Reviewed by Kim B., Librarian
Think Library: Blog
Fiction and nonfiction titles for children on the topic of homelessness.
A new Little Free Library has been installed in Will Detmer Park!
One of the earliest international zine cultures was born out of science fiction fandom. Starting in the 1930s, science fiction fans began to publish what they called fanzines. These were usually collections of fan content and a community dialog. Many sci-fi writers got their start writing for and publishing fan zines. These zines usually consisted of content like reviews, trip reports, and letters to the editors.
The Downtown Library is home to a community mask station provided by Bloomington Mask Drive! Located in the parking lot entryway, the self-serve station is stocked with free masks for adults and children and can be accessed during open Library hours.
A list of contemporary Hispanic authors to add to your to be read (TBR) pile. This list includes fiction and nonfiction titles, as well as titles in multiple formats, including digital.
The Library is excited to announce Grier Carson as its new Associate Director!
“Grier has a strong foundation and experience working in libraries and serving our own community, alongside a vision and passion for access, service, and programs,” said Marilyn Wood, Library Director. “He brings exceptional leadership qualities to our team.”
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with these books for children.
Reviewed by Paul D., Senior Information Assistant
Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia is also available as an ebook through Hoopla.
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by reading books by contemporary Hispanic authors!
Everyone needs books that can act as mirrors, allowing them to see themselves, or windows, allowing them to see the world through someone else’s point of view. Whether these books featuring characters with neurodiversity are mirrors or windows for you, they are sure to deepen your understanding of others.
Do you enjoy puzzles and fantasy games? Try our fantasy escape room! With themes reminiscent of a Dungeons and Dragons game, you can attempt to escape the Wizard Tower. You don't have to complete all of the puzzles to finish the game, but completing different puzzles makes for different endings.
Welcome to the fourth edition of MCPL’s community Quaranzine!
There are two different versions––one is for reading on a screen, and the other has been imposed so it can be printed at home, folded, stapled, and read in that fashion. Select short-side binding on most printers to print correctly.
Thanks to everyone who contributed to this zine. Please consider contributing to the next issue, coming Oct 1!