Library News: October 19th, 2023
This week, two new non-fiction books are in focus:
Why We Need to Be Wild: One Woman's Quest for Ancient Human Answers to 21st Century Problems by Jessica Carew Kraft. An urban wife and mother of two, the author was firmly entrenched in the modern world, complete with a high-powered tech career. She had a sneaking suspicion though that her lifestyle was preventing her and her family from truly thriving. Determined to find a better way, Jessica left her job and embarked on a journey to learn about 'rewilding'' from people who reject the comforts and conveniences of civilization by using ancient tools and skills to survive. Along the way, she learned how to turn sticks into fire, stones into axes, and bones into tools for harvesting wild food. She also found an entire community walking the path back from our technology-focused, anxiety-ridden way of life to a simpler, more human experience. Jessica's deep research and reporting along with her own personal journey in this book reveal the remarkable story of the potential benefits rewilding has for us and our planet and answers questions about what it truly means to be a human in today's world. This is a thought-provoking, unforgettable narrative that illuminates how we survived in the past, how we live now, and how each of us can choose to thrive in the years ahead.
The Mutt for Me: A Beautiful Transformation from Project Dog to Man's Best Friend by Don Hughes. The author volunteered at a local animal shelter but had never had a dog of his own, so he was not really prepared for what it would mean to adopt one of the most behaviorally challenging rescues in the shelter—a mutt called Barbie that everyone else had given up on. Barbie was fearful and unresponsive and was within 5 days of being put down when Don opted to open his home and his heart for the first time to a canine companion. His decision would change both of their lives forever. The book follows the many misadventures of Don and Barbie on their journey of growth and healing. The reader will see Barbie transform from the terrified, despondent recluse she was in the rescue to the lively and almost always well-behaved dog that she is today. Hughes is a first-time dog owner and in need of significant behavioral development himself, but he shows that with enough love, patience, and dedication, anyone can provide a home to a rescue animal. This book is a heartwarming story about how our pets have the capacity to transform and heal us as much as we can do this for them.
Upcoming events:
Yoga with Dave Sivley, October 9 - Nov 27, Mondays at 6:30 PM. Bring your mat, water and a towel along with $5.00 per session payable to Dave.
Preschool Story Hour, Wednesdays 10:15 AM. Stories, music, movement & crafts for ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Game Night AND Movies & Popcorn, October 25th, November 29th, the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. We'll have fresh popcorn and a movie during game night! All ages are welcome!
First Thursday Book Club 2023, November 2, 2023, 12 NOON-1 PM. Join others to chat about what you have been reading or to get suggestions from others.
Food Forests - Permaculture Design & Implementation. Thursday, October 19th at 6 PM. Presented by farmer & chef, Austin Kane from Huss Project/CINO.
The Composition of Compost, Thursday, Oct 26th at 4 PM. Abby David from Huss Project/CINO will bring unique nature and gardening activities for students in 5-8 grades. Snacks will be provided!
Crochet Class, instructed by Korinne New. Bring 1 skein #4 medium weight yarn (lighter color is recommended for visibility), crochet hook size 5 or 5.5 mm, scissors. Thursdays, October 19th-November 9th at 6:00 PM.
Lego at the Library, Fridays 3:00-4:30 PM. Build & create with our Lego & Duplo collections! All ages are welcome (but parents are responsible for preventing choking risks for small children)! Donations of gently-used Legos will be greatly appreciated!
Halloween, October 31st! Enter the children's area from the ramp on Main St for a fun (NOT frightful) celebration with treats, popcorn & a coloring contest! Enter the main library from Burney St if you dare to attend our undead prom. Zombies, ghosts & more are back from beyond the grave to attend THE event of the season! Hours of Halloween at the library will match the village trick or treat hours! We are in need of volunteers & donations of individually wrapped candy & prizes!