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Bixby Alexander Tam (Bat, for short) loves all kinds of animals. When Bat's veterinarian mom brings home an orphaned newborn skunk, his focus and goal is to convince her that a skunk might just be a perfect pet. The only trouble is, she insists that the skunk can only stay with them for one short month, just long enough for the baby skunk to grow up enough to transition to a wildlife rehab center. Can Bat convince her to change her mind?  

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , Animals, Diversity, Fiction, Inclusiveness, Read, Realistic, Staff Picks
July 7, 2021
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By definition, a nonprofit is formed for the purpose of serving a public or mutual benefit other than the purpose of accumulation of profits for owners or investors. Nonprofits exist to have impact on the community and the folks it serves.   This last year nonprofits have stepped up in a big way  amidst overwhelming demands and deceased funding.

Even More Staff Picks
July 1, 2021
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Donte and his brother Trey go to a private middle school where most of their classmates are white. They are biracial; their mother is black and their father is white. Trey is very light-skinned and can pass as white whereas Donte has darker skin and is known as “Black Brother.” Because of Donte’s skin color, he is bullied at his middle school by a white kid named Alan. Alan sets Donte up and gets him in trouble involving the police.

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , African American, Bullying, Read, Siblings, Sports
June 28, 2021
A rendered image of the Library's atrium shows small meeting spaces on the left and stairs leading to the main floor. In the background, bookshelves and computer workstations are visible behind a large glass wall. Patrons are scattered through the spaces.

On Sunday, June 27, The Friends of the Monroe County Public Library Foundation pledged to donate $650,000 to the Library to equip a new branch on the south side of Monroe County. 

Think Library, Adults , Connect, Friends of the Library, Library News, Lifelong Learning, Local Interest, Teaching Kitchen
June 24, 2021
Teaching Early-Beginner English
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Learners with little to no exposure to English need to build a foundation of basic vocabulary and listening comprehension skills. These resources provide a structure for sequential skill building for early-beginner English language learners. Visit VITAL’s Volunteer Resources for more tools, tips, and training.

English Language Learning
June 24, 2021
Hoopla Cicada Titles

 

Brood X, the Great Eastern Brood of cicadas, has made the summer of 2021 a very loud and interesting season in Indiana. Dogs and birds alike have loved these natural protein snacks, but there is more to these weird insects than meets the eye (or ear).

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , Animals, Early Literacy, eBooks, eLibrary, Environmental, Gardening, Literacy, Nonfiction, Picture Book, Read
June 21, 2021
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When 12 year-old Waka's parents think she needs to brush up on her Japanese, they send her to Japan to live with her Obaasama, her grandmother, who lives in Tokyo. Five long months in a Japanese only school, giving up her summer vacation and her best friends back home in Kansas!

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , Biography & Memoir, Diversity, Family, Read
June 10, 2021
Illustration of raised hands with rainbow bracelets holding Pride flags and a sign that says "Love is Love"..

In June we celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning Pride! Many Pride events in the United States are held in June to commemorate the anniversary of the Stonewall Rebellion on June 28, 1969. Celebrations often include festivals, performances, rallies, parades, family events, film screenings, and other events. These events honor the history of the LGBTQIA+ social movement and celebrate progress made by the community.

Think Library, Adults, Teens, Kids , Diversity, Holidays & Cultural Celebrations, Inclusiveness, LGBTQIA+, Library Events
May 27, 2021

The Emergency Broadband Benefit is a federal program providing increased access to broadband internet and connected devices for qualifying income-eligible households.

Think Library, Adults, VITAL - Volunteers in Tutoring Adult Learners , Computers & Technology Help, Connect
May 17, 2021
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The small town of Fry in Logan County is a weird place. Strange, unexplainable, dangerous stuff happens all the time, threatening the townsfolk. Thankfully, the town is also home to cousins Otto and Sheed - the Legendary Alston Boys. They've solved mysteries and saved the day countless times, but when they encounter an unusual man with a magical camera on the last day of summer, they embark on what may be their toughest challenge yet...

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , Adventure, Diversity, Fantasy, Fiction, Friendship, Mystery, Read, Suspense
May 14, 2021
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Try a nonfiction title to learn about the wondrous creatures we share our planet with, or read a fictional story focused on animals for thought-provoking fun. You can also join our "Tails and Tales" 2021 summer reading program and you might win a prize!

Even More Staff Picks
May 6, 2021
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Eleven year old Lekha is the only Indian American girl in her school and definitely feels like an outcast in the mostly-white Detroit neighborhood she calls home. Her classmates make ignorant remarks about her family’s culture, language, and tease her about her birthmark (that just so happens to be on her forehead, just like a Bindi).

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , Bullying, Diversity, Fiction, Friendship, Inclusiveness, Read, Realistic
April 30, 2021
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Did you know the Downtown Library offers unique items for check out like mobile hotspots, energy monitors, book club kits, seeds, toys, and outdoor adventure backpacks? They’re part of our Library of Things!

A Library of Things is a collection of items for loan that expands the boundaries of traditionally defined library materials, meeting the needs of our diverse and growing community.

Think Library, Adults, Teens , Create, Library News, Library of Things
April 29, 2021
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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!

Topical Guides
April 20, 2021
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Wow. I was blown away by this book. It is no accident that it's considered a Classic.

Think Library, Kids, Reviews , Animals, Classics, Fiction, Read
April 19, 2021