Author: Renkl, Margaret, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 814.6
Format: Books
Summary: "From New York Times contributing opinion writer and author of Late Migrations Margaret Renkl, a selection of her beloved weekly essays presenting a multifaceted view of the contemporary American South"-- For the last four years Renkl's writing has offered readers of the New York Times a weekly dose of natural beauty, human decency, and persistent hope from her home in Nashville. This collection of her essays provide a patchwork quilt of the complexities of her homeland, demonstrating along the way how much more there is to this tangled region than many people understand. As she highlights people who are fighting for a better future of the region, Renkl's book is full of gifts for Southerners and non-Southerners alike.--
Author: Cross, J. Allen, 1992- author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 133.4
Format: Books
Summary: "This book focuses on the blend of American and Mexican folk magic currently being used by those living in the US but whose roots are in the Mexican culture. This type of Mexican-American folk magic contains its own unique saints and spirits, as well as the more familiar, such as the infamous Santa Muerte. It is extremely similar to Conjure traditions of the American south and, in fact, shares a lot of crossover, demonstrating how these traditions have influenced one another"--
Author: Blackstock, Terri, 1957- author.
Published: 2020 2012
Call Number: F BLACKSTO
Format: Books
Summary: When Emily Covington's past as a drug addict catches up to her, she is framed for a murder she did not commit, and must identify the killer to clear her name and protect her family. Emily Covington has turned her life around after a drug addiction, but her family still has trouble trusting her. Though Emily has committed herself to a year-long treatment program and has been sober for almost a year beyond that, even her mother walks on eggshells around her, fearing she'll relapse. After her behavior during her drug years, Emily realizes she has a lot to prove. When police discover a homemade bomb under Emily's car, and she then learns the wife of one of her friends was murdered that same morning, she knows things are deadly serious. But who wants her dead? A conversation she had with two men, an Alfred Hitchcock movie, and a plan for a double murder all conspire for one explosive ride...and Emily is the only one who can identify the killer and save the life of the next potential victim. But will anyone believe her? As she frantically works to solve this ever more complicated puzzle and convince the authorities of the truth, Emily finds the focus of the investigation turned back on her. She's played right into the killer's hands...and he won't stop until more lives are destroyed.
Author: Blackstock, Terri, 1957- author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: F BLACKSTO
Format: Books
Summary: When fifteen-year-old Lance Covington finds an abandoned baby in the backseat of a car, he knows she's the newborn daughter of a meth addict he's been trying to help. But when police arrest him for kidnapping, Lance is thrust into a criminal world of baby trafficking and drug abuse. His mother, Barbara, looks for help from Kent Harlan--the man whom she secretly, reluctantly loves and who once helped rescue her daughter from a mess of her own. Kent flies to her aid and begins the impossible work of getting Lance out of trouble, protecting a baby who has no home, and finding help for a teenage mother hiding behind her lies. In this latest novel of suspense and family loyalty, bestselling author Terri Blackstock offers a harrowing look at drug addiction, human trafficking, and the devastating choices that can change lives forever.
Author: Merska, Karolina, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: 731.55
Format: Books
Summary: "In this practical book, learn how to make beautiful, folk mobiles--also known as 'pajaki'--to decorate your home or event space in show-stopping style. In this practical book Polish artist Karolina Merska demonstrates everything you need to know to master making these beautiful mobiles. From the traditional to the contemporary, there are projects for every interior and skill level with step-by-step instructions throughout. Karolina shows you how you can make pajaki with simple materials, including rye or paper straws, yarn and even fresh flowers. These striking chandeliers make perfect decorations for weddings, parties or nurseries. Combining history, heritage, time-honored techniques and bright modern designs, you'll fall in love with making mobiles."--
Author: Desmond, Matthew, author.
Published: 2016
Call Number: 339.46
Format: Books
Summary: "In this brilliant, heartbreaking book, Matthew Desmond takes us into the poorest neighborhoods of Milwaukee to tell the story of eight families on the edge. Arleen is a single mother trying to raise her two sons on the 20 dollars a month she has left after paying for their rundown apartment. Scott is a gentle nurse consumed by a heroin addiction. Lamar, a man with no legs and a neighborhood full of boys to look after, tries to work his way out of debt. Vanetta participates in a botched stickup after her hours are cut. All are spending almost everything they have on rent, and all have fallen behind. The fates of these families are in the hands of two landlords: Sherrena Tarver, a former schoolteacher turned inner-city entrepreneur, and Tobin Charney, who runs one of the worst trailer parks in Milwaukee. They loathe some of their tenants and are fond of others, but as Sherrena puts it, "Love don't pay the bills." She moves to evict Arleen and her boys a few days before Christmas. Even in the most desolate areas of American cities, evictions used to be rare. But today, most poor renting families are spending more than half of their income on housing, and eviction has become ordinary, especially for single mothers. In vivid, intimate prose, Desmond provides a ground-level view of one of the most urgent issues facing America today. As we see families forced into shelters, squalid apartments, or more dangerous neighborhoods, we bear witness to the human cost of America's vast inequality ; and to people's determination and intelligence in the face of hardship"--Jacket.
