Self-Care Isn’t Selfish
Feeling the overload from work, school, or life in general? From grief to caregiving to college life to the more mystical, our new display on the second floor of the library has great resources for different forms of self-care. Sometimes grief can feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate. If you’re lost in that storm, check […]
Just One Word
Have you ever noticed how much a single word can say? One word has the power to spark curiosity, to hint at a mystery, or to make you want to know what story is hidden within. The library’s new display on the second floor, Just One Word, is devoted to books whose titles consist of […]
Animal Tales
Ahhhh, the dog days of summer are here, so let’s explore some great dog stories and mix in all the other animals you can think of, too. From heartfelt to scary to utterly ridiculous, there’s something for everyone in our new display on the second floor of the library! If you’re looking for a fun […]
Summer Boredom Busters
Stuck in a summer rut? July is Anti-Boredom month, and wow, does our new display on the second floor of the library have the boredom busters for you! From board games to new hobbies to supernatural fiction, this display has a little bit of everything for everyone. For some family fun, check out “Monopoly Deal” […]
Dig In!
Our Summer Reading Program has officially begun! We hope our community will make reading a habit, and to that end, we have issued a challenge: in the six weeks from May 26 to July 7, can you read at least 6 hours? This year, the kids and teens are getting “Buggy About Books”, but we […]
June Staff Picks
Summer Reading is in full swing at Crawfordsville District Public Library, and our staff have plenty of book recommendations for all ages to help you meet your reading goals! For our chapter book readers, our Children’s Librarian Karen recommends “Restart” (j FIC Kor) by bestselling author Gordon Korman. This is a great book on bullying […]
Pride Month
Now that the cold temps are finally in the rearview mirror, it’s time for some summer reading. Since our Summer Reading Program is in full swing, I thought it would be interesting to go with this year’s theme, “Unearth a Story,” for Pride as well. The Crawfordsville District Public Library has a large variety of […]
May Staff Picks
No matter what genre you love to read, the staff at Crawfordsville District Public Library have some wonderful book recommendations for you this month. Chris recommends the bestselling fantasy book: “Dungeon Crawler Carl” by Matt Dinniman (FIC Dinniman Dungeon v.1): “Amazing book if you like great world building.” If, like many readers, you fall in […]
Pulitzer Prize Winners
This month, our library invites readers to explore a new display celebrating Pulitzer Prize-winning fiction. These novels are known for their powerful storytelling, memorable characters, and lasting impact, offering something for every kind of reader. Whether you are discovering a classic for the first time or revisiting a favorite, this display is a great place […]
Financial Literacy Month
Today is the best day to start a new habit and a great way to celebrate Financial Literacy month. Most people do not enjoy discussing money matters or completing the endless tasks that accompany monthly budgeting. It’s easy to fall off the rails, but it can be even easier to get back on track with […]
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