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Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on books that have Blue Covers!!! As we start entering into the snow and cold months of Winter, why not get in the spirit by reading some books that have covers featuring various shades of blue so check out one of these and then snuggle up with a mug of hot chocolate or tea and enjoy an amazing story completely chosen because of the front cover. Since we are choosing these books based on their front covers, then we have an…
The theme for June is Color Our World, which coincides with the Summer Reading Theme. We will have a display of colorful books from which to choose, but you may choose other books by searching #yacolorfulcovers, or search for books by searching a color, or pick up a colorful cover while browsing the shelves. You may also listen to audiobooks or read eBooks on Libby or Hoopla. Join in the reading anytime throughout the month, and meet to discuss what your read on the first Monday of each month…
Many locals will be familiar with the connection to prisoners of war camps the Winchester area has had throughout history: the Hessian prisoners brought here during the Revolutionary War and the German prisoners during World War II. Many may be unfamiliar with the story of a small group of 20 men from Philadelphia, PA exiled out of the commonwealth and sent to Winchester for months during the Revolutionary War. Norman Donoghue’s new book Prisoners of Congress: Philadelphia’s Quakers…
Expect the Unexpected Used Book Sale. ***Last Day ****
Limited to 20 masked shoppers for one hour of shopping. Reservation recommended.
Email to reserve your shopping hour. friends@handleyregional.org.
If safe space is available, walk-ins are welcome.
Sale hours for today are 10 am to 2 pm. Payment can be made by check, credit card or exact change.
Why Native Plants?
You may have heard the term “native plants” and seen books or articles devoted to the subject. For us, a native plant is one that was growing in our area before humans began introducing plants from other parts of the country and other parts of the world (exotics). Our native plants evolved here and are an important part of our ecosystems, providing our native animals food, host plants and habitat. Oaks, Redbuds, Dogwoods and Pawpaws are examples of native trees that…
When the word “mystery” is typed into the HRL catalog search, over 14,000 titles appear. Our digital resources add thousands more to the list. As a mystery fan, I love all these choices! But as a library patron, I know that having all those choices can be overwhelming. How do I choose the best book for me? Knowing and understanding the different categories of mysteries is the key to narrowing your search and finding your next great read.
The mystery genre is…