This week in the library:
Monday:
Stitch and Chat 9:30 a.m.
Genealogy Help 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday:
Preschool Story Time 11 a.m.
Genealogy Help 2-4 p.m.
Wednesday:
Baby Sensory Play 10-10:45 a.m.
Thursday:
Book Club 6 p.m.
Friday & Saturday:
Closed for Good Friday
In Tana French’s gripping new thriller, The Hunter, a quiet village in rural Ireland becomes the backdrop of a tale of greed, revenge, and the powerful bonds of an unconventional family. Cal Hooper, a retired Chicago cop seeking peace, has found a semblance of it with his girlfriend Lena and her troubled but promising teenage daughter, Trey. But their tenuous harmony is shattered when Trey’s long-lost father returns with an English millionaire and a get-rich-quick scheme to find gold on village lands. As the outsiders’ exploitative plan threatens to upend the close-knit community, Cal and Lena must decide how far they’ll go to protect the life they’ve built with Trey. (3-5)
A popular author in the library is Freida McFadden and her latest release is The Inmate. In her gripping new novel McFadden takes readers deep inside a maximum-security penitentiary where devastating secrets lurk. Brooke Sullivan has just started as a nurse practitioner at the prison, and the ground rule is never get too close to the dangerous inmates. Unknown to the staff, Brooke is already violating the rule by concealing her intimate connection to Shane Nelson, one of the most notorious prisoners serving a life sentence for multiple murders. The dark truth is that Shane was once Brooke’s high school sweetheart and golden boy quarterback before his shocking decent into violence. Even more disturbing – it was Brooke’s own testimony that helped put him behind bars all those years ago. As Brooke becomes increasingly entangled in the penitentiary’s chilling inner workings, she finds the line between guilt and innocence blurring. Shane knows her deepest secrets, stoking Brooke’s past trauma and unraveling her carefully rebuilt life. (3-5)
What happens when a president’s tenure ends? Jared Cohen’s insightful new book Life After Power, pulls back the curtain on the final acts of seven former U.S. presidents’ lives after leaving office. From Thomas Jefferson founding the University of Virginia to Jimmy Carter’s unparalleled 38-year advancement of humanitarian causes, Cohen offers fresh perspectives on these leaders’ searches for purpose and legacy beyond the presidency. He recounts their human struggles with ego, finances, and mortality once removed from power. This is sure to be a compelling read about the unexpected turning of history’s pages. (2-13)
In Swamp Spies, the 26th hilarious installment of Lana DeLeon’s incredibly popular Miss Fortune mystery series, Fortune Redding faces one of her biggest challenges yet. Her CIA operative friend Carter has gone missing in the Middle East after going rogue from his mission. Now it’s up to Fortune to use all her skills and connections to mount a daring rescue operation. Back in Sinful, Louisiana, the antics continue when local prankster Gage Babin’s latest joke goes tragically awry, leaving him dead. Though it appears accidental, Fortune suspects foul play. She’ll have to dig up the truth to ensure justice is served. With Carter’s life on the line and a potential murderer on the loose, it’s another adventure packed with DeLeon’s trademark wit and humor. If you haven’t started the series yet, run to the library and check it out!
The library has a full slate of activities and events for community members of all ages this spring.
Book lovers are invited to the library’s book club meeting on Thursday, March 28th at 6:00 p.m. This month’s read was Mother-Daughter Murder Night. Even if you haven’t read the book, feel free to stop by and enjoy the discussion. Get crafty at the $5 adult craft night on April 11th at 6:00 p.m. Participants will make a shabby chic photo frame. Space is limited, and registration is required for this friends’ night out. For the littlest patrons, registration is now open for the Play, Learn, Grow program for children ages 12-36 months. From April 15th to May 1st, 10:30-11:45 a.m., children and parents can spend time together playing, socializing, and making new friends over six sessions. A child development specialist will also be available for one-on-one consultations.
Teens and adults who are fans of the Star Trek franchise won’t want to miss the First Contact Day Party on April 5th at 6 p.m. Celebrate first contact with trivia, crafts, snacks, and more intergalactic fun. With activities for readers, crafters, parents, and sci-fi enthusiasts, there’s something for everyone at the library this spring.