Author: Bellisario, Donald P., creator. McGill, Don, creator. Harmon, Mark, 1951- actor. McCallum, David, 1933- actor. Murray, Sean, 1977- actor.
Published: 2020
Call Number: NCIS SEASON 17 DISC 1-2
Format: Video disc
Summary: Who is the deadly terrorist known only as "Sahar," and where will they strike next? Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs and second-in-command Senior Special Agent Timothy McGee race against time to identify, locate and neutralize Sahar and save countless lives, including their own. NCIS takes on some of the most intense cases of their careers along the way, from murdered Marines and attacks at Arlington National Cemetery to crashed fighter jets and secrets that threaten to tear their team apart.
Author: D'Arcy, James, 1975- film director, screenwriter. Cross, Pippa, film producer. Tipper-Hale, Sam, film producer. Belcher, Alex, 1988- composer. Neeson, Liam, actor.
Published: 2020
Call Number: MADE
Format: Video disc
Summary: A heartwarming father-son story set in glorious Tuscany about bohemian London artist Robert, who returns to Italy with his estranged son Jack to make a quick sale of the house they inherited from his late wife. Neither expects to find the once beautiful villa in such a state of disrepair. Renovations go badly, with father and son soon finding themselves at odds. Robert's comical lack of DIY experience leads him to seek help from some colorful locals.
Author: Perry, Tyler, screenwriter, film producer, film director, actor. Jackson, Janet, 1966- actor. Devine, Loretta, actor. Ealy, Michael, actor. Elise, Kimberly, 1971- actor.
Published: 2019
Call Number: BINGEBOX TYLER
Format: Video disc
Summary: A collection of DVDs all gathered into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night. Titles include: For colored girls ; A Madea family funeral ; Acrimony ; I can do bad all by myself ; Madea goes to jail ; Diary of a mad black woman. For colored girls (2010): A vibrant world where friends and strangers dream, fear, cry, love, and laugh out loud in an attempt to find their true selves. Adapted from Ntozake Shange's acclaimed choreopoem, this gripping film paints an unforgettable portrait of what it means to be a woman of color in the modern world. A Madea family funeral (2019) : Madea and her family head out to a family reunion, but the trip becomes a nightmare when the party suddenly turns into a funeral and threatens to reveal sordid family secrets. Only Madea can bring the entire family together and save the day in her own special way. Acrimony (2018): A faithful wife tired of standing by her devious husband is enraged when it becomes clear she has been betrayed. I can do bad all by myself (2009): After Madea catches some children looting her home, she turns them over to their Aunt April, a nightclub singer who wants nothing to do with her late sister's kids. The hard-living singer discovers the importance of family with the help of a handsome Mexican immigrant.
Author: Hanks, Tom, actor. Hunt, Helen, 1963- actor. Searcy, Nick, actor. Abdi, Barkhad, actor. Harris, Ed, 1950- actor.
Published: 2019
Call Number: BINGEBOX NEVER
Format: Video disc
Summary: A collection of DVDs featuring four Tom Hanks films into one "binge box" for a spectacular movie night. Cast away: A Fed-Ex systems engineer crash lands on a deserted island and must make both physical and emotional changes in order to survive, Captain Phillips: Based on the true story of the first American cargo ship to be hijacked in over two hundred years, this movie follows Captain Richard Phillips and the US - flagged MV Maersk Alabama as it is hijacked by Somali pirates. Apollo 13: This big picture reenactment of the 1970 Apollo lunar mission follows astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haise, and Jack Swigert as they fight a desperate battle to survive after being stranded 205,000 miles from the Earth in a crippled spacecraft. Sully: On Thursday, January 15th, 2009, the world witnessed the 'Miracle on the Hudson' when Captain Chesley Sullenberger glided his disabled plane onto the frigid waters of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 aboard. However, even as Sully was being heralded by the public and the media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation was unfolding that threatened to destroy his reputation and his career.
