Exploding pens and fluorescent foxes were just two of the schemes the O.S.S. tried in their quest to best Axis powers, according to a new book, “The Dirty Tricks Department.”
On the eve of Hollywood’s big, if diminished, night, two deeply researched books dig into the scandal-soaked history of the Academy Awards.
The uterus has been a site of medical, and moral, scrutiny for centuries. In her new book, “Womb,” the midwife Leah Hazard explains what we know about the uterus — and how much we’ve yet to discover.
The uterus has been a site of medical, and moral, scrutiny for centuries. In her new book, “Womb,” the midwife Leah Hazard explains what we know about the uterus — and how much we’ve yet to discover.
In Alice Winn’s debut novel, “In Memoriam,” two schoolboys hiding from their feelings for each other enlist in the military during World War I, where they find romance and catastrophe.
In Alice Winn’s debut novel, “In Memoriam,” two schoolboys hiding from their feelings for each other enlist in the military during World War I, where they find romance and catastrophe.
“Banzeiro Òkòtó,” by Eliane Brum, considers the devastating impacts of mass deforestation on Brazil and its people.
In Jacqueline Holland’s debut novel, “The God of Endings,” a preschool teacher with a terrible secret fights her most demonic craving for 150 years.
“Banzeiro Òkòtó,” by Eliane Brum, considers the devastating impacts of mass deforestation on Brazil and its people.
In Jacqueline Holland’s debut novel, “The God of Endings,” a preschool teacher with a terrible secret fights her most demonic craving for 150 years.
“River Spirit,” a novel by Leila Aboulela, follows an enslaved girl in a turbulent 19th-century Sudan.
“River Spirit,” a novel by Leila Aboulela, follows an enslaved girl in a turbulent 19th-century Sudan.
Suggested for ages 6-14. Registration required. Read a story to therapy dogs, Erin, Kody, Fritz, and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children. Guardians must remain with children 9 and under. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to teens. Registration required. Compete in a rousing game of family feud. Snacks served. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to ages 2-4. Registration required. The latest books & some old favorites will help introduce new vocabulary & reinforce learning.
Children & their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games & movement while building language & literacy skills.We ask that guardians please remain present with children under age 9 during the event.
Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
At La Jolla Playhouse, the musical adaptation of the novel and film has considerable appeal, but is weighed down by too many characters and themes.
Open to adults. Appointment required. Contact the library to schedule an appointment. Navigate the internet, learn to use e-mail, and/or Microsoft Word. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to children ages 3 1/2 - 5, siblings welcome. Registration
required. This interactive story hour includes stories, songs, finger
plays and a craft. Library story times are a fun way to help your child
develop skills they will need to be ready to read. Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to ages 2-4. Registration required. The latest books & some old favorites will help introduce new vocabulary & reinforce learning.
Children & their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games & movement while building language & literacy skills.We ask that guardians please remain present with children under age 9 during the event.
Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults. Registration required. Bring your current project to the library to discuss, practice and learn your craft with fellow knitters in a fun and welcoming environment. Checkout some knitting books for ideas. Bring your supplies.Face masks are optional, however, social distancing guidelines are still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
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