Library News: November 7th, 2024
This week the library is featuring two new adult fiction books.
After Oz: A Novel by Gordon McAlpine. In 1896, a tornado destroys the Gale family farm in Kansas. Their daughter, 11-year-old Dorothy goes missing. The family is terrified that the worst has happened. But, four days later, Dorothy turns up unharmed, and the Gale family and the townspeople breathe a collective sigh of relief. This is short lived, however, because Dorothy relates her account of what happened during her absence. Dorothy describes a fantastical land and its magical inhabitants including a scarecrow, the tin man, the cowardly lion, a wizard, and the witch. Her descriptions are seen as delusional, pagan, and diabolical, and when a local spinster is found dead, connections are made between the evil which Dorothy claims to have defeated and the ill-tempered old crone who died. Incriminating evidence against Dorothy is thought to be found, and Dorothy is sentenced to the insane asylum. There, a psychologist interviews Dorothy and begins to wonder if Dorothy truly committed the crime or if something unbelievable has actually occurred.
Eight Nights to Win Her Heart by Miri White. Andie Williams is not looking forward to spending her first Chanukah alone after her father's death. To add insult to injury, she is also about to lose her job and the only prospect for another work opportunity is across the country. She could use some chutzpah to make it through the next eight nights alone. Leo Dentz has lived across the hall for Andie for years. He has a crush on Andie but has never had the courage to say anything. Then, Andie drops her grocery bags and Leo notices her drug store Chanukah candles. Leo steps out of his comfort zone and volunteers to join Andie on the first night of Chanukah and offers to share dinner with her. As Andie and Leo fall for each other one night at a time, and the clock ticks down on Andie's move, will the season of miracles light their way forward?
Upcoming Events at the Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library:
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. During October, we’ll be making Halloween “book witches” and in November, scarecrows using clear glass bottles. Please bring your own bottle! Enjoy coffee, tea, and the company of other adults as you work. Ages 15 and up are invited to attend.
Yoga at the Library, Tuesdays at 6 PM. $15 for the remaining 3 weeks in this session, payable to Instructor Dave Sivley. Tuesdays, October 1 - November 12th from 6-7 PM (No class on Election Day - November 5th).
Wednesdays:
Support Group for Parents of Challenging Kids, the 2nd Wednesday of every month— November 13th 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 (following the school calendar). Join us for music, movement, stories & crafts intended for ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Thursdays:
First Thursday Book Club, November 7th, 2024, 12 NOON-1 PM. Join others to chat about what you have been reading or to get suggestions from others.
Community Read- The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland. Thursday, November 21st, 2024, at 6:00 PM. Based on interviews with the passengers, the locals, and the airline crews, this book tells the true story of how the residents of Gander, Newfoundland welcomed 6,132 passengers who were diverted to their town during 9/11 and recounts the acts of kindness and generosity that the people of Gander showed to the stranded travelers. We’ll listen to the author, Jim DeFede, being interviewed and then join in a discussion about his book. Contact the library to request a copy to read before this discussion.
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, November 2nd, 9th, 16th, 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!
Screenplay Saturday, November 23rd at 11 AM. Down by the fireplace, we will be showing the movie, Come From Away (NR), which is the musical based on our community read book, 'The Day the World Came to an End'. In the children's area, we will be showing the movie, Despicable Me 4 (PG)! Come see what the newest member of the Gru family is up to! Fresh popcorn will be provided!