In Honor of National Photography Month, here are some curated picks to help you either learn more about photography, or go out and start taking photos yourself!
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Wow. I was blown away by this book. It is no accident that it's considered a Classic.
National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and thank the volunteers who lend their time, talent, and voices to make a difference in our community! We are fortunate to have so many volunteers who are passionate about the Library’s mission and generously share their skills in a variety of long-term and short-term commitments.
With the passage of the American Rescue Plan individuals can enroll or change their current Federal Health Insurance Marketplace plan now through August 15, 2021. Individuals are qualifying for substantial savings in a new plan or on the same plan with lower monthly premiums.
Cici loves cooking with her A-ma (grandmother) in Taiwan; it makes her feel like she belongs. But when Cici’s family moves to America and away from A-ma, Cici suddenly feels out of place. She misses Taiwan, but especially misses her A-ma. Cici wants A-ma to visit, but A-ma cannot afford the plane ticket to America. When Cici sees a cooking contest for kids offered at a local store for a cash prize, she enters right away. But will the judges be interested in her Taiwanese cooking?
Even if you aren’t able to travel right now you can sit back and let one of these titles take you on a journey.
Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month by reading young adult books written by contemporary YA authors!
This list is to better understand those facing homelessness, or to provide resources to help those in need.
We want to help you read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten with your child! If you're interested in learning more, please contact an MCPL staff member. In the meantime, put these books on hold so you can get started right away!
Growing up as a young boy in the Indian state of Rajasthan, Sundar Paliwal experienced several difficult things such as hunger, poverty and the loss of his mother at a young age. He continues to look at his community as he grows up, gets married and eventually has his own two daughters and one son. He teaches his children about the beauty and importance of all living things. But Sundar’s community and land is being destroyed by mining companies, where he works.