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Damien hasn't had many positive experiences in his past. His mother was killed when he was just a baby, his brother and aunts and uncles don't understand his hobbies and passions, and he's not even sure he understands himself. So he's starting over in a new school after being bullied harshly at his last. This time around, Damien vows to stay silent and give the kids at his new school absolutely nothing to go on if they want to bully him.

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , Biography & Memoir, Bullying, Diversity, Graphic Novels & Manga, LGBTQIA+, Read
March 31, 2022
Poetry Month

Every April, the world celebrates poetry! The month is a reminder that poets play an integral role in our culture and that poetry matters. To celebrate, we have a lot of opportunities to read, listen, connect, and create with poetry in a variety of ways.

Think Library, Adults, Teens, Kids , Connect, Create, Learn, Library News, Poetry
March 31, 2022
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Feast your eyes on these marvelous muffin cookbooks.  A few of the titles on the list cover cupcakes, biscuits, and any other yummy foods you can create in the versatile muffin tin. Need equipment to get your baking started? Check out one of our Baking Kits!

Mixed Ages
March 31, 2022
The Tween Space at the Downtown Library

In 2020, shortly before the pandemic began, we opened a Tween Space in the children’s area of the Downtown Library. This dedicated space offers kids ages 7–12 a place to hang out, explore crafts and other activities, enjoy pop-up programs, work on homework, and play.

Think Library, Kids , Connect, Create, Grants, Library News
March 29, 2022
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This list is filled with delicious recipes for making sweet, savory, and any other pie you might imagine. Need equipment to get your baking started? Check out one of our Baking Kits!

Mixed Ages
March 28, 2022
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Sometimes Maggie feels left out. Her mom and dad are preoccupied with getting ready for the new baby, her twin brothers are always in their own little twin world, and even her friends seem to be distracted with other things.

Think Library, Kids , Animals, Diversity, Family, Fiction, Friendship, Graphic Novels & Manga, Inclusiveness, Read, Staff Picks
March 17, 2022
Life on Earth Beyond Humans
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Take a look at these titles to learn more about the unique and interesting variety of life on Earth.

Nature and the Environment
March 11, 2022
2021 Accomplishments

2021 was a big year for us! While we continued to increase access to our services through virtual options, we also resumed all of the in-person services and events you love. Here are some of the accomplishments that made our 2021 great!

Events and Services

11,706 people participated in 984 Library-sponsored in-person and virtual events. Summer reading continued virtually, with its participants nearly doubling the initial goal of reading one-million minutes!

Think Library, Adults , Connect, Library of Things, Lifelong Learning, Literacy, Read
February 17, 2022
Nichelle Whitney Wash

We are excited to welcome the newest member of the Board of Trustees, Nichelle Whitney Wash to the MCPL community! Appointed by the County Council, Nichelle will serve on the Board for a four-year term. We sat down for a Q&A with Nichelle and here’s what we discovered. 

 

Think Library, Adults , Connect, Create, Diversity, Learn, Library News, Local Interest, Read
February 15, 2022

Struggling to pay for internet service? The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a federal benefit program designed to help you afford the broadband access you need for work, school, healthcare, and more.

Visit acpbenefit.org to check if you qualify, apply, and find a provider near you.

If your household is eligible, you can receive:

Think Library, Adults , Computers & Technology Help, Connect, Library News
February 10, 2022
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The Queen, Katherine Applegate, has done it again.

Think Library, Kids , Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Read
February 8, 2022
America's Star Libraries 2021

The 2021 Library Journal (LJ) Index of Public Library Service, a national rating system that measures library service relative to peer libraries, named Monroe County Public Library a Three-Star Library! MCPL was one of just five Indiana libraries to receive a star designation.

Think Library , Connect, Learn, Library News
February 7, 2022
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Can't get away for Spring Break? Go along for the ride with these inspiring travelogues.

Topical Guides
February 7, 2022
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If you’re looking for ideas for your next RPG, board game, or video game, check out these titles! Need some equipment to get started? Check out one of our Role-Playing Game Kits.

 

Popular Interests, Read-a-Likes, Reimaginings
January 18, 2022
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Books to help you start designing both video games and tabletop games!

Popular Interests, Read-a-Likes, Reimaginings
January 18, 2022