Staff Picks


March 2024

Dr. No

Special Agent 007 is sent to Jamaica when two British government agents disappear. James Bond soon finds Dr. No, a scientific genius, building a machine that could destroy the U.S. space launch.  This first in the James Bond films is sorely lacking in gadgets but not in car chases, beautiful women or beautiful scenery.  It’s a great beginning yet so very tame compared to the modern-day James Bond films.  It remains a classic in a great series of 007 films who have seen many actors play James Bond. Sean Connery is featured in this film as the first James Bond.

Recommended by: Michelle Przekwas, Library Clerk

Posted in: Movies/TV


Gojira

Superstitious villagers of Odo Island fear the ancient legend of ‘Godzilla.’ The monster becomes awakened by an H-bomb test and soon begins to terrorize Odo Island and also Tokyo. It’s great to revisit this classic film as ‘Godzilla Minus One’ and ‘Godzilla x King Kong’ are finding new audiences in theaters. I enjoyed this film with my family of many generations.

Recommended by: Michelle Przekwas, Library Clerk

Posted in: Movies/TV


Hope Ablaze

by SARAH MUGHAL Rana

Nida is the niece of famous Poet Mamou Abdul-Hafeedh. Just like her uncle she shares a passion for writing poetry but she’s very afraid of the insurgence of Islamophobia due to 9/11 that landed her uncle in federal prison for being “radical” with his poetry. When she falls victim to illegal frisking at a Democratic Senatorial candidate’s political rally, she takes all the feelings of injustice and anger and makes a poem that might attract more attention than she expected.

Recommended by: Ayla Franco, Youth Services Assistant

Posted in: Young Adult Fiction


What Was the Children’s Blizzard of 1888

by Steve Korte

Another great book in the New York Times best-selling series. It’s hard to imagine what these teachers and kids had to go through when the winds were howling a 60 mph and the temperature dropped to 40 below. Snow was coming in sideways and they couldn’t see a few feet in front of them.  Teachers had the hard decision to either send children home or weather out the storm in the one room schoolhouse.  This story gives kids a real perspective of what life was like in the 1800’s and how fortunate we are today to have the necessities that we need.
Recommended by: Lenore Garoufalis, Youth Services Assistant

Posted in: Youth Fiction


Bunny in the Middle

Bunny in the Middle by Anika Denise is a beautiful picture book story that reminds middle children how special they are. This sweet story touches on some of the trials and tribulations of being “stuck” in the middle and puts a positive spin on it. The lovely springtime illustrations, and adorable bunny siblings, make this a cozy, heartwarming read aloud. Caregivers and children will surely bond over this title. This is for all the middle children, young and old.

Recommended by: Erin Cady, Youth Services Reference Librarian

Posted in: Youth Fiction


The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich

by Deya Muniz

Lady Camembert disguises herself as Count Camembert in order to inherit her late Father’s money. Women after all, aren’t allowed to inherit that type of thing. She moves to the capital so that she can hide amongst the crowds. Keeping the disguise up is hard though, especially when she falls for the Princess who just happens to become one of her best friends. As the two grow closer, what will happen when the Princess discovers Camembert’s secret? Will the lie destroy the friendship? Or will love be in the air?

This book is available in the library and on OverDrive/Libby as an ebook.

Recommended by: Erin Faxel, Youth Services Teen Librarian

Posted in: Young Adult Fiction


The Obsession

by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Logan is obsessed with Delilah. He learns everything he can about her by going through all of her social media posts, following her, and even putting up hidden cameras outside of her house. He thinks that he’s romantic and that he is her protector. When he catches Delilah killing her mom’s abusive boyfriend one day, he realizes that he can use that to keep Delilah close to him forever. After all, he knows her deepest darkest secret. Or does he?  Delilah is over men controlling her, and will do whatever it takes to make Logan stop stalking her. She has other secrets after all. Ones that even Logan doesn’t know about. And she will do whatever it takes to keep them.

Recommended by: Erin Faxel, Youth Services Teen Librarian

Posted in: Young Adult Fiction


Hannah and the Ramadan Gift

by Qasim Rashid

A charming story about the holy month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr holiday. This picture book will teach children how to help people in their community. The month of Ramadan for Muslims is about being generous and forgiving, not just about fasting. If you are unfamiliar with this part of Islam, you will find the answers in this very simple, joyful story.
Recommended by: Ghada Rafati, Patron Services Clerk

Posted in: Youth Fiction


Kind of Spark

by Elle McNicoll

Addie is autistic along with her sister, Keedie. They have a very strong bond. Unfortunately, Addie’s new teacher is not kind to her and treats her differently from the other students. When Addie learns at school that in the past women were accused of being witches and burned at the stake, she feels empathy for them. She wants to commemorate them and attempts to receive permission from the village board. 

 This book is available in the library and on OverDrive/Libby as an ebook and e audiobook.

Recommended by: Becky McCormack, Youth Services Assistant Manager

Posted in: Youth Fiction


February 2024

Lincoln Highway

by Amor Towles

A story of camaraderie and adventure spanning ten days and told from multiple points of view, a multilayered tale of misadventure and self-discovery, populated by an eclectic cast of characters, from drifters who make their home riding the rails and larger-than-life vaudevillians to the aristocrats of the Upper East Side.

This book is available in the library and on OverDrive/Libby as an ebook and e audiobook

Recommended by: Chris Schultz, Graphics Information Clerk

Posted in: Adult Fiction


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