Adult | Education | Humanities
Becoming Modern, an introduction (Parme Giuntini)
“Chronologically, Modernism refers to the period from 1850 to 1960. It begins with the Realist movement and ends with Abstract Expressionism.” (P. Giuntini)
Adult | Books | Mystery | Uncategorized
Roadtrip Essentials
Is Cracker Barrel a routine stop for you on roadtrips? Personally, I have many fond memories of going to Cracker Barrel during my travels- for the candy and the audiobooks! And, while I have developed enough willpower to forego those jelly jars full of Atomic Fireballs, I was very disappointed when they stopped carrying audiobooks….
Excerpts from the UNESCO 2021 Science Report
“The world is engaged in a race against time to rethink development models by 2030, the deadline for reaching the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The UNESCO Science Report’s subtitle, ‘the race against time for smarter development’, captures this urgency.” (UNESCO)
Dos Nuevas Misiones Para Estudiar Venus (NASA)
“La NASA ha seleccionado dos nuevas misiones a Venus, el planeta vecino más cercano a la Tierra.” (NASA)
Meet Meredith! Our newest HPL Staff Member
You might be seeing several new faces around the Homewood Public Library, so we thought an introduction was in order! Meet Meredith, who is joining our Children’s Department. We asked Meredith some silly and serious questions so you can see how awesome she is! Greatest accomplishment? Using my teaching degree to help students who may be…
Remembering D-Day
On June 6, 1944, more than 160,000 Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy in France. This massive invasion was a key tactic in WWII. More than 9,000 Allied troops lost their lives during this invasion. Today we remember this sacrifices. We’re highlighting kids, teen, and adult books that focus on D-Day. I Survived…