This week is Mystery Week! Library staff Brianna and Miranda compiled some of their favorite mysteries below. Whether you like cozy mysteries, crazy thrillers, or something in between, there is a recommendation here for you! Middle Grade Undercover Latina by Aya de Leon Andréa Hernández-Baldoquín is part of a family of spies that work for […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
2025 was a big year for music and we had plenty of albums on repeat! Don’t forget you can stream music for free with your library card on hoopla. Check out the soundtrack to our 2025 below and stay tuned for our favorite watches next! Favorite Albums
For puzzlers interested in a lively evening of competition. Each team will be given the same 750-piece jigsaw puzzle, then compete to see who can finish it the fastest. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place. Open to all ages. Register here. Do you enjoy digging into a jigsaw puzzle? Or puzzling over a mystery? […]
Wicked: Part One and Wicked: For Good are movies based on a play (Wicked,) based on a book (Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire,) based on a movie (The Wizard of Oz,) based on a book (The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum.) There is a lot of lore to the […]
Below you will find an upcoming program paired with related movies, documentaries, books, music, and more to help you gain a wider understanding of the topic before or after the program. Explore further, deepen your discovery, and connect to learning! The Program: Cleveland Summertime Memories, Wed., July 24, 6:30 pm, Willoughby Hills Library Description: Gail Bellamy will share information from her […]
