Women’s History Month: Women Who Changed the World
Women’s history month is dedicated to honoring the women who have come before us by telling their stories that made history. It is hoped they provide future generations of girls and women the inspiration to not be afraid to step … Read More
Women’s History Month: Women in Sports
At A Glance: Women in Sports 776 BC: No girls allowed at the first Olympics 1884: Women’s singles competition begins at Wimbledon 1896: The modern Olympics returned in 1896, women were not allowed to compete 1902 – Since there was … Read More
Women’s History Month: Women’s Sufferage – Winning the Right to Vote
The fight for women to vote (also known as women’s suffrage) began in the mid 19th century The idea of women being able to vote was considered a “radical” change of the Constitution Supports of the movement lectured,wrote, marched. lobbies … Read More
Women Making History Film Series
To highlight March being Women’s History Month, the Homewood Public Library is hosting a film series that puts the spotlight on several women who have made significant contributions to our society and culture. All films will be screened in the … Read More
6 Word Story Contest Winners 2018
The Homewood Public Library is thrilled to announce our winners for October’s 2018 Teen 6 Word Story Contest. This contest was open to any 6th-12th grader in Jefferson County. We challenged our teens to write a story with just 6 … Read More
Nom!Nom!Nom! – International Cooking
Chinese soul food : a friendly guide for homemade dumplings, stir-fries, soups, and more / Hsiao-Ching Chou ; photography by Clare Barboza Chinese food is more popular than any other cuisine and yet it often intimidates North American home cooks. Chinese … Read More