Laugh Your Way into the New Year
All of us need a distraction in the short days and long nights of winter. So why not laugh your way through the winter? Here is a list of some funny books to keep you smiling this winter. [...]
The Science of Snow
Brrrr, the trees are bare, and there is a chill in the air ~ winter is already here. January is a time for families to gather together as the weather turns cold. Have you ever wondered how snow is formed and why [...]
New Book Alert!: January 2026 Releases
The top of the year means the newest of new books are released and are awaiting their audience. From a step back in time into the 90s hip-hop scene, an adventure where a mother-daughter duo go treasure hunting to find gold in [...]
Pet dogs – loveable, fun, cute and sometimes a handful!
Ever wonder what your dog is thinking, if he dreams while sleeping or why she insists on jumping up on people? Read on to find out and enjoy some dog-themed shows from Kanopy, too! 🌐A few web resources: [...]
Read Your Resolution
We’ve all made New Year’s Resolutions, right? You know, those little promises we make to ourselves that we plan on keeping all year long, and totally always succeed? Well, the good news is, the year’s still pretty new, so if you haven’t [...]
New Year, New Sleuths!
Celebrate the New Year and start a new mystery series! These series are great for those venturing into chapter books for the first time and have further adventures for sleuths to read. The best part is, you don’t even have to read [...]
Goal-Getter’s Guide: How the Library Can Help You Achieve More in 2026
Setting Library Goals for the New Year The start of a new year is the perfect time to set fresh goals, and Charles County Public Library is here to help you reach them! Whether you want to read more, learn a [...]
Exploring the Stacks: A New Year & a Better You!
January always feels like a natural moment to reset and look ahead, offering a fresh start and new opportunities. As we turn the page to a new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past and set intentions for the [...]
Winter Binge Watches
Sometimes you need to just cozy up with a blanket, shut off the lights, and flick on the TV to binge-watch a new show. One of those shoes ones with 100 plus episodes for you to get invested into major storylines and [...]
Winter Folklore Books
As we dive into the colder winter months, we look to stories to provide an open world for us to explore beyond our cozy, warm homes. With folklore, we look to these stories for guidance, inspiration, and knowledge as we go about our [...]