We wish you all a healthy and happy New Year. Enjoy this month's sudoku!
Cookie Bookies
Are you in the mood for some baking? Here are some great recent cookbooks focused on cookies.
Artist of the Month: December 2023 – Reba Saldanha
The historic mills of Lawrence have been repurposed and are revitalizing the city. Under their majestic facade lies a storied past. These mills are a point of civic pride for the city. Having stood for almost 200 years, they are a mainstay of our community. Perhaps as we look at this collection we can see ourselves as part of the greater community that surrounds these structures. We could try to understand our neighbor, instead of thinking we know them based on the language they speak or the clothes they wear. This understanding could lead to unity, and unity could lead to equality. From there, the possibilities are endless. Please visit my website to see more photos and purchase custom prints on metal.
December 2023 Book of the Month
With razor-sharp wit and clever storytelling, Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz is a riveting homage to classic whodunits and our pick for December's Book of the Month. This story demands a cup of tea, a cozy fire and a comfy chair, so come on in and get your copy while supplies last!
December 2023 Puzzle: Timeless Toys
Do you need help finding the perfect gift for someone? Our expert library staff is here to help! Fill out this short questionnaire and let us know a little about the person you’re shopping for. In a few days, we’ll email you a short list of 3 to 5 books, music CDs and/or movies (whichever you prefer) that we think will be a good fit. Happy Holidays!
Indigenous Authors
November is Native American Heritage Month, which makes it a particularly great time to check out these recent books by indigenous authors.
Books For Fans of Lessons in Chemistry
Are you a fan of Bonnie Garmus's hit novel Lessons In Chemistry, and/or the TV adaptation? (If you'd like to watch the Apple+ miniseries but don't have that streaming service, you can borrow the library's Roku with Apple+.) Or are you on the waitlist for a copy of the book? Here are some other books about smart, unconventional women you might enjoy.
November 2023 Mid-Month Sudoku
With this month’s Sudoku we share another Dad Joke from Stephen King, back from when “X” was Twitter:
2023 New Cookbooks
Looking for new recipes? Whether you're looking for a stunning Thankgiving menu or easy weeknight dinners, MHL's cookbook section has plenty of inspiration for you. Here are 15 recent cookbooks to check out--and there are a lot more where this came from. You can also use your MHL card to access the New York Times Cooking section online!
Veterans’ Stories
MHL will be closed on Friday, November 10th and Saturday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. (We will be open our normal hours of 1pm-5pm on Sunday, November 12th.) In honor of Veterans Day, here are some biographies and memoirs about American veterans throughout the years.