Library News: January 16th, 2025

New year, new you…or are you struggling to maintain your resolutions for 2025? Two new books at the library may be able to help: 

The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About by Mel Robbins. What if the key to happiness, success, and love was as simple as two words? If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem is the power you give to other people. Two simple words—Let Them—will set you free. Free from the opinions, drama, and judgments of others. Free from the exhausting cycle of trying to manage everything and everyone around you. The Let Them Theory puts the power to create a life you love back in your hands—and this book will show you exactly how to do it. Written as an easy-to-understand guide, Robbins shares relatable stories from her own life, highlights key takeaways, relevant research and introduces you to world-renowned experts in psychology, neuroscience, relationships, happiness, and ancient wisdom who champion The Let Them Theory every step of the way. Whether you want to advance your career, motivate others to change, take creative risks, find deeper connections, build better habits, start a new chapter, or simply create more happiness in your life and relationships, this book gives you the mindset and tools to unlock your full potential.

There's Food For That: The Top 100 Foods to Fight the Top 100 Diseases and Conditions in the United States by Mark J. Trudeau and Dr. Sadegh Arab. This bestselling book begins by identifying and ranking the most prevalent diseases and conditions in the U.S., a task that took nearly a year to complete. Following this, the authors meticulously reviewed medical journal articles and experimental studies to determine which foods positively or negatively impact these diseases. The result is a nonparametric ranking of the best foods to combat each disease. The book is structured for easy understanding, detailing each disease and the specific foods that can help fight it. Unlike general advice from nutritionists and doctors who often recommend "fruits and vegetables" without specifics, this guide provides precise information on which fruits and vegetables to consume for each condition.

Tuesdays:

Creative Social Circle, Tuesdays at 5 PM. Bring your own crafts or work with our craft supplies. We will have a sample project each week if you need inspiration on what to make.  Enjoy coffee, tea, and the company of other adults as you work.  Ages 15 and up are invited to attend.

Yoga with Dave Sivley, Tuesdays at 6 PM, January 14-February 18th. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, & a towel. $5 per class payable to Dave.

Wednesdays:

Support Group for Parents of Challenging Kids, the 2nd Wednesday of every month— February 12th at 9 AM Parenting isn’t easy. If you are feeling overwhelmed, join others to gain valuable support coping strategies and information about community resources.

Preschool Story Hour, Wednesdays at 11 AM. Join us for music, movement, stories & crafts intended for ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. 

Thursdays:

First Thursday Book Club, February 6th, 12 NOON-1 PM. Join others to chat about what you have been reading or to get suggestions from others.

Community Read: The Star in the Sycamore, January 16th at 6 PM. Author, Tom Springer will be at the library in person to present on his book and answer questions. Contact the library to borrow a copy to read in advance!

Fridays:

Lego at the Library, Fridays 3:00-4:30 PM. Build & create with our Lego & Duplo collections!  All ages are welcome!

Saturdays:

Tech Time, select Saturdays, January 18th, From 10AM-1PM. Are you struggling with your phone? Do you have trouble navigating the internet? Do you need help with mel.org, the Libby App or the Marcellus Library Catalog? Drop in the library to ask Justin your IT related questions and learn to navigate your device or our computers!

Cinema Saturday, January 18th at 11 AM. Join us as we watch TWO new movies! We will have 'Transformers One' (PG) playing down by the fireplace, and for the kiddos, 'The Wild Robot' (PG) will be going on up in the children's area! This is a FREE event for all ages and we will have fresh popcorn available!