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Read It, Make It : Sending a Hug in the Mail

Read It, Make It : Sending a Hug in the Mail

  • Post published:December 23, 2022
  • Post author:Emily Lindberg

Artie loves giving hugs. But she can't give a hug to her Grandma who lives so far away. Instead, she shows us how to send hugs using the magic of…

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Health on the Shelf: Inflammation Situation

Health on the Shelf: Inflammation Situation

  • Post published:December 21, 2022
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

I know - this might not be the best time of year to talk about healthy eating. But if you are looking for ways to improve your diet, you probably…

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Folklore Fun! Winter Traditions

Folklore Fun! Winter Traditions

  • Post published:December 20, 2022
  • Post author:Jessica Meek

Ohioans are no strangers to winter weather. December means low temperatures, big sweaters, and sometimes even snow! This time of year, citizens of the northern hemisphere are bundling up and…

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Reading Challenge 2023

Reading Challenge 2023

  • Post published:December 15, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Hello, readers! Every year, I put together a big reading challenge for the staff here at the library. This comprises of 40+ prompts that they can use to help them…

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More Graphic Novels You Can Read Right Now with Hoopla

More Graphic Novels You Can Read Right Now with Hoopla

  • Post published:December 12, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

A few weeks ago, I came to you with a list of graphic novels you could read online right now. If you liked what you saw and would be interested…

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The Classic of the Month: The Time Machine

The Classic of the Month: The Time Machine

  • Post published:December 1, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Welcome to our latest installment of The Classic of the Month! Today, we're going to look at one of the earliest examples of a science fiction novel, The Time Machine…

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Read It, Make It : Turkey Disguise

Read It, Make It : Turkey Disguise

  • Post published:November 29, 2022
  • Post author:Emily Lindberg

Thanksgiving is all about showing kindness and gratitude to everyone you love. This year, if you're very careful and clever, you might help a turkey friend find his own family,…

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These Books Take the Cake!

These Books Take the Cake!

  • Post published:November 29, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

I've always had a sweet-tooth. And sometimes, there's nothing that satisfies a sweet-tooth quite like a nice slice of cake. The book on this list may or may not be…

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Please Don’t Eat Me!  Stories of Friendship and Food

Please Don’t Eat Me! Stories of Friendship and Food

  • Post published:November 25, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Oh no! Looks like someone's about to become lunch! In these silly stories, you'll find plenty of hungry predators looking for a bite to eat. But, when your favorite foods…

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Six Graphic Novels You Can Read Right Now with Hoopla

Six Graphic Novels You Can Read Right Now with Hoopla

  • Post published:November 21, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Sometimes, there's nothing like a good graphic novel. If you enjoy graphic novels and hate having to deal with pesky holds lists, then these books just might be for you!…

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The Fiendish Faces of Film

The Fiendish Faces of Film

  • Post published:November 18, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

I first got hooked on horror films in high school. This was after a childhood of growing up with Scooby-Doo and Abbott and Costello meet the various monsters. My tastes…

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Four Classic Vampire Stories (That Aren’t Dracula)

Four Classic Vampire Stories (That Aren’t Dracula)

  • Post published:November 16, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Count Dracula is probably the world's most recognizable vampire--and with good reason! This blood-sucking bad guy has been terrorizing generations of readers, ever since he first appeared on paper in…

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Read It, Make It : Horse Drawing

Read It, Make It : Horse Drawing

  • Post published:November 9, 2022
  • Post author:Emily Lindberg

Read I Cannot Draw a Horse by Charise Mericle Harper to find out how a simple "nothing shape" becomes a cat, a squirrel, a beaver, a bunny, a dog, a…

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Delicious Tales of Hungry Monsters

Delicious Tales of Hungry Monsters

  • Post published:November 8, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

The picture books on this list all have one thing in common: there is a hungry monster looking for some sort of delicious, crunchable snack! Whether it's a tasty child…

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Read more about the article Youth and Teen Fiction in Honor of Native American Heritage Month
An Elderly Native American Woman (Navajo) Wearing Turquoise Rings on Her Fingers Touches a Woven Navajo Basket

Youth and Teen Fiction in Honor of Native American Heritage Month

  • Post published:November 7, 2022
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel

November is Native American Heritage Month. This month has been chosen to honor the complexity and honor of Native American culture and history. The following are titles aimed at a…

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Living with Chronic Pain

Living with Chronic Pain

  • Post published:November 5, 2022
  • Post author:Natalie Jemiola

Coping with chronic pain can be challenging for individuals living with short- or long-term health conditions, affecting various aspects of one’s daily life. A range of pain management treatment options…

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Author Spotlight: Rafael Sabatini

Author Spotlight: Rafael Sabatini

  • Post published:November 4, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

For about two and a half years, my grandpa and I read together over the phone. What started off as a COVID quarantine activity soon took on a life of…

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Free Yourself For More With Less

Free Yourself For More With Less

  • Post published:November 4, 2022
  • Post author:Katie S.

Lately, there has been a lot of talk about minimalism, downsizing, decluttering, simplifying, the KonMari Method etc. While I am certainly no expert in this field as evidenced by my…

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Sense-sational Children’s Titles

Sense-sational Children’s Titles

  • Post published:November 3, 2022
  • Post author:Natalie Bota

Westlake Porter Public Library has many picture book titles that address sensory issues, overwhelming situations, sensory processing disorder, or autism. Check out Samantha Cotterill's Little Senses series and similar titles.…

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Caring for a Loved One with Depression

Caring for a Loved One with Depression

  • Post published:November 2, 2022
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel

Depression is a complicated disease. Its causes are varied and treatments can be unsuccessful. The toll on the sufferer and the caregiver(s) is lasting. The following library resources provide a…

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The Classic of the Month: The Devil and Daniel Webster

The Classic of the Month: The Devil and Daniel Webster

  • Post published:November 1, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Welcome to the newest installment of The Classic of the Month! This month, we're going to be looking at one of my all-time favorite short stories, a tale of a…

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The Benefits of Water, Inside and Out

The Benefits of Water, Inside and Out

  • Post published:November 1, 2022
  • Post author:Jessica Meek

Humans and water are inseparable. We drink it, work with it, exhale it, and play with it. The human body can only last mere days without it. It has been…

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This is Your Brain on Puzzles

This is Your Brain on Puzzles

  • Post published:October 31, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Besides being ridiculously fun, puzzles are also incredibly good for your brain! If you want to improve your logic skills, sharpen your mind, and have a bit of fun in…

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Folklore Fun! Slavic Tales

Folklore Fun! Slavic Tales

  • Post published:October 30, 2022
  • Post author:Jessica Meek

Just when I stared considering my next folklore post, I saw The Castle of Tangled Magic on display. Those beautiful domes on the cover reminded me of St. Basil's Cathedral,…

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