a perfectly, silly rhyming story great to read around Halloween. Your child will be…
Thank you to everyone who attended storytime this week! Here’s a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime. This week's theme is kittens! Books If you enjoyed these…
Publisher Highlight: Harper Collins Publishers During the pandemic, many parents, educators and librarians have turned to the web for inspiration to encourage our children/students/patrons. There is a lot out there…
Welcome to another round of staff picks! We've got a great line-up for you this week! If you want to see what else our team has been reading, consider checking…