We offer an impressive collection of online databases that you can use to learn more about topics that interest you. To celebrate Mental Health Month, we’ll take a look at a few databases which can provide you with information on complimentary approaches to improving one’s mental and physical health. In order to showcase the variety…
Reaching the North Pole – April 6, 1909
After six unsuccessful attempts to mark their arrival to the North Pole, the exploratory team—composed of Robert Peary, Matthew Henson, Ootah, Seegloo, Ooqueah, and Egingwah—succeeded in their endeavor on April 6, 1909. Like many great achievements, however, this one too was mired in controversy. Why did any member of the team, let alone someone…
Get Crafting: Hobbies and Home Improvement
It’s National Crafting Month and to take part in the celebration of making and doing, we wanted to spotlight two great databases to help you get started with yo
Mardi Gras Beginnings
Since Mardi Gras is cancelled in Orleans and St Tammany Parish this year, it seemed to be a good idea to keep the festivities alive by learning a bit more about our shared tradition. As one might expect of a custom like Mardi Gras, its origins are rather hazy or, at least, more complicated than…
75th Anniversary of the End of World War 2
September 2, 2020, marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War 2.
Getting Cozy: More Than A Baker’s Dozen
Cozy mysteries full of scrumptious treats. Perfect for bakers and those that love a killer dessert.
Missing the Bachelorette? Books to Read after the Final Rose
Are you missing the Bachelor or Bachelorette? Or just discovering it through the greatest hits airing now. While most reality television program filming has been shut down due to the pandemic, you can get your romance fix with these books inspired by the hit show. All of the titles in the list borrow from the premise where a single bachelor or bachelorette dates twenty-plus suitors simultaneously in order to find their happily-ever-after.
Need a Good Meet Cute: Read a Rom-Com
There's nothing like a romantic comedy, and the genre has had a resurgence the last few years. Not on the screen but on the printed page...often with a fantastic cartoon cover.
Celebrate Library Week 2020 with an eBook or eAudiobook about Libraries
Library week is April 19-25, 2020! Even though we can't celebrate in the library, we can find the library at home with the library's ebook and eaudiobook apps, and these wonderful books about libraries and librarians.
Getting Cozy: Listen Up
While we are all stuck at home, it's the perfect time to listen to a new mystery or two. But there is nothing more frustrating than starting a new cozy mystery. So check out these complete series available as Hoopla audiobooks.
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