I’m one of those people who can be a bit of a reading snob. I try to select books that are challenging, thought provoking, and introduce me to worlds I know nothing about. Geez, that all sounds very high-minded, but honestly, sometimes you just need a beach read. When the world has gone sideways, I…
What Are You Reading? Lawrence Book Clubs Tell All
I’m always intrigued to find out what book clubs around Lawrence are reading, both out of curiosity as well as a selfish desire to build my own reading list. From books that offer classic comedy, to a tale about traveling giraffes, to a horror novel featuring a murderous telepathic pig, our local book club friends…
Book Clubbing During COVID
I recently tripped across an online report Book Clubs in Lockdown, that provides the results of a survey of 3,400+ book club members throughout the United States. It explores how book clubs are responding and adapting to the events of 2020, and what it means for the future. Its findings show that three-quarters of book…
My Bright Spot
It’s hard not to declare 2020 as a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad year. From the pandemic to politics, it has been one for the dumpster. And with a month still to go, I’m ready to say, “That’s a wrap!” But in this most dismal of times, there have been many bright spots. Among…
You Are the Difference
Where did the year go? As 2019 begins to wrap up, we owe a huge and hearty THANK YOU to all of you who have stepped up and supported Lawrence Public Library...
Thanks & Giving
Do you ever feel like the world’s gone mad? All the bad news and angry people out there can sure take their toll. That’s why Thanksgiving is such a wonderful break from it all. Who doesn’t love a holiday that is all about food and gratitude? At Lawrence Public Library, we are grateful for YOU…
Choose Kind @ Your Library
February and March are Read Across Lawrence months at Lawrence Public Library. The goal is to get everyone in the community on the same page by reading the same book at the same time; this year, we tried a grand experiment: one book for all ages. Wonder by RJ Palacio was the perfect choice. Its…
1 - 7 of 7
