Book Review: ‘Old God’s Time,’ by Sebastian Barry
In his novel “Old God’s Time,” Sebastian Barry puts a retired policeman on a case that dredges up painful memories.
Patrick French, Unsparing Biographer of V.S. Naipaul, Dies at 56
He was a historian of India and Tibet, but best known for his biography of Naipaul, which one reviewer described as “a portrait of the artist as a monster.”
'Benjamin Banneker and Us' traces generations of descendants of the mathematician
Rachel Jamison Webster learned she is related to Benjamin Banneker at a cousins' wedding. The news was unexpected, not only because of Banneker's place in history but also because the author is white.
(Image credit: Henry Holt & Co. )
Book Review: “Guardians of the Valley,” by Dean King
In “Guardians of the Valley,” Dean King chronicles the friendship between the naturalist John Muir and the journalist Robert Underwood Johnson.
Book Review: “Guardians of the Valley,” by Dean King
In “Guardians of the Valley,” Dean King chronicles the friendship between the naturalist John Muir and the journalist Robert Underwood Johnson.
Book Review: ‘The Undertow,’ by Jeff Sharlet
Alarmed by the country’s political divisions, Jeff Sharlet embarked on an anguished quest to understand the rise of antidemocratic extremism. In “The Undertow,” he documents his findings.
Book Review: ‘The Undertow,’ by Jeff Sharlet
Alarmed by the country’s political divisions, Jeff Sharlet embarked on an anguished quest to understand the rise of antidemocratic extremism. In “The Undertow,” he documents his findings.
Book Review: ‘Benjamin Banneker and Us,’ by Rachel Jamison Webster with Edith Lee Harris, Robert Lett, Gwen Marable, and Edwin Lee
In “Benjamin Banneker and Us,” Rachel Jamison Webster uncovers Black ancestors she never knew about, and with the help of far-flung relatives assembles her family’s story.
Book Review: ‘Benjamin Banneker and Us,’ by Rachel Jamison Webster with Edith Lee Harris, Robert Lett, Gwen Marable, and Edwin Lee
In “Benjamin Banneker and Us,” Rachel Jamison Webster uncovers Black ancestors she never knew about, and with the help of far-flung relatives assembles her family’s story.
Book Review: ‘Flux,’ by Jinwoo Chong
In Jinwoo Chong’s debut novel, “Flux,” a time-warping discovery impacts the lives of three people coping with personal and systemic traumas.
Book Review: ‘Flux,’ by Jinwoo Chong
In Jinwoo Chong’s debut novel, “Flux,” a time-warping discovery impacts the lives of three people coping with personal and systemic traumas.
Book Review: ‘Walk the Walk,’ by Neil Gross
In “Walk the Walk,” Neil Gross profiles three departments around the country experimenting with genuine reform.
Book Review: ‘Walk the Walk,’ by Neil Gross
In “Walk the Walk,” Neil Gross profiles three departments around the country experimenting with genuine reform.
Fantasy and Science Fiction: March 2023
Whether fueled by magic or advanced technology, imagination is the engine of speculative fiction. This newsletter brings you the best of fantasy, science fiction, and everything in between. Monthly.
Delivered: 3/21/2023 12:00:00 AM
Delivered: 3/21/2023 12:00:00 AM
Furry Buddies
Suggested for ages 6-14. Registration required. Read a story to therapy dogs, Erin, Kody, Fritz, and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children. Guardians must remain with children age 9 and under. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Houseplanting 101
Suggested for adults. Registration required. Do you love houseplants? We do, too! Learn how to plant, propagate, and care for a variety of popular plant species. Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Craft-To-Go
Open to all kids. Stop by and pick up a fun take-home craft. While supplies last. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Preschool Storytime
Open to ages 2-4. Registration required. The latest books & some old favorites will help introduce new vocabulary & reinforce learning.
Children & their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games & movement while building language & literacy skills.We ask that guardians please remain present with children under age 9 during the event.
Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Children & their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games & movement while building language & literacy skills.We ask that guardians please remain present with children under age 9 during the event.
Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Three Novels Where Love Takes Center Stage
Romance — nostalgic, obsessive or consuming — is at the heart of Madelaine Lucas’s “Thirst for Salt,” Keiran Goddard’s “Hourglass” and Alison Mills Newman’s “Francisco.”
Three Novels Where Love Takes Center Stage
Romance — nostalgic, obsessive or consuming — is at the heart of Madelaine Lucas’s “Thirst for Salt,” Keiran Goddard’s “Hourglass” and Alison Mills Newman’s “Francisco.”
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