A New Look at History for Native American Heritage Month
A New Look at History for Native American Heritage Month
In the past 5 years, several books have been published showing a different side of the conquering and “civilizing” of the Americas. Native Americans had lived on the continent for several thousand years when Europeans arrived (Native Americans arrived somewhere between 15,000 and …
Meet Sara
Meet Sarah, the new Library Assistant at the Graham Public Library. New to our library system doesn’t mean that she’s not ready and willing to help with your technology questions and fill in as she’s needed. We’re looking forward to seeing how she makes her impact on the Graham community.
How …
New Worlds in YA
New Worlds in YA
The best part of fantasy fiction? The incredible worlds the authors make up! These new(ish) YA books have compelling worlds for us to enjoy as readers, as well as rich characters to populate them.
Heir by Sabaa Tahir – The world is the Martial Empire, and there’s a killer loose …
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches
Mandanna, Sangu. The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches. New York : Berkley, 2022.
Still craving a witchy read this fall?
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches is a cozy fantasy romance about an isolated witch and an unconventional found family in the English countryside battling forces …
Meet Nicole
Meet Nicole, our new Youth Services Coordinator for the county. New to our area, she’s jumped right in getting to know the people and organizations to make new partnerships and connections that will ultimately help children thrive!
How long have you worked with the County?Started on 3 June 2024
Where are you from …
Celebrating the Day of the Dead
Celebrating the Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) is a holiday that is celebrated in Mexico on November 1 and 2. It is a special occasion where friends and family honor passed loved ones. Some traditions include hanging hand-cut paper banners, making colorful paper flowers, decorating sugar skulls …
The Lost Story
The Lost Story
Shaffer, Meg. The Lost Story. New York : Ballantine Books, 2024.
“All books are magic. An object that can take you to another world without even leaving your room? A story written by a stranger and yet it seems they wrote it just for you or to you? Loving and hating …
Spooky Chapter Books
Spooky Chapter Books!
It’s the perfect time of year to encourage your kids to read by giving them a spooky book. This list is perfect for those in elementary and middle school grades.
Bee Bakshi and the Gingerbread Sisters by Emi Pinto
Bee is bummed to be spending her summer at the lake with her …