April Staff Picks

Ready to spring into a good book? The staff at Crawfordsville District Public Library have some wonderful recommendations to check out. Brenda enjoyed the feel-good story “Eddie Winston is Looking for Love” by Marianne Cronin (FIC Cronin): “A funny uplifting story about the power of friendship and finding love in unexpected places. Eddie is a […]

Spring into Fashion at CDPL

In today’s world, would you rather be a trend follower, or a trend setter? Our clothing has transformed from functional, class-based necessities to a multitrillion dollar business driven by technology, social media, and perceived identities. Merchants use nearly 25% of their budget on push marketing, which is an industry-based strategy that thrives on our collective […]

Who is She

To celebrate Women’s History Month, the library has a second-floor display highlighting women who challenged expectations and helped shape the world we know today. These stories feature scientists, activists, and journalists whose determination and courage opened doors for future generations. Whether you are interested in history, science, or the arts, this display offers a diverse […]

Traveling Through Time

Although it’s hard to imagine when the cold weather persists, spring really is around the corner. I have an idea if you’re wondering how to pass the time while it’s still cold and rainy – time travel! Here at the Crawfordsville District Public Library, we have all the books, movies, and TV series on our […]

March Staff Picks

If your to-read pile is dwindling and you are in search of some recommendations, the staff at Crawfordsville District Public Library always have reading ideas! Mary suggests checking out a couple of good mysteries. In the domestic thriller “The Replacement Wife” by Darby Kane (FIC Kane) the main character is convinced her brother-in-law is a […]

Black History Month

This February marks 100 years of Black History celebrations! What we now know as Black History Month was started by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the second Black American to receive a Ph.D. from Harvard and one of the founders of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). In 1926, he […]

What the Locals Know

Over the past year, our international neighborhood has been a topic of conversation. I explored the library’s collection to learn more about our international neighbors, their perspectives, and their regions. Discover what I learned and the excellent reading materials I found. Greenlanders live along the ice-free coast and reestablished the use of their language in […]

February Staff Picks

If the cold, snow, and ice have left you seeking a little comfort lately, the staff at Crawfordsville District Public Library have some great reading and viewing recommendations. Brenda says “Theo of Golden” by Allen Levi (FIC Levi) is “a heartwarming, incredibly written story about the power of kindness. It’s a book that stays with […]

January Staff Picks

Do you have reading goals for the new year? Whether you are hoping to carve out time to get through a book or two, or plan to dig into several, the staff at Crawfordsville District Public Library have recommendations each month to help you find some great reads. We also have movie and TV recommendations, […]

Holiday Cheer at the Library

As the season of twinkling lights and cozy evenings approaches, the library is welcoming winter with festive displays filled with heartwarming stories, creative craft guides, inspiring cookbooks, and cheerful holiday films. Whether you enjoy a lazy night in or something a little more hands-on, our holiday displays on the second floor offer something for everyone. […]

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