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Native American Heritage Month

ByTwinkle Snowflake November 9, 2022November 5, 2022

November is Native American Heritage Month highlighting Native American authors who have given us a glimpse of their history and culture. The writings of these authors chronicles the heritage and struggles as well as finding their place in today’s world. If you are interested learning more, here is a list that spotlights Native American writers…

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Read Your Sign: Virgo

ByRachel Blair September 22, 2022September 10, 2022

Virgos are often put down badly by many astrologers and written up as being fussy and narrow-minded. But when a Virgo shines, there is practically no sign to match their inner light. An in-tune Virgo is a treat to meet. When a Virgo is confident within themselves they are the most successful, structured and creative…

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Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month

ByRachel Blair September 15, 2022September 14, 2022

Hispanic/Latinx Heritage month is September 15 through October 15. This is a time to promote Hispanic and Latinx histories and cultures. What better way to celebrate than to check out one of the books below? We have picked out Latinx stories for all ages. Stop by the Homewood Public Library to find books to read…

Adult | Books

Book Lover’s Day

ByRachel Blair August 7, 2022August 6, 2022

National Book Lover’s Day is August 9! If you love reading about the book world, from writing to publishing to bookbinding, this list is for you! These books feature beautiful stories, fascinating facts, and an adoration for books. Check out one from the Homewood Public Library today! The Dead Romantics, Ashley Poston – Florence Day…

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Explore: Meteors and Comets

ByTwinkle Snowflake June 29, 2022June 29, 2022

Meteor Day is June 30! A meteoroid is a space rock that enters the Earth’s atmosphere. It is the remains of a larger space object like a comet or asteroid. They look like earth rocks but are different in what is in them because most meteorites are made from metal. Once the meteoroid lands on Earth, we…

Adult | Books

Happy Earth Day!

ByRachel Blair April 22, 2022April 19, 2022

Celebrate Earth Day by checking out some books from the Homewood Public Library! Whether you want to learn about sustainability or find fiction that focuses on our planet, we have you covered! The books below discuss topics from fast fashion to climate change to the life of a tree. Today is great day to read…