Need something to brighten your day in the midst of the rough weeks ahead? Nothing lifts spirits quite like music. So, we at MCPL have got just the thing, a quarantine playlist; music for you to dance to, either 6 feet away from others or by yourself, during a pandemic. Some are tongue in check, …
So we’re a few weeks into this digital world of homeschooling, have you gotten the hang of it yet? Don’t worry, I haven’t either. Trying to balance fun and education can be really hard, especially if you aren’t sure you have all the resources you need. Fortunately, we live in a world where digital learning isn’t just possible, but happening …
When my husband asked that I join a Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) game a few years ago, I was very skeptical, but since then I have become a huge fan. D&D has recently had a resurgence in popularity due to shows like The Big Bang Theory and Stranger Things. How do you play and what’s …
Murder most foul can be a gift to future historians, revealing the lives of people who would otherwise be lost to history. Small consolation to the victims of course. My favorite book of the past year is an example of this serendipitous genre, The Five: The Untold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the …
COVID-19 is creating hardships and challenges for many in our community, including businesses. We understand that continuing business operations under the current circumstances is challenging. To help, we’re sharing current information on resources available to local businesses during this time of need. Montgomery County Public Health Emergency Grant (PHEG) program The Montgomery County Executive and County …
As I write this post, my husband is trying to keep my toddler entertained, I am worried that seeing my older parents adds to their risk of getting COVID-19, and I made the mistake of checking Twitter again. I imagine this sounds familiar to just about everyone right now. I want to be sure that, …
Wondering how to find graphic novels when your library is closed? Yes, we have some in e-book format, as well as a couple in e-audio format. Cloud Library doesn’t have a lot of graphic novels but their collection does have the graphic-novel versions of favorites such as The Baby-Sitters Club series and Rick Riordan’s Kane …
Social distancing doesn’t have to be a drag! Use this valuable time to learn a new skill with your library card! Don’t have a MCPL library card? No problem! Apply for our free digital library card and begin to use our online resources today. One of our free resources, Lynda.com, is an online learning site that includes a diverse set of creative, personal, …
An American Marriage Newlyweds Celestial and Roy are the embodiment of both the American Dream and the New South. But as they settle into the routine of their life together, they are ripped apart by circumstances neither could have imagined. Roy is arrested and sentenced to twelve years for a crime Celestial knows he didn’t …
Are you at home and trying to telework with your preschooler running about? Are you being interrupted every few minutes by a little one who’s tired of watching cartoons and wanting attention? Here are some easy ideas to keep them entertained without leaving the house. Sorting is a fun and educational way for preschoolers to …