Monthly Archives: September 2018
Robyn’s Top 3 Classic “Banned Books”
This week – in honor of Banned Books Week – Robyn from our Darrington Library has a list of her top 3 classic books that have at one point or another inspired outrage and demands for censorship throughout the United States. Take it away, Robyn! “I am something of a rebel in disguise. Although this […]
Trailer Tuesday: Dead Weight: Murder at Camp Bloom
Dead Weight: Murder at Camp Bloom is a new murder mystery in graphic novel format, by Terry Blas. Check out your copy now!
Top 3 Right Now: Emily’s Top 3 Books for Business-Minded Teens
This week we’re featuring a Top 3 List from Emily, our brand-new Business Services Librarian (and the former Teen Services Librarian at our Monroe community library.) This is her farewell post, (*sniffle*), so we hope you’ll enjoy her suggestions. Take it away, Emily! “Hi, Sno-Isle Teens! I have loved being a teen librarian for the […]
Trailer Tuesday: Two Dark Reigns
The Three Dark Crowns saga continues in Two Dark Reigns, the next installment in Kendare Blake’s epic dark fantasy series! Katharine may be guarding her throne—but another threat is just on the horizon.
Readers’ Corner: Realistic Fiction
Check out something fun with this week’s featured booklist: Realistic Fiction. Marissa @ Mariner Library
Featured Event: Teen Game Night
Mill Creek Library Friday, September 21: 7:00pm – 9:00pm Play Rock Band, Wii or Xbox Kinect; or battle it out with board games. For teens in grades 6-12. Get your game on and grow new technology skills with your friends! Bonus: check out a book on gaming or cheat codes! Pizza and snacks provided by […]
Top 3 Right Now: Lindsey’s Top 3 Recent Reads
This week we’re featuring a top 3 list by Lindsey, the teen services guru at our Coupeville community library. Take it away, Lindsey! “Hello, hello! I’m back again to tell you about a few great books I’ve read recently. Scream All Night by Derek Milman is a blend of horror comedy and family drama starring […]
Readers’ Corner: Mental Health Resources
For National Suicide Prevention Week, our featured booklist focuses on Mental Health Resources. In Washington State, suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens. A group of more than 100 parents, teens, and other community members gathered at the Edmonds Library in April to discuss this serious topic and find out what kinds of resources […]
Trailer Tuesday: These Rebel Waves
Deadly magic and dangerous adventures collide in this truly revolutionary fantasy novel! Are you ready to set sail with These Rebel Waves? By Sara Raasch
Featured Event: Device Deconstruction
Oak Harbor Library Oak Harbor Meeting Room Wednesday, September 12 4:00pm – 5:00pm If you love taking things apart and discovering how they work, this is the program for you! Bring your curiosity, and we’ll provide the tools and defunct devices.