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.
Friday—Star Trek Party (adults and teens) 6 p.m.
Saturday—Kevin McPeters Book Signing (Union: Origins) 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
The top pick for Library Reads in April is The Husbands by Holly Gramazio. Lauren, who’s
single, comes home to find not only is she married, but she doesn’t recognize her husband. She
discovers that by sending a husband to the attic, she can replace him with a new model – and
there seems to be a never-ending supply. Th quirky nature of the book, humorous writing,
charming characters and the unbelievable situation will have readers completely engrossed. (4-
2) Douglas Beatty
Continuing the list of engaging fiction selections, Amor Towles returns to write Table for Two:
Fictions. Towle’s literary fiction never disappoints. In this collection of short stories and a
novella, readers will be entranced by his use of sophisticated and smart language to convey
aspects of the human condition. Highly recommended for book clubs and lovers of short stories.
(4-2) Julie Klein
Another charming novel featured on the Library Reads list is Sarah Adams’ for The Rule Book.
Nora lands her first client as a sports agent, and it happens to be her ex-boyfriend from college.
Derek, a tight end pro football player, needs all the help he can get to revive his career. Upbeat
and engaging, this sports romance book is breezy with fun characters and plenty of heart. (4-2)
Andrienne Cruz
Shifting to thrilling psychological suspense, Mary Kubica’s She’s Not Sorry will have readers on
the edge of their seats. Meghan Michaels, a single mom and ICU nurse, finds her life upended
when a young patient named Caitlin is admitted with a severe brain injury after an apparent
bridge jump. However, a witness comes forward claiming Caitlin may have been pushed, raising
disturbing questions about what really happened. As Meghan gets closer to Caitlin and her
family while providing care, she becomes entangled in their lives and the mysterious
circumstances surrounding the incident. Startling revelations emerge that make Meghan realize
her own safety, and that of her daughter, could now be in jeopardy. (4-2)
On a different note, another review from one of our patrons, Don Sides, highlights a fascinating
history book. On our shelves is a fascinating history of America passing through a time of great
turmoil. Bloody Crimes: The Chase for Jefferson Davis and the Death Pageant for
Lincoln’s Corpse by James Swanson, chronicles the last days of the leaders of the Civil War
and America’s memorials and healing.
A few things to look forward to at the library include our genealogy help provided by our
wonderful volunteer. Whether you are starting to map your family tree or stuck, stop by the
library for this free assistance. The genealogy room is available for your research, with
computers set up for you to access ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org. The room is also
equipped with a scanner, allowing you to upload family photos to these websites and digitally
archive them. A family tree would make a wonderful gift for the family around Christmas and
would allow you and your family to sit down and talk about family members who have passed.
Genealogy help is available for free on Mondays and Tuesdays from 2 to 4 p.m., call the library
to schedule an appointment. Take advantage of these great resources to discover your family
history!
On Friday, April 5 th at 6 p.m. is our Star Trek Party celebrating First Contact. Join us for an
evening filled with trivia, crafts, snacks, and more intergalactic fun! Test your knowledge of the
Star Trek universe during the trivia competition. Create your own Star Trek-themed crafts and
accessories. Whether you’re a seasoned Trekkie or just getting into the franchise, this party is
designed for teens and adults to have fun embracing Star Trek fandom together. Celebrate First
Contact with us at the library! Costumes are welcome but not required.
Another event occurring at the library is a book signing for Kevin McPeters’ first book called
Union: Origins. Stop by the library on Saturday, April 6 th , from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to have a copy
signed and meet the author. Union: Origins is an exciting fantasy novel. When a disguised evil
threatens Cirran, the capital of the Western Kingdoms, Garrack Raynor is compelled into action to
save his beloved city. A commoner blacksmith whose preference is solitude, Raynor must
accept the assistance and skills of his Union while navigating complex family dynamics and new
relationships. Their journey sends them on an escalating series of trials plagued with continual
challenges and decisions that will determine the fate of their city and the way of life as they have
always known. You can purchase a copy of the book beforehand, ensuring that you will have a
copy ready for signing, or you can purchase one at the book signing event. Don’t miss this chance to get a personalized copy and discuss the fantastic world McPeters has created with the
author himself!