This blog highlights Hispanic/Latinx writers. What is the difference between ‘Hispanic’ and ‘Latinx” anyway? It can be confusing! Latinx is a term that describes someone who comes from or whose family comes from Central American or South America. Not all countries in Central and South America speak Spanish – some speak French, Portuguese – even…
Adaptations are always fascinating. It can be amazing to see how a story is taken from its original format, in this case, books, and is then reconstructed in a whole new sphere of entertainment! It’s even more exciting when those adaptations have the chance to win their own awards. The 2021 Emmy awards will air…
Ahoy! Avast ye, readers, September 19th be Talk Like a Pirate Day! Along wit’ speakin’ in the pirate code, how about ye check out some o’ the titles in our Teen Department involvin’ pirates? While dead men tell no tales, these authors certainly deliver tales any pirate be sure to enjoy. Savvy? All the Stars…
National Hispanic Heritage Month is here! There are many ways you can celebrate: by reading books by hispanic authors and about hispanic life or going to events in your local community. Or you can learn how to cook a new dish! Food and the sharing of recipes is an important part of cultures globally, and…
September can be a hectic time, especially this year. It’s important to remember to take time for yourself to relax, be mindful, and stay active. Yoga incorporates all three of these important actions! If you’re interested in trying yoga out, Homewood Public Library offers both a Virtual Yoga Program with Jackie Tally every Monday at…
September 15th marks the first day of National Hispanic Heritage Month! Check out some of our titles written by Latinx authors to celebrate the wide array of cultures that make up the Hispanic and Latinx identity. Classics by Latinx Authors Ficciones “The seventeen pieces in Ficciones demonstrate the whirlwind of Borges’s genius and mirror the precision and…
