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. […]
Indigenous Voices
November is Native American Heritage Month. It is a time to recognize the history, traditions, and lasting impact of Indigenous peoples. On the library’s second floor, you will find a display of books by Native authors. Their stories highlight the strength of storytelling and invite readers to see the world in new ways. For the […]
November Staff Picks
As fall creeps closer to winter and the days get darker, it is the perfect time to stock up on some reading materials for the long nights. The staff at the Crawfordsville District Public Library have several great recommendations for you, which are currently on the first floor of the library and ready to check […]
Creature Feature!
This month, prepare yourself for a book display beyond your wildest nightmares. In the words of Edward Van Sloan from the iconic introduction to 1931’s “Frankenstein” (DVD FIC Fra), “I think it will thrill you. It may shock you. It might even horrify you. So, if any of you feel that you do not care […]
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