Author: Brandt, Michael, 1968- creator. Haas, Derek, 1970- creator. Spencer, Jesse, 1979- actor. Kinney, Taylor, 1981- actor. Killmer, Kara, actor.
Published: 2019
Call Number: TV SERIES CHICAGO SEASON 7 DISC 1-2
Format: Video disc
Summary: The hit series continues to follow the firefighters, rescue squad and paramedics of Chicago Firehouse 51 as they put their lives on the line to save lives and protect their great city. Captain Matthew Casey resumes command of the truck company while Lt. Kelly Serveride heads the rescue squad. Major changes are in store for Firehouse 51 with the departure of a beloved member of the crew and the addition of someone new who struggles to acclimate to life within the tightknit firehouse family.
Author: Williams, Guy, 1924-1989, actor. Lockhart, June, 1925- actor. Harris, Jonathan, 1914-2002, actor. Goddard, Mark, 1936- actor. Kristen, Marta, 1945- actor.
Published: 2019 1965
Call Number: TV LOST SEASON 1 DISCS 1-3
Format: Video disc
Summary: Follow the heart-racing, cliff-hanging adventures of John Robinson and his family aboard the Jupiter 2, along with Robot B-9 and the delightfully devious Dr. Zachary Smith.
Author: Williams, Guy, 1924-1989, actor. Lockhart, June, 1925- actor. Goddard, Mark, 1936- actor. Kristen, Marta, 1945- actor. Mumy, Billy, 1954- actor.
Published: 2019 1967
Call Number: TV LOST SEASON 3 DISCS 1-3
Format: Video disc
Summary: The timeless journey of Irwin Allen's Lost In Space follows the heart-racing, cliff-hanging adventures of Prof. John Robinson and his family aboard the Jupiter 2, along with Robot B9 and the delightfully devious Dr. Zachary Smith.
Author: Williams, Guy, 1924-1989, actor. Lockhart, June, 1925- actor. Harris, Jonathan, 1914-2002, actor. Goddard, Mark, 1936- actor. Kristen, Marta, 1945- actor.
Published: 2019 1966
Call Number: TV LOST SEASON 2 DISCS 1-3
Format: Video disc
Summary: Follow the heart-racing, cliff-hanging adventures of John Robinson and his family aboard the Jupiter 2, along with Robot B-9 and the delightfully devious Dr. Zachary Smith.
Author: Sweeney, Alison, 1976- actor. Mathison, Cameron, 1969- actor. Niven, Barbara, actor. Durupt, Lisa, actor. Hogan, Gabriel, actor.
Published: 2018 2017
Call Number: MURDER
Format: Video disc
Summary: Free-spirited cookie baker Hannah (Sweeney) Swensen jumps in to help handsome detective Mike Kingston track down culprits and uncover mysteries in Lake Eden, Minnesota.
Author: Tahir, Sabaa, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: Y TAHIR
Format: Books
Summary: "Laia, Elias, and Helene must risk everything to defeat their foes--both human and supernatural--and prevent the coming of an otherworldly maelstrom"-- Prepare for the jaw-dropping finale of Sabaa Tahir's beloved New York Times bestselling An Ember in the Ashes fantasy series, and discover: Who will survive the storm? Picking up just a few months after A Reaper at the Gates left off... The long-imprisoned jinn are on the attack, wreaking bloody havoc in villages and cities alike. But for the Nightbringer, vengeance on his human foes is just the beginning. By his side, Commandant Keris Veturia declares herself Empress, and calls for the heads of any and all who defy her rule. At the top of the list? The Blood Shrike and her remaining family. Laia of Serra, now allied with the Blood Shrike, struggles to recover from the loss of the two people most important to her. Determined to stop the approaching apocalypse, she throws herself into the destruction of the Nightbringer. In the process, she awakens an ancient power that could lead her to victory--or to an unimaginable doom. And deep in the Waiting Place, the Soul Catcher seeks only to forget the life--and love--he left behind. Yet doing so means ignoring the trail of murder left by the Nightbringer and his jinn. To uphold his oath and protect the human world from the supernatural, the Soul Catcher must look beyond the borders of his own land. He must take on a mission that could save--or destroy--all that he knows.
