Matchmakers

The Backstreets: A Novel from Xinjiang

by Stephen S | Jan 18, 2023 | Adult, Diverse Voices, Matchmakers

In the summer of 2010, I was fortunate to have been part of a month-long study abroad program in China sponsored by my university. The program had...

Middle Grade Thrills & Chills: Shadow Grave by Marina Cohen

by Erika H | Jan 11, 2023 | Children, Fiction, Horror, Matchmakers

Cohen delivers her fourth shiveringly fun middle grade novel with the standalone book, Shadow Grave. Primarily set in an isolated New Hampshire...

Picture Books About Trying New Things

by MaggieL | Jan 4, 2023 | Children, Matchmakers, Picture Books

Happy New Year! Many people take some time now to think about new things they would like to try or learn in the new year. Trying new things can be...

Top Movies of 2022

by Luke N | Dec 28, 2022 | Adult, Matchmakers, Movies

I am more of a movie person than a tv person, and I normally like to see new movies at the theater. But this past year I have gone to the theater...

Library receives grant for skilled-trade job training

by Sheryl B | Dec 27, 2022 | Library News, Technology

Thanks to a grant from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), awarded by the State Library of Ohio, Heights Libraries will...

How Animals Adapt in Winter, Including Humans

by Louise L | Dec 21, 2022 | Animals/Nature, Children, Matchmakers, Non-Fiction, Picture Books

Happy solstice! Winter has officially arrived, and, with it, nature’s invitation to cozy up, slow down, and get some rest. As this fall has...

Best Fiction of 2022

by Andrea L | Dec 14, 2022 | Adult, Diverse Voices, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Matchmakers, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thrillers

December is the month to look back at the year as it's drawing to a close. I'm thinking about my favorite fiction from this past year. These are...

New Tech Gadgets to Look Out for in 2023

by Joseph K | Dec 13, 2022 | Technology

As 2022 comes to an end, we are looking towards 2023. In this month’s blog post, we will look at some new and fun technologies that will be...

Graphic Novels for Kids: The Baby-Sitters Club

by Andrea L | Dec 7, 2022 | Children, Diverse Voices, Fiction, Graphics Novels, Matchmakers, Uncategorized

The Matchmakers team welcomes our newest member, Amanie McGee! Amanie writes: Sometimes, you need to go back and remember your childhood. Those...

Caprice by Coe Booth

by Andrea L | Nov 30, 2022 | African-American, Children, Fiction, Matchmakers

Today we welcome a new member of the Matchmakers team, Erika Hogan! Erika writes: A twelve-year old girl finds the words and strength to speak about...

Fiction Featuring Crossword Puzzles: Jeffrey Bartsch

by Andrea L | Nov 23, 2022 | Adult, Fiction, Matchmakers

I've recently become very excited about solving crossword puzzles, so imagine my delight to find a refreshing, smart novel featuring crossword...

Ten Tech Gift Ideas for this Holiday Season

by Joseph K | Nov 22, 2022 | Technology

This month’s blog continues our holiday tradition of showcasing some tech or tech-related items that may make the perfect gift for someone or...

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