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New Adult and Teen Books
The Plot
Written by: Jean Hanff Korelitz Jacob Finch Bonner was once a promising young novelist with a respectably published first book. Today, he’s teaching in a […]
V for Victory
Written by: Lissa Evans It’s late 1944. Hitler’s rockets are raining down on London with vicious regularity and it’s the coldest winter in living memory. […]
Find You First
Written by: Linwood Barclay Tech millionaire Miles Cookson has more money than he can ever spend, and everything he could dream of—except time. He has […]
Robert B. Parker’s Payback
Written by: Mike Lupica PI Sunny Randall has often relied on the help of her best friend Spike in times of need. When Spike’s restaurant […]
The Woman With the Blue Star
Written by: Pam Jenoff 1942. Sadie Gault is eighteen and living with her parents in the Kraków Ghetto during World War II. When the Nazis […]
The Last Thing He Told Me
Written by: Laura Dave Before Owen Michaels disappears, he smuggles a note to his beloved wife of one year: Protect her. Despite her confusion and […]
Reunion Beach
Written by: Elin Hilderbrand, Adriana Trigiani, Patti Callahan Henry, Cassandra King, Nathalie Dupree, Marjory Wentworth, and Mary Alice Monroe Inspired by the title Dorothea Benton […]
The Next Wife
Written by: Kaira Rouda Kate Nelson had it all. A flourishing company founded with her husband, John; a happy marriage; and a daughter, Ashlyn. The […]
Realm Breaker
Written by: Victoria Aveyard A strange darkness grows in Allward. Even Corayne an-Amarat can feel it, tucked away in her small town at the edge […]
Mirrorland
Written by: Carole Johnstone Cat lives in Los Angeles, far away from 36 Westeryk Road, the imposing gothic house in Edinburgh where she and her […]
The Last Night in London
Written by: Karen White London, 1939. Beautiful and ambitious Eva Harlow and her American best friend, Precious Dubose, are trying to make their way as fashion […]
Kate in Waiting
Written by: Becky Albertalli Contrary to popular belief, best friends Kate Garfield and Anderson Walker are not codependent. Carpooling to and from theater rehearsals? Environmentally […]
A Million Reasons Why
Written by: Jessica Strawser When two strangers are linked by a mail-in DNA test, it’s an answered prayer―that is, for one half sister. For the […]
A Caller’s Game
Written by: J.D. Barker Controversial satellite radio talk show host, Jordan Briggs, has clawed her way to the top of the broadcast world. She doesn’t […]
West With Giraffes
Written by: Lynda Rutledge “Few true friends have I known and two were giraffes…” Woodrow Wilson Nickel, age 105, feels his life ebbing away. But […]
Every Vow You Break
Written by: Peter Swanson Abigail Baskin never thought she’d fall in love with a millionaire. Then she met Bruce Lamb. He’s a good guy, stable, […]
New Children's Books
The Museum of Everything
Written and Illustrated By: Lynne Rae Perkins For ages 4 to 8. When you feel that the world is too big and loud and busy […]
House Mouse
Written and Illustrated By: Michael Hall For ages 4 to 8. On a chilly morning, a mouse finds something remarkable: a warm and welcoming fire. […]
The Shape of Thunder
Written By: Jasmine Warga For ages 8 to 12. Cora hasn’t spoken to her best friend, Quinn, in a year. Despite living next door to […]
Bubbles…Up!
