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September 2020 Mid-Month Sudoku

Whether you're a sudoku novice or a seasoned pro, try your hand at MHL's mid-month sudoku!  A new puzzle will be released on the 15th of each remaining month in 2020 as a complement to the crossword released on the 1st of each month as part of our Elect to Connect series.  If you're getting...

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Remembering 9/11/01

Remembering 9/11/01

Those of us who were adults on September 11, 2001 and remember it like it was yesterday may be surprised to learn that there are novels written for young readers about 9/11 that are considered "historical fiction." Whether it's a day you'll never forget or a day you weren't yet born on, here are...

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September 2020 Puzzle

Our September crossword is extra-tricky!  If you want a leg up, the following articles each contain a clue word somewhere in their text--and it's a chance to see some of the content you can find in our databases.  After all, it's not...

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Remembering Chadwick Boseman

Remembering Chadwick Boseman

We were saddened to hear of Chadwick Boseman's death from colon cancer on August 28, 2020. He left behind an impressive body of...

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Books for National Dog Day

Books for National Dog Day

August 26th is National Dog Day, but is there ever a bad time to celebrate dogs? Here are some recent true stories of very good boys and girls and the humans who love them.

non-ww2 historical fiction

Historical Fiction not set in WWII

The World War II-era is certainly fascinating and has inspired many writers, but there's so much more historical fiction to explore! If you're looking for stories from different eras and perspectives, check out this list. It's got everything from a retelling of the Trojan war to 1980s Burkina...

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August 2020 Mid-Month Sudoku

Whether you're a sudoku novice or a seasoned pro, try your hand at MHL's mid-month sudoku!  A new puzzle will be released on the 15th of each remaining month in 2020 as a complement to the crossword released on the 1st of each month as part of our Elect to Connect series.  You can learn more...

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Beach Reads (Without a Wait!)

Beach Reads (Without A Wait)

Summer is a perfect time to relax with a compelling, lighthearted read, but it can be frustrating when you're 100th on the wait list for the hottest book that Oprah or Reese just recommended. While you wait for great new books like ...

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2020 Hugo Award Winners

2020 Hugo Award Winners

The 2020 Hugo Awards, which are given out annually in recognition of excellence in science fiction, were announced at a ceremony held virtually on August 1, 2020. You can read the full list of winners--including some awards given to virtual content that isn't available via the library--...

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August 2020 Puzzle

Our August puzzle hints at summer reading theme, Imagine Your Story, and summer reading in general.  If you haven't signed up for our summer reading challenge, it's not too late!  It goes all the way until September 1 this year, with prizes for adults, teens, and kids. ...

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