Grief and Celebration of a Life Well Lived
The past couple of years have felt like one long season of global grief. While grappling with personal sorrows, we have also been immersed in news of heartbreaking national and global events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic deaths, the Uvalde mass shooting and other mass shootings, and atrocities committed in the war in Ukraine. The […]
Autumn is in the Air at CDPL
Happy Fall! Happy Autumnal Equinox! September 21st or 22nd, depending on where one is in the world, fall starts on one of these two dates. Autumn comes from Latin for “aequi”, which means equal, and “nox” meaning night; day and night are equal. The equinox represents the passing of summer into fall, as the sun […]
Learn about Banned Books at CDPL
The Crawfordsville District Public Library would like to bring attention to books that have been banned, burned, challenged, or denied during international Banned Book Week, September 18-24. We will have several options on display for the whole month and information about why these books caused controversy. Throughout history, various groups of power have had little […]
Kinship with Animals-Natasha Vidger’s Exhibit
The Mary Bishop Memorial Gallery at the Crawfordsville District Public Library would like to invite the public to view a new exhibit by the nationally recognized artist, Natasha Vidger. Her work will be on display through the end of September during the library’s regular hours of operation. A limited number of Vidger’s paintings will be […]
Lasso a Library Card in September
During the month of September, we’re celebrating National Library Card Sign-Up Month at CDPL! We encourage all of our Union township readers to “lasso a library card and find your superpower at CDPL!” Aside from the normally super strong offerings we make available to library-card holders, this month new cardholders will have the opportunity to […]
Book to Screen: Bullet Train
Did you know that the new blockbuster Bullet Train is based on a book we have at the library? Like the new movie, the book is filled with non-stop action and humor. If you are looking for a read that is a wild ride, this is one you should check out! *** Satoshi—The Prince—looks like […]
1920s Glitz & Glamour
The 1920s were a unique decade. Known for dazzling parties, it was also marked by dramatic social change and ushered in an era of literary excellence. So, It’s no surprise that this decade inspires writers even to this day to set fabulous tales in the roaring 20s. Non-Fiction Flappers: Six Women of a Dangerous Generation […]
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