Written By: Jacqueline Davies Illustrated By: Sonia Sánchez For ages 4 to 8. A day at the community pool is full of unwater magic—dunking and […]
Wishes
Written By: Muon Thi Van Illustrated By: Victo Ngai For ages 4 to 8. Wishes tells the powerful, honest story about one Vietnamese family’s search for […]
Toasty
Written By: Sarah Hwang For ages 4 to 6. Toasty loves dogs–so much so that he’d like to be one. He knows there are some […]
Fred Gets Dressed
Written By: Peter Brown For ages 3 to 6. The boy loves to be naked. He romps around his house naked and wild and free. […]
Hudson and Tallulah Take Sides
Written By: Anna Kang Illustrated By: Christopher Weyant For ages 3 to 7. Hudson and Tallulah may be neighbors, but the fence between their yards […]
Ways to Grow Love
Written By: Renée Watson Illustrated By: Nina Mata For ages 7 to 10. Ryan Hart loves her family and friends. She’s looking forward to summer […]
Trouble in the Stars
Written By: Sarah Prineas For ages 8 to 12. Trouble knows two things: they are a shapeshifter, and they are running from something–but they don’t […]
Sugar and Spite
Written By: Gail D. Villanueva For ages 8 to 12. Jolina can’t take Claudine’s bullying any longer! The taunts and teasing are too much. Though […]
Too Bright to See
Written By: Kyle Lukoff For ages 10 to 12. It’s the summer before middle school and eleven-year-old Bug’s best friend Moira has decided the two […]
The Rock from the Sky
Written and Illustrated By: Jon Klassen For ages 4 to 8. There is a spot. It is a good spot. It is the perfect spot […]
Hello, Rain
Written By: Kyo Maclear Illustrated By: Chris Turnham For ages 3 to 5. The air is full of waiting. The sky is full of breeze. […]
Wind Up
Written By: Derek Jeter & Paul Mantell For ages 8 to 12. As Derek and his team tackle playoffs, everyone deals with the pressure in […]
The Chance to Fly
Written By: Ali Stroker & Stacy Davidowitz For ages 8 to 12. Thirteen-year-old Nat Beacon loves a lot of things: her dog Warbucks, her best […]
New Movies
Land
Robin Wright’s feature film directorial debut, Land, is the poignant story of one woman’s search for meaning in the vast and harsh American wilderness. Reserve […]
The Mauritanian
A detainee at the U.S military’s Guantanamo Bay detention center is held without charges for over a decade and seeks help from a defense attorney […]
The Obituary of Tunde Johnson
A wealthy Nigerian-American teen is pulled over by police, shot to death and immediately awakens, reliving the same day over and over, trapped in a […]
Pixie
Olivia Cooke and Alec Baldwin star in this action-packed crime story set in Ireland. On a path to avenge her mother’s death, Pixie Hardy attempts […]
The Virtuoso
Danger, lies, and murder ensue for a professional assassin on a job in a remote town in this noir thriller starring Anson Mount, Abbie Cornish, […]
The Little Things
Deputy Sheriff Joe “Deke” Deacon (Washington) is on a search for a serial killer with Sergeant Jim Baxter (Malik), who is unaware that the investigation […]
Safer at Home
Two years into the pandemic, a group of friends throw a wild online party. After taking ecstasy, things go terribly wrong and the safety of […]
Vanquish
When her daughter is kidnapped, a former drug courier is forced by an ex-cop to take out a series of gangsters. This stylish action-thriller stars […]
Body Brokers
This is the true and untold story of multi-billion-dollar drug and alcohol treatment frauds, where former drug addicts and dealers become millionaires overnight as “body […]
Crisis
An intense thriller set against the opioid epidemic, Crisis features three interwoven stories that highlight the greed, violence and tragedy of the drug war. A […]
Test Pattern
Part psychological horror, part realist drama, this exhilarating debut feature from Shatara Michelle Ford is set against the backdrop of national discussions around inequitable health […]
The Violent Heart
Fifteen years after the murder of his sister, Daniel finds himself falling for Cassie, a vivacious high school senior. Reserve the DVD
Willy’s Wonderland
When his car breaks down, a quiet loner (Nic Cage) agrees to clean an abandoned family fun center in exchange for repairs. He soon finds […]
The Undoing
In this HBO limited series, a successful therapist, wife and mother tries to survive in the wake of a spreading and very public disaster. Reserve […]
Upcoming Events
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Tuesday, May 11th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Tuesday, May 11th, 2021
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Outdoors, weather permitting. Meet under the Coventry PEACE Arch to learn the 24 short form of Tai Chi and the Eight Best Movements for Health from Qigong practice. Tai Chi and Qigong are gentle forms of exercise to bring about a total union of mind, body, and spirit and are ideal for any age.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Tuesday, May 11th, 2021
Start time: 2:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Computer
Description: This class covers the basics of PowerPoint, including creating a slideshow featuring text and pictures, rearranging slides, and saving and printing the presentation. Familiarity with mouse and keyboard. This class will be held virtually. A valid email address is required. Information about accessing the class will be sent to your email address prior to class. Registration begins April 20.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [3] ]
Date: Tuesday, May 11th, 2021
Start time: 6:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: The physical and mental benefits of meditation are significant and well documented. Christine Valadon will present a weekly Zoom Heartfulness meditation, an effective form of meditation focused on opening the heart and practiced in over 120 countries around the world. Registration required.
Branch: Lee Road Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Tuesday, May 11th, 2021
Start time: 7:00 pm
Age group: Family, Children
Event type: Storytime
Description: Join us twice a month for an evening Zoom storytime. This storytime will be calmer and quieter than our daytime storytime, prepping kids for sweet dreams. For preschoolers of all ages.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
Branch: Coventry Peace Park [ Coventry Peace Park ]
Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2021
Start time: 9:30 am
Age group: Family, Children
Event type: Storytime
Description: Bring your babies and blankets for books, bopping, and bouncing at our outdoor lap-sit program. Weather permitting. For children birth through walking
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2021
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Outdoors, weather permitting. Meet under the Coventry PEACE Arch to learn the 24 short form of Tai Chi and the Eight Best Movements for Health from Qigong practice. Tai Chi and Qigong are gentle forms of exercise to bring about a total union of mind, body, and spirit and are ideal for any age.
