Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday! September 27, 2016 When you glance at your calendar, does it strike fear in your heart to see that a child in your life is having a birthday? Never fear! Books make great gifts - and I'm not just saying that because I'm a librarian…

Best of 2016 so far

Best of 2016 so far August 4, 2016 My top five book picks I cannot remember the last time I had so much fun reading a book. I LOVE the concept of looking at everything (science, social…

Every Frenchman Has One

Every Frenchman Has One August 25, 2016 Miss Melly goes to France. Hilarity ensues. It is well known in certain circles that I am a huge fan of Gone with the Wind. I used to…

Toon Books: Great Graphic Novels for the Youngest Readers!

Toon Books: Great Graphic Novels for the Youngest Readers! September 13, 2016 Graphic novels appeal to many readers, but are not always appropriate for young children. Luckily, TOON Books are here! TOON books are high-quality comics for children ages 3…

DIY Cosplay

DIY Cosplay August 20, 2016 Going to Dragon Con or Geek Media Expo? Let the Library help you with your cosplay!  Atlanta’s Dragon Con is about kick off another year of fan…

Children's Books to Celebrate the 1963 March on Washington

Children's Books to Celebrate the 1963 March on Washington August 16, 2016 The 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom called on the United States to hold to its promise of freedom and justice for all, not just for the few. …

Teaching Toddlers Good Habits

Teaching Toddlers Good Habits August 23, 2016 We all want our children to learn good habits. But how do we teach them? Here are some simple, practical ideas to help you teach your toddler how to incorporate healthy, happy habits into their daily life…

Klem-Mari Cajigas

Klem-Mari Cajigas, Family Literacy Coordinator

Studio NPL Summer in Review

Studio NPL Summer in Review August 15, 2016 Art and music production camps, daily 3D design and robotics, and a whole lot of what Studio NPL calls HOMAGO: Hanging Out, Messing Around, and Geeking Out…

Gods Run When a Good Woman Goes to War

Gods Run When a Good Woman Goes to War August 22, 2016 Edie has lost everything dear to her since being dragged into the immortal game. Now, she is more determined than ever change the past to prevent the future that she has experienced…

We Are As Gods: Back to the Land in the 1970s on the Quest for a New America

We Are As Gods: Back to the Land in the 1970s on the Quest for a New America September 1, 2016 Have you ever dreamed of living on a commune? The 1970’s were the only time in American…

Literacy in the Kitchen

Literacy in the Kitchen November 1, 2016 Simple ideas for increasing literacy experiences in the kitchen Our family eats most meals at home, so we cook often. Very often, which…

The 1996 Nashville Olympics....Say What?

The 1996 Nashville Olympics....Say What? August 27, 2016 Did you know that Nashville has a history with the Olympics? It's not a big one mind you, but it exists. Today, we recognize the 1996 Olympics as the last Summer Olympics that any U.S. city…

Memorial Bibles, Lives Remembered

Memorial Bibles, Lives Remembered September 3, 2016 Something about old Bibles has always intrigued me. The "family pages" carefully chronicle the story of those who create the records the Archives carefully protects. Stories of beginnings, births,…

Caution: Banned and Challenged Children's Books Ahead

Caution: Banned and Challenged Children's Books Ahead September 27, 2016 This week, in libraries across the nation, we celebrate Banned Books Week and the freedom to read freely. Believe it or not, every year, there are hundreds of attempts to remove…