05/28/2026
Language is an ability so central to being human that we often take it for granted, without acknowledging its mysteriousness. In this book review blog, Runa gives us her thoughts on the book The Language Instinct. It may help you to think more about your words and the impact they can have on other people. Happy Reading!
Book Review: The Language Instinct
Language is an ability so central to being human that we often take it for granted, without acknowledging its mysteriousness. When one takes the time to think about what language really i…
05/26/2026
Amber recently read a book that focused on using literature to support children's mental health. Read this blog to learn her thoughts.
Book Review: Using Literature to Support Children’s Mental Health
Using Literature to Support Children’s Mental Health is a short book full of book recommendations to help support children’s mental health. The recommendations are primarily for elementar…
05/25/2026
Media Monday: Theo of Golden. Do the descriptors pique your interest? You can find it in our Rec Reads section!
Join us next week for another recommendation!
05/24/2026
"O Israel, hope in the Lord! For with the Lord there is steadfast love, and with him is plentiful redemption." ~Psalm 130:7
05/22/2026
The library will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. We hope you have a great holiday weekend!
05/21/2026
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and grief is one aspect of that. In this blog, learn Marina's thoughts on Manchester by the Sea. Would you approach grief in the same way that Lee does?
Movie Review: Manchester by the Sea
Warning: this review contains spoilers. When I (Marina) look for a movie to review, I strive to watch something that’s relevant to the time the b…
05/19/2026
When a beloved book is adapted for the screen, the result may not always be what we want it to be. In this blog, learn Savannah's thoughts on two different film adaptations of Charlotte's Web. Do you agree with her?
Book to Movie Review: Charlotte’s Web
My (Savannah) two-year-old daughter recently discovered the live action version of Charlotte’s Web. While I grew up watching the animated version from 1973, I couldn’t help but wonde…
05/18/2026
Media Monday: The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness. You can access it in our first floor reading room or online.
Join us next week for another recommendation!
05/17/2026
"My soul longs for your salvation: I hope in your word." ~Psalm 119:81
05/14/2026
Today, we're featuring Isaiah's review of the movie adaptation of Lois Lowry's The Giver.
Movie Review: The Giver
I’ve always loved to read. Throughout elementary and high school, I either had my nose buried in a book or was finding another at the library. That said, when I first read …
05/12/2026
Are you looking for a cozy mystery book? Check out Rachel's review of Murder at the Flamingo to see if this checks the boxes to be the next read for you.
Book Review: Murder at the Flamingo
There is an appeal to building something from the ground up and being able to claim ownership. In Murder at the Flamingo by Rachel McMillan, we get to see what opening a nightclub in Bost…