Branch: Coventry Peace Park [ Coventry Peace Park ]
Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2021
Start time: 10:30 am
Age group: Children, Family
Event type: Storytime
Description: Bring a blanket to sit on, and join us for stories, songs, and dancing! Weather permitting. For preschoolers of all ages.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2021
Start time: 11:00 am
Age group: Children, Family
Event type: Storytime
Description: If you want to enjoy storytime from the comfort of your own home, here is your chance! Join us as we read books and sing songs in our Family Zoom storytime.
You will receive an email with the Zoom meeting room and password prior to the program.
In order to receive the room information, you must provide an email address, and you must have registered more than one hour before the program begins.
Please do not share the room information with others who have not signed up.
We will not be recording the programs and you may turn your video off if you prefer.
We will have a staff member monitor the zoom meeting to insure safety for all ages.
Please arrive to the Zoom room within five minutes of the program time.
Lastly, please be patient with us as we learn how to bring our best to you wherever you are.
Registration begins April 28.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Thursday, May 13th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
Branch: Lee Road Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Thursday, May 13th, 2021
Start time: 10:30 am
Age group: Children, Family
Event type: Storytime
Description: Bring your blankets and masks to the corner of Corydon and Lee for stories, songs, and rhymes. We will be on the lawn, properly distanced and masked. On days with inclement weather, the program will be cancelled.
Branch: Coventry Peace Park [ Coventry Peace Park ]
Date: Thursday, May 13th, 2021
Start time: 3:00 pm
Age group: Children, Family, School Age
Event type: Social
Description: Join us every Thursday afternoon in May for a safe and socially distance communal game. Participants will meet in front of the Coventry branch before heading into the park. CDC guidelines will be followed during this event.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Thursday, May 13th, 2021
Start time: 6:30 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: 1619 v 1776 Project Debate
Zoom ID: 823 648 5349
Password: 691353
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [3] ]
Date: Thursday, May 13th, 2021
Start time: 7:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Author
Description: Civil rights champion and people's lawyer Terry Gilbert along with coauthor Carlo Wolff discuss Terry's memoir, "Trying Times: A Lawyer's 50-Year Struggle Fighting for Rights in a World of Wrongs". Registration begins April 8.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Friday, May 14th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Friday, May 14th, 2021
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Outdoors, weather permitting. Meet under the Coventry PEACE Arch to learn the 24 short form of Tai Chi and the Eight Best Movements for Health from Qigong practice. Tai Chi and Qigong are gentle forms of exercise to bring about a total union of mind, body, and spirit and are ideal for any age.
Branch: University Heights Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Friday, May 14th, 2021
Start time: 11:00 am
Age group: Children
Event type: Storytime
Description: Welcome back story time at Walter Stinson Park. Bring a chair, blanket or sit in your stroller Join the library staff for stories, songs, & movement! Look for us in the field by the gazebo! We will be following UH park policy on social distancing and masks. Registration required.
Ages 0-5
Branch: University Heights Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Friday, May 14th, 2021
Start time: 12:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Working from home and need a break in your day? Join yoga instructor Chelsea for Virtual Lunchtime Yoga! Spend some time focusing on yourself so that you can get back to work feeling refreshed and energized. Tune in at 12 pm on the Library's Facebook page for live yoga or catch the replay later in the day!
Branch: Noble Neighborhood Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Saturday, May 15th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Children, Family, School Age
Event type: Nature/Science, Social
Description: Families with children of all ages are invited to participate in an outdoor superhero scavenger hunt. Wear your favorite superhero costume and hunt for the heroes of spring and some of our favorite superhero characters. Stop in at the children's desk to get started.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Saturday, May 15th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Saturday, May 15th, 2021
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Outdoors, weather permitting. Meet under the Coventry PEACE Arch to learn the 24 short form of Tai Chi and the Eight Best Movements for Health from Qigong practice. Tai Chi and Qigong are gentle forms of exercise to bring about a total union of mind, body, and spirit and are ideal for any age.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Sunday, May 16th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Monday, May 17th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
Branch: Lee Road Branch [ Meeting Room A ]
Date: Monday, May 17th, 2021
Start time: 6:30 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Staff Use
Description: Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [5] ]
Date: Tuesday, May 18th, 2021
Start time: All Day
Age group: Teen
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: If you didn't complete last winter's Read Woke challenge, there's still time! Arm yourself with knowledge to better protect your rights and learn about others so you treat people with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, creed, or color. Join the Read Woke! challenge on the Beanstack app, and you can earn a great prize by reading books by diverse voices. Grades 6-12.
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