September 18th-25th is dedicated to fighting censorship and supporting intellectual freedom. Since its beginning in 1982, the American Library Association (ALA) has collected data on cases wherein books are challenged to be removed from public spaces. Book banning attempts remain prevalent today with the most cases reported in 2021 since 2002. Below ALA has compiled…
Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read which begin in 1982. it is normally observed during the last week of September, and focuses on the value of free and open access to information. Listed below are some of the books that have been challenged in the past across the country….
Leos are the natural leaders of the zodiac, as magnificent and striking as the Lion that embodies their sign. Leos are radiantly joyful, fiercely proud and confident. They love and live life to the fullest. Compassion and big-heartedness, consciousness, drive, and natural leadership are the four main characteristics of the Leo personality. Leos are very…
It’s the Roaring 20’s! To commemorate the time, both then and now, Homewood Public Library has scheduled several programs focused on two of the most prominent figures in the 1920’s, Zelda and F. Scott Fitzgerald. Be sure to register for such programs like our 1920’s Murder Mystery on August 16th where you can join us…
What is Dark Academia? If you like academic settings, groups of morally ambiguous characters, and haunting mysteries, check out these dark academia novels from the Homewood Public Library! This newly popularized subgenre of literature focuses on the lives of students and the boundaries they are willing to push in their pursuits of greater knowledge. Knowledge…
February 1st marks the beginning of Black History Month, a month dedicated to observing and honoring the achievements and triumphs of Black individuals throughout history. In order to commemorate this time, we have curated lists of classics, poetry, contemporary fiction, memoirs, and historical non-fiction written by Black authors. Be sure to check them out! Classics…
