Agatha Christie was an English author known for her 66 detective novels and 14 short-story collections. Known as the "Queen of Crime," Agatha Christie remains the best-selling fiction author of all time, with over two billion books sold. Though she...
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Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Feb 19, 2026
Every February, communities across the United States celebrate Black History month: a time dedicated to honoring the achievements, contributions, and legacy of African Americans. At the library, this month is an invitation to explore powerful...
Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Dec 22, 2025
Every January, something very special happens in the literary world: a new group of books slips quietly into the public domain. In 2026, works published in 1930 will officially be free for everyone to read, share, adapt, and remix with no...
News, Adults, Kids, Personal Enrichment, Teen Jun 26, 2025
The American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibit is now open! Visit our main lobby and explore the full display, featuring interactive digital kiosks, display panels, compelling storytelling, and unique artifacts connecting audiences with the...
Adults, Personal Enrichment Mar 27, 2025
Ever wonder where your great-great-grandparents came from? Or maybe you’re on a mission to prove you’ve got a distant royal connection? No matter your reason for digging into your family tree, genealogy research can be exciting—and expensive. But...
Adults, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Nov 7, 2024
Veterans Day, celebrated annually on November 11th in the United States, is more than just a day off work or school—it’s a moment to express gratitude and respect for the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It’s a time when...
Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Oct 10, 2024
Ah, Halloween—one of the most exciting times of the year. It’s when kids (and adults, let’s be honest) get to dress up in costumes, binge on candy, and indulge in a bit of spookiness. But while we’re all familiar with the modern-day celebrations,...
Adults, Media, News, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Teen, Virtual Events Mar 28, 2022
Until 1972, sexual discrimination against women in college and university studies was legal. Women could be denied educational opportunities. Patsy Mink, Edith Green, Birch Bayh, Ted Stevens, and Richard Nixon changed that. Congresswomen Green and...
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