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Book Reviews: ‘Flee North,’ by Scott Shane; ‘Golda Meir,’ by Deborah Lipstadt; ‘The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel,’ by Douglas Brunt; and ‘The Sister,’ by Sung-Yoon Lee.

NY Times Book Reviews - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 5:00am

New biographies by Scott Shane, Deborah E. Lipstadt, Douglas Brunt and Sung-Yoon Lee tell the stories of people working through, under or above different kinds of power.

Book Review: ‘The Maniac,’ by Benjamín Labatut

New York Times Book News - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 5:00am

Benjamín Labatut’s novel “The Maniac” examines the dawn of the nuclear age and the brilliant, sometimes troubled minds behind it.

Book Reviews: ‘Flee North,’ by Scott Shane; ‘Golda Meir,’ by Deborah Lipstadt; ‘The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel,’ by Douglas Brunt; and ‘The Sister,’ by Sung-Yoon Lee.

New York Times Book News - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 5:00am

New biographies by Scott Shane, Deborah E. Lipstadt, Douglas Brunt and Sung-Yoon Lee tell the stories of people working through, under or above different kinds of power.

Dawn Powell’s Writing Has Been Rediscovered. What About Her Grave?

NY Times Book Reviews - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 5:00am

The satirist, who died in 1965, was buried in a potter’s field in the Bronx. Now some of her admirers are thinking about how to commemorate her.

Dawn Powell’s Writing Has Been Rediscovered. What About Her Grave?

New York Times Book News - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 5:00am

The satirist, who died in 1965, was buried in a potter’s field in the Bronx. Now some of her admirers are thinking about how to commemorate her.

Audiobook Review: ‘Gone Tonight,’ by Sarah Pekkanen

NY Times Book Reviews - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 5:00am

In this thriller, a mother’s deceptions set off a game of cat and mouse with her adult daughter.

Audiobook Review: ‘Gone Tonight,’ by Sarah Pekkanen

New York Times Book News - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 5:00am

In this thriller, a mother’s deceptions set off a game of cat and mouse with her adult daughter.

ALL-A-BOARD!

Events: Absecon - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 1:44am

Open to all ages. Registration required. Feeling bored? Gather together for a fun day playing different board games. All materials are provided. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Halloween Party

Events: Mays Landing - Fri, 09/29/2023 - 1:44am

Suggested for ages 3-12. Registration required. Come dressed in costume and join us for tingling treats, ghoulish games & mysterious prizes. Please advise staff of any food allergies. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. Guardians must remain present. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Storytime!

Events: Ventnor - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 4:41pm

Open to ages 12-36 months. Registration required. Each week will feature a different toddler-friendly theme and exciting stories. We ask that guardians remain present during the activity. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.

Into the Evening Book Club

Events: Ventnor - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 4:41pm

Open to adults. Registration required. Our book club always features good taste and great company.
9/21: Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng10/19: Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult11/16: The Mitford Affair by Marie Benedict
All programs are subject to change or cancellations.

Managing Grief During the Holidays

Events: Somers Point - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 4:41pm

Open to adults. Registration required. This presentation explains the different types of grief caregivers often experience.
Explore strategies on how to manage grief during the holidays by seeking joyful traditions of remembrance of those we have lost. Refreshments provided. Inform staff of any food allergies. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Senior Craft and Activities

Events: Pleasantville - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 4:41pm

Open to adults. Registration required. Are you a social butterfly who enjoys the arts and crafts?
Each week we'll share theme-inspired coloring pages, puzzles, paintings and simple crafts, great for keeping your brain and motor skills alert.
Supplies provided.

9 New Books We Recommend This Week

NY Times Book Reviews - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 4:28pm

Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.

9 New Books We Recommend This Week

New York Times Book News - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 4:28pm

Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.

123 Read & Sing

Events: Galloway - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 1:41pm

Open to ages 1 1/2 - 5 and their caregivers. Registration required. Children and their grownups will be ready for the day after this late morning story hour filled with great books, songs, and play. We ask that guardians please remain present with children during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.>

Creative Crafts with Conversation

Events: Galloway - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 1:41pm

Creative Crafts with Conversation - Open to adults. Registration required. Chat with friends old and new as you create your very own masterpiece. Face masks are optional. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

September: Decorative Storage Box - Open to adults. Registration required. Join us as we create a beautiful storage box from an "upcycled" cardboard box.

October: Rope Pumpkin - Open to adults. Registration required. Delight in the autumn season as we make fun decorative pumpkins using rope and twine.

November: Harvest Centerpiece - Open to adults. Registration required. Enhance your dining table with the perfect centerpiece for Thanksgiving!

December: Image Transfer Holiday Decoration(s) - Open to adults. Registration required. Learn the simple art of transferring images to create decorative holiday items.

Thursday Family Storytime

Events: Egg Harbor Township - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 1:41pm

Open to all ages. Registration required. Songs, stories, and oh so much fun! We ask that guardians please remain present with children age 9 and under during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.

Adult Crafternoon

Events: Egg Harbor Township - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 1:41pm

Open to adults. Registration required. Participate in various crafts from jewelry-making to DIY decorations for your house.All supplies provided. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Fiero Code Mythology Competition

Events: Egg Harbor City - Thu, 09/28/2023 - 1:41pm

Open to ages 7-18. Registration required. Fiero Code Club is a self-paced, learn-to-code software for kids. Through gamified projects and tutorials, kids can learn a variety of coding skills. Sign in with library card number and PIN, create a Fiero account and code to victory for free. Learn how to build games, apps, animations, websites, and more. Mythology Competition 2023 runs from October 5-November 30.

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