Author: Gong, Chloe, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: Y GONG
Format: Books
Summary: Perfect for fans of The Last Magician and Descendant of the Crane, this heart-stopping debut is an imaginative Romeo and Juliet retelling set in 1920s Shanghai, with rival gangs and a monster in the depths of the Huangpu River. The year is 1926, and Shanghai hums to the tune of debauchery. A blood feud between two gangs runs the streets red, leaving the city helpless in the grip of chaos. At the heart of it all is eighteen-year-old Juliette Cai, a former flapper who has returned to assume her role as the proud heir of the Scarlet Gang--a network of criminals far above the law. Their only rivals in power are the White Flowers, who have fought the Scarlets for generations. And behind every move is their heir, Roma Montagov, Juliette's first love...and first betrayal. But when gangsters on both sides show signs of instability culminating in clawing their own throats out, the people start to whisper. Of a contagion, a madness. Of a monster in the shadows. As the deaths stack up, Juliette and Roma must set their guns--and grudges--aside and work together, for if they can't stop this mayhem, then there will be no city left for either to rule..--
Author: Schellman, Katharine, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: F SCHELLMA
Format: Books
Summary: "London 1815. Though newly-widowed Lily Adler is returning to a society that frowns on independent women, she is determined to create a meaningful life for herself even without a husband. She's no stranger to the glittering world of London's upper crust. At a ball thrown by her oldest friend, Lady Walter, she expects the scandal, gossip, and secrets. What she doesn't expect is the dead body in Lady Walter's garden. Lily overheard the man just minutes before he was shot: young, desperate, and attempting blackmail. But she's willing to leave the matter to the local constables--until Lord Walter bribes the investigating magistrate to drop the case. Stunned and confused, Lily realizes she's the only one with the key to catching the killer. Aided by a roguish navy captain and a mysterious heiress from the West Indies, Lily sets out to discover whether her friend's husband is mixed up in blackmail and murder. The unlikely team tries to conceal their investigation behind the whirl of London's social season, but the dead man knew secrets about people with power."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Hegseth, Pete, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: 355 HEGSETH
Format: Books
Summary: From Fox & Friends Weekend cohost Pete Hegseth comes a collection of stories from fifteen of America's greatest heroes--highly decorated Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, marines, Purple Heart recipients, combat pilots, a Medal of Honor recipient, and more--based on Fox Nation's show of the same name.
Author: Greene, Grace, author.
Published: 2020 2019
Call Number: LP F GREENE
Format: Large print
Summary: "Kara Hart suffered overwhelming heartache when she lost her mother and husband, and her father's sudden death might be the blow that breaks her -- unless she turns her grief into purpose. She'll finish renovating his Victorian mansion in rural Virginia, but with her own twist. She'll turn the old house into a creative retreat for artists and writers. Kara has never tackled a project this big alone, and she's not ready to open her heart to others for help. But the locals open their hearts to her -- including two who have the potential to be more than friends. She tells herself she doesn't need romance or distractions, but maybe that's exactly what she needs. When her former best friend reenters Kara's life, it could be the distraction that finally destroys her -- or heals her. The tragedies in Kara's life have damaged her self-confidence, but she presses forward, gradually lowering her protective walls and allowing others in little by little. Will bringing Wildflower House back to life and freeing her own creative spirit also allow her to open her heart to hope and happiness -- and maybe even love?"--
Author: Cornwell, Bernard, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: F CORNWELL
Format: Books
Summary: "The final installment in Bernard Cornwell's bestselling Saxon Tales series, chronicling the epic story of the making of England. England is under attack. Chaos reigns. Northumbria, the last kingdom, is threatened by armies from all sides, by land and sea, and only one man stands in their way. Torn between loyalty and sworn oaths, the warrior king Lord Uhtred of Bebbanburg faces his greatest ever battle--and prepares for his ultimate fate"--
Author: McCall Smith, Alexander, 1948- author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: F MCCALLSM
Format: Books
Summary: "The next book in the perennially adored No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series sees Precious Ramotswe calling upon all her maternal instincts when she's faced with a two-ton case. They say it takes a village to raise a child, but can Mma Ramotswe and the rest of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency come together to raise a pipsqueak pachyderm? We may find out in this novel. We may not. Who can say?"-- Precious Ramotswe loves her dependable old van. When Charlie borrows the beloved vehicle he returns it damaged. And, to make matters worse, the interior seems to have acquired an earthy smell that even Precious can't identify. Meanwhile a distant relative, Blessing, asks for help with an ailing cousin. The help requested is of a distinctly pecuniary nature, which makes both Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni and Mma Makutsi suspicious. And there is no peace at home, either, as the new neighbors are airing their marital grievances rather loudly. -- adapted from jacket
Author: Loades, Greg, author. Hepworth, Neil, photographer.
Published: 2020
Call Number: 635
Format: Books
Summary: This design-forward guide teaches gardeners how to blend the best aspects of two important styles: the traditional cottage garden and the New Perennial movement. Loades presents a fusions of classic cottage style and the new perennial movement, and teaches gardeners how to combine the best of both styles. Big, colorful blooms and striking grasses and native plants can be fitted into one beautiful space that requires little maintenance and has a long season of interest. He offers fresh planting ideas for containers, small gardens, and diverse climates, creating an exciting style that can shine anywhere. -- adapted from back cover
Author: Mayes, Rosie (Food writer), author. Kartes, Danielle, photographer (expression) Kartes, Michael, photographer (expression)
Published: 2020
Call Number: 641.59 MAYES
Format: Books
Summary: "This book contains more than 125 recipes, including soul food standards, classics with creative twists and even a few lightened up recipes"-- Soul food favorites comes to life, as Mayes shares the secrets of mouthwatering southern classics, all using easy-to-find ingredients. Though she was born and raised in Seattle, Mayes' cooking is firmly rooted in the traditions of her maternal grandparents from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The recipes were never written down until she started recording these delicious Southern, Creole, and Cajun recipes-- with a few seafood-centric dishes from the Pacific Northwest. -- adapted from front flap and Introduction.
Author: Cameron, Marc, author. Clancy, Tom, 1947-2013, creator.
Published: 2020
Call Number: LP F CAMERON
Format: Large print
Summary: Aboard an icebreaker in the Arctic Ocean a sonar operator hears an unusual noise coming from the ocean floor. She can't isolate it and chalks the event up to an anomaly in a newly installed system. Meanwhile, operatives with the Chinese Ministry of State Security are dealing with their own mystery - the disappearance of brilliant but eccentric scientist, Liu Wangshu. They're desperate to keep his crucial knowledge of aerospace and naval technology out of their rivals' hands. Finding Liu is too great an opportunity for any intelligence service to pass up, but there's one more problem. A high-level Chinese mole, codenamed Surveyor, has managed to infiltrate American Intelligence. President Jack Ryan has only one choice: send John Clark and his Campus team deep into China to find an old graduate student of the professor's who may hold the key to his whereabouts. It's a dangerous gamble, but with John Clark holding the cards, Jack Ryan is all in.
Author: McCall, Bruce, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: B MCCALL
Format: Books
Summary: "The definitive memoir of the celebrated New Yorker cartoonist and former Saturday Night Live writer, tracing his journey from rural Ontario to New York City success. From snowbound, post-World War II Ontario winters to Mad Men-era New York City to the hallowed halls of Saturday Night Live and The New Yorker, Bruce McCall has seen it all. With wit, candor, and cover illustrations showcasing Bruce's storied career, this lifetime and career memoir will charm his many fans and anyone who knows and loves the places and eras he describes so well"--
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