Golemon Library News

World Folktale Day is a time to enjoy old stories from around the world.

These tales have been told for many years and passed down from one person to another.

Funk & Wagnalls Standard Dictionary of Folklore, Mythology, and Legend: This big book is full of stories, people and creatures. Twelve major religions have been included in this book because each religion creates its own culture. Their goal was to fit everything they could into one big book.

Faeries by Brian Froud and Alan Lee: This one is filled with drawings and stories about faeries and magical creatures. Some are sweet and some are a little spooky.

A Treasury of Western Folklore by B.A. Botkin: This book is filled with American stories. Funny, spooky, and everything in between. It includes ghost stories, songs, and cowboy legends.

Come visit us at the library and celebrate World Folktale Day with these amazing books!

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Celebrate World Photography Day at the library!

August 19 is World Photography Day, a time to celebrate the power of pictures and the stories they tell. Whether it's a moment frozen in time or a snapshot of everyday life, photography connects us across the globe.

If you're curious about how photography has changed over time, check out World History of Photography by Naomi Rosenblum. This book takes you on a journey through the invention of the camera, the rise of photojournalism, and how different cultures have used photography to tell their stories.

Stop by the library, get inspired, and maybe snap a photo or two of your own!

Book Lovers Day: Books About Books

Today is the perfect time to celebrate the stories we love - especially the ones that are all about books themselves.

Here are three great reads from our library that book lovers will really enjoy:

Book Lust by Nancy Pearl - A fun and helpful guide full of book suggestions. Nancy Pearl shares tons of ideas for what to read next, based on mood, interest, and genre.

The Library Book by Susan Orleans - This one tells the true story of a big fire at the Los Angeles Public Library in 1986. It also talks about how important libraries are and the people who keep them going.

The Library: a fragile history by Andrew Pettegree and Arthur Der Weduwen - This book takes you through the history of libraries, from old scrolls to digital age, and shows how they've always been a big part of our lives.

If you love books, these are great picks to remind you why reading is so special!

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August is Read A Romance Month - the perfect  time to cozy up with a story at our library that stirs the heart.

If you like sweet and dreamy love stories, check out Fallen In Love by Lauren Kate. It's full of angels, soulmates, and deep emotions. The book gives you a closer look at the love lives of the characters from the Fallen series. It's soft, emotional, and full of heart.

Want something funny and wild instead? Try Bite Me by Christopher Moore. It's a crazy vampire love story with a lot of laughs, weird twists, and fast-paced fun. The romance is silly and sweet, and the characters are unforgettable.

Whether you want to swoon or giggle, there's a romance out there for you this month.

What love story will you read next?

Come into the library and see what else we have on our shelves!

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August 4th is Chocolate Chip Cookie Day - the perfect excuse to enjoy one of the most loved treats of all time!

Whether you like them soft and chewy, crisp and golden, or loaded with extras like nuts or toffee, there's a chocolate chip cookie for everyone. You can even experiment with different types of chocolate chips - from semi-sweet and dark to milk chocolate, white chocolate, and even peanut butter chips!

Need ideas or want to try a new recipe? Check out The All-American Cookie Book by Nancy Baggett in our library. It has a whole section dedicated to chocolate chip cookies (pages 58 to 94), packed with all kinds of delicious variations and tips.

Come celebrate the sweet side of August with us!