Author: Reid, Taylor Jenkins.
Published: 2013
Call Number: F REID
Format: Books
Summary: Have you ever heard of supernovas? They shine brighter than anything else in the sky and then fade out really quickly, a short burst of extraordinary energy. I like to think you and Ben were like that in that short time, you had more passion than some people have in a lifetime. Elsie Porter is an average twenty something and yet what happens to her is anything but ordinary. On a rainy New Year's Day, she heads out to pick up a pizza for one. She isn't expecting to see anyone else in the shop, much less the adorable and charming Ben Ross. Their chemistry is instant and electric. Ben cannot even wait twenty-four hours before asking to see her again. Within weeks, the two are head over heels in love. By May, they've eloped. Only nine days later, Ben is out riding his bike when he is hit by a truck and killed on impact. Elsie hears the sirens outside her apartment, but by the time she gets downstairs, he has already been whisked off to the emergency room. At the hospital, she must face Susan, the mother-in-law she has never met-and who doesn't even know Elsie exists. Interweaving Elsie and Ben's charmed romance with Elsie and Susan's healing process. Forever, Interrupted will remind you that there's more than one way to find a happy ending.
Author: Christie, Agatha, 1890-1976, author.
Published: 2007 1940
Call Number: F CHRISTIE
Format: Books
Summary: Beautiful, young Elinor Carlisle stands serenely in the dock accused of the murder of Mary Gerrard, her rival in love. The evidence is damning: only Elinor had the motive, the opportunity and the means to administer the fatal poison. Yet, inside the hostile courtroom, one man still presumes Elinor is innocent until proven guilty; Hercule Poirot is all that stands between Elinor and the gallows...
Author: Ólafur Jóhann Ólafsson.
Published: 2001 2000
Call Number: F OLAFSSON
Format: Books
Summary: "For years Disa Jonsdottir has lived in the English countryside, managing an inn with her companion, Anthony. Compelled by the demands of time to revisit the village of her childhood, she departs England for her native Iceland. Along the way memories surface--of the silence that grew to mark her relationship with her mother, of the disturbing fate of her German-Jewish lover, of the deeply conflicted feelings surrounding the pivotal encounter she had while working as a cook in a wealthy household"--Back cover.
Open to ages 13 and older. Registration required. Bring your creative ideas to our monthly DIY and take home a decorative keepsake. All materials and light snacks will be provided. Masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellation
April - Make your own Scented Candle May - Mother's Day Craft (DIY Scented Bath Bombs) June - Father's Day Craft (Scrabble Tile Coasters)July - Mason Jar LanternsAugust - Decorative Wall Hangings made with Yarn
Open to adults and interested teens and children, ages 8 & older.
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Do you love chess? Have you always wanted to learn?
Our chess club is for all ages and levels of experience. Feel free to bring your own chess board or use one of ours. Guardians must remain present. Face masks are optional, however, social distancing guidelines are still
in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Open to kids ages 3-6. Kids and their special someone can stop in for an easy Mother's Day craft and stories, followed by a snack. We ask that guardians remain present during this event. Face masks are optional, however, social distancing guidelines are still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellation. Please advise library staff of any food allergies.
Open to all. Registration required. Come in from the cold and enjoy an afternoon movie with us. Stop by or call for the movie title of the week. Food and drink are not permitted. Children aged 9 and under must be accompanied by a guardian. All programs are subject to change or cancellation. Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect.
Open to adults. Registration required. Enjoy tea and treats with us while learning the art of flower arranging. All supplies provided. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Open to ages 5 and older. Registration required. Come meet up with other LEGO enthusiasts and build your own LEGO creations. All materials provided. Guardians must remain with children 9 and under. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to everyone. You don’t need to go to a galaxy far, far away to celebrate May the Fourth. Stop in at the Mays Landing branch to make a set of Yoda ears or Leia buns and craft a glow stick lightsaber. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation.
Open to ages 12-36 months. Registration required. Each week will feature a different toddler-friendly theme and exciting stories. We ask that guardians remain present during the activity. Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to adults. Registration required. Each appointment will be one hour. Mouse & keyboarding skills required. Topics include: set up an email account, create a resume, basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), connect to Social Media (Facebook, Messenger, Zoom). Let us help you with one-on-one attention. Face masks are optional.
Open to adults. Registration required. Are you a social butterfly who enjoys the arts and crafts?
Each week we'll share theme-inspired coloring pages, puzzles, paintings and simple crafts, great for keeping your brain and motor skills alert.
Supplies provided.
Open to all ages. Registration required. Songs, stories, and oh so much fun! We ask that guardians please remain present with children age 9 and under during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
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