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Oscars Recommendations 

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Get ready for the Academy Awards this year with these book recommendations! We have paired each Best Picture Nominee with three books we think you’ll like if you loved the movie!  Bugonia  Earthlings by Sayaka Murata  Under the Skin by Michel Faber (Also a movie)  The Wasp Factory by Iain Banks  F1  Throttled by Lauren Asher  Crash Test […]

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Black History Month Live Recommendations 

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Library staff Brianna and Miranda gave recommendations for Black History Month on Instagram! Below is what they recommended. All titles can be found in our catalog, on Libby, or on Kanopy.  Slay by Brittney Morris  By day, Kira is just a student- well she is one of a handful of Black students at her predominately white high […]

Springing the Challenge onto Adult Patrons

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Adult patrons have an opportunity to spring into the new season with the SPRING INTO READING ADULT CHALLENGE! This time of year brings many reasons to celebrate—from Earth Day to William Shakespeare’s birthday. From March 1 through May 4, adult patrons can read 4 spring-themed books to enter a drawing for a chance to win one of […]

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Program Pairing: Rainbow Roundtable: Tabletop Roleplaying Games 

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Interested in games like D&D but don’t know where to start? Join us for this introduction to tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) on Thursday, February 12 from 6- 7:30 pm at the Willoughby Hills Library! Suitable for all skill levels. This program is hosted in partnership with LGBTQ+ Allies Lake County. Light refreshments will be provided. Register here.  The world of tabletop roleplaying games can be intimidating, but here are […]

Program Pairing: First Chapter Reading Club 

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Join us for a reading and discussion group that introduces school-aged readers to different subjects and genres each month. Through read-alouds, first chapter book tastings, and group discussion and play, we’ll help young readers find their next favorite book. Grades 1-5. This month we will meet on Monday, February 9 at 6:30 pm at the Willoughby Library. Register here.  Below is […]

The Great Blizzard of ‘78 

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“’Worst blizzard,’ Rhodes says”  They say if you don’t like the weather in Ohio, wait an hour and it will change. In the January of 1978, this was not the case. From January 25-27, 1978, snow fell and wind blew, not letting up- the perfect storm for the Great Blizzard of ‘78.  “76 mph winds, snow paralyze area; no letup until […]

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Program Pairing: Author Jennifer Boresz Engelking 

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Uncover Lake Erie’s intriguing past and explore some mysteries that are being discovered today with local author, Jennifer Boresz Engelking on Thursday, January 29 at 6 pm at the Willowick Library. Register here.  Learn about some of the local history of Lake Erie with these titles!  Great Lakes Shipwreck Disasters  In this DVD, historians discuss the dangers of sailing […]

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50 Questions With a Funeral Director 

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Join 6th generation funeral director Marc F. Burr on Wednesday, January 28 at 6:30 pm at the Willoughby Hills Library for an insightful discussion where he answers “50” important questions about the funeral industry, covering everything from practical advice to the emotional aspects of end-of-life planning. This talk offers a candid, behind-the-scenes look at the process, helping […]

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Program Pairing: Craft Your Adventure 

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In this new series, we will explore different topics to stir the imaginations of those who enjoy tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons. Please register for each session separately.   In our series kickoff, we will discuss how to design your very own character. From their history to present day, learn how to make a character you […]

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Program Pairing: Gardeners Gathering: Winter Sowing 

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All are welcome to gather with other gardening enthusiasts–from beginners to experts–to learn about specific gardening topics, exchange tips and resources, and share our triumphs and tragedies. Come grow with us!   Monday, January 12: Winter Sowing by Sheila Cherry  If you love to get your hands dirty and want to beat the winter blues, then […]

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