March is Women’s History Month, an annual recognition of the accomplishments of women who have shaped our nation. This year, we specifically recognize “Women Who Tell Our Stories.” The library is the perfect place to discover stories from women across a variety [...]
The Caribbean consists of a series of archipelagos and islands throughout the Caribbean Sea called the West Indies. According to Britannica, there are three major subdivisions within the West Indies: the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles, and the more isolated islands that [...]
Do you ever just sit around wondering what anime characters are better at then comic book characters or vice versa. Here's a slideshow of different scenarios that you can debate with your friends and family. Recommended Hoopla Books [...]
February is National Bird Feeding Month! According to nationaltoday.com, this designation was given on February 23, 1994, when Congressman John Porter (R – Illinois) petitioned, ‘‘I would like to recognize February, one of the most difficult months in the United States for [...]
It’s that time of year again… when love and romance are in the air! For those of us that need that extra pick-me-up to get into the spirit of things, there’s the wonderful world of cinema and its plethora of romance movies. [...]
The term “Cosplay” generally refers to costume play and involves people dressing up as characters from anime, manga, books, movies, tv shows, video games and more. The term “cosplay” came into existence in Japan in 1984. Since then, it has grown in [...]
After the bustle of the end of the year, January is a perfect month to snuggle in and recharge your social battery. Of course, getting lost in a good library book is a favorite introverted activity of ours, but there are many [...]
When it comes to paying for college, almost everyone knows about financial aid. But do you know what types of grants are available, those for which you are eligible, and how to apply for and receive them? As Seniors begin their final [...]
*CCPL Staff picks are chosen by CCPL staff members and are not intended to be comprehensive lists. We'd love to hear your ideas too, so write to us and tell us what you’d recommend!* Looking for something new [...]
Welcome to The Far Out Space Blog! Ahoy, astronomers! Josh Urban here – host of the monthly CCPL Astronomy Club. Previously on the CCPL Astronomy Club - In case you missed the December meeting, here's a quick recap